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GWM ORA 07 vs Vauxhall Astra comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 07 or Vauxhall Astra?

GWM ORA 07 vs Vauxhall Astra: Key differences

GWM ORA 07

  • considerably more power
  • slightly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Vauxhall Astra

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • considerably lighter
  • visibly 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:

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

Vauxhall Astra is noticeably cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the GWM ORA 07 costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,714 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Astra is barely more efficient: consuming 15.3 kWh/100km compared to 16.5 kWh/100km for the GWM ORA 07. That’s a difference of about 1.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the GWM ORA 07 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 520 km, about 66 km more than the Vauxhall Astra.

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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 07 offers considerably more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 212 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM ORA 07 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM ORA 07 delivers clearly more torque with 680 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.

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, Vauxhall Astra is considerably lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 627 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers visibly more boot space – 422 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 89 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra carries noticeably more – 502 kg compared to 350 kg. That’s a difference of about 152 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.

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
Vauxhall Astra

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Vauxhall Astra

The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.

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GWM ORA 07
Vauxhall Astra

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,000 - 45,800 £
Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
440 - 520 km
Electric Range
83 - 454 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 130 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,210 kg
Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,862 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
350 kg
Payload
438 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 408 HP
Power HP
130 - 196 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
340 - 680 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
150 - 300 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
Brand
GWM
Brand
Vauxhall
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