A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance,
fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
Leapmotor C10 REEV vs Toyota Coaster: the short answer
C10 REEV has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Coaster remains close.
C10 REEV starts ZAR 447,700 cheaperC10 REEV from ZAR 759,900 · Coaster from ZAR 1,207,600
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
Swipe sideways to compare every column
Specification
C10 REEV
Coaster
Maximum Power
C10 REEV158 kW
Coaster110 kW
Maximum Torque
C10 REEV320 Nm
Coaster420 Nm
Engine Size
C10 REEV1500 cc
Coaster2755 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
C10 REEV17.0 km/l
Coaster7.5 km/l
Ground Clearance
C10 REEV180 mm
Coaster180 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
Leapmotor C10 REEV
Design
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
C10 REEV
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Coaster
Strengths
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
C10 REEV
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Coaster
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
Open a category, then swipe sideways to compare every column
Spec
C10 REEV
Coaster
Model Introduced Year
2025
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
First-generation Leapmotor C10 range-extended electric SUV
Current South African Coaster listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
The C10 REEV launched in South Africa in October 2025 as Leapmotor's first local model.
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
2025
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
Midibus
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
Active
active
Segment
D-segment family SUV
Bus
Tare Mass Kg
1980 kg
3670 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
Bus
Color Note
-
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
-
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Spec
C10 REEV
Coaster
Length
4739 mm
6990 mm
Width
1900 mm
2080 mm
Height
1680 mm
2635 mm
Wheelbase
2825 mm
3935 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
180 mm
180 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
160 mm
125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
95 l
Boot/Cargo Space
400 l
472 l
Kerb Weight
1980 kg
3670 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2425 kg
5325 kg
Payload Capacity
445 kg
1655 kg
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
1400 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
23 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
3 rows
Doors
5 doors
2 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.6 m
6.5 m
Front Headroom
1010 mm
981 mm
Rear Headroom
985 mm
953 mm
Front Legroom
1060 mm
1045 mm
Rear Legroom
950 mm
896 mm
Spec
C10 REEV
Coaster
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Dual-zone automatic
Overhead vents for all seats
Power Windows
One-touch with anti-pinch
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Standard
Not Available
Sunroof
Panoramic
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Standard
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
1375 l
Not Applicable
AC Type
Dual-zone automatic
Overhead vents for all seats
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Climate Zones
-
Overhead vents for all seats
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Seat Type
-
Grey PVC or fabric depending on specification
Air Conditioning
Dual-zone automatic
Overhead vents for all seats
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
Manual Aircon
-
Overhead vents for all seats
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Cabin Heating
-
Available above all seats
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Source Model Column
-
coaster
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
Trim Level
-
top
Variant Role
-
Core range derivative
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Spec
C10 REEV
Coaster
Engine
Range-extender plug-in hybrid powertrain
Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Diesel
Hybrid System
Series Hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1500 cc
2755 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
16
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Aspiration
Not Officially Disclosed
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Common-rail direct injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
10.5:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
82.0 mm
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
158 kW
110 kW
Maximum Torque
320 Nm
420 Nm
Combined Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Drive Type
RWD
FWD
Transmission
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
6-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
171 km/h
210 km/h
0-100 km/h
8.5 sec
7.8 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport, Custom
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
30 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
114.4 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
28.4 kWh
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
6.6 kW
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
65 kW
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Spec
C10 REEV
Coaster
Gearbox
Single-speed electric reduction gear
Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Rear motor, rear-wheel drive
RWD/
LSD Available
No
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
9.07:1
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
1
6
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
No
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
RWD/
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x2
RWD/
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
1
6
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
C10 REEV
Coaster
Claimed Mileage
17.0 km/l
7.5 km/l
City Mileage
14.5 km/l
6.1 km/l
Highway Mileage
19.0 km/l
8.8 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
95 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Automatic range-extender generator management
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
17.0 km/l
7.5 km/l
Charging Port Type
CCS2
Not Applicable
Charging Type
AC and DC fast charging
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
50
95
Combined Driving Range
970
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
19.8 kWh/100 km
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
820 km
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
900 km
Not Applicable
Spec
C10 REEV
Coaster
Airbags
7
Driver and passenger airbags
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Yes
Not Available
AEB
Standard
Not Available
BA
Standard
Not Available
Brake Override System
Yes
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Standard
Standard
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Hill Hold
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes - front seats
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Not Available
Side Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
TCS
Standard
Not Available
Knee Airbag
No
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Spec
C10 REEV
Coaster
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Yes
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Park Assist
No
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Not Available
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Spec
C10 REEV
Coaster
Seat Material
Silicone leather
Grey PVC or fabric depending on specification
Heated Seats
Standard
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Standard
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Leatherette
Not Applicable
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
6-way power
Not Applicable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-way power
Not Applicable
Seat Trim
Silicone leather
Grey PVC or fabric depending on specification
Steering Type
-
Standard
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear USB Ports
-
Standard
Interior Colour Options
-
3
Fabric Seats
-
Grey PVC or fabric depending on specification
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Coaster grade before assuming a feature is included.
Leather Accented Seat Trim
-
Grey PVC or fabric depending on specification
Floor Trim
-
Grey PVC
Interior Colours
-
3
Spec
C10 REEV
Coaster
Infotainment System
14.6-inch central touchscreen
Standard
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Not Available
Android Auto
Wireless
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
12
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch
Not Applicable
USB Ports
4
Standard
Infotainment Screen
14.6-inch
Standard
Over-the-air Updates
Standard
-
Touchscreen
14.6-inch
Standard
AUX Input
-
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
14.6-inch
Standard
Infotainment Display
-
Standard
Rear Usb
-
Standard
Display Audio
-
Standard
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
Standard
Connected Services
-
Toyota Connect
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Standard
Spec
C10 REEV
Coaster
LED Headlamps
Standard
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Standard
Not Available
Roof Rails
Standard
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Canopy Grey, Glazed Green, Pearly White, Tundra Grey, Metallic Black
3
Headlights
Standard
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Standard
Not Available
Body Type
-
Bus
Exterior Colour Options
-
1
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
C10 REEV
Coaster
Approach Angle
19.0 deg
Not Available
Departure Angle
24.0 deg
Not Available
Wading Depth
400 mm
Not Available
Terrain Modes
No
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
17.0 deg
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
180 mm
185 mm
Ground Clearance Min
180 mm
185 mm
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Off Road Descent Control
-
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Not Available
Crawl Control
-
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Not Available
Terrain Response System
-
Not Available
Underbody Camera
-
Not Available
Spec
C10 REEV
Coaster
Tyre Size
245/45 R20
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Tyre repair kit
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
20-inch
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Electronic
Not Applicable
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Spec
C10 REEV
Coaster
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
Double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Leaf spring
Front Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Power Steering
-
Standard
Front Spring Type
-
Double wishbone
Rear Spring Type
-
Leaf spring
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson strut
Double wishbone
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Rear Axle Type
-
Leaf spring
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-link
Leaf spring
Suspension
-
Double wishbone
Spec
C10 REEV
Coaster
CO2 Emissions
7 g/km
Not Applicable
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Diesel
Spec
C10 REEV
Coaster
Service Plan
5 years / 100,000 km
9 services / 90 000 km
Maintenance Plan
-
9 services / 90 000 km
Service Plan Duration
5 years / 100,000 km
9 services / 90 000 km
Service Plan Distance
5 years / 100,000 km
9 services / 90 000 km
Spec
C10 REEV
Coaster
Ownership Role
comfort-focused flagship derivative
Top
Price Zar
799900 ZAR
1207600 ZAR
Pricing Role
comfort-focused flagship derivative
Current listed price
Starting Price
799900
1207600
Starting Price Zar
799900
1207600
Spec
C10 REEV
Coaster
Warranty
5 years / 100,000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Years
5 years / 100,000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 years / 100,000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
3 Years
Basic Warranty
5 years / 100,000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
3 Years
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
3 Years
In depth: how these cars differ
This C10 REEV and Coaster comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: C10 REEV 65 vs Coaster 64.
Efficiency index: C10 REEV 75 vs Coaster 38.
Safety-equipment index: C10 REEV 99 vs Coaster 88.
Practicality index: C10 REEV 59 vs Coaster 76.
Ownership-cover index: C10 REEV not separately scored vs Coaster 43.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
Model imagery
C10 REEV and Coaster image comparison
Open an image for its full canonical file or visit the model page for the complete vehicle record.
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
C10 REEV leads by 10 points
C10 REEV has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Coaster remains close.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
C10 REEV
Performance
65/100
Efficiency
75/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
59/100
Coaster
Performance
64/100
Efficiency
38/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
76/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexLeapmotor C10 REEV
leads the specification evidence index with 74 pts
vs 64 pts for Coaster
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, C10 REEV leads. However, Coaster may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
Continue with closely related South Africa models and comparable body styles.
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
Compare
Request dealer offers
Let's discuss your next car
Share your interest so Hagalu can follow up about quotations and available discounts. The dealer confirms stock, price and terms.
✓
We've Got Your Details!
Your enquiry has reached Hagalu for follow-up. Any dealer offer will be confirmed separately by the seller.
