The 2024 GWM Tank 500 hybrid off-road SUV is due in Australia between April and June to rival the Toyota LandCruiser Prado, Ford Everest and Isuzu MU-X.
While it is closer in size to the Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series, the GWM Tank 500 will launch with a starting price undercutting the soon-to-be-replaced Prado, at $66,490 drive-away for the Lux Hybrid variant.
The range-topping Tank 500 Ultra Hybrid is priced at $73,990 drive-away, a $7500 premium over the entry variant.
UPDATE, 14/02/24: Drive-away pricing for the flagship GWM Tank 500 Ultra Hybrid variant has been confirmed.
Both variants are powered by a hybrid 2.0-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder producing 258kW and 615Nm in total – equivalent to the smaller Tank 300 Hybrid – matched to a nine-speed automatic transmission and a low-range four-wheel-drive system.
A locking rear differential will be standard on the entry-level Lux Hybrid, while the flagship Ultra Hybrid adds a locking front differential.
Braked towing capacity for the GWM Tank 500 is rated at 3000 kilograms, equivalent to the current Toyota Prado but down on the 3.5-tonne tow rating of the diesel-powered Ford Everest and Isuzu D-Max.
It measures 5078mm long, 1934mm wide and 1905mm tall, with room for seven occupants.
More details on the 2024 GWM Tank 500 off-road SUV will be confirmed closer to its local launch between April and June.
2024 GWM Tank 500 pricing
Model | Pricing |
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Lux Hybrid | $66,490 |
Ultra Hybrid | $73,990 |
All prices are drive-away |
2024 GWM Tank 500 initial features
2024 GWM Tank 500 Lux Hybrid features | |
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18-inch alloy wheels | Eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support |
Three-zone climate control | Four-way manually-adjustable passenger seat |
360-degree camera | Electronic rear differential lock |
Clear chassis view | Front and rear parking sensors |
14.6-inch infotainment system | All-terrain control system with 11 drive modes |
Wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto | Autonomous emergency braking (vehicle, pedestrian, cyclist) |
Eight-speaker audio system | Lane-keep assist |
12.3-inch digital instrument cluster | Lane departure warning |
Automatic parking | Lane centring |
Automatic reversing assistant | Rear cross-traffic alert |
LED headlights, tail-lights and DRLs | Adaptive cruise control |
Fixed side steps | Traffic sign recognition |
Black leather-accented upholstery |
2024 GWM Tank 500 Ultra Hybrid features
In addition to Lux Hybrid | |
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Nappa leather-accented upholstery | 64-colour ambient lighting |
Heated, ventilated and massaging front seats | 12-speaker Infinity audio system |
Front seats with memory and welcome functions | Electronic side steps |
Heated and ventilated outer second-row seats | Electronic front differential lock |
Second-row built-in windowshades | Soft-close electric tailgate |
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