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Fiat 500 vs GWM ORA 03 comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 171 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 33,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or GWM ORA 03?

Fiat 500 vs GWM ORA 03: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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GWM ORA 03

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • visibly more electric range
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Fiat 500 is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the GWM ORA 03 costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,286 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 is visibly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 16.5 kWh/100km for the GWM ORA 03. That’s a difference of about 3.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the GWM ORA 03 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 420 km, about 89 km more than the Fiat 500.

ORA 03

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the GWM ORA 03 offers clearly more power – delivering 171 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 53 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM ORA 03 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8.2 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM ORA 03 delivers a bit more torque with 250 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: GWM ORA 03 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is significantly lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,615 kg. The difference is around 485 kg.

Looking at boot space, the GWM ORA 03 offers a bit more boot space – 228 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

When it comes to payload, the GWM ORA 03 carries barely more – 355 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat 500 is narrowly ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Fiat 500

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 65 - 118 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 190 - 331 km
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Fiat 500

The Fiat 500 is a cheeky, retro‑styled city car that turns heads with its iconic looks and playful personality. Perfect for weaving through tight streets and easing into tiny parking spots, it’s aimed at buyers who want style and character more than grand touring prowess.

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Reviews Fiat 500

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Reijo Muhonen
28 Feb 2026, 16:46:06

I've owned both cars, and I still end up with the Fiat 500 — it always puts me in a good mood. For longer trips I take the train.

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GWM ORA 03

The ORA 03 is a cheeky, design-led electric compact that pairs bold looks with a surprisingly practical interior, giving buyers a fresh alternative to the usual sober choices. It’s easy to live with day-to-day thanks to clever packaging, modern tech and city-friendly manners, so shoppers after an affordable EV with personality should put the ORA 03 on their shortlist.

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GWM ORA 03

Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
33,400 - 42,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
310 - 420 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
1,615 - 1,655 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
228 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
315 - 355 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
171 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
126 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Fiat
Brand
GWM
Is the Fiat 500 offered with different drivetrains?

The Fiat 500 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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