Who the GWM Tank 300 is best for
Buyers who want genuine ladder-frame off-road hardware and lockers without paying Prado or Wrangler prices.
GWM Tank 300 specs & capability at a glance
| Starting price (SRP) | ₱2,680,000 (~$44,000) |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L turbo petrol I4 (diesel and hybrid also offered) |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Power | 217 hp (162 kW) — Figures are the 2.0L turbo petrol. A 2.4L diesel makes 181 hp / 480 Nm; the HEV makes a combined 346 hp / 615 Nm. |
| Torque | 380 Nm |
| 4WD system | Part-time 4WD with selectable low range |
| Low range | Yes |
| Diff locks | Rear diff lock (front locker on higher trims) |
| Ground clearance | 224 mm |
| Approach / departure / breakover | 33° / 34° / 23° |
| Wading depth | 700 mm |
| Towing (braked) | 3,000 kg |
| Body | Midsize SUV (5-seat) |
| Seats | 5 |
| Sold in | China, AU, TH, MY, PH, ID, MX, Saudi Arabia, ZA |
Capability figures are the manufacturer’s quoted 4x4 figures for a named trim; power, price and angles vary by trim, market and options. Conversions are approximate at ≈₱61 = US$1 (mid-2026); exchange rates move, so treat the converted figures as ballpark. Price is the PH SRP of ₱2,678,000 for the 2.0L 4x4 — note GWM has since discontinued the Tank 300 in the Philippines, so treat it as a reference price; it remains on sale in Australia, Thailand, Malaysia and elsewhere. Breakover angle of 23° is rounded from the 23.1° quoted in GWM spec sheets.
Pros
- Ladder-frame construction with selectable low range
- Locking rear differential standard, front locker on higher trims
- Strong equipment levels for the price, with a 5-star ANCAP rating
- Wide global availability across Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Africa
Cons
- Departure angle is good but breakover (23°) is unremarkable
- 700 mm wading trails the Ranger, Everest and D-Max at 800 mm
- Petrol 2.0T is thirsty next to the diesel rivals in this class
- Resale and long-term parts history are far shorter than the Japanese incumbents
Key off-road features
- Part-time 4WD with low-range transfer case
- Front and rear locking differentials available
- Off-road creep mode and "tank turn" function
- 224 mm clearance, 700 mm wading, 33°/34° approach/departure
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GWM Tank 300 FAQ
Is the GWM Tank 300 a proper off-roader?
On hardware, yes. It is ladder-frame like the Hilux and Fortuner, has a genuine low-range transfer case, and offers locking front and rear differentials on higher trims — a combination most rivals in its price band do not match. Its weaker numbers are wading depth (700 mm) and breakover angle (23°).
How does the Tank 300 compare to a Toyota Fortuner?
The Tank 300 has more power (217 hp vs 201 hp), slightly more ground clearance (224 mm vs 225 mm is effectively level), better approach and departure angles, and available front and rear lockers where the Fortuner has a rear locker only. The Fortuner counters with seven seats, a far deeper service network and much stronger resale.
What is the Tank 300 "tank turn" function?
It brakes the inside rear wheel hard to pivot the vehicle around a much tighter radius on loose surfaces. It is a genuine low-speed off-road aid on soft ground rather than a gimmick, though it is not something you would use on tarmac.
Sources
- Zigwheels PH — GWM Tank 300 specifications (clearance, wading, angles, price)
- CarExpert — 2026 GWM Tank 300 price and specs
- Wikipedia — GWM Tank 300 (construction, drivetrain, markets)
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