Verdict
The RM328,800 Tank 500 is RM37,788 dearer than the RM291,012 Arteon, and it is the choice for seven seats in a 5,070-mm SUV. Its 98-litre boot behind all rows is a serious limitation. The Arteon is a five-seat hatchback with 563 litres of luggage space, 276 hp and a quoted 0-100 km/h time of 5.6 seconds; it also has a 7.4 L/100 km rating. The Tank counters with 380 Nm, a 105-hp motor and a 75-litre tank, but it is much larger in every exterior direction.
Tank 500
Pick the GWM Tank 500 if you need seven seats, a 75-litre fuel tank and SUV proportions more than a large boot behind the third row.
Arteon
Pick the Volkswagen Arteon if you want the lower-priced, faster five-seater with a 563-litre boot and adaptive dampers.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Tank 500 RM328,800; Volkswagen Arteon RM291,012.
- Engine output: GWM Tank 500 241 hp; Volkswagen Arteon 276 hp.
- Torque: GWM Tank 500 380 Nm; Volkswagen Arteon 350 Nm.
- Seating and boot space: GWM Tank 500 7 seats and 98 litres; Volkswagen Arteon 5 seats and 563 litres.
- Dimensions: GWM Tank 500 5,070 mm long, 1,934 mm wide and 1,905 mm tall; Volkswagen Arteon 4,862 mm, 1,871 mm and 1,450 mm.
- Fuel tank: GWM Tank 500 75 litres; Volkswagen Arteon 66 litres.
Tank 500
- Seven seats with seven three-point seatbelts.
- 380 Nm plus a 105-hp electric motor.
- Ventilated, massaging powered front seats, 360-degree camera and head-up display.
- 98-litre boot versus the Arteon’s 563 litres.
- 241 hp versus the Arteon’s 276 hp.
Arteon
- 276 hp and a 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 563-litre boot with contactless powered tailgate.
- Adaptive dampers and seven airbags.
- Five seats versus the Tank 500’s seven.
- 66-litre tank versus the Tank 500’s 75 litres.
- 350 Nm versus the Tank 500’s 380 Nm.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM328,800 | RM291,012✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM372✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with hybrid assistance | 16-Valve DOHC with Twin-Scroll Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,984 cc |
| Horsepower | 241 hp | 276 hp✓ |
| Torque | 380 Nm✓ | 350 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 82.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.6 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 105 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 268 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 1.75 kWh | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | Nine-speed Hydraulic Automatic Transmission | 7-speed DSG |
| Gears | 9 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Volkswagen AG |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 5.6 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 250 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 164 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,070 mm | 4,862 mm |
| Width | 1,934 mm | 1,871 mm |
| Height | 1,905 mm | 1,450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,837 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,600 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 66 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 98 litres | 563 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/50R20 | 245/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/50R20 | 245/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | Full-Size 19" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact RX | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 19" Montevideo Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 19" Montevideo Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Adaptive Dampers |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars — With 7 Airbags, Stability Control and Autonomous Emergency Braking |
| 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 | — |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Second Row Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED Headlights | LED Projectors with Cornering Lights and Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Massaging Function and Seat Ventilation | 14-Way Power-adjustable with Driver's Side Memory |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, 50:50 Split Power Folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 2 Front USB-C, 1 Front Qi Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (3 Colours) |
| 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 | Discover Pro 9.2" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 12-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System |
| 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 Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| 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/200,000-km High Voltage Battery Warranty | 3-year/45,000 km Free Service |
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 500 vs Arteon FAQ
Is the GWM Tank 500 or Volkswagen Arteon better?
The Arteon is better for luggage capacity, quoted performance and lower purchase cost. Choose the Tank 500 when seven seats, its 75-litre tank and SUV dimensions are the priority.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Tank 500 costs RM37,788 more than the Volkswagen Arteon.
Which is better for passengers and luggage?
The Tank 500 carries seven people, but its boot is only 98 litres behind all rows. The Arteon seats five and has a far larger 563-litre boot, so it is the better luggage carrier.