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GWM ORA ORA 03 (2022-2024) vs Kia Soul EV
Selected trimFunky Cat First Edition · 2022-24Change trim193 mi · 48 kWh · £30,495
Selected trim64kWh · 2020-24Change trim281 mi · 67.5 kWh · £37,295
At a glance
In this comparison, GWM ORA ORA 03 leads on value for money and family practicality, while the Kia Soul EV leads on running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the GWM ORA ORA 03 (2022-2024) 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 Kia Soul EV if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p 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 GWM ORA ORA 03 edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueGWM ORA
GWM ORA
4.9
Kia
4.3
Motorway Range
GWM ORA
3.5
Kia
3.9
Too close to call
FamilyGWM ORA
GWM ORA
5
Kia
2.4
Cost Per MileKia
GWM ORA
4.8
Kia
5.9
City DrivingKia
GWM ORA
6.5
Kia
7.5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Kia Soul EV
64kWh
- 88 miles more WLTP range
- 87 litres more boot space
- 36 kW faster rapid charging
- 5.5s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.6 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition | Kia Soul EV64kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £30,495 (better) | £37,295 |
| Official range | 193 miles | 281 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 228 L | 315 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 43 min (better) | 47 min |
| 0-62 mph | 13.4 sec | 7.9 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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GWM ORA ORA 03
Kia Soul EV
Length
GWM ORA ORA 034,235mm
Kia Soul EV4,195mm-40mm
Width
GWM ORA ORA 031,825mm
Kia Soul EV1,800mm-25mm
Height
GWM ORA ORA 031,603mm
Kia Soul EV1,600mm-3mm
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 | Kia Soul EV64kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,235 mm | 4,195 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,825 mm | 1,800 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,040 mm |
| Height | 1,603 mm | 1,600 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 | 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 | Kia Soul EV64kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 228 L | 315 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 858 L | 1339 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  GWM ORA ORA 03 Funky Cat First Edition |  Kia Soul EV 64kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.24m | 4.20m-40mm |
| Width | 1.82m | 1.80m-25mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.04m |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.60m-3mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.65m | 2.60m-50mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 160mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 228L | 315L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 858L | 1339L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.2m | 10.6m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,540kg (better) | 1,758kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 48kWh | 67.5kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 193 mi | 281 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 64kW | 100kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £30,495 (better) | £37,295 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2022–2024 | 2020–2024 |
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 | Kia Soul EV64kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 193 miles | 281 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 160 miles | 234 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 43 min (better) | 47 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 64 kW | 100 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 6.6 kW | 7.2 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 48 kWh | 64 kWh (better) |
| 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 03Funky Cat First Edition | Kia Soul EV64kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 13.4 sec | 7.9 sec (better) |
| Power | 126 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 395 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition | Kia Soul EV64kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £9,535 | £11,889 |
| Average used price | £10,340 | £13,247 |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
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 - 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 | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition | Kia Soul EV64kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years (better) | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km (better) | 160,000 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.
Kia Soul EV
64kWh
Owners love
- Owners regularly report 250 miles or more in mild weather, with very good efficiency.
- Strong, smooth acceleration and a comfortable, roomy cabin for the car's size.
- Well-equipped, with a head-up display and adaptive cruise control on most cars.
Watch out for
- Some owners report 12V battery drain and repeat flat batteries that dealers struggled to fix.
- Scheduled charging in the car and the Kia app can be unreliable or reset itself.
- Road noise is noticeable, and there are no front parking sensors.
Owner tips
- Check the 12V battery and ask whether the car has had electrical faults.
- Look for a car with the recall work done, including the power control unit coolant check on mid-2020 builds.
Buying options
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Live used listings
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Kia Soul EV
- £14,3952020Drive GreenView
- £11,7952020Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kia Soul EV worth the extra £6,800 over the GWM ORA ORA 03?
The Kia Soul EV costs £6,800 more than the GWM ORA ORA 03. For that premium it adds 88 miles more WLTP range, 36 kW faster peak rapid charging and 87 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the GWM ORA ORA 03 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the GWM ORA ORA 03 or the Kia Soul EV?
The GWM ORA ORA 03 is £6,800 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 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 £6,760 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 Kia Soul EV like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 160 miles for the GWM ORA ORA 03 and 234 miles for the Kia Soul EV - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Kia Soul EV goes roughly 74 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 43-47 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the GWM ORA ORA 03 or the Kia Soul EV?
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 Kia Soul EV and about 575 mm of total clearance for the GWM ORA ORA 03. The Kia Soul EV 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 Kia Soul EV?
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 Kia Soul EV. 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 Kia Soul EV's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. The GWM ORA ORA 03 has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the Kia Soul EV.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .