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GWM ORA ORA 03 vs Kia Soul EV (2014-2019)
Selected trimPUREChange trim192 mi · 48 kWh · £21,245
Selected trim27kWh · 2014-19Not available · 30 kWh · £29,995
At a glance
In this comparison, GWM ORA ORA 03 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Kia Soul EV leads on 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 do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Kia Soul EV (2014-2019) if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The GWM ORA ORA 03 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueGWM ORA
GWM ORA
6.4
Kia
4.7
Motorway RangeGWM ORA
GWM ORA
3.5
Kia
0
FamilyGWM ORA
GWM ORA
5
Kia
4.2
Cost Per MileGWM ORA
GWM ORA
4.7
Kia
0
City DrivingKia
GWM ORA
6.7
Kia
7.9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | Kia Soul EV27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £21,245 (better) | £29,995 |
| Official range | 192 miles | Not available |
| Boot space | 228 L | 281 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 43 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 13.4 sec | 11.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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GWM ORA ORA 03
Kia Soul EV
Length
GWM ORA ORA 034,235mm
Kia Soul EV4,140mm-95mm
Width
GWM ORA ORA 031,825mm
Kia Soul EV1,800mm-25mm
Height
GWM ORA ORA 031,603mm
Kia Soul EV1,593mm-10mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | Kia Soul EV27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,235 mm | 4,140 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,825 mm | 1,800 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,040 mm |
| Height | 1,603 mm | 1,593 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 03PURE | Kia Soul EV27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 228 L | 281 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 858 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  GWM ORA ORA 03 PURE |  Kia Soul EV 27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.24m | 4.14m-95mm |
| Width | 1.82m | 1.80m-25mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.04m |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.59m-10mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.65m | 2.57m-80mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 158mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 228L | 281L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 858L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.2m | 10.6m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,540kg (better) | 1,580kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 48kWh (better) | 30kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 192 mi | Not available |
| Max DC Charge | 64kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £21,245 (better) | £29,995 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2014–2019 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | Kia Soul EV27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 192 miles | Not available |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 160 miles | Not available |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 43 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 64 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 6.6 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 48 kWh (better) | 27 kWh |
| 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 03PURE | Kia Soul EV27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 13.4 sec | 11.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 126 kW (better) | 81 kW |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 285 Nm (better) |
| 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.
Kia Soul EV
27kWh
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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 - GWM ORA ORA 03 PURE
Tested 2022
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Kia Soul EV 27kWh
Tested 2014
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | Kia Soul EV27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years (better) | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km (better) | 150,000 km |
Buying options
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GWM ORA ORA 03
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Kia Soul EV
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Live used listings
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GWM ORA ORA 03
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Kia Soul EV
- £13,2952017EVHEROView
- £5,9952017Drive GreenView
- £7,3952018Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kia Soul EV worth the extra £8,750 over the GWM ORA ORA 03?
The Kia Soul EV costs £8,750 more than the GWM ORA ORA 03. For that premium it adds 53 litres more boot space and a 2.2s quicker 0-62mph time. The GWM ORA ORA 03 is not just cheaper - it also offers 45 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the GWM ORA ORA 03 comes out ahead overall.
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 .