KATHMANDU: Great Wall Motor’s new energy brand Ora has brought its new compact electric SUV, the Ora 5, to Nepal.
The SUV has been imported by VG Impex, the authorized distributor of GWM vehicles in Nepal. The company is expected to start sales soon.
VG Impex currently sells the Ora 03 hatchback in the Nepali market.
The Ora 5 will compete in Nepal’s growing compact EV SUV segment against models like the BYD Atto 2, MG S5, Omoda E5, Leapmotor B10, Deepal S05, Hyundai Creta EV, Mahindra BE 6 and Tata Curvv EV.
The SUV is powered by a 58.3 kWh LFP battery produced by Svolt. According to the company, it can deliver more than 430 km range on a full charge. It gets a 99 kW electric motor.
The Ora 5 measures 4471 mm in length, 1883 mm in width and 1641 mm in height. It has a 2720 mm wheelbase.
Inside the cabin, the SUV gets a 15.6-inch floating infotainment screen and a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster. Other features include a flat-bottom steering wheel, physical control switches, wireless charger and a 1.65 square meter panoramic sunroof.
The SUV comes with 18-inch alloy wheels, circular headlamps and LED tail lamps. It also features a roof-mounted LiDAR system.
The Ora 5 gets a distinctive body design inspired by the Ora 03. The rear design, stylish alloy wheels and smart spoiler give it a modern look.
GWM has equipped the EV with 27 sensors, including roof LiDAR. It also features the company’s Coffee Pilot Ultra advanced driver assistance system.
