GWM Ora Good Cat has been discontinued — this model is no longer sold new in South Africa. All specifications, variants and pricing shown below are for historical reference. See current GWM models still on sale.
Hatchback Electric Automatic FWD 5-seat

GWM Ora Good Cat

Historical South African specifications and last-listed pricing

Model year 2026 Generation First generation Ora Good Cat, sold in South Africa from 2022 to 2024. Discontinued in favour of the newer Ora 5. Body style Hatchback
Ora Good Cat is a discontinued South African Hatchback with historical specifications for used-car research.
ZAR 499,900 · last listed
Last listed price ZAR 499,900
Torque:155Nm (114 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:160mm (6.3″) Power:105kW (141 bhp) Electric Range:420km Total Driving Range:420km Battery:63kWh Boot228L (8.0 cu ft)

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GWM Ora Good Cat

Ora Good Cat is a discontinued South African Hatchback with historical specifications for used-car research.

The Good Cat brought the Ora sub-brand to SA — Ora is GWM's dedicated electric vehicle division — and introduced South African buyers to Chinese EV technology at price points that undercut established European electric alternatives. Two variants were offered locally — Standard Range at R449,900 with a 48 kWh battery and 310 km WLTP range, and Extended Range at R499,900 with a 63 kWh battery and 420 km WLTP range. Both used a single front-mounted electric motor producing 105 kW and 210 Nm of torque. Real-world performance in SA conditions was characteristically EV — quick off-the-line acceleration thanks to instant motor torque, quiet operation, and one-pedal driving with adjustable regenerative braking. Real-world range was approximately 280 km on the Standard Range and 380 km on the Extended Range in mixed SA driving — the WLTP figures proved generous in practice, as is common with most EVs in SA conditions. The newer Ora 5 took its place at a slightly higher price point and with more conventional crossover-SUV styling that GWM judged more aligned with SA buyer preferences. Used prices range from R275,000 to R395,000 depending on year, mileage and trim. Battery health checks are essential for any used EV purchase, and the GWM SA dealer network can provide proper assessment. Good Cat received no significant facelifts during its two-year SA production run, though software updates refined battery management and driver-assistance behaviour for SA conditions. First generation Ora Good Cat, sold in South Africa from 2022 to 2024. Single front-mounted permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor producing 105 kW and 210 Nm of torque. Standard Range uses 48 kWh battery; Extended Range uses 63 kWh battery. Two variants — Standard Range at R449,900 (48 kWh battery, 310 km WLTP range, synthetic leather, retro-themed cabin) and Extended Range at R499,900 (63 kWh battery, 420 km WLTP range, leather, additional equipment). The Ora Good Cat is not best understood by one headline number. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a hatchback body, Electric power and engine of Battery-electric powertrain. Ora Good Cat is discontinued in South Africa, so a used example should be judged by condition, service history, parts support and remaining cover rather than a new-car price promise

GWM Ora Good Cat — Quick Facts

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Standard Range Discontinued Base Electric 310 km Electric range310 km Total driving range420 km Automatic ZAR 449,900last listed
Extended Range Discontinued Top Electric 420 km Electric range420 km Automatic ZAR 499,900last listed
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
Standard Range Discontinued Base Electric 310 km Electric range310 km Total driving range420 km Automatic ZAR 449,900last listed
Extended Range Discontinued Top Electric 420 km Electric range420 km Automatic ZAR 499,900last listed
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GWM Ora Good Cat Specifications

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Where the GWM Ora Good Cat Fits Best

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Who buys this

A shopper researching Ora Good Cat should separate need from showroom appeal. The best buyer for Ora Good Cat can describe a recurring reason for choosing its hatchback layout. That may be the space for a family, the access needed for work or the cost of keeping a second vehicle for Ora Good Cat. Start with passengers, cargo, parking, monthly kilometres and road surface for Ora Good Cat. Then compare a Single-Speed Reduction Gear transmission and a Single-Speed Fixed Ratio transmission with insurance, tyres, maintenance and the monthly finance payment for Ora Good Cat

City
Style-conscious early-EV adopters in South Africa, typically urban professionals with predictable daily mileage and access to home or workplace charging. Around town, Ora Good Cat should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of a Single-Speed Reduction Gear transmission becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a Single-Speed Fixed Ratio transmission is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading
Highway
Standard Range owners typically planned highway trips around fast-charge stops; Extended Range owners had more flexibility. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Ora Good Cat out with the load it normally carries. Electric power gives context, but a number cannot show how engine of Battery-electric powertrain feels on a gradient
Off-Road
If the Ora Good Cat will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. Check a Single-Speed Fixed Ratio transmission against the stated drivetrain. The rough-road question has to be answered by hardware for Ora Good Cat. On a known gravel or farm access section, inspect clearance, tyre sidewalls, underbody exposure, approach angles and recovery access for Ora Good Cat. A listed ground clearance of 160 may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor electric alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability for Ora Good Cat. Keep the speed and route within what the exact local derivative can support for Ora Good Cat

GWM Ora Good Cat — Should You Buy It?

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A used-buying option only when condition, history and remaining support justify the price.

For buyers who connect with the Good Cat's distinctive styling, it remains a charming and capable used EV option. Touchscreen infotainment with Bluetooth and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto on Extended Range. Ora Good Cat is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in a hatchback body and accept the limitation represented by a power output of 105 kW. A fair review of Ora Good Cat should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a Front Wheel Drive drivetrain, a front-wheel drive drivetrain and a listed ground clearance of 160 can be valuable for the right driver for Ora Good Cat. The same package may feel expensive or inconvenient if the vehicle spends its life in a different role for Ora Good Cat. Drive the exact version loaded as it will be used, then read the service, warranty, tyre and insurance costs beside the purchase price for Ora Good Cat

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: Hatchback
  • ✓Fuel type: Electric
  • ✓Engine: Battery-electric powertrain
  • ✓Power output: 105 kW
  • ✓Transmission: Single-Speed Reduction Gear
  • ✓Gearbox: Single-Speed Fixed Ratio
  • ✓Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive
  • ✓Drive layout: FWD
  • ✓Ground clearance: 160
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Ora Good Cat can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Ora Good Cat depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Ora Good Cat quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Ora Good Cat budget.
  • ✕A short Ora Good Cat test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Ora Good Cat capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Ora Good Cat grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Ora Good Cat figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Ora Good Cat stock and support terms.

GWM Ora Good Cat FAQs

The retained historical listing for the GWM Ora Good Cat shows R449,900 to R499,900, depending on the derivative. These are reference prices from its period on sale, not current new-vehicle offers.

A shopper researching Ora Good Cat should separate need from showroom appeal. The best buyer for Ora Good Cat can describe a recurring reason for choosing its hatchback layout.

Style-conscious early-EV adopters in South Africa, typically urban professionals with predictable daily mileage and access to home or workplace charging. Around town, Ora Good Cat should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration.

Standard Range owners typically planned highway trips around fast-charge stops; Extended Range owners had more flexibility. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Ora Good Cat out with the load it normally carries.

Buyers researching the GWM Ora Good Cat often compare it with rivals such as Toyota Corolla Hatch , Mazda Mazda3 , Suzuki Swift Sport , BYD DOLPHIN , Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — range, charging, performance, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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