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GWM ORA 03 vs BMW Z4 comparison

Compare performance (171 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 43,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 03 or BMW Z4?

GWM ORA 03 vs BMW Z4: Key differences

GWM ORA 03

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
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BMW Z4

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • slightly 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

ORA 03

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.

GWM ORA 03 is markedly cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the BMW Z4 costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,037 £.

Z4

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 BMW Z4 offers significantly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 171 HP. That’s roughly 169 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW Z4 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the GWM ORA 03 takes 8.2 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW Z4 delivers significantly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: GWM ORA 03 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is only slightly lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 1,615 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW Z4 offers slightly more boot space – 281 L compared to 228 L. That’s a difference of about 53 L.

When it comes to payload, the GWM ORA 03 carries visibly more – 355 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW Z4 comes out modestly 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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Z4

BMW Z4

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 197 - 340 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
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BMW Z4

The BMW Z4 is a taut, road-hugging roadster that pairs elegant, low-slung styling with a roof you can drop on a sunny whim, delivering that pure, wind-in-your-hair driving thrill few cars manage to match. It’s an ideal weekend companion for drivers who prefer engagement over practicality — bring good shoes rather than a lot of luggage, and you’ll get a grin every time you turn the wheel.

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Reviews BMW Z4

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26 Apr 2026, 13:19:10

Responsive car, very high-performing, very agile in corners.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,400 - 42,400 £
Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
310 - 420 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
157 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,615 - 1,655 kg
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Trunk capacity
228 L
Trunk capacity
281 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,825 - 1,848 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
315 - 355 kg
Payload
215 - 235 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
171 HP
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 Nm
Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
126 kW
Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
Brand
GWM
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the GWM ORA 03 have?

The GWM ORA 03 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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