GWM ORA 03 vs Opel Astra Electric

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Opel Astra Electric has the higher published DC charging figure at 100 kW, which is roughly 49% higher than the GWM ORA 03 at 67 kW. In practice, that figure only tells part of the story. The charging curve, battery temperature, and state of charge all affect how quickly your car actually charges.

For the published fast-charge window, the Opel Astra Electric is listed at about 30 minutes, which is 18 minutes quicker than the GWM ORA 03 at 48 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The GWM ORA 03 has a WLTP rated range of approximately 420 km, which is roughly 7 km more than the Opel Astra Electric at approximately 413 km. WLTP is a standardized lab test. Expect your actual range to be lower, varying with speed, weather, terrain, and driving style.

Efficiency matters more than battery size for daily driving costs. The Opel Astra Electric consumes 161 Wh/km, compared to 174 Wh/km for the GWM ORA 03. That means the Opel Astra Electric uses less energy per kilometer, which translates to lower charging costs and fewer charging stops on longer drives.

A more efficient car does not always mean more range. Battery size plays a role too. The GWM ORA 03 has approximately 59.3 kWh of useable battery , while the Opel Astra Electric has approximately 55.4 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

If fast charging is your priority, the Opel Astra Electric has the higher published DC figure (up to 100 kW) and the shorter published charge time at approximately 30 minutes. For long road trips, published stop time matters more than the headline kW number alone.

For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the Opel Astra Electric supports up to 11 kW, compared to up to 6.6 kW for the GWM ORA 03. In Europe, many public chargers are 22 kW AC, so this difference can matter at those locations if the higher AC figure is fitted on the car you buy.

If you mostly charge at home or at work and care more about daily driving costs, the Opel Astra Electric is the more efficient choice at 161 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the GWM ORA 03 has a WLTP rated range of approximately 420 km, which is roughly 7 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.