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GWM ORA 05 vs Peugeot 208 comparison

Compare performance (160 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 21,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 05 or Peugeot 208?

GWM ORA 05 vs Peugeot 208: Key differences

GWM ORA 05

  • marginally more power
  • slightly more trunk space
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Peugeot 208

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ORA 05

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Peugeot 208 is slightly cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the GWM ORA 05 costs 23,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,152 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 208 uses 4.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the GWM ORA 05 with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

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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 GWM ORA 05 offers marginally more power – delivering 160 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 208 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the GWM ORA 05 takes 9.3 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 270 Nm.

ORA 05

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, Peugeot 208 is visibly lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 395 kg.

Looking at boot space, the GWM ORA 05 offers slightly more boot space – 422 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 208 carries moderately more – 430 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 208 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.

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Peugeot 208

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 363 - 432 km
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GWM ORA 05

The ORA 05 is a stylish electric hatch that mixes playful, modern styling with a well-finished cabin aimed at urban drivers. It delivers comfortable, composed city driving and sensible practicality, making it a compelling choice for buyers who want an easy-to-live-with, characterful EV.

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Peugeot 208

The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.

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21 Dec 2025, 15:16:45

Fuel consumption stated in the article — misleading. In town, on the highway, at least 7 L/100 km.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
23,100 £
Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
363 - 432 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
158 g/km
co2
0 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,560 kg
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Trunk capacity
422 L
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,833 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
360 kg
Payload
380 - 430 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
160 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
270 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
118 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
Brand
GWM
Brand
Peugeot
Is the GWM ORA 05 offered with different drivetrains?

The GWM ORA 05 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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