GWM ORA 03 – South Africa’s Bargain of the Year!

In the grand automotive bazaar that is South Africa, the GWM ORA 03 is not just a new kid on the block – it’s more like a prodigy playing a winning hand. This electric marvel, hailed as the “Bargain of the Year” by the esteemed folks at Top Gear South Africa, is rewriting the rulebook on what it means to be both accessible and exceptional in the EV market.

Last week’s glamorous TopGear South Africa Awards, hosted at the Steyn City Helistop, was more than just a gathering of industry bigwigs. It was a testament to innovation and progress, where 24 awards were dished out like hot cakes, but the one that really turned heads was the GWM ORA 03 snagging the “Bargain of the Year.” It’s like finding a diamond in the rough, only this diamond is on four wheels and runs on electricity.

Bianca van Staden, the marketing maestro at GWM South Africa, couldn’t hide her glee. And why should she? The ORA team has been burning the midnight oil to deliver an electric dream that doesn’t burn a hole in your pocket. Introduced in November, the GWM ORA 03 made a grand entrance as South Africa’s most affordable electric chariot, boasting a range that leaves its competitors eating its dust.

Van Staden credits their engineers who started with a blank canvas and ended up with a masterpiece. This isn’t just about an attractive sticker price. It’s a package deal – great range, top-notch driving experience, and a feature list that reads like a Christmas wish list.

The TopGear judges, with their discerning eyes, saw through the sea of contenders and found their champion in the ORA. Avon Middleton, of Top Gear South Africa, notes how the ORA 03 isn’t just breaking barriers in affordability but also democratizing the EV space in the country.

It’s not just South Africa that’s singing praises. Over in the demanding UK market, the ORA was crowned the Which? Car Best Buy in the Medium-sized Car Category. It’s like winning an Oscar in the automotive world, especially with its blend of safety, luxury, and, of course, affordability.

The accolades don’t end there. In Europe, it bagged the safest five-star rating from the European New Car Assessment Programme and even clinched the Green NCAP Life Cycle Assessment Award. Talk about an overachiever – the GWM ORA 03 is not just about moving people; it’s about moving the industry forward.

Van Staden rightly points out that these are the kind of trophies usually reserved for the high-end, high-cost EVs. But here is the ORA 03, humbly priced at R686 950, sweeping awards for its engineering, eco-friendly design, and value-for-money.

The ORA 03 comes in four flavors, each as tempting as the last, all bundled with the GMW connectiveCARE charging system, a generous warranty, and a service plan that’s as long as the road ahead.

For those eager to join the ORA revolution, check out gwmora.co.za. It’s not just a purchase; it’s a statement – the future is electric, and it’s incredibly affordable.

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