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GWM ORA ORA 03 (2022-2024) vs Hyundai KONA Electric (2018-2023)
Selected trimFunky Cat First Edition · 2022-24Change trim193 mi · 48 kWh · £30,495
Selected trim39kWh · 2018-20Change trim190 mi · 39.2 kWh · £29,495
At a glance
In this comparison, GWM ORA ORA 03 stays competitive across the board, while the Hyundai KONA Electric leads on value for money, running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai KONA Electric (2018-2023) if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- 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 Hyundai KONA Electric leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueHyundai
GWM ORA
4.9
Hyundai
5.6
Motorway Range
GWM ORA
3.5
Hyundai
3.2
Too close to call
Family
GWM ORA
5
Hyundai
5.3
Too close to call
Cost Per MileHyundai
GWM ORA
4.8
Hyundai
9
City DrivingHyundai
GWM ORA
6.5
Hyundai
8.1
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.
Hyundai KONA Electric
39kWh
- £1,000 cheaper
- 104 litres more boot space
- 3.5s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.8 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £30,495 | £29,495 (better) |
| Official range | 193 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Boot space | 228 L | 332 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 43 min (better) | 48 min |
| 0-62 mph | 13.4 sec | 9.9 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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GWM ORA ORA 03
Hyundai KONA Electric
Length
GWM ORA ORA 034,235mm
Hyundai KONA Electric4,205mm-30mm
Width
GWM ORA ORA 031,825mm
Hyundai KONA Electric1,800mm-25mm
Height
GWM ORA ORA 031,603mm
Hyundai KONA Electric1,570mm-33mm
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 | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,235 mm | 4,205 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,825 mm | 1,800 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,070 mm |
| Height | 1,603 mm | 1,570 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 | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 228 L | 332 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 858 L | 1114 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
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.
Hyundai KONA Electric
- At 4,205 mm, shorter than 90% 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 |  Hyundai KONA Electric 39kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.24m | 4.21m-30mm |
| Width | 1.82m | 1.80m-25mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.07m |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.57m-33mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.65m | 2.60m-50mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 170mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 228L | 332L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 858L | 1114L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.2m | 10.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,540kg | 1,535kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 48kWh (better) | 39.2kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 193 mi (better) | 190 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 64kW (better) | 44kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £30,495 | £29,495 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2022–2024 | 2018–2020 |
* Hyundai KONA Electric: Heat pump: an option on every trim, not standard.
* Hyundai KONA Electric: Manufacturer lists no towing capacity for the 39 kWh car.
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 | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 193 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 160 miles (better) | 158 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 43 min (better) | 48 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 64 kW (better) | 44 kW |
| Home AC charging | 6.6 kW | 7.2 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 48 kWh (better) | 36 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 03Funky Cat First Edition | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 13.4 sec | 9.9 sec (better) |
| Power | 126 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 395 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
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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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 - Hyundai KONA Electric 39kWh
Tested 2017
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users62%
Safety Assist60%
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag real-world range, dealer & service support. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
GWM ORA ORA 03
Funky Cat First Edition
Owners love
- Owners like the interior, which feels well put together.
- The range estimate is accurate down to the last few per cent.
- It is comfortable at 70 mph.
Watch out for
- Real range on the 48 kWh car is about 110 to 150 miles, less on the motorway and in winter.
- Several owners have had the charging-port locking pin stick, which stops the car charging or releasing the cable.
- One owner reported repeated loss-of-drive faults the dealer could not find.
Owner tips
- Learn where the emergency release cable for the charging port is.
- Check the 12V battery first if the car throws intermittent faults.
Hyundai KONA Electric
39kWh
Owners love
- Outstanding efficiency, with owners commonly seeing 4-5 miles per kWh
- Long real-world range from the 64 kWh battery: around 250 miles in winter and 300 or more in summer
- Quick, smooth and easy to drive, with good adaptive cruise and lane assistance
Watch out for
- Early cars were caught up in battery recalls, and some owners describe slow communication from Hyundai and dealers
- Small boot and tight rear space for a family
- Some used cars have been advertised with the wrong battery size
Owner tips
- Confirm the battery size (39 or 64 kWh) with Hyundai from the VIN rather than trusting the advert
- Check every battery recall has been done, and whether the battery has been replaced
Buying options
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GWM ORA ORA 03
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Hyundai KONA Electric
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Frequently asked questions
Is the GWM ORA ORA 03 worth the extra £1,000 over the Hyundai KONA Electric?
The GWM ORA ORA 03 costs £1,000 more than the Hyundai KONA Electric. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Hyundai KONA Electric is not just cheaper - it also offers 104 litres more boot space and a 3.5s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Hyundai KONA Electric comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the GWM ORA ORA 03 or the Hyundai KONA Electric?
The Hyundai KONA Electric is £1,000 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 Hyundai KONA Electric comes out roughly £1,120 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 Hyundai KONA 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 158 miles for the Hyundai KONA Electric - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 43-48 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the GWM ORA ORA 03 or the Hyundai KONA Electric?
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 Hyundai KONA Electric and about 575 mm of total clearance for the GWM ORA ORA 03. The Hyundai KONA Electric 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 Hyundai KONA Electric?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the GWM ORA ORA 03 and 86% for the Hyundai KONA 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 Hyundai KONA 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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