Former England footballer Michael Owen has become the first Leapmotor customer in the UK having taken delivery of the all-electric C10.
The C10, which officially goes on sale in the UK from March 1st and is priced at just £36,500, is an exciting new electric car entrant to the UK market, combining cutting edge technology with top-notch safety standards and eye-catching pricing.
The family sized D-segment SUV boasts best-in-class safety, a range of up to 263-mile (WLTP), and premium levels of comfort and specification making it the perfect car for ex-Liverpool striker Owen, his family and their lifestyle.
Owen, 45, now a racehorse owner and breeder, said: “I’m delighted to be the first Leapmotor customer in the UK. The C10 is a stunning looking car and is the perfect car for me and my family with some incredible tech, ample space and a reassuring top level safety rating.”
Damien Dally, Leapmotor UK Managing Director, said: “Michael Owen is one of the best football players this country has ever produced, so this is an exciting first signing for our brand.
“At Leapmotor we really think we have something special to excite UK car buyers. The C10 and T03 offer the very best in terms of value to customers thanks to a combination of high tech and specification, excellent quality and peace of mind driving due to an established retailer network and four-year warranty.”
The C10, and T03 – which offers premium features with B-segment dimensions at an A-segment price of under £16,000 – are the result of a pioneering partnership between Stellantis and Chinese technology brand Leapmotor.
Stellantis, owner of brands including Vauxhall, Peugeot, Citroen, Jeep, Alfa Romeo and Fiat, draws on nearly 120 years of history in the automotive sector in the UK.
It also has the know-how of 14 international brands, and a global presence with employees from over 170 countries.
It benefits from commercial operations in more than 130 markets, production sites in over 30 countries, and a comprehensive sales and post-sales network which offers the highest standards of quality and reliability.
About Leapmotor International
Leapmotor International B.V. is a Stellantis-led joint venture with a 51/49 partnership between Stellantis N.V. and Leapmotor. Headquartered in Amsterdam, the company is focused on redefining the electric vehicle (EV) landscape by leveraging cutting-edge technology and innovation. Leapmotor International is committed to delivering tech-centric, affordable electric mobility solutions to global customers. The company began its operations in Europe in September 2024, with 350 points of sale by year-end, and plans to expand into India, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, and South America starting in the fourth quarter. Leapmotor International’s product lineup will initially include the T03, an urban-focused A-segment EV, and the C10, a fully equipped, family-oriented D-segment vehicle, with additional models planned over the next three years.
