Hyundai ALCAZAR vs GWM Tank 300

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.

Hyundai ALCAZAR in South Africa

Hyundai ALCAZAR

1.5D Elite AT Diesel Automatic
ZAR 669,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 85 kW 🔧 250 Nm ⛽ 5.9 km/l
VS
GWM Tank 300 in South Africa

GWM Tank 300

2.0T Hi4-T Hybrid Hybrid Automatic
ZAR 849,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 240 kW 🔧 750 Nm ⛽ 2.8 km/l
Add a 3rd car

At a Glance — Who Wins What

Performance Tank 300
Fuel Economy Tie
🛡 Safety Tank 300
📦 Practicality Tank 300
🔑 Ownership Tie
ALCAZAR starts ZAR 699900 cheaper ALCAZAR from ZAR 499,900 · Tank 300 from ZAR 699,900

Key Specs Side by Side

The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.

Spec ALCAZAR Tank 300
Engine Power 85 240
Torque 250 750
Engine Size 1493 1999
Claimed Mileage 5.9 2.8
Ground Clearance 200 mm 224
Boot Space 180 490
Airbags Not Available 8
Kerb Weight Not Applicable 2050
Seating Capacity 7 5
Warranty 5 5

= leads in this spec

The Bottom Line

Tank 300 dominates this comparison with clear advantages across multiple categories.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance Tank 300 +38 pts
Efficiency Equal
Safety Tank 300 +72 pts
Practicality Tank 300 +12 pts
Ownership Equal

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

ALCAZAR

Strengths
  • Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Less comprehensive safety features
  • Less practical in daily usage
Best suited to: General Use
🏆 Overall Winner

Tank 300

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Stronger safety package
  • More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
  • No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to: Highway Driving Family Usage

Which One's Right for You?

ALCAZAR

  • Buyers looking for a balanced all-round vehicle

Tank 300

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec ALCAZAR Tank 300
Model Introduced Year Current local generation year not confirmed 2024
Generation Current South African ALCAZAR listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data. First generation, launched globally in 2021 and brought to South Africa in 2024. The Tank brand is positioned as GWM's premium off-road sub-brand alongside Haval (SUVs) and Ora (electric).
Facelift History Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle. First-generation Tank 300 launched in South Africa in 2024. No significant facelift to date; software updates have refined the differential locking activation logic and refined the hybrid system on the Hi4-T variant.
Facelift Launched Since Original current-generation version 2024
Facelift Version Ending Current Current
Body Style Seven-seat SUV SUV
Color Note Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering. Crystal White, Hamilton Black, Mars Red, Atlantic Blue, Adventure Olive Green and Sand Dune Beige. The Adventure Olive Green is exclusive to Off-Road and Hi4-T Hybrid trims.
Dealer Stock Note Top grade in the South Africa lineup Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status published published
Segment SUV SUV
Vehicle Type SUV SUV
Spec ALCAZAR Tank 300
Ground Clearance 200 mm 224 mm
Wheelbase 2760 mm 2750 mm
Length 4560 mm 4638 mm
Width 1800 mm 1926 mm
Height 1710 mm 1850 mm
Kerb Weight Not Applicable 2050 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight Not Applicable 2200 kg
Seating Capacity 7 5
Boot Space 180 l 490 l
Towing Capacity Not Applicable 2500 kg
Front Track Width Not Applicable 1560 mm
Rear Track Width Not Applicable 1570 mm
Turning Radius Not Applicable 12.4 m
Load Bed Length Not Applicable Not Applicable
Load Bed Width Not Applicable Not Applicable
Front Legroom Not Applicable 1050 mm
Rear Legroom Not Applicable 890 mm
Front Headroom Not Applicable 990 mm
Rear Headroom Not Applicable 960 mm
Front Shoulder Room Not Applicable 1430 mm
Rear Shoulder Room Not Applicable 1390 mm
Boot Space Seats Folded 180 l 690 l
Number of Doors 5 5
Max Payload Not Applicable Not Applicable
Boot Volume 180 l 490 l
Doors 5 5
Seats 7 5
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 l 65 l
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg Not Applicable 2200 kg
Ground Clearance Max 200 mm 224 mm
Ground Clearance Min 200 mm 224 mm
Ground Clearance Mm 200 mm 224 mm
Height Mm 1710 mm 1850 mm
Length Mm 4560 mm 4638 mm
Loadbox Length Mm Not Applicable Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm Not Applicable Not Applicable
Payload Kg Not Applicable Not Applicable
Cargo Volume 180 l 490 l
Tare Mass Kg Not Applicable 2050 kg
Turning Circle Not Applicable 12.4 m
Turning Circle M Not Applicable 12.4 m
Width Mm 1800 mm 1926 mm
Front Overhang - 880 mm
Rear Overhang - 890 mm
Tracking System - Optional
Boot Space Seats Folded 180 l 690 l

Overall Verdict Score

Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

Tank 300 leads by 28 points

Tank 300 dominates this comparison with clear advantages across multiple categories.

Winner 74 /100
Lead 28 points
Data 97% confidence
74
#1 Winner

Tank 300

97% data confidence 3 strong categories
Best at Safety 100 Check Efficiency 33
Performance 82
Efficiency 33
Safety 100
Practicality 76
Ownership 65
Leads by 28 points
46
#2

ALCAZAR

76% data confidence 0 strong categories
Best at Ownership 65 Check Safety 28
Performance 44
Efficiency 33
Safety 28
Practicality 64
Ownership 65
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance Tank 300 +38 Efficiency Level Safety Tank 300 +72 Practicality Tank 300 +12 Ownership Level

High confidence result.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

Tank 300

Performance 82/100
Efficiency 33/100
Safety 100/100
Practicality 76/100
Ownership 65/100

ALCAZAR

Performance 44/100
Efficiency 33/100
Safety 28/100
Practicality 64/100
Ownership 65/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 GWM Tank 300 wins with 74 pts vs 46 pts for ALCAZAR

In structured scoring, Tank 300 emerges as the stronger overall package. However, ALCAZAR may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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Questions Buyers Usually Ask

On our scoring the Tank 300 edges ahead overall. That said, the right choice depends on what you actually use the car for — the breakdown above shows exactly where each one wins and loses.

Efficiency scores: ALCAZAR 33 vs Tank 300 33. In the real world, diesel variants of either car will beat the claimed figure on long highways and fall short in Joburg traffic.

Safety scores: ALCAZAR 28, Tank 300 100. Check each model page for NCAP ratings and which trim levels include AEB and blind-spot monitoring — those features aren't always standard.

Long-term ownership scores: ALCAZAR 65, Tank 300 65. Service intervals, parts availability in SA, and whether a service plan is bundled all factor in — check the individual variant specs for that detail.

Practicality scores: ALCAZAR 64, Tank 300 76. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: ALCAZAR 44, Tank 300 82. This looks at real-world pace — 0–100 kph, highway flexibility, and how either car feels when you actually need to overtake on an N-road.

Resale varies with colour, spec, and market timing, but Japanese brands — and Toyota specifically — have a strong track record in SA. Check current used prices for both on AutoTrader to see the real gap right now.

Ground clearance and 4WD availability are what matter most here. Scroll to the spec table above to compare both side by side — if either model offers a 4WD variant, that's the version worth comparing.

Fuel, insurance, and service costs are the big three. Diesel variants of both models typically save R800–R1,500/month in fuel at current SA pump prices. The Tank 300 edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The Tank 300 scores better overall, but neither car is a bad buy here. It comes down to what features matter to you — check the full spec table above to see exactly what you gain and lose at each price point.

In Depth — Breaking It All Down

The comparison between ALCAZAR and Tank 300 in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: ALCAZAR scores 44 vs 82.

Efficiency: ALCAZAR scores 33 vs 33.

Safety: ALCAZAR scores 28 vs 100.

Practicality: ALCAZAR scores 64 vs 76.

Ownership: ALCAZAR scores 65 vs 65.

Final structured scoring gives Tank 300 the advantage in this comparison.