Verdict
At RM328,800, the GWM Tank 500 costs RM58,912 more than the RM269,888 Maxus MIFA 9, and its RM439 annual road tax is RM219 higher. That buys AWD, a 1,998cc turbo petrol-hybrid drivetrain, 20-inch wheels and a full-size spare, but just 98 litres of boot space for its seven seats. The MIFA 9 is the practical seven-seat choice: its 3,200-mm wheelbase, 1,010-litre boot and powered sliding doors suit people-moving, while its 241-hp, 350-Nm motor has a quoted 435-km EV range. Choose the Tank when AWD and SUV packaging matter more than cargo room.
Pick the GWM Tank 500 if you need all-wheel drive, a 75-litre fuel tank and a full-size spare for a seven-seat SUV.
Pick the Maxus MIFA 9 if you want a seven-seat electric MPV with a 435-km range, powered sliding doors and vastly more boot space.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Tank 500 RM328,800; Maxus MIFA 9 RM269,888.
- Driveline: GWM Tank 500 all-wheel drive; Maxus MIFA 9 front-wheel drive.
- Boot space: GWM Tank 500 98 litres; Maxus MIFA 9 1,010 litres.
- Wheelbase: GWM Tank 500 2,850 mm; Maxus MIFA 9 3,200 mm.
- Powertrain: GWM Tank 500 has a 1,998cc turbo petrol hybrid with a 105-hp motor; Maxus MIFA 9 has a 241-hp, 350-Nm electric motor.
- Road tax: GWM Tank 500 RM439 per year; Maxus MIFA 9 RM220 per year.
Tank 500
- All-wheel drive and a full-size spare tyre.
- 1,998cc turbo petrol-hybrid drivetrain with a 75-litre tank.
- Ventilated massaging front seats, 14.6-inch touchscreen and 12-speaker audio.
- 98-litre boot is far smaller than the MIFA 9's 1,010 litres.
- RM439 annual road tax versus RM220.
- Manual boot instead of the MIFA 9's contactless powered boot.
MIFA 9
- Quoted 435-km EV range with 11 kW AC and 120 kW DC charging.
- 1,010-litre boot, powered sliding doors and contactless powered boot.
- Five-star EuroNCAP rating and ISOFIX on the front passenger seat plus both outer second-row seats.
- Front-wheel drive instead of the Tank 500's all-wheel drive.
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare.
- No front foglamps, and its audio system has eight speakers against 12.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM328,800 | RM269,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM220✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with hybrid assistance | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 241 hp | — |
| Torque | 380 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 105 hp | 241 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 268 Nm | 350 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 1.75 kWh | — |
| EV Range | — | 435 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 120 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Nine-speed Hydraulic Automatic Transmission | — |
| Gears | 9 | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9.2 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,070 mm | 5,270 mm |
| Width | 1,934 mm | 2,000 mm |
| Height | 1,905 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 3,200 mm |
| Weight | — | 3,095 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 98 litres | 1,010 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/50R20 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/50R20 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact RX | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three Point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Second Row Seats | Available on front passenger and outer two second row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED Headlights | LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED Tail Lights |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Massaging Function and Seat Ventilation | Powered Front Seats with Power Lumbar |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, 50:50 Split Power Folding | Sliding and Folding Second Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a 8-speaker sound system |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | Powered Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | 200,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 8 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000-km High Voltage 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.
Used Tank 500 & MIFA 9 for sale
Tank 500 vs MIFA 9 FAQ
Is the GWM Tank 500 or Maxus MIFA 9 better?
The Maxus MIFA 9 is better for space-focused electric family transport, with 1,010 litres of boot space and powered sliding doors. The GWM Tank 500 is the better fit if all-wheel drive, a petrol-hybrid drivetrain and a full-size spare are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Tank 500 costs RM58,912 more than the Maxus MIFA 9. Its annual road tax is also RM219 higher, at RM439 versus RM220.
How does the Maxus MIFA 9 charge?
The Maxus MIFA 9 accepts AC charging at up to 11 kW and DC charging at up to 120 kW. Its quoted EV range is 435 km.