GWM Tank 300
Mid-size SUV
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The GWM Tank 300 or Tank 300 (Chinese: 坦克300; pinyin: Tǎnkè 300; lit. 'Tank 300') is a mid-size SUV with a neo-retro body produced by Great Wall Motor (GWM) since 2020. It was originally sold under the Wey premium brand as the Wey Tank 300. Since April 2021, the vehicle was renamed as the Tank 300 under the Tank brand, being positioned below the larger Tank 500. A V6-powered version is marketed as the Tank 330.
| Tank 300 | |
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2021 Tank 300 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Great Wall Motor |
| Production | 2020–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size SUV (4-door) |
| Layout | Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive |
| Chassis | Body-on-frame |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Great Wall Hover |
First generation (2020)
| Tank 300 | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Great Wall Motor |
| Also called |
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| Production | 2020–present |
| Assembly | |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | |
| Platform | GWM Tank |
| Chassis | Ladder frame |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Electric motor | TZ290XH003 3-in-1 motor drive system (hybrid) |
| Transmission | |
| Hybrid drivetrain | Power-split |
| Battery | 48 V (mild hybrid) 1.75 kWh (hybrid) 37.11 kWh NMC (PHEV) |
| Electric range | 105 km (65 mi) PHEV (CLTC) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm (108.3 in) |
| Length | 4,760 mm (187.4 in) |
| Width | 1,930 mm (76.0 in) |
| Height | 1,927 mm (75.9 in) |
| Curb weight | 2,155–2,313 kg (4,751–5,099 lb) |
The first generation Tank 300 was introduced in July 2020 at the Chengdu Auto Show as the Wey Tank 300. It went on sale on the Chinese market on 17 December 2020. It is the first vehicle to be built on the platform called "Tank" by GWM.[2][3]
Great Wall announced the decision to turn Tank into a standalone brand during the 2021 Shanghai Auto Show in April 2021, with its name written in capital letters. GWM was aiming to develop Tank as a standalone off-road vehicle marque, according to Wei Jianjun, chairman of GWM. The Tank 300 became the first car to be launched under the Tank brand.[4][5]
According to GWM's Australian subsidiary, the Tank 300 has a ground clearance of 224 mm (8.8 in) with 33-degree approach and 34-degree departure angles. The SUV uses a double wishbone front suspension and multi-link coilover rear suspension. The ladder frame chassis is based on the same platform as the Great Wall Pao pickup.[6] Available options are locking front and rear differentials, low-range gearing, an off-road creep mode, and a 'tank turn' function.
In China, the Tank 300 comes in several versions: City Edition, Off-Road Edition, Ranger, Wind Forest Iron Cavalry Edition, Yunliang and Cyberpunk. Each version, except for the Cybertank, is available in multiple trim levels.[7]
The Cybertank Edition was previewed as the Wey Tank 300 Cybertank Concept in April 2021. It is equipped with wide body kit, body coloured flared wheel arches, a roof solar panel, Y-shaped LED daytime running lights, a hood scoop, and a square-shaped spare wheel cover on the tailgate.[8] It enters production in a limited quantity, with an almost identical appearance to the concept model. Only 3,000 units were produced.[9]
The Yunliang is a 300-unit limited production model, which went on sale in mid-2021. It is jointly developed with Yunliang 4×4, an off-road aftermarket parts company. It received changes such as a modified suspension with adjustable nitrogen shock absorbers, a snorkel, redesigned front bumper with winch, and BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A 265/70 R17 tyres.[10]
The Frontier Edition was announced in June 2022.[7]
Wey Tank 300
Tank 300 Cybertank Edition
Interior
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Tank 330
In March 2024, the hybrid Tank 330 went on sale in China. It is powered by a 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 petrol engine producing 265 kW (355 hp) and 500 N⋅m (369 ft⋅lb) of torque, paired with a 48 V electric motor. Its styling is based on the Tank 300 Frontier Edition, and the Tank 330 is only sold in limited quantities through online orders.[11] Tank 330 sold out in six seconds.[12]
Tank 300 Hooke Edition
The Tank 300 Hooke Edition is a prototype unveiled during Auto Shanghai 2025 which previewed the second generation Tank 300. The Hooke Edition is based on a GWM Tank 300 with the front axle moved forwards to provide a longer Dash-to-axle and features solid front axle accompanied by a strengthened frame. The Hooke Edition also offers front and rear differential locks and with the longer dash-to-axle, a larger engine bay is available suggesting the possibility to use a new 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 (PHEV).[13]
Tank 300 Hooke Edition
Side view (showing the extended dash-to-axle)
Rear view
Powertrain
The Tank 300 is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine which is rated with an output of 167 kW (224 hp; 227 PS), peak torque at 380–387 N⋅m (280–285 lb⋅ft; 39–39 kg⋅m). The vehicle has three Eaton differential lockers and low range gearbox.[2][14][15] GWM specifies the maximum speed at 170 km/h (106 mph).[16][17]
The hybrid model debuted as the Tank 300 HEV concept car debuted in Thailand in March 2022. It is equipped with a 2.0T+9HAT powertrain and features transparent chassis technology.[18] It was also previewed at the 25th Chengdu Auto Show in August 2022 alongside the Tank 500 PHEV.[19] The combined system output is rated at 258 kW (346 hp; 351 PS) with 615 N⋅m (62.7 kg⋅m; 454 lb⋅ft) of torque. GWM claims the hybrid version can accelerate 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) in 7.9 seconds.[20][21]
| Type[22] | Engine code | Displ. | Power | Torque | Combined system output | Electric motor | Battery | Transmission | Layout | Cal. years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | GW4C20NT | 1,967 cc (2.0 L) I4 turbocharged | 162 kW (217 hp; 220 PS) @ 5,500 rpm | 380–387 N⋅m (38.7–39.5 kg⋅m; 280–285 lb⋅ft) @ 1,800–3,600 rpm | - | - | - | 8-speed ZF 8HP automatic | 4WD | 2020–present |
| Petrol mild hybrid | E30Z | 3.0 L twin-turbo V6 mild hybrid (Tank 330) | 265 kW (355 hp; 360 PS) | 500 N⋅m (51.0 kg⋅m; 369 lb⋅ft) | - | - | 48 V | 9-speed automatic | 2024–present (Tank 330) | |
| Petrol hybrid | GW4N20 HEV | 1,998 cc (2.0 L) I4 turbocharged Miller cycle[19] | Engine: 180 kW (241 hp; 245 PS) @ 5,500–6,000 rpm
Motor: 78 kW (105 hp; 106 PS) |
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) |
258 kW (346 hp; 351 PS) / 615 N⋅m (62.7 kg⋅m; 454 lb⋅ft) | TZ290XH003 3-in-1 motor drive system | 1.75 kWh lithium-ion | 9-speed 9HAT automatic | 2022–present | |
| Diesel | GW4D24 | 2,370 cc (2.4 L) I4 turbocharged | 135 kW (181 hp; 184 PS) @ 3,600 rpm | 480 N⋅m (48.9 kg⋅m; 354 lb⋅ft) @ 1,500–2,500 rpm | - | - | - | 9-speed automatic | 4WD | 2025–present |
Exports
The Tank brand was destined for export markets since mid-2021.[23]
Asia
Indonesia
The Tank 300 made its Indonesian debut in July 2024 at the 31st Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show alongside the Jolion, with deliveries commenced in the final quarter of 2024. It comes in a sole variant and powered by a 2.0-litre HEV turbocharged petrol hybrid.[24] The 2.4-litre turbocharged diesel engine, with the option between two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive, was added in July 2025.[25]
Malaysia
The Tank 300 was launched in Malaysia on 12 July 2024, after being previewed in March 2024 and later in May at the Malaysia Autoshow alongside the Haval H6. It comes in a sole variant powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine.[26][27] In May 2026, the 2.0-litre HEV turbocharged petrol hybrid was introduced in Malaysia in the sole variant.[28]
Philippines
GWM previewed the Tank 300 in the Philippines in October 2023 and was officially launch on 15 December 2023. It comes in a sole variant powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine.[29][30]
Thailand
The Tank 300 was launched in Thailand on 28 September 2023, it is available in two trim levels: Pro and Ultra; it is powered by a 2.0-litre HEV turbocharged petrol hybrid.[31] In March 2025, the 2.4-litre turbocharged diesel engine was added for the Pro and Ultra trims and the HEV Pro variant was discontinued.[32] In March 2026, the Forest Phantom Limited Edition model using the 2.4-litre turbocharged diesel engine was made available limited to 300 units.[33]
Australia
The Tank 300 went on sale in Australia in December 2022, with two trim levels: Lux and Ultra, it is powered by a 2.0-litre HEV turbocharged petrol hybrid.[34] The non-hybrid 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine was added in May 2023.[35] The 2.4-litre turbocharged diesel engine was added in February 2025.[36]
Mexico
The Tank 300 was launched in Mexico on 12 March 2024, in the sole Luxury variant powered by a 2.0-litre HEV turbocharged petrol hybrid.[37]
Middle East
The Tank 300 was launched in Saudi Arabia on 6 July 2022.[38]
South Africa
The Tank 300 was launched in South Africa on 20 February 2024, as part of the introduction of GWM's Tank sub-brand in South Africa. It comes in two trim levels: Super Luxury and Ultra Luxury; powered by either a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol and 2.0-litre HEV turbocharged petrol hybrid engines.[39] The 2.4-litre turbocharged diesel engine was added in February 2025.[40] The entry-level Luxury trim powered by the 2.4-litre turbocharged diesel engine was added in August 2025.[41]
Safety
Second generation (300L, 2026)
| Tank 300L | |
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 Second generation Tank 300 (300L) | |
| Overview | |
| Production | 2026–present |
| Assembly |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | |
| Platform | GWM Tank |
| Chassis | Ladder frame |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Hybrid drivetrain | Power-split |
| Battery | |
| Electric range |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 3,010 mm (118.5 in) |
| Length | 4,886 mm (192.4 in) |
| Width | 1,984 mm (78.1 in) |
| Height | 1,927 mm (75.9 in) |
| Curb weight |
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The second generation Tank 300, dubbed the 300L was previewed by the Tank 300 Hooke Edition prototype unveiled during Auto Shanghai 2025. Presales of the 300L started in July 2026 with the Hi4-T PHEV and internal combustion engine (ICE) versions offered,[43] and a newly added Hi4-Z PHEV variant with an electronically controlled four-wheel drive system being the volume seller during pre-sale stage.[44][45] The extended dash to axle length also offers the space for the solid front axle suspension version that would be launched shortly after.[46] It has 235 mm (9.3 in) of ground clearance approach and departure angles of 19° and 33°, respectively, and a wading depth of 800 mm (31.5 in).[47]
Powertrain
Both the Hi4-T and Hi4-Z variants use the same longitudinally-mounted 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 petrol engine which outputs 241 horsepower (180 kW; 244 PS) (248 hp (185 kW; 251 PS) gross power) at 6,000rpm and 385 N⋅m (284 lb⋅ft) of torque from 1,700–4,000rpm.[48]
Hi4-T
The Hi4-T pairs the engine with a 9-speed automatic transmission and adds a permanent magnet synchronous motor outputting 174 hp (130 kW; 176 PS) and 495 N⋅m (365 lb⋅ft) of torque, for a total system output of 416 hp (310 kW; 422 PS) and 750 N⋅m (553 lb⋅ft) of torque. It uses a 37.1kWh NMC battery which provides 105 kilometres (65 mi) of WLTP electric range; it is located in the trunk to accommodate the center locking differential and front and rear driveshafts of its mechanically-connected four-wheel-drive system.[47] It can be recharged from 30–80% in 16 minutes.[48]
Hi4-Z
The Hi4-Z pairs the engine with a 3-speed dedicated hybrid transmission and a motor rated at 242 hp (180 kW; 245 PS) and 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft) of torque which exclusively drive the front wheels. It is supplemented by a rear motor outputting 268 hp (200 kW; 272 PS) and 415 N⋅m (306 lb⋅ft) of torque, for a total system output of 751 hp (560 kW; 761 PS) and 1,195 N⋅m (881 lb⋅ft) of torque. It has a 59.6 kWh NMC battery mounted under the cabin between the axles which provides 200 kilometres (124 mi) of WLTP electric range. It can be recharged from 30–80% in 16 minutes.[48]
Second generation Tank 300 featuring a significantly longer dash to axle
Rear
Interior
Sales
| Year | China[49] | Russia | Australia | Thailand | Malaysia[50][i] | Indonesia[51] | Mexico | Brazil | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300 | 300 Hi4 | Total | HEV | Diesel | |||||||
| 2021 | — | 84,588 | — | — | — | ||||||
| 2022 | 101,873 | ||||||||||
| 2023 | 95,728[52] | 95,728 | 6,774 | 508[53] | |||||||
| 2024 | 73,290[54] | 2,557[54] | 75,847 | 16,258 | 3,968[55] | 606[56] | 482 | 251 | 1,077[57] | ||
| 2025 | 50,810[58] | 26,123[59] | 76,933 | 241 | 592 | 846[57] | 3,515[60] | ||||
Notes
- Figures based on registration (Malaysia)
