Although as " inverse " intensifies, Tesla has to make a fuss about price in order to continue to seize the market, this does not mean that domestic car manufacturers will give up the pure electric new energy market. On the contrary, with the arrival of consumption upgrading, more and more car companies have begun to launch an impact on higher-priced segments. Following the arrival of pure electric cars such as BYD Seal, Zero Race C01, Nezha S, etc., the Lightning Cat, a subsidiary of the Ora brand, also came. The price of 189,800-269,800 yuan after subsidies, just in the confrontation with the above players, and also launched an impact on Tesla Model 3. Therefore, compared with Tesla Model 3, whether this new car can take advantage has become a concern for everyone. Let’s analyze it today.
From the price point of view, the Tesla Model 3 with a guide price of 276,988-349,900 yuan is higher than the Ora Lightning Cat. However, the price gap between its entry-level model and the high-end Lightning Cat is not very large, so we chose these two cars for comparison. Specifically, it is the 2022 600km four-wheel drive high-performance version of Ora Lightning Cat, as well as the 2022 Tesla Model 3 rear-wheel drive version.
(Lightning Cat)
(Tesla Model 3)
Nowadays, users who choose pure electric new energy vehicles are more "looking at their faces", so let's start with their appearance. In an era when everyone is pursuing avant-garde and technology, the Lightning Cat actually looks a bit retro, especially the feeling brought by the two oval-shaped headlights on the front of the car is very strong. The entire front of the Tesla Model 3 is quite simple, with a closed front face outlining a smile curve, and the sharp headlights on both sides deepen a sense of technology to the front of the car. Therefore, the first impression that the Lightning Cat and Tesla Model 3 bring is obviously different.
(Lightning Cat)
(Tesla Model 3)
side styles are also quite different. Lightning Cat still looks like some low-lying visual effect, and the round body curve and the design of hidden door handles have also deepened this visual effect. But the most eye-catching thing should be the cat claw bionic rims, which do look very unique. The sides of Tesla Model 3 have certain cross-border attributes, and the sharp waistline creates a good sense of sportiness for it, and the design of the closed wheels also reflects its new energy identity.
(Lightning Cat)
(Tesla Model 3)
The tail of the Lightning Cat still looks interesting, the oval taillight shape is still pleasing to the eye, and the electric tail wing that can automatically lift and lower, brings a strong sense of decoration. The tail of the Tesla Model 3 is still simple, but the upward ducktail and the taillights surrounded in the lower half are also recognizable, presenting a different visual effect from the Lightning Cat.
(Lightning Cat)
Back to the car, the interior of the Lightning Cat is actually more like a retro sports sedan. The interior of the brown and black color schemes, and then contrast with the metal material in the details, it has a very visual impact. Moreover, the large area of leather materials in the car also makes its interior look more classy. In addition, such as the three-cylinder instrument, a circular steering wheel, and buttons in the control area, it makes the car more interesting.
(Tesla Model 3)
The interior of Tesla Model 3 is relatively "simple" because it doesn't even have a dashboard. However, this is also the reason why many friends recognize it. Compared with Lightning Cat, the Tesla Model 3, which focuses on details and improves its sense of class, seems to be more streamlined, so the functions and information display are concentrated on the central control large screen, and there is no extra physical buttons in the car, which also reflects the current development direction of the new energy vehicle .
steering wheel part, both cars are wrapped in common leather materials, and they all have heating functions, but Tesla Model 3 also has memory functions, which is suitable for driving with multiple drivers at home.In terms of external configuration, the two cars have electric rear tailgate, keyless entry for the whole car, keyless start/remote start function. The main difference is that the Lightning Cat has an inductive rear tailgate function, a remote control mobile vehicle, an head-up display system and a mobile phone wireless charging function, and the Tesla Model 3 has an electric rear tailgate position memory function.
The rest of the front seats are power adjustment, front seat heating and main driver's seat memory function, second row seat heating, rain induction wipers and front multi-layer soundproof glass . Both models are equipped; on this basis, Lightning Cat also has front seat ventilation and massage functions, facial recognition, WiFi hotspots, Infinity audio system, rear side privacy glass, car air conditioning/pollen filtering, car air purifier , in-car PM2.5 filtering device and in-car fragrance device.
active and passive safety and auxiliary/control configuration parts, some basic configurations, including front and rear parking radar, 6 airbags, seat belt not-connected prompts, tire pressure display, child seat interface, etc. Lightning Cat and Tesla Model 3 are equipped; the same is true for some advanced configurations, lane departure warning, forward collision warning, active braking, line-shifting assistance, lane keeping assistance system , road traffic sign recognition, full-speed adaptive cruise, and so on. On this basis, Lightning Cat also needs to provide additional rear traffic warning, reversing car side warning, DOW door opening warning, fatigue driving prompt, 540° panoramic image, automatic parking and variable steering ratio system, while Tesla Model 3 has additional passive pedestrian protection functions.
(Lightning Cat)
(Tesla Model 3)
in terms of riding space, in terms of size, the length, width and height of the Lightning Cat is 4871x1862x1500mm, the wheelbase is 2870mm, and the length, width and height of the Tesla Model 3 are 4694x1850x1443mm, and the wheelbase is 2875mm. The former has the leading measurements, while the latter has certain advantages in the wheelbase. But obviously the gap is not very big, so the two cars cannot form a significant gap.
(Lightning Cat)
Although the price of the Lightning Cat is lower, the car is equipped with a front and rear dual motor four-wheel drive system, with a total power of 300kW and a total torque of 680N·m. The official acceleration result of 0-100km/h is 4.6 seconds, and the result is still quite good. As a sports car, the Tesla Model 3 is equipped with a rear electric motor with a maximum power of 194kW and a maximum torque of 340N·m. The parameters are not as good as those of Lightning Cat, but the 0-100km/h acceleration score of 6.1 seconds is not bad.
(Tesla Model 3)
As for battery life, the Lightning Cat has a capacity of 83.49kWh to achieve a pure electric range of 600 kilometers. The car is also equipped with a charging pile, and the fast charging time is 0.5 hours. Tesla Model 3 is equipped with a 60kWh battery pack, with a pure electric range of 586 kilometers. Its charging pile needs to be optional, while the fast charging time is 1 hour and the slow charging time is 10 hours.
(Lightning Cat)
(Tesla Model 3)
is written at the end:
Just like this era of blooming flowers, whether it is Ora Lightning Cat or Tesla Model 3, they all have their own distinct characteristics and are quite eye-catching. The comprehensive strength of these two cars can be said to be able to satisfy most people. However, it can also be seen that the Lightning Cat showed more advantages when the price is similar and has the strength to impact Tesla Model 3. However, Tesla's brand status in the minds of consumers is not easy to shake, so even if you have an advantage, you dare not conclude that Lightning Cat can have a better market performance than Tesla Model 3. Let's wait and see how it is.
