Verdict
At RM109,800, the GWM Ora Good Cat costs RM23,900 more than the RM85,900 Honda City Hatchback. That money brings a 57.7-kWh battery, 400-km EV range and a 143-hp/210-Nm motor, plus a 360-degree camera and six front and six rear parking sensors. The City counters with a 289-litre boot, five doors, a full-size spare and a 195-km/h top speed, against 250 litres, four doors, a repair kit and 150 km/h. The Ora makes sense only if charging access and its markedly richer kit matter more than outright carrying capacity and initial outlay.
Pick the GWM Ora Good Cat if you can charge regularly and want 400 km of EV range, 210 Nm and equipment such as a panoramic sunroof, 360-degree camera and powered driver’s seat.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback if you want to spend RM23,900 less, carry more in its 289-litre boot and retain a full-size spare tyre.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Ora Good Cat RM109,800; Honda City Hatchback RM85,900.
- Powertrain: Ora Good Cat has a 143-hp/210-Nm electric motor and 57.7-kWh battery; City Hatchback has a 119-hp/145-Nm 1,498-cc petrol engine.
- Range/fuel storage: Ora Good Cat has 400 km EV range; City Hatchback has a 40-litre petrol tank.
- Top speed: Ora Good Cat 150 km/h; City Hatchback 195 km/h.
- Boot space: Ora Good Cat 250 litres; City Hatchback 289 litres.
- Wheelbase: Ora Good Cat 2,650 mm; City Hatchback 2,600 mm.
Ora Good Cat
- 400-km EV range from a 57.7-kWh battery
- 143 hp and 210 Nm electric motor
- 360-degree camera, auto parking and six front/rear parking sensors
- RM23,900 dearer
- 250-litre boot is 39 litres smaller
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare
City Hatchback
- 289-litre boot and five doors
- 195-km/h top speed
- Full-size spare tyre and ULTRA Seat
- 119 hp and 145 Nm trail the Ora’s 143 hp and 210 Nm
- No blind spot information system, rear cross traffic alert or rear cross traffic braking
- Halogen projector headlamps and no front foglamps
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,800 | RM85,900✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM80✓ | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 119 hp |
| Torque | — | 145 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.6 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 143 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 210 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 57.7 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 400 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 10.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 195 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,235 mm | 4,350 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm | 1,748 mm |
| Height | 1,596 mm | 1,488 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Weight | 1,510 kg | 1,149 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 250 litres | 289 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R18 | 185/60R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/50R18 | 185/60R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full size |
| Factory Tyres | GitiComfort 225 V1 | Continental UltraContact UC6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 15" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 15" Alloy |
| 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 and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Collision Waring, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Braking, Emergency Lane Keeping, Door Open Warning | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 6-way Power Adjustable Driver Seat with Memory and Massage Functions, 4-way Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with PM2.5 filter | Manual Air-con |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | — |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear, 1 USB for Dashcam | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear, 1 Rear Armrest | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Yes | — |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers | Radio with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Driver Side One Touch Up and Down |
| 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 |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | — |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Lane Change Assist | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 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 Ora Good Cat & City Hatchback for sale
Ora Good Cat vs City Hatchback FAQ
Is the GWM Ora Good Cat or Honda City Hatchback better?
The Ora Good Cat is better for a driver with reliable charging who values 400 km EV range and far more parking assistance. The City Hatchback is the better choice for lower entry cost, a larger 289-litre boot and a full-size spare.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Ora Good Cat costs RM23,900 more than the Honda City Hatchback.
Can the GWM Ora Good Cat charge external devices?
Yes. The Ora Good Cat has 3.3-kW vehicle-to-load capability, along with 6.6-kW AC and 60-kW DC charging. The petrol-powered City Hatchback does not have an EV battery or V2L function.