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Citroën ë-C4 vs GWM ORA ORA 03 (2022-2024)
Selected trimPLUSChange trim222 mi · 50 kWh · £28,715
Selected trimFunky Cat First Edition · 2022-24Change trim193 mi · 48 kWh · £30,495
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C4 leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed, while the GWM ORA ORA 03 stays competitive across the board.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C4 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
- 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 Citroën ë-C4 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueCitroën
Citroën
5.9
GWM ORA
4.9
Motorway Range
Citroën
3.8
GWM ORA
3.5
Too close to call
FamilyCitroën
Citroën
6.5
GWM ORA
5
ChargingCitroën
Citroën
5
GWM ORA
1.5
Cost Per Mile
Citroën
5.1
GWM ORA
4.8
Too close to call
City DrivingCitroën
Citroën
7
GWM ORA
6.5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Citroën ë-C4
PLUS
- £1,780 cheaper
- 29 miles more WLTP range
- 152 litres more boot space
- 36 kW faster rapid charging
- 13 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 3.4s quicker 0-62 mph
GWM ORA ORA 03
Funky Cat First Edition
No standout advantages - closely matched on the measurable specs.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4PLUS | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £28,715 (better) | £30,495 |
| Official range | 222 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| Boot space | 380 L (better) | 228 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min (better) | 43 min |
| 0-62 mph | 10 sec (better) | 13.4 sec |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C4
GWM ORA ORA 03
Length
Citroën ë-C44,355mm
GWM ORA ORA 034,235mm-120mm
Width
Citroën ë-C41,800mm-25mm
GWM ORA ORA 031,825mm
Height
Citroën ë-C41,520mm-83mm
GWM ORA ORA 031,603mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4PLUS | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,355 mm | 4,235 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm (better) | 1,825 mm |
| Height | 1,520 mm | 1,603 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m (better) | 11.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare (better) | 575 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4PLUS | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 380 L (better) | 228 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1250 L (better) | 858 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Citroën ë-C4
- At 4,355 mm, longer than 90% of hatchback EVs we track.
- One of 33 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
GWM ORA ORA 03
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C4 PLUS |  GWM ORA ORA 03 Funky Cat First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.36m | 4.24m-120mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.82m+25mm |
| Height | 1.52m | 1.60m+83mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.67m | 2.65m-20mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 380L (better) | 228L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1250L (better) | 858L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m (better) | 11.2m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,571kg | 1,540kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 50kWh (better) | 48kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 222 mi (better) | 193 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 64kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £28,715 (better) | £30,495 |
| Price after EV grant | £27,215 (-£1,500) | £30,495 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2025+ | 2022–2024 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4PLUS | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 222 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 161 miles (better) | 160 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min (better) | 43 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 64 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW (better) | 6.6 kW |
| Energy consumption | 153 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 50 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 | Citroën ë-C4PLUS | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 10 sec (better) | 13.4 sec |
| Power | 100 kW | 126 kW (better) |
| Torque | 260 Nm (better) | 250 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C4 PLUS
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant83%
Vulnerable Road Users57%
Safety Assist63%
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 | Citroën ë-C4PLUS | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Citroën ë-C4
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GWM ORA ORA 03
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Frequently asked questions
Is the GWM ORA ORA 03 worth the extra £1,780 over the Citroën ë-C4?
The GWM ORA ORA 03 costs £1,780 more than the Citroën ë-C4. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Citroën ë-C4 is not just cheaper - it also offers 29 miles more WLTP range, 36 kW faster peak rapid charging and 152 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Citroën ë-C4 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C4 or the GWM ORA ORA 03?
The Citroën ë-C4 is £1,780 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 Citroën ë-C4 comes out roughly £1,780 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Citroën ë-C4 and GWM ORA ORA 03 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 161 miles for the Citroën ë-C4 and 160 miles for the GWM ORA ORA 03 - 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 30 minutes in the Citroën ë-C4 and 43 in the GWM ORA ORA 03, so the Citroën ë-C4 loses less time at each stop.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C4 or the GWM ORA ORA 03?
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 Citroën ë-C4 and about 575 mm of total clearance for the GWM ORA ORA 03.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C4 or the GWM ORA ORA 03?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Citroën ë-C4 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 Citroën ë-C4'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
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