Source type: BAIC South Africa official model page and brochure
BAIC B40 Plus vs GWM Tank 500
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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BAIC B40 Plus
Honor Edition
Petrol
8-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 699,500
ex-showroom
⚡ 165 kW
🔧 380 Nm
⛽ 9.0 km/l
VS
GWM Tank 500
3.0T Hi4-T Luxury
Plug-in Hybrid
9-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 1,149,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 340 kW
🔧 750 Nm
⛽ 40 km/l
＋
Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
BAIC B40 Plus vs GWM Tank 500: the short answer
Tank 500 has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over B40 Plus.
B40 Plus starts ZAR 450,400 cheaper
B40 Plus from ZAR 699,500 · Tank 500 from ZAR 1,149,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | B40 Plus | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | B40 Plus165 kW @ 5500 rpm | Tank 500340 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | B40 Plus380 Nm @ 1750-4500 rpm | Tank 500750 Nm |
| Engine Size | B40 Plus1998 cc | Tank 5002999 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | B40 Plus9.0 km/l | Tank 50040 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | B40 Plus210 mm | Tank 500224 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official OEM South Africa
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
B40 Plus
Strengths
- Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
- Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:
General Use
Specification evidence leader
Tank 500
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
- Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
- No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
B40 Plus
- Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
Tank 500
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | B40 Plus | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2021 | 2025 |
| Generation | Current B40 Plus Honor Edition within the locally served first B40 Plus generation, using body-on-frame construction and an electronic part-time 4WD system. | First generation Tank 500, launched globally in 2023 and brought to South Africa in 2025. Local specification leans toward maximum equipment loading and softer suspension calibration versus the Chinese-domestic version. |
| Facelift History | The B40 Plus launched in South Africa in October 2021. The current Honor Edition debuted locally in May 2025, adding electric seat adjustment and a sunroof to the City Hunter-based specification; BAIC now presents it as the sole current B40 Plus derivative. | Recently launched into the SA market in 2025; no facelift to date. Software updates expected to refine hybrid system behaviour and adaptive air suspension calibration based on early SA fleet feedback. |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2025 | 2025 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Five-door body-on-frame off-road SUV | SUV |
| Model Year | 2021 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | published |
| Segment | Off-road SUV | SUV |
| Vehicle Type | SUV | SUV |
| Color Note | - | Crystal White, Hamilton Black, Pittsburgh Silver, Cosmos Grey, Atlantic Blue and Adventure Olive Green. Two-tone roof options available with selected base colours. |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 2680 kg |
| Spec | B40 Plus | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4630 mm | 5060 mm |
| Width | 1925 mm | 1996 mm |
| Height | 1871 mm | 1905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2745 mm | 2950 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 210 mm | 224 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 190 mm | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 l | 80 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 532 l | 580 l |
| Kerb Weight | 2110 kg | 2680 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2535 kg | 3200 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 425 kg | - |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 3000 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | - |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | Not Officially Disclosed | 13 m |
| Front Headroom | 1010 mm | 990 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 1000 mm | 960 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1045 mm | 1050 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 900 mm | 890 mm |
| Spec | B40 Plus | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine | 3-litre Twin Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | GW4C30D |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Engine Displacement | 1998 cc | 2999 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | Not Officially Disclosed | 24 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Twin Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Not Officially Disclosed | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 165 kW @ 5500 rpm | 340 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 380 Nm @ 1750-4500 rpm | 750 Nm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | 320 kW |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | 750 Nm |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic | 9-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 210 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.9 sec | 4.8 sec |
| Quarter Mile | 17.2 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Comfort, Eco, Sport, Snow | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | No | Yes |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 78.2 kW/tonne | 119.4 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 180.1 Nm/tonne | 279.9 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | 27 kWh |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | 135 km |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Spec | B40 Plus | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 8AT | 9-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | 4WD | Front Engine All Wheel Drive |
| LSD Available | No | Yes |
| Transfer Case | Electronic 4WD transfer case | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Rear electronic differential lock; Front optional electronic differential lock | Yes |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 3.73 |
| Number of Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Torque Converter |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Electronic time-sharing 4WD | All Wheel Drive (Hi4-T Hybrid) |
| 4WD Engagement | Electronic time-sharing 4WD | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Standard | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Yes | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Electronic 4WD transfer case | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Front Differential Lock | Optional electronic differential lock | Yes |
| Gearbox Type | Automatic | 9-Speed Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Front and rear drive | AWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Electronic differential lock | Yes |
| Transmission Speeds | 8 | 9 |
| Engine Position | - | Front Transverse |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 14.7:1 |
| Drive Mode Selector | - | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Reverse Gear Warning | - | Yes |
| Spec | B40 Plus | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 9.0 km/l | 40 km/l |
| City Mileage | 7.6 km/l | 28.6 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 10.6 km/l | 47.6 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 l | 80 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro IV | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Real-world Mileage | 9.0 km/l | 40 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 75 | 80 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Officially Disclosed | 135 |
| Electric Consumption | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Distance To Empty | - | Yes |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Fuel Filler Cap | - | Lockable |
| Spec | B40 Plus | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 2 | 8 |
| ABS | Standard | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Yes |
| Traction Control | Standard | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Standard | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Standard | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Yes |
| Alarm System | Standard | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Standard | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Standard | Yes |
| AEB | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| BA | Standard | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Standard | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Standard | Yes |
| EBD | Standard | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Standard | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Standard | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Standard | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Stability Control | Standard | Yes |
| TCS | Standard | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Yes |
| Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Yes |
| Safety Rating | - | 5 |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Yes |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Yes |
| Fatigue Detection | - | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 8 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 8 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Yes |
| Tracking System | - | Optional |
| Spec | B40 Plus | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Standard | Front and Rear |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Auto Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Standard | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Around View Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Auto Lights | - | Yes |
| Eco Mode | - | Yes |
| EV Mode | - | Yes |
| Sport Mode | - | Yes |
| Attention Assist | - | Yes |
| Auto Park Assist | - | No |
| Emergency Braking | - | Yes |
| Front Camera | - | Yes |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Front and Rear |
| Parking Sensor | - | Front and Rear |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Yes |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Yes |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | - | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Yes |
| Reversing Camera | - | Yes |
| Surround View Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Spec | B40 Plus | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather | Nappa Leather |
| Heated Seats | No | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Ambient Lighting | Monochrome | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather Wrapped |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Standard | Yes |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 6-way electric | 12-Way Electric |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 6-way electric | 4-Way Manual |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Nappa Leather |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Yes |
| Steering Type | - | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60/40 Split |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Rear Armrest | - | Yes |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1520 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1480 mm |
| Cup Holders | - | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Yes |
| Rear USB Ports | - | Yes |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 2 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | Yes |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | Yes |
| Cooled Seats | - | Yes |
| Fabric Seats | - | No |
| Front Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Leather Seats | - | Yes |
| Memory Seats | - | Yes |
| Rear Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Armrest Front | - | Folding with storage |
| Armrest Rear | - | Centre folding with cupholders |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 780 |
| Cargo Net | - | No |
| Driver Seat | - | Yes |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | Quilted Nappa leather upholstery. 14.6-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless CarPlay and Android Auto. Full digital instrument cluster with multi-display configurations. Head-up display. Ventilated and heated front |
| Interior Courtesy Lights | - | LED |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black with silver accents |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Nappa Leather |
| Massage Seat Front | - | Yes |
| Interior Colours | - | 2 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Entertainment | - | No |
| Rear Seat Ventilation | - | No |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Yes |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Fore Aft | - | Yes |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Height | - | Yes |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60/40 Split |
| Seat Heating Rear | - | Yes |
| Seat Ventilation Rear | - | Yes |
| Third Row Seating Capacity | - | 0 |
| Third Row Seats | - | No |
| Spec | B40 Plus | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Dual-zone automatic | Yes |
| Power Windows | Standard | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Standard | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Sunroof | Standard | Yes |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Standard | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 965 l | 780 l |
| AC Type | Dual-zone automatic | Yes |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 11.1 L/100 km | 2.5 |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 965 l | 780 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Yes |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Electric |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Yes |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | - | Yes |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Yes |
| Aero Kit | - | No |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Yes |
| Boot Opener | - | Yes |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | Yes |
| Chrome Grille | - | Yes |
| Climate Zones | - | 3 |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.38 |
| Driver Display | - | Digital |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop | Standard | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Standard | Yes |
| Engine Warranty | - | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Front Power Outlet | - | Yes |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Yes |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | No |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | Yes |
| Heads Up Display | - | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Yes |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | Yes |
| Intercooler | - | Yes |
| Multi Function Steering | - | Yes |
| Panoramic Roof | Standard | Yes |
| Performance Data Logger | - | No |
| Power Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | - | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60/40 |
| Rear Wing | - | Integrated Spoiler |
| Remote Engine Start | - | Yes |
| Rev Matching | - | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | Yes |
| Roof Antenna | - | Shark Fin Antenna |
| Seat Type | - | High Bolster Sports Seat |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Side Steps | - | Yes |
| Skid Plates | - | Yes |
| Spare Wheel | Full-size spare | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Yes |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Response | - | Progressive |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | - | Yes |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Trip Computer | - | Yes |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | No |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Yes |
| Voice Command | - | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | - | Yes |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 340 sec |
| Active Safety Alert | - | Yes |
| Air Conditioning | Dual-zone automatic | Yes |
| Ambient Light Zones | - | Multi-zone |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Yes |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | Yes |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Full-length with storage |
| Coat Hooks Rear | - | Yes |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct Injection |
| Cornering Lights | - | Yes |
| Diff Lock | - | Yes |
| Difflock | - | Yes |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Yes |
| Door Sill Trim | - | Aluminium |
| Driver Drowsiness Detection | - | Yes |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Electric |
| Follow Me Home Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Yes |
| Front Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Front Wiper | - | Yes |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Variable intermittent |
| Glove Box | - | Lockable illuminated |
| Grab Handles Rear | - | Yes |
| Headrest Front | - | Adjustable |
| Headrest Rear | - | Adjustable |
| Heated Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Horn Type | - | Electric |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Yes |
| Intelligent Speed Assist | - | Yes |
| Lift Gate | - | Yes |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Low Speed Manoeuvring Assist | - | Yes |
| Manual Aircon | - | Yes |
| Mirror | - | Electric Adjustable |
| Oil Pressure Warning | - | Yes |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Yes |
| Pedal Covers | - | Aluminium-style |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Yes |
| Puddle Lights | - | Yes |
| Reading Lights Front | - | Yes |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | Yes |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Yes |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Yes |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | Yes |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Yes |
| Refrigerated Console | - | Yes |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Yes |
| Remote Start | - | No |
| Rev Counter | - | Yes |
| Rim Size | 17-inch | 22 |
| Roof Load | - | 50 kg |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Yes |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Yes |
| Sonar | - | Front and Rear |
| Sound System | 6 | 12 |
| Source Model Column | - | tank-500 |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Yes |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Body on Frame Ladder Chassis |
| Sunvisors | - | Dual with vanity mirrors |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Temperature Gauge | - | Yes |
| Three Zone Climate | - | Yes |
| Tie Down Hooks | - | Yes |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Receiver hitch compatible |
| TPMS | Standard | Yes |
| Trailer Stability Assist | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Trailer Sway Control | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Trim Level | - | flagship |
| Unlocking | Standard | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Yes |
| Variant Role | - | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vdc | - | Yes |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Yes |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Yes |
| Welcome Lighting | - | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Spec | B40 Plus | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch central infotainment system | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 6 | 12 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 12.3-inch LCD instrument cluster | Yes |
| USB Ports | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Infotainment Screen | 10.25-inch central touchscreen | Yes |
| Touchscreen | 10.25-inch central touchscreen | Yes |
| Navigation System | - | Yes |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 10.25-inch central touchscreen | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | Yes |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Display | - | 14.6-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | - | Yes |
| Premium Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 6 | 12 |
| Audio System | - | Yes |
| Display Audio | - | Yes |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 4 |
| Head Up Display | - | Yes |
| Multi Information Display | - | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Connected Services | - | Yes |
| Voice Control | - | Yes |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Yes |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Spec | B40 Plus | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Standard | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Lightweight dual-tone alloy | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Exterior Colour Options | Ice White, Onyx Black, Desert Red, Ocean Blue, Future Grey, Forest Green | 6 |
| Headlights | Standard | Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Yes |
| Body Cladding | - | Yes |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Roof Type | - | Metal Roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electric Adjustable |
| Rear Wiper | - | Yes |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body Coloured |
| Body Type | - | SUV |
| DRL | LED | Yes |
| Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Led Headlights | Standard | Yes |
| Led Taillights | - | Yes |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Overhang | - | 880 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 890 mm |
| Auto Headlights | - | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | Yes |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Metal Roof |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body Coloured |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Electric |
| Front Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | Yes |
| Headlamps | Standard | Yes |
| Headlight Type | Standard | Yes |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Spec | B40 Plus | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 37 deg | 33 deg |
| Departure Angle | 31 deg | 28 deg |
| Wading Depth | 600 mm | 800 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Snow, Sport, Comfort, Eco | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Rear axle electronic differential lock | Yes |
| 4WD System Type | Electronic time-sharing 4WD | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | 23 deg | 22 deg |
| Wading Depth Mm | 600 mm | 800 mm |
| Underbody Protection | - | Yes |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 22 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | No |
| Hill Descent Control | Standard | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 22 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 33 deg |
| Breakover Angle Deg | - | 22 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 28 deg |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 280 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 224 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Front | - | Yes |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Yes |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Yes |
| Spec | B40 Plus | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 265/65 R17 | 285/45R22 |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full-size spare | Yes |
| Wheel Rim Size | 17-inch | 22 |
| Tyre Type | All-Terrain | Highway All-Terrain |
| Auto Brake Hold | Yes | Yes |
| Handbrake Type | Electric parking brake | Electronic parking brake |
| Towing Unbraked Kg | 750 kg | - |
| Wheel Material | Lightweight dual-tone alloy | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Wheel Type | Lightweight dual-tone alloy | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 308 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 292 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Electronic |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 114 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | V |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size spare | Yes |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 285 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 285 mm |
| Wheel Diameter | 17-inch | 22 |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Yes |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Yes |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Electronic |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Yes |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather Wrapped |
| Spare Wheel Location | - | Under vehicle / boot floor |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Alloy |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather Wrapped |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Yes |
| Wheel Cover | - | Alloy |
| Wheel Locking Nuts | - | Yes |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 22 |
| Wheels | Lightweight dual-tone alloy | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Spec | B40 Plus | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Double wishbone independent front suspension | Double Wishbone with Adaptive Dampers |
| Rear Suspension | Five-link non-independent rear suspension | Multi-Link with Adaptive Dampers |
| Chassis Type | Body-on-frame | Body on Frame Ladder Chassis |
| Front Track Width | - | 1560 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1570 mm |
| Power Steering | - | Yes |
| Steering Column | - | Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Air Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Hydraulic |
| Air Suspension | - | Yes |
| Air Suspension Modes | - | 5 |
| Chassis Material | - | Body on Frame Ladder Chassis |
| Front Suspension Type | Double wishbone independent front suspension | Double Wishbone with Adaptive Dampers |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Multi-Link with Adaptive Dampers |
| Rear Suspension Type | Five-link non-independent rear suspension | Multi-Link with Adaptive Dampers |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Hydraulic |
| Suspension | - | Double Wishbone with Adaptive Dampers |
| Spec | B40 Plus | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 15000 km | 10000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 4 years / 60000 km | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 4 years / 60000 km | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Service Plan | 4 years / 60000 km | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Approx Service Cost | - | Included in Service Plan |
| Battery Warranty | - | 8 Years / 160,000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 7.5 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 10,000 km |
| First Service At | - | 5000 |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Yes |
| Alternator | - | 110A |
| Service Intervals | - | 10000 |
| Spec | B40 Plus | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 years / 120000 km | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 years / 120000 km | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Warranty | 5 years / 120000 km | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Yes |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 6 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 5 years / 120000 km | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Yes |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | Yes |
| Spec | B40 Plus | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | Not Officially Disclosed | 58 g/km |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | 92 RON or higher petrol | 95 Octane Unleaded |
| Start Stop System | - | Yes |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Plug-In Hybrid AWD (Hi4-T) |
| Noise Level | - | Low |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | Yes |
| Particulate Filter | - | No |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | 5/5 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 58 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | EVAP Canister |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 58 |
| Spec | B40 Plus | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Private buyer ownership with BAIC South Africa warranty and service support | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 699500 ZAR | 1149900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current ex-showroom price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 699500 | 1149900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 699500 | 1149900 |
| Spec | B40 Plus | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 3.0 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 4.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 3.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 5.5 l/100km |
In depth: how these cars differ
This B40 Plus and Tank 500 comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: B40 Plus 71 vs Tank 500 100.
Efficiency index: B40 Plus 41 vs Tank 500 97.
Safety-equipment index: B40 Plus 57 vs Tank 500 100.
Practicality index: B40 Plus 67 vs Tank 500 83.
Ownership-cover index: B40 Plus 62 vs Tank 500 65.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
Tank 500 leads by 29 points
Tank 500 has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over B40 Plus.
Evidence leader
90
/100
Lead
29
points
Data
96%
source coverage
90
#1
Evidence leader
Tank 500
96% source coverage
4 strong categories
Best at
Performance 100
Check
Ownership 65
Performance
100
Efficiency
97
Safety
100
Practicality
83
Ownership
65
Leads by 29 points
61
#2
B40 Plus
92% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Performance 71
Check
Efficiency 41
Performance
71
Efficiency
41
Safety
57
Practicality
67
Ownership
62
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Tank 500 +29
Efficiency
Tank 500 +56
Safety
Tank 500 +43
Practicality
Tank 500 +16
Ownership
Tank 500 +3
Large difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Tank 500
Performance
100/100
Efficiency
97/100
Safety
100/100
Practicality
83/100
Ownership
65/100
B40 Plus
Performance
71/100
Efficiency
41/100
Safety
57/100
Practicality
67/100
Ownership
62/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
GWM Tank 500
leads the specification evidence index with 90 pts
vs 61 pts for B40 Plus
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Tank 500 leads. However, B40 Plus may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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B40 Plus vs Tank 500 questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.