Description
The all-new GWM ORA 5 has landed in South Africa – and the running costs are ridiculous. In this full review, Ciro De Siena puts the electric version through its paces on local roads and breaks down whether this could actually work as a daily driver or second car in SA.
We cover real-world energy consumption, ride quality, cabin comfort, practicality, features like V2L camping power, and how it compares to the old ORA 03 and rivals like the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.
00:00 – Intro & First Impressions
02:15 – Design & Size (Mini Countryman vibes?)
05:40 – Interior, Space & Boot
09:10 – Driving the ORA 5 EV – Performance & Refinement
13:25 – The Big One: Running Costs (R45 vs R250 per 100km)
17:50 – Ride Comfort, Noise & SA Road Manners
21:30 – Features, V2L & Driving Modes
24:10 – Verdict: Who Should Buy the ORA 5 EV?
The ORA 5 is offered with petrol, hybrid AND full electric powertrains – a first for South Africa. Is the EV version the smart choice right now?
Drop your thoughts in the comments: Would you go full EV, wait for the hybrid, or stick with petrol?
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