# Stellantis is in advanced discussions with China’s Leapmotor to jointly develop an Opel-branded electric SUV.

*business · news · 2026-04-08 · Times of India*

## Key points

- Stellantis and Leapmotor are in advanced talks to co-develop an Opel electric SUV for Europe.
- The Opel SUV will use Leapmotor’s B10 architecture and be produced at Stellantis’ Zaragoza plant.
- Leapmotor will supply key technologies and components, while Opel will handle exterior design.
- Production of the Opel SUV is targeted for 2028 with an annual goal of 50,000 units.
- Stellantis is also considering using Leapmotor’s EV technology for the next Opel Mokka B SUV.

**Companies:** Stellantis, Leapmotor
**Countries:** China, Spain

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