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Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs GWM ORA 03 comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 171 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 33,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Bus or GWM ORA 03?

Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs GWM ORA 03: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Bus

  • very slightly more power
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GWM ORA 03

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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Sprinter Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

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

GWM ORA 03 is clearly cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,963 £.

ORA 03

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus offers very slightly more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 171 HP. That’s roughly 19 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Bus delivers significantly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 200 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.

Seats: GWM ORA 03 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, GWM ORA 03 is substantially lighter – 1,615 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 741 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus carries significantly more – 1,144 kg compared to 355 kg. That’s a difference of about 789 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM ORA 03 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 £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
Mercedes Sprinter Bus
GWM ORA 03

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Mercedes Sprinter Bus

The Mercedes Sprinter is the go-to people-mover for operators and families who want robust practicality wrapped in a premium feel, with a flexible interior that can be tailored from shuttle to mobile office without breaking a sweat. Sporting the three-pointed star and the driving manners of a tall estate, the Sprinter Bus is comfortable, dependable and refreshingly easy to live with day after day.

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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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Mercedes Sprinter Bus
GWM ORA 03

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
Price
33,400 - 42,400 £
Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
310 - 420 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
244 - 322 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
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Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
Curb weight
1,615 - 1,655 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
228 L
Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
Length
-
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,848 mm
Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
814 - 1,144 kg
Payload
315 - 355 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 190 HP
Power HP
171 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
84 - 140 kW
Power kW
126 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
GWM
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