GWM Ora 07 vs Tesla Model 3
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers considering the Ora 07 and Model 3, the Ora 07 offers a competitive price of RM 169,800, a longer EV range of 640 km, and a more generous warranty of six years. In contrast, the Model 3, priced at RM 147,600, delivers superior performance with a 0-100 km/h time of 6.2 seconds and a top speed of 201 km/h. Ultimately, the choice hinges on whether you prioritise range and warranty or performance and speed.
Pick the Ora 07 if you value a longer EV range and warranty.
Pick the Model 3 if you prefer superior performance and a sportier driving experience.
Key differences
- Price: RM 169,800 (Ora 07) vs RM 147,600 (Model 3)
- EV Range: 640 km (Ora 07) vs 534 km (Model 3)
- 0-100 km/h: — (Ora 07) vs 6.2 s (Model 3)
- Top Speed: 170 km/h (Ora 07) vs 201 km/h (Model 3)
- Battery Capacity: 83.5 kWh (Ora 07) vs 62.5 kWh (Model 3)
- Boot Space: 333 L (Ora 07) vs 594 L (Model 3)
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 169,800 | RM 147,600✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Engine | Electric | Electric |
| Power | 201 hp | — |
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | — | 6.2 s |
| Top speed | 170 km/h | 201 km/h✓ |
| Efficiency | ||
| Battery | 83.5 kWh✓ | 62.5 kWh |
| EV range | 640 km✓ | 534 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,871 mm | 4,720 mm |
| Width | 1,862 mm | 2,089 mm |
| Height | 1,500 mm | 1,441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | — |
| Boot space | 333 L | 594 L✓ |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 7✓ |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 6✓ | 4 |
| Road tax / year | RM 160✓ | RM 280 |
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
- Longer EV range of 640 km
- More affordable price point
- Longer warranty of 6 years
- Less performance-oriented
- Smaller boot space
- Lower top speed of 170 km/h
Model 3
- Faster acceleration with 0-100 km/h in 6.2 s
- Larger boot capacity of 594 L
- Higher top speed of 201 km/h
- Higher starting price
- Shorter EV range of 534 km
- Shorter warranty of 4 years
Ora 07 vs Model 3 FAQ
Is the Ora 07 or Model 3 better?
The choice depends on your priorities; the Ora 07 excels in range and warranty, while the Model 3 offers superior performance.
What is the price difference?
The Ora 07 is priced at RM 169,800, while the Model 3 starts at RM 147,600, making the Model 3 the more affordable option.
What is the warranty period for both models?
The Ora 07 comes with a 6-year warranty, whereas the Model 3 offers a 4-year warranty.