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Cupra Born vs GWM ORA ORA 03 (2022-2024)
Selected trimFunky Cat First Edition · 2022-24Change trim193 mi · 48 kWh · £30,495
At a glance
In this comparison, Cupra Born leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the GWM ORA ORA 03 counters with the lowest price.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Cupra Born if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.6p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Cupra Born wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueCupra
Cupra
5.6
GWM ORA
4.9
Motorway RangeCupra
Cupra
6.3
GWM ORA
3.5
FamilyCupra
Cupra
8.1
GWM ORA
5
ChargingCupra
Cupra
6.7
GWM ORA
1.5
Cost Per MileCupra
Cupra
9.6
GWM ORA
4.8
City DrivingCupra
Cupra
7.7
GWM ORA
6.5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Cupra Born
V1 58kWh
- 108 miles more WLTP range
- 157 litres more boot space
- 41 kW faster rapid charging
- 5.4s quicker 0-62 mph
- 1.0 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £35,995 | £30,495 (better) |
| Official range | 301 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| Boot space | 385 L (better) | 228 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 43 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec (better) | 13.4 sec |
Size Comparison
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Cupra Born
GWM ORA ORA 03
Length
Cupra Born4,324mm
GWM ORA ORA 034,235mm-89mm
Width
Cupra Born1,809mm-16mm
GWM ORA ORA 031,825mm
Height
Cupra Born1,540mm-63mm
GWM ORA ORA 031,603mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,324 mm | 4,235 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,809 mm (better) | 1,825 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,070 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,540 mm | 1,603 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m (better) | 11.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 591 mm spare (better) | 575 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 385 L (better) | 228 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1267 L (better) | 858 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Cupra Born
- 301 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 105 kW, faster than 85% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
- At 4,324 mm, longer than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
GWM ORA ORA 03
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Cupra Born V1 58kWh |  GWM ORA ORA 03 Funky Cat First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.32m | 4.24m-89mm |
| Width | 1.81m | 1.82m+16mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.07m | Not available |
| Height | 1.54m | 1.60m+63mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.65m-116mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 385L (better) | 228L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1267L (better) | 858L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.2m (better) | 11.2m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,899kg | 1,540kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh (better) | 48kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 301 mi (better) | 193 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 105kW (better) | 64kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £35,995 | £30,495 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £34,495 (-£1,500) | £30,495 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2022–2024 |
* Cupra Born: Heat pump: an option, not standard.
* Cupra Born: Manufacturer lists no trailer towing capacity.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 301 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 250 miles (better) | 160 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 43 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 105 kW (better) | 64 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 6.6 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh (better) | 48 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec (better) | 13.4 sec |
| Power | 140 kW (better) | 126 kW |
| Torque | 310 Nm (better) | 250 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Cupra Born
V1 58kWh
GWM ORA ORA 03
Funky Cat First Edition
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £14,295 | £9,535 |
| Average used price | £14,295 | £10,340 |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Cupra Born V1 58kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - GWM ORA ORA 03 Funky Cat First Edition
Tested 2022
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag real-world range, dealer & service support. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
Cupra Born
V1 58kWh
Owners love
- Owners rate the handling, rear-wheel-drive steering feel and comfortable, supportive seats
- Good real-world efficiency, with owners reporting around 4 miles per kWh and 220-320 miles depending on battery
- The 326PS VZ fixed the early cars' lack of punch, with much stronger mid-range acceleration
Watch out for
- Wide A-pillars create a large blind spot at junctions and roundabouts
- The brake pedal feels long and vague at low speed, and regeneration cannot be adjusted much
- The Born is heavy, so the VZ feels less quick than its power suggests and is expensive new
Owner tips
- Check whether a car has the optional heat pump if you do a lot of winter driving
- The 2022-2024 77 kWh car has four seats; later 79 kWh cars seat five
GWM ORA ORA 03
Funky Cat First Edition
Owners love
- Owners like the interior, which feels well put together.
- The range estimate is accurate down to the last few per cent.
- It is comfortable at 70 mph.
Watch out for
- Real range on the 48 kWh car is about 110 to 150 miles, less on the motorway and in winter.
- Several owners have had the charging-port locking pin stick, which stops the car charging or releasing the cable.
- One owner reported repeated loss-of-drive faults the dealer could not find.
Owner tips
- Learn where the emergency release cable for the charging port is.
- Check the 12V battery first if the car throws intermittent faults.
Buying options
Get a quote
Cupra Born
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
GWM ORA ORA 03
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Frequently asked questions
Is the Cupra Born worth the extra £5,500 over the GWM ORA ORA 03?
The Cupra Born costs £5,500 more than the GWM ORA ORA 03. For that premium it adds 108 miles more WLTP range, 41 kW faster peak rapid charging and 157 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Cupra Born comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Cupra Born or the GWM ORA ORA 03?
The GWM ORA ORA 03 is £5,500 cheaper to buy. The Cupra Born is cheaper to charge, roughly £128 a year versus £168 for the GWM ORA ORA 03, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the GWM ORA ORA 03 comes out roughly £5,300 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Cupra Born and GWM ORA ORA 03 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 250 miles for the Cupra Born and 160 miles for the GWM ORA ORA 03 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Cupra Born goes roughly 90 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Cupra Born or the GWM ORA ORA 03?
The two are within 16 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 591 mm of total clearance for the Cupra Born and about 575 mm of total clearance for the GWM ORA ORA 03. The Cupra Born also turns in a 1.0 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Cupra Born or the GWM ORA ORA 03?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Cupra Born and 90% for the GWM ORA ORA 03. That gives the GWM ORA ORA 03 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The GWM ORA ORA 03's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Cupra Born's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .