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GWM Tank 300

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 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 version 2024 Body style SUV
Tank 300 is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.
ZAR 849,900
On-road in
ZAR 864,974
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 849,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,500
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,300
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 850
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,200
Insurance
ZAR 7,224
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 849,900
Finance estimate from ZAR 12,316/month Based on 2.0T City Edition Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1999cc (2.0L) Torque:750Nm (553 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:224mm (8.8″) Power:240kW (322 bhp) Electric Range:105km Battery:19.1kWh Boot490L (17.3 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 35.7 km/l (84 mpg)
City 7.0 km/l (16 mpg)
Highway 10.5 km/l (25 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the GWM Tank 300 in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 12,316
Total Interest
ZAR 178,952
Total Payable
ZAR 738,952
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the 2.0T City Edition. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

GWM Tank 300

Tank 300 is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.

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. The Tank 300 has a clearer South African buying case when its suv shape is connected to the work it must do. For a buyer searching the Tank 300 price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. Engine of 2-litre Turbocharged Petrol describes the opportunity; a power output of 167 kW @ 5500 rpm and a 8-Speed Automatic transmission describe the conditions around it. For this South African suv, the owner should weigh a South African price reference of R699,900 against the route, load and cost of the vehicle. A proper look at the Tank 300 begins with the local specification, then moves to the owner’s week. Here, an SUV body sits beside Petrol power, while a South African price reference of R699,900 sets a practical boundary. The Tank 300 is not best understood by one headline number. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a South African price reference of R699,900, engine of 2-litre Turbocharged Petrol and a power output of 167 kW @ 5500 rpm. A power output of 167 kW @ 5500 rpm describes the opportunity; a 8-Speed Automatic transmission and a 8-Speed Automatic transmission describe the conditions around it. The useful starting points are a South African price reference of R699,900 and engine of 2-litre Turbocharged Petrol; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size for Tank 300. For family travel, the deciding question is whether the vehicle remains comfortable and affordable after ordinary fuel, insurance, tyre and service costs are included for Tank 300. Here, a 8-Speed Automatic transmission sits beside a 8-Speed Automatic transmission, while a 4x4 AWD drivetrain sets a practical boundary for Tank 300. That combination is more useful than treating every derivative as interchangeable for Tank 300. The buyer should compare the actual vehicle offered in South Africa, including its price, equipment and support terms for Tank 300

GWM Tank 300 — Quick Facts

GWM Tank 300 Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
2.0T City Edition Base Petrol Efficiency10.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 699,900
2.0T Off-Road Edition Top Petrol Efficiency10.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 769,900
2.0T Hi4-T Hybrid Flagship Plug-In Hybrid Electric range105 km Efficiency35.7 km/l Automatic ZAR 849,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
2.0T City Edition Base Petrol Efficiency10.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 699,900
2.0T Off-Road Edition Top Petrol Efficiency10.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 769,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
2.0T Hi4-T Hybrid Flagship Plug-In Hybrid Electric range105 km Efficiency35.7 km/l Automatic ZAR 849,900
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GWM Tank 300 Specifications

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Where the GWM Tank 300 Fits Best

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Who buys this

The GWM Tank 300 is a current South African SUV positioned for buyers who want lower-consumption technology without leaving the SUV format. Tank 300 makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a 8-Speed Automatic transmission

City
In South African use, the Tank 300 has to deal with short urban trips, hot-weather highway running, rougher suburban surfaces and the cost discipline that comes with finance, insurance and tyres. Drive the Tank 300 through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. A four-wheel drive drivetrain matters when the cabin or load is full, and a South African price reference of R769,900 can change the cost of repeated short trips
Highway
Run Tank 300 at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a 4x4 AWD drivetrain, a four-wheel drive drivetrain and a South African price reference of R769,900 is more informative than maximum speed
Off-Road
For Tank 300, the sensible check is the exact 4x4 awd arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath. If the Tank 300 will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. A slow run over corrugations, a sharp entrance and a loaded crest will show whether the suspension, tyres and underside suit the duty for Tank 300. Check a 4x4 AWD drivetrain against the stated drivetrain for Tank 300. Maintained gravel can be a reasonable use case for many road vehicles; deep sand, mud and water demand confirmed equipment and a recovery plan for Tank 300
4.1/5
Hagalu editorial score 4.1 out of 5 Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-10-22

GWM Tank 300 — Should You Buy It?

4.1/5
Tank 300 desk-research assessment
Hagalu editorial review by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-10-22

Hagalu’s desk-research assessment of the GWM Tank 300 considers a genuine SUV/off-road use case alongside ordinary South African family driving. The rating rewards the model’s practical body and terrain-focused proposition, but it does not assume every derivative has the same driven wheels, tyres, assistance equipment or off-road hardware. Ownership is assessed cautiously because tyres, fuel, servicing and recovery planning can matter as much as a feature list. Safety reflects published equipment and is not a crash-test score. This is a desk-research assessment, not a road test. Buyers should test the exact derivative on their daily route and confirm the limits that matter for their intended gravel or off-road use.

Desk research: Scored from verified published sources and Hagalu's market-specific buyer analysis; this vehicle was not road-tested for this review. This is a Hagalu editorial score, not a customer rating.

Safety 4.0/5 · 20%
4.0/5
Value 4.0/5 · 20%
4.0/5
Practicality 4.3/5 · 20%
4.3/5
Ownership 3.8/5 · 15%
3.8/5
Powertrain suitability 4.1/5 · 15%
4.1/5
Comfort & technology 4.1/5 · 10%
4.1/5

Evidence reviewed: Hagalu maintains the detailed source record internally so this page does not promote third-party vehicle websites.

How this score is calculated · Methodology v1.0

Tank 300 deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

Ownership and cabin detail is not just a brochure exercise: infotainment screen references around Yes; airbag coverage around 6 and 8; warranty cover listed as 5 Years / 100,000 km; service or maintenance cover listed as 5 Years / 75,000 km, and trim-by-trim equipment still matters when comparing monthly cost. The buying case for Tank 300 is specific. A 8-Speed Automatic transmission gives it a reason to be considered, while a 8-Speed Automatic transmission and a 4x4 AWD drivetrain set the boundaries

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓South African price: R699,900
  • ✓Engine: 2-litre Turbocharged Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 167 kW @ 5500 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic
  • ✓Gearbox: 8-Speed Automatic
  • ✓Drivetrain: 4x4 AWD
  • ✓Drive layout: 4WD
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Tank 300 can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Tank 300 depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Tank 300 quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Tank 300 budget.
  • ✕A short Tank 300 test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Tank 300 capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Tank 300 grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Tank 300 figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Tank 300 stock and support terms.

GWM Tank 300 FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the GWM Tank 300 run from R699,900 to R849,900, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current south african range comprises 2.0T City Edition, 2.0T Off-Road Edition, 2.0T Hi4-T Hybrid. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the GWM Tank 300 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.

The GWM Tank 300 engine specification depends on derivative: 2.0T City Edition, 2.0T Off-Road Edition: 1999 cc, 167 kW (224 bhp); 2.0T Hi4-T Hybrid: 1999 cc, 240 kW (322 bhp). Compare the exact trim because its gearbox and equipment may also differ.

Combined fuel-economy figures differ across the GWM Tank 300 range: 2.0T City Edition, 2.0T Off-Road Edition: 10.5 km/l; 2.0T Hi4-T Hybrid: 35.7 km/l.

The GWM Tank 300 is a current South African SUV positioned for buyers who want lower-consumption technology without leaving the SUV format. Tank 300 makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a 8-Speed Automatic transmission

In South African use, the Tank 300 has to deal with short urban trips, hot-weather highway running, rougher suburban surfaces and the cost discipline that comes with finance, insurance and tyres. Drive the Tank 300 through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic.

Run Tank 300 at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a 4x4 AWD drivetrain, a four-wheel drive drivetrain and a South African price reference of R769,900 is more informative than maximum speed

Buyers researching the GWM Tank 300 often compare it with rivals such as BYD ATTO 3 , Geely E5 Electric , BAIC B40 Plus , Chery Tiggo 9 , Honda CR-V . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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