Stellantis-backed Chinese EV manufacturer Leapmotor has announced a collaboration with renowned German vehicle customisation expert Irmscher. Their first joint project will be a limited-edition, high-performance version of Leapmotor‘s SUV, the C10, which will be known as the Leapmotor i C10. This exclusive model will be limited to just 250 units.

Teaser images released by the partners offer a glimpse into the collaboration’s initial offering. The Leapmotor i C10 will feature large five-spoke sport wheels and red accent strips on the lower bumper. At the rear, a new illuminated logo has been added below the full-width taillight. Based on the contours visible under the camouflage, a fixed rear spoiler is also anticipated.

Set to launch in the fourth quarter of 2025, the Leapmotor i C10 will introduce 800-volt technology to Europe for the brand and will be offered in Germany with a powerful 585-horsepower electric all-wheel-drive system. The dual-motor all-wheel-drive system enables a blistering 0-100 km/h acceleration in under 4.0 seconds.

The Leapmotor i C10 will be equipped with an 81.9 kWh LFP battery. This battery allows for ultra-fast charging, going from 30% to 80% in just 22 minutes.

Further images, technical details, and pricing for the vehicle are expected to be released in early Q4 2025. The international version of the new all-wheel-drive C10 will make its European debut at the Zurich Motor Show in October.

Irmscher, founded in 1968 and based in Remshalden, Baden-Württemberg, is a design house specialising in bespoke special models, including legendary performance vehicles. The company has individualised over 550,000 vehicles to date and has a long-standing partnership with Stellantis.

The Leapmotor C10 initially entered the Chinese market in March 2024. This model entered overseas markets, including Europe. On May 15, the 2026 model year C10 was launched in China.

The updated Leapmotor C10 starts with a price of 122,800 yuan (17,000 USD). Its BEV variant adopts a high-voltage 800V platform and a range of 605 km under CLTC conditions. The C10’s electric motor has a peak output of 220 kW (295 hp). This model started deliveries on May 20 this year.