GWM ORA 03 GT vs Opel Astra Electric Gen 1
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The GWM ORA 03 GT (2023-…) has a starting price of €37490, compared to the Opel Astra Electric (2023-…), which starts at €41990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | GWM ORA 03 GT | Opel Astra Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €37490 | €41990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €27650 | €28990 |
| GCC Score | 5.5 | 5.5 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the GWM ORA 03 GT (2023-…) has a larger battery, the Opel Astra Electric (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | GWM ORA 03 GT | Opel Astra Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 400 km | 418 km |
| Range (GCC) | 340 km | 357 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 63.1 kWh | 54 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 59.3 kWh | 50.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.4 kWh/100 km | 14.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.73 km/kWh | 7.03 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 7.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Opel Astra Electric (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the GWM ORA 03 GT (2023-…) maxes out at 69 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | GWM ORA 03 GT | Opel Astra Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 69 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.6 | 5.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The GWM ORA 03 GT (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | GWM ORA 03 GT | Opel Astra Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 126 kW | 115 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 169 hp | 154 hp |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 270 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 s | 9.2 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 168 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 3.1 |
Dimensions
The Opel Astra Electric (2023-…) has a longer body, while the GWM ORA 03 GT (2023-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | GWM ORA 03 GT | Opel Astra Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4254 mm | 4374 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2062 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1848 mm | 1860 mm |
| Height | 1603 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2650 mm | 2675 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Opel Astra Electric (2023-…) 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 | GWM ORA 03 GT | Opel Astra Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1615 kg | 1736 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 228 l | 352 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 858 l | 1268 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.6 | 4 |
