GWM ORA 5 vs BYD Atto 2

The GWM ORA 5 starts from $30,900 before on-road costs, while the BYD Atto 2 opens at $31,990. That makes the GWM ORA 5 the more affordable entry point by $1,090.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $33,990 and $35,189 respectively.

Both models currently qualify for the electric-vehicle Fringe Benefits Tax exemption (battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold; battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold), a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The GWM ORA 5 features a 14.6-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the BYD Atto 2 gets a 10.1-inch display and 8.8-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The GWM ORA 5 stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and V2L — features our data doesn't list for the BYD Atto 2. The BYD Atto 2 counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The GWM ORA 5 uses a Electric producing 150kW and 260Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8 seconds.

The BYD Atto 2 responds with a Electric making 130kW and 290Nm, paired to a auto driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.9 seconds.

The GWM ORA 5 has the clear power advantage at 150kW vs 130kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the BYD Atto 2 is 0.1s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 58.3kWh (GWM ORA 5) vs 51.1kWh (BYD Atto 2), giving WLTP ranges of 435km and 345km. DC fast charging peaks at 120kW (GWM ORA 5) vs 82kW (BYD Atto 2).

The GWM ORA 5 measures 4,471mm long on a 2,720mm wheelbase, 161mm longer than the BYD Atto 2 at 4,310mm (2,620mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GWM ORA 5 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 362L in the GWM ORA 5 and 380L in the BYD Atto 2, giving the BYD Atto 2 a 18L advantage.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (GWM ORA 5) vs 6 years / 150,000km (BYD Atto 2). The GWM ORA 5 has longer coverage.