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Kia Picanto vs GWM ORA 03 comparison

Compare performance (68 HP vs 171 HP), boot space and price (15,100 £ vs 33,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or GWM ORA 03?

Kia Picanto vs GWM ORA 03: Key differences

Kia Picanto

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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GWM ORA 03

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Picanto

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Picanto is substantially cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the GWM ORA 03 costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,343 £.

ORA 03

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 03 offers clearly more power – delivering 171 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 103 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM ORA 03 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 8.2 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 6.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM ORA 03 delivers substantially more torque with 250 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 154 Nm more.

Picanto

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, Kia Picanto is significantly lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,615 kg. The difference is around 491 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Picanto offers moderately more boot space – 255 L compared to 228 L. That’s a difference of about 27 L.

When it comes to payload, the GWM ORA 03 carries marginally more – 355 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM ORA 03 is far ahead 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 £33,400
ORA 03

GWM ORA 03

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 171 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.5 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 310 - 420 km
Kia Picanto
GWM ORA 03

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Kia Picanto

Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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GWM ORA 03

The ORA 03 is a cheeky, design-led electric compact that pairs bold looks with a surprisingly practical interior, giving buyers a fresh alternative to the usual sober choices. It’s easy to live with day-to-day thanks to clever packaging, modern tech and city-friendly manners, so shoppers after an affordable EV with personality should put the ORA 03 on their shortlist.

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Kia Picanto
GWM ORA 03

Costs and Consumption

Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
Price
33,400 - 42,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
310 - 420 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 134 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Curb weight
1,615 - 1,655 kg
Trunk capacity
255 L
Trunk capacity
228 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,595 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
253 - 332 kg
Payload
315 - 355 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
68 HP
Power HP
171 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
96 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
50 kW
Power kW
126 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
GWM
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