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Mercedes GLE vs GWM ORA 07 comparison

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

Mercedes GLE vs GWM ORA 07: Key differences

Mercedes GLE

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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more trunk space
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GWM ORA 07

  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • slightly lighter
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

GWM ORA 07 is clearly 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 substantially more range – reaching up to 520 km, about 416 km more than the Mercedes GLE.

ORA 07

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 Mercedes GLE offers clearly 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 only slightly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 680 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

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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 slightly lighter – 2,065 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 325 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers considerably 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.

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
Mercedes GLE
GWM ORA 07

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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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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
GWM ORA 07

Costs and Consumption

Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
Price
36,000 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
91 - 104 km
Electric Range
440 - 520 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
72 - 241 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,210 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
333 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
495 - 770 kg
Payload
350 kg

Engine and Performance

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

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
GWM
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