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Ford Transit Connect vs GWM ORA 07 comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Connect or GWM ORA 07?

Ford Transit Connect vs GWM ORA 07: Key differences

Ford Transit Connect

  • moderately cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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GWM ORA 07

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Transit Connect

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Ford Transit Connect is moderately cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the GWM ORA 07 costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,187 £.

ORA 07

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the GWM ORA 07 offers significantly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 286 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM ORA 07 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Ford Transit Connect takes 11.4 s. That’s about 6.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM ORA 07 delivers clearly more torque with 680 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 360 Nm more.

Transit Connect

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 07 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Transit Connect is markedly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 490 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Connect carries considerably more – 780 kg compared to 350 kg. That’s a difference of about 430 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM ORA 07 is far ahead overall 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.

from £36,000
ORA 07

GWM ORA 07

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 408 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.5 - 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 440 - 520 km
Ford Transit Connect
GWM ORA 07

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Ford Transit Connect

The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.

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GWM ORA 07

The GWM ORA 07 arrives as a cheeky, fashion-forward electric crossover that blends retro-modern styling with practical everyday sense, so it’s as happy in city traffic as it is turning heads on the boulevard. Inside you get a comfy, tech-rich cabin and sensible packaging without a premium sticker, making it a smart pick for buyers who want personality and value in one neat package.

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Ford Transit Connect
GWM ORA 07

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 35,300 £
Price
36,000 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
440 - 520 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
-
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,620 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,210 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
333 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
775 - 780 kg
Payload
350 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 HP
Power HP
204 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
320 Nm
Torque
340 - 680 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
150 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
GWM
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