In 2026, used electric vehicles from the Chinese manufacturer Leapmotor are starting to appear in the French market, offering prices that challenge European competitors. Used Leapmotor T03 models are listed for less than 10,000 euros, while the larger Leapmotor C10 models are around 25,000 euros with less than 20,000 km of mileage. These vehicles are beginning to appear on classified advertising sites, offering an alternative to European electric city cars and SUVs. This has caught the attention of many drivers looking for an electric vehicle without breaking the bank. Leapmotor, a relatively unknown manufacturer in Europe, is linked to Stellantis, a major automaker that has sold around 600,000 vehicles in 2025. The brand became known in France with the T03, a small electric city car. Despite its aggressive pricing, some buyers are wary of potential defects and the reliability of its maintenance network, which is supported by Stellantis. This mix of factors raises questions about the long-term value of a used Leapmotor. Leapmotor initially gained recognition with the T03, a fully electric mini city car, before expanding its range to include three SUVs and a sedan. However, these models have not been commercially successful in France, which has limited the number of used vehicles available. The brand has shifted towards hybrid technology, using a system called New e-Hybrid, where the internal combustion engine functions only as a generator. However, the used market currently consists mainly of pure electric versions. The partnership with Stellantis provides Leapmotor with a significant advantage in the used market. Unlike other Chinese brands, Leapmotor benefits from Stellantis' dealership network for after-sales service. Carstrader refers to Leapmotor as "Stellantis' ally" in the used Chinese electric vehicle market. A specialized barometer lists about 71 used Leapmotor advertisements in France, for four models, with an average depreciation of about 3% compared to the new model, indicating a very young market, largely composed of nearly new vehicles. The T03 is the most commonly found used Leapmotor model. This electric mini car is known for its compactness and agility, making it ideal for city driving. However, laboratory tests show a real autonomy of 229 km, and the handling is considered unpredictable. The T03 lacks versatility and is limited to urban and peri-urban trips. Charging issues, such as faulty AC chargers, can prevent full charging at home or on slow charging stations, which can be inconvenient for daily use. On the cost side, the T03 is the most affordable. Capcar lists used T03 models between 8,000 and 13,000 euros, depending on mileage and finish, compared to around 18,000 euros when new. This means depreciation can approach 45% on some models, a level rarely seen in equivalent European electric vehicles. Carstrader even cites the T03 as one of the most affordable Chinese electric vehicles on the used market, where a similar European model like the Dacia Spring often costs more than 14,000 to 15,000 euros. However, the T03 has been classified among models to avoid due to drivability issues, limited autonomy, and charging concerns. In contrast, the Leapmotor C10 serves a different purpose. This family-oriented electric SUV is equipped with a 67 kWh battery, 218 horsepower, a top speed of 172 km/h, and an autonomy of 330 km. While its fast charging capacity is modest, with a maximum power of 84 kW, it compensates with practical advantages for families, including spacious interiors, a comfortable ride, and a generous boot space of 450 dm³, with an additional 32 dm³ for extra storage. Used C10 models are priced aggressively, with Capcar listing them between 20,000 and 26,000 euros for recent models. A 2025 model with 16,000 km was listed at 28,500 euros. According to data, an equivalent European electric SUV is often negotiated between 7,000 and 10,000 euros more at similar mileage. This price difference highlights the pressure exerted by Chinese brands on the market, especially after the abolition of the eco bonus for vehicles produced outside Europe and the introduction of surtaxes, which have led to significant discounts on new models and pulled down used prices. Technically, Leapmotor vehicles share a known weakness: electronics. Issues with the multimedia system and driving aids have been reported. A reset at the dealership, costing around 150 euros, often fixes these problems. However, this is an unexpected step for a relatively new vehicle. More frustratingly, the T03 models are often plagued by faulty AC chargers, preventing home or slow charging station use. Testimonies also mention pairing issues with phones, unexpected language changes to English, and headlights that turn on by themselves, with sometimes unsatisfactory responses from Leapmotor and some Stellantis dealerships. In this context, the value of a used Leapmotor is as much about price as it is about the ability to accept these technical flaws. Studies on brands like BYD, MG, and Leapmotor show that Chinese electric vehicles can lose 40 to 45% of their value in three years, faster than comparable Renault, Peugeot, or Volkswagen models. The T03 exemplifies this trend, with depreciation reaching up to 45% in some cases. Conversely, the used Leapmotor market shows limited average depreciation of 3%, reflecting a fleet largely composed of C10 and other nearly new models. On this young used Leapmotor market, several trends are emerging: - Sale prices significantly lower, sometimes 20 to 30% below those of comparable European models for certain Chinese electric vehicles; - Rapid depreciation on models such as the T03, which can approach 45% in some cases; - A theoretically dense after-sales service network thanks to Stellantis' support, but with varying quality of support from dealerships; - Known electronic weaknesses (multimedia, driving aids, AC charging management) sometimes resolved by a simple reset, sometimes more problematic; - A limited number of advertisements, with a bit more than 70 used Leapmotor models followed on the territory. Between the heavily discounted but technically imperfect T03 and the family-oriented C10 well priced against European SUVs, the used Leapmotor equation remains closely tied to the model chosen, the price difference observed, and the intended use. The market, still in its infancy, continues to evolve at the pace of the arrival of new examples and the return of experience from the first owners, which should gradually clarify the contours of these "good deals" coming from China.