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Tank 500

Tank 500
Tank 500 Business version
Overview
ManufacturerGreat Wall Motor
Model codeP03[1]
Also called
  • GWM Tank 500 (export)
Production2021–present
Model years2022–present
Assembly
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size luxury SUV
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutLongitudinal front-engine, four-wheel drive
PlatformGWM Tank
ChassisBody-on-frame
RelatedGreat Wall Shanhai Cannon[2]
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor
  • Belt-driven integrated starter generator (V6)
  • TZ290XH003 3-in-1 motor drive system (HEV)
  • Single motor (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)
Transmission9-speed 9AT/9HAT automatic
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)
Kerb 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 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. Its pickup truck counterpart is marketed as the Great Wall Shanhai Cannon.[2]

Overview

The Tank 500 was revealed on 29 August 2021 at the Chengdu Auto Show,[3] and was officially launched on March 18, 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 view
    Business version rear view
  • Sport version front view
    Sport version front view
  • Sport version rear view
    Sport version rear view
  • 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.

  • Tank 500 Hi4-T
    Tank 500 Hi4-T

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 currently available in the HEV variant, powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol hybrid engine.[9]

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.[10] Pricing was formally revealed with limited sales at the 2024 BCA Expoversary in 2 March 2024.[11][12] Official sales were commenced in 21 March 2024.[13] Initially imported from Thailand, it is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol hybrid engine and is only offered in a sole HEV variant.[14]

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.[15]

Thailand

The Tank 500 was introduced in Thailand at the 38th Thailand International Motor Expo in 29 November 2021.[16] It was launched in 28 September 2023.[17] 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.

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.[18][19]

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).[20][21]

Model[22] 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

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


Sales

Year China
2022 22,094[23]
2023 33,264[i][24]

Notes

  1. ^ Sales figure includes both the Tank 500 and Tank 500 New Energy versions.

See also

References

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  2. ^ a b White, Tom (2023-05-06). "GWM Shanhai Cannon spotted in Sydney, but when will China's Ranger-challenging V6 ute be up for sale?". CarsGuide. Retrieved 2023-12-31.
  3. ^ "GWM Appears at Chengdu Motor Show with its Five Brands-GWM News-GWM". Great Wall Motor (GWM) Global. 2021-09-01. Retrieved 2021-09-17.
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  5. ^ Pappas, Thanos (2021-08-31). "2022 Tank 500 Is A Toyota Land Cruiser Prado Rival From China". Carscoops. Retrieved 2021-09-17.
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  10. ^ Nugraha, Panji (2023-08-10). "GWM Luncurkan Tiga Brand Sekaligus, Haval, Tank dan Ora di GIIAS 2023". Otomotifnet (in Indonesian). Retrieved 2024-04-20.
  11. ^ Akbar, Insan (2024-03-02). "GWM Ungkap Harga Spesial Haval H6 serta Tank 500, Pesaing CR-V dan Land Cruiser". Mobil123.com - Indonesia No.1 Portal Otomotif (in Indonesian). Retrieved 2024-04-20.
  12. ^ Biondi, Ahmad (2024-03-02). "GWM Indonesia Resmi Jual Haval H6 Rp 595 Jutaan dan Tank 500 Nyaris Rp 1,2 M". Oto Driver (in Indonesian). Retrieved 2024-03-11.
  13. ^ Leksana, Anjar (2024-03-21). "GWM Indonesia Grand Launching di PIM, Pamer Haval dan Tank". Carvaganza (in Indonesian). Retrieved 2024-04-20.
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  15. ^ Taylor, Michael (2024-08-14). "New GWM Tank 500 launched in South Africa – Pricing and specifications". TopAuto.
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  17. ^ "ราคาอย่างเป็นทางการ TANK 500 HEV : 2,049,000 - 2,269,000 บาท | เบนซิน 2.0 Turbo Hybrid 350 แรงม้า 4WD". HeadLight Magazine (in Thai). 2023-09-28. Retrieved 2024-04-20.
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