The 20th Shanghai International Auto Show officially kicked off, and Leapmotor (Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology Co Ltd, HKG: 9863) brought its entire new product line to the event, including the C11 extended range model, the 2023 C01, C11, and T03. Leapmotor Chairman Zhu Jiangming, along with other executives, transformed into "super test drivers" and personally drove the cars to give users a close-up experience of the company's commitment to being an "OEM for the users."
The C11 extended range model boasts a 285km pure electric range leading in its class, with a maximum comprehensive range of 1024km, a 2930mm extra-long wheelbase, and features such as an immersive triple-screen display, Nappa leather seats, frameless doors, and a premium quality music cockpit, all of which elevate the luxurious experience. In addition, the C11 extended range model is equipped with 28 perception hardware devices, with as many as 23 driving assistance functions launched at once, allowing users to calmly handle complex driving scenarios such as city and high-speed driving over long distance.
The 2023 C01 model is equipped with the CTC battery-chassis integration technology, with a maximum comprehensive range of 717km under CLTC. The C01 has a maximum power of 400kW and a maximum torque of 720N•m, with hidden door handles, a sleek body, and dynamic tail lights that create a super-low drag coefficient that leads its class. It achieves acceleration from 0 to 100km/h in just over 3 seconds, providing users with an ultimate driving experience.
The 2023 C11 model's intelligent cockpit is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon SA8155P chip, an immersive triple-screen display, and a highly integrated full-touch-control design that provides a smooth experience and supports AI face recognition and other functions. The C11 uses variable architecture high-performance oil-cooled electric drive, with a 0 to 100km/h acceleration time in just 3.94 seconds. The double-wishbone front and 5-link rear independent suspensions comparable to luxury cars greatly improve the handling quality and driving experience of the entire vehicle, while also balancing comfort and handling performance.
The 2023 Leapmotor T03 is positioned as an ultra-safe 5-door electric vehicle, with a 5-door 4-seat, 2400mm long wheelbase design, and a cage-like body with a high-strength steel ratio of up to 68%. It also has up to 10 automatic driving assistance functions, providing double protection for safe driving. In addition, the T03 has passed the EU’s Small Whole Vehicle Type Approval (SWVTA), and Leapmotor will continue to expand its overseas market, further accelerating its global strategic layout.
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