We finally have local pricing for the long-awaited GWM Tank 300 range, which will comprise 3 derivatives in South Africa. Here’s how much you’ll pay…
The GWM Tank 300 was originally scheduled to launch in South Africa in 2023 but ended up being delayed. With a market launch now surely just around the corner, Cars.co.za has finally confirmed local pricing for this fresh-faced ladder-frame SUV.
As we reported in January 2024, the line-up will comprise a trio of derivatives in Mzansi. The range will kick off with the Tank 300 2.0T 8AT 4×4 Super Luxury, which will be priced at R725 950. That’s up slightly on the indicative starting price Haval Motors SA – which distributes the Haval, GWM and Ora brands locally – released back in May 2023.
As a reminder, this variant employs the Chinese firm’s turbocharged 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine, which sends 162 kW and 380 Nm to all 4 corners via an 8-speed automatic transmission. Combined fuel consumption is listed as 9.5 L/100 km.
Next up is the Tank 300 2.0T 8AT 4×4 Ultra Luxury, which will come in at R775 950, using the same 167 kW/387 Nm powertrain but adding more standard equipment. Though this variant is positioned in the middle of the 3-strong range, it technically bears the loftiest trim level.
Extra items for the Ultra Luxury derivative will include an electro-chromatic rear-view mirror, a heated steering wheel, 64-colour ambient cabin lighting (as opposed to 7 hues in the Super Luxury derivatives), Nappa leather seats (rather than the standard leather used in other variants), heated/ventilated front seats, a driver’s seat massage function and a front differential lock, in addition to the otherwise standard rear item).
Finally, there’s the Tank 300 2.0T HEV 9HAT 4×4 Super Luxury, which employs a hybrid powertrain based on a similarly sized 4-pot but churning out total system outputs of 255 kW and 648 Nm. Interestingly, the hybrid model switches to a 9-speed automatic transmission, while its claimed fuel economy is listed as 8.4 L/100 km.
Regardless of the selected powertrain, braked towing capacity comes in at 2 500 kg, while ground clearance is listed as 200 mm. The Super Luxury model rides on 17-inch alloy wheels wrapped in 265/60 R17 tyres, while the Ultra Luxury and HEV upgrade to 18 inchers shod in 265/60 R18 rubber. All come with a full-size spare (alloy) wheel affixed to the tailgate.
The Tank 300’s luggage compartment can swallow a claimed 400 litres. Haval Motors SA says this figure is expandable to 1 635 litres with the standard 60:40-split rear bench dropped down.
Features standard for all 3 derivatives include keyless entry, a sunroof, dual-zone air-conditioning, a towbar, privacy glass, leather trim for the steering wheel, gear-shift paddles, a 12.3-inch infotainment screen (with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto), a 12.3-inch instrument cluster, a 360-degree camera system, automatic headlights (with an auto high-beam function) and adaptive cruise control.
Meanwhile, safety is covered by 7 airbags, stability control, automatic emergency braking, front collision warning, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assistant, lane central keeping, hill-assist control, hill-descent control and tyre-pressure monitoring, among others. In Mzansi, the Tank 300 will be available in a choice of 5 exterior paint colours: White, Black, Mars Red, Orange and Grey.
How much does the GWM Tank 300 cost in South Africa?
GWM Tank 300 2.0T 8AT 4×4 Super Luxury – R725 950
GWM Tank 300 2.0T 8AT 4×4 Ultra Luxury – R775 950
GWM Tank 300 2.0T HEV 9HAT 4×4 Super Luxury – R851 950
We expect all derivative to ship with a 7-year/200 000 km warranty (and 7-year/unlimited kilometre roadside assistance), with the hybrid variant’s battery pack further covered by an 8-year/150 000 km warranty. A 5-year/75 000 km service plan (with intervals of 15 000 km) is also included.
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