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.
2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HATHybrid9-Speed AutomaticCurrent
ZAR 999,900ex-showroom
⚡ 255 kW🔧 648 Nm⛽ 10.2 km/l
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Decision summary
Leapmotor C10 REEV vs GWM P500: the short answer
C10 REEV and P500 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
C10 REEV starts ZAR 40,000 cheaperC10 REEV from ZAR 759,900 · P500 from ZAR 799,900
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
C10 REEV
P500
Maximum Power
C10 REEV158 kW
P500255 kW
Maximum Torque
C10 REEV320 Nm
P500648 Nm
Engine Size
C10 REEV1500 cc
P5002000 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
C10 REEV17.0 km/l
P50010.2 km/l
Ground Clearance
C10 REEV180 mm
P500224 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)
C10 REEV
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Specification evidence leader
P500
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
C10 REEV
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
P500
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
C10 REEV
P500
Model Introduced Year
2025
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
First-generation Leapmotor C10 range-extended electric SUV
Current South African P500 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
Double-cab pickup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
Active
published
Segment
D-segment family SUV
Pickup
Tare Mass Kg
1980 kg
2761 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
Pickup
Body Type Cab
-
Pickup
Color Note
-
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
-
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
-
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT
Spec
C10 REEV
P500
Length
4739 mm
5445 mm
Width
1900 mm
1991 mm
Height
1680 mm
1924 mm
Wheelbase
2825 mm
3350 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
180 mm
224 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
160 mm
150 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
80 l
Boot/Cargo Space
400 l
450 l
Kerb Weight
1980 kg
2810 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2425 kg
3495 kg
Payload Capacity
445 kg
685 kg
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.6 m
6.0 m
Front Headroom
1010 mm
1000 mm
Rear Headroom
985 mm
960 mm
Front Legroom
1060 mm
1050 mm
Rear Legroom
950 mm
900 mm
Spec
C10 REEV
P500
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Dual-zone automatic
Not Available
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
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Engine Warranty
-
5
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
9.8
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Skid Plates
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Voice Command
-
Standard
Diff Lock
-
Rear differential lock
Difflock
-
Rear differential lock
Load Bed Light
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Rear Step Bumper
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Sound System
12
10-speaker premium audio
Source Model Column
-
p500
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Tie Down Hooks
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Tow Bar Type
-
Bakkie towing support
Towbar
-
Bakkie towing support
Trailer Hitch
-
Bakkie towing support
Trailer Stability Assist
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trim Level
-
flagship
Variant Role
-
Flagship / premium derivative
Spec
C10 REEV
P500
Engine
Range-extender plug-in hybrid powertrain
2-litre Turbocharged Petrol Hybrid
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Hybrid
Hybrid System
Series Hybrid
Self Charging Hybrid
Engine Displacement
1500 cc
2000 cc
Cylinders
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Not Officially Disclosed
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
158 kW
255 kW
Maximum Torque
320 Nm
648 Nm
Combined Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Torque
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type
RWD
4WD
Transmission
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
9-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
171 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
8.5 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport, Custom
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
28.4 kWh
Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Lithium-ion
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
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 Officially Disclosed
Spec
C10 REEV
P500
Gearbox
Single-speed electric reduction gear
Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Rear motor, rear-wheel drive
4WD / AWD
LSD Available
No
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Rear differential lock
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
9.07:1
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
1
9
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
No
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Available
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Available
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
Standard
Axle Layout
4x2
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
1
9
Drive Mode Selector
-
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Spec
C10 REEV
P500
Claimed Mileage
17.0 km/l
10.2 km/l
City Mileage
14.5 km/l
8.2 km/l
Highway Mileage
19.0 km/l
11.9 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
80 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
10.2 km/l
Charging Port Type
CCS2
Not Applicable
Charging Type
AC and DC fast charging
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
50
80
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
P500
Airbags
7
Front dual, front side, curtain and front centre airbags
ABS
Standard
Not Available
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
Not Available
EBD
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Hill Hold
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes - front seats
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Not Available
Side Airbags
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
TCS
Standard
Not Available
Knee Airbag
No
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Not Available
Spec
C10 REEV
P500
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
Spec
C10 REEV
P500
Seat Material
Silicone leather
Not Applicable
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
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
-
3
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen P500 grade before assuming a feature is included.
Interior Colours
-
3
Spec
C10 REEV
P500
Infotainment System
14.6-inch central touchscreen
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Not Available
Android Auto
Wireless
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Not Available
Number of Speakers
12
10-speaker premium audio
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch
Not Applicable
USB Ports
4
Not Available
Infotainment Screen
14.6-inch
SYNC
Over-the-air Updates
Standard
-
Touchscreen
14.6-inch
SYNC
Navigation System
-
Standard
Voice Recognition
-
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
14.6-inch
SYNC
Audio Speakers
12
10-speaker premium audio
Audio System
-
10-speaker premium audio
Connected Services
-
SYNC
Voice Control
-
Standard
Spec
C10 REEV
P500
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
-
Pickup
Exterior Colour Options
-
3
Load Bed Liner
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
C10 REEV
P500
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
Rear differential lock
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
17.0 deg
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
180 mm
224 mm
Ground Clearance Min
180 mm
224 mm
Underbody Protection
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Not Available
Spec
C10 REEV
P500
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
Spec
C10 REEV
P500
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Not Available
Front Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
-
Not Applicable
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
C10 REEV
P500
CO2 Emissions
7 g/km
0 g/km
Hybrid System Type
-
Hybrid
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Hybrid
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Idle CO2 Output
-
0
CO2 Emissions G Km
-
0
Spec
C10 REEV
P500
Service Plan
5 years / 100,000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Service Interval
-
10000
Approx Service Cost
-
Included in Service Plan
Battery Warranty
-
8 Years / 160,000 km
Maintenance Plan
-
5 Years / 75,000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
10,000 km
First Service At
-
5000
Service Plan Duration
5 years / 100,000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Service Plan Distance
5 years / 100,000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Yes
Alternator
-
110A
Service Intervals
-
10000
Spec
C10 REEV
P500
Ownership Role
comfort-focused flagship derivative
Flagship
Price Zar
799900 ZAR
999900 ZAR
Pricing Role
comfort-focused flagship derivative
Current listed price
Starting Price
799900
999900
Starting Price Zar
799900
999900
Spec
C10 REEV
P500
Warranty
5 years / 100,000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Years
5 years / 100,000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 years / 100,000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
Yes
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
6 Years
Basic Warranty
5 years / 100,000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
Yes
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
Yes
In depth: how these cars differ
This C10 REEV and P500 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 P500 98.
Efficiency index: C10 REEV 75 vs P500 50.
Safety-equipment index: C10 REEV 99 vs P500 88.
Practicality index: C10 REEV 59 vs P500 78.
Ownership-cover index: C10 REEV not separately scored vs P500 65.
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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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
P500 leads by 4 points
C10 REEV and P500 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
P500
Performance
98/100
Efficiency
50/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
78/100
Ownership
65/100
C10 REEV
Performance
65/100
Efficiency
75/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
59/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexGWM P500
leads the specification evidence index with 78 pts
vs 74 pts for C10 REEV
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, P500 leads. However, C10 REEV may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
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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.
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