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GWM ORA 03 vs McLaren Super Series Roadster comparison

Compare performance (171 HP vs 750 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 274,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 03 or McLaren Super Series Roadster?

GWM ORA 03 vs McLaren Super Series Roadster: Key differences

GWM ORA 03

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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more trunk space
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McLaren Super Series Roadster

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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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 substantially cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the McLaren Super Series Roadster costs 274,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 240,865 £.

Super Series Roadster

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 McLaren Super Series Roadster offers considerably more power – delivering 750 HP compared to 171 HP. That’s roughly 579 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Super Series Roadster is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the GWM ORA 03 takes 8.2 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Super Series Roadster delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 550 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.

Seats: GWM ORA 03 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren Super Series Roadster is a bit lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,615 kg. The difference is around 177 kg.

Looking at boot space, the GWM ORA 03 offers significantly more boot space – 228 L compared to 58 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM ORA 03 is decisively 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 £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
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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,400 - 42,400 £
Price
274,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
310 - 420 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
276 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,615 - 1,655 kg
Curb weight
1,438 kg
Trunk capacity
228 L
Trunk capacity
58 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,825 - 1,848 mm
Width
2,161 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
315 - 355 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
171 HP
Power HP
750 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
126 kW
Power kW
552 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
3,994 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
GWM
Brand
McLaren
What drivetrain options does the GWM ORA 03 have?

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

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