Global EV Comparison: Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor vs GWM ORA 07 Base
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General Info
The GWM ORA 07 (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €41990. The Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2022-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €28770 on the used car market.
The Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2022-2023) is a Liftback, whereas the GWM ORA 07 (2024-…) is a Sedan.
| Property | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor | GWM ORA 07 Base |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2023 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €41990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €28770 | €37990 |
| GCC Score | 5.9 | 5.7 |
Range and Efficiency
The Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2022-2023) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the GWM ORA 07 (2024-…).
| Property | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor | GWM ORA 07 Base |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 478 km | 440 km |
| Range (GCC) | 403 km | 374 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 69 kWh | 67 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 67 kWh | 64.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km | 17.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.01 km/kWh | 5.82 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.2 | 6.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2022-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 136 kW, while the GWM ORA 07 (2024-…) maxes out at 88 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor | GWM ORA 07 Base |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 136 kW | 88 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6 | 5.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2022-2023) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor | GWM ORA 07 Base |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 170 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 228 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.4 s | 8.2 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.6 | 3.6 |
Dimensions
The GWM ORA 07 (2024-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2022-2023).
The GWM ORA 07 (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor | GWM ORA 07 Base |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4606 mm | 4871 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1985 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1859 mm | 1862 mm |
| Height | 1482 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2735 mm | 2870 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2022-2023) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2022-2023), but the GWM ORA 07 (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2022-2023) has a towing capacity of up to 1500 kg, whereas the GWM ORA 07 (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor | GWM ORA 07 Base |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1944 kg | 2065 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 405 l | 333 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1095 l | 1045 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 35 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5 |
