By combining the speed of execution of a Chinese manufacturer with the stylistic and technical expertise of a historic German preparer, Leapmotor wants to hit a big blow and make a place alongside the European electric giants. But the battle to seduce the French and European public is just beginning.
Leapmotor, still little known in France, is nevertheless one of the most ambitious Chinese brands in the field of electricity. Founded less than ten years ago, it quickly distinguished itself by its technologically advanced and competitive prices. But to set up securely in Europe, the young brand knows that she must convince an audience attached to the image and know-how.
This is where Irmscher comes in. This German preparer founded in 1968, known for his collaborations with Opel and for more than 550,000 personalized vehicles, brings to Leapmotor a European cachet and an aesthetic expertise that speak to lovers of premium cars. The I C10 IRMSCHER edition is therefore a showcase model, capable of creating an emotional link with European customers.
An electric SUV with the impressive technical sheet
Under his body in the style worked by Irmscher, the I C10 Irmscher Edition Cache of performance worthy of the biggest electric sports SUV. Its all -wheel drive at two engines delivers 585 challowing a 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.0 seconds.
The technical base is based on a architecture 800 voltsrare in the segment, which allows ultra-fast loads: 30 to 80 % battery in just 22 minutes Thanks to an LFP battery of approximately 90 kWh. Leapmotor also promises intelligent motor skills management, capable of adapting the behavior of the vehicle to climatic conditions or the type of road, whether in the rain, in snow or on more furniture.
Exclusive limited to 250 copies
The manufacturer plans to produce only 250 units From this IRMSCHER Edition version for Europe, which strengthens its exclusive character. This special series will be unveiled to the public in October 2025 during the Zurich International Automobile Faira strategic choice to directly reach Swiss and German customers, two markets renowned for their interest in premium vehicles.
If the prices will not be announced until the last quarter of 2025, Leapmotor suggests that the I C10 Irmscher could be positioned in front of models such as the Tesla Model Xthe BMW IX or the MerCedes Download SUVbut with a potentially more aggressive performance/equipment ratio.
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Leapmotor targets the top of the table in Europe
The arrival of this i C10 Irmscher Edition marks a turning point for Leapmotor, which wants to get out of the “low-cost” image sometimes associated with Chinese brands. Martin Resch, CEO of Leapmotor Germany, sums up this ambition: “We combine the speed and technology of a Chinese start-up with the design and personalization of a German historical name. »»
In France, the brand will have to take up a double challenge: to seduce a premium clientele already faithful to its traditional brands, and to distinguish itself in an electric market in full recomposition. But with a limited model, powerful and signed by a respected trainer, Leapmotor gives himself the means to enter the European market through the big door.
