Leapmotor A05

Leapmotor A05
Overview
ManufacturerLeapmotor
Production2026 (to commence)
Assembly
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact car (B)
Body style5-door hatchback
LayoutFront-motor, front-wheel-drive
Powertrain
Electric motorTZ180QY057 permanent-magnet synchronous motor
Power output90–121 hp (67–90 kW; 91–123 PS)
BatteryLithium iron phosphate
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,605 mm (102.6 in)
Length4,200 mm (165.4 in)
Width1,800 mm (70.9 in)
Height1,560 mm (61.4 in)

The Leapmotor A05 (Chinese: 零跑A05; pinyin: Língpǎo A05) is an upcoming battery electric subcompact hatchback to be produced by Leapmotor.

Overview

History

In April of 2025 during the Shanghai Auto Show, Leapmotor's CEO, Zhu Jiangming, revealed that two small SUVs would be launched by the company named the A10 and A05, the first of which was revealed in 2025 and will also be sold in Europe as the Leapmotor B03X. The A05 is the second of the two A-series models.[1] Leapmotor's Global Quality Director, Ding Yongfei, also stated that on December 19, 2025, that the A05, alongside the B10, A10, and the Leapmotor B05 would be produced at the Figueruelas factory Spain from 2027.[2] On March 13, 2026, the first photos of the A05 were showcased by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.[3]

Design

The design language of the A05 is similar to that of the A10, however it has minor details that are exclusive to the A05. Two-tone paint will be optional and there are multiple different designs for the rims.[3]

Features

Optional features on the A05 include a LiDAR sensor and a front binocular camera.[4] The LiDAR sensors were previously reserved for the premium Leapmotor models.[5] Symmetrical left and right rearview mirror cameras will also be offered, as will be a front bumper camera.[3]

Powertrain

The motor used by the A05 is a TZ180QY057 permanent-magnet synchronous motor that can proudce between 94 horsepower (70 kW; 95 PS) and 121 hp (90 kW; 123 PS). The battery used is a lithium iron phosphate battery expected to be supplied by either Leapmotor's own Leap Energy subsidiary, Gotion, or Zenergy. The size of the battery pack is yet to be revealed.[3][6]

References

  1. ^ Lin, Anthony (May 8, 2025). "Leapmotor to launch B05 EV hatchback end-2025, B-segment A10 SUV and A05 hatch to debut in 2026". Paul Tan's Automotive News.
  2. ^ Schaal, Sebastian (December 19, 2025). "Leapmotor manager confirms European production from 2026". Electrive.
  3. ^ a b c d Miao, Liu (March 13, 2026). "New Leapmotor A05 filing hints at lowering costs for LiDAR-equipped EVs". CarNewsChina.
  4. ^ Yu, Cara (March 13, 2026). "Leapmotor prepares new budget EV A05 with LiDAR option to boost sales". CnEVPost.
  5. ^ "Leapmotor Prepares New Budget EV A05 With LiDAR Option to Boost Sales". Futubull, information from CnEVPost. March 13, 2026.
  6. ^ Changxing, Yue (March 13, 2026). "定位纯电小型车 车长4米2 最大功率70kW 零跑A05申报信息" [Leapmotor A05, a pure electric small car with a length of 4.2 meters and a maximum power of 70kW, has received its application information.]. Autohome (in Chinese (China)).