Verdict
At RM169,800, the GWM Ora 07 costs RM5,200 less than the RM175,000 smart #3 and is the long-distance choice: its 83.5-kWh LFP battery and 640-km range dwarf the smart’s 49-kWh pack and 325 km. The smart counters with 268 hp, 150-kW DC charging and a 5.8-second 0-100 km/h time, against the Ora’s 201 hp and 88 kW. For Malaysian buyers who regularly cover intercity distances, the Ora’s extra 315 km and six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty matter more. The #3 makes sense for those wanting a shorter, quicker SUV with a larger boot.
Pick the GWM Ora 07 if you want 640 km of range, an 83.5-kWh battery and a RM5,200 lower purchase price.
Pick the smart #3 if you want a 268-hp rear-wheel-drive SUV with 150-kW DC charging, a 370-litre boot and auto parking.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Ora 07 RM169,800; smart #3 RM175,000.
- Battery and range: GWM Ora 07 83.5 kWh and 640 km; smart #3 49 kWh and 325 km.
- Motor output: GWM Ora 07 201 hp/340 Nm; smart #3 268 hp/343 Nm.
- Charging: GWM Ora 07 11-kW AC and 88-kW DC; smart #3 22-kW AC and 150-kW DC.
- Size and boot: GWM Ora 07 is 4,871 mm long with 333 litres; smart #3 is 4,400 mm long with 370 litres.
- Warranty: GWM Ora 07 has six years/150,000 km; smart #3 has four years/unlimited mileage.
Ora 07
- 640-km range from an 83.5-kWh LFP battery.
- RM5,200 lower price.
- Ventilated, massaging front seats and a head-up display.
- 88-kW DC and 11-kW AC charging trail the smart #3’s 150 kW and 22 kW.
- 333-litre boot is 37 litres smaller than the smart #3’s.
- 201 hp is 67 hp down on the smart #3.
#3
- 268 hp and 343 Nm with rear-wheel drive.
- 150-kW DC and 22-kW AC charging.
- 370-litre boot, powered tailgate and auto parking.
- 325-km range is 315 km shorter than the GWM Ora 07’s.
- 49-kWh battery is 34.5 kWh smaller than the GWM Ora 07’s.
- Costs RM5,200 more and has a shorter four-year vehicle warranty.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 169,800✓ | RM 175,000 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | 268 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 340 Nm | 343 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | LFP | Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) |
| Battery Capacity | 83.5 kWh✓ | 49 kWh |
| EV Range | 640 km✓ | 325 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW✓ |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS2 | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 88 kW | 150 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 5.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,871 mm | 4,400 mm |
| Width | 1,862 mm | 1,844 mm |
| Height | 1,500 mm | 1,556 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,785 mm |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 333 litres | 370 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R18 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R18 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 060 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Flux Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Flux Alloy Wheels |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| 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 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Front and Rear |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED Headlights | LED Reflector with Manual Levelling |
| Taillamps | LED | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Massaging Function and Seat Ventilation | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual Sunshade for Glass Roof |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 11-speaker Infinity Sound System | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake To Start) | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| 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 Operation | Yes, Powered |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/180,000-km High Voltage Battery Warranty | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 160✓ | RM 260 |
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 Ora 07 & #3 for sale
Ora 07 vs #3 FAQ
Is the GWM Ora 07 or smart #3 better?
The GWM Ora 07 is better for range and price, delivering 640 km for RM169,800. The smart #3 is better if quicker performance, 150-kW DC charging, SUV packaging and its 370-litre boot matter more than range.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Ora 07 is RM169,800 and the smart #3 is RM175,000, so the smart costs RM5,200 more.
Which one charges faster?
The smart #3 charges faster on both standards, with 22-kW AC and 150-kW DC capability. The GWM Ora 07 is rated at 11 kW AC and 88 kW DC, but carries the much larger 83.5-kWh battery.