Verdict
At RM109,800, the GWM Ora Good Cat costs RM23,900 more than the RM85,900 Honda City Hatchback, but it replaces petrol with a 57.7-kWh battery, 400-km range and a 143-hp, 210-Nm motor. Its wheelbase is 50 mm longer at 2,650 mm, while the cabin gets a 360-degree camera and 10.25-inch touchscreen. The Honda fights back with a 289-litre boot, 39 litres more than the Ora’s, and a full-size spare tyre. Choose based on charging access and equipment; both are front-wheel-drive B-segment hatchbacks with six airbags.
Pick the GWM Ora Good Cat if you can charge regularly and want 400 km of EV range, stronger 143-hp/210-Nm output and far richer parking and cabin equipment.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback if you want to spend RM23,900 less, carry more luggage and retain a full-size spare tyre.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Ora Good Cat RM109,800; Honda City Hatchback RM85,900.
- Powertrain: GWM Ora Good Cat 143 hp and 210 Nm electric motor; Honda City Hatchback 119 hp and 145 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine.
- Range/fuel: GWM Ora Good Cat 57.7-kWh battery and 400 km EV range; Honda City Hatchback 40-litre petrol tank.
- Wheelbase: GWM Ora Good Cat 2,650 mm; Honda City Hatchback 2,600 mm.
- Boot space: GWM Ora Good Cat 250 litres; Honda City Hatchback 289 litres.
- Top speed: GWM Ora Good Cat 150 km/h; Honda City Hatchback 195 km/h.
Ora Good Cat
- 400-km EV range from a 57.7-kWh battery
- 143 hp and 210 Nm, ahead of the Honda’s 119 hp and 145 Nm
- 360-degree camera, auto parking and six front/rear parking sensors
- Costs RM23,900 more
- 250-litre boot is 39 litres smaller
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Honda’s full-size spare
City Hatchback
- RM85,900 entry price
- 289-litre boot and full-size spare tyre
- 195-km/h top speed and paddle shifts
- 119 hp and 145 Nm trail the Ora’s 143 hp and 210 Nm
- No blind spot information system, rear cross traffic alert or 360-degree camera
- Manual air-conditioning and a four-speaker radio trail the Ora’s automatic climate control and six-speaker touchscreen
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,800 | RM85,900✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM80✓ | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 119 hp at 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | — | 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 73 mm × 89.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.6 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 143 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 210 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 57.7 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 400 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 10.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 195 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,235 mm | 4,350 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm | 1,748 mm |
| Height | 1,596 mm | 1,488 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Weight | 1,510 kg | 1,149 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 250 litres | 289 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R18 | 185/60R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/50R18 | 185/60R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full size |
| Factory Tyres | GitiComfort 225 V1 | Continental UltraContact UC6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 15" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 15" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Collision Waring, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Braking, Emergency Lane Keeping, Door Open Warning | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 6-way Power Adjustable Driver Seat with Memory and Massage Functions, 4-way Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with PM2.5 filter | Manual Air-con |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | — |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear, 1 USB for Dashcam | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear, 1 Rear Armrest | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Yes | — |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers | Radio with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Driver Side One Touch Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | — |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Lane Change Assist | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/180,000-km High Voltage Battery Warranty | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Ora Good Cat & City Hatchback for sale
Ora Good Cat vs City Hatchback FAQ
Is the GWM Ora Good Cat or Honda City Hatchback better?
The Ora Good Cat is better for buyers with dependable charging, stronger motor output and more driver-assistance and convenience equipment. The City Hatchback is the better lower-cost choice if you need a larger boot, 289 litres versus 250 litres, and a full-size spare.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Ora Good Cat costs RM109,800 and the Honda City Hatchback costs RM85,900, so the difference is RM23,900.
Which hatchback has more boot space?
The Honda City Hatchback has the larger boot at 289 litres. The GWM Ora Good Cat has 250 litres, a 39-litre deficit.
