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The Advertiser
22-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
GWM Tank 500 diesel debuts, but Australians will have to wait
TheGWM Tank 500 is gaining a diesel option in Thailand, but for now Australia will stick with hybrid and plug-in hybrid power. That's despite the smaller Tank 300 receiving a turbo-diesel engine earlier this year, which has quickly become the most popular powertrain in that lineup. The Toyota Prado-rivalling Tank 500 is receiving the same 2.4-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine that's seen in the related GWM Cannon Alpha and Tank 300, for the Thai market. However, this vehicle is being built in Thailand, and GWM Australia has confirmed our Tank 500 will continue to be sourced from China. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new GWM Tank 500. Click here to get a great deal. The 2.4-litre turbo-diesel produces 135kW and 480Nm of torque in the Thai-market Tank 500, and is available with either rear- or four-wheel drive. The diesel-powered model is distinguished by a repositioned spare wheel, mounted under the vehicle instead of on the tailgate. GWM has previously hinted the Tank 500 will gain an upcoming four-cylinder 3.0-litre turbo-diesel in Australia. The bigger new engine, due for release around 2027, will also be fitted to the Cannon Alpha and Tank 700 off-road SUV, producing more power and torque than the brand's existing 2.0-litre and 2.4-litre oilers. "Some powertrain, especially [in] the high-end SUV, will need the high-torque [engine]," GWM International vice president James Yang told Australian media in Shanghai earlier this year. "So in China, or other market, we'll have the 2.4-litre diesel, especially in Thailand… But I think in Australia, the high-torque, big engine [is needed]. So for some products, we'll wait for this engine to launch in Australia." It won't be the first Tank 500 powertrain Australia will miss out on, with a 3.0-litre turbocharged petrol V6 also offered overseas but not here. GWM believes it can offset the emissions of its turbo-diesel offerings with a range of hybrids, plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) and electric vehicles (EVs) "So in the future, I think the Australian market, the PHEV, and HEV, plus diesel is a good choice for the customer… and also we have the EV, but I think for some scenarios the sales volume can be not very high," said Mr Yang. "So maybe these are the three types of powertrain that's much better for this market and also can balance the emissions." GWM now offers hybrid powertrains across its Haval Jolion, Haval H6, Haval H7, Tank 300 and Tank 500 lineups, plus PHEV versions of the Haval H6 GT and Cannon Alpha (and, soon, the Tank 500). It has just one EV, the Ora hatch, but it'll be joined by two more EVs by the end of next year. Petrol power continues to be offered in the Haval Jolion, Haval H6 and Haval H6 GT lineups, and diesel power in the Tank 300, Cannon and Cannon Alpha. The company has said its hybrid-heavy lineup has already allowed it to start accumulating credits under the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), meaning it can continue to offer diesel models without copping financial penalties, and also avoid imposing price rises on customers as other brands have done. GWM wants to be a top-five automotive brand in Australia by 2030, with plans to surpass 50,000 sales this year and reach 75,000 annual deliveries by the end of the decade. MORE: Explore the GWM Tank 500 showroom Content originally sourced from: TheGWM Tank 500 is gaining a diesel option in Thailand, but for now Australia will stick with hybrid and plug-in hybrid power. That's despite the smaller Tank 300 receiving a turbo-diesel engine earlier this year, which has quickly become the most popular powertrain in that lineup. The Toyota Prado-rivalling Tank 500 is receiving the same 2.4-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine that's seen in the related GWM Cannon Alpha and Tank 300, for the Thai market. However, this vehicle is being built in Thailand, and GWM Australia has confirmed our Tank 500 will continue to be sourced from China. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new GWM Tank 500. Click here to get a great deal. The 2.4-litre turbo-diesel produces 135kW and 480Nm of torque in the Thai-market Tank 500, and is available with either rear- or four-wheel drive. The diesel-powered model is distinguished by a repositioned spare wheel, mounted under the vehicle instead of on the tailgate. GWM has previously hinted the Tank 500 will gain an upcoming four-cylinder 3.0-litre turbo-diesel in Australia. The bigger new engine, due for release around 2027, will also be fitted to the Cannon Alpha and Tank 700 off-road SUV, producing more power and torque than the brand's existing 2.0-litre and 2.4-litre oilers. "Some powertrain, especially [in] the high-end SUV, will need the high-torque [engine]," GWM International vice president James Yang told Australian media in Shanghai earlier this year. "So in China, or other market, we'll have the 2.4-litre diesel, especially in Thailand… But I think in Australia, the high-torque, big engine [is needed]. So for some products, we'll wait for this engine to launch in Australia." It won't be the first Tank 500 powertrain Australia will miss out on, with a 3.0-litre turbocharged petrol V6 also offered overseas but not here. GWM believes it can offset the emissions of its turbo-diesel offerings with a range of hybrids, plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) and electric vehicles (EVs) "So in the future, I think the Australian market, the PHEV, and HEV, plus diesel is a good choice for the customer… and also we have the EV, but I think for some scenarios the sales volume can be not very high," said Mr Yang. "So maybe these are the three types of powertrain that's much better for this market and also can balance the emissions." GWM now offers hybrid powertrains across its Haval Jolion, Haval H6, Haval H7, Tank 300 and Tank 500 lineups, plus PHEV versions of the Haval H6 GT and Cannon Alpha (and, soon, the Tank 500). It has just one EV, the Ora hatch, but it'll be joined by two more EVs by the end of next year. Petrol power continues to be offered in the Haval Jolion, Haval H6 and Haval H6 GT lineups, and diesel power in the Tank 300, Cannon and Cannon Alpha. The company has said its hybrid-heavy lineup has already allowed it to start accumulating credits under the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), meaning it can continue to offer diesel models without copping financial penalties, and also avoid imposing price rises on customers as other brands have done. GWM wants to be a top-five automotive brand in Australia by 2030, with plans to surpass 50,000 sales this year and reach 75,000 annual deliveries by the end of the decade. MORE: Explore the GWM Tank 500 showroom Content originally sourced from: TheGWM Tank 500 is gaining a diesel option in Thailand, but for now Australia will stick with hybrid and plug-in hybrid power. That's despite the smaller Tank 300 receiving a turbo-diesel engine earlier this year, which has quickly become the most popular powertrain in that lineup. The Toyota Prado-rivalling Tank 500 is receiving the same 2.4-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine that's seen in the related GWM Cannon Alpha and Tank 300, for the Thai market. However, this vehicle is being built in Thailand, and GWM Australia has confirmed our Tank 500 will continue to be sourced from China. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new GWM Tank 500. Click here to get a great deal. The 2.4-litre turbo-diesel produces 135kW and 480Nm of torque in the Thai-market Tank 500, and is available with either rear- or four-wheel drive. The diesel-powered model is distinguished by a repositioned spare wheel, mounted under the vehicle instead of on the tailgate. GWM has previously hinted the Tank 500 will gain an upcoming four-cylinder 3.0-litre turbo-diesel in Australia. The bigger new engine, due for release around 2027, will also be fitted to the Cannon Alpha and Tank 700 off-road SUV, producing more power and torque than the brand's existing 2.0-litre and 2.4-litre oilers. "Some powertrain, especially [in] the high-end SUV, will need the high-torque [engine]," GWM International vice president James Yang told Australian media in Shanghai earlier this year. "So in China, or other market, we'll have the 2.4-litre diesel, especially in Thailand… But I think in Australia, the high-torque, big engine [is needed]. So for some products, we'll wait for this engine to launch in Australia." It won't be the first Tank 500 powertrain Australia will miss out on, with a 3.0-litre turbocharged petrol V6 also offered overseas but not here. GWM believes it can offset the emissions of its turbo-diesel offerings with a range of hybrids, plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) and electric vehicles (EVs) "So in the future, I think the Australian market, the PHEV, and HEV, plus diesel is a good choice for the customer… and also we have the EV, but I think for some scenarios the sales volume can be not very high," said Mr Yang. "So maybe these are the three types of powertrain that's much better for this market and also can balance the emissions." GWM now offers hybrid powertrains across its Haval Jolion, Haval H6, Haval H7, Tank 300 and Tank 500 lineups, plus PHEV versions of the Haval H6 GT and Cannon Alpha (and, soon, the Tank 500). It has just one EV, the Ora hatch, but it'll be joined by two more EVs by the end of next year. Petrol power continues to be offered in the Haval Jolion, Haval H6 and Haval H6 GT lineups, and diesel power in the Tank 300, Cannon and Cannon Alpha. The company has said its hybrid-heavy lineup has already allowed it to start accumulating credits under the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), meaning it can continue to offer diesel models without copping financial penalties, and also avoid imposing price rises on customers as other brands have done. GWM wants to be a top-five automotive brand in Australia by 2030, with plans to surpass 50,000 sales this year and reach 75,000 annual deliveries by the end of the decade. MORE: Explore the GWM Tank 500 showroom Content originally sourced from: TheGWM Tank 500 is gaining a diesel option in Thailand, but for now Australia will stick with hybrid and plug-in hybrid power. That's despite the smaller Tank 300 receiving a turbo-diesel engine earlier this year, which has quickly become the most popular powertrain in that lineup. The Toyota Prado-rivalling Tank 500 is receiving the same 2.4-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine that's seen in the related GWM Cannon Alpha and Tank 300, for the Thai market. However, this vehicle is being built in Thailand, and GWM Australia has confirmed our Tank 500 will continue to be sourced from China. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new GWM Tank 500. Click here to get a great deal. The 2.4-litre turbo-diesel produces 135kW and 480Nm of torque in the Thai-market Tank 500, and is available with either rear- or four-wheel drive. The diesel-powered model is distinguished by a repositioned spare wheel, mounted under the vehicle instead of on the tailgate. GWM has previously hinted the Tank 500 will gain an upcoming four-cylinder 3.0-litre turbo-diesel in Australia. The bigger new engine, due for release around 2027, will also be fitted to the Cannon Alpha and Tank 700 off-road SUV, producing more power and torque than the brand's existing 2.0-litre and 2.4-litre oilers. "Some powertrain, especially [in] the high-end SUV, will need the high-torque [engine]," GWM International vice president James Yang told Australian media in Shanghai earlier this year. "So in China, or other market, we'll have the 2.4-litre diesel, especially in Thailand… But I think in Australia, the high-torque, big engine [is needed]. So for some products, we'll wait for this engine to launch in Australia." It won't be the first Tank 500 powertrain Australia will miss out on, with a 3.0-litre turbocharged petrol V6 also offered overseas but not here. GWM believes it can offset the emissions of its turbo-diesel offerings with a range of hybrids, plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) and electric vehicles (EVs) "So in the future, I think the Australian market, the PHEV, and HEV, plus diesel is a good choice for the customer… and also we have the EV, but I think for some scenarios the sales volume can be not very high," said Mr Yang. "So maybe these are the three types of powertrain that's much better for this market and also can balance the emissions." GWM now offers hybrid powertrains across its Haval Jolion, Haval H6, Haval H7, Tank 300 and Tank 500 lineups, plus PHEV versions of the Haval H6 GT and Cannon Alpha (and, soon, the Tank 500). It has just one EV, the Ora hatch, but it'll be joined by two more EVs by the end of next year. Petrol power continues to be offered in the Haval Jolion, Haval H6 and Haval H6 GT lineups, and diesel power in the Tank 300, Cannon and Cannon Alpha. The company has said its hybrid-heavy lineup has already allowed it to start accumulating credits under the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), meaning it can continue to offer diesel models without copping financial penalties, and also avoid imposing price rises on customers as other brands have done. GWM wants to be a top-five automotive brand in Australia by 2030, with plans to surpass 50,000 sales this year and reach 75,000 annual deliveries by the end of the decade. MORE: Explore the GWM Tank 500 showroom Content originally sourced from:
TimesLIVE
21-07-2025
- Automotive
- TimesLIVE
Entry level VW T-Cross could be the pick of the range
In time, the market evolved with more budget-friendly offerings such as the Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonetin addition to the Suzuki Vitara Brezza, all made in India, espousing emerging market sensibilities and pricing that reflected this thrifty slant. The T-Cross was set apart by the typical Volkswagen brand hallmarks, from sturdy on-road characteristics to a solid interior (even though certain surfaces were not all that plush), bolstered by punchy engines and attractive styling. As expected, the model carried a more premium price tag versus rivals. While this was largely warranted from a quality and substance perspective, the level of standard specification, it was felt, could have been more generous. That criticism was given further credence when players such as the Haval Jolion and Chery Tiggo 4 Pro came to town, offering a much longer list of goodies at prices that upstaged the German. However, loyal fans continue to appreciate what the T-Cross represents. Even brand impartial shoppers without an allegiance concede to the strength of the Volkswagen emblem, its proven reputation in South Africa and the fact that its local manufacturing operations contribute greatly to the economy. Though it is getting on in years, the T-Cross remains an important vehicle for the Volkswagen brand locally, boosting the compact end of the portfolio alongside the Polo Vivo and Polo. In 2027 the range will gain the Tera, which would realistically replace the T-Cross in Mzansi as the most attainable Volkswagen crossover.
TimesLIVE
21-07-2025
- Automotive
- TimesLIVE
Entry-level VW T-Cross could be the pick of the range
In time, the market evolved with more budget-friendly offerings such as the Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonetin addition to the Suzuki Vitara Brezza, all made in India, espousing emerging market sensibilities and pricing that reflected this thrifty slant. The T-Cross was set apart by the typical Volkswagen brand hallmarks, from sturdy on-road characteristics to a solid interior (even though certain surfaces were not all that plush), bolstered by punchy engines and attractive styling. As expected, the model carried a more premium price tag versus rivals. While this was largely warranted from a quality and substance perspective, the level of standard specification, it was felt, could have been more generous. That criticism was given further credence when players such as the Haval Jolion and Chery Tiggo 4 Pro came to town, offering a much longer list of goodies at prices that upstaged the German. However, loyal fans continue to appreciate what the T-Cross represents. Even brand impartial shoppers without an allegiance concede to the strength of the Volkswagen emblem, its proven reputation in South Africa and the fact that its local manufacturing operations contribute greatly to the economy. Though it is getting on in years, the T-Cross remains an important vehicle for the Volkswagen brand locally, boosting the compact end of the portfolio alongside the Polo Vivo and Polo. In 2027 the range will gain the Tera, which would realistically replace the T-Cross in Mzansi as the most attainable Volkswagen crossover.
7NEWS
17-07-2025
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
GWM tracking towards huge sales milestone in Australia
GWM is on track to crack 50,000 annual sales in Australia this year, the culmination of strong growth dating back to the Chinese automaker's rebrand in 2020. Growth since has seen it post 25,042 deliveries (+36.2 per cent) in 2022, with 36,397 (+45.3 per cent) in 2023 before last year's 17.5 per cent gain to 42,782. A record result in the first half of 2025 saw GWM chalk up 25,189 sales, propelling it to seventh place among all brands – its highest position yet. And, according to GWM Australia's head of marketing and communications Steve Maciver, there's more growth to come. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. 'We're very much on track to achieve our target of 50,000 sales in Australia for 2025,' Mr Maciver told media including CarExpert. 'We had record results in June across every single state and territory. That sends a really strong message that the brand is getting cut through and momentum everywhere in Australia. 'It's not going to come easy, the market is highly competitive and there's a lot of new entrants as well, but we're playing our game. We've got plans, and the plan is 50,000 for this year.' The GWM lineup in Australia currently includes five SUVs – the Haval Jolion, Haval H6, Haval H6 GT, Tank 300, and Tank 500 – as well as the Cannon and Cannon Alpha dual-cab utes, and electric Ora hatchback. Mr Maciver expects all models to sell strongly in the second half of 2025, especially the likes of the Tank 300 and Cannon, which both gained new variants earlier in the year. A pair of new SUV models – the mid-size Haval H7 SUV and larger Tank 500 PHEV – will further bolster sales figures when they hit the market over the coming months. 'We think there's more in Jolion… up 26.6 per cent year-to-date for a car that was already pretty much top three in its segment,' explained Mr Maciver. 'H6 has been a really strong performer for us, and we believe the new car is ready to take us to the next level in that mid-sized SUV segment, which is the country's largest. 'When we launched Tank 300, we did say that the diesel was the right powertrain for that car. It's now showing in the sales numbers… we had record sales in June, but significantly 65 per cent of those sales were diesel. It's only been on sale for a couple of months, but that car and that powertrain has really hit its stride. 'Cannon Premium 2.0-litre, Cannon Vanta, and our cab-chassis models only really started arriving towards the end of the financial year, so we haven't really hit our stride with those important models – we think there's more in Cannon as a result. 'We will have H7 coming through in around August, and Tank 500 PHEV in roughly October. We confirmed those launches were happening earlier, but the dates are starting to firm up. We think there's opportunity with those two tech-driven cars coming through.' In order to meet ever-increasing demand for its vehicles, GWM is working to expand its dealer network to approximately 125 sites by the end of 2025, covering all corners of the country. 'We are continuing to add more dealers… the addition of those new dealers essentially tells us that we're very, much on track,' said Mr Maciver. 'From 2021 to 2025 you can see that there's been consistent growth in both volume and market share across those last few years, and that's come as a result of a bigger network, increased product quality, and new product visions.'
Perth Now
17-07-2025
- Automotive
- Perth Now
GWM tracking towards huge sales milestone in Australia
GWM is on track to crack 50,000 annual sales in Australia this year, the culmination of strong growth dating back to the Chinese automaker's rebrand in 2020. Growth since has seen it post 25,042 deliveries (+36.2 per cent) in 2022, with 36,397 (+45.3 per cent) in 2023 before last year's 17.5 per cent gain to 42,782. A record result in the first half of 2025 saw GWM chalk up 25,189 sales, propelling it to seventh place among all brands – its highest position yet. And, according to GWM Australia's head of marketing and communications Steve Maciver, there's more growth to come. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Supplied Credit: CarExpert 'We're very much on track to achieve our target of 50,000 sales in Australia for 2025,' Mr Maciver told media including CarExpert. 'We had record results in June across every single state and territory. That sends a really strong message that the brand is getting cut through and momentum everywhere in Australia. 'It's not going to come easy, the market is highly competitive and there's a lot of new entrants as well, but we're playing our game. We've got plans, and the plan is 50,000 for this year.' The GWM lineup in Australia currently includes five SUVs – the Haval Jolion, Haval H6, Haval H6 GT, Tank 300, and Tank 500 – as well as the Cannon and Cannon Alpha dual-cab utes, and electric Ora hatchback. Mr Maciver expects all models to sell strongly in the second half of 2025, especially the likes of the Tank 300 and Cannon, which both gained new variants earlier in the year. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert A pair of new SUV models – the mid-size Haval H7 SUV and larger Tank 500 PHEV – will further bolster sales figures when they hit the market over the coming months. 'We think there's more in Jolion… up 26.6 per cent year-to-date for a car that was already pretty much top three in its segment,' explained Mr Maciver. 'H6 has been a really strong performer for us, and we believe the new car is ready to take us to the next level in that mid-sized SUV segment, which is the country's largest. 'When we launched Tank 300, we did say that the diesel was the right powertrain for that car. It's now showing in the sales numbers… we had record sales in June, but significantly 65 per cent of those sales were diesel. It's only been on sale for a couple of months, but that car and that powertrain has really hit its stride. 'Cannon Premium 2.0-litre, Cannon Vanta, and our cab-chassis models only really started arriving towards the end of the financial year, so we haven't really hit our stride with those important models – we think there's more in Cannon as a result. Supplied Credit: CarExpert 'We will have H7 coming through in around August, and Tank 500 PHEV in roughly October. We confirmed those launches were happening earlier, but the dates are starting to firm up. We think there's opportunity with those two tech-driven cars coming through.' In order to meet ever-increasing demand for its vehicles, GWM is working to expand its dealer network to approximately 125 sites by the end of 2025, covering all corners of the country. 'We are continuing to add more dealers… the addition of those new dealers essentially tells us that we're very, much on track,' said Mr Maciver. 'From 2021 to 2025 you can see that there's been consistent growth in both volume and market share across those last few years, and that's come as a result of a bigger network, increased product quality, and new product visions.' MORE: GWM has more new SUVs coming to Australia in 2025 MORE: GWM wants to be a top-five auto brand in Australia 'sustainably'
