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GWM ORA ORA 03 vs MINI Cooper
Selected trimPUREChange trim192 mi · 48 kWh · £21,245
Selected trimCooper EChange trim190 mi · 40.7 kWh · £26,155
At a glance
In this comparison, GWM ORA ORA 03 leads on value for money and family practicality, while the MINI Cooper leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the GWM ORA ORA 03 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the MINI Cooper if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p 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 MINI Cooper leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueGWM ORA
GWM ORA
6.4
MINI
5.7
Motorway RangeMINI
GWM ORA
3.5
MINI
4.4
FamilyGWM ORA
GWM ORA
5
MINI
4.4
ChargingMINI
GWM ORA
1.5
MINI
5.2
Cost Per MileMINI
GWM ORA
4.7
MINI
8.5
City DrivingMINI
GWM ORA
6.7
MINI
9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
MINI Cooper
Cooper E
- 15 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 5.6s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.8 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £21,245 (better) | £26,155 |
| Official range | 192 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Boot space | 228 L (better) | 210 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 43 min | 28 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 13.4 sec | 7.8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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GWM ORA ORA 03
MINI Cooper
Length
GWM ORA ORA 034,235mm
MINI Cooper3,858mm-377mm
Width
GWM ORA ORA 031,825mm
MINI Cooper1,756mm-69mm
Height
GWM ORA ORA 031,603mm
MINI Cooper1,460mm-143mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,235 mm | 3,858 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,825 mm | 1,756 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 1,944 mm |
| Height | 1,603 mm | 1,460 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 | 644 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 778 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 228 L (better) | 210 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 858 L (better) | 800 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  GWM ORA ORA 03 PURE |  MINI Cooper Cooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.24m | 3.86m-377mm |
| Width | 1.82m | 1.76m-69mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 1.94m |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.46m-143mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.65m | 2.53m-124mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 228L (better) | 210L |
| Boot (seats down) | 858L (better) | 800L |
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 778mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.2m | 10.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,540kg (better) | 1,615kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 48kWh (better) | 40.7kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 192 mi (better) | 190 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 64kW | 75kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £21,245 (better) | £26,155 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2025+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 192 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 160 miles (better) | 158 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 43 min | 28 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 64 kW | 75 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 6.6 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 48 kWh (better) | 36.6 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| 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 03PURE | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 13.4 sec | 7.8 sec (better) |
| Power | 126 kW | 135 kW (better) |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 290 Nm (better) |
| 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
PURE
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
MINI Cooper
Cooper E
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - GWM ORA ORA 03 PURE
Tested 2022
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - MINI Cooper Cooper E
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant82%
Vulnerable Road Users81%
Safety Assist77%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
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MINI Cooper
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MINI Cooper worth the extra £4,910 over the GWM ORA ORA 03?
The MINI Cooper costs £4,910 more than the GWM ORA ORA 03. For that premium it adds a 5.6s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the MINI Cooper comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the GWM ORA ORA 03 or the MINI Cooper?
The GWM ORA ORA 03 is £4,910 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £144 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the GWM ORA ORA 03 comes out roughly £4,790 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 MINI Cooper like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 160 miles for the GWM ORA ORA 03 and 158 miles for the MINI Cooper - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 43 minutes in the GWM ORA ORA 03 and 28 in the MINI Cooper, so the MINI Cooper loses less time at each stop.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the GWM ORA ORA 03 or the MINI Cooper?
The MINI Cooper is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 69 mm narrower than the GWM ORA ORA 03. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 644 mm of total clearance for the MINI Cooper and about 575 mm of total clearance for the GWM ORA ORA 03. The MINI Cooper 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 MINI Cooper?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the GWM ORA ORA 03 and 84% for the MINI Cooper. 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 MINI Cooper'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 .