Stellantis brings cheap Chinese cars to Europe
The Stellantis group has created a partnership with manufacturer Leapmotor. This joint venture begins the import of low-cost electric cars to the European continent.
Stellantis has chosen Milan to present the first two Leapmotor models imported into Europe. This Chinese manufacturer and the multinational automobile company have created a joint venture owned 51% by Stellantis and 49% by Leapmotor. It has been named "Leapmotor Internationat". It is intended for the distribution and development of low-cost 100% electric cars worldwide (excluding China).
2 models
The first two models are city car, the T03 and an SUV, the C10. The T03 is a compact electric vehicle with 95 hp and a range of 265km (combined WLTP standard). Its maximum speed is 130km/h. The C10 is a 4.70m car with 218 hp. It has a range of 420km (combined WLTP standard). Leapmotor plans to have 350 points of sale in Europe by 2025. The T03 will be sold at around €19,000 and the C10 from €37,500, excluding temporary discounts.
(MH with Olivier Duquesne – Source: Stellantis – Pictures: © Leapmotor)