Bangkok Auto Show: TANK 500 debuts at the auto show, priced at 2,049,000 Thai Baht
Kevin WongMar 25, 2024, 12:50 PM
At the 45th Bangkok Motor Show, GWM brought the TANK 500 model of its TANK brand. TANK has always been focused on professional off-road performance, and unlike TANK 300, TANK 500 also has to take into account luxury. Of course, its price will also be higher.
Official guide prices for the two TANK 500 models:
TANK 500 HEV PRO: 2049000 Thai baht
TANK 500 HEV ULTRA: 2269000 Thai baht
The styling of the TANK 500 is somewhat similar to an equally rugged SUV named HAVAL H9 that GWM sold in the Chinese market a few years ago. Its side lines, the contour of the rear of the car, and the design of the spare tire are all highly similar to the H9. The styling of the H9 is also similar to classic rugged SUVs like Toyota's Prado and Land Cruiser. Maybe there is some influence between them.
The most obvious individuality of the TANK 500 is reflected in the front of the car. The rugged chrome grille styling boasts high recognition. Because the spare tire is back-mounted, the tail light styling cannot be designed in the popular full-width type, which makes the overall exterior design of the TANK 500 somewhat traditional, with not much-electrified style. And the only thing that can signal its hybrid identity is the HEV logo at the rear of the car.
The dimensions of the TANK 500 are 5078 x 1934 x 1905mm, with a wheelbase of 2850 mm.
Looking at the overall interior of the TANK 500, it does not inspire a strong desire to go off-road, but it is somewhat business-like, which may disappoint many consumers. However, there is no doubt that this interior is very successful in presenting a sense of luxury. Considering individual aesthetic needs, this car features a digital dashboard, a 14.6-inch central control screen, and even a clock. I think the driver coming out of this car is more suitable to wear a suit, rather than outdoor clothing.
The console adopts a traditional T-shaped design and retains a large number of physical buttons, which gives a feel of numerous features. TANK 500 is indeed very rich in off-road functions. The console and door panels are filled with a large number of dark wood grain panels, and there is also a star decoration strip running through the console next to the air outlet. Just looking at the luxury of this interior, a price of 2,269,000 baht does not seem too expensive, but for many people who like this car, the price is not cheap.
TANK 500 offers a lot of functions in terms of seats, such as electric adjustment, and the third row of seats can also be electrically laid down through buttons on the side of the trunk. The second row of seats can be laid down in a 60:40 ratio. Therefore, the interior space distribution can be very flexible, whether going to the beach or camping in the wild, it's possible to put long objects like surfboards in the car, without needing to expand the roof luggage box.
Both the front row and the second row of TANK 500 seats have ventilation functions, and the driver's seat has an electric massage function, which make TANK 500 also suitable for long journeys with family and friends. When no one is sitting in the third row, the seats can be laid down flat. At this time, the second row of seats can be moved backward to increase legroom, and then TANK 500 transforms into a spacious 5-seater SUV that can hold a large amount of luggage. Nevertheless, the 2+3+2 seat layout also has its limitations. For example, the middle row seats lack a legrest, resulting in slightly less comfort than individual seats. It would be better if TANK 500 could offer a 2+2+2 seat layout for consumers to choose from.
TANK 500 is equipped with a complete set of intelligent driving assistance systems as well as the ability to remotely control the vehicle and view vehicle information through a mobile phone APP. What's different is that the ULTRA model adds the IIP automatic parking system and the ARA tracking reverse function. The application scenarios of the ARA function are, for example, narrow and dead ends or roads that cannot continue to move forward and where road conditions cannot allow turns where we need to turn back along the way we came. Although TANK 500 is equipped with a 360° imaging system, it has a large body, and reversing in a small space is challenging. ARA is the solution to this situation. However, it is regrettable that this function can only be used for a 50-meter reversing distance, which seems short.
TANK 500 power system parameters:
- The maximum power of the 2.0T engine is 244PS (5500-6000rpm)
- The peak torque of the 2.0T engine is 380N·m (1700-4000rpm)
The maximum power of the drive motor is 106PS
The peak torque of the drive motor is 268N·m
- Battery capacity 1.7kWh
- Maximum system power 350PS
- Peak system torque 616N·m
- 9AT gearbox
Main off-road configuration of TANK 500:
- Front and rear electric differential lock
- Off-road cruise control
- TANK turning system, for turning in confined spaces
- Under vehicle image display system (vehicle transparent)
- When fording, the screen displays the water level outside the car
(Photo/Text/Photograph: Pacific Car Kevin Wong)
If any infringement occurs, please contact us for deletion
Trending News

Toyota has Launched a Revamped Version of Corolla in Japan, No Longer Sell Gasoline-Powered Corolla
[PCauto] Toyota has recently launched a new facelift of the Corolla series in Japan, also announcing that all Japanese Corollas will now adopt hybrid power, making the gasoline version a thing of the past.Regarding this, Toyota claims that it will commit to achieving a carbon-neutral target, and the cancellation of the gasoline version of the Corolla is one of the steps towards achieving this goal. Hybrid vehicles can significantly reduce the emissions of pollutants such as carbon dioxide compar

Toyota Plans to Launch 2026 Corolla Hatchback FX: A Nod to the 1987 FX16
[PCauto] Toyota plans to launch the 2026 Toyota Corolla Hatchback FX, with its most distinctive feature being its appearance, which seems to reflect the shadow of the 1987 Corolla FX16.From the appearance, many details of the 2026 Toyota Corolla Hatchback FX express tribute to the 1987 Corolla FX16.The Corolla Hatchback FX is built on the SE base level of the Corolla Hatchback. It is equipped with a vented black tail wing, which not only adds a sporty feel to the vehicle but also improves its ae

All-New Perodua Bezza Coming 2025: Built on Advanced DNGA Platform
html 【PCauto】Perodua has officially confirmed this year that it will launch a "fully redesigned model" (Full Model Change, FMC) within the year. FMC represents a comprehensive redesign of an existing model. Based on product life cycle analysis, among models like Axia, Bezza, Myvi, Alza, Ativa, and Aruz, excluding the relatively newer Axia, Alza, and Ativa as well as the seemingly shelved Aruz, Bezza and Myvi become the main candidates for a facelift.The Myvi underwent an update in 2023, while th

Toyota Tundra Owner Achieves the Second Million-Mile Milestone
[PCauto] The mileage often measures the quality and durability of a car, and Victor Sheppard and his two Toyota Tundra pickups have set a staggering record.With Victor Sheppard's dedication and careful maintenance of the Toyota Tundra, he successfully drove two different Tundra pickups over 1 million miles (approximately 1,609,340 kilometers).In 2007, Sheppard bought a brand new Toyota Tundra CrewMax. Over the next nine years, as a contractor, he worked across the United States, from Louisiana t

HAVAL H6: A Balanced Performer and a Reliable Choice for Family SUVs
Price of HAVAL H6HAVAL H6 has a total of 1 submodel.• 2024 HAVAL H6 HEV priced at RM 139,800Driving experience of the HAVAL H6As for the power, the HAVAL H6 is equipped with a 1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharging source, delivering a maximum power output of 110 kW and a peak torque of 230 N·M, with maximum torque available at 1500-4000 rpm. The power is transmitted to the Front Wheel via an AT transmission, achieving a combined fuel consumption of 5.8 L/100km. This p
Popular Cars
Car Compare