Verdict
The BYD Dolphin costs RM100,530 to the GWM Ora Good Cat’s RM109,800, and the RM9,270 gap is not small at this end of the market. The Good Cat brings a 143 hp, 210 Nm motor, 57.7 kWh battery and 400 km range, against the Dolphin’s 94 hp, 180 Nm, 44.92 kWh and 340 km. But the Dolphin is the more practical hatchback: its 345-litre boot is 95 litres larger and its 2,700 mm wheelbase is 50 mm longer. For Malaysian daily use, that saving and luggage space matter more than the Ora’s extra kit for many buyers.
Pick the BYD Dolphin if you want the lower RM100,530 entry price, a 345-litre boot and a longer 2,700 mm wheelbase.
Pick the GWM Ora Good Cat if you will use its 400 km range, 143 hp motor and richer comfort equipment regularly.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Dolphin RM100,530; GWM Ora Good Cat RM109,800.
- Motor output: BYD Dolphin 94 hp and 180 Nm; GWM Ora Good Cat 143 hp and 210 Nm.
- Battery and range: BYD Dolphin 44.92 kWh and 340 km; GWM Ora Good Cat 57.7 kWh and 400 km.
- Boot space: BYD Dolphin 345 litres; GWM Ora Good Cat 250 litres.
- Wheelbase: BYD Dolphin 2,700 mm; GWM Ora Good Cat 2,650 mm.
- AC charging: BYD Dolphin 7 kW; GWM Ora Good Cat 6.6 kW.
Dolphin
- RM9,270 lower purchase price.
- 345-litre boot, 95 litres larger.
- 2,700 mm wheelbase and 7 kW AC charging.
- 94 hp and 180 Nm trail the Good Cat’s 143 hp and 210 Nm.
- 340 km range is 60 km shorter.
- No panoramic sunroof, powered driver’s seat or auto parking.
Ora Good Cat
- 400 km range from a 57.7 kWh battery.
- 143 hp and 210 Nm motor output.
- Panoramic sunroof, driver-seat memory and massage, plus auto parking.
- RM9,270 higher purchase price and RM80 annual road tax versus RM50.
- 250-litre boot is 95 litres smaller.
- Four doors and a 2,650 mm wheelbase versus the Dolphin’s five doors and 2,700 mm.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,530✓ | RM109,800 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM50✓ | RM80 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 94 hp | 143 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 180 Nm | 210 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 44.92 kWh | 57.7 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 340 km | 400 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW✓ | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW | 60 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | BYD | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 12.3 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | — | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,290 mm | 4,235 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | 1,825 mm |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,596 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,510 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 345 litres✓ | 250 litres |
| Front Tyre | 195/60R16 | 215/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/60R16 | 215/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Linglong Eco Master E | GitiComfort 225 V1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Collision Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Brake | Rear Collision Waring, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Braking, Emergency Lane Keeping, Door Open Warning |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 6-way Power Adjustable Driver Seat with Memory and Massage Functions, 4-way Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with PM2.5 filter |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB-A, 1 Front USB-C, 1 Rear USB-A, 1 Rear USB-C | 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear, 1 USB for Dashcam |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear, 1 Rear Armrest |
| Sun Shade | — | Yes |
| Audio | 12.8” Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, 6 Speakers, Bluetooth, Navigation | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver’s Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Lane Change Assist |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 8-year/180,000-km High Voltage Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Dolphin & Ora Good Cat for sale
Dolphin vs Ora Good Cat FAQ
Is the BYD Dolphin or GWM Ora Good Cat better?
The Ora Good Cat is better for range, motor output and convenience equipment, with 400 km, 143 hp and auto parking. The Dolphin is the stronger practical buy if its 345-litre boot, longer wheelbase and lower price matter more.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Ora Good Cat costs RM9,270 more than the BYD Dolphin. Its annual road tax is also RM30 higher, at RM80 versus RM50.
Which one is easier to charge at home?
The BYD Dolphin has the slight AC charging advantage at 7 kW, compared with 6.6 kW for the Ora Good Cat. Both have the same 60 kW DC charging rate and 3.3 kW V2L output.