Verdict
These are fundamentally different EVs. At RM95,000, the Seres 3 costs RM4,800 less and is the sensible private-car choice: its 161 hp/300 Nm motor, five seats and quoted 340 km range better suit family and mixed-use motoring. The RM99,800 Wuling Porta EV is a two-seat commercial van, trading passenger accommodation for a 6.5 m3 load bay and 1,165 kg payload. Its 101 hp motor, 300 km range and 115 km/h top speed make more sense for planned urban deliveries than long intercity work.
Pick the Seres 3 if you need a five-seat EV SUV with 161 hp, 300 Nm and 340 km of quoted range.
Pick the Wuling Porta EV if your priority is a two-seat electric work van with 6.5 m3 of cargo space and a 1,165 kg payload.
Key differences
- Price: Seres 3 RM95,000; Wuling Porta EV RM99,800.
- Motor output: Seres 3 161 hp and 300 Nm; Wuling Porta EV 101 hp and 180 Nm.
- Battery and range: Seres 3 53.6 kWh and 340 km; Wuling Porta EV 41.9 kWh and 300 km.
- Seating: Seres 3 has five seats; Wuling Porta EV has two seats.
- Length and wheelbase: Seres 3 4,385 mm and 2,655 mm; Wuling Porta EV 5,010 mm and 3,050 mm.
- Airbags: Seres 3 has six; Wuling Porta EV has two.
3
- 161 hp and 300 Nm, against 101 hp and 180 Nm.
- Five seats, six airbags and ISOFIX on the outer rear seats.
- 53.6 kWh battery, 340 km quoted range and 11 kW AC charging.
- RM120 annual road tax versus the Porta EV's RM50.
- Space-saver spare tyre; the Porta EV gets a full-size spare.
- No 6.5 m3 cargo bay or 1,165 kg payload capability.
Porta EV
- 6.5 m3 cargo bay and 1,165 kg payload.
- Dual 777 mm sliding side doors and 270-degree barn doors.
- CKD assembly, RM50 annual road tax and a full-size spare tyre.
- 101 hp and 180 Nm versus the Seres 3's 161 hp and 300 Nm.
- 300 km quoted range versus 340 km for the Seres 3.
- Two seats and two airbags, versus five seats and six airbags.
What the 3 has over the Porta EV
What the Porta EV has over the 3
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Porta EV's wheelbase is 395 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The 3 is 50 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM95,000✓ | RM99,800 |
| Body type | SUV | Commercial |
| Segment | B-Segment | Commercial |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM50✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM970/mo✓ | RM1,020/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM2,718✓ | RM2,843 |
| Electricity / year (est.) | RM1,401 | RM1,241✓ |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM7.00 | RM6.21✓ |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM21,193 | RM20,668✓ |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 4.9 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 65 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 161 hp✓ | 101 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 | 1,960 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 | 195/70R15C |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 195/70R15C |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Leaf Springs (5-leaf) |
| 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) | Electric Power Steering |
| Chassis Notes | — | Cargo 6.5 m3 (2,830 x 1,680 x 1,365 mm); payload 1,165 kg; GVW 2,730 kg; front disc / rear drum brakes |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) | 2 (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 | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | — |
| Safety Notes | — | Brake assist, traction control, VDC/VSC, low-speed pedestrian alarm; 83% ultra-high-strength steel cage-type body |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Halogen |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats | 2 Fabric Seats, 4-way Manual Adjustment |
| 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 | USB Port |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | Yes |
| 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 | Keyed Ignition |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Central Locking (Integrated Key) |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual Boot | Manual Barn Doors, 270-degree Opening |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Dual Sliding Side Doors (777 mm) |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Rotary gear selector; dual sliding side doors (777 mm); 8-inch head unit in English, Chinese and Malay; 7 kW wallbox (RM3,500) free with early-bird bookings, along with a three-pin charger and 3-year/60,000 km scheduled maintenance |
| 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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3 vs Porta EV FAQ
Is the Seres 3 or Wuling Porta EV better?
The Seres 3 is better for private buyers, with five seats, six airbags, 161 hp and 340 km of quoted range. The Wuling Porta EV is better only when commercial carrying ability matters, thanks to its 6.5 m3 load bay and 1,165 kg payload.
What is the price difference?
The Wuling Porta EV costs RM4,800 more than the Seres 3: RM99,800 versus RM95,000. Its annual road tax is RM50, however, compared with RM120 for the Seres 3.
Which one is better for deliveries?
The Wuling Porta EV is the clear delivery vehicle. It has dual sliding side doors, 270-degree-opening barn doors, 6.5 m3 of cargo space and a 1,165 kg payload. The Seres 3 is a five-seat SUV with a 525-litre boot.
How long does charging take?
The 3's 53.6 kWh battery takes about 4.9 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 65 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 60 kW peak.
Which one is locally assembled?
The Porta EV is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the 3 is fully imported (CBU) from China. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.