GWM has confirmed the arrival of its Tank 500 for the Australian market within the second quarter of this 12 months, pricing the two-variant massive SUV vary from $66,490 drive-away.
Due in showrooms by Could, the GWM Tank 500 seven-seat SUV is dimensionally bigger than the present era Toyota LandCruiser Prado (from $62,830 earlier than on-road prices) with which it should compete till the brand new 250 Collection Prado arrives within the third quarter.
GWM will provide two variants from launch – the base-grade Lux and higher-trimmed Extremely – with pricing and specs for the latter nonetheless to be confirmed.
The Tank 500 vary is powered completely by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with hybrid help, the mix offering 255kW and 648Nm to all 4 wheels through a nine-speed computerized transmission. Gas economic system is listed at 8.5 litres per 100km.
For comparability, the Prado’s 2.8-litre turbo-diesel engine develops 150kW and 500Nm and consumes 7.9L/100km on the mixed cycle.
Eleven drive modes can be found, together with the standard 2H, 4H, and 4L benchmarks.
Braked towing capability matches the Prado at 3000kg whereas floor clearance is 224mm (5mm greater than Prado) and GWM’s claimed wading depth of 800mm is 100mm greater than Toyota permits for the Prado.
Off-road geometry just isn’t far off that of the Prado at 30.0 levels method, 22.5 levels ramp over, and 24.0 levels departure. Bash plates and a rear diff lock are included as commonplace.
As commonplace, the Lux model of the GWM Tank 500 will arrive with 18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, a sunroof, energy seat adjustment (driver), heated entrance seats, leatherette upholstery, a 360-degree digicam system with see-through chassis view, tri-zone local weather management, and twin 14.6- and 12.3-inch infotainment and instrumentation shows.
Wi-fi Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto connectivity is fitted as commonplace.
The Tank 500 shall be supplied in 4 paint colors – Crystal Black, Dune Gold, Marble White and Onyx Silver – with black upholstery on Lux grades. The high-spec Extremely will function a dual-tone blue and cream possibility. Metallic paint is a $595 possibility.
On the security entrance, the Tank 500 is fitted with auto parking help, seven airbags, entrance and rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, lane maintain help, lane centring management, emergency lane maintain, ahead collision help and AEB (with pedestrian and bicycle owner detection), visitors signal recognition, and adaptive cruise management.
“For the savvy prospects in search of the final word four-wheel drive, seven-seat massive SUV, GWM is happy to introduce the all-new body-on-frame Tank 500 to the Australian market,” the importer stated in an announcement.
“This top-of-the-range SUV units a brand new benchmark within the phase, providing unparalleled hybrid efficiency, off-road functionality, state-of-the-art know-how, and a singular mix of energy, luxurious, and ruggedness.
“The Tank 500 is a real powerhouse, boasting a strong hybrid drivetrain that delivers robust effectivity and dynamic efficiency. With superior security options and a wide range of comfort options corresponding to auto reverse help, it delivers an unmatched driving expertise.”
2024 GWM Tank 500 pricing*:
Lux (a) | $66,490 | New mannequin |
Extremely (a) | TBA | New mannequin |
*Nationwide drive-away worth.
