Compare performance (171 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 03 or Lotus Eletre?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
GWM ORA 03 is significantly cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 52,285 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the GWM ORA 03 is visibly more efficient: consuming 16.5 kWh/100km compared to 22.5 kWh/100km for the Lotus Eletre. That’s a difference of about 6 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Lotus Eletre offers clearly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 150 km more than the GWM ORA 03.
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 Lotus Eletre offers clearly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 171 HP. That’s roughly 747 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the GWM ORA 03 takes 8.2 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers clearly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 735 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, GWM ORA 03 is clearly lighter – 1,615 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 950 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers clearly more boot space – 688 L compared to 228 L. That’s a difference of about 460 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lotus Eletre carries visibly more – 485 kg compared to 355 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.
The Lotus Eletre stands well ahead of its rival 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.
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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The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.
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Price
33,400 - 42,400 £
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Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
310 - 420 km
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Electric Range
450 - 570 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
109 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,615 - 1,655 kg
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Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
228 L
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Trunk capacity
688 L
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Length
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Length
5,103 mm
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Width
1,825 - 1,848 mm
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Width
2,060 mm
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Height
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Height
1,630 mm
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
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Payload
315 - 355 kg
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Payload
405 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
171 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 8.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
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Torque
250 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
126 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
GWM
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Brand
Lotus
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