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GWM ORA 03 vs Honda ZR-V comparison

Compare performance (171 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 03 or Honda ZR-V?

GWM ORA 03 vs Honda ZR-V: Key differences

GWM ORA 03

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • barely lighter
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Honda ZR-V

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

GWM ORA 03 is barely cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the Honda ZR-V costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,637 £.

ZR-V

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 Honda ZR-V offers barely more power – delivering 184 HP compared to 171 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda ZR-V is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the GWM ORA 03 takes 8.2 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Honda ZR-V delivers visibly more torque with 315 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, GWM ORA 03 is barely lighter – 1,615 kg compared to 1,660 kg. The difference is around 45 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Honda ZR-V carries visibly more – 455 kg compared to 355 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM ORA 03 leads convincingly 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
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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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Honda ZR-V

The Honda ZR-V blends smart practicality with sharper styling than you might expect, giving buyers a calm, competent companion for daily life. Inside it's comfortable and cleverly laid out, easy to live with and never trying too hard to be exciting.

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Reviews Honda ZR-V

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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Frans
18 May 2026, 09:50:16

Lovely driving feel, quiet, fast, solid and reliable.

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Denes Molnar
17 May 2026, 19:58:46

Enjoy to drive, long driving range, good fluel consumption.

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Pan
5 Oct 2025, 11:26:07

HONDA ZRV — snappy, fast, perfect in every way, whisper-quiet, maximum comfort, extraordinary quality and price. For me: 5 stars.

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GWM ORA 03
Honda ZR-V

Costs and Consumption
Price
33,400 - 42,400 £
Price
35,100 - 38,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 5.8 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
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co2
0 g/km
co2
130 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,615 - 1,655 kg
Curb weight
1,660 - 1,710 kg
Trunk capacity
228 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,825 - 1,848 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
315 - 355 kg
Payload
440 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
171 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
126 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
GWM
Brand
Honda
What drivetrain options does the GWM ORA 03 have?

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

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