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GWM ORA 03 vs Ford Transit Bus comparison

Compare performance (171 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 03 or Ford Transit Bus?

GWM ORA 03 vs Ford Transit Bus: Key differences

GWM ORA 03

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  • considerably cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • considerably lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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Ford Transit Bus

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ORA 03

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

GWM ORA 03 is considerably cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,080 £.

Transit Bus

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the GWM ORA 03 offers slightly more power – delivering 171 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Bus delivers clearly more torque with 390 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Ford Transit Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, GWM ORA 03 is considerably lighter – 1,615 kg compared to 2,338 kg. The difference is around 723 kg.

Looking at boot space, the GWM ORA 03 offers considerably more boot space – 228 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 228 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Bus carries significantly more – 1,162 kg compared to 355 kg. That’s a difference of about 807 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM ORA 03 is decisively 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.

from £33,400
ORA 03

GWM ORA 03

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 171 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.5 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 310 - 420 km
GWM ORA 03
Ford Transit Bus

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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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Ford Transit Bus

The Ford Transit is the reliable people-mover operators turn to when they need space, stamina and sensible running costs without fuss. It doesn't try to be glamorous, but its practical interior, flexible layouts and honest character make it a smart, stress-free choice for shuttle services and group transport.

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GWM ORA 03
Ford Transit Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,400 - 42,400 £
Price
50,500 - 52,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
310 - 420 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
245 - 248 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
9
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,615 - 1,655 kg
Curb weight
2,338 - 2,385 kg
Trunk capacity
228 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
5,531 - 5,981 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,848 mm
Width
2,059 mm
Height
-
Height
2,530 - 2,533 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
315 - 355 kg
Payload
1,115 - 1,162 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
171 HP
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 Nm
Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
126 kW
Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
GWM
Brand
Ford
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