A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
2.0 Individual Auto FWDPetrol6-Speed AutomaticCurrent
ZAR 551,600ex-showroom
⚡ 115 kW🔧 206 Nm⛽ 15.9 km/l
+Add a 3rd car
At a Glance — Who Wins What
⚡PerformanceC10 REEV
⛽Fuel EconomyC10 REEV
🛡SafetyC10 REEV
📦PracticalityC10 REEV
🔑OwnershipNot enough comparable data
CX-3 starts ZAR 319,900 cheaperC10 REEV from ZAR 759,900 · CX-3 from ZAR 440,000
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
C10 REEV
CX-3
Maximum Power
158 kW
115 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
320 Nm
206 Nm @ 2800 rpm
Engine Size
1500 cc
1998 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
333.3 km/l
15.9 km/l
Ground Clearance
180 mm
155 mm
Boot / Load Bay
400 l
230 l
Airbags
7
6
Kerb Weight
1950 kg
1270 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Warranty
5 years / 100,000 km
5 Years/Unlimited km
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
C10 REEV holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over CX-3.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
C10 REEV
+18 pts
Efficiency
C10 REEV
+37 pts
Safety
C10 REEV
+15 pts
Practicality
C10 REEV
+17 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Catalogue-index leader
C10 REEV
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished EfficiencyPublished Practicality
CX-3
Strengths
Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:General Use
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
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
CX-3
Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
C10 REEV
CX-3
Model Introduced Year
2025
2015
Generation
First-generation Leapmotor C10 range-extended electric SUV
Current first-generation DK-series Mazda CX-3
Facelift History
The C10 REEV launched in South Africa in October 2025 as Leapmotor's first local model.
The CX-3 has received successive equipment and design updates since its 2015 debut; Carbon and Individual now sit together at the top of the South African range.
Facelift Launched Since
2025
2015
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
Active
Active
Segment
D-segment family SUV
Compact crossover
Tare Mass Kg
1950 kg
1270 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Spec
C10 REEV
CX-3
Length
4739 mm
4275 mm
Width
1900 mm
1765 mm
Height
1680 mm
1542 mm
Wheelbase
2825 mm
2570 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
180 mm
155 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
48 l
Boot/Cargo Space
400 l
230 l
Kerb Weight
1950 kg
1270 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.6 m
5.7 m
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
-
1735 kg
Payload Capacity
-
465 kg
Towing Capacity
-
850 kg
Front Legroom
-
1058 mm
Rear Legroom
-
888 mm
Spec
C10 REEV
CX-3
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Dual-zone automatic
Automatic
Power Windows
One-touch with anti-pinch
Front & Rear
Keyless Entry
Standard
Smart
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Standard
Sunroof
Panoramic
Standard
Electric Tailgate
Standard
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
1375 l
1140 l
AC Type
Dual-zone automatic
Automatic
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
C10 REEV
CX-3
Engine
Range-extender plug-in hybrid powertrain
2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Petrol
Hybrid System
Series Hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1500 cc
1998 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Not Officially Disclosed
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
13.0:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
83.5 mm
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
91.2 mm
Maximum Power
158 kW
115 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
320 Nm
206 Nm @ 2800 rpm
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
197 km/h
0-100 km/h
8.5 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport, Custom
Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
90.6 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
162.2 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
CX-3
Gearbox
Single-speed electric reduction gear
6-Speed Auto
Drivetrain Layout
Rear motor, rear-wheel drive
Front-engine, front-wheel drive
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
1
6
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
-
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
FWD
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
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
4x2
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
1
6
Paddle Shifters
-
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
-
4.325
Automatic Shift Paddles
-
Standard
Spec
C10 REEV
CX-3
Claimed Mileage
333.3 km/l
15.9 km/l
City Mileage
269.3 km/l
12.8 km/l
Highway Mileage
387.6 km/l
18.7 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
48 l
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Automatic range-extender generator management
Standard
Charging Port Type
CCS2
Not Applicable
Charging Type
AC and DC fast charging
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
50
48
Combined Driving Range
970
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
-
Euro stage IV
Electric Consumption
-
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
-
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
-
Not Applicable
Spec
C10 REEV
CX-3
Airbags
7
6
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
-
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
-
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Front & Rear
AEB
Standard
Not Available
BA
Standard
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
Standard
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Front & Rear
Side Airbags
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard
-
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
-
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
-
Standard
Knee Airbag
-
Not Available
Spec
C10 REEV
CX-3
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
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
Rear View Camera
Standard
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Standard
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
-
Parking Sensors
-
Front & Rear
Traffic Sign Recognition
-
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
-
Not Available
Spec
C10 REEV
CX-3
Seat Material
Silicone leather
Black Leather
Heated Seats
Standard
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Standard
Not Available
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Not Available
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
(60:40)
Driver Seat Adjustment
6-way power
10-Way Power Adjustable (Driver)
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-way power
10-Way Power Adjustable (Driver)
Seat Trim
Silicone leather
Black Leather
Front Shoulder Room
-
1360 mm
Rear Shoulder Room
-
1281 mm
Steering Wheel Material
-
Standard
Spec
C10 REEV
CX-3
Infotainment System
14.6-inch central touchscreen
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
12
7
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch
Not Available
USB Ports
4
2
Infotainment Screen
14.6-inch
8-Inch
Over-the-air Updates
Standard
-
Touchscreen
14.6-inch
8-Inch
Apple CarPlay
-
Wireless
Android Auto
-
Standard
Spec
C10 REEV
CX-3
LED Headlamps
Standard
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
Standard
Fog Lamps
Standard
-
Roof Rails
Standard
-
Headlights
Standard
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Standard
Standard
Alloy Wheel Design
-
Black Metallic + Machining
Exterior Colour Options
-
Aero Grey, Snowflake White Pearl, Jet Black, Machine Grey, Polymetal Grey, Platinum Quartz and Soul Red Crystal are listed, with Carbon availability limited to selected finishes.
Spec
C10 REEV
CX-3
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ground Clearance Max
180 mm
155 mm
Ground Clearance Min
180 mm
155 mm
Departure Angle
-
25.7 deg
Terrain Modes
-
Sport
Spec
C10 REEV
CX-3
Tyre Size
245/45 R20
215/50R18
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Solid disc
Wheel Rim Size
20-inch
18 X 7.0 J
Handbrake Type
Electronic
Electronic
Spare Wheel Type
-
Temporary spare 185/60 R16
Spec
C10 REEV
CX-3
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
Macpherson strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Torsion beam axle
Spec
C10 REEV
CX-3
CO2 Emissions
7 g/km
146 g/km
Spec
C10 REEV
CX-3
Service Plan
5 years / 100,000 km
3 Years/Unlimited km
Spec
C10 REEV
CX-3
Ownership Role
comfort-focused flagship derivative
flagship equipment and comfort derivative
Price Zar
799900 ZAR
551600 ZAR
Pricing Role
comfort-focused flagship derivative
flagship equipment and comfort derivative
Starting Price
799900
551600
Starting Price Zar
799900
551600
Spec
C10 REEV
CX-3
Warranty
5 years / 100,000 km
5 Years/Unlimited km
Source-backed Catalogue Index
A transparent specification index shown only when every vehicle clears the minimum comparable-data threshold.
Weighted / 100
Catalogue-index readout
C10 REEV leads by 20 points
C10 REEV holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over CX-3.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Catalogue-index leader
C10 REEV
Performance
65/100
Efficiency
98/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
65/100
CX-3
Performance
47/100
Efficiency
61/100
Safety
84/100
Practicality
48/100
How to Read This Comparison
🏆Leapmotor C10 REEV
leads the catalogue index with 80 pts
vs 60 pts for CX-3
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, C10 REEV leads. However, CX-3 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Other Comparisons Worth Checking
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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.
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Calculate each exact derivative using your monthly distance and a current fuel or electricity price, then add finance, insurance, scheduled service, tyres and licence costs. Hagalu does not claim a fixed monthly saving without those buyer-specific inputs.
It is worth more only when the exact price difference buys equipment, space, performance or ownership cover that matters to you. Compare like-for-like lifecycle states and derivatives; a current offer and a historical last-listed price are not directly equivalent.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This C10 REEV and CX-3 comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. 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 CX-3 47.
Efficiency index: C10 REEV 98 vs CX-3 61.
Safety-equipment index: C10 REEV 99 vs CX-3 84.
Practicality index: C10 REEV 65 vs CX-3 48.
Ownership-cover index: C10 REEV not separately scored vs CX-3 not separately scored.
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.
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