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GWM ORA ORA 03 (2022-2024) vs Toyota Urban Cruiser
Selected trimFunky Cat First Edition · 2022-24Change trim193 mi · 48 kWh · £30,495
Selected trimStandard RangeChange trim213 mi · 49 kWh · £28,495
At a glance
In this comparison, GWM ORA ORA 03 leads on family practicality, while the Toyota Urban Cruiser leads on value for money, motorway range and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the GWM ORA ORA 03 (2022-2024) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Toyota Urban Cruiser 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 want the lowest running costs - from just 2p 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 Toyota Urban Cruiser wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueToyota
GWM ORA
4.9
Toyota
5.5
Motorway RangeToyota
GWM ORA
3.5
Toyota
4
FamilyGWM ORA
GWM ORA
5
Toyota
4.5
Cost Per MileToyota
GWM ORA
4.8
Toyota
6.9
City DrivingToyota
GWM ORA
6.5
Toyota
8
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
GWM ORA ORA 03
Funky Cat First Edition
No standout advantages - closely matched on the measurable specs.
Toyota Urban Cruiser
Standard Range
- £2,000 cheaper
- 82 litres more boot space
- 13 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 3.8s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.8 m tighter turning circle
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £30,495 | £28,495 (better) |
| Official range | 193 miles | 213 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 228 L | 310 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 43 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 13.4 sec | 9.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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GWM ORA ORA 03
Toyota Urban Cruiser
Length
GWM ORA ORA 034,235mm-50mm
Toyota Urban Cruiser4,285mm
Width
GWM ORA ORA 031,825mm
Toyota Urban Cruiser1,800mm-25mm
Height
GWM ORA ORA 031,603mm-32mm
Toyota Urban Cruiser1,635mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,235 mm | 4,285 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,825 mm | 1,800 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,065 mm |
| Height | 1,603 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.2 m | 10.4 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 575 mm spare | 600 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 228 L | 310 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 858 L (better) | 566 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 750 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
GWM ORA ORA 03
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Toyota Urban Cruiser
- At 4,285 mm, shorter than 85% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  GWM ORA ORA 03 Funky Cat First Edition |  Toyota Urban Cruiser Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.24m | 4.29m+50mm |
| Width | 1.82m | 1.80m-25mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.06m |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.64m+32mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.65m | 2.70m+50mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 180mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 228L | 310L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 858L (better) | 566L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.2m | 10.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,540kg (better) | 1,720kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 48kWh | 49kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 193 mi | 213 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 64kW (better) | 53kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £30,495 | £28,495 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2022–2024 | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 193 miles | 213 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 160 miles | 178 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 43 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 64 kW (better) | 53 kW |
| Home AC charging | 6.6 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 48 kWh | 49 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 13.4 sec | 9.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 126 kW (better) | 106 kW |
| Torque | 250 Nm (better) | 193 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | 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.
GWM ORA ORA 03
Funky Cat First Edition
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Toyota Urban Cruiser
Standard Range
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - GWM ORA ORA 03 Funky Cat First Edition
Tested 2022
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Toyota Urban Cruiser Standard Range
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant77%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist72%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km (better) | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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GWM ORA ORA 03
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Toyota Urban Cruiser
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Frequently asked questions
Is the GWM ORA ORA 03 worth the extra £2,000 over the Toyota Urban Cruiser?
The GWM ORA ORA 03 costs £2,000 more than the Toyota Urban Cruiser. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Toyota Urban Cruiser is not just cheaper - it also offers 82 litres more boot space and a 3.8s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Toyota Urban Cruiser comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the GWM ORA ORA 03 or the Toyota Urban Cruiser?
The Toyota Urban Cruiser is £2,000 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Toyota Urban Cruiser comes out roughly £2,040 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the GWM ORA ORA 03 and Toyota Urban Cruiser like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 160 miles for the GWM ORA ORA 03 and 178 miles for the Toyota Urban Cruiser - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Toyota Urban Cruiser goes roughly 17 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 43 minutes in the GWM ORA ORA 03 and 30 in the Toyota Urban Cruiser, so the Toyota Urban Cruiser loses less time at each stop. That makes the Toyota Urban Cruiser the stronger long-distance car.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the GWM ORA ORA 03 or the Toyota Urban Cruiser?
The two are within 25 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Toyota Urban Cruiser and about 575 mm of total clearance for the GWM ORA ORA 03. The Toyota Urban Cruiser also turns in a 0.8 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the GWM ORA ORA 03 or the Toyota Urban Cruiser?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the GWM ORA ORA 03 and 90% for the Toyota Urban Cruiser. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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