AMSTERDAM (HOLLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Stellantis authorized dealers throughout Europe are taking an increasingly central role in offering consumers clean, safe and affordable mobility solutions by accepting orders for Leapmotor’s all-electric vehicles, with the first deliveries expected by the end of the year. The opening of orders is an important step for Leapmotor International, the 51:49 joint venture between Stellantis and Leapmotor that aims to accelerate and expand sales of affordable high-tech products outside China. The milestone was reached in just under a year after the joint venture was established, coinciding with Stellantis’ investment of 1.5 billion euros to acquire about 21 percent of Leapmotor.
“This partnership – unique in the automotive industry – offers European customers access to advanced, high-value BEV technology, supported by Stellantis’ extensive sales network for a customer-centric buying experience that sets Leapmotor International apart from other Chinese competitors,” said Carlos Tavares, CEO of Stellantis. “With Stellantis’ efficient after-sales system, Leapmotor’s customers will benefit from an unparalleled level of service, which is an important differentiator. We have created a very efficient partnership with Leapmotor, designed to deliver value first and foremost to our European customers and our long-term sustainability.”
“Leapmotor is a technology company focused on research and development and vertical integration. Through the partnership with Stellantis, we aim to leverage our strengths in technology and scalability, offering global customers affordable and high-quality electric mobility solutions,” said Zhu Jiangming, Founder, President and CEO of Leapmotor.
The first markets for Leapmotor vehicles in Europe will be Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Leapmotor International will further expand its offerings in the Middle East & Africa (Israel and French overseas territories), Asia Pacific (Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, Malaysia and Nepal) and South America (Brazil and Chile) starting in the fourth quarter of this year.
The T03 is an A-segment five-door compact car with a range of 265 km (WLTP) and interior space equal to that of the B-segment. The T03 will be offered starting at €18,900, available now. The C10, an SUV that boasts D-segment dimensions with 420 km range (WLTP), the best driving experience, the best levels of safety, an intelligent user experience, and premium comfort. It uses Leapmotor’s LEAP 3.0 architecture with centralized and integrated electronic configuration, the Cell-to-Chassis system and an intelligent cockpit. The C10 SUV will be available starting at €36,400 with arrival expected at dealers in October.
Both Leapmotor vehicles feature cutting-edge electric technologies and offer high levels of performance, efficiency, safety and range at affordable prices, thanks to the Chinese automaker’s high degree of in-house engineering capability and vertical integration. Over the next three years, Leapmotor expects to market at least one model per year.Leapmotor International’s offerings will compete with Chinese brands. The launch of Leapmotor vehicles in Europe complements and expands the portfolio of Stellantis brands to offer customers a full range at affordable prices. In parallel with this strategic move, Stellantis remains committed to its “asset-light” business model for its foreign brands in China.
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