Head-to-head
GWM Ora vs GAC Aion UT
The GAC Aion UT starts $3,000 (9%) below the GWM Ora. Here's how that price gap plays out across range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · Hatch
GWM Ora
Retro-styled small hatch from Great Wall Motor, the Ora targets style-led city buyers. Its distinctive face and round headlights have earned it the unofficial nickname 'electric VW Beetle'.
- From
- $33,990
- Range
- 310 km
- Battery
- 48 kWh
Option B · Hatch
GAC Aion UT
GAC's electric small hatch — 60 kWh LFP battery, 430 km WLTP range, and an 8-year / 200,000 km battery warranty. Aggressive launch pricing at $30,990 for the first 600 buyers.
- From
- $30,990
- Range
- 430 km
- Battery
- 60 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the GWM Ora and GAC Aion UT, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage GAC Aion UT
The GAC Aion UT goes 120 km further on a charge (430 vs 310 km WLTP).
- 2
Battery · advantage GAC Aion UT
The GAC Aion UT carries a 12.0 kWh larger battery (60 vs 48 kWh).
- 3
Boot · advantage GAC Aion UT
The GAC Aion UT swallows 93 L more cargo with the rear seats up (321 vs 228 L).
- 4
DC charging · advantage GAC Aion UT
The GAC Aion UT accepts 20 kW more DC peak charging (87 vs 67 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 5
Price · advantage GAC Aion UT
The GAC Aion UT undercuts the GWM Ora by $3,000 (9%) on starting price.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the GWM Ora wins
Trails the GAC Aion UT on the core specs we measure.
Where the GAC Aion UT wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $3,000
- ▸ 120 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (7.3s vs 8.5s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (87 kW vs 67 kW)
- ▸ Longer warranty (8 years)
GWM Ora
What we like
- ✓ Distinctive retro styling
- ✓ Generous standard equipment
- ✓ 7-year vehicle warranty
What we don't
- ✕ Small boot limits practicality
- ✕ Range trails newer rivals
- ✕ Driver assistance is over-eager
GAC Aion UT
What we like
- ✓ Class-leading 8-year vehicle warranty (unlimited km)
- ✓ Generous 200,000 km battery warranty distance
- ✓ Quick 24-min DC charge (10-80%)
What we don't
- ✕ GAC service network is brand new in Australia
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ Launch pricing rises after first 600 orders
Frequently asked: GWM Ora vs GAC Aion UT
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the GWM Ora or the GAC Aion UT?
- The GAC Aion UT is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $30,990 versus $33,990 for the GWM Ora, a $3,000 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The GAC Aion UT has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 430 km, 120 km further than the GWM Ora's 310 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The GAC Aion UT accepts a peak DC charging rate of 87 kW versus 67 kW for the GWM Ora. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The GAC Aion UT does 0–100 km/h in 7.3 seconds — 1.2 s quicker than the GWM Ora's 8.5 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Is the GAC Aion UT better value than the GWM Ora?
- On paper the GAC Aion UT is $3,000 cheaper AND beats the GWM Ora on most of the headline specs we measure — meaning by spec-sheet logic it's the stronger value play. What a spec sheet can't capture: brand prestige, dealer network depth, build feel, software polish, and likely resale.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
GAC Aion UT
if…
- ✓ you want to save $3,000 on the sticker
- ✓ maximum range matters (120 km further per charge)
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you regularly load it up (93 L more boot)
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.