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GWM ORA 03 vs Land Rover Discovery Sport comparison

Compare performance (171 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 03 or Land Rover Discovery Sport?

GWM ORA 03 vs Land Rover Discovery Sport: Key differences

GWM ORA 03

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
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Land Rover Discovery Sport

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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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 visibly cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,037 £.

As for electric range, the GWM ORA 03 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 420 km, about 362 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Discovery Sport

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 Land Rover Discovery Sport offers visibly more power – delivering 269 HP compared to 171 HP. That’s roughly 98 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery Sport is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the GWM ORA 03 takes 8.2 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery Sport delivers clearly more torque with 540 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 290 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 noticeably lighter – 1,615 kg compared to 1,949 kg. The difference is around 334 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers clearly more boot space – 780 L compared to 228 L. That’s a difference of about 552 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport carries substantially more – 641 kg compared to 355 kg. That’s a difference of about 286 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport has only a minor advantage 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 £46,500
Discovery Sport

Land Rover Discovery Sport

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 58 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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Land Rover Discovery Sport

Discovery Sport wears Land Rover’s rugged badge with compact poise, blending a comfortable, well-crafted cabin and genuine off-road confidence for buyers who want versatility without showroom bluster. It settles smoothly on the road with composed manners and a cheeky British charm, making it an appealing pick for families who crave practicality with a hint of adventure.

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GWM ORA 03
Land Rover Discovery Sport

Costs and Consumption
Price
33,400 - 42,400 £
Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
310 - 420 km
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
95 - 187 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
1,949 - 2,168 kg
Trunk capacity
228 L
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,825 - 1,848 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
315 - 355 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
171 HP
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
126 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
GWM
Brand
Land Rover
What drivetrain options does the GWM ORA 03 have?

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

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