Engineering:Tank 500

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Short description: Full-size luxury SUV
Tank 500
Overview
ManufacturerGreat Wall Motor
Also calledGWM Tank 500 (export)
Production2021–present
Assembly
  • China: Tianjin
  • Thailand: Rayong (GWM Thailand)
Body and chassis
ClassFull-size luxury SUV
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformGWM Tank
ChassisBody-on-frame
RelatedGreat Wall Shanhai Cannon[1]
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor
  • Belt-driven integrated starter generator (V6)
  • TZ290XH003 3-in-1 motor drive system (HEV)
  • Single motor or Dual Motors (P2 architecture) (PHEV)
Power output
  • 345 hp (257 kW; 350 PS) (HEV)
  • 349 hp (260 kW; 354 PS) (V6)
  • 402 hp (300 kW; 408 PS) (PHEV Hi4-T)
  • 865 hp (645 kW; 877 PS) (PHEV Hi4-Z)
Transmission
  • 9-speed 9AT/9HAT automatic
  • 3-speed DHT (PHEV Hi4-Z)
Hybrid drivetrain
Battery48V (V6, mild hybrid)
1.75 kWh (HEV)
37.1 kWh (PHEV Hi4-T)
59.05 kWh (PHEV Hi4-Z)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,850 mm (112.2 in)
Length
  • 4,928 mm (194.0 in) (interior spare wheel)
  • 5,070 mm (199.6 in) (exterior spare wheel)
Width1,934 mm (76.1 in)
Height1,905 mm (75.0 in)
uk|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight2,455–2,535 kg (5,412–5,589 lb)

The Tank 500 (Chinese: 坦克500; pinyin: Tǎnkè 500) or GWM Tank 500 is a full-size luxury SUV produced by Great Wall Motor under the Tank marque. It is the second model to be introduced from the brand after the Tank 300, and seats seven passengers across three rows. Its pickup truck counterpart is marketed as the Great Wall Shanhai Cannon.[1]

Overview

The Tank 500 was revealed on 29 August 2021 at the Chengdu Auto Show,[3] and was officially launched on 18 March 2022 in China. There are six models in four versions: business version, sport version, customized version, and black warrior version.[4]

The Tank 500 is based on a body-on-frame chassis, locking front and rear differentials, and impressive off-road capability including 8.8-inch (223.5 mm) ground clearance, a 31.5-inch (800.1 mm) wading depth, and a 29.6º approach angle.[5] The vehicle features a fully digital dashboard, with a 12.3-inch screen for the driver, and a 14.6-inch screen in the centre stack for infotainment.

  • Business version (rear)
    Business version (rear)
  • Sport version (front)
    Sport version (front)
  • Sport version (rear)
    Sport version (rear)
  • Interior
    Interior

Tank 500 Hi4-T

In May 2023, Great Wall Motor unveiled the Tank 500 Hi4-T, the PHEV version of Tank 500. It remained the same exterior with V6 version and equipped with a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a nine-speed Hydraulic Automatic Transmission (9HAT) and four-wheel drive system.[6]

According to Great Wall Motor, the 9HAT transmission is China's first longitudinal 9-speed hydraulic automatic transmission with P2 hybrid layout. A 150kW electric motor is integrated into 9HAT transmission and placed between the engine and the gearbox, which is called P2 layout.[7] A 37.1 kWh battery is placed at the rear of the chassis.

Markets

Australia

The Tank 500 was introduced in Australia in January 2024, with prices announced in February 2024.[8] It is available in two trim levels: Lux and Ultra. It is available in the HEV variant, powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol hybrid engine.[9] In October 2025, the 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid engine with a single motor (Hi4-T) was introduced in Australia only for the Ultra trim.[10]

Brunei

The Tank 500 was introduced in Brunei on 3 January 2025 and it is offered in a sole Ultra variant powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol hybrid engine.[11]

Indonesia

The Tank 500 was introduced in Indonesia at the 30th Gaikindo Indonesian International Auto Show in August 2023, alongside the Haval H6, Haval Jolion and Ora 03, marking GWM's entry to the Indonesian market.[12] Pricing was formally revealed with limited sales at the 2024 BCA Expoversary in 2 March 2024.[13][14] Official sales were commenced in 21 March 2024.[15] Fully imported from Thailand, it is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol hybrid engine and is only offered in a sole HEV variant.[16]

Malaysia

The Tank 500 was introduced in Malaysia at the 2024 Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show in December 2024.[17] It was launched on 8 May 2025, fully imported from Thailand, it is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol hybrid engine and is only offered in the sole HEV variant.[18]

Russia

Russia became second foreign market to market the Tank 500 after Saudi Arabia, it was launched in March 2023. Initially it had been offered in two trims: Adventure and Premium, powered by 3.0-litre V6 twin-turbo petrol engine with output lowered to 299 hp due to tax issues.[19] In January 2024, Great Wall Motors started to offer the Tank 500 with the Hybrid variant in a sole Urban trim.[20] In June 2024, the Blacktrail trim was added, powered by 3.0-litre V6 with a raised output to 349 hp and equipped with an additional 50 litres fuel tank giving it extended range 1100 km before refueling.[21]

South Africa

The Tank 500 was launched in South Africa on 14 August 2024, alongside the GWM P500 pick up. Only offered in a sole Ultra Luxury variant powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol hybrid engine.[22]

Thailand

The Tank 500 was introduced in Thailand at the 38th Thailand International Motor Expo in 29 November 2021.[23] It was launched in 28 September 2023. Only offered as a HEV variant, powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol hybrid engine, it is available in two trim levels: Pro and Ultra. It is locally assembled at GWM's facility in Rayong.[24] In July 2025, the 2.4-litre turbocharged diesel engine, with the option between two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive, was added for the Pro and Ultra trims. The Ultra diesel variants were available with the Black Warrior exterior accessory package. The HEV Pro variant was also discontinued.[25]

Powertrain

Power is provided by a 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 making 349 hp (260 kW; 354 PS) and 369 lb⋅ft (500 N⋅m; 51 kg⋅m) of torque mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission.[26][27]

The Tank 500 Hi4-T has 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder outputting 300 kW (402 hp; 408 PS) and 750 N⋅m (553 lb⋅ft; 76 kg⋅m), 9HAT gearbox. 0–100-kilometre-per-hour (0–62 mph) acceleration of 6.9 seconds and WLTC 2.3 L/100 km (43.5 km/L; 122.8 mpg‑imp; 102.3 mpg‑US).[28][29]

Model[30] Engine Motor Power Transmission Torque
Petrol 3.0L (2993cc) E30Z

V6 (twin-turbo petrol)

- 265 kW (355 hp) 9-speed automatic （9AT） 500 N⋅m (369 lb⋅ft)

at 1500-4500 rpm

Diesel 2.4L (2993cc) E24D

I4 (VGT diesel)

- 135 kW (181 hp) 9-speed automatic （9AT） 480 N⋅m (354 lb⋅ft)

at 1500-4500 rpm

HEV 2.0L (1998cc) E20N

I4 (turbo petrol)

Single motor (TZ290XH003 3-in-1 motor drive system) Engine: 180 kW (241 hp)

Motor: 78 kW (105 hp; 106 PS)

Combined: 258 kW (346 hp; 351 PS)

9-speed hybrid automatic (9HAT) Engine: 380 N⋅m (38.7 kg⋅m; 280 lb⋅ft) @ 1,700–4,000 rpm

Motor: 268 N⋅m (27.3 kg⋅m; 198 lb⋅ft)

Combined: 648 N⋅m (66.1 kg⋅m; 478 lb⋅ft)

Hi4-T 2.0L (1998cc) E20NA

L4 (turbo petrol)

Single motor (P2 layout) Engine: 180 kW (241 hp)

Motor: 120 kW (161 hp)

Combined: 300 kW (402 hp)

9-speed hybrid automatic (9HAT) 750 N⋅m (553 lb⋅ft) at 1700-4000 rpm
Hi4-Z 2.0L (1998cc) E20NB

L4 (turbo petrol)

Dual motors (P2 layout) Engine: 185 kW (248 hp)

Motor: 454 kW (609 hp)

Combined: 635 kW (852 hp)

3-speed DHT 1,195 N⋅m (881 lb⋅ft) at 1700-4000 rpm

Safety

ANCAP test results
GWM Tank 500 (2022)[31]
Test Points %
Overall: StarStarStarStarStar
Adult occupant: 35.38 85%
Child occupant: 46 93%
Pedestrian: 51.14 81%
Safety assist: 15.28 84%

Sales

Year China Russia Thailand Indonesia[32]
2022 22,094[33]
2023 33,264[lower-roman 1][34]
2024 44,661[35] 11,666[36] 176[37] 441

Notes

  1. ↑ Sales figure includes both the Tank 500 and Tank 500 Hi4 series.

See also

  • GWM Tank

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 White, Tom (2023-05-06). "GWM Shanhai Cannon spotted in Sydney, but when will China's Ranger-challenging V6 ute be up for sale?". https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/gwm-shanhai-cannon-spotted-in-sydney-but-when-will-chinas-ranger-challenging-v6-ute-be-up. 
  2. ↑ "New GWM Tank 500 P03". https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/new/gwm/tank-500/p03-series/. 
  3. ↑ "GWM Appears at Chengdu Motor Show with its Five Brands-GWM News-GWM". 2021-09-01. https://www.gwm-global.com/news/3401689.html. 
  4. ↑ "高端越野开拓者，坦克500上市" (in zh). 2022-03-19. https://www.gwm.com.cn/news/3402068.html. 
  5. ↑ Pappas, Thanos (2021-08-31). "2022 Tank 500 Is A Toyota Land Cruiser Prado Rival From China". https://www.carscoops.com/2021/08/2022-tank-500-is-a-toyota-land-cruiser-prado-rival-from-china/. 
  6. ↑ Lye, Gerard (2023-05-02). "Great Wall Motor reveals Hi4-T plug-in hybrid system for Tank 500 and Tank 400 at Auto Shanghai 2023". https://paultan.org/2023/05/02/great-wall-motor-hi4-t-phev-tank-500-tank-500-auto-shanghai/. 
  7. ↑ "填补高阶动力空白 长城汽车3.0T+9AT/9HAT超级动力总成品鉴会成功举办" (in zh). 2021-07-22. https://www.gwm.com.cn/news/3401579.html. 
  8. ↑ Misoyannis, Alex (2024-02-14). "2024 GWM Tank 500 price and specs: Hybrid power for Toyota Prado rival in Australia – UPDATE". https://www.drive.com.au/news/2024-gwm-tank-500-price-and-specs/. 
  9. ↑ Mathioudakis, Byron (2024-03-28). "GWM Tank 500 2024 review: Hybrid". https://www.carsguide.com.au/adventure/gwm-tank-500-hybrid-92691. 
  10. ↑ Misoyannis, Alex (2025-10-04). "GWM's new 4WD priced like a Prado, with twice the power and a quarter of the fuel use" (in en). https://www.drive.com.au/news/2026-gwm-tank-500-plug-in-hybrid-price-on-par-with-cheapest-toyota-prado-diesel/. 
  11. ↑ "Sustainability, innovation highlighted in SUV debut" (in en). 4 January 2025. https://borneobulletin.com.bn/sustainability-innovation-highlighted-in-suv-debut. 
  12. ↑ Nugraha, Panji (2023-08-10). "GWM Luncurkan Tiga Brand Sekaligus, Haval, Tank dan Ora di GIIAS 2023" (in id-ID). https://otomotifnet.gridoto.com/read/233861728/gwm-luncurkan-tiga-brand-sekaligus-haval-tank-dan-ora-di-giias-2023. 
  13. ↑ Akbar, Insan (2024-03-02). "GWM Ungkap Harga Spesial Haval H6 serta Tank 500, Pesaing CR-V dan Land Cruiser" (in id-ID). https://www.mobil123.com/berita/gwm-ungkap-harga-spesial-haval-h6-serta-tank-500-pesaing-cr-v-dan-land-cruiser-135647/135647. 
  14. ↑ Biondi, Ahmad (2024-03-02). "GWM Indonesia Resmi Jual Haval H6 Rp 595 Jutaan dan Tank 500 Nyaris Rp 1,2 M" (in id-ID). http://otodriver.com/berita/2024/gwm-indonesia-resmi-jual-haval-h6-rp-595-jutaan-dan-tank-500-nyaris-rp-1-2-m-gwmddiib12m. 
  15. ↑ Leksana, Anjar (2024-03-21). "GWM Indonesia Grand Launching di PIM, Pamer Haval dan Tank" (in id-ID). https://carvaganza.com/gwm-indonesia-grand-launching-di-pim-pamer-haval-dan-tank/. 
  16. ↑ Ramadan, Muhamad Fadli (2024-03-02). "Diimpor dari Thailand, GWM Tank Resmi Dijual di Indonesia dengan Harga Rp1,1 Miliar" (in id-ID). https://otomotif.sindonews.com/read/1332347/120/diimpor-dari-thailand-gwm-tank-resmi-dijual-di-indonesia-dengan-harga-rp11-miliar-1709352210. 
  17. ↑ Lim, Anthony (2024-12-04). "GWM Tank 500 SUV previewed in Malaysia - seven-seat 2.0T hybrid, 350 PS/516 Nm, arriving here in 2025" (in en-US). https://paultan.org/2024/12/04/gwm-tank-500-suv-previewed-in-malaysia-seven-seat-2-0t-hybrid-350-ps-516-nm-arriving-here-in-2025/. 
  18. ↑ Lee, Jonathan (2025-05-08). "GWM Tank 500 HEV launched in Malaysia – 7-seat luxury hybrid 4x4, 346 PS, 648 Nm; RM328,800 OTR" (in en-US). https://paultan.org/2025/05/08/gwm-tank-500-hev-launched-in-malaysia-7-seat-luxury-hybrid-4x4-346-ps-648-nm-rm328800-otr/. 
  19. ↑ Иванов, Сергей (2023-03-15). "Как Land Cruiser, но вдвое дешевле: в России представили Tank 500" (in ru). https://www.autonews.ru/news/6411b58a9a79470d595f6c7b. 
  20. ↑ "Новая версия внедорожника Tank 500 поступит в продажу в России" (in ru). 2024-01-18. https://iz.ru/1636297/2024-01-18/novaia-versiia-vnedorozhnika-tank-500-postupit-v-prodazhu-v-rossii. 
  21. ↑ "В РФ представили внедорожник Tank 500 с увеличенной мощностью" (in ru). 2024-06-13. https://iz.ru/1711921/2024-06-13/v-rf-predstavili-vnedorozhnik-tank-500-s-uvelichennoi-moshchnostiu. 
  22. ↑ Taylor, Michael (2024-08-14). "New GWM Tank 500 launched in South Africa – Pricing and specifications". TopAuto. https://topauto.co.za/news/112566/new-gwm-tank-500-launched-in-south-africa-pricing-and-specifications/. 
  23. ↑ "TANK 500 HEV ใหม่ เผยโฉมก่อนขายจริงที่งาน Motor Expo 2021" (in th). 2021-11-30. https://www.sanook.com/auto/82064/. 
  24. ↑ "ราคาอย่างเป็นทางการ TANK 500 HEV : 2,049,000 - 2,269,000 บาท | เบนซิน 2.0 Turbo Hybrid 350 แรงม้า 4WD" (in th). 2023-09-28. https://www.headlightmag.com/2023-09-28-official-price-gwm-tank-500-hev/. 
  25. ↑ "ราคาอย่างเป็นทางการ GWM TANK 500 Diesel / HEV (MY2025) : 1,399,000 - 2,069,000 บาท | ราคาพิเศษ 500 คันแรก !" (in th). 2025-07-24. https://www.headlightmag.com/official-price-gwm-tank-500-diesel-hev-my-2025/. 
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  32. ↑ "Indonesian Automobile Industry Data". https://www.gaikindo.or.id/indonesian-automobile-industry-data/. 
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  36. ↑ "Внедорожник TANK 300 стал самым продаваемым премиальным автомобилем в России" (in ru). 2025-02-03. https://www.autostat.ru/news/59382/. 
  37. ↑ A, Moo Teerapat (2025-01-20). "สรุปยอดขาย SUV - PPV ปี 2024 / 2567 รวม 37,055 คัน : Isuzu MU-X และ Toyota Fortuner ครองแชมป์ร่วม ครั้งแรก !" (in th). https://autolifethailand.tv/sales-report-suv-ppv-2024-2567/. 



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