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GWM ORA ORA 03 vs Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric
Selected trimPUREChange trim192 mi · 48 kWh · £21,245
At a glance
In this comparison, GWM ORA ORA 03 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric leads on charging speed.
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
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
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
Vauxhall
5
Motorway RangeGWM ORA
GWM ORA
3.5
Vauxhall
1.1
FamilyGWM ORA
GWM ORA
5
Vauxhall
3.4
ChargingVauxhall
GWM ORA
1.5
Vauxhall
3.1
Cost Per MileGWM ORA
GWM ORA
4.7
Vauxhall
0.1
City DrivingGWM ORA
GWM ORA
6.7
Vauxhall
1.6
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 | Vauxhall Vivaro Life ElectricCombi |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £21,245 (better) | £36,900 |
| Official range | 192 miles | 213 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 228 L | Not available |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 43 min (better) | 45 min |
| 0-62 mph | 13.4 sec (better) | 14.3 sec |
Size Comparison
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GWM ORA ORA 03
Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric
Length
GWM ORA ORA 034,235mm-746mm
Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric4,981mm
Width
GWM ORA ORA 031,825mm-95mm
Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric1,920mm
Height
GWM ORA ORA 031,603mm-332mm
Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric1,935mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | Vauxhall Vivaro Life ElectricCombi |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,235 mm | 4,981 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,825 mm (better) | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,603 mm | 1,935 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.2 m (better) | 12.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 575 mm spare (better) | 480 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | Vauxhall Vivaro Life ElectricCombi |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 9 (better) |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 228 L | Not available |
| Boot space (seats down) | 858 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  GWM ORA ORA 03 PURE |  Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric Combi |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.24m | 4.98m+746mm |
| Width | 1.82m | 1.92m+95mm |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.94m+332mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.65m | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 228L | Not available |
| Boot (seats down) | 858L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 9 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.2m (better) | 12.4m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,540kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 48kWh | 75kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 192 mi | 213 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 64kW | 100kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £21,245 (better) | £36,900 |
| Price after EV grant | £21,245 (not eligible) | £35,400 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | MPV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2024+ |
* Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric: Euro NCAP tested the platform under the 2015 protocol but the result page has since been retired. No current published rating.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | Vauxhall Vivaro Life ElectricCombi |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 192 miles | 213 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 160 miles (better) | 152 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 43 min (better) | 45 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 64 kW | 100 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 6.6 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 242 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 48 kWh | 75 kWh (better) |
| 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 03PURE | Vauxhall Vivaro Life ElectricCombi |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 13.4 sec (better) | 14.3 sec |
| Power | 126 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 260 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.
Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric
Combi
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Prices & deals
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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 - Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric Combi
Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric Combi
Euro NCAP tested the platform under the 2015 protocol but the result page has since been retired. No current published rating.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | GWM ORA ORA 03PURE | Vauxhall Vivaro Life ElectricCombi |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km (better) | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric worth the extra £15,655 over the GWM ORA ORA 03?
The Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric costs £15,655 more than the GWM ORA ORA 03. For that premium it adds 36 kW faster peak rapid charging and 4 more seats (9 versus 5). The GWM ORA ORA 03 is not just cheaper - it also offers a 0.9s quicker 0-62mph time. 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 Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric?
The GWM ORA ORA 03 is £15,655 cheaper to buy. The GWM ORA ORA 03 is cheaper to charge, roughly £168 a year versus £264 for the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the GWM ORA ORA 03 comes out roughly £16,135 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 Vauxhall Vivaro Life 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 152 miles for the Vauxhall Vivaro Life 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 43-45 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the GWM ORA ORA 03 or the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric?
The GWM ORA ORA 03 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 95 mm narrower than the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 575 mm of total clearance for the GWM ORA ORA 03 and about 480 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric. The GWM ORA ORA 03 also turns in a 1.2 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 Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric?
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 Vauxhall Vivaro Life 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 Vauxhall Vivaro Life 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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Data accuracy
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