Pencapaian ini membuktikan populariti GWM TANK 300 yang terus meningkat di Malaysia, menjadikannya pilihan utama bagi mereka yang mencari gabungan keupayaan ‘off-road’ dan keselesaan premium. Dengan keupayaan untuk menakluki pelbagai permukaan lasak serta ciri inovatif, GWM TANK 300 kini menjadi simbol kekuatan, kebolehpercayaan, dan kecanggihan dalam industri automotif tempatan.

“Kami amat berbangga melihat sambutan luar biasa terhadap GWM TANK 300 di Malaysia, seiring dengan kejayaannya di China,” kata Cui Anqi, Pengarah Urusan GWM Malaysia. “Kejayaan ini mencerminkan kepercayaan dan keterujaan rakyat Malaysia terhadap jenama kami. Respons positif ini mendorong kami untuk terus memperkenalkan lebih banyak model TANK yang bakal tiba di pasaran,” tambahnya.

Pn. Wong, pemilik bertuah unit ke-500 GWM TANK 300, turut berkongsi keterujaannya. “Saya benar-benar terpesona dengan reka bentuk dan keupayaan TANK 300 sejak kali pertama melihatnya di China. Apabila ia dilancarkan di Malaysia, saya yakin ini adalah SUV yang saya mahukan. Kelegaan tanah yang tinggi adalah ciri utama yang menarik minat saya, menjadikannya pilihan terbaik untuk pengembaraan ‘off-road’,” katanya.

Sebagai penghargaan kepada para pemilik, GWM Malaysia menawarkan waranti seumur hidup untuk enjin dan transmisi kepada semua pemilik pertama GWM TANK 300. Inisiatif ini bukan sahaja memberikan ketenangan minda kepada pengguna, tetapi juga membuktikan keyakinan GWM terhadap ketahanan dan keupayaan kenderaan ini dalam menempuh pelbagai cabaran di jalan raya mahupun laluan lasak.

Bagi meraikan kejayaan ini, GWM Malaysia turut memperkenalkan empat promosi eksklusif yang memberikan lebih banyak manfaat kepada pemilik baharu dan sedia ada GWM TANK 300:

1. Pandu Uji & Menang – Pandu uji GWM TANK 300 dan berpeluang memenangi baucar percutian bernilai RM888.
2. Beli & Menang – Miliki GWM TANK 300 dan berpeluang memenangi baucar percutian bernilai RM8,888.
3. Pakej Penyelenggaraan Percuma – Nikmati penyelenggaraan percuma selama 5 tahun dengan pembelian GWM TANK 300.
4. Menangi Kit Modifikasi Iron Cavalry GWM – Pelanggan yang membuat tempahan GWM TANK 300 dari 1 Mac hingga 31 Mei 2025 berpeluang memenangi Kit Modifikasi Iron Cavalry GWM. (Hanya satu pemenang bertuah akan dipilih!)

Dengan pencapaian ini, GWM Malaysia terus komited dalam menawarkan produk berkualiti tinggi serta pengalaman pemilikan yang terbaik kepada para pelanggan. Adakah anda bersedia untuk menjadi sebahagian daripada komuniti pemilik GWM TANK 300? Kini adalah masa terbaik untuk menyertai revolusi ‘off-road’ ini!

The GWM TANK 300 has become a symbol of strength, reliability, and innovation in the Malaysian automotive landscape. Designed to conquer tough terrains while ensuring premium comfort, the SUV has quickly established itself as a market leader among off-road enthusiasts.

To commemorate this milestone, GWM Malaysia is offering a lifetime engine and transmission warranty for all first-hand GWM TANK 300 owners. This initiative underscores GWM’s confidence in the vehicle’s durability and performance, ensuring Malaysian drivers can embark on their journeys—whether on the road or off-road—with total peace of mind.

To further celebrate this achievement, GWM Malaysia is launching four exclusive promotions for new and prospective GWM TANK 300 owners:

1. Test Drive and Win: Take the GWM TANK 300 for a test drive and stand a chance to win a travel voucher worth RM888.
2. Buy and Win: Purchase a GWM TANK 300 and enter a draw to win a travel voucher worth RM8,888.
3. Complimentary Service Package: Receive a 5-year free service package with every GWM TANK 300 purchase.
4. GWM Iron Cavalry Modification Kit Giveaway: One lucky owner who purchases the TANK 300 between 1 March and 31 May 2025 will win an exclusive GWM IRON CAVALRY MODIFICATION KIT (only one winner will be selected).

With these exciting initiatives, GWM Malaysia reaffirms its dedication to delivering top-tier off-road experiences while rewarding its loyal customers. The future looks bright for GWM and its ever-expanding TANK lineup in Malaysia.

Sebagai tanda penghargaan, GWM Malaysia menawarkan pelbagai ganjaran eksklusif kepada 300  pemilik pertama GWM TANK 300. Antaranya, jaminan seumur hidup untuk Enjin dan Transmisi  kenderaan (terhad kepada pemilik pertama) dan penyelenggaraan PERCUMA selama 5 tahun  (termasuk kos buruh dan alat ganti) berdasarkan setiap 10,000 km/6 bulan (mengikut mana yang  terdahulu). Selain itu, pemilik juga akan menerima beg sandang Paramount Thule bernilai RM999  dan Baucar Kit Pengembaraan Thule bernilai RM8,000.  

GWM Malaysia turut mengumumkan destinasi keduanya untuk siri Go Adventure with GWM TANK,  di mana pemilik bertuah GWM TANK 300 yang melengkapkan pendaftaran kenderaan selewat lewatnya pada 12 September 2024 akan berpeluang untuk memenangi sebuah percutian  pengembaraan ke Gurun Alxa, salah satu padang pasir dengan kawasan permukaan paling  mencabar dan menakjubkan di dunia.  

Kepada yang berminat dengan GWM TANK 300, sila lawati: https://www.gwm.com.my/ TANK300.html.

To celebrate this achievement, GWM Malaysia is offering exceptional rewards to the first 300 owners of the GWM TANK 300. These rewards include a lifetime warranty on the engine and transmission (limited to the first-hand owner), and five years of free service maintenance (covering labour and parts) based on every 10,000km or six months, whichever comes first. Additionally, recipients will receive a Thule Paramount Backpack worth RM999 and a Thule Adventure Kit Voucher worth RM8,000.

Moreover, GWM Malaysia has expanded its offerings with the opening of its second adventure station in Alxa Desert. Customers who complete their GWM TANK 300 vehicle registration by September 12, 2024, will have a chance to win an adventure trip to the Alxa Desert, renowned for its stunning and challenging terrain.

For more information about the GWM TANK 300 and to register your interest, visit the official website.

Daya tarikan yang ditonjolkan oleh GWM Tank 300 sepastinya menyumbang kepada kejayaan ini. Sebagai sebuah SUV ‘off-road’, ia memenuhi setiap permintaan para pengguna di Malaysia yang mengidamkan sebuah kenderaan yang mampu merentasi pelbagai jenis permukaan, dari jalan raya di kawasan bandar hingga pelbagai laluan yang mencabar. GWM Tank 300 dengan reka bentuknya yang lasak, ciri-ciri canggih, dan prestasinya yang diyakini adalah selari dengan kehendak mana-mana pelanggan yang mengutamakan kualiti pengembaraan, ketahanan, dan kepelbagaian untuk kenderaan mereka. 

Selain itu, 300 pelanggan pertama GWM Tank 300 akan menerima pakej istimewa daripada GWM, ini membuktikan keikhlasan dan keyakinan pihak GWM terhadap kualiti produknya. 

(1) Pakej perkhidmatan percuma selama 5 Tahun / 100,000 km, termasuk bahagian dan buruh, mana-mana yang terdahulu. 

(2) Pemilik pertama GWM Tank 300 bakal memperolehi waranti seumur hidup untuk enjin dan transmisi dengan jarak perjalanan tanpa had. 

(3) Apa yang lebih menarik ialah GWM Malaysia turut menyediakan hadiah misteri untuk 300 pemilik pertama ini, yang akan diumumkan semasa pelancaran rasmi nanti. 

Sebagai sebuah jenama SUV ‘off-road’ nombor 1 di China, GWM Tank telah berjaya mendominasi lebih daripada 50% pasaran SUV ‘off-road’ di China. GWM Tank 300 turut memegang takhta sebagai juara SUV selama 40 bulan berturut-turut, dan telah mencapai jumlah jualan lebih daripada 400,000 unit di peringkat global.

Special Offers for the First 300 Customers

GWM Malaysia has announced exclusive offers for the first 300 customers of the Tank 300, showcasing their confidence in the product’s quality and their commitment to customer satisfaction. The special package includes:

1. 5-Year/100,000 km Free Service Package: Covers parts and labour, providing significant savings and peace of mind for the initial years of ownership.
2. Lifetime Engine and Transmission Warranty: Available to first-hand owners with unlimited mileage, underscoring GWM’s confidence in the vehicle’s long-term reliability.
3. Mystery Gifts: GWM has prepared special mystery gifts for these 300 owners, to be revealed during the official launch, adding an element of excitement and exclusivity.

Market Leadership and Global Success

GWM TANK is the leading off-road SUV brand in China, dominating over 50% of the off-road SUV market. It has maintained the top spot for 40 consecutive months and achieved over 400,000 global sales. This track record of success is a testament to the brand’s strong market presence and customer trust.

Tank 300 dipamerkan di Pameran Auto Malaysia 2024, menampilkan kedua-dua bentuk standard dan versi kit khasnya. Versi khas ini dilengkapi dengan ‘flares’ berwarna badan dan aksesori seperti bonet over-the-top (OTT) dan kotak simpanan aluminium yang dipasang pada panel akses belakang. Namun, GWM Malaysia menjelaskan bahawa varian hitam dengan aksesori pasaran China ini hanya untuk mempamerkan kemungkinan penyesuaian dan tidak akan dijual melalui saluran rasmi mereka.

SUV ini dijana oleh enjin yang menghasilkan 217hp dan 380Nm tork, digabungkan dengan transmisi automatik lapan kelajuan dan sistem pacuan empat roda separuh masa dwi-kelajuan yang dikawal secara elektronik. Beberapa ciri teknikal utama termasuk sistem kawalan all-terrain dengan sembilan mod pemanduan dan kemampuan untuk mengharungi air setinggi 700mm.

Bahagian dalaman Tank 300 menawarkan kemewahan moden dengan kluster instrument digital 12.3 inci dan skrin sentuh infotainment 12.3 inci yang serasi dengan Apple CarPlay dan Android Auto. Dalaman SUV ini dilengkapi dengan upholsteri kulit Nappa, sistem bunyi Infinity dengan sembilan pembesar suara, penyaman udara automatik, dan kaca akustik dua lapisan untuk mengurangkan getaran dan kekerasan (NVH) dalam kabin.

Keputusan GWM Malaysia untuk mempamerkan Tank 300 di Pameran Auto Malaysia 2024 menunjukkan komitmen mereka untuk membawa kenderaan luar jalan yang canggih ke pasaran tempatan. Dengan pelancaran rasminya yang dijadualkan bulan depan dan penghantaran bermula pada Julai 2024, Tank 300 dijangka akan menarik minat pembeli yang mencari SUV yang lasak dan canggih, menawarkan gabungan prestasi, teknologi, dan gaya yang menarik.

The Tank 300, which made a strong impression during its preview in March and subsequent test drive in China, will arrive in Malaysia as a Completely Built-Up (CBU) fully-imported vehicle. It will be available in its non-hybrid form, powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged inline-four petrol engine. The estimated pricing has been confirmed, with the SUV expected to be priced around RM250,000, slightly below the earlier indicated price.

At the ongoing Malaysia Autoshow 2024, the Tank 300 is on full display, showcasing both its standard form and a specially-kitted version. The latter features body-coloured flares and distinctive accessories, such as an over-the-top (OTT) bonnet and a stylish aluminium storage box mounted on the rear access panel. However, GWM Malaysia has clarified that this black variant with Chinese-market accessories is intended to demonstrate customisation possibilities and will not be available through official channels.

The Tank 300’s engine produces 217hp and 380Nm of torque, coupled with an eight-speed automatic transmission and a dual-speed, electronically-controlled part-time four-wheel drive system. Key technical features include an all-terrain control system with nine driving modes and a maximum wading depth of 700mm.

Inside the Tank 300, the SUV boasts a luxurious interior with modern amenities. Notable features include a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The interior is adorned with Nappa leather upholstery, and standard equipment includes a nine-speaker Infinity sound system, automatic air-conditioning, and double-layer acoustic glass to enhance in-cabin noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) levels.

GWM Malaysia’s decision to showcase the Tank 300 at the Malaysia Autoshow 2024 underscores their commitment to bringing advanced and appealing off-road vehicles to the local market. As the launch date approaches, potential buyers eagerly await the arrival of this rugged yet refined SUV, which promises to offer a compelling mix of performance, technology, and style.

Expected to hit the Malaysian market in the second quarter of 2024, deliveries are slated to begin in July following its official launch, which is anticipated to occur next month.

Facebook/Amy LimGWM belum menyatakan apa-apa secara rasmi lagi, tetapi Tank 300 kemungkinan akan dilancarkan di Malaysia Autoshow akan datang. Hanya selepas itu kita akan tahu harga rasmi.

Facebook/Amy LimTank 300 didatangkan dengan enjin 2.0 liter, empat silinder, pengecas turbo yang menghasilkan 220PS dan tork 380Nm. Kuasa disalurkan ke roda melalui kotak gear lapan kelajuan. Selain itu, Tank 300 menawarkan fleksibiliti untuk bertukar antara mod pacuan semua roda dan pacuan dua roda dengan satu sentuhan butang, dengan kuasa diarahkan ke roda belakang dalam mod pacuan dua roda.

Kami baru-baru ini menguji Tank ini dan kami benar-benar kagum dengannya. Anda boleh mengetahui lebih lanjut mengenai Tank 300 dalam ulasan kami di sini.

Facebook/Amy LimGWM has not said anything officially yet, but the Tank 300 will most probably be launched at the upcoming Malaysia Autoshow. Only then we will know the official pricing.

Facebook/Amy LimThe Tank 300 comes with a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, turbocharged engine producing 220PS and 380Nm of torque. Power is transmitted to the wheels through an eight-speed gearbox. Additionally, the Tank 300 offers the flexibility to switch between all-wheel-drive and two-wheel-drive modes at the touch of a button, with power being directed to the rear wheels in the two-wheel-drive mode.

We recently test-drove this beast and we were genuinely impressed by it. You can find out more about the Tank 300 in our review here.

GWM’s global strategy spans the entire value chain, from research to production and sales. With local subsidiaries and a focus on localised marketing and product development, GWM operates vehicle production plants in Thailand and Brazil, complemented by KD factories in Pakistan, Ecuador, and other regions. This localisation enables tailored R&D and production to meet regional driving environments and preferences.

Mr. Parker Shi, Head of GWM International and VP of GWM Group, delved into the company’s global journey, highlighting the success of its five major product series across over 170 countries and regions, serving over 1.4 million international users. In 2023, overseas sales surged past 314,000 vehicles, signalling substantial year-on-year growth.

Under the “ONE GWM” brand strategy, GWM is reshaping its brand image and empowering its product series to address diverse global needs. Models like the GWM Tank 300 and GWM Tank 500 have gained acclaim worldwide, with the former ranking second in global hardcore off-road sales.

GWM places a premium on customer service, offering the comprehensive GWM Care service to cater to every aspect of owners’ car usage. Through initiatives like car owner events and off-road tours, GWM fosters a sense of belonging among its global user base.

Looking ahead, GWM remains steadfast in its commitment to openness, inclusiveness, and long-term sustainability. The company aims to expand its product mix for overseas markets, establish a trustworthy brand image, and contribute to the sustainability of the global automotive industry. With these endeavours, GWM aspires to make meaningful strides toward sustainable development on a global scale.

Of course, the automotive industry is unforgiving and is one of the most highly regulated industries in terms of safety, technology and emissions. So, there are mountains after mountains to climb for any car maker to succeed.

Sometimes they fail too. The recent safety concerns concerning a Chinese brand has put car buyers on edge over the manufacturing standards of cars from China. But this should not affect the entire Chinese industry and blanket statements regarding the Chinese car makers in their entirety should be avoided, because there are other brands that have been in the market for longer, comply with every requirement, and even do their own research and development to create some of the most impressive cars the world has seen.

Take GWM for example, it has been in the automotive industry for over 40 years and has sprawling complexes dedicated to research and development, manufacturing and has even invested heavily in current technologies such as electric vehicles and batteries. As well as in future technologies such as hydrogen, the cleanest form of combustion there currently is.

GWM also has a number of brands under its wing such as Ora, Haval, Wey, Poer (pronounced as pao) and the mightiest of them all, the Tank brand.

Each of these brands have their own unique proposition. The Ora brand focuses on electric vehicles with a touch of femineity. Wey also is an EV brand but is more upmarket and goes up against the likes of BMW. Poer is a pick-up truck brand that is making waves in markets such as Australia and then there is Tank, an off-road focused brand that creates some rugged vehicles that look like they can survive a nuclear fallout.

The Tank brand is the focus of this article as it will soon be available in Malaysia. There are a number of Tank models, the Tank 300, 400, 500 and the 700 (we are not sure why there is no 600 in the range). The 700 is the flagship SUV and looks like a cross between a Mercedes G-Class and a Land Rover Defender. It is filled to the brim with tech. Its headlights for example incorporate 32 different patents and are one of the most advanced in the industry.

But it will be available in our market since it is only available as a left-hand-drive model, for now. The Tank 300 though has been marked for a Malaysian introduction and will apparently make its debut this year.

The entry level Tank has all the good design cues of a Suzuki Jimny and a four-door Jeep Cherokee. It also has some classic design lines such as the bulbous bumpers and side skirts, the rounded headlights, the spare tyre mounted on the side-hinged tailgate as well as that evergreen boxy side profile.

It is not exactly a very original design, but it is one that has stood the test of time, like the Jimny and G-Class, there is no mistaking them for anything else. So, as far as design goes, the Tank 300 is in the right direction to become an icon.

However, GWM has borrowed heavily from Mercedes-Benz for the interior of the Tank 300. From the vertical dashboard to the rounded air-conditioning vents as well as the digital meter panel that seamlessly merges into the centrally mounted digital infotainment screen to create one massive 24.6-inch screen. Just like in a Mercedes-Benz. In fact, even the positioning of the all-wheel-drive controls are in the same place as a G-Class.

The influence is clear, but while some car makers will try to hide their influences, GWM did not make much of an effort at all, for better or worse, we admire that.

If you are unfamiliar with Mercedes-Benz interiors, you will find it to be very impressive. Quality feels good, even after hours of torturing the car off-road and driving it up and down a flight of stairs (really!), nothing rattled or fell out.

As for comfort, the electric seats are big and well bolstered. The rear too offers generous leg space while the 400-litre boot space is decent. Interestingly, GWM has also incorporated a picnic table into the boot space. The boot floor panel doubles up as the tabletop while the table legs are neatly tucked away near the tools. So, if you ever find a nice spot, all you have to do is remove the boot floor panel, screw in the legs and you have a fairly big picnic table.

There are only two problems for us – the first being the boot floor is carpeted, so if you ever spill anything on the table, you risk stinking up the entire car. And secondly, there is no tonneau cover, so it is either you heavily tint the hind three windows, or everyone that walks past your car will be able to see what you have in there.

The GWM Tank 300 has been designed and built for the rugged outdoors, and this is evident in its design, build quality and some of the incorporated features as well. Even its powertrain is a pleasant balance of efficiency and ability.

Powering the Tank 300 is a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, turbocharged engine putting out 220PS and 380Nm of torque. Power is sent to the wheels through an eight-speed gearbox while drive can be switched between all-wheel-drive and two-wheel-drive at the press of a button, and in the latter, power is sent to the rear wheels exclusively.

Fuel consumption on the other hand is rated at 9.5-litres per 100km, which you could argue is quite high. But the car is quite big, measuring in at over six feet tall and about six and a half feet wide, it is over 15 feet long and weighs 2110kg. All of that heft requires some power to move which in turn requires quite a bit of fuel.

On the move, the Tank 300 does a surprisingly great job at keeping noise and vibrations level down to a minimum. The double wishbone front and multilink rear suspension is brilliant on and off-road, absorbing the bumpy stuff while maximising traction. All while keeping interior noise down to a minimum thanks to double glazed windows supported by a soundproof windshield. This makes the interior feel as comfortable and quiet as some luxury cars, which is something you need to feel to believe.

But don’t let all that fool you, the Tank 300 is a serious off-roader as well, and offers electronic features designed to crawl over the toughest of terrains as well as traditional set ups such as a differential that can be locked at the touch of a button. It also features nine different driving modes that adapt the car to life on the tarmac or the rugged outdoors.

GWM was keen to let us try out the abilities of the Tank 300, so they let us drive the car down some flight of stairs where traction was minimal since the car only sits on the edges of the steps. It did not lose traction up or down the stairs.

Next, they let us drive up a slippery 45-degree incline that was quite slippery. But the Tank 300 has something called a Creep Mode where the powertrain works with the electronics to provide power without breaking traction so the driver could focus on steering the car. So though it looked intimidating, it was quite a breeze.

They also let us loose on a dry riverbed that was riddled with rocks that could tear the tyres, firmly embedded into the soft sand. Usually you would have to reduce the air of the tyres to enlarge the contact patch so that the tyres don’t get bogged down, not with the Tank 300 though. As long as you kept your foot on the accelerator, the clever electronics distributed power to the wheels that could keep the car going forwards. In all honesty, it made you feel like an off-roading hero.

The SUV segment is demanding where only the very best do well. This is especially so with off-road SUV’s where toughness needs to meet comfort and safety. It is a segment that has long been dominated by the likes of the Toyota Fortuner and the Ford Everest, and you need to have quite a product to compete against such giants of the industry.

But with what we experienced with the GWM Tank 300, there is no question about its ability. It even has a complete ADAS suite that makes life safer on the road. The real question though is the price. GWM did not reveal its price and did not drop any indications either. But we only need to look at our neighbours in the north to have a clue.

In Thailand, the GWM Tank 300 is priced at about the RM220,000 region. Would GWM Malaysia offer the same price range? That is all speculation for now, but as far as we are concerned, the Tank 300 is a proper off-roading SUV that would appeal to those whose lives dances on the fringes of the urban rat race and the great outdoors. We sure hope that GWM Malaysia makes it more affordable than a Toyota Fortuner.

Specifications:
Engine: 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, turbocharged
Power: 220PS
Torque: 380Nm
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
Suspension: Double wishbone (Front) / Multilink (Rear)
Price: Not yet available

We like: Design, interior, off-roading prowess
We don’t like: No tonneau cover