Verdict
At RM250,000, the GWM Tank 300 costs RM46,888 less than the RM296,888 Mercedes-Benz EQA, yet gives you all-wheel drive, a 400-litre boot and a notably roomier body: it is 297 mm longer and 283 mm taller. Its annual road tax is RM440, versus the EQA’s RM160. The EQA answers with a 66.5 kWh battery, 429 km EV range and 100 kW DC charging, plus a powered hands-free boot and auto parking. Choose the Tank for physical space and AWD; choose the EQA if home or public charging suits your routine.
Pick the GWM Tank 300 if you want all-wheel drive, a 400-litre boot and RM46,888 left in your pocket.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQA if you can charge regularly and want 429 km of EV range, lower RM160 annual road tax and parking aids.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Tank 300 RM250,000; Mercedes-Benz EQA RM296,888.
- Driveline: GWM Tank 300 all-wheel drive; Mercedes-Benz EQA front-wheel drive.
- Powertrain: GWM Tank 300 217 hp/380 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol; Mercedes-Benz EQA 188 hp/375 Nm electric motor.
- Energy and range: GWM Tank 300 has a 75-litre petrol tank; Mercedes-Benz EQA has a 66.5 kWh battery and 429 km EV range.
- Dimensions: GWM Tank 300 4,760 mm long and 1,903 mm tall; Mercedes-Benz EQA 4,463 mm long and 1,620 mm tall.
- Boot space: GWM Tank 300 400 litres; Mercedes-Benz EQA 340 litres.
Tank 300
- RM46,888 cheaper to buy.
- All-wheel drive with 217 hp and 380 Nm.
- 400-litre boot, ventilated massage front seats and a 360-degree camera.
- RM440 annual road tax versus the EQA’s RM160.
- No head-up display, navigation or auto parking.
- Manual boot versus the EQA’s powered contactless-opening boot.
EQA
- 429 km EV range; 11 kW AC and 100 kW DC charging.
- RM160 annual road tax.
- Powered hands-free boot, head-up display and parallel/perpendicular auto parking.
- Costs RM46,888 more.
- Front-wheel drive versus the Tank 300’s all-wheel drive.
- 340-litre boot is 60 litres smaller.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM250,000✓ | RM296,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM440 | RM160✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 217 hp | — |
| Torque | 380 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 188 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 375 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 66.5 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 429 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11.0 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 100.0 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Eight-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,760 mm | 4,463 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,903 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | 2,155 kg | 2,040 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 400 litres✓ | 340 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Primacy HT | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Active Brake Assist |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Pre-Safe, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED Headlights | Adaptive LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Massaging Function and Seat Ventilation | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Yes | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Yes | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 9-speaker Infinity Sound System | Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with 10.25" Touchscreen, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | MBUX Interior Assistant, Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8 Years/160,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Tank 300 vs EQA FAQ
Is the GWM Tank 300 or Mercedes-Benz EQA better?
The Tank 300 is the better fit for all-wheel drive, a larger 400-litre boot and lower purchase price. The EQA is better for drivers able to charge, with 429 km range, RM160 road tax and more parking technology.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQA costs RM46,888 more than the GWM Tank 300: RM296,888 against RM250,000.
How far can the Mercedes-Benz EQA travel and how quickly can it charge?
The EQA has a 66.5 kWh battery and a quoted 429 km EV range. It supports AC charging at up to 11 kW and DC charging at up to 100 kW.