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GWM ORA 03 vs Mercedes Vito Bus comparison

Compare performance (171 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 36,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 03 or Mercedes Vito Bus?

GWM ORA 03 vs Mercedes Vito Bus: Key differences

GWM ORA 03

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • markedly lighter
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Mercedes Vito Bus

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 only slightly cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the Mercedes Vito Bus costs 36,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,910 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the GWM ORA 03 is clearly more efficient: consuming 16.5 kWh/100km compared to 26.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Vito Bus. That’s a difference of about 10.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the GWM ORA 03 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 420 km, about 50 km more than the Mercedes Vito Bus.

Vito Bus

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers clearly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 171 HP. That’s roughly 66 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Bus delivers significantly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes Vito Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, GWM ORA 03 is markedly lighter – 1,615 kg compared to 2,023 kg. The difference is around 408 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers considerably more boot space – 1,390 L compared to 228 L. That’s a difference of about 1,162 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Bus carries substantially more – 1,077 kg compared to 355 kg. That’s a difference of about 722 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Bus 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.

from £36,300
Vito Bus

Mercedes Vito Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.7 - 10 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 248 - 370 km
GWM ORA 03
Mercedes Vito Bus

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Mercedes Vito Bus

The Mercedes Vito is a sturdy, no-nonsense people carrier that blends commercial practicality with a surprisingly civilised cabin, making long shuttles feel less like a chore. If you need a dependable transporter that swallows luggage, forgives hard use and still looks a touch more premium than a plain van, the Vito is an easy, sensible pick.

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GWM ORA 03
Mercedes Vito Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,400 - 42,400 £
Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
310 - 420 km
Electric Range
248 - 370 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 228 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
8
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,615 - 1,655 kg
Curb weight
2,023 - 2,739 kg
Trunk capacity
228 L
Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
Length
-
Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,848 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
1,890 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
Payload
315 - 355 kg
Payload
726 - 1,077 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
171 HP
Power HP
136 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
250 Nm
Torque
330 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
126 kW
Power kW
100 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
GWM
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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