Verdict
At RM250,000, the GWM Tank 300 costs just RM1,112 more than the RM248,888 Volvo EC40, so sticker price does not settle this choice. The Tank brings a 217 hp/380 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine, eight-speed automatic, 75-litre tank and a taller 1,903 mm body; it also gets ventilated, massaging powered front seats. The EC40 counters with a 235 hp/420 Nm motor, 70 kWh battery, 488 km EV range and 200 kW DC charging, while halving annual road tax to RM220. Choose petrol operation and cabin kit, or EV range and charging.
Pick the GWM Tank 300 if you want a 75-litre petrol SUV with an eight-speed automatic, full-size spare wheel and massaging ventilated front seats.
Pick the Volvo EC40 if you want 488 km of EV range, 200 kW DC charging and RM220 annual road tax for slightly less money.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Tank 300 RM250,000; Volvo EC40 RM248,888.
- Powertrain: Tank 300 has a 217 hp/380 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine; EC40 has a 235 hp/420 Nm electric motor and 70 kWh battery.
- Energy use: Tank 300 has a 75-litre fuel tank; EC40 has 488 km EV range, 11 kW AC and 200 kW DC charging.
- Road tax: Tank 300 RM440 per year; EC40 RM220 per year.
- Dimensions: Tank 300 is 4,760 mm long and 1,903 mm tall; EC40 is 4,440 mm long and 1,582 mm tall.
- Practicality: Tank 300 has a 400-litre boot and full-size spare; EC40 has a 413-litre boot and tyre repair kit.
Tank 300
- Massaging and ventilated powered front seats.
- Full-size spare wheel.
- Six-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.
- RM440 annual road tax versus the EC40's RM220.
- 400-litre boot is 13 litres smaller than the EC40's.
- No EV range or AC/DC charging capability.
EC40
- 488 km EV range with 200 kW DC charging.
- 235 hp and 420 Nm motor output.
- 413-litre boot and remote-control boot activation.
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Tank 300's full-size spare wheel.
- Powered front seats lack the Tank 300's ventilation and massage functions.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty versus six years for the Tank 300.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM250,000 | RM248,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM440 | RM220✓ |
| 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 | — | 235 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 420 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 70 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 488 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Eight-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Volvo |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,760 mm | 4,440 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 1,873 mm |
| Height | 1,903 mm | 1,582 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,702 mm |
| Weight | 2,155 kg | 2,185 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 400 litres | 413 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Primacy HT | Continental EcoContact 6 VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Sports Chassis |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic 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 |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED Headlights | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED | LED Combination |
| 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 |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Yes | Fixed Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger | 1x 12V in front, 2x USB-C front, 2x USB-C rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Yes | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 9-speaker Infinity Sound System | 9" Portrait Android Automotive OS Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
| 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 (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | No |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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 EC40 FAQ
Is the GWM Tank 300 or Volvo EC40 better?
The Volvo EC40 is the better pick for EV running, with 488 km range, 200 kW DC charging and RM220 annual road tax. Choose the GWM Tank 300 for its petrol powertrain, 75-litre tank, full-size spare and ventilated massaging seats.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EC40 costs RM1,112 less than the GWM Tank 300. The small gap means powertrain and usage matter far more than the purchase price.
Which has the better warranty and roadside tyre provision?
The Tank 300 has a six-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty and a full-size spare wheel. The EC40 has a five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty, plus an eight-year/160,000 km battery warranty, but only a tyre repair kit.