Global EV Comparison: Alpine A290 180 hp vs GWM ORA 03 48 kWh
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...) has a starting price of €38700, compared to the GWM ORA 03 48 kWh (2022-…), which starts at €26990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Alpine A290 180 hp | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | France | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €38700 | €26990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €19900 |
| GCC Score | 5.4 | 5.2 |
Range and Efficiency
The Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the GWM ORA 03 48 kWh (2022-…).
| Property | Alpine A290 180 hp | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 380 km | 310 km |
| Range (GCC) | 323 km | 264 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 55 kWh | 47.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 52 kWh | 45.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.1 kWh/100 km | 17.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.21 km/kWh | 5.81 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 5.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the GWM ORA 03 48 kWh (2022-…) maxes out at 64 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Alpine A290 180 hp | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 64 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.5 | 5.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Alpine A290 180 hp | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | EESM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 130 kW | 126 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 174 hp | 169 hp |
| Motor Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.4 s | 8.3 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 3.1 |
Dimensions
The GWM ORA 03 48 kWh (2022-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...).
The GWM ORA 03 48 kWh (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Alpine A290 180 hp | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3997 mm | 4235 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2020 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1823 mm | 1825 mm |
| Height | 1512 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2534 mm | 2650 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Alpine A290 180 hp (2024-...) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Alpine A290 180 hp | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1479 kg | 1615 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 326 l | 228 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1106 l | 858 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.8 | 4.5 |
