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GWM ORA 03 vs Lexus LS comparison

Compare performance (171 HP vs 359 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 112,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 03 or Lexus LS?

GWM ORA 03 vs Lexus LS: Key differences

GWM ORA 03

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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Lexus LS

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

GWM ORA 03 is clearly cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 78,857 £.

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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 Lexus LS offers clearly more power – delivering 359 HP compared to 171 HP. That’s roughly 188 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LS is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the GWM ORA 03 takes 8.2 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

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 4.

In terms of curb weight, GWM ORA 03 is substantially lighter – 1,615 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 730 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus LS offers substantially more boot space – 430 L compared to 228 L. That’s a difference of about 202 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LS carries clearly 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 is clearly superior overall 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
Lexus LS

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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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Lexus LS

The Lexus LS is a quietly opulent flagship that wraps cutting-edge tech in a calm, Zen-like cabin, turning gridlock into a spa appointment. Buyers after polished refinement and faultless build quality will love its hushed ride and diplomatic road manners, even if it never cries out for attention.

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GWM ORA 03
Lexus LS

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,400 - 42,400 £
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.6 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
216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
82 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,615 - 1,655 kg
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Trunk capacity
228 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
-
Length
5,235 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,848 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
315 - 355 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full 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
359 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
250 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
126 kW
Power kW
264 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
GWM
Brand
Lexus
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