5-year running cost · 15,000 km/yr · NSW
GWM Ora Funky CatVSToyota Corolla Ascent Sport
The Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport is cheaper to run — by $2,456 over 5 years (6% lower total cost), driven mostly by depreciation.
- 5-yr cheaper total
- $35,840
- Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport
- Saving vs rival
- $2,456
- 6% lower
- Cost per km
- $0
- vs $1
- Saving per year
- $491
- on average
Tale of the tape
Headline specs and running costs side by side.
| Metric | ⚡ GWM Ora Funky Cat | ⛽ Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Driveaway price | $42,990 | $33,990 |
| Powertrain | Electric (BEV) | Petrol · ULP 91 |
| Efficiency | 17.5 kWh/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Battery / fuel | 47.8 kWh battery | Petrol · ULP 91 |
| Range | ~255 km real-world | — |
| Annual energy / fuel | $580 | $1,999 |
Run the numbers yourself
interactivePre-loaded with the GWM Ora Funky Cat and Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport. Adjust the state, annual distance, ownership period and charging mix to match your situation.
EV Running Cost Calculator
Compare the true 5-year ownership cost of an electric car vs its petrol equivalent in Australia.
Ownership period
Electric
GWM Ora Funky Cat
- Energy / Fuel
- $2,901
- Registration
- $2,500
- Insurance
- $7,500
- Servicing
- $1,750
- Depreciation
- $23,645
5-Year Total
$38,296
$1/km · $7,659/yr
Petrol
Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport
- Energy / Fuel
- $9,994
- Registration
- $2,500
- Insurance
- $7,500
- Servicing
- $2,750
- Depreciation
- $15,296
5-Year Total
$38,040
$1/km · $7,608/yr
5-Year Cost Breakdown
Energy / Fuel
Registration
Insurance
Servicing
Depreciation
5-year cost breakdown
Every category, both vehicles, and the difference.
| Category | GWM Ora Funky Cat | Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy / fuel | $2,901 | $9,994 | −$7,093 |
| Registration | $2,500 | $2,500 | — |
| Insurance | $7,500 | $7,000 | +$500 |
| Servicing | $1,750 | $2,750 | −$1,000 |
| Depreciation | $23,645 | $13,596 | +$10,049 |
| Total (5 yrs) | $38,296 | $35,840 | $2,456 |
Which is cheaper to run?
Over 5 years of average Australian driving (15,000 km/year in NSW), the Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport costs $35,840 to own and run, against $38,296 for the GWM Ora Funky Cat. That is a $2,456 difference — about $491 a year, or $41 a month.
The single biggest swing is depreciation: across 5 years the gap is $10,049. Energy is where electric cars usually win — charging at home (especially on solar or off-peak rates) costs a fraction of petrol per kilometre — while the GWM Ora Funky Cat's higher purchase price can narrow the gap through depreciation.
Estimates use average NSW electricity and fuel prices, typical insurance and servicing for this segment, and a 5-year depreciation model. Your numbers will vary with tariffs, driving style and resale values — use the calculator above for a tailored figure.
FAQ
- Is the GWM Ora Funky Cat cheaper to run than the Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport?
- Over 5 years at 15,000 km/year in NSW, the GWM Ora Funky Cat costs $38,296 versus $35,840 for the Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport. The Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport is $2,456 cheaper overall, driven mainly by depreciation.
- How much does it cost to run the GWM Ora Funky Cat per year in Australia?
- Around $7,659 per year ($1/km), covering energy, registration, insurance, servicing and depreciation at 15,000 km/year in NSW.
- How much can I save switching from the GWM Ora Funky Cat to the Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport?
- About $2,456 over 5 years — roughly $491 per year. Use the calculator above to adjust the state, annual distance and charging mix for your situation.