Verdict
At RM95,000, the Seres 3 is the more rounded private-car buy: five seats, 525 litres of boot space, 161 hp and 300 Nm, plus 340 km from its 53.6-kWh battery. The RM5,000 saving over the Wuling also gets you stated 11-kW AC and 60-kW DC charging, six airbags and a far fuller cabin specification. The Porta EV answers a different brief. Its 5,010-mm commercial body, rear-wheel drive and two-seat layout suit an operator who values RM50 annual road tax and its six-year/300,000-km battery-cell warranty. Its 100 hp, 300-km range and unquoted charging rates make it less suitable as a family EV.
Pick the Seres 3 if you need five seats, 525 litres of boot space, more performance and specified AC/DC charging for less money.
Pick the Wuling Porta EV if a two-seat commercial format, rear-wheel drive, lower road tax and longer stated battery-cell cover matter more than passenger accommodation.
Key differences
- Price: Seres 3 RM95,000; Wuling Porta EV RM100,000.
- Motor output: Seres 3 161 hp and 300 Nm; Wuling Porta EV 100 hp and 180 Nm.
- Battery and range: Seres 3 53.6 kWh and 340 km; Wuling Porta EV 41.9 kWh and 300 km.
- Dimensions and seating: Seres 3 is 4,385 mm long with five seats; Wuling Porta EV is 5,010 mm long with two seats.
- Safety: Seres 3 has six airbags; Wuling Porta EV has driver and passenger airbags.
- Road tax: Seres 3 RM120 per year; Wuling Porta EV RM50 per year.
3
- RM5,000 cheaper with 161 hp and 300 Nm
- Five seats and 525-litre boot
- Stated 11-kW AC and 60-kW DC charging
- RM120 annual road tax versus RM50
- No stated battery-cell cover to match the Wuling's six years/300,000 km
Porta EV
- RM50 annual road tax
- Six-year/300,000-km EV battery-cell warranty
- 5,010-mm commercial body with rear-wheel drive
- RM5,000 dearer despite 100 hp and 180 Nm
- 300-km range trails the Seres 3 by 40 km
- Two seats and two airbags versus five seats and six airbags
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM95,000✓ | RM100,000 |
| Body type | SUV | Commercial |
| Segment | B-Segment | Commercial |
| Assembly | CBU | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM50✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 161 hp✓ | 100 hp |
| Motor Torque | 300 Nm✓ | 180 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 53.6 kWh✓ | 41.9 kWh |
| EV Range | 340 km✓ | 300 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Single-speed Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 115 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,385 mm | 5,010 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,975 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,655 mm | 3,050 mm |
| Weight | 1,650 kg | 1,565 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 195/70R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 195/70R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | — |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | — |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | — |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 15" Steel with Wheel Cap |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 15" Steel with Wheel Cap |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats | — |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | — |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Electronic Air Conditioning |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers | 8" Head Unit with Bluetooth and USB, 3.5" TFT Cluster |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Dual Power Windows, Driver Auto with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | — |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual Boot | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 120,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | EV battery cell 6-yr/300,000 km; drive motor, EV battery and BMS 5-yr/200,000 km |
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 3 & Porta EV for sale
3 vs Porta EV FAQ
Is the Seres 3 or Wuling Porta EV better?
The Seres 3 is better for most private buyers. It costs less, seats five, has a 525-litre boot, delivers 161 hp and has a 340-km range. The Porta EV makes more sense only for buyers specifically needing a two-seat commercial vehicle.
What is the price difference?
The Wuling Porta EV costs RM5,000 more than the Seres 3. That gap coincides with the Seres having 61 hp more, 120 Nm more torque, 40 km more range, three extra seats and four extra airbags.
Which has the better EV warranty cover?
The Wuling Porta EV has the more extensive stated EV-component cover: battery cells are covered for six years or 300,000 km, while its drive motor, EV battery and BMS get five years or 200,000 km. The Seres 3 has a five-year/160,000-km manufacturer warranty.