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GWM ORA ORA 03 (2022-2024) vs Skoda Epiq
Selected trimFunky Cat First Edition · 2022-24Change trim193 mi · 48 kWh · £30,495
At a glance
In this comparison, GWM ORA ORA 03 leads on family practicality, while the Skoda Epiq leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the GWM ORA ORA 03 (2022-2024) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Skoda Epiq if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p 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 Skoda Epiq wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueSkoda
GWM ORA
4.9
Skoda
5.5
Motorway RangeSkoda
GWM ORA
3.5
Skoda
4
FamilyGWM ORA
GWM ORA
5
Skoda
4.5
ChargingSkoda
GWM ORA
1.5
Skoda
3.2
Cost Per MileSkoda
GWM ORA
4.8
Skoda
9.2
City DrivingSkoda
GWM ORA
6.5
Skoda
7.8
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.
Skoda Epiq
SE L 40
- £5,545 cheaper
- 247 litres more boot space
- 26 kW faster rapid charging
- 15 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 3.6s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.5 m tighter turning circle
- 1200 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £30,495 | £24,950 (better) |
| Official range | 193 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Boot space | 228 L | 475 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 43 min | 28 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 13.4 sec | 9.8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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GWM ORA ORA 03
Skoda Epiq
Length
GWM ORA ORA 034,235mm
Skoda Epiq4,200mm-35mm
Width
GWM ORA ORA 031,825mm
Skoda Epiq1,798mm-27mm
Height
GWM ORA ORA 031,603mm
Skoda Epiq1,581mm-22mm
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 | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,235 mm | 4,200 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,825 mm | 1,798 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,603 mm | 1,581 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 | 602 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 228 L | 475 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 858 L | 1345 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 25 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 1,200 kg (better) |
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.
Skoda Epiq
- At 4,200 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 33 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  GWM ORA ORA 03 Funky Cat First Edition |  Skoda Epiq SE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.24m | 4.20m-35mm |
| Width | 1.82m | 1.80m-27mm |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.58m-22mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.65m | 2.60m-49mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 125mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 228L | 475L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 858L | 1345L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 25L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.2m | 10.68m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,540kg (better) | 1,542kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,200kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 48kWh (better) | 38.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 193 mi (better) | 190 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 64kW | 90kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £30,495 | £24,950 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £30,495 (not eligible) | £23,450 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2022–2024 | 2026+ |
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 | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 28 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 64 kW | 90 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 6.6 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 48 kWh (better) | 37 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| 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 | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 13.4 sec | 9.8 sec (better) |
| Power | 126 kW (better) | 99 kW |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 267 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
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)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03Funky Cat First Edition | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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GWM ORA ORA 03
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Frequently asked questions
Is the GWM ORA ORA 03 worth the extra £5,545 over the Skoda Epiq?
The GWM ORA ORA 03 costs £5,545 more than the Skoda Epiq. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Skoda Epiq is not just cheaper - it also offers 26 kW faster peak rapid charging, 247 litres more boot space and a 3.6s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Skoda Epiq comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the GWM ORA ORA 03 or the Skoda Epiq?
The Skoda Epiq is £5,545 cheaper to buy. The Skoda Epiq is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £168 for the GWM ORA ORA 03, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Skoda Epiq comes out roughly £5,705 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 Skoda Epiq 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 Skoda Epiq - 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 28 in the Skoda Epiq, so the Skoda Epiq loses less time at each stop.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the GWM ORA ORA 03 or the Skoda Epiq?
The two are within 27 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 602 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Epiq and about 575 mm of total clearance for the GWM ORA ORA 03. The Skoda Epiq 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 Skoda Epiq?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the GWM ORA ORA 03 and 90% for the Skoda Epiq. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day.
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Data accuracy
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