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Overview
The GWM Tank 500 is a D-segment, seven-seat petrol hybrid SUV for buyers who want a big family vehicle with hybrid drive and 4x4 positioning, not a low-cost crossover. In Malaysia, the HEV Ultra starts from RM328,800, placing it above the Hyundai Santa Fe and Toyota Harrier on price.
Tank 500 in 2026 — what's new
For 2026, the Tank 500 carries on from its 2025 Malaysian launch with no 2026-specific update announced. The core model remains the HEV Ultra, while the Black Edition added in 2025 gives the flagship SUV a full black exterior at RM336,800, RM8,000 above the regular HEV. GWM’s Hi4 hybrid all-wheel drive work also touches the Tank 500 nameplate, with the Tank 500 Hi4-T sampled in Australia, but that is not a Malaysian variant.
Variant (1)
RM328,800 · est. from RM3,355/mo
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 241 hp
- Motor Horsepower
- 105 hp
- Torque
- 380 Nm
- Motor Torque
- 268 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,998 cc
- Battery Capacity
- 1.75 kWh
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 7
- Boot Space
- 98 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
Previous model years (1)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 241 hp
- Motor Horsepower
- 105 hp
- Torque
- 380 Nm
- Motor Torque
- 268 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,998 cc
- Battery Capacity
- 1.75 kWh
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 7
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
Colours
across the range — availability varies by variant
- Crystal Grey Metallic
- Hamilton White Metallic
- Sun Black Metallic
GWM Tank 500 buyer's guides & reviews
Verdict
The Tank 500 is for buyers who want seven seats, hybrid drive and a 4x4 SUV body rather than a lower-priced D-segment SUV. Its price sits well above the Hyundai Santa Fe, Toyota Harrier, Proton X90, Jetour VT9 and Leapmotor C10, though below the Kia EV9. That makes it an expensive choice in this class, with its appeal resting on size, hybrid hardware and flagship positioning.
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GWM Tank 500 sales in Malaysia
86 registered so far in 2026 — Malaysia's #158 best-selling model this year. 12 were registered in Jul 2026, the latest month on record.
Full Tank 500 sales data, month by month →Rivals to consider
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GWM Tank 500 FAQ
How much is the GWM Tank 500 in Malaysia?
The GWM Tank 500 HEV Ultra costs RM328,800 in Malaysia. The Black Edition, which adds a full black exterior, costs RM336,800.
What do you get in the GWM Tank 500?
The HEV Ultra gets a 1,998 cc petrol hybrid drivetrain, a conventional automatic transmission and seven seats. The Malaysian launch car is a hybrid 4x4 with 346 PS and 648 Nm.
Is the GWM Tank 500 a seven-seater?
Yes. The Malaysian GWM Tank 500 HEV Ultra has seven seats, positioning it as a family SUV rather than a five-seat D-segment crossover.
How does the GWM Tank 500 compare on price with rivals?
It costs more than the Hyundai Santa Fe from RM225,000, Toyota Harrier from RM289,000 and Proton X90 from RM106,800. It costs less than the Kia EV9 from RM368,668.
