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Tiggo 8 Pro Max
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Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
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Spec
Tank 300
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
360 Degree Camera
Yes
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Standard
Around View Monitor
Yes
Standard
Attention Assist
Yes
-
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
Standard
Automatic High Beam
Yes
-
Auto Highbeam
Yes
Standard
Auto Lights
Yes
-
Auto Park Assist
No
-
Auto Wipers
Yes
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Standard
Cruise Control
Yes
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
Standard
Eco Mode
Yes
-
Emergency Braking
Yes
-
EV Mode
Yes
-
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
Standard
Front Camera
Yes
-
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Standard
Park Assist
Yes
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Front and Rear
-
Parking Sensor
Front and Rear
-
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Standard
Pre-Collision System
Yes
-
Rain Sensor Wipers
Yes
-
Rear View Camera
Yes
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
Standard
Rear View Camera
Yes
-
Reverse Camera
Yes
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
Yes
-
Reversing Camera
Yes
-
Sport Mode
Yes
-
Surround View Camera
Yes
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
Not Available
Spec
Tank 300
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
4WD Engagement
Available
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Yes
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Yes
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Yes
Standard
Axle Layout
AWD
FWD
Clutch Type
Torque Converter
Automatic clutch
Differential Lock
Yes
Not Applicable
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
-
Drivetrain
All Wheel Drive (Hi4-T Hybrid)
FWD
Drivetrain Layout
Front Engine Four Wheel Drive
FWD
Engine Position
Front Transverse
-
Final Drive Ratio
3.73
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
8
7
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Standard
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Electric
Gearbox
8-Speed Automatic
7 DCT
Gearbox Type
8-Speed Automatic
7 DCT
LSD Available
Yes
Not Applicable
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Yes
Standard
Reverse Gear Warning
Yes
-
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
14.7:1
-
Transfer Case
Yes
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
8
7
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Front Differential Lock
Yes
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Yes
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Tank 300
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
4WD System Type
Full-Time 4WD with Low Range
Not Applicable
Approach Angle
38 deg
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
38 deg
-
Breakover Angle
30 deg
Not Available
Breakover Angle Deg
30 deg
-
Departure Angle
35 deg
Not Available
Departure Angle Deg
35 deg
-
Ground Clearance Max
224 mm
203 mm
Ground Clearance Min
224 mm
203 mm
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Standard
Locking Differential
Yes
Not Applicable
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
-
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
-
Ramp Breakover Angle
28 deg
-
Ramp-over Angle
30 deg
-
Recovery Hooks
No
-
Skid Plates Front
Yes
-
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Yes
-
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Yes
-
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
-
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Applicable
Underbody Camera
Yes
-
Underbody Protection
Yes
-
Wading Depth
800 mm
Not Available
Wading Depth Mm
800 mm
-
Spec
Tank 300
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Standard
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
-
Adjustable Front Seat
Yes
-
Ambient Lighting
Yes
Standard
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Armrest Front
Folding with storage
-
Armrest Rear
Centre folding with cupholders
-
Boot Space Seats Down
1100
-
Cargo Net
No
-
Cooled Seats
Yes
-
Cup Holders
Yes
-
Driver Seat
Yes
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
10-Way Electric
Power
Fabric Seats
No
-
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 Split
-
Front Headrest
Adjustable
-
Heated Seats
Yes
Standard
Instrument Cluster Type
Digital Instrument Cluster
-
Interior Colour Options
2
-
Interior Colours
2
-
Interior Courtesy Lamps
14.6-inch infotainment touchscreen across all variants with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Digital instrument cluster on LT and Hi4-T Hybrid. Head-up display on Hi4-T Hybrid. Genuine leather seats with red cont
-
Interior Courtesy Lights
LED
-
Interior Trim Colour
Black with silver accents
-
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Leather
-
Leather Seats
Yes
-
Driver Lumbar Support
Yes
-
Door Map Pockets
Yes
-
Memory Seats
Yes
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-Way Manual
Power
Rear AC Vents
Yes
-
Rear Armrest
Yes
-
Rear Headrest
Adjustable
-
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
Yes
-
Rear Seat Ventilation
No
-
Seat Adjustment
Yes
-
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 Material
Leather
Leatherette / leather
Seat Trim
Leather
Leatherette / leather
Front Shoulder Room
1430 mm
Not Available
Rear Shoulder Room
1390 mm
Not Available
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Steering Type
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Material
Leather Wrapped
Leather
Third Row Seating Capacity
0
-
Third Row Seats
No
-
Rear USB Ports
Yes
-
Ventilated Seats
Yes
Standard
Spec
Tank 300
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
ABS
Yes
Standard
ABS EBD
Yes
Standard
AEB
Yes
Standard
Airbags
8
Multiple airbags
Alarm System
Yes
-
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
-
BA
Yes
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
-
Brake Assist
Yes
Standard
Brake Override System
Yes
Standard
Central Locking
Yes
-
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Standard
Driver Airbag
Yes
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
8
-
Driver Passenger Airbags
8
-
EBD
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Standard
ESC With Traction Control
Yes
-
Fatigue Detection
Yes
-
Front Parking Sensors
Yes
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Standard
Hill Hold
Yes
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Standard
Knee Airbag
No
Not Available
Lane Change Warning
Yes
-
Safety Rating
5
-
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Standard
Pedestrian Detection AEB
Yes
-
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Standard
Side Airbags
Yes
Standard
Side Impact Beams
Yes
-
Speed Alert System
Yes
-
Stability Control
Yes
Standard
TCS
Yes
Standard
Tracking System
Optional
-
Traction Control
Yes
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Standard
Whiplash Protection
Yes
-
Spec
Tank 300
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
AC Type
Yes
Automatic
Accelerator 0 100
167 sec
-
12V Accessory Socket
Yes
-
Active Safety Alert
Yes
-
Adaptive Dampers
Yes
-
Aero Kit
No
-
Air Conditioning
Yes
Automatic
Auto Dimming Irvm
Yes
-
Auto Dimming Mirror
Yes
-
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
-
Automatic High Beam
Yes
-
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Boot Opener
Yes
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
690 l
739 l
Bottle Holders
Yes
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Centre Console
Full-length with storage
-
Chrome Exterior Highlights
Yes
-
Chrome Grille
Yes
-
Climate Control
Yes
Automatic
Climate Zones
2
-
Coat Hooks Rear
Yes
-
Common Rail Injection
Direct Injection
-
Cornering Lights
Yes
-
Diff Lock
Yes
-
Difflock
Yes
-
Digital Speedometer
Yes
-
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
-
Door Sill Trim
Aluminium
-
Drag Coefficient
0.34
-
Driver Display
Digital
-
Driver Drowsiness Detection
Yes
-
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
Electric
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
-
Electric Tailgate
Yes
Standard
Engine Check Warning
Yes
-
Engine Start Button Illumination
Yes
-
Engine Start Stop
Yes
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Standard
Engine Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
-
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
-
Follow Me Home Lights
Yes
-
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Front Diff Lock
Yes
-
Front Power Outlet
Yes
-
Front Reading Lamps
Yes
-
Front Wiper
Yes
-
Front Wipers Type
Variable intermittent
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
2.8
-
Fuel Lid Opener
Yes
-
Glove Box
Lockable illuminated
-
Glovebox Cooling
No
-
Grab Handles Rear
Yes
-
Headlamp Height Adjust
Yes
-
Headlamp Washer
No
-
Headrest Adjustable
Yes
-
Headrest Front
Adjustable
-
Headrest Rear
Adjustable
-
Heads Up Display
Yes
-
Heated Mirrors
Yes
-
Hill Start Assist
Yes
-
Horn Type
Electric
-
Impact Sensing Door Unlock
Yes
-
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Yes
-
Intelligent Speed Assist
Yes
-
Intercooler
Yes
-
Keyless Entry
Yes
Standard
Lift Gate
Yes
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
-
Load Bed Light
Not Available
-
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
-
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
-
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
-
Low Speed Manoeuvring Assist
Yes
-
Manual Aircon
Yes
-
Mirror
Electric Adjustable
-
Electric Mirror Folding
Electric
-
Multi Function Steering
Yes
-
Oil Pressure Warning
Yes
-
Panoramic Roof
Yes
Standard
Passive Entry Start
Yes
-
Pedal Covers
Aluminium-style
-
Performance Data Logger
No
-
Power Mirrors
Yes
-
Power Socket 12v
Yes
-
Power Windows
Yes
Standard
Powered Tailgate
Yes
-
Puddle Lights
Yes
-
Push Button Start
Yes
Standard
Push Button Start
Yes
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Standard
Reading Lights Front
Yes
-
Reading Lights Rear
Yes
-
Rear Air Conditioning
Yes
-
Rear Defogger
Yes
-
Rear Diff Lock
Yes
-
Rear Electric Motor
Yes
-
Rear LED Combination Taillights
Yes
-
Rear Reading Lamps
Yes
-
Rear Seat Split
60/40
-
Rear Window Defroster
Yes
-
Rear Wing
Integrated Spoiler
-
Rearview Mirror Inside
Yes
-
Remote Central Locking
Yes
-
Remote Engine Start
Yes
-
Remote Side Mirror
Yes
-
Remote Start
No
-
Rev Counter
Yes
-
Rev Matching
No
-
Ride Mode Selection
Yes
-
Rim Size
19
235/50 R19
Roof Antenna
Shark Fin Antenna
-
Roof Load
50 kg
-
Roof Rack Compatibility
Yes
-
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Yes
-
Seat Type
High Bolster Sports Seat
-
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Yes
-
Service Reminder
Yes
-
Side Impact Bars
Yes
-
Side Steps
Yes
-
Skid Plates
Yes
-
Sonar
Front and Rear
-
Sound System
12
8
Source Model Column
tank-300
-
Spare Wheel
Yes
Not Available
Speed Alert System
Yes
-
Speed Limiter
Yes
-
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
-
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Stabilizer Bar
Yes
-
Stabilizer Bar Front
Yes
-
Stabilizer Bar Rear
Yes
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Steering Mounted Controls
Yes
-
Steering Response
Progressive
-
Sub Frame
Body on Frame Ladder Chassis
-
Sunroof
Yes
Standard
Sunvisors
Dual with vanity mirrors
-
Surround View Monitor
Yes
Standard
Tachometer
Yes
-
Tail Lamps
Yes
-
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
-
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Temperature Gauge
Yes
-
Tie Down Hooks
Yes
-
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Tow Bar Type
Receiver hitch compatible
-
TPMS
Yes
Standard
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trim Level
flagship
-
Trip Computer
Yes
-
Tyre Repair Kit
No
-
Unlocking
Yes
Standard
Vanity Mirror
Yes
-
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
Yes
-
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
-
Vdc
Yes
-
Voice Command
Yes
-
Voice Command Support
Yes
-
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Yes
-
Walk Away Lock
Yes
-
Welcome Lighting
Yes
-
Wireless Charger
Yes
Standard
Wireless Charging
Yes
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
690 l
739 l
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Tank 300
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Active Exhaust
Not Available
-
Alloy Wheel Design
Multi-Spoke Alloy
-
Auto Headlights
Yes
-
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
-
Body Cladding
Yes
-
Body Type
SUV
-
Chrome Exterior Finish
Yes
-
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Standard
Daytime Running Lights
Yes
Standard
Door Handle Finish
Body Coloured
-
DRL
Yes
Standard
Electric Blind Sunroof
Metal Roof
-
Exterior Colour Options
6
White, black, grey, silver, blue, green and other official Chery market colours by model.
Exterior Colour Options
6
-
Exterior Door Handle Colour
Body Coloured
-
Exterior Mirror Electric
Yes
-
Exterior Mirror Folding
Electric
-
Fog Lamps
Yes
Standard
Fog Lights
Yes
-
Front Fog Lamps
Yes
Standard
Front Fog Lights
Yes
-
Front Overhang
880 mm
-
Headlamp Levelling
Yes
-
Headlamps
Yes
Standard
Headlight Type
Yes
Standard
Headlights
Yes
Standard
LED Headlamps
Yes
Standard
Led Headlights
Yes
Standard
Led Taillights
Yes
-
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
-
Wing Mirror Type
Electric Adjustable
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Yes
Standard
Rear Fog Lights
Yes
-
Rear Overhang
890 mm
-
Rear Spoiler
Yes
-
Rear Wiper
Yes
-
Roof Rails
Yes
Standard
Roof Type
Metal Roof
-
Rear Spoiler
Yes
-
Spec
Tank 300
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
AdBlue Tank Capacity
No
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
City Mileage
7.0 km/l
10.6 km/l
Claimed Mileage
35.7 km/l
13.2 km/l
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Distance To Empty
Yes
-
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro VIb
Fuel Filler Cap
Lockable
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
65 l
51 l
Fuel Tank Litres
65
51
Highway Mileage
10.5 km/l
15.5 km/l
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
-
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
35.7 km/l
13.2 km/l
Auto Start Stop
Yes
Not Available
Spec
Tank 300
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Alternator
110A
-
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
-
Battery Warranty
8 Years / 160,000 km
-
First Service At
5000
-
Maintenance Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
-
Engine Oil Capacity
5.5 l
-
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km
-
Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
-
Service Interval
10000
-
Service Intervals
10000
-
Service Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
7 Year / 90 000 km
Service Plan Distance
5 Years / 75,000 km
7 Year / 90 000 km
Service Plan Duration
5 Years / 75,000 km
7 Year / 90 000 km
Spec
Tank 300
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Android Auto
Yes
Standard
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Standard
Audio
Yes
-
Audio Controls On Steering
Yes
-
Audio Speakers
12
8
Audio System
Yes
-
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Standard
Connected Services
Yes
-
Digital Instrument Cluster
Yes
Standard
Display Audio
Yes
-
FM Radio
Yes
-
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
3
-
Head Up Display
Yes
-
Infotainment System
Yes
Touchscreen infotainment
Infotainment Display
14.6-inch Touchscreen
-
Infotainment Screen
Yes
10.25-inch or larger by trim
Multi Information Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
-
Navigation System
Yes
-
Premium Audio
Yes
-
Radio
Yes
-
Rear Usb
Yes
-
Infotainment Screen Size
Yes
10.25-inch or larger by trim
Smartphone Connectivity
Yes
-
Number of Speakers
12
8
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
-
Touchscreen
Yes
10.25-inch or larger by trim
USB Ports
3
Front and rear USB where listed
Voice Control
Yes
-
Voice Recognition
Yes
-
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Yes
-
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
Standard
Spec
Tank 300
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
-
Basic Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 Year / 200 000 km
Roadside Assistance
Yes
-
Roadside Assistance
Yes
-
Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 Year / 200 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 Year / 200 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
Yes
-
Warranty Years
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 Year / 200 000 km
Spec
Tank 300
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Auto Brake Hold
Yes
-
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Yes
-
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
-
Brake Type Rear
Ventilated Disc
-
Brakes
Ventilated Disc
-
Cornering Brake Control
Yes
-
Electric Park Brake
Electronic
-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Front Brake Disc Diameter
308 mm
-
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Front Tyre Width
265 mm
-
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Electronic parking brake
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Yes
-
Leather Steering Wheel
Leather Wrapped
-
Parking Brake Type
Electronic
-
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
292 mm
-
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Tyre Width
265 mm
-
Spare Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Spare Wheel Location
Under vehicle / boot floor
-
Spare Wheel Size Type
Alloy
-
Spare Wheel Type
Yes
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Trim
Leather Wrapped
-
Tyre Load Index
108
-
Tyre Pressure Display
Yes
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Yes
Standard
Tyre Size
265/55R19
235/50 R19
Tyre Speed Rating
V
-
Tyre Type
All-Terrain Radial
-
Wheel Cover
Alloy
-
Wheel Diameter
19
235/50 R19
Wheel Locking Nuts
Yes
-
Wheel Material
Multi-Spoke Alloy
-
Wheel Rim Size
19
235/50 R19
Wheel Size Type
19
-
Wheel Type
Multi-Spoke Alloy
-
Wheels
Multi-Spoke Alloy
-
Spec
Tank 300
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Body Style
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.
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Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
-
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
published
active
Segment
SUV
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
2050 kg
1658 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Model Introduced Year
2024
2023
Generation
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).
Current South Africa Tiggo 8 Pro Max range
Facelift History
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.
Current South Africa version listed by official source
Facelift Launched Since
2024
2023
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Spec
Tank 300
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Boot/Cargo Space
490 l
117 l
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
65 l
51 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2200 kg
2211 kg
Ground Clearance (Default)
224 mm
203 mm
Front Headroom
990 mm
1020 mm
Rear Headroom
960 mm
985 mm
Height
1850 mm
1705 mm
Kerb Weight
2050 kg
1658 kg
Front Legroom
1050 mm
1055 mm
Rear Legroom
890 mm
945 mm
Length
4638 mm
4720 mm
Seating Capacity
5 seats
7 seats
Towing Capacity
2500 kg
1500 kg
Minimum Turning Radius
12.4 m
5.6 m
Wheelbase
2750 mm
2710 mm
Width
1926 mm
1860 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
203 mm
Payload Capacity
-
553 kg
Number of Rows
-
3 rows
Spec
Tank 300
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Chassis Material
Body on Frame Ladder Chassis
-
Chassis Type
Body on Frame Ladder Chassis
-
Front Spring Type
Coil Spring
-
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
-
Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
MacPherson strut
Front Suspension Type
Double Wishbone
MacPherson strut
Front Track Width
1560 mm
1582 mm
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
-
Power Steering
Yes
-
Rear Axle Type
Solid axle with coil springs
-
Rear Spring Type
Coil Spring
-
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
-
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link Independent
Multi-link
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link Independent
Multi-link
Rear Track Width
1570 mm
1604 mm
Shock Absorber Type
Hydraulic
-
Shock Absorbers
Hydraulic
-
Steering Column
Adjustable
-
Suspension
Double Wishbone
-
Spec
Tank 300
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
CO2 Emissions
65 g/km
180 g/km
CO2 Emissions G Km
65
-
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
-
Fuel Evaporation Control
EVAP Canister
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
95 Octane Unleaded
Petrol
Green NCAP Rating
5/5
-
Hybrid System Type
Plug-In Hybrid AWD (Hi4-T)
-
Idle CO2 Output
265
-
Noise Level
Low
-
Particulate Filter
No
-
Start Stop System
No
-
Variable Valve Timing
Yes
-
Spec
Tank 300
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Ownership Role
Flagship
mid-to-high value
Price Zar
849900 ZAR
609900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
mid-to-high value
Starting Price
849900
609900
Starting Price Zar
849900
609900
Spec
Tank 300
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Real-world City Mileage Max
5.0 l/100km
-
Real-world City Mileage Min
3.5 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
7.0 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
4.5 l/100km
-
Spec
Tank 300
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Engine
2-litre Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
2-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
GW4C20D
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Petrol
Hybrid System
Plug-in Hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1999 cc
2000 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Petrol injection
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
82.5 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
93.1 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
240 kW @ 5500 rpm
187 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
750 Nm
390 Nm
Combined Power
255 kW
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
615 Nm
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Drive Type
AWD
FWD
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
7-Speed DCT
Top Speed
195 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
5.8 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Eco, Normal, Sport
Launch Control
Yes
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
124.4 kW/tonne
112.8 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
300 Nm/tonne
235.2 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
19.1 kWh
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Electric Range
105 km
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Yes
Not Applicable
In depth: how these cars differ
This Tank 300 and Tiggo 8 Pro Max comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Tank 300 98 vs Tiggo 8 Pro Max 75.
Efficiency index: Tank 300 97 vs Tiggo 8 Pro Max 52.
Safety-equipment index: Tank 300 100 vs Tiggo 8 Pro Max 94.
Practicality index: Tank 300 76 vs Tiggo 8 Pro Max 58.
Ownership-cover index: Tank 300 65 vs Tiggo 8 Pro Max not separately scored.
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.
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 / 100
Evidence-index readout
Tank 300 leads by 17 points
Tank 300 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Tiggo 8 Pro Max.
Performance
Tank 300 +23
Efficiency
Tank 300 +45
Safety
Tank 300 +6
Practicality
Tank 300 +18
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Tank 300
Performance
98/100
Efficiency
97/100
Safety
100/100
Practicality
76/100
Ownership
65/100
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Performance
75/100
Efficiency
52/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
58/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexGWM Tank 300
leads the specification evidence index with 88 pts
vs 71 pts for Tiggo 8 Pro Max
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Tank 300 leads. However, Tiggo 8 Pro Max may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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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.
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.
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