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BMW iX3 (2021-2025) vs Leapmotor C10
Selected trimPremier Edition · 2021Change trim279 mi · 80 kWh · £58,850
Selected trimStandard262 mi · 69.9 kWh · £36,500
At a glance
In this comparison, BMW iX3 leads on family practicality and charging speed, while the Leapmotor C10 leads on value for money and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BMW iX3 (2021-2025) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Leapmotor C10 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The BMW iX3 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueLeapmotor
BMW
4.7
Leapmotor
5.9
FamilyBMW
BMW
7.6
Leapmotor
6.1
ChargingBMW
BMW
3.8
Leapmotor
1.5
City DrivingLeapmotor
BMW
2.3
Leapmotor
3.2
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 | BMW iX3Premier Edition | Leapmotor C10Base |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £58,850 | £36,500 (better) |
| Official range | 279 miles (better) | 262 miles |
| Boot space | 510 L (better) | 435 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 34 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 6.8 sec (better) | 7.5 sec |
Size Comparison
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BMW iX3
Leapmotor C10
Length
BMW iX34,734mm-5mm
Leapmotor C104,739mm
Width
BMW iX31,891mm-9mm
Leapmotor C101,900mm
Height
BMW iX31,668mm-12mm
Leapmotor C101,680mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BMW iX3Premier Edition | Leapmotor C10Base |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,734 mm | 4,739 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,891 mm (better) | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,668 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m | 11.2 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 509 mm spare (better) | 500 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BMW iX3Premier Edition | Leapmotor C10Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 510 L (better) | 435 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1560 L (better) | 1410 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  BMW iX3 Premier Edition |  Leapmotor C10 Base |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.73m | 4.74m+5mm |
| Width | 1.89m | 1.90m+9mm |
| Height | 1.67m | 1.68m+12mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.86m | 2.83m-39mm |
| Ground Clearance | 179mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 510L (better) | 435L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1560L (better) | 1410L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.1m | 11.2m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,260kg | 1,980kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 80kWh (better) | 69.9kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 279 mi (better) | 262 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW (better) | 84kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £58,850 | £36,500 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2021–2021 | 2024+ |
* BMW iX3: Euro NCAP applied its 2017 BMW X3 rating to the iX3 after extra checks in 2021. That rating expired on 1 January 2024.
* BMW iX3: WLTP range on 20-inch wheels; the 19-inch M Sport is rated a little higher.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BMW iX3Premier Edition | Leapmotor C10Base |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 279 miles (better) | 262 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 196 miles (better) | 175 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 34 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW (better) | 84 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 6.6 kW |
| Energy consumption | 195 Wh/km (better) | 197 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 74 kWh (better) | 69.9 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BMW iX3Premier Edition | Leapmotor C10Base |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.8 sec (better) | 7.5 sec |
| Power | 210 kW (better) | 160 kW |
| Torque | 400 Nm (better) | 320 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
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.
BMW iX3
Premier Edition
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Leapmotor C10
Base
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | BMW iX3Premier Edition | Leapmotor C10Base |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £29,663 | £23,290 |
| Average used price | £29,663 | £25,030 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 3 listings | 4 listings (better) |
| Recent used-price trend | Broadly flat | Broadly flat |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
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Calculate company-car tax
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Cost per mile
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Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - BMW iX3 Premier Edition
Tested 2017
Adult Occupant93%
Child Occupant84%
Vulnerable Road Users70%
Safety Assist58%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Leapmotor C10 Base
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BMW iX3Premier Edition | Leapmotor C10Base |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag real-world range. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
BMW iX3
Premier Edition
Owners love
- Owners consistently praise the smooth, quiet ride and the adaptive dampers, saying it feels like a well-sorted BMW rather than an EV experiment.
- The interior is rated highly for material quality, with physical buttons and the iDrive controller preferred over touchscreen-only rivals.
- Many owners report around 210 to 270 miles in mild weather, and efficiency of roughly 3.5 to 4 miles per kWh on gentle runs.
Watch out for
- Range on cold motorway runs falls well short of the WLTP figure, with some owners reporting 145 to 175 miles at 70 mph in winter.
- Rapid charging peaks at 150 kW, and owners on slower public chargers find stops long.
- It is built on the combustion X3's platform, so there is no front boot and the cabin design is conventional.
Owner tips
- Test-drive at motorway speed and, if you can, in cold weather to judge whether the real range suits your longest regular trips.
- Check the car's exact equipment against its build date rather than assuming the trim name tells you everything.
Leapmotor C10
Base
Owners love
- Owners rate the C10 as outstanding value: big, comfortable and loaded with equipment (panoramic roof, heated and ventilated seats, a strong stereo, 360-degree cameras).
- It is quiet and relaxing to drive, with a soft ride suited to family use and good one-pedal driving.
- Efficiency is good around town (about 4-4.4 miles per kWh), with around 210-220 miles of mixed-use range in mild weather.
Watch out for
- The driver-assistance warnings and lane-keeping are intrusive and the adaptive cruise control is jerky.
- There is no native Apple CarPlay or Android Auto; owners add a cheap aftermarket adapter, with mixed results.
- Insurance can be hard to find: several large insurers will not cover the car and quotes vary widely.
Owner tips
- Map your preferred driver-assist settings to the steering-wheel button after the latest software update.
- Get insurance quotes before you commit, and try several insurers.
Buying options
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BMW iX3
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Leapmotor C10
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
BMW iX3
- £29,6632021Car360View
Leapmotor C10
- £25,2992025Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the BMW iX3 worth the extra £22,350 over the Leapmotor C10?
The BMW iX3 costs £22,350 more than the Leapmotor C10. For that premium it adds 66 kW faster peak rapid charging, 75 litres more boot space and 50 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the BMW iX3 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BMW iX3 or the Leapmotor C10?
The Leapmotor C10 is £22,350 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £216 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Leapmotor C10 comes out roughly £22,350 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the BMW iX3 and Leapmotor C10 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 196 miles for the BMW iX3 and 175 miles for the Leapmotor C10 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BMW iX3 goes roughly 22 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-34 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BMW iX3 or the Leapmotor C10?
The two are within 9 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 509 mm of total clearance for the BMW iX3 and about 500 mm of total clearance for the Leapmotor C10. The Leapmotor C10 also turns in a 0.9 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the BMW iX3 or the Leapmotor C10?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the BMW iX3 and 90% for the Leapmotor C10. That gives the Leapmotor C10 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Leapmotor C10's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the BMW iX3's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .