The Leapmotor company, whose cars will start to be sold in our country, in addition very recently, and whose partner is the Stellantis concern, launched a new hybrid crossover called C16. As for the dimensions, the crossover measures 4,915 mm in length, 1,905 mm in width and 1,770 mm in height, with a 2,825 mm wheelbase. For comparison, we will say that the model is 94 mm shorter than the Kia EV9 and has a 274 mm shorter wheelbase.
The interior is characterized by a minimalist design, except for the digital instrument panel, "floating" infotainment system and leather steering wheel. Already at the basic level, the six-seater electric car is equipped with a dual-zone climate system and a 15 W wireless smartphone charger.
For an additional fee, buyers will get tri-zone climate control, as well as heated and ventilated seats in the first and second rows. Customers can also get a premium audio system with 21 speakers, a 15.6-inch rear-row entertainment system and an intelligent driver assistance system that uses a lidar sensor.
The car is powered by a 1.5-liter engine that serves as a generator to charge a battery with a capacity of 28.4 kWh and a rear-mounted electric motor with a capacity of 228 hp. The electric installation allows the crossover to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds and travel up to 200 km on electricity alone.
Customers can also get an all-electric variant that has a 67.7kWh lithium-iron-phosphate battery. It is equipped with an updated engine that produces 288 hp. and 360 Nm of torque. An electric car can accelerate from a standstill to 100 km/h in 6.4 seconds. In addition, drivers will be able to travel up to 520 km on a single charge of the battery. The price of the hybrid version starts at €19,700 and the electric model starts at €20,500.