Verdict
The RM19,200 premium for the GWM Ora Good Cat buys electric running, a 57.7-kWh battery rated for 400 km, 143 hp and 210 Nm, plus a longer 2,650-mm wheelbase. It is also much better equipped, with adaptive cruise control, a panoramic sunroof, powered boot and auto parking. But the Toyota Vios is RM90,600, has a far more useful 475-litre boot against 250 litres, a full-size spare and a 180-km/h top speed. For Malaysian buyers without dependable charging, the Vios’s 5.2 L/100 km petrol economy is the simpler fit.
Pick the GWM Ora Good Cat if you can charge regularly and want 400 km of rated EV range, 210 Nm and far richer convenience equipment.
Pick the Toyota Vios if lower upfront cost, a 475-litre boot, a full-size spare tyre and petrol refuelling suit your routine.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Ora Good Cat RM109,800; Toyota Vios RM90,600.
- Power and torque: Ora Good Cat motor produces 143 hp and 210 Nm; Vios produces 104 hp and 138 Nm.
- Energy use: Ora Good Cat has a 57.7-kWh battery and 400-km EV range; Vios is rated at 5.2 L/100 km with a 40-litre tank.
- Boot space: Ora Good Cat 250 litres; Vios 475 litres.
- Top speed: Ora Good Cat 150 km/h; Vios 180 km/h.
- Wheels: Ora Good Cat 18-inch alloys on 215/50R18 tyres; Vios 16-inch alloys on 195/60R16 tyres.
Ora Good Cat
- 143 hp and 210 Nm electric motor with 400-km rated range.
- Adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera and auto parking.
- Powered driver’s seat with memory and massage, panoramic sunroof and powered boot.
- Costs RM19,200 more than the Vios.
- 250-litre boot is 225 litres smaller than the Vios’s.
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Vios’s full-size 16-inch alloy spare.
Vios
- RM90,600 entry price and 5.2 L/100 km rated economy.
- 475-litre boot and full-size 16-inch alloy spare tyre.
- ASEAN NCAP five-star rating, plus a 3D panoramic view monitor and rear air vents.
- 104 hp and 138 Nm trail the Ora Good Cat’s 143 hp and 210 Nm.
- No adaptive cruise control or auto parking, both fitted to the Ora Good Cat.
- Fixed rear bench; the Ora Good Cat has 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,800 | RM90,600✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| 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 |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 104 hp |
| Torque | — | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| 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 | — | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 5.2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,235 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,596 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,510 kg | 1,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 250 litres | 475 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R18 | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/50R18 | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | GitiComfort 225 V1 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| 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) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| 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 | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED | LED Reflector |
| 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 | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with PM2.5 filter | Single-zone Manual |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | — |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear, 1 USB for Dashcam | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear 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 | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| 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 3D Panoramic View Monitor |
| 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 | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| 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 & Vios for sale
Ora Good Cat vs Vios FAQ
Is the GWM Ora Good Cat or Toyota Vios better?
The Ora Good Cat is better for regular home or workplace charging and richer equipment, with 400 km of rated range and 210 Nm. The Vios is better for buyers prioritising RM19,200 lower purchase cost, a 475-litre boot and petrol convenience.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Ora Good Cat costs RM109,800 and the Toyota Vios costs RM90,600, so the Ora Good Cat is RM19,200 more expensive.
Which car has more boot space?
The Toyota Vios has the larger boot at 475 litres, compared with 250 litres in the GWM Ora Good Cat. That is a 225-litre advantage for the sedan.