TANK 500

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TANK 500
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Overview
Manufacturer Great Wall Motor
Also calledTANK 600 (pre-production)
Production2021–present
Model years 2022–present
Assembly
Body and chassis
Class Full-size luxury SUV
Body style 5-door SUV
Layout Longitudinal front-engine, four-wheel drive
Platform GWM Tank
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor
  • Belt-driven integrated starter generator (V6)
  • 3-in-1 motor drive system (500 HEV)
Transmission 9-speed 9AT/9HAT automatic
Hybrid drivetrain
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,850 mm (112.2 in)
Length
  • 4,878 mm (192.0 in) (interior spare wheel)
  • 5,070 mm (199.6 in) (exterior spare wheel)
Width1,934 mm (76.1 in)
Height1,905 mm (75.0 in)
Kerb weight 2,455–2,535 kg (5,412–5,589 lb)

The TANK 500 is a full-size luxury SUV produced by Great Wall Motor.

Contents

Overview

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TANK 500 at the 2021 Chengdu Auto Show (rear view)

The TANK 500 was revealed on 29 August 2021 at the Chengdu Auto Show, [1] and is planned for sale in late 2021.

It's the second model to be introduced from the brand after the TANK 300, and seats seven passengers across three rows.

Then The TANK 500 was revealed on 29 November 2021 with the Hybrid Engine at the Thailand International Motor Expo 2021. [2]

Powertrain and technical details

Power is provided by a 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 making 349 hp (260 kW; 354 PS) and 369 lb⋅ft (500 N⋅m; 51.0 kg⋅m) of torque mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. [3] [4]

The TANK 500 is based on a body-on-frame chassis, locking front and rear differentials, and impressive off-road capability including 8.8-inch (223.5 mm) ground clearance, a 31.5-inch (800.1 mm) wading depth, and a 29.6º approach angle. [5]

Interior

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TANK 500 Interior

The vehicle features a fully digital dashboard, with a 12.3-inch screen for the driver, and a 14.6-inch screen in the centre stack for infotainment.




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References

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