Source type: GWM South Africa ORA 5 brochure, July 2026
GWM ORA 5 vs Toyota Starlet Cross
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
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Toyota Starlet Cross
1.5 XR CVT
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CVT
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ZAR 375,900
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⚡ 77 kW
🔧 140 Nm
⛽ 18.5 km/l
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Decision summary
GWM ORA 5 vs Toyota Starlet Cross: the short answer
The verified specification tables are ready to compare, but Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
Starlet Cross starts ZAR 60,000 cheaper
ORA 5 from ZAR 364,900 · Starlet Cross from ZAR 304,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | ORA 5 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | ORA 5150 kW | Starlet Cross77 kW |
| Maximum Torque | ORA 5260 Nm | Starlet Cross140 Nm |
| Engine Size | ORA 5Not Applicable | Starlet Cross1498 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | ORA 5Not Applicable | Starlet Cross18.5 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | ORA 5175 mm | Starlet Cross185 mm |
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Source type: Official OEM South Africa
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Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | ORA 5 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2026 | 2022 |
| Generation | First-generation ORA 5; South African launch specification | First generation Starlet Cross for SA market |
| Facelift History | No facelift; first South African model year | Introduced to SA in 2022 as a Starlet-based crossover |
| Facelift Launched Since | Not Applicable | 2022 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not Applicable | Current |
| Body Style | Compact SUV | SUV |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | On sale | published |
| Segment | Compact SUV | SUV |
| Vehicle Type | Passenger vehicle | SUV |
| Color Note | - | White Pearl, Silver Metallic, Black, Blue, Red |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1080 kg |
| Spec | ORA 5 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4471 mm | 4055 mm |
| Width | 1833 mm | 1740 mm |
| Height | 1641 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 175 mm | 185 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | - | 42 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | - | 270 l |
| Kerb Weight | - | 1080 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | - | 1480 kg |
| Seating Capacity | - | 5 seats |
| Doors | - | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | - | 5.1 m |
| Spec | ORA 5 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | Automatic | Manual AC |
| Power Windows | Four-door one-touch | All Doors |
| Keyless Entry | Driver door | Standard |
| Wireless Charging | 50 W | Standard |
| Sunroof | Panoramic glass roof | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Yes | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Automatic front wiper | Not Available |
| AC Type | Automatic | Manual AC |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Yes | All Doors |
| Heated Mirrors | Yes | - |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Rear Air Vents | Yes | - |
| Rear Shelf Board | Yes | - |
| Heat-pump Air Conditioning | Yes | - |
| Push Button Start | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 270 l |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Not Available |
| Climate Zones | - | Manual AC |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop | - | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop Button | - | Standard |
| Engine Warranty | - | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Front Armrest | - | Standard |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 5.4 |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| Panoramic Roof | Panoramic glass roof | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | - | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | Yes | All Doors |
| Push Button Start | - | Standard |
| Rear Seat Split | - | Standard |
| Rear Wing | - | Not Available |
| Rev Matching | - | Not Available |
| Seat Type | - | Fabric |
| Spare Wheel | Temporary T135/90 D17 | Compact |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Front |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Voice Command | - | Not Available |
| Voice Command Support | - | Not Available |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 11.8 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic | Manual AC |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Standard |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Multi-Point EFI |
| Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Difflock | - | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Not Available |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Standard |
| Lift Gate | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Manual Aircon | - | Manual AC |
| Mirror | - | All Doors |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Standard |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Standard |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Not Available |
| Sonar | - | Rear |
| Sound System | 6 | 4 |
| Source Model Column | - | starlet-cross |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Front |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Surround View Monitor | Yes | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Yes | Standard |
| Trim Level | - | top |
| Unlocking | Driver door | Standard |
| Variant Role | - | Mid-to-high value derivative |
| Vdc | - | Standard |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Standard |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Standard |
| Wireless Charger | 50 W | Standard |
| Spec | ORA 5 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Battery-electric powertrain | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | Not Applicable | 1498 cc |
| Cylinders | Not Applicable | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | Not Applicable | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Applicable | 4 |
| Aspiration | Not Applicable | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Not Applicable | Multi-Point Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 150 kW | 77 kW |
| Maximum Torque | 260 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | Not Officially Disclosed | FWD |
| Transmission | Not Officially Disclosed | CVT |
| Top Speed | Not Officially Disclosed | 175 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | 11.8 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Eco, Well Being, Standard, Sport | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 71.3 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 129.6 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | 58.33 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | 520 km (NEDC) | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | ORA 5 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Automatic | CVT |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Continuously Variable Transmission |
| Gear Shift Type | Electronic column shifter | CVT |
| Gearbox Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Drivetrain Layout | - | FF |
| LSD Available | - | No |
| Transfer Case | - | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | - | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | - | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | - | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | - | 5 |
| Clutch Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | - | Not Applicable |
| Drivetrain | - | FWD |
| 4WD Engagement | - | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | - | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | - | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | - | No |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Front Differential Lock | - | Not Applicable |
| Low Range Ratio | - | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | - | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | - | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | - | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Transmission Speeds | - | 5 |
| Spec | ORA 5 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | Not Applicable | 18.5 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not Applicable | 14.0 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not Applicable | 18.5 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | 42 l |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | Not Applicable | 42 |
| Combined Driving Range | 520 km NEDC | Not Applicable |
| Emission Standard | - | Euro 4 |
| Auto Start Stop | - | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | Not Applicable | 18.5 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | - | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | - | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | - | Not Applicable |
| Spec | ORA 5 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 4 |
| ABS | Yes | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| Traction Control | Yes | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | No | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Front-row reminder | Not Available |
| Front Parking Sensors | No | Not Available |
| AEB | Yes | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | 4 |
| EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | No | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | 4 |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Alert and braking | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front row | Not Available |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Not Available |
| Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| TCS | Yes | Standard |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Integrated Brake Control | Yes | - |
| Hill Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Brake Assist | - | Standard |
| Alarm System | - | Standard |
| Central Locking | - | Standard |
| BA | - | Standard |
| Brake Override System | - | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | - | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Not Available |
| Knee Airbag | - | Not Available |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 4 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 4 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Standard |
| Spec | ORA 5 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Adaptive | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Alert and braking | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | Rear | Rear |
| Rear View Camera | 360-degree panoramic view | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | Yes | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Rear |
| Reverse Camera | 360-degree panoramic view | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Yes | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Hold | Yes | - |
| Steering Modes | Light, Comfort, Sport | - |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | - | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | - | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | - | Not Available |
| EV Mode | - | Not Available |
| Park Assist | - | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | - | Not Available |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Rear |
| Parking Sensor | - | Rear |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Not Available |
| Rear View Camera | - | Standard |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Standard |
| Reversing Camera | - | Standard |
| Surround View Camera | Yes | Not Available |
| Spec | ORA 5 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Synthetic leather | Fabric |
| Heated Seats | Front | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | Front seat and backrest | Not Applicable |
| Ambient Lighting | Multi-colour rhythmic | Not Applicable |
| Steering Wheel Material | Microfibre leather | Not Applicable |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | Standard |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 6-way electric | Manual 6-Way |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 4-way electric | Manual |
| Seat Trim | Grey synthetic leather | Fabric |
| Driver Seat Memory | Yes | - |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Manual 6-Way |
| Steering Type | - | Electric |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | Standard |
| Front Armrest | - | Standard |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 2 |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Not Available |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 5 |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Manual 6-Way |
| Fabric Seats | - | Fabric |
| Armrest Front | - | Standard |
| Driver Seat | - | Manual 6-Way |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | 7-inch touchscreen, reversing camera, air conditioning, 5-seat layout |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Fabric |
| Interior Colours | - | 5 |
| Seat Fold Type | - | Standard |
| Spec | ORA 5 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 14.6-inch touchscreen with voice control | 8-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Standard |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 6 | 4 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 10.25-inch | Not Applicable |
| USB Ports | 3 (front Type-A and Type-C; rear Type-C) | 2 |
| Infotainment Screen | 14.6-inch | 8-inch Touchscreen |
| Voice Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Touchscreen | 14.6-inch | 8-inch Touchscreen |
| Navigation System | - | Not Available |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | Wireless | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | - | Not Available |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 14.6-inch | 8-inch Touchscreen |
| Infotainment Display | - | 8-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | - | 2 |
| Audio Speakers | 6 | 4 |
| Audio System | - | 4 |
| Display Audio | - | 8-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 2 |
| Multi Information Display | - | Not Available |
| Connected Services | - | Standard |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Standard |
| Spec | ORA 5 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Yes | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | Standard |
| Fog Lamps | Rear LED | Standard |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | Emerald Green, Matte Grey, Ayers Grey, Hamilton White, Sterling Silver, Night Black, Brilliant Rose with a black roof, and Lake Blue with a black roof | 5 |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | - |
| Rear Fog Lights | LED | - |
| Headlights | Yes | Standard |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes | Not Available |
| LED Tail Lamps | Yes | - |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | Standard |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Roof Type | - | Not Available |
| Body Type | - | SUV |
| DRL | LED | Standard |
| Fog Lights | - | Standard |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Standard |
| Led Headlights | Yes | Standard |
| Auto Headlights | - | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Not Available |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 5 |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Yes | All Doors |
| Front Fog Lamps | Rear LED | Standard |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | Standard |
| Headlamps | Yes | Standard |
| Headlight Type | Yes | Standard |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Spec | ORA 5 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 225/60 R18 | 195/55 R16 |
| Spare Wheel Type | Temporary T135/90 D17 | Compact |
| Wheel Rim Size | 18-inch alloy | Standard |
| Handbrake Type | Electronic parking brake | Not Applicable |
| Wheel Type | - | Standard |
| Front Brake Type | - | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | - | Drum |
| Brake Type Front | - | Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Temporary T135/90 D17 | Compact |
| Tyre Type | - | 195/55 R16 |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Not Available |
| Brakes | - | Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Standard |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Standard |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Compact |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Standard |
| Wheel Material | - | Standard |
| Wheels | - | Standard |
| Spec | ORA 5 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson independent | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link independent | Torsion Beam |
| Electric Power Steering | Yes | - |
| Front Track Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Track Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Power Steering | - | Electric |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Front Spring Type | - | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Torsion Beam |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Front |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson independent | MacPherson Strut |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Torsion Beam |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link independent | Torsion Beam |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut |
| Spec | ORA 5 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 12 months / 15,000 km | - |
| Service Plan | 7 years / 75,000 km; 12 months / 15,000 km intervals | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Battery Warranty | - | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Plan Duration | 7 years / 75,000 km; 12 months / 15,000 km intervals | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 7 years / 75,000 km; 12 months / 15,000 km intervals | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Spec | ORA 5 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km tailpipe | 128 g/km |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Not Applicable | Petrol |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Particulate Filter | - | Not Available |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 4 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 128 |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 128 |
| Spec | ORA 5 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | A home-charging buyer who wants the ORA 5 electric powertrain and every locally listed comfort, convenience and driver-assistance feature. | Top |
| Price Zar | 599900 ZAR | 375900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | the electric flagship and highest-priced ORA 5 | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | R599,900 | 375900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 599900 | 375900 |
| Spec | ORA 5 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Roadside Assistance | 7 years / unlimited km | 3 Years |
| Warranty | 7 years / 200,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| High-voltage Battery Warranty | 8 years / 150,000 km | - |
| Warranty Years | 7 years / 200,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 7 years / 200,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 7 years / unlimited km | 3 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 7 years / 200,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 7 years / unlimited km | 3 Years |
| Spec | ORA 5 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | - | Not Available |
| Departure Angle | - | Not Available |
| Wading Depth | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | - | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | - | Not Applicable |
| 4WD System Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Hill Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Breakover Angle | - | Not Available |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 185 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 185 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Spec | ORA 5 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 6.5 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 8 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 5.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 6.5 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 8 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This ORA 5 and Starlet Cross comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.
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Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.
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What the evidence means
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ORA 5 vs Starlet Cross questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
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Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.