GWM ORA 5 SUV Home Charger (NZ): Best Wall Chargers, Cables & Charging Times

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Looking for the right GWM ORA 5 SUV home wall charger in New Zealand? This guide covers everything: which EV wall charger to install at home, how fast the ORA 5 SUV charges, and what cable you need for public AC chargers.

The GWM ORA 5 SUV 100% electric compact crossover with a 58.33kWh battery delivering up to 435km of WLTC range. Home charging is via a 6.6kW single-phase onboard charger — perfect for any NZ home — and the ORA 5 SUV also supports 120kW DC fast charging (10–80% in ~30 minutes). It even features Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) with up to 6kW output, so you can power devices and appliances wherever you go.

Official GWM ORA 5 SUV NZ Page

GWM ORA 5 SUV Specification Lux / Ultra
Battery (capacity) 58.33kWh
Pure-electric range 435km (WLTC)
Energy consumption 15.5kWh/100km
Motor / Drive 150kW / 260Nm — front-wheel drive
0–100km/h ~8 seconds
Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) Up to 6kW output
Max AC charging (home) 6.6kW (single-phase)
Max DC fast charging 120kW
Typical DC session 10–80% in ~30 minutes (conditions apply)
Typical full AC charge (6.6kW) ~6.6 hours (0–100%)

Best Home Wall Chargers for the GWM ORA 5 SUV

Fast, reliable home charging — get the most from your 435km range every day

The ORA 5 SUV charges at up to 6.6kW on AC via its onboard charger. A standard 7kW / 32A wall charger is the ideal home setup — the car will draw its full 6.6kW limit, and the wallbox is future-proofed for your next EV. A full home charge takes about 8.5 hours from 10% to 100% — so an overnight plug-in will be 100% by morning.

Choose your home charging style:
• Tethered wall charger (fixed cable): the easiest daily experience — plug in and go
• Untethered wall charger (socket only): use your own Type 2 cable — great if you share a charger between vehicles or want one cable for home and public AC charging
• Solar-aware charger: if you have solar, a smart charger that diverts excess solar means you can charge the ORA 5 SUV for free during the day

32a Smart EV charger with attached Type 2 cable and wifi

Smart EV Wall charger with DLB includes 6m cable & WIFI

$780.00 inc. GST
32a 22kW wall charger type 2 socket with wifi

Smart EV Wall charger with DLB and WIFI 7.4kW

Price range: $689.00 through $850.00 inc. GST
Type 2 to Type 2 ev charging cable

Type 2 to Type 2 charge cable 32a 7kW

Price range: $175.00 through $355.00 inc. GST

GWM ORA 5 SUV charge times (home) — quick guide

Estimates below assume charging from 10% to 100% with typical wall-to-battery efficiency. The ORA 5 SUV’s onboard charger caps AC charging at 6.6kW (single-phase).

Home charging setup Approx. power Est. time (10% → 100%)
Included (8A) / standard socket ~1.8kW ~29 hours
Portable charger (10A) ~2.3kW ~23 hours
16A charger (caravan/commando style) ~3.7kW ~14 hours
7kW wall charger (32A, capped to 6.6kW by car) 6.6kW ~8 hours

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Public charging with the GWM ORA 5 SUV (NZ)

As a full EV, the ORA 5 SUV supports both Type 2 AC and CCS2 DC fast charging, so you have the full range of public charging options in NZ.

DC fast charging
The ORA 5 SUV can DC fast charge at up to 120kW, with a quoted 10–80% session in approximately 30 minutes on a compatible rapid charger (conditions apply). That’s genuinely useful on longer trips — you can top up to 80% in a coffee break and get back on the road.

Type 2 AC chargers
AC public chargers are slower, making them ideal when you’re parked in one spot for a while — at a mall, hotel, gym or workplace. Some have a Type 2 cable already attached, while others are “bring-your-own-cable” and need your own Type 2 to Type 2 cable. The ORA 5 SUV charges at its full 6.6kW from these. PlugShare is handy for checking what’s available at your destination before you leave.

Popular Apps for Fast charging 

Provider Notes Apple App Android App
ChargeNet Largest network nationwide Download Download
BP Fast chargers at key sites Download Download
Z Energy Fast chargers at selected stations Download Download
Tesla Most NZ Superchargers are open to non-Tesla Download Download

What cable do I need for public AC charging?

We recommend a Type 2 to Type 2 cable (7kW-rated).
A 5m length suits most public AC bays and parking layouts.

Vehicle to Load

The Ora supports Vehicle to load. Allowing you to power your devices during a power cut. Or power appliances while camping.  While the vehicle is capable of 6kW output, it’s limited to 3.5kW using a V2L cable. The higher output is for when V2H ev chargers are approved in New Zealand. 

V2L cable for the Cannon Alpha and GMW ora

V2L Vehicle to Load

V2L Adapter for Cannon Alpha and GWM ORA

$165.00 inc. GST

GWM ORA 5 SUV home charging FAQs (NZ)

What is the best home wall charger for the GWM ORA 5 SUV?

A 7kW (32A) wall charger is the best match for the ORA 5 SUV. The car’s onboard AC charger caps at 6.6kW single-phase, so a standard 32A wallbox delivers the ORA 5 SUV’s full home charging speed — a full charge in around 6.6 hours. A 7kW unit also future-proofs you for any next EV that supports a higher AC rate.

No. The ORA 5 SUV charges at 6.6kW on a standard single-phase connection, which is what almost all NZ homes have. A standard 32A single-phase wall charger is all you need.

The ORA 5 SUV has a 58.33kWh battery delivering up to 435km of WLTC range, with energy consumption of around 15.5kWh/100km. Real-world range will vary with driving style, terrain and conditions, but it comfortably covers daily commuting and most weekend trips.

Yes — however a full 10–100% charge takes around 29 hours, so a standard socket is best as an occasional backup rather than your main charging method. A 7kW wall charger is strongly recommended for daily use.

A Type 2 to Type 2 cable is the right choice for NZ AC destination charging. We suggest a 7kW-rated cable in 5m — it suits the vast majority of public AC bays.

Yes. On a compatible DC rapid charger (120kW or higher), the ORA 5 SUV charges from 10–80% in approximately 30 minutes under typical conditions (conditions apply). That makes longer trips easy — top up the battery during a coffee stop and get back on the road.

Yes — the ORA 5 SUV offers Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) with up to 6kW of output, so you can run appliances, tools or devices directly from the car’s battery. Handy for camping, worksites or emergency backup power.

Check your vehicle — confirm the exact port location before publishing.

Expert GWM ORA 5 SUV charging advice

Want the easiest, safest charging setup at home? We’ll help you choose the right wall charger, cable length,
and installation approach for your driveway or garage — including solar-ready options.

Free advice includes:
– Charger recommendation (best value 7kW unit for the ORA 5 SUV)
– Installation quote (nationwide options)
– Solar-aware charger options (divert excess solar to charge for free)
– Public charging cable advice
– Smart load management for shared-supply homes

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