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GWM ORA 03 vs Kia Picanto comparison

Compare performance (171 HP vs 68 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 15,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 03 or Kia Picanto?

GWM ORA 03 vs Kia Picanto: Key differences

GWM ORA 03

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h

Kia Picanto

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter

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.

Kia Picanto is significantly cheaper – starting at 15,300 £ , while the GWM ORA 03 costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,120 £.

Picanto

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 68 HP. That’s roughly 103 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM ORA 03 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.2 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 6.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM ORA 03 delivers clearly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 154 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Picanto is clearly lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,615 kg. The difference is around 491 kg.

When it comes to payload, the GWM ORA 03 carries very slightly more – 355 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM ORA 03 holds a decisive overall lead 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
Kia Picanto

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Kia Picanto

Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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GWM ORA 03
Kia Picanto

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,400 - 42,400 £
Price
15,300 - 19,300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 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
126 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,615 - 1,655 kg
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Trunk capacity
228 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,825 - 1,848 mm
Width
1,595 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
315 - 355 kg
Payload
253 - 332 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
171 HP
Power HP
68 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 Nm
Torque
96 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
126 kW
Power kW
50 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
GWM
Brand
Kia
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