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GWM ORA 07 vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 07 or DS Automobiles DS 3?

GWM ORA 07 vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences

GWM ORA 07

  • significantly more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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DS Automobiles DS 3

  • noticeably cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • substantially lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ORA 07

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the GWM ORA 07 costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,489 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is marginally more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 16.5 kWh/100km for the GWM ORA 07. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the GWM ORA 07 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 520 km, about 120 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

DS 3

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 07 offers significantly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 252 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM ORA 07 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM ORA 07 delivers significantly more torque with 680 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm more.

ORA 07

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, DS Automobiles DS 3 is substantially lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 816 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers barely more boot space – 350 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries clearly more – 466 kg compared to 350 kg. That’s a difference of about 116 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM ORA 07 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 £36,000
ORA 07

GWM ORA 07

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 408 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.5 - 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 440 - 520 km
GWM ORA 07
DS Automobiles DS 3

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GWM ORA 07

The GWM ORA 07 arrives as a cheeky, fashion-forward electric crossover that blends retro-modern styling with practical everyday sense, so it’s as happy in city traffic as it is turning heads on the boulevard. Inside you get a comfy, tech-rich cabin and sensible packaging without a premium sticker, making it a smart pick for buyers who want personality and value in one neat package.

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DS Automobiles DS 3

The DS 3 is a chic, compact premium hatch that stands out with couture styling and an interior that feels more boutique than bargain-bin. It serves up a poised, city-friendly drive with plenty of French flair — ideal for buyers who want personality as much as practicality and don’t mind turning heads at the lights.

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GWM ORA 07
DS Automobiles DS 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,000 - 45,800 £
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
440 - 520 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 112 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,210 kg
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,862 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
350 kg
Payload
362 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 408 HP
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
340 - 680 Nm
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
150 - 300 kW
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
Brand
GWM
Brand
DS Automobiles
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