Verdict
The RM109,800 Ora Good Cat costs RM24,100 less and brings a 57.7-kWh battery, 400-km EV range, 60-kW DC charging and 3.3-kW V2L. It is also better equipped for parking, with a 360-degree camera and auto parking. The Civic answers with 180 hp and 240 Nm from its 1.5-litre turbo petrol motor, a 497-litre boot and multi-link rear suspension. Its 8.3-second 0-100 km/h figure and 200-km/h top speed suit drivers who prioritise outright performance and long-distance luggage capacity.
Pick the GWM Ora Good Cat if lower entry cost, 400-km electric range, V2L and richer parking assistance matter more than boot space and top speed.
Pick the Honda Civic if you need a 497-litre boot, 180-hp turbo petrol performance and a multi-link rear suspension.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Ora Good Cat RM109,800; Honda Civic RM133,900.
- Powertrain: GWM Ora Good Cat has one 143-hp, 210-Nm electric motor; Honda Civic has a 1,498-cc turbo petrol engine with 180 hp and 240 Nm.
- Energy storage: GWM Ora Good Cat has a 57.7-kWh battery and 400-km EV range; Honda Civic has a 47-litre fuel tank.
- Boot space: GWM Ora Good Cat 250 litres; Honda Civic 497 litres.
- Top speed: GWM Ora Good Cat 150 km/h; Honda Civic 200 km/h.
- Rear suspension: GWM Ora Good Cat torsion beam; Honda Civic multi-link.
Ora Good Cat
- 400-km EV range from a 57.7-kWh battery
- 60-kW DC charging and 3.3-kW V2L
- 360-degree camera, auto parking and blind spot monitoring
- 250-litre boot is 247 litres smaller than the Civic's
- 150-km/h top speed trails the Civic's 200 km/h
- Torsion-beam rear suspension versus the Civic's multi-link setup
Civic
- 180 hp and 240 Nm, with 0-100 km/h in 8.3 seconds
- 497-litre boot and 2,735-mm wheelbase
- Multi-link rear suspension and rear air-con vents
- RM24,100 higher purchase price
- No blind spot information system
- No 360-degree camera or auto parking
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,800✓ | RM133,900 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM80✓ | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 180 hp |
| Torque | — | 240 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.3 |
| 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 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,235 mm | 4,678 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm | 1,802 mm |
| Height | 1,596 mm | 1,415 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 2,735 mm |
| Weight | 1,510 kg | 1,349 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 47 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 250 litres | 497 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R18 | 215/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/50R18 | 215/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | GitiComfort 225 V1 | Continental MaxContact MC5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" 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, 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available for 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 | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| 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 | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with PM2.5 filter | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | — |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear, 1 USB for Dashcam | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| 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 | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Front Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| 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 | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| 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.
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Ora Good Cat vs Civic FAQ
Is the GWM Ora Good Cat or Honda Civic better?
The Ora Good Cat is the better-equipped electric choice, with 400-km range, V2L, blind spot monitoring and auto parking. The Civic is better for drivers needing its 497-litre boot, 180-hp turbo petrol motor, 200-km/h top speed and multi-link rear suspension.
What is the price difference?
The Honda Civic costs RM24,100 more than the GWM Ora Good Cat.
Which car is better for carrying luggage?
The Honda Civic is clearly better for luggage, with a 497-litre boot versus 250 litres in the Ora Good Cat. Both seat five and have 60:40 split-folding rear seats.