GWM Ora 5 first drive: A new electric SUV at an affordable price

GWM has launched the Ora 5 electric SUV in Australia, priced from $33,990. The vehicle features a 150 kW motor, a 58.3 kWh battery providing 430 km of range, and improved build quality compared to previous models.
Why it matters
The entry of affordable, high-range electric SUVs is accelerating EV adoption in the Australian market by providing competitive alternatives to established brands.
Chinese car maker GWM has launched a model in Australia – a small electric SUV known as the Ora 5 with a driveway price of from just $33,990. It arrived in showrooms in June, and we had the opportunity to spend some time with it at an event in Melbourne.
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