Geely E5 Electric 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.

Geely E5 Electric in South Africa

Geely E5 Electric

Apex Plus Electric Single-Speed Reduction Gear Current
ZAR 788,888 ex-showroom
⚡ 160 kW 🔧 320 Nm
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GWM Tank 300 in South Africa

GWM Tank 300

2.0T Hi4-T Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid 8-Speed Automatic Current
ZAR 849,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 240 kW 🔧 750 Nm ⛽ 35.7 km/l
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Decision summary

Geely E5 Electric vs GWM Tank 300: the short answer

The verified specification tables are ready to compare, but Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.

Tank 300 starts ZAR 99 cheaper E5 Electric from ZAR 699,999 · Tank 300 from ZAR 699,900

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification E5 Electric Tank 300
Maximum Power E5 Electric160 kW Tank 300240 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque E5 Electric320 Nm Tank 300750 Nm
Engine Size E5 ElectricNot Applicable Tank 3001999 cc
Combined Fuel Economy E5 ElectricNot Applicable Tank 30035.7 km/l
Ground Clearance E5 ElectricNot Officially Disclosed Tank 300224 mm

Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec E5 Electric Tank 300
Model Introduced Year 2025 2024
Generation Current South African model / exact generation number not separately published 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 No applicable South African facelift history established 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 Not Applicable 2024
Facelift Version Ending Not Applicable Current
Body Style SUV SUV
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status active published
Segment Passenger vehicle SUV
Vehicle Type SUV SUV
Color Note - 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 - Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Tare Mass Kg - 2050 kg
Spec E5 Electric Tank 300
Length 4615 mm 4638 mm
Width 1901 mm 1926 mm
Height 1670 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase 2750 mm 2750 mm
Ground Clearance (Default) Not Officially Disclosed 224 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) Not Officially Disclosed -
Fuel Tank Capacity Not Officially Disclosed 65 l
Boot/Cargo Space 461 l 490 l
Kerb Weight 1815 kg 2050 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) Not Officially Disclosed 2200 kg
Payload Capacity Not Officially Disclosed -
Towing Capacity Not Officially Disclosed 2500 kg
Seating Capacity Not Officially Disclosed 5 seats
Number of Rows Not Officially Disclosed -
Doors Not Officially Disclosed 5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius Not Officially Disclosed 12.4 m
Front Headroom Not Officially Disclosed 990 mm
Rear Headroom Not Officially Disclosed 960 mm
Front Legroom Not Officially Disclosed 1050 mm
Rear Legroom Not Officially Disclosed 890 mm

In depth: how these cars differ

This E5 Electric and Tank 300 comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.

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Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.

Specification Index Withheld

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Fail closed

Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.

Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.

What the evidence means

No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.

E5 Electric vs Tank 300 questions

There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives 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.

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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.