Suv Electric Automatic Front Wheel Drive 5-seat

Gwm Ora 5

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Flagship Ora 5 Extended Range — 75 kWh battery, 440 km WLTP range at R619,900, R115,000 below Volvo EX30 Extended.
ZAR 619,900
On-road in
ZAR 638,338
Ex-showroom ZAR 619,900
150kW (201 bhp) 225Nm (166 lb-ft) 165mm GC (6.5″) 410L boot (14.5 cu ft)

Hover or tap any pill for a plain-English explanation. Bracketed values show common equivalents (bhp, lb-ft, inches, cu ft).

Fuel Economy km per litre · (US mpg)
City 16.0 km/l (38 mpg)
Highway 12.5 km/l (29 mpg)

On-road varies by dealer. Fuel figures blend manufacturer claims and South Africa owner reports — your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and how heavy your right foot is.

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Last checked on 2026-06-09 • Verified by the Hagalu team

Gwm Ora 5 — Extended Range

Flagship Ora 5 Extended Range — 75 kWh battery, 440 km WLTP range at R619,900, R115,000 below Volvo EX30 Extended.

The Ora 5 Extended Range adds R70,000 over the Standard Range and unlocks the larger 75 kWh battery with 440 km WLTP range (real-world 380-420 km). For SA buyers needing genuine long-distance capability with home charging, this is the variant that earns its keep. Equipment over Standard Range includes panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, genuine leather upholstery, and the 9-speaker premium audio. The driver-assistance suite is expanded with adaptive cruise control with stop-go and lane-change assist. For SA buyers comparing this against the Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended at R735,000, the Ora 5 Extended Range saves R115,000 with comparable range and superior cabin equipment.

Who buys this: Buyer seeking this combination of equipment, powertrain and price within ora-5.

City
Suits SA city driving as detailed in summary.
Highway
Highway capability detailed in summary.
Off-Road
Off-road capability depends on drivetrain — see summary.

Gwm Ora 5 — Quick Facts

Gwm Ora 5 Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
Standard Range Base Electric (430) Automatic ZAR 549,900
Extended Range Top Electric (560) Automatic ZAR 619,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
Standard Range Base Electric (430) Automatic ZAR 549,900
Extended Range Top Electric (560) Automatic ZAR 619,900
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Gwm Ora 5 Specifications

Engine
Electric Motor (Front Mounted)
Engine Type
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Electric Motor
Engine Type Config
Single Front-Mounted Electric Motor
Cylinder Layout
Electric Motor
Cylinders
0
Engine Aspiration
Electric
Fuel System
Electric
Fuel Grade Required
Electric
Charging Port
Type 2 AC + CCS2 DC
AC Charging Time
5.5 Hours (7.4kW AC)
Battery Capacity
76 kWh
EV Range
560 km
Power
150 kW
Power
201 bhp
Torque
225 Nm
0–100 km/h
7.1 sec
Top Speed
175 km/h
Engine Position
Front Mounted Motor
Maximum Engine RPM
12,000 rpm
Variable Valve Timing
No
Engine Displacement
0 cc

Extended Range — Should You Buy It?

Clear positioning within the ora-5 range.

Direct comparison to siblings and rivals in summary.

What's Good
  • 75 kWh battery with 440 km WLTP range (380-420 km real-world)
  • Larger battery enables genuine long-distance touring without intermediate charging
  • Panoramic sunroof and ventilated front seats standard
  • Genuine leather upholstery with 8-way electric driver adjustment
  • Adaptive cruise control with stop-go capability and lane-change assist
  • 9-speaker premium audio system
  • R115,000 cheaper than Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended with comparable range
  • 150 kW electric motor delivers strong performance plus efficiency
  • 5-year/100,000 km warranty plus 8-year/180,000 km battery warranty
Watch Out For
  • Real-world highway range at 120 km/h drops to 380-420 km
  • DC fast charging time longer than Standard Range (38 minutes vs 28 minutes)
  • R70,000 premium over Standard Range — value depends on actual range needs
  • Single front-mounted motor — no AWD option
  • SA public charging infrastructure remains limited outside major metros

Gwm Ora 5 FAQs

The Gwm Ora 5 has 165 mm of ground clearance — enough for SA speed bumps, gravel driveways, and light dirt roads without catching the underside.

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