Secured 10,132 pre-orders for the Leapmotor B01 model within the initial 72 hours following its release
The Leapmotor B01, an electric sedan, has made its debut in China, priced at RMB 89,800 ($12,530) and publicly traded under the symbol Leapmotor (HKG: 9863). The B01 comes in six variants, each offering a different driving range to cater to various customer needs.
The most affordable variant boasts a driving range of 430 km, while the top-end models offer a range of up to 650 km. All variants are equipped with the Snapdragon 8650 chip, 27 sensors supporting highway pilot and memory parking, and a 14.6-inch 2.5K smart cabin screen running Leapmotor OS 4.0 Plus with AI and voice control.
The interior of the B01 is designed to maximise space, with an 86% occupancy rate, luxury-like materials covering 88% of the interior, a panoramic UV-protected roof, and 460 liters of trunk space, including 70L underfloor. The exterior features an aerodynamic design with a 0.197 drag coefficient, meteor-inspired LED lights, and eight colour options, including exclusive Morgan Pink.
Leapmotor announced that the B01 received 10,132 locked-in orders within 72 hours of its launch. Interestingly, approximately 70% of B01 customers have chosen the 650-km range versions, demonstrating a preference for extended driving capabilities.
The B01 electric sedan has already started deliveries in China, and its battery supports fast charging, capable of adding approximately 300 km of range in just 18 minutes. However, the exact feature and specifications breakdown per each of the six variants is not publicly disclosed.
In summary, the Leapmotor B01 offers six variants, each with its unique features and driving ranges, catering to a variety of customer needs. While the higher-priced variants with LiDAR and driving ranges of 550 km and 650 km have been popular among customers, the exact feature breakdown per variant and the precise percentage of customers who chose the 650-km range versions are not publicly disclosed.
- Despite the varied driving ranges on offer, it appears that 70% of Leapmotor B01 customers have opted for the top-end models that provide up to 650 km of driving range.
- These sales figures indicate a discernible preference among consumers for extended driving capabilities in the B01 electric sedan.
- With sales commencement in China, Leapmotor is poised to make a significant impact on both the automotive and transportation industries through its innovative technology.
- Leapmotor continues to thrive in the Chinese market, as evident by the 10,132 locked-in orders received for the B01 within 72 hours of its launch (HKG: 9863).
- The Leapmotor B01's fast-charging battery can add around 300 km of range in just 18 minutes, demonstrating the company's commitment to maximizing utility and convenience in electric transportation.
