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GWM ORA 07 vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 07 or smart #3?

GWM ORA 07 vs smart #3: Key differences

GWM ORA 07

  • moderately cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • moderately more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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smart #3

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  • marginally more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
  • barely 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:

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

GWM ORA 07 is moderately cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,000 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #3 is marginally more efficient: consuming 16.3 kWh/100km compared to 16.5 kWh/100km for the GWM ORA 07. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the GWM ORA 07 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 520 km, about 65 km more than the smart #3.

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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 markedly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM ORA 07 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the smart #3 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM ORA 07 delivers clearly more torque with 680 Nm compared to 384 Nm. That’s about 296 Nm more.

ORA 07

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, smart #3 is somewhat lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 255 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #3 offers barely more boot space – 370 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #3 carries markedly more – 450 kg compared to 350 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM ORA 07 is clearly superior overall 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
smart #3

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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smart #3

The Smart #3 turns the brand's cheeky city-car attitude into a grown-up compact SUV, pairing sleek styling with a surprisingly roomy, well-made interior. It's a brilliant pick for buyers who want electric ease without dullness — practical enough for daily life, but still lively enough to make parking and grocery runs feel a little fun.

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GWM ORA 07
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,000 - 45,800 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
440 - 520 km
Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 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
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,862 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
350 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 408 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
340 - 680 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 300 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
GWM
Brand
smart
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