Verdict
The GWM Tank 500 costs RM328,800 against the Volvo XC90’s RM418,888, leaving RM90,088 in hand while giving you seven seats, AWD and a 75-litre tank. Its 380 Nm engine torque and 105-hp motor also exceed the Volvo’s 350 Nm and 14 hp. But the XC90 is 120 mm shorter yet has a 134 mm longer wheelbase, 451 litres of boot space against 98 litres, and air suspension at both ends. For family luggage and a more compact footprint, the Volvo’s extra spend has clear purpose.
Pick the GWM Tank 500 if you want the lower entry price, a full-size spare tyre, front-seat massage and ventilation, plus a head-up display.
Pick the Volvo XC90 if you need 451 litres of boot space, air suspension and a powered hands-free tailgate in a shorter SUV.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Tank 500 RM328,800; Volvo XC90 RM418,888
- Engine torque: GWM Tank 500 380 Nm; Volvo XC90 350 Nm
- Motor output: GWM Tank 500 105 hp and 268 Nm; Volvo XC90 14 hp and 40 Nm
- Length and wheelbase: GWM Tank 500 5,070 mm and 2,850 mm; Volvo XC90 4,950 mm and 2,984 mm
- Boot space: GWM Tank 500 98 litres; Volvo XC90 451 litres
- Suspension: GWM Tank 500 double wishbones/multi-link; Volvo XC90 double wishbones/multi-link with air suspension
Tank 500
- RM90,088 less expensive
- 105-hp, 268-Nm motor versus 14 hp and 40 Nm
- Full-size spare tyre, head-up display and front-seat massage
- 98-litre boot is far smaller than the XC90’s 451 litres
- No air suspension
- Manual boot versus the XC90’s powered contactless-opening boot
XC90
- 451-litre boot and 2,984-mm wheelbase
- Air suspension front and rear
- Powered boot with contactless opening and integrated booster child seats
- Costs RM90,088 more
- 350 Nm engine torque trails the Tank 500’s 380 Nm
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM328,800✓ | RM418,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM428✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with hybrid assistance | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with MHEV Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | 241 hp | 249 hp✓ |
| Torque | 380 Nm✓ | 350 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.3 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 105 hp✓ | 14 hp |
| Motor Torque | 268 Nm✓ | 40 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 1.75 kWh | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Nine-speed Hydraulic Automatic Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic Transmission with Geartronic |
| Gears | 9 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Volvo |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,070 mm | 4,950 mm |
| Width | 1,934 mm | 1,958 mm |
| Height | 1,905 mm | 1,776 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,984 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,350 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 71 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 98 litres | 451 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/50R20 | 275/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/50R20 | 275/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact RX | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" 5-spoke Black Diamond Cut Black Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" 5-spoke Black Diamond Cut Black Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| 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 | Electric 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 2 Outer Rear Seats, with Integrated Boosters |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED Headlights | Dynamic LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full 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 Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, 50:50 Split Power Folding | Second row 40:20:40 Split Folding with integrated booster child seat for the outer seats, Third Row 50:50 |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades | Manual Rear Door Window Shades, Powered Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System | 11.2" Central Display with Android Automotive OS, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity Audio 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 Knob Twist |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360 Surround View 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 | 8-year/160,000 km Hybrid 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 500 vs XC90 FAQ
Is the GWM Tank 500 or Volvo XC90 better?
The Volvo XC90 is better for carrying seven people with luggage, thanks to its 451-litre boot, air suspension and powered tailgate. The GWM Tank 500 is the stronger value choice if its 98-litre boot is enough, adding more engine and motor torque for less money.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo XC90 costs RM90,088 more than the GWM Tank 500. That gap brings air suspension, a 451-litre boot and powered contactless tailgate, while the Tank counters with a full-size spare, head-up display and massaging front seats.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Volvo XC90 has the bigger boot by a large margin: 451 litres versus 98 litres in the GWM Tank 500. Buyers regularly using all seven seats and carrying prams, bags or airport luggage should favour the Volvo.