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GWM ORA 07 vs Mercedes GLE comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 78,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 07 or Mercedes GLE?

GWM ORA 07 vs Mercedes GLE: Key differences

GWM ORA 07

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • moderately lighter
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Mercedes GLE

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • significantly 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ORA 07

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 07 is substantially cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 78,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,921 £.

As for electric range, the GWM ORA 07 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 520 km, about 416 km more than the Mercedes GLE.

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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 Mercedes GLE offers noticeably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.5 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers marginally more torque with 750 Nm compared to 680 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

ORA 07

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, GWM ORA 07 is moderately lighter – 2,065 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 325 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers significantly more boot space – 655 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 322 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries significantly more – 770 kg compared to 350 kg. That’s a difference of about 420 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM ORA 07 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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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
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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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Mercedes GLE

The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.

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4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Andreas
7 Jun 2026, 08:43:32

Mercedes is completely superior to Volvo, which feels plasticky and noisy with poor fit and finish, a poor tactile feel in the controls and a lack of buttons.

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Victor
10 Apr 2026, 07:46:13

I just love Benz cars

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36,000 - 45,800 £
Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
440 - 520 km
Electric Range
91 - 104 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
72 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,065 - 2,210 kg
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,862 mm
Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
350 kg
Payload
495 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 408 HP
Power HP
309 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
340 - 680 Nm
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
150 - 300 kW
Power kW
227 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
GWM
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the GWM ORA 07 have?

The GWM ORA 07 is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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