LEAPMOTOR IRELAND CELEBRATES RECORD-BREAKING ECOBEST CHALLENGE 2025 WIN FOR T03

Leapmotor Ireland, the newest entry into the Irish electric vehicle market, is proud to announce a landmark achievement. The all-new Leapmotor T03 has set a new benchmark for efficiency, winning top honours at the prestigious 2025 ECOBEST Challenge. This international accolade arrives as the brand prepares for its Irish debut under the stewardship of Gowan Auto this September, marking a milestone moment for affordable, high-tech EVs in Ireland.

The Leapmotor T03’s performance during the ECOBEST Challenge 2025, Europe’s leading independent and certified test of mainstream electric vehicles, has been nothing short of historic. The T03 became the first vehicle in ECOBEST Challenge history to see its real-world range surpass its official WLTP rating, achieving an EcoC 1 index of 109.43% by driving 290 km on a single charge, well above its official 265 km WLTP range.

The T03 has set a new benchmark in real-world performance, achieving an outstanding energy efficiency of 8.06 km/kWh, ranking it among the most efficient EVs ever tested. Additionally, with a class-leading charging efficiency of 6.89 km per real kWh charged, the T03 emerged as the overall most efficient vehicle in its competition. Combining impressive affordability with an extensive suite of standard features such as a panoramic sunroof, adaptive cruise control, and a cutting-edge 10.1-inch infotainment system, the T03 sets a new standard for electric vehicles in its segment.

ECOBEST Challenge is renowned for its rigorous, government-certified, real-world testing methodology, ensuring results are transparent, impartial, and reflective of everyday European driving. The Leapmotor T03’s official results were certified by Bureau Veritas, reinforcing the car’s credentials for eco-conscious Irish buyers.

Gowan Auto has been appointed as the National Distributor for Leapmotor in Ireland. James Brooks, Managing Director of Leapmotor Ireland, said “We are delighted to bring Leapmotor, one of China’s fastest growing and most innovative EV brands, to Irish customers. The T03’s ECOBEST Challenge performance exemplifies our commitment to offering high levels of specification and advanced technology as standard. Irish motorists looking to make the switch to electric will find Leapmotor delivers on affordability, specification, and peace of mind.”

Leapmotor Ireland is proud to announce that the T03 will be available nationwide through Gowan Auto’s retail network, offering Irish drivers exceptional sales and aftersales service. Launching this October, the T03 aims to redefine value for Irish EV buyers by combining best-in-class efficiency, competitive pricing, and advanced specifications and technology, positioning it as the ideal choice for city and suburban drivers across Ireland.

The Leapmotor T03 is a compact city car, providing exceptional value. It features a 37.3 kWh battery with a WLTP range of up to 265 km.

For more information about Leapmotor Ireland, visit Leapmotor.net/ie