Global EV Comparison: Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh vs GWM ORA 03 48 kWh
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General Info
The GWM ORA 03 48 kWh (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €26990. The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh (2023-2025) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €28880 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-2025 | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Spain | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €26990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €28880 | €19900 |
| GCC Score | 5.1 | 5.2 |
Range and Efficiency
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh (2023-2025) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the GWM ORA 03 48 kWh (2022-…).
| Property | Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 406 km | 310 km |
| Range (GCC) | 353 km | 264 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 51 kWh | 47.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 48.1 kWh | 45.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 13.6 kWh/100 km | 17.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.34 km/kWh | 5.81 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.5 | 5.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh (2023-2025) 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.
The GWM ORA 03 48 kWh (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh (2023-2025) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 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 | 4.3 | 5.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Although the GWM ORA 03 48 kWh (2022-…) has more power, the Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh (2023-2025) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 115 kW | 126 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 154 hp | 169 hp |
| Motor Torque | 260 Nm | 250 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.1 s | 8.3 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 3.1 |
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 | Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4061 mm | 4235 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1960 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1765 mm | 1825 mm |
| Height | 1435 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2538 mm | 2650 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh (2023-2025) 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 | Opel Corsa Electric 51 kWh | GWM ORA 03 48 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1544 kg | 1615 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 267 l | 228 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1042 l | 858 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.6 | 4.5 |
