What is the ground clearance of the GWM P500?

The listed ground clearance for the GWM P500 is 224 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

What engine is in the GWM P500?

The listed engine capacity for the GWM P500 is 2000 cc, with output shown as 255 kW (342 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

What fuel consumption can I expect from the GWM P500?

The official claimed figure shown here is around 9.8 km/l. Treat it as a comparison figure rather than a promise: traffic, speed, load, tyre pressure and driving style can all move real South African consumption up or down.

GWM P500 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT Price in South Africa 2026 – ZAR999,900 | Specs & EMI

GWM P500 — 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT

GWM P500 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT is the workhorse and rough-road derivative in the local P500 range.

The GWM P500 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT is the workhorse and rough-road derivative in the local P500 range, with a confirmed South African price of R999 900. It uses Hybrid power with Automatic, and that combination defines its day-to-day personality more than the badge alone. For shoppers comparing monthly instalments, this derivative should be judged against what it gives up or gains compared with the next grade in the same range. The confirmed mechanical detail includes an engine reference of 2.0-litre turbo hybrid, power listed around 255 kW, torque listed around 648 Nm, and 4WD/AWD hardware. Published consumption around 10.2 l/100km gives buyers a useful running-cost reference. If the buyer spends most of the week in traffic, smooth response and predictable low-speed control matter most. If the vehicle will be loaded, used for long trips or driven on rougher roads, the drivetrain, torque delivery and tyre package become more important than touchscreen size. Practical details include 5 seats and ground clearance around 224 mm. That is where this derivative needs to earn its place: it must match the owner's real passengers, cargo, tools, luggage or leisure equipment without forcing an unnecessary jump to a dearer trim. Cabin and ownership references include screen size around SYNC, warranty cover listed as 5 Years / 100,000 km, and service or maintenance cover listed as 5 Years / 75,000 km. The sensible buying question is whether the 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT supplies the right balance of affordability, comfort and capability for South African conditions. It is a strong candidate when its confirmed equipment fits the routine; it is less convincing if a nearby derivative adds safety, convenience or drivetrain hardware that the owner will use every week. The practical way to judge the GWM P500 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT is to compare it with the derivative directly below and directly above it. If the lower version already covers the owner's weekly driving, this trim must justify its price through comfort, safety, drivetrain or ownership benefits that will be used often. If the higher version adds capability the owner genuinely needs, stretching the budget may make more sense than retrofitting accessories later. For a South African Pickup buyer, that decision should include insurance, tyres, fuel, finance and how the vehicle will feel after several years, not only the delivery-day feature list.

Who buys this: The 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT suits a buyer who wants the GWM P500 in a workhorse and rough-road derivative form and is comparing the monthly cost against the next derivative. It is best for owners who can clearly describe their normal driving, passenger or load needs before choosing equipment. It is not ideal for shoppers who want every available comfort feature regardless of price.

City

In city driving the P500 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT should be assessed by visibility, steering weight, parking aids, seat comfort and how the automatic transmission behaves in stop-start traffic. The Pickup body may bring useful space or stance, but daily convenience still depends on the exact wheel, camera, sensor and cabin specification carried by this derivative.

Highway

On the open road the P500 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT needs to feel settled at national-limit speeds, with enough response for overtaking and a cabin that remains comfortable over long distances. Published references include power around 255 kW, torque around 648 Nm, and consumption around 10.2 l/100km. Buyers who regularly travel with passengers, trailers or heavy cargo should test it loaded, because that is where derivative choice becomes obvious.

Off-Road

For gravel, farm tracks, worksites or holiday roads, the P500 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT should be chosen for its actual traction hardware and tyres, not only its stance. The listed drivetrain is 4WD / AWD. Ground clearance around 224 mm helps frame the rough-road case. It can be a sensible rough-road choice when the route matches the derivative, but deep sand, mud or rocky trails still need the right driver skill and equipment.

GWM P500 — Quick Facts

Starting price in South Africa: ZAR 999,900 ex-showroom
Engine: 2000 cc
Power output: 255 kW (342 bhp)
Ground clearance: 224 mm — handy for those South African potholes
Claimed fuel economy: 9.8 km/l
Body style: Pickup

Variant	Trim	Fuel	Transmission	Price
2.4T Luxury 4x4 9AT	Mid	Diesel	Automatic	ZAR 799,900
2.4T Super Luxury 4x4 9AT	Top	Diesel	Automatic	ZAR 889,900
2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT	Flagship	Hybrid	Automatic	ZAR 999,900

Cmp	Variant	Trim	Fuel	Transmission	Price
	2.4T Luxury 4x4 9AT	Mid	Diesel	Automatic	ZAR 799,900
	2.4T Super Luxury 4x4 9AT	Top	Diesel	Automatic	ZAR 889,900

Cmp	Variant	Trim	Fuel	Transmission	Price
	2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT	Flagship	Hybrid	Automatic	ZAR 999,900

2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT — Should You Buy It?

GWM P500 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT works best as an electrified derivative bought for a clear use case.

The GWM P500 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT makes the most sense when its price and equipment align with the buyer's weekly routine. It has a confirmed South African price of R999 900, so the value judgement should be made against neighbouring trims and direct segment rivals. Choose it when the transmission, drivetrain, comfort level and ownership cover fit real use; move up or down the range if those details do not match.

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