Verdict
The GWM Ora Good Cat costs RM109,800 to the Mazda 3 Hatchback’s RM119,620, and its 57.7-kWh battery delivers a stated 400 km range with 60-kW DC charging. That makes it the more affordable zero-tailpipe-emission choice for buyers with dependable charging. It is also wider and taller, and adds a 360-degree camera, auto parking and 3.3-kW V2L. The Mazda is the larger C-segment hatchback, with a 75-mm longer wheelbase and 295-litre boot, but its 1.5-litre petrol engine uses 5.9 L/100 km.
Pick the GWM Ora Good Cat if home or workplace charging suits you and you want 400 km of stated EV range, V2L and more parking assistance for RM9,820 less.
Pick the Mazda 3 Hatchback if you need the 295-litre boot, a 2,725-mm wheelbase, 200-km/h top speed and petrol refuelling flexibility.
Key differences
- Powertrain: Ora Good Cat has one 143-hp/210-Nm electric motor; Mazda 3 Hatchback has a 1.5-litre 118-hp/153-Nm petrol engine.
- Energy use: Ora Good Cat has a 57.7-kWh battery and 400 km stated range; Mazda 3 Hatchback is rated at 5.9 L/100 km with a 51-litre tank.
- Dimensions: Ora Good Cat is 4,235 mm long with a 2,650-mm wheelbase; Mazda 3 Hatchback is 4,460 mm long with a 2,725-mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: Ora Good Cat has 250 litres; Mazda 3 Hatchback has 295 litres.
- Top speed: Ora Good Cat reaches 150 km/h; Mazda 3 Hatchback reaches 200 km/h.
- Rear suspension: Ora Good Cat uses a torsion beam; Mazda 3 Hatchback uses a multi-link setup.
Ora Good Cat
- 400 km stated EV range from a 57.7-kWh battery
- 360-degree camera, auto parking and 3.3-kW V2L
- Five-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty plus eight-year/180,000-km battery cover
- 250-litre boot is 45 litres smaller
- 150-km/h top speed is 50 km/h lower
- Torsion-beam rear suspension versus Mazda’s multi-link
3 Hatchback
- 295-litre boot and 2,725-mm wheelbase
- 200-km/h top speed
- Driver’s knee airbag, head-up display and paddle shifts
- RM9,820 more expensive
- No V2L, 360-degree camera or auto parking
- Five-year/100,000-km warranty has 50,000 km less coverage
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,800✓ | RM119,620 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM80✓ | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 118 hp |
| Torque | — | 153 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 74.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| 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 | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 5.9 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,235 mm | 4,460 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,596 mm | 1,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 2,725 mm |
| Weight | 1,510 kg | 1,368 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 51 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 250 litres | 295 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R18 | 215/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/50R18 | 215/45R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | GitiComfort 225 V1 | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) - Front and Rear |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | Rear Collision Waring, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Braking, Emergency Lane Keeping, Door Open Warning | Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED | LED Projector 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 | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with PM2.5 filter | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | — |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear, 1 USB for Dashcam | 1 Front, 2 USB-C |
| 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 | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Lane Change Assist | 7" TFT-LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/180,000-km High Voltage Battery Warranty | 5-year/100,000 km free service |
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 3 Hatchback FAQ
Is the GWM Ora Good Cat or Mazda 3 Hatchback better?
The Ora Good Cat is better for buyers who can charge regularly, with 400 km of stated range, V2L and more parking aids. The Mazda 3 Hatchback is better for a larger boot, longer wheelbase and petrol refuelling.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda 3 Hatchback costs RM9,820 more than the GWM Ora Good Cat. The gap buys a larger 295-litre boot, a longer 2,725-mm wheelbase, multi-link rear suspension and a head-up display.
Which is more practical for charging and long trips?
The Ora Good Cat needs charging but supports 6.6-kW AC and 60-kW DC charging, with 400 km of stated range. The Mazda 3 Hatchback has a 51-litre petrol tank and is rated at 5.9 L/100 km, so it avoids charging stops.