GWM P500 line-up gets a subtle styling update
Other than that, it's business as usual for GWM's Toyota Hilux/Ford Ranger rival, with customers able to pick between three model derivatives: Luxury, Super Luxury and Ultra Luxury. While 18' (45.7cm) alloy wheels are standard across the range, Super Luxury and Ultra Luxury models benefit from additional niceties such as electronically adjustable side mirrors with integrated turn signals, and an easy lift tailgate offering a conventional drop-down opening or a 60:40 split barn-door style opening for even easier loading.
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