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Abarth 500e vs Leapmotor T03
Selected trimHatchbackChange trim164 mi · 42.2 kWh · £27,995
Selected trimStandard165 mi · 37.3 kWh · £15,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Abarth 500e leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs, while the Leapmotor T03 leads on value for money.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Abarth 500e if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the Leapmotor T03 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Abarth 500e wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueLeapmotor
Abarth
4.4
Leapmotor
5
Motorway RangeAbarth
Abarth
3.1
Leapmotor
2.2
ChargingAbarth
Abarth
3.3
Leapmotor
1.3
Cost Per MileAbarth
Abarth
4.2
Leapmotor
3.7
City DrivingAbarth
Abarth
9.6
Leapmotor
9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Leapmotor T03Base |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £27,995 | £15,995 (better) |
| Official range | 164 miles | 165 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 185 L | 210 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 35 min (better) | 36 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7 sec (better) | 12.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Abarth 500e
Leapmotor T03
Length
Abarth 500e3,673mm
Leapmotor T033,620mm-53mm
Width
Abarth 500e1,683mm
Leapmotor T031,652mm-31mm
Height
Abarth 500e1,518mm-59mm
Leapmotor T031,577mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Leapmotor T03Base |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3,673 mm | 3,620 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,683 mm | 1,652 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,900 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,518 mm | 1,577 mm |
| Turning circle | 9.4 m (better) | 9.7 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 717 mm spare | 748 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Leapmotor T03Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 960 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 185 L | 210 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 550 L (better) | 508 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Abarth 500e
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 8 hatchback EVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- At 3,673 mm, shorter than 85% of hatchback EVs in our UK catalogue.
- 9.4 m turning circle, tighter than 90% of hatchback EVs in our database.
Leapmotor T03
- At 3,620 mm, shorter than 90% of hatchback EVs in our UK catalogue.
- 9.7 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of hatchback EVs in our database.
- 1,652 mm wide, below our 1,750 mm narrow-car threshold.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Abarth 500e Hatchback |  Leapmotor T03 Base |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3.67m | 3.62m-53mm |
| Width | 1.68m | 1.65m-31mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.90m | Not available |
| Height | 1.52m | 1.58m+59mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.32m | 2.40m+78mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 185L | 210L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 550L (better) | 508L |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 960mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 9.4m (better) | 9.7m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,175kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 42.2kWh (better) | 37.3kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 164 mi | 165 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 85kW (better) | 48kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,995 | £15,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £24,245 (-£3,750) | £15,995 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2023+ | 2025+ |
* Leapmotor T03: Not Euro NCAP tested. Quadricycle and L-category vehicles fall outside the Euro NCAP programme scope.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Leapmotor T03Base |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 164 miles | 165 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 137 miles (better) | 112 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 35 min (better) | 36 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 85 kW (better) | 48 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 163 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 42.2 kWh (better) | 37.3 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | LFP |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Leapmotor T03Base |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7 sec (better) | 12.7 sec |
| Power | 114 kW (better) | 70 kW |
| Torque | 235 Nm (better) | 158 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Abarth 500e
Hatchback
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Leapmotor T03
Base
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Leapmotor T03 Base
Leapmotor T03 Base
Not Euro NCAP tested. Quadricycle and L-category vehicles fall outside the Euro NCAP programme scope.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Leapmotor T03Base |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
Buying options
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Abarth 500e
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Abarth 500e worth the extra £12,000 over the Leapmotor T03?
The Abarth 500e costs £12,000 more than the Leapmotor T03. For that premium it adds 37 kW faster peak rapid charging, 44 kW more power and a 5.7s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Abarth 500e comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Abarth 500e or the Leapmotor T03?
The Leapmotor T03 is £12,000 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £176 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Leapmotor T03 comes out roughly £12,000 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Abarth 500e and Leapmotor T03 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 137 miles for the Abarth 500e and 112 miles for the Leapmotor T03 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Abarth 500e goes roughly 24 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 35-36 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Abarth 500e or the Leapmotor T03?
The Leapmotor T03 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 31 mm narrower than the Abarth 500e. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 748 mm of total clearance for the Leapmotor T03 and about 717 mm of total clearance for the Abarth 500e.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .