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Leapmotor Debuts B05 in Munich as Stellantis Sets India Launch Window

Stellantis will sell the Chinese EVs through multi-brand showrooms in India without committing to local production.

Overview

  • Leapmotor’s B05 hatchback made its global debut at the Munich motor show, with a high-performance ‘Ultra’ variant planned according to the company’s CEO.
  • The B05 and the B10 share the LEAP 3.5 platform and a 2735mm wheelbase, with the B05 positioned as a compact, rear-drive hatch using LFP batteries.
  • European B10 sales and deliveries are underway through Stellantis dealers, with 56.2kWh and 67.1kWh battery options offering up to about 434km WLTP range.
  • Stellantis India chief Shailesh Hazela confirmed the first Leapmotor model will launch in India in the next financial year of 2026–27, sold via existing multi-brand outlets.
  • Production of the B05 is reported to begin in Zaragoza, Spain toward late 2026, while in India Stellantis aims for a premium positioning without announcing local manufacturing.