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GWM Ora EV hatch dead, being replaced by identically priced SUV
Executive Summary
Summary: GWM has discontinued the Ora electric hatchback in Australia, replacing it with the identically priced Ora 5 small SUV launching in June. Despite being 236mm longer on a different platform, the Ora 5 starts at $33,990 drive-away. GWM plans further Ora range expansion this year.
Brands mentioned: GWM, BYD, MG, GAC Aion, Chery
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