Ora 03 Standard 310km
Formerly the Ora Funky Cat — the GWM Ora 03 is a quirky retro-inspired Chinese electric supermini with a high-quality cabin and ADAS tech at an affordable price.
⚙️ Technical specifications
| Battery capacity | 48 kWh |
| WLTP range | 310 km |
| Real-world range (Ireland) | ~246 km |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 8.5s |
| Top speed | 160 km/h |
| Torque | 340 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Max DC charge rate | 64 kW |
| Max AC charge rate | 6.6 kW |
| Connectors | CCS · Type 2 |
| Boot capacity | 228 L |
| Seats | 5 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 4,235 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm |
| Height | 1,530 mm |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 150,000 km |
| CO₂ emissions | 0 g/km |
Estimates based on mixed Irish motorway/urban driving. Actual range varies with speed, temperature, load and driving style.
GWM Ora highlights
💰 Irish pricing & incentives
💡 Total savings of €5,669. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.
| Estimated annual running costs (15,000km) | |
| Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh) | ~€557 |
| Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg) | ~€1,138 |
| Motor tax | €120/yr |
| Saving vs petrol equivalent (€1.8/L) | ~€2,143/yr |
🚘 Ora 03 — All Trims & Pricing Ireland 2026
All prices are guide prices. Private buyer prices shown after SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500) and VRT relief (€2,169). Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer.
| Model / Trim | Battery & Range | Price After Grants |
|---|---|---|
| Ora 03 Standard 310km Entry |
48kWh · 310km | €30,990€25,321 |
| Ora 03 Long Range 420km Long Range |
63kWh · 420km | €35,990€29,971 |
Prices include 23% VAT. Net prices shown after SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500 where list price < €65,000) and VRT relief (capped at actual VRT due — 7% of OMSP, max €5,000 up to €40k, max €2,500 up to €50k, nil above €50k). Business buyers: SEAI car grant not available — VRT relief only. Always verify at seai.ie.
🇮🇪 Ora 03 on Irish routes
Based on estimated real-world Irish driving range (mixed motorway, regional and urban).
Based on ~246km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.
👥 Is the Ora 03 right for you?
| First-time EV buyer | ✅ Good starter EV |
| Family with children | ✅ 5 seats, 228L boot |
| Daily commuter (<100km) | ✅ Perfect |
| Intercity driving | ⚠️ Charge stop likely |
| Towing (trailer/caravan) | ❌ Not rated for towing |
| Private buyer (SEAI + VRT) | ✅ €5,669 total grants |
| Company car / BIK saving | ✅ BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026) |
| AWD / off-road capability | ⚠️ FWD/RWD only |
⚡ Charging guide
| 🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%) | ~7h |
| ⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%) | ~40min |
| 🚀 64kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%) | ~31min |
| Connectors (DC) | CCS |
| Connectors (AC) | Type 2 |
The GWM Ora 03 supports CCS DC charging at ESB ecars and other Irish networks. With 64kW peak DC, a 10–80% charge at a 50kW station takes approximately 35 minutes.
📐 Dimensions & practicality
| Length | 4,235 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm |
| Height | 1,530 mm |
| Boot capacity | 228 L |
| Towing | Not rated |
| Seats | 5 |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 150,000 km |
❓ Frequently asked questions — GWM Ora Ora 03 Standard 310km
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