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GWM ORA 03 vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (171 HP vs 368 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 03 or smart #1?

GWM ORA 03 vs smart #1: Key differences

GWM ORA 03

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  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • a bit lighter
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smart #1

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ORA 03

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

GWM ORA 03 is clearly cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the smart #1 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,285 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the GWM ORA 03 is slightly more efficient: consuming 16.5 kWh/100km compared to 18.2 kWh/100km for the smart #1. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the GWM ORA 03 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 420 km, about 20 km more than the smart #1.

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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 smart #1 offers substantially more power – delivering 368 HP compared to 171 HP. That’s roughly 197 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the GWM ORA 03 takes 8.2 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #1 delivers clearly more torque with 470 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 220 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, GWM ORA 03 is a bit lighter – 1,615 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 285 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #1 offers noticeably more boot space – 313 L compared to 228 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #1 carries somewhat more – 425 kg compared to 355 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 holds a decisive overall lead 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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smart #1

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 368 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 400 km
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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 Smart #1 feels like a breath of fresh air in the compact EV world, pairing playful styling with usable space and a cabin that punches above its size. It skips the fuss and delivers an easygoing, city-friendly driving experience with clever features that make it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for everyday motoring.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,400 - 42,400 £
Price
40,700 £
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
18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
310 - 420 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,615 - 1,655 kg
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
228 L
Trunk capacity
313 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,825 - 1,848 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
315 - 355 kg
Payload
425 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
Power HP
171 HP
Power HP
368 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 Nm
Torque
470 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
126 kW
Power kW
271 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
smart
What drivetrain options does the GWM ORA 03 have?

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

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