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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
GWM Tank 300 is a South African SUV range with 3 confirmed local derivatives.
ZAR 849,900
On-road in
ZAR 871,098
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.

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GWM Tank 300

GWM Tank 300 is a South African SUV range with 3 confirmed local derivatives.

The GWM Tank 300 is a current South African SUV positioned for buyers who want lower-consumption technology without leaving the SUV format. It is represented locally by 3 confirmed derivatives. Confirmed South African pricing runs from R699 900 to R849 900, so the range covers both the cost-sensitive entry decision and the better-equipped upper grades. That makes it useful to read the range as a real buying ladder, not just as one badge on a showroom menu. The South African range uses Petrol and Hybrid power with Automatic choices. Available engine references include 2.0L GW4C20D Turbocharged Petrol and 2.0L GW4C20D Turbocharged Petrol + Rear Electric Motor. The published output picture lists power figures around 167 kW and 240 and torque figures around 385 Nm and 750. Drivetrain coverage includes 4x4 AWD and All Wheel Drive (Hi4-T Hybrid), which is important when separating daily commuter trims from rough-road or load-focused derivatives. The derivative walk is central to the buying decision. Confirmed local versions include 2.0T City Edition, 2.0T Off-Road Edition, and 2.0T Hi4-T Hybrid. The lower grades make sense for buyers who want the body style and warranty position at the lowest realistic monthly cost, while the higher grades are aimed at shoppers who want more cabin comfort, convenience equipment or drivetrain capability from the factory. The packaging facts that shape daily ownership include seating listed as 5 seats; door layouts listed as 5; boot or cargo figures around 490; towing references around 2500; ground-clearance references around 224 mm. These are the numbers buyers should compare before choosing between body styles or trims. 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. 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. The best version is therefore not automatically the cheapest or the most expensive one. It is the derivative whose engine, transmission, seating, load space and equipment match the owner's normal week. Fleet and business buyers should focus on uptime, load needs and service cover; private buyers should compare comfort, safety equipment, fuel use and resale appeal. The main caution is to avoid treating every Tank 300 derivative as the same car. Price, transmission, drivetrain, cabin specification and practical measurements can shift the ownership case materially. A careful buyer should shortlist by use case first, then compare the confirmed variant price and specification against rivals in the same South African segment. A useful ownership check for the GWM Tank 300 is to separate the emotional appeal of the SUV shape from the weekly jobs it must do. A local buyer should write down the normal passenger count, parking conditions, monthly distance, holiday luggage, work equipment and the worst road surface the vehicle will realistically see. That list quickly shows whether the entry derivative is enough, whether a middle grade is the sensible comfort point, or whether the top grade adds hardware that will actually be used. With 3 confirmed local derivatives, the smartest comparison is usually within the range first and against rivals second. Finance cost, insurance, tyres and service cover should be checked at the same time as the brochure features, because a small jump in purchase price can become meaningful over a normal ownership term.

GWM Tank 300 — Quick Facts

GWM Tank 300 Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
2.0T City Edition Base Petrol Automatic ZAR 699,900
2.0T Off-Road Edition Top Petrol Automatic ZAR 769,900
2.0T Hi4-T Hybrid Flagship Plug-In Hybrid Automatic ZAR 849,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
2.0T City Edition Base Petrol Automatic ZAR 699,900
2.0T Off-Road Edition Top Petrol Automatic ZAR 769,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
2.0T Hi4-T Hybrid Flagship Plug-In Hybrid Automatic ZAR 849,900
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GWM Tank 300 Specifications

Length
4638 mm
Width
1926 mm
Height
1850 mm
Wheelbase
2750 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
224 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
65 l
Boot/Cargo Space
490 l
Kerb Weight
2050 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2200 kg
Towing Capacity
2500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
12.4 m
Front Headroom
990 mm
Rear Headroom
960 mm
Front Legroom
1050 mm
Rear Legroom
890 mm
Driving fit

Where the GWM Tank 300 Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

The GWM Tank 300 suits buyers who want lower-consumption technology without leaving the SUV format. It is strongest for buyers who already know the body format works for their parking, family, business or leisure needs, and who now need to choose the right derivative by monthly cost, transmission, equipment and practical capability. It is less suited to shoppers who only want the lowest advertised price without checking what changes between trims.

City
In city use the Tank 300 should be judged by visibility, parking effort, stop-start comfort and the way the automatic transmission behaves in traffic. An SUV with a sensible seating position can make daily errands easier, but buyers should still check wheel size, camera availability and low-speed ride comfort on the exact derivative they intend to buy. For the Tank 300, city use also means potholes, tight shopping-centre ramps, speed humps, heat-soaked traffic and short trips where fuel use can rise. The most comfortable derivative is the one that combines the right gearbox response, seating position and parking support with tyre sizes that do not punish everyday surfaces.
Highway
On longer South African routes the Tank 300 needs stable cruising manners, predictable overtaking and a cabin that does not become tiring after several hours. Published consumption references around 11.5 l/100km and 2.8 help frame running costs, while output references around 167 kW and 240 help explain overtaking confidence. Buyers who travel with passengers or cargo should compare the loaded feel and not rely only on solo test-drive impressions. A buyer who drives between provinces or carries family on holiday should also consider noise, seat support, spare-wheel arrangements, overtaking response and how confidently the vehicle holds speed when loaded. Those details often separate two trims that look similar on paper.
Off-Road
For gravel roads, farms, construction sites or holiday routes, choose the Tank 300 derivative with the correct drivetrain and tyre package rather than assuming the body shape alone is enough. Ground-clearance references around 224 mm add context. Two-wheel-drive versions can still be useful on poor surfaces, but serious off-road work belongs to derivatives with the proper traction hardware and underbody tolerance. Where rougher roads are part of ownership, the buyer should check tyres, underbody clearance, approach to traction control and recovery practicality before relying on the body style. If the route is mainly tar, comfort and running costs should take priority over unused off-road image.

GWM Tank 300 — Should You Buy It?

GWM Tank 300 is strongest when the chosen derivative matches the buyer's real SUV use case.

The GWM Tank 300 is not a one-line recommendation; it is a range that needs to be matched carefully to the buyer. Confirmed South African pricing runs from R699 900 to R849 900, so the range covers both the cost-sensitive entry decision and the better-equipped upper grades. The sensible approach is to start with body style and seating or load requirements, then choose the variant whose price, transmission, drivetrain and equipment fit the weekly routine. That keeps the decision grounded in ownership reality rather than showroom appeal. The fairest verdict on the GWM Tank 300 is therefore use-case driven. It can be a strong South African choice when the buyer chooses the correct derivative for the intended mix of city driving, freeway work, passengers, cargo and rough-road exposure. It becomes less convincing when bought only for styling or badge appeal without checking the practical numbers and ownership costs that will matter after delivery.

What's Good
  • ✓Clear local range structure
  • ✓Confirmed South African variant coverage
  • ✓Useful price ladder for comparison
  • ✓Powertrain choices documented by derivative
  • ✓Practical body format for its segment
  • ✓Ownership cover can be compared by trim
  • ✓Good match for defined buyer use cases
  • ✓Specification depth supports detailed comparisons
  • ✓Strongest when bought by need rather than badge
Watch Out For
  • ✕Best value depends heavily on trim choice
  • ✕Upper grades need careful price justification
  • ✕Some equipment can vary by derivative
  • ✕Real-world fuel use depends on load and route
  • ✕Tyre and insurance costs should be checked
  • ✕Not every version suits rough-road work
  • ✕Entry versions may miss comfort features
  • ✕Stock and colour availability can change
  • ✕Buyers must compare rivals at the same price

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 suits buyers who want lower-consumption technology without leaving the SUV format. It is strongest for buyers who already know the body format works for their parking, family, business or leisure needs, and who now need to choose the right derivative by monthly cost, transmission, equipment and practical capability. It is less suited to shoppers who only want the lowest advertised price without checking what changes between trims.

In city use the Tank 300 should be judged by visibility, parking effort, stop-start comfort and the way the automatic transmission behaves in traffic. An SUV with a sensible seating position can make daily errands easier, but buyers should still check wheel size, camera availability and low-speed ride comfort on the exact derivative they intend to buy. For the Tank 300, city use also means potholes, tight shopping-centre ramps, speed humps, heat-soaked traffic and short trips where fuel use can rise. The most comfortable derivative is the one that combines the right gearbox response, seating position and parking support with tyre sizes that do not punish everyday surfaces.

On longer South African routes the Tank 300 needs stable cruising manners, predictable overtaking and a cabin that does not become tiring after several hours. Published consumption references around 11.5 l/100km and 2.8 help frame running costs, while output references around 167 kW and 240 help explain overtaking confidence. Buyers who travel with passengers or cargo should compare the loaded feel and not rely only on solo test-drive impressions. A buyer who drives between provinces or carries family on holiday should also consider noise, seat support, spare-wheel arrangements, overtaking response and how confidently the vehicle holds speed when loaded. Those details often separate two trims that look similar on paper.

Buyers researching the GWM Tank 300 often compare it with rivals such as BYD ATTO 3 , Geely E5 Electric , Chery Tiggo 9 , Honda CR-V , Jaecoo J7 SHS . 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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