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GWM ORA 03 vs Mercedes EQS SUV comparison

Compare performance (171 HP vs 658 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 95,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 03 or Mercedes EQS SUV?

GWM ORA 03 vs Mercedes EQS SUV: Key differences

GWM ORA 03

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  • considerably cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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Mercedes EQS SUV

  • significantly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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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 considerably cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 61,552 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the GWM ORA 03 is moderately more efficient: consuming 16.5 kWh/100km compared to 19.6 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS SUV. That’s a difference of about 3.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers clearly more range – reaching up to 695 km, about 275 km more than the GWM ORA 03.

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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 Mercedes EQS SUV offers significantly more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 171 HP. That’s roughly 487 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS SUV is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the GWM ORA 03 takes 8.2 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers considerably more torque with 950 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 700 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, GWM ORA 03 is considerably lighter – 1,615 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 1,080 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers significantly more boot space – 645 L compared to 228 L. That’s a difference of about 417 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries clearly more – 570 kg compared to 355 kg. That’s a difference of about 215 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS SUV 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.

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EQS SUV

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 360 - 658 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 615 - 695 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,400 - 42,400 £
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
310 - 420 km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,615 - 1,655 kg
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Trunk capacity
228 L
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Length
-
Length
5,125 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,848 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Height
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Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Payload
315 - 355 kg
Payload
425 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
171 HP
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
250 Nm
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
126 kW
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
GWM
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the GWM ORA 03 have?

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

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