Verdict
The RM19,020 premium puts the C10 in a different size class: it is 349 mm longer, 90 mm wider and has a 175 mm longer wheelbase than the Xforce, yet its boot gains only 25 litres. Its 215 hp and 320 Nm rear motor, 69.9 kWh battery and 420 km range make a fundamentally different running proposition from the Xforce’s 104 hp, 141 Nm 1.5-litre petrol CVT. The Mitsubishi weighs 730 kg less and its annual road tax is RM120 against RM200, but the Leapmotor brings seven airbags, autonomous braking and steering lane-keeping assistance.
Pick the Leapmotor C10 if you want 420 km EV range, substantially more power and a larger SUV with stronger active-safety equipment.
Pick the Mitsubishi Xforce if you prefer a lighter 1,250 kg petrol SUV with a 42-litre tank, lower annual road tax and front parking sensors.
Key differences
- Price: Leapmotor C10 RM129,000; Mitsubishi Xforce RM109,980
- Power and torque: C10 215 hp/320 Nm; Xforce 104 hp/141 Nm
- Length: C10 4,739 mm; Xforce 4,390 mm
- Wheelbase: C10 2,825 mm; Xforce 2,650 mm
- Boot space: C10 435 litres; Xforce 410 litres
- Airbags: C10 seven; Xforce four
C10
- 215 hp and 320 Nm rear electric motor
- 420 km range from a 69.9 kWh battery
- Seven airbags, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assistance
- RM19,020 more expensive
- 1,980 kg versus the Xforce’s 1,250 kg
- No front parking sensors; the Xforce has four
Xforce
- RM120 annual road tax versus RM200
- Four front parking sensors and a 360-degree camera
- Auto high beam and a space-saver spare tyre
- 104 hp and 141 Nm versus the C10’s 215 hp and 320 Nm
- Four airbags versus seven
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assistance
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM129,000 | RM109,980✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 141 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 75 mm × 84.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 320 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 69.9 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 420 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 84 kW | — |
| V2L | 1.7 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,739 mm | 4,390 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,810 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,825 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | 1,980 kg | 1,250 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 435 litres✓ | 410 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R20 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R20 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop e-Sport Maxx | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far Side) | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Satellite Navigation, WiFi built-in, 12-speaker Surround Sound System | 8" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation (NFC Card) | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes, 360-degree view |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Active Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 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.
Used C10 & Xforce for sale
C10 vs Xforce FAQ
Is the Leapmotor C10 or Mitsubishi Xforce better?
The C10 is better for EV range, performance, cabin footprint and active safety. Choose the Xforce if petrol use, lower tax, lower purchase cost and a lighter SUV matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Leapmotor C10 costs RM19,020 more than the Mitsubishi Xforce.
Which has the better safety equipment?
The C10 has the stronger safety tally: seven airbags, autonomous braking, collision warning and steering lane-keeping assistance. The Xforce has four airbags and blind-spot information, but no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assistance.
