Compare performance (171 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 6,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 03 or Vauxhall Rocks Electric?
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.
Vauxhall Rocks Electric is considerably cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the GWM ORA 03 costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,572 £.
As for electric range, the GWM ORA 03 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 420 km, about 345 km more than the Vauxhall Rocks Electric.
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 GWM ORA 03 offers clearly more power – delivering 171 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM ORA 03 delivers considerably more torque with 250 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 210 Nm more.
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, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is substantially lighter – 558 kg compared to 1,615 kg. The difference is around 1,057 kg.
Looking at boot space, the GWM ORA 03 offers substantially more boot space – 228 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 165 L.
When it comes to payload, the GWM ORA 03 carries considerably more – 355 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 213 kg.
The Vauxhall Rocks Electric has the upper hand 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 Opel Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
33,400 - 42,400 £
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Price
6,800 - 7,500 £
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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
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Electric Range
310 - 420 km
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Electric Range
75 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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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
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,615 - 1,655 kg
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Curb weight
558 kg
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Trunk capacity
228 L
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Trunk capacity
63 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,825 - 1,848 mm
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Width
1,388 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
315 - 355 kg
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Payload
142 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
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
171 HP
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Power HP
8 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 8.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 Nm
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Torque
40 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
6 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
Vauxhall
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