Verdict
At RM109,800, the GWM Ora Good Cat costs RM35,000 less than the Toyota Corolla and its RM80 annual road tax is RM199 lower. Its 143 hp/210 Nm electric motor, 57.7-kWh battery and 400-km range suit buyers who can charge regularly, while blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking and auto parking are substantial kit advantages. The Corolla’s 470-litre boot is 220 litres larger, its wheelbase is 50 mm longer and its five-year warranty has unlimited mileage. Choose the Ora for lower-entry EV ownership and driver assistance; take the Corolla for luggage capacity and mileage freedom.
Pick the GWM Ora Good Cat if you can charge at home or work and want a 400-km EV with more active safety kit for RM35,000 less.
Pick the Toyota Corolla if a 470-litre boot, rear air-con vents and an unlimited-mileage five-year warranty matter more than EV running hardware.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Ora Good Cat RM109,800; Toyota Corolla RM144,800.
- Road tax per year: GWM Ora Good Cat RM80; Toyota Corolla RM279.
- Power and torque: GWM Ora Good Cat 143 hp and 210 Nm; Toyota Corolla 137 hp and 172 Nm.
- Boot space: GWM Ora Good Cat 250 litres; Toyota Corolla 470 litres.
- Length and wheelbase: GWM Ora Good Cat 4,235 mm and 2,650 mm; Toyota Corolla 4,630 mm and 2,700 mm.
- Warranty mileage: GWM Ora Good Cat five years/150,000 km plus an eight-year/180,000-km battery warranty; Toyota Corolla five years/unlimited mileage.
Ora Good Cat
- 400-km EV range from a 57.7-kWh battery
- Blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assistance
- 360-degree camera, auto parking and six front parking sensors
- 250-litre boot is 220 litres smaller than the Corolla’s
- No rear air-con vents or dual-zone climate control
- Five-year warranty is capped at 150,000 km, while the Corolla’s is unlimited-mileage
Corolla
- 470-litre boot and 2,700-mm wheelbase
- Dual-zone automatic climate control with rear vents
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and a full-size 17-inch alloy spare
- RM35,000 higher purchase price
- RM279 annual road tax versus the Ora Good Cat’s RM80
- No listed blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking or lane-keeping assistance
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,800✓ | RM144,800 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM80✓ | RM279 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,798 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 137 hp |
| Torque | — | 172 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| 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 | — | 7 Speed Sequential Shiftmatic CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,235 mm | 4,630 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm | 1,780 mm |
| Height | 1,596 mm | 1,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,510 kg | 1,365 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 250 litres | 470 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R18 | 225/45R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/50R18 | 225/45R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | GitiComfort 225 V1 | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, 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 on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| 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 | Bi-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 | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with PM2.5 filter | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | — |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear, 1 USB for Dashcam | 1 Front |
| 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" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| 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 Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 2 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 | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| 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 Corolla FAQ
Is the GWM Ora Good Cat or Toyota Corolla better?
The Ora Good Cat is the better-equipped choice for buyers with dependable charging, bringing 400-km EV range and active safety assistance. The Corolla is better for carrying luggage, with a 470-litre boot, and for high-mileage owners who want an unlimited-mileage five-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Corolla costs RM35,000 more than the GWM Ora Good Cat.
Which car has the bigger boot?
The Toyota Corolla has the larger boot at 470 litres, compared with 250 litres in the GWM Ora Good Cat. That is a 220-litre advantage for the sedan.