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VW Transporter Transporter vs GWM ORA 07 comparison

Compare performance (286 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (37,500 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Transporter Transporter or GWM ORA 07?

VW Transporter Transporter vs GWM ORA 07: Key differences

VW Transporter Transporter

  • somewhat lighter
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GWM ORA 07

  • only slightly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Transporter Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

GWM ORA 07 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the VW Transporter Transporter costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,524 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the GWM ORA 07 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 16.5 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VW Transporter Transporter. That’s a difference of about 5.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the GWM ORA 07 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 520 km, about 189 km more than the VW Transporter Transporter.

ORA 07

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the GWM ORA 07 offers visibly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM ORA 07 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the VW Transporter Transporter takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM ORA 07 delivers clearly more torque with 680 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 265 Nm more.

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, VW Transporter Transporter is somewhat lighter – 1,872 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 193 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Transporter carries significantly more – 1,259 kg compared to 350 kg. That’s a difference of about 909 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM ORA 07 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 £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
VW Transporter Transporter
GWM ORA 07

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VW Transporter Transporter

The VW Transporter is the workhorse of the modern tradesman, blending practical cleverness with a cabin that's actually pleasant to spend a long day in. It may not steal the style spotlight, but its unshowy durability, clever load solutions and easy-to-live-with character make it a sensible pick for businesses and weekend projects alike.

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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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VW Transporter Transporter
GWM ORA 07

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,500 - 60,800 £
Price
36,000 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
56 - 331 km
Electric Range
440 - 520 km
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 220 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,872 - 2,462 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,210 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
333 L
Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
Length
-
Width
2,032 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
1,966 - 1,985 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
755 - 1,259 kg
Payload
350 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Power HP
204 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Torque
340 - 680 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Power kW
150 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
GWM
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