GWM Tank 500

Tank 500
Business version
Overview
ManufacturerGreat Wall Motor
Model codeP03
Also calledTank 500 (China)
Production2021–present
Assembly
Body and chassis
ClassFull-size luxury SUV
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformGWM Tank
ChassisBody-on-frame
RelatedGreat Wall Shanhai Cannon
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
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
  • 4,886–4,928 mm (192.4–194.0 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 GWM Tank 500 or Tank 500 (Chinese: 坦克500; pinyin: Tǎnkè 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.

Overview

The Tank 500 was revealed on 29 August 2021 at the Chengdu Auto Show, 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.

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. 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.

Tank 500 Hi4-T

In May 2023, GWM 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.

According to GWM, the 9HAT transmission is China's first longitudinal 9-speed hydraulic automatic transmission with P2 hybrid layout. A 150 kW electric motor is integrated into 9HAT transmission and placed between the engine and the gearbox, which is called P2 layout. 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. 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. 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. In August 2026, the 3.0-litre GW4F30 turbo-diesel was introduced to the line-up for the Lux and Vanta trims.

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.

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. Pricing was formally revealed with limited sales at the 2024 BCA Expoversary on 2 March 2024. Official sales were commenced on 21 March 2024. 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. In February 2026, the 2.4-litre turbocharged diesel engine, with the option between two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive, was introduced in Indonesia at the 33rd Indonesia International Motor Show.

Malaysia

The Tank 500 was introduced in Malaysia at the 2024 Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show in December 2024. 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.

Mexico

The Tank 500 was launched in Mexico on 27 March 2025, with two variants: Luxury and Black Edition, both variants are powered by a 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged petrol engine.

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. In January 2024, GWM started to offer the Tank 500 with the Hybrid variant in a sole Urban trim. 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.

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.

In September 2026, the 3.0-litre GW4F30 turbo-diesel engine was introduced in South Africa to replace the 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol hybrid as the sole engine option for the Tank 500 and also became available with three variants: Super Luxury (4x2), Ultra Luxury (4x4) and Overland (4x4).

Thailand

The Tank 500 was previewed in Thailand at the 38th Thailand International Motor Expo on 29 November 2021, and officially launched on 28 September 2023. At launch, it was offered exclusively as a HEV, powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol hybrid engine, in two trim levels: Pro and Ultra. It is locally assembled at GWM's facility in Rayong.

In July 2025, a 2.4-litre turbocharged diesel engine was added to the Pro and Ultra trims, offered with a choice of two-wheel or four-wheel drive. The diesel Ultra variant could be optioned with the Black Warrior exterior accessory package, while the HEV Pro variant was discontinued.

In August 2026, a 3.0-litre GW4F30 turbo-diesel engine was introduced for the Ultra trim, available with either rear-wheel or four-wheel drive.

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.

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).

Model 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 (2370cc) E24D

I4 (VGT diesel)

 — 137 kW (184 hp) 480 N⋅m (354 lb⋅ft)

at 1500-2500 rpm

3.0L (2994cc) 4F30

I4 (VGT diesel)

 — 170 kW (228 hp) 620 N⋅m (457 lb⋅ft)

at 1400-2400 rpm

HEV 2.0L (1998cc) E20N

I4 (turbo petrol)

 Single motor (TZ290XH003 3-in-1 motor drive system) Engine: 180 kW (241 hp) 9-speed hybrid automatic (9HAT) Engine: 380 N⋅m (38.7 kg⋅m; 280 lb⋅ft) @ 1,700–4,000 rpm
Motor: 78 kW (105 hp; 106 PS) Motor: 268 N⋅m (27.3 kg⋅m; 198 lb⋅ft)
Combined: 258 kW (346 hp; 351 PS) 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) 750 N⋅m (553 lb⋅ft) at 1700-4000 rpm
Motor: 120 kW (161 hp)
Combined: 300 kW (402 hp)
Hi4-Z 2.0L (1998cc) E20NB

L4 (turbo petrol)

 Dual motors (P2 layout) Engine: 185 kW (248 hp) 3-speed DHT 1,195 N⋅m (881 lb⋅ft) at 1700-4000 rpm
Motor: 454 kW (609 hp)
Combined: 635 kW (852 hp)

Safety

ANCAP test results
GWM Tank 500
(2022, aligned with Euro NCAP)
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 Mexico
500 PHEV Total
2022 — 22,094 — — — —
2023 10,215 20,299 30,514
2024 3,487 43,256 46,743 11,666 176 441 51
2025 1,989 47,721 49,710 178 289

See also

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