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GAC Emkoo vs Leapmotor B10

GAC Emkoo

GAC Emkoo

Verdict

The GAC Emkoo costs RM123,800 to the Leapmotor B10’s RM118,800, but the RM5,000 gap brings a 638-litre boot against 430 litres, a quicker 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time and a head-up display. It is also 165 kg lighter. The B10 answers with a 67.1-kWh battery, 434 km EV range and lower RM118,800 entry price, although its annual road tax is RM200 versus RM120. For a Malaysian buyer without charging access, the petrol Emkoo is the more practical fit; for an EV buyer, the B10 is the cheaper route in.

Emkoo

Pick the GAC Emkoo if you need the 638-litre boot, quicker 8.8-second sprint and petrol power without relying on charging.

B10

Pick the Leapmotor B10 if you want a RM118,800 EV with 434 km of quoted range, rear-wheel drive and a 67.1-kWh battery.

Key differences

  • Price: GAC Emkoo RM123,800; Leapmotor B10 RM118,800.
  • Powertrain: GAC Emkoo 175 hp/270 Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol; Leapmotor B10 215 hp/240 Nm electric motor.
  • Performance: GAC Emkoo 0-100 km/h in 8.8 seconds and 190 km/h; Leapmotor B10 9.3 seconds and 170 km/h.
  • Boot space: GAC Emkoo 638 litres; Leapmotor B10 430 litres.
  • Weight: GAC Emkoo 1,540 kg; Leapmotor B10 1,845 kg.
  • Road tax: GAC Emkoo RM120 per year; Leapmotor B10 RM200 per year.

Emkoo

  • 638-litre boot is 208 litres larger.
  • Quicker 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
  • Head-up display and ventilated driver’s seat.
  • Costs RM5,000 more.
  • Six airbags versus the B10’s seven.
  • No built-in navigation or front foglamps.

B10

  • 67.1-kWh battery with 434 km quoted EV range.
  • RM5,000 lower purchase price.
  • Seven airbags, dual-zone climate control and built-in navigation.
  • 430-litre boot is 208 litres smaller.
  • Slower 9.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
  • No head-up display, front parking sensors or ventilated driver’s seat.
Price & overview
PriceRM123,800RM118,800✓
Body typeSUVSUV
SegmentC-SegmentC-Segment
AssemblyCKDCKD
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM120✓RM200
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing400V architecture
Capacity1,497 cc—
Horsepower175 hp at 5,500 rpm—
Torque270 Nm at 1,400 rpm—
Cylinder ArrangementInline 4—
FuelPetrolElectric
Number of Motors—1
Motor Horsepower—215 hp
Motor Torque—240 Nm
Battery Capacity—67.1 kWh
EV Range—434 km
Charging Rate (AC)—11 kW
V2L—1.7 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionDual-clutch Automatic (Wet)Single Ratio Automatic
Transmission Name7DCT—
Gears7—
DrivelineFront Wheel DriveRear Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h8.8 seconds✓9.3 seconds
Top Speed190 km/h✓170 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,680 mm4,515 mm
Width1,901 mm1,885 mm
Height1,670 mm1,655 mm
Wheelbase2,750 mm2,735 mm
Weight1,540 kg1,845 kg
Fuel Tank55 litres—
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space638 litres✓430 litres
Front Tyre235/55R19225/50R18
Rear Tyre235/55R19235/50R18
Spare TyreSpace SaverN/A, Tyre Repair Kit
Factory TyresContinental EcoContact 6Linglong Sport Master e
Chassis
AssemblyMalaysia (CKD)Malaysia (CKD)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutMacPherson Struts
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link
Front Wheels19" Two-tone Alloys18" Alloys
Rear Wheels19" Two-tone Alloys18" Alloys
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Safety
Airbags6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far Side)
ABS/EBD✓✓
Stability Control✓✓
Alarm✓✓
Immobilizer✓✓
Airbag Disable Function✓✓
Child Safety LockManual for Rear DoorsManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System✓✓
ISOFIXAvailable on 2 Outer Rear SeatsAvailable on Outer Two Rear Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYesYes
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionSteering Correction
Collision Warning✓✓
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ProjectorLED Projector
TaillampsFull LEDFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights✓✓
Front Foglamps—✓
Rear Foglamps✓✓
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators✓✓
Cabin
Front SeatsPowered Front Seats with Ventilated Driver's SeatPower Adjustable Front Seats
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conSingle-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conRear AC VentsRear AC Vents
SunroofPanoramic Glass RoofPanoramic Glass Roof
Power Sockets1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear
Interior LightingMap LightsMap Lights & Ambient Lighting
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Sun ShadePanoramic Glass Roof ShadeSunroof Shade
Audio10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Satellite Navigation, WiFi built-in, 6-speaker Sound System
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti PinchFour Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal)
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation (NFC Card)
Auto Headlamps✓✓
Auto Wipers✓✓
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Steering Audio Control✓✓
Steering Tilt✓✓
Steering Telescopic✓✓
Boot OperationPowered BootPowered Boot
Parking Sensor Front6 Sensors—
Parking Sensor Rear6 Sensors4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, 360-degree View MonitorYes, 360-degree Monitor
Folding Wing Mirrors✓✓
Bluetooth✓✓
Navigation—✓
Head-up Display✓—
Hill Start Assist✓✓
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer150,000 km150,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer5 years6 years✓
Warranty Notes7 Year, 180,000 km Powertrain Warranty8 Year/160,000 km BEV Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty

Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.

Emkoo vs B10 FAQ

Is the GAC Emkoo or Leapmotor B10 better?

The Emkoo is better for boot space, faster acceleration and petrol convenience. The B10 is better if you can charge regularly and prioritise a 67.1-kWh EV battery, 434 km range and lower purchase price.

What is the price difference?

The GAC Emkoo costs RM123,800 and the Leapmotor B10 costs RM118,800, so the Emkoo is RM5,000 more expensive.

Which has more luggage space?

The GAC Emkoo has the larger boot at 638 litres, compared with 430 litres in the Leapmotor B10. That is a 208-litre advantage for the Emkoo.

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