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Since May 2026 From July onward Great Wall Motors Motor (GWM) has accelerated the global rollout of deepened its Ora rollout. In New Zealand the Ora 5 compact C‑SUV across a widening set of markets and power‑train options. After opening SUV sold out its first dedicated showroom in Kingston, Jamaica (June 3) 100‑unit batch within days, prompting a second allocation and announcing a Europe‑focused version for Spain, GWM landed its first European shipment target of 500 vehicles about 100 units per month; pricing starts at NZ$36,990 and a seven‑year unlimited‑kilometre warranty applies. Spain saw the Port of Barcelona model on sale in mid‑June May with gasoline, plug‑in hybrid and released official pricing – €26,950 fully electric trims priced from €19,950 to €38,135, and GWM aims for a 50‑dealer network by year‑end. The company broadened the Ora 5’s powertrain mix in Europe, unveiling a 1.5 L‑plus‑dual‑motor hybrid delivering 187 hp and WLTP CO₂ emissions of 117 g/km, alongside gasoline model and fully electric versions priced between €24,990 and €36,000 in Italy and comparable rates in Spain. A wholly‑owned Spanish subsidiary Germany. In Australia the SUV was established in late June, targeting 50 dealer outlets nationwide and offering positioned as a seven‑year/150,000‑km warranty, while the same month the Ora 5 low‑cost electric hatchback debuted in Colombia option, priced AU$33,990‑AU$36,990 with a 58.3 kWh LFP battery and a WLTP range of 435 km. In early July GWM announced a major product expansion, adding eight new models to New Zealand, doubling its Australian range V2L capability. Further European and introducing South‑American launches followed: Italy received the three‑power‑train Ora 5 alongside the Haval H7 in Spain, supported by range at €26,950, while Brazil opened reservations for a logistics hub 204 hp electric version (R$159,900), selling over 2,000 units in the Netherlands. Detailed Spanish launch specs on 3 July highlighted three power‑train choices, dual central displays, wireless charging 24 hours and announcing a comprehensive ADAS suite, with prices from €19,950 future manufacturing complex in Espírito Santo capable of 200,000 vehicles annually. Parallel to €23,850. July’s sales report showed the SUV push, GWM refreshed the retro‑styled Ora Ballet Cat, increasing motor output to 150 kW (204 hp), top speed to 180 km/h and hinting at a 3.5 % YoY increase rename to 108,067 units, driven by Ora 6 for future European entry. An interior‑focused update highlighted a 50.9 % rise in overseas deliveries, 14.6‑inch central screen, 10.25‑inch digital cluster and extensive eco‑leather and ambient‑lighting options. A gender‑targeted variant added cosmetic‑storage features and a “Warm Man Mode,” sparking criticism but underscoring GWM’s diversified product strategy. In August GWM unveiled opened its first Nitmotor dealership in Valencia, Spain, adding the European Ora 5 EV – a 58.3 kWh LFP model delivering up to 435 km (combined) and 600 km (urban), fast DC charging to 80 % in ~30 minutes, V2L capability its local lineup, and recyclable antibacterial interior materials. continued its South‑American expansion with the announced Aracruz EV plant.