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GWM ORA ORA 03 vs MINI Electric
Selected trimPUREChange trim192 mi · 48 kWh · £21,245
Selected trimLevel 1 · 2019-24Change trim145 mi · 32.6 kWh · £27,900
At a glance
The MINI Electric was replaced by the MINI Cooper in 2024. Compare the GWM ORA ORA 03 with the MINI Cooper
In this comparison, GWM ORA ORA 03 leads on value for money and family practicality, while the MINI Electric leads on running costs and city driving.
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 Electric if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The MINI Electric edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueGWM ORA
GWM ORA
6.4
MINI
4.8
Motorway Range
GWM ORA
3.5
MINI
3.6
Too close to call
FamilyGWM ORA
GWM ORA
5
MINI
4.4
Cost Per MileMINI
GWM ORA
4.7
MINI
7.5
City DrivingMINI
GWM ORA
6.7
MINI
8.7
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
MINI Electric
Level 1
- 12 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 6.1s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.6 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | MINI ElectricLevel 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £21,245 (better) | £27,900 |
| Official range | 192 miles (better) | 145 miles |
| Boot space | 228 L (better) | 211 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 43 min | 31 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 13.4 sec | 7.3 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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GWM ORA ORA 03
MINI Electric
Length
GWM ORA ORA 034,235mm
MINI Electric3,845mm-390mm
Width
GWM ORA ORA 031,825mm
MINI Electric1,727mm-98mm
Height
GWM ORA ORA 031,603mm
MINI Electric1,432mm-171mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | MINI ElectricLevel 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,235 mm | 3,845 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,825 mm | 1,727 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 1,999 mm |
| Height | 1,603 mm | 1,432 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.2 m | 10.6 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 575 mm spare | 673 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | MINI ElectricLevel 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 (better) | 4 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 228 L (better) | 211 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 858 L (better) | 731 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  GWM ORA ORA 03 PURE |  MINI Electric Level 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.24m | 3.85m-390mm |
| Width | 1.82m | 1.73m-98mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.00m |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.43m-171mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.65m | 2.50m-155mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 127mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 228L (better) | 211L |
| Boot (seats down) | 858L (better) | 731L |
| Seats | 5 (better) | 4 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.2m | 10.6m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,540kg | 1,365kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 48kWh (better) | 32.6kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 192 mi (better) | 145 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 64kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £21,245 (better) | £27,900 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2025+ | 2019–2024 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | MINI ElectricLevel 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 192 miles (better) | 145 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 160 miles (better) | 121 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 43 min | 31 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 64 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 6.6 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 48 kWh (better) | 28.9 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Standard (better) |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | MINI ElectricLevel 1 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 13.4 sec | 7.3 sec (better) |
| Power | 126 kW | 135 kW (better) |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 270 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 Electric
Level 1
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GWM ORA ORA 03
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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 Electric Level 1
Tested 2014
Adult Occupant79%
Child Occupant73%
Vulnerable Road Users66%
Safety Assist56%
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | MINI ElectricLevel 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km (better) | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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MINI Electric
- £22,7992025Car360View
- £12,5712020Car360View
- £17,8682023Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the MINI Electric worth the extra £6,655 over the GWM ORA ORA 03?
The MINI Electric costs £6,655 more than the GWM ORA ORA 03. For that premium it adds a 6.1s quicker 0-62mph time. The GWM ORA ORA 03 is not just cheaper - it also offers 47 miles more WLTP range and 1 more seat (5 versus 4). On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the MINI Electric comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the GWM ORA ORA 03 or the MINI Electric?
The GWM ORA ORA 03 is £6,655 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 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 £6,575 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 Electric like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 160 miles for the GWM ORA ORA 03 and 121 miles for the MINI Electric - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The GWM ORA ORA 03 goes roughly 39 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 43 minutes in the GWM ORA ORA 03 and 31 in the MINI Electric, so the MINI Electric loses less time at each stop. So the GWM ORA ORA 03 stops less often while the MINI Electric stops for less time - pick on which you would rather do.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the GWM ORA ORA 03 or the MINI Electric?
The MINI Electric is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 98 mm narrower than the GWM ORA ORA 03. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 673 mm of total clearance for the MINI Electric and about 575 mm of total clearance for the GWM ORA ORA 03. The MINI Electric also turns in a 0.6 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 Electric?
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 Electric. 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 Electric'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 .