GWM ORA 5 vs Skoda Kamiq

The GWM ORA 5 starts from $30,900 before on-road costs, while the Skoda Kamiq opens at $30,900. Both land at the same RRP, so on-road costs and dealer deals become the real differentiator.

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. Estimated driveaway prices sit around $33,990 for the GWM ORA 5 and $33,990 for the Skoda Kamiq.

The GWM ORA 5 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Skoda Kamiq, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

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

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 Skoda Kamiq gets a 8.3-inch display and 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 that you will not find on the Skoda Kamiq. The Skoda Kamiq counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the GWM ORA 5 gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Skoda Kamiq offers cloth. Climate control is 1-zone in the GWM ORA 5 and 2-zone in the Skoda Kamiq.

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 Skoda Kamiq responds with a Petrol making 85kW and 200Nm, paired to a 7-speed dsg driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 10.1 seconds.

The GWM ORA 5 has the clear power advantage at 150kW vs 85kW. In the real-world sprint, the GWM ORA 5 is 2.1s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The GWM ORA 5 measures 4,471mm long on a 2,720mm wheelbase, 230mm longer than the Skoda Kamiq at 4,241mm (2,651mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GWM ORA 5 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 362L in the GWM ORA 5 and 400L in the Skoda Kamiq, giving the Skoda Kamiq a 38L advantage.

For towing, the Skoda Kamiq leads with a 1,200kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 450kg 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 7 years / 999,999km (Skoda Kamiq). Both match on warranty length.