GWM Ora 07 vs Peugeot 408
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the GWM Ora 07 offers an impressive electric range of 640 km and a competitive price of RM 169,800, making it a strong contender in the EV market. In contrast, the Peugeot 408, priced at RM 146,055, delivers more power at 215 hp and a larger boot space of 536 L, appealing to those who prefer petrol performance and practicality.
Pick the Ora 07 if you value electric range and lower running costs.
Pick the 408 if you prefer a petrol engine with more power and larger boot space.
Key differences
- Price: RM 169,800 (Ora 07) vs RM 146,055 (408)
- Power: 201 hp (Ora 07) vs 215 hp (408)
- Torque: — (Ora 07) vs 300 Nm (408)
- Boot space: 333 L (Ora 07) vs 536 L (408)
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 169,800 | RM 146,055✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Engine | Electric | 1,598 cc |
| Power | 201 hp | 215 hp✓ |
| Torque | — | 300 Nm |
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | — | 8.8 s |
| Top speed | 170 km/h | — |
| Efficiency | ||
| Battery | 83.5 kWh | — |
| EV range | 640 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,871 mm | 4,687 mm |
| Width | 1,862 mm | 1,859 mm |
| Height | 1,500 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,787 mm |
| Boot space | 333 L | 536 L✓ |
| Fuel tank | — | 52 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 6 | 7✓ |
| Road tax / year | RM 160 | RM 90✓ |
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.
Ora 07
- Impressive EV range of 640 km
- Lower annual road tax at RM 160
- Strong warranty coverage for battery and motor.
- Higher price compared to petrol rivals
- Limited boot space compared to competitors
408
- More powerful engine with 215 hp
- Larger boot space for practicality
- Lower price point for a C-segment sedan.
- Higher fuel costs compared to electric
- Less environmentally friendly option
Ora 07 vs 408 FAQ
Is the Ora 07 or 408 better?
It depends on your preference; the Ora 07 excels in electric range and lower running costs, while the 408 offers more power and practicality.
What is the price difference?
The Ora 07 is priced at RM 169,800, while the 408 is more affordable at RM 146,055, making the latter a budget-friendly option.
What are the warranty terms for both models?
The Ora 07 comes with a 6-year warranty, while the 408 offers a slightly longer 7-year warranty.