Global EV Comparison: GWM ORA 03 48 kWh vs Mini Cooper SE
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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 Mini Cooper SE (2023-…), which starts at €36900.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €26990 | €36900 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €19900 | €33990 |
| GCC Score | 5.2 | 5.1 |
Range and Efficiency
The Mini Cooper SE (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the GWM ORA 03 48 kWh (2022-…).
| Property | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 183 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 310 km | 402 km |
| Range (GCC) | 264 km | 288 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 47.8 kWh | 54.2 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 45.4 kWh | 49.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.2 kWh/100 km | 17.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.81 km/kWh | 5.85 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.5 | 5.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mini Cooper SE (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 95 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 | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 64 kW | 95 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.3 | 4.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Mini Cooper SE (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 126 kW | 160 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 169 hp | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 330 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.3 s | 6.7 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 3.9 |
Dimensions
The GWM ORA 03 48 kWh (2022-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
The GWM ORA 03 48 kWh (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4235 mm | 3858 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 1967 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1825 mm | 1756 mm |
| Height | 1603 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2650 mm | 2526 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The GWM ORA 03 48 kWh (2022-…) 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 | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1615 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 228 l | 200 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 858 l | 800 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.5 | 3.6 |
