Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the GWM Ora Good Cat is the more practical ownership proposition: its 57.7-kWh battery is rated for 400 km, it has a 2,650-mm wheelbase and carries five people with 250 litres of boot space. The RM21,100 gap also brings adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera. The Suzuki Swift Sport is 540 kg lighter, reaches 205 km/h against 150 km/h, and its 140-hp turbo petrol engine pairs with a six-speed automatic and paddle shifts. Choose it for the more performance-led mechanical package, not equipment depth.
Pick the GWM Ora Good Cat if you want a 400-km EV range, longer 5-year/150,000-km warranty and a far fuller ADAS and convenience list for less money.
Pick the Suzuki Swift Sport if you want the 140-hp turbo petrol powertrain, six-speed automatic with paddle shifts and a 540-kg weight advantage.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Ora Good Cat RM109,800; Suzuki Swift Sport RM130,900.
- Powertrain: Ora Good Cat has one 143-hp/210-Nm electric motor; Swift Sport has a 1,373-cc 140-hp/230-Nm turbo four-cylinder.
- Range/economy: Ora Good Cat is rated at 400 km from a 57.7-kWh battery; Swift Sport is rated at 6.1 L/100 km with a 37-litre tank.
- Top speed: Ora Good Cat 150 km/h; Swift Sport 205 km/h.
- Kerb weight: Ora Good Cat 1,510 kg; Swift Sport 970 kg.
- Wheelbase: Ora Good Cat 2,650 mm; Swift Sport 2,450 mm.
Ora Good Cat
- 400-km EV range and 60-kW DC charging
- Adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring
- 5-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty plus 8-year/180,000-km battery cover
- 150-km/h top speed trails the Swift Sport's 205 km/h
- At 1,510 kg, it is 540 kg heavier
- 250-litre boot is 15 litres smaller
Swift Sport
- 140-hp/230-Nm turbo petrol engine with six-speed automatic and paddle shifts
- 970-kg kerb weight
- 265-litre boot and space-saver spare tyre
- Costs RM21,100 more
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist
- 3-year/100,000-km warranty is shorter than the Ora Good Cat's cover
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,800✓ | RM130,900 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM80 | RM70✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,373 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 140 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 230 Nm at 2,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 73 mm × 81.9 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.9 |
| 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 | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 6AT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 6.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 205 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,235 mm | 3,890 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm | 1,735 mm |
| Height | 1,596 mm | 1,495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 2,450 mm |
| Weight | 1,510 kg | 970 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 37 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 250 litres | 265 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R18 | 195/50R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/50R18 | 195/50R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | GitiComfort 225 V1 | Yokohama Advan A13C |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front 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 for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Driver and Front Passenger |
| Safety Notes | Rear Collision Waring, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Braking, Emergency Lane Keeping, Door Open Warning | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED | LED 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, Driver's seat height adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-Folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with PM2.5 filter | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | — |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear, 1 USB for Dashcam | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Front Cabin Light |
| 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 | 7.0" Touchscreen Radio DVD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth, Navigation and 6 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | All Four Windows, Driver Auto 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 | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Lane Change Assist | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 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 & Swift Sport for sale
Ora Good Cat vs Swift Sport FAQ
Is the GWM Ora Good Cat or Suzuki Swift Sport better?
The Ora Good Cat is better for EV running, safety assistance and warranty coverage, with 400 km of rated range and autonomous braking. The Swift Sport suits buyers who prioritise its 970-kg weight, turbo petrol power and 205-km/h top speed.
What is the price difference?
The Suzuki Swift Sport costs RM21,100 more than the GWM Ora Good Cat: RM130,900 versus RM109,800.
Which has more advanced safety equipment?
The Ora Good Cat does. It has autonomous braking, blind-spot information, lane-keeping steering correction, rear cross-traffic alert and a 360-degree camera; the Swift Sport has none of those listed.
