Global EV Comparison: GWM ORA 03 48 kWh vs BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The GWM ORA 03 48 kWh (2022-…) has a starting price of €26990, compared to the BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort (2025-…), which starts at €26690.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €26990 | €26690 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €19900 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5.2 | 5.1 |
Range and Efficiency
| Property | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 310 km | 310 km |
| Range (GCC) | 264 km | 264 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 47.8 kWh | 46 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 45.4 kWh | 43.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.2 kWh/100 km | 16.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.81 km/kWh | 6.11 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.5 | 5.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 85 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 | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 64 kW | 85 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.3 | 5.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The GWM ORA 03 48 kWh (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 126 kW | 115 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 169 hp | 154 hp |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.3 s | 9.1 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 2.8 |
Dimensions
The GWM ORA 03 48 kWh (2022-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort (2025-…).
The GWM ORA 03 48 kWh (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4235 mm | 3990 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 1970 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1825 mm | 1720 mm |
| Height | 1603 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort (2025-…) 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 48 kWh | BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1615 kg | 1390 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 228 l | 308 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 858 l | 1037 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.5 | 4.2 |
