The Tank 500 is a mid-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.
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| Manufacturer | Great Wall Motor |
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| Production | 2021–present |
| Model years | 2022–present |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size luxury SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Longitudinal front-engine, four-wheel drive |
| Platform | GWM Tank |
| Chassis | Body-on-frame |
| Related | Great Wall Shanhai Cannon[1] |
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| Transmission | 9-speed 9AT/9HAT automatic |
| Hybrid drivetrain |
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| Battery | 48V, ? kWh (V6, mild hybrid) 1.75 kWh (HEV) 37.1 kWh (PHEV) |
| Plug-in charging | 30 min fast or 3 hr slow charging |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm (112.2 in) |
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| Width | 1,934 mm (76.1 in) |
| Height | 1,905 mm (75.0 in) |
| Kerb weight | 2,455–2,535 kg (5,412–5,589 lb) |
Overview
The Tank 500 was revealed on 29 August 2021 at the Chengdu Auto Show,[2] and was officially launched on March 18, 2022 in China. There are 6 models in 4 versions: business version, sports version, customized version, and black warrior version.[3]
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.[4] 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.
Rear view
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 liter turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a nine-speed Hydraulic Automatic Transmission (9HAT) and four-wheel drive system.[5]
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.[6] A 37.1 kWh battery is placed at the rear of the chassis.
Tank 500 Hi4-T
Markets
Australia
The Tank 500 was introduced in Australia in January 2024, with prices announced in February 2024.[7] It is available in two trim levels: Lux and Ultra. It is currently available in the HEV variant, powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol hybrid engine.[8]
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.[9] Pricing was formally revealed with limited sales at the 2024 BCA Expoversary in 2 March 2024.[10][11] Official sales were commenced in 21 March 2024.[12] Imported from Thailand, it is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol hybrid engine and is only offered in one HEV grade.[13]
Thailand
The Tank 500 was introduced in Thailand at the 38th Thailand International Motor Expo in 29 November 2021.[14] It was launched in 28 September 2023.[15] Only offered as a HEV variant, powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol hybrid engine, it is available in two grade levels: Pro and Ultra. It is locally assembled at GWM's facility in Rayong.
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.[16][17]
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).[18][19]
| Model[20] | Engine | Motor | Power | Transmission | Torque |
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| 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 |
| 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: 615 N⋅m (62.7 kg⋅m; 454 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 |
Sales
By mid-2023, 200,000 units were sold worldwide since the model's launch 2,5 years earlier.[21]
| Year | China |
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| 2022 | 22,094[22] |
| 2023 | 33,264[i][23] |
Notes
References
External links
- Official Site (in Chinese)
