Lookers opens Leapmotor EV sites in Chester and Liverpool 2026

Key Points

• Lookers Motor Group has launched two new dealerships for Leapmotor cars in Chester and Liverpool, taking its total number of brands offered to 39.
• The new dealerships will be based on Derby Road in Bootle (Liverpool) and Sealand Road in Chester, providing North West consumers access to Leapmotor’s range of electric vehicles.
• In its beginning, the dealerships will carry such models from Leapmotor as T03 city car, C10 SUV and B10 mid-size SUV; other models will be added later during 2026, including B05 hatchback and B03X compact SUV.
• According to Dave Graham, operations director of Lookers, it is the response to the growing demand for affordable and practical EVs from consumers and another step towards sustainable driving.
• Leapermotr, which is supported by Stellantis, has secured about 3% share of the UK electric car market till the end of June 2026, having registered more than 11,000 vehicles in the UK market since its launch in March 2025.
• Lookers runs 150 franchised dealerships in the UK and Ireland through Lookers and Charles Hurst operations.

Liverpool (Liverpool standard) August 07, 2026 – Lookers Motor Group has opened two new Leapmotor dealerships in Chester and Liverpool, taking the number of brands it represents to 39. The move expands the retailer’s partnership with the Chinese electric vehicle brand and gives customers in the North West access to Leapmotor’s growing line-up of electric cars from sites on Derby Road in uk/local/bootle/">Bootle and Sealand Road in Chester.

Initially, both dealerships will offer the Leapmotor T03 city car, the C10 SUV and the B10 mid-sized SUV, with further models expected to join the range later this year, including the recently launched B05 hatchback and forthcoming B03X compact SUV.

What models are available at the new Lookers Leapmotor sites?

As reported by Car Dealer Magazine, the new Lookers Leapmotor outlets in Bootle and Chester will initially stock three core models: the T03 compact fully electric city car, the C10 D-segment SUV and the B10 C-segment mid-sized SUV. According to coverage by AM Online, the expansion takes Lookers’ brand portfolio to 39 as it continues to broaden its electric vehicle offering.

Further models are expected to be added to the range later in 2026. These include the B05 hatchback, which has recently launched, and the B03X compact SUV, which is forthcoming.

Why is Lookers investing in Leapmotor dealerships now?

Dave Graham, operations director at Lookers, said:

“Adding Leapmotor to Lookers’ dynamic portfolio of exciting brands is another important step in our commitment to offering customers greater choice and easy access to groundbreaking technology and innovation.”

He added:

“As the automotive market continues to evolve, we’re seeing rapidly growing interest in EVs from customers looking for practical, affordable and sustainable ways to drive. Leapmotor’s impressive range combines innovative technology, high levels of specification and remarkable value, making it an exciting addition to our offering.”

Graham also stated:

“The launch of our new Liverpool and Chester dealerships represents a significant investment in the region and demonstrates our confidence in the future of sustainable driving.”

He continued:

“We look forward to introducing customers to the Leapmotor range and supporting them as they make the transition to electric driving.”

How fast has Leapmotor grown in the UK since launch?

The expansion comes as Leapmotor continues to build momentum in the UK market following its launch in March 2025. According to Lookers, the manufacturer had secured a 3% share of the UK’s electric car market by the end of June 2026, just three months into its second year of trading, with more than 11,000 registrations recorded since launch.

Founded in 2015, Leapmotor is backed by Stellantis and has been rapidly expanding internationally. The company recently announced it had surpassed 1.5 million vehicle deliveries worldwide.

Where are the new Lookers Leapmotor dealerships located?

As reported by Car Dealer Magazine, the retailer now represents Leapmotor from its dealerships on Derby Road in Bootle and Sealand Road in Chester. Motor Trader noted that Lookers Motor Group is now representing Leapmotor in Liverpool and Chester, with the Leapmotor range initially including the T03, the C10 SUV and the B10 SUV.

Through its Lookers and Charles Hurst businesses, the group represents 39 vehicle and motorcycle brands across 150 franchised dealerships in the UK and Ireland.

Background to the Lookers–Leapmotor dealership development

Leapmotor entered the UK market in March 2025 as part of an international expansion backed by Stellantis, the multinational automotive group. The brand’s UK rollout has been supported by partnerships with established retailers to provide sales, servicing and aftersales support. Lookers has previously indicated that its Leapmotor outlets will provide full aftersales support, including servicing, repairs, diagnostics and EV-specific care, with work carried out by trained technicians using approved parts and equipment.

Lookers’ decision to add Leapmotor aligns with its broader strategy of diversifying its portfolio to include emerging Chinese brands and expanding its electric vehicle offering. The group’s existing infrastructure across the UK and Ireland provides a platform for scaling new brand partnerships, with 150 franchised dealerships already in operation under the Lookers and Charles Hurst banners.

Leapmotor’s rapid growth in the UK – reaching around 3% of the electric car market within roughly 15 months of launch and recording more than 11,000 registrations – has encouraged retailers to deepen their coverage in key regions, including the North West. The addition of dedicated sites in Chester and Liverpool extends geographical reach and aims to meet rising local demand for affordable, specification-rich EVs.

Predicted impact on North West EV buyers and the local market

The opening of two new Leapmotor dealerships in Chester and Liverpool is likely to increase choice for North West customers seeking electric vehicles, particularly in the compact city car and mid-sized SUV segments. With the T03, B10 and C10 available at both sites, buyers in the region will have easier access to test drives, finance options and aftersales support without needing to travel to other parts of the country.

For local consumers, the development may accelerate EV adoption by offering competitively priced models with high specification levels, as highlighted by Lookers’ operations director. The presence of an established retailer such as Lookers may also reduce perceived risk around buying from a newer brand, given the group’s existing service network and reputation.

In the wider market, the expansion could intensify competition among EV retailers in the North West, potentially prompting other groups to review their own electric brand portfolios and site coverage. If Leapmotor’s UK sales trajectory continues, further dealership openings in adjacent regions would be consistent with the brand’s stated growth pattern and its global delivery milestone of 1.5 million vehicles.