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GWM ORA 03 vs Mazda 3 Hatchback comparison

Compare performance (171 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 24,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 03 or Mazda 3 Hatchback?

GWM ORA 03 vs Mazda 3 Hatchback: Key differences

GWM ORA 03

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Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • noticeably cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
  • markedly more trunk space

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

ORA 03

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mazda 3 Hatchback is noticeably cheaper – starting at 24,500 £ , while the GWM ORA 03 costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,872 £.

3 Hatchback

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 Mazda 3 Hatchback offers only slightly more power – delivering 186 HP compared to 171 HP. That’s roughly 15 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Hatchback is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the GWM ORA 03 takes 8.2 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM ORA 03 delivers barely more torque with 250 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Mazda 3 Hatchback is moderately lighter – 1,419 kg compared to 1,615 kg. The difference is around 196 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 3 Hatchback offers markedly more boot space – 351 L compared to 228 L. That’s a difference of about 123 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Hatchback carries visibly more – 485 kg compared to 355 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 3 Hatchback is slightly ahead 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 £24,500
3 Hatchback

Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 186 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
GWM ORA 03
Mazda 3 Hatchback

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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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Mazda 3 Hatchback

The Mazda 3 hatchback blends elegant design with a surprisingly sporty drive, giving a cabin that feels more upscale than you’d expect for the segment. Practical enough for everyday life yet eager to entertain behind the wheel, it’s a smart, good-humored choice that makes even grocery runs feel like a mini escape.

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GWM ORA 03
Mazda 3 Hatchback

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,400 - 42,400 £
Price
24,500 - 35,500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 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 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,615 - 1,655 kg
Curb weight
1,419 - 1,549 kg
Trunk capacity
228 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,825 - 1,848 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
315 - 355 kg
Payload
470 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
171 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
126 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General

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