GWM ORA 5 vs BYD Atto 3

The GWM ORA 5 starts from $30,900 before on-road costs, while the BYD Atto 3 opens at $39,990. That makes the GWM ORA 5 the more affordable entry point by $9,090.

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 $43,989 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 3 gets a 12.8-inch display and 5-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The BYD Atto 3 counters with ambient lighting. 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 3 responds with a Electric making 150kW and 310Nm, paired to a auto driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.9 seconds.

Power output is identical on paper, so the difference comes down to tuning, weight distribution, and suspension. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the BYD Atto 3 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 49.9kWh (BYD Atto 3), giving WLTP ranges of 435km and 345km. DC fast charging peaks at 120kW (GWM ORA 5) vs 70kW (BYD Atto 3).

The GWM ORA 5 measures 4,471mm long on a 2,720mm wheelbase, 16mm longer than the BYD Atto 3 at 4,455mm (2,720mm wheelbase).

Boot space is 362L in the GWM ORA 5 and 440L in the BYD Atto 3, giving the BYD Atto 3 a 78L advantage.

For towing, the BYD Atto 3 leads with a 750kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

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 3). The GWM ORA 5 has longer coverage.