GWM Tank 500 Hi4-T PHEV priced

GWM has announced pricing details of its forthcoming Tank 500 Hi4-T PHEV, the brand’s fourth plug-in hybrid model to be released this year.

Due in showrooms this month, the Tank 500 Hi4-T is available from $79,990 driveaway, and for a limited time with an additional ‘early-bird’ launch sweetener cutting a further $2000 from the offer.

The Tank 500 Hi4-T is powered by the combination of a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine and electric motor that deliver a total system output of 300kW and 750Nm.

Drive is via a nine-speed automatic transmission with torque-on-demand four-wheel drive.

GWM quotes a combined cycle fuel use figure of 2.1 litres per 100km and a 0-100km/h acceleration time of 6.9 seconds.

Battery power is stored in a 37.1kWh ternary lithium battery enabling an all-electric driving range of 120km (NEDC). Charging is via a CCS2 connector allowing a fast-charging rate of up to 50kW (DC).

GWM says the battery may be charged from 30-80 per cent in as little as 24 minutes when using DC fast charging, or in 6.5 hours when charging at home.

Combined with petrol power, the GWM Tank 500 Hi4-T is said to have a total driving range of up to 950km.

With 2H, AWD, 4H Lock, and 4L Lock off-road modes, a choice of 11 driving modes, and three locking differentials (front, centre, and rear), the Tank 500 Hi4-T is said to offer genuine off-road credentials and a braked towing capacity of up to 3000kg.

Ground clearance is listed at 213mm and water wading 800mm, while approach, break-over, and departure angles are noted at 30.0, 22.5, and 24.0 degrees respectively.

The five-seat-only GWM Tank 500 Hi4-T (necessary to accommodate the high-voltage battery) is equipped with second row heated, ventilation, and massage functionality in the outboard seats, and a dedicated rear-seat interface via a 7.0-inch touchscreen.

Further forward, we find a 14.6-inch infotainment array hosting wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto connectivity, tri-zone climate control, auto parking and reversing assistance control, and many more.

Paint options include Onyx Silver, Crystal Black, and Dune Gold premium colours (+$595) and standard Marble White. Upholstery options are in Nappa leather with Black or combination Blue and Cream available.

The GWM Tank 500 vies against models including the Ford Everest (from $59,490), Isuzu MU-X (from $47,400), Mitsubishi Pajero Sport (from $44,940), Toyota Fortuner (from $53,775), and the Toyota LandCruiser Prado (from $72,500).

GWM has sold 1117 examples of the Tank 500 year-to-date, placing it well behind segment leaders like the Toyota LandCruiser Prado (21,840 unit sales YTD), Ford Everest (19,480), and Isuzu D-Max (11,041).

As is the case elsewhere in the GWM range, the Tank 500 Hi4-T is backed by the Chinese importer’s seven-year/unlimited-kilometre new car warranty with eight years/unlimited kilometre coverage on the high voltage battery pack.

Roadside assistance and capped-price servicing is included for five years via GWM’s network of 117 dealerships nationwide.

Visit GoAuto again soon for our local launch review of the 2025 GWM Tank 500 Hi4-T.

2025 GWM Tank 500 pricing*:

*National driveaway price.