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GWM ORA ORA 03 vs Vauxhall Corsa
Selected trimPUREChange trim192 mi · 48 kWh · £21,245
At a glance
In this comparison, GWM ORA ORA 03 leads on value for money and running costs, while the Vauxhall Corsa leads on charging speed 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 want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Vauxhall Corsa if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Vauxhall Corsa edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueGWM ORA
GWM ORA
6.4
Vauxhall
5.8
Motorway Range
GWM ORA
3.5
Vauxhall
3.3
Too close to call
Family
GWM ORA
5
Vauxhall
5.2
Too close to call
ChargingVauxhall
GWM ORA
1.5
Vauxhall
5.5
Cost Per MileGWM ORA
GWM ORA
4.7
Vauxhall
4.1
City DrivingVauxhall
GWM ORA
6.7
Vauxhall
7.9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Vauxhall Corsa
YES 100kW
- 29 miles more WLTP range
- 36 kW faster rapid charging
- 13 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 5.2s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.5 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £21,245 (better) | £27,505 |
| Official range | 192 miles | 221 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 228 L | 267 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 43 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 13.4 sec | 8.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Vauxhall Corsa
Length
GWM ORA ORA 034,235mm
Vauxhall Corsa4,060mm-175mm
Width
GWM ORA ORA 031,825mm
Vauxhall Corsa1,765mm-60mm
Height
GWM ORA ORA 031,603mm
Vauxhall Corsa1,433mm-170mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,235 mm | 4,060 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,825 mm | 1,765 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 1,960 mm |
| Height | 1,603 mm | 1,433 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.2 m | 10.7 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 575 mm spare | 635 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 228 L | 267 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 858 L | 1081 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  GWM ORA ORA 03 PURE |  Vauxhall Corsa YES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.24m | 4.06m-175mm |
| Width | 1.82m | 1.76m-60mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 1.96m |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.43m-170mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.65m | 2.54m-112mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 228L | 267L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 858L | 1081L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.2m | 10.7m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,540kg | 1,469kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 48kWh | 50kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 192 mi | 221 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 64kW | 100kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £21,245 (better) | £27,505 |
| Price after EV grant | £21,245 (not eligible) | £26,005 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2025+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 192 miles | 221 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 160 miles (better) | 149 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 43 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 64 kW | 100 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 6.6 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 160 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 48 kWh (better) | 46 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 13.4 sec | 8.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 126 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Torque | 250 Nm (better) | 205 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
PURE
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Vauxhall Corsa
YES 100kW
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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 - Vauxhall Corsa YES 100kW
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant84%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users66%
Safety Assist69%
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 | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km (better) | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Vauxhall Corsa
- £10,9742022Car360View
- £12,6952023Drive GreenView
- £9,7952020Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Vauxhall Corsa worth the extra £6,260 over the GWM ORA ORA 03?
The Vauxhall Corsa costs £6,260 more than the GWM ORA ORA 03. For that premium it adds 29 miles more WLTP range, 36 kW faster peak rapid charging and a 5.2s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Vauxhall Corsa comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the GWM ORA ORA 03 or the Vauxhall Corsa?
The GWM ORA ORA 03 is £6,260 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 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 £6,300 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the GWM ORA ORA 03 and Vauxhall Corsa like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 160 miles for the GWM ORA ORA 03 and 149 miles for the Vauxhall Corsa - 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 30 in the Vauxhall Corsa, so the Vauxhall Corsa loses less time at each stop.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the GWM ORA ORA 03 or the Vauxhall Corsa?
The Vauxhall Corsa is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 60 mm narrower than the GWM ORA ORA 03. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 635 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Corsa and about 575 mm of total clearance for the GWM ORA ORA 03. The Vauxhall Corsa also turns in a 0.5 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 Vauxhall Corsa?
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 Vauxhall Corsa. 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 Vauxhall Corsa'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 .