2024 GWM Tank 500 Review | Can a Chinese 4x4 wagon really challenge the Toyota Prado?

[@514broly]

In terms of design and features, Chinese cars have vastly improved over the years. Like a lot of people, I want to see how they hold up as long termers and see if spare parts availability will be an issue.

[@carsales]

Yep, this is the burning question. Need a few more years and see how second-hand models fare over the long-run.

[@MikeJones-mz5ig]

It's not a question. The car has been here as the Haval H9 forever. Almost every Holden dealer is now a GWM dealer. ​@@carsales

[@yslee1401]

Good luck when trying to sell it to a used car dealer when the time comes to ditch it

[@MikeJones-mz5ig]

@@yslee1401 if you can point me to a cheap one?.

[@TheAkshatkalra]

If we compare this with the Prado top-spec model, which is 120K, I saved 45K upfront with this interior and so many features for just 74K. So after 10-12 years, I don’t mind the low resale value as much since I already saved 45K upfront.@@yslee1401

[@laleshkumar5824]

I just picked up my tank 500 from dealership today. It is amazing, thanks for making this video walkthrough.

[@mach3k3000]

Quality of cars made by GWM has been well proved in the past 10 years.

[@yourenotwrong3511]

Hey mate, what do you think of the tank?

[@AntonioRibeiro-qs3fy]

Honest, unbiased and impartial review. I just subscribed to this channel, I could listen to this guy's fair insights all day long..Much love from South Africa

[@nostradamus2642]

Great review. I know the Ultra offers a cream & blue dual tone leather interior which looks very luxo. However, the black interior looks really nice in your video.

[@simranbanga5467]

Need big v6 petrol hybrid option too

[@CNM_EDC]

Realistically mate, 74k for the top specs model is not bad even though it’s not PHEV.

[@Belix.Official]

Bro its made to counter Land Cruiser/Prado. PHEV wasn’t they were looking for.

[@albertgan9423]

Not bad is gross understatement. Its bloody good. Better than Cayenne IMO

[@Belix.Official]

@@albertgan9423 🤣

[@毫徳寺三花]

@@Belix.OfficialStrange that the 3.0L 6-Cylinder Turbocharged 9AT version is not available in Australian market. GWM is a company mainly focuses on pure fuel-powered conventional cars, and Chinese’s favourite Tank 500 IS the 3.0T versions.

[@mq46312]

I don't know about the rest of the car but the interior looks miles ahead of the Prado.

[@yslee1401]

@@mq46312 but it’s resale value will be miles behind that of a Prado

[@brianrose7864]

I test drove one today. It was like driving a marshmallow. And I mean that in a very good way. It's so freaking refined, comfortable and quiet. I pushed the start button and didn't even feel the engine turning over it's that freaking smooth. I'm in love with it. Like driving a big white cloud 😅. And the interior material is no nice and soft, just plush!

[@ernishant13]

New Prado 2024 top Model on road is approx $120k . Expensive than Tank 500. Almost $45k more. Is it worth it ? I guess no.if i drive tank 500 for 7 years and sell for $35k still value for money.

[@SanjaaNMNGBWSN]

Do you think drive New Prado 2024 for 7 years and sell for 110k$?

[@ernishant13]

@SanjaaNMNGBWSN 7 seaters of new Prado hard to sell above 45-50k . Altitude model is worth it

[@hnrsharma]

I have just picked up my Tank 500 ❤ it’s Amazing 🤩 I love my TANK 🎉

[@tigerghost7034]

Did you face any issues with the car?

[@richy_au]

It will sell like hotcakes, Aussies are very quick to jump over each over to save 8 cents, if GWM can prove good "uptime" (not off the road awaiting parts/service/reliability) fleets get on to this model and can run through the warranty period and dump them, then Toyota should be concerned. The full review will be good, running through the tech/drive modes, if it gets down a rough dirt road with a bit of articulation but makes it to the destination, then look out, Kia/Hyundai also started with cheap, value for money and now Aussies are happy to pay top dollar for one. China is a bit smarter by forcing relationships with automotive partners in China to speed the process of knowledge and knowhow for their own brands, like GWM.

[@lostguru1311]

And stealing technology!

[@user_unknown_not_found]

Not re-badging for sure , mAAAAAAAAAteeee 😁😉😆

[@DRsx4]

ive had this specific car for almost 5 years , works really well

[@L14M44]

It hasn’t been out for even 2 years bro

[@jordismjordanne8742]

😂​@@L14M44

[@wcrash9361]

This car will be a huge seller at this great price . But the access to 3rd row only on right side is a let down especially as the hev tank500 is made in Thailand where they are rhd and will be sold in sth Africa which is rhd also so hope they fix this mistake

[@Belix.Official]

This tank is making alot of noises In Australia & Pakistan. Where Toyota Land Cruisers & Prado’s are extremely popular. I hope it’s durability will be good as it looks.

[@carsales]

Yeah time will tell whether its a solid unit. Seven year warranty is nice but certainly not a silver bullet.

[@mabdurrahman6983]

I'm from Pakistan and it's recently been announced and bookings are open now,In a country where there is no competition for prado and land cruiser It's making its first Impressionss

[@HUGHJANUSS-x2x]

@@mabdurrahman6983😂😂😂

[@hankcuccina5260]

And i can imagine the noises it is making.

[@peterburdett8131]

It wouldn’t have to be very good to beat Prado.

[@毫徳寺三花]

I will have my say as a Chinese. If I am not wrong, this Tank 500 is not rival to LC prado, but the competitor to the LC300. In China, the 3.0T 9AT gasoline version of this SUV is commonly compared to the LC. Well the Australian version is indeed a 2.0T machine version mated with a 9HAT gear and a 78kW electric motor. (Something similar to the Tank 500 Hi-4T in China, but the Hi-4T is a PHEV and this is just a HEV that can’t be charged externally.) The overall quality of this car, especially about the Ultra 72k version, is at least the same level of the LC300 VX Segment sold at 130k. This (WEY) Tank 500 is, comparably, the high-end brand of GWM, and represent the best possible off-roader this 40 Years old (1984-) Chinese car company can make at this price level.

[@yslee1401]

It’s not a competition to Prado. It’s not at that level yet

[@mjb1089]

What about after sales service for tank 500

[@Its.nosferatu]

Not sold on the vehicle but this reviewer is great, he should do more videos

[@Toubabou]

Chinese cars have gone leaps and bounds, it’s very impressive 😮

[@elgrangerente]

I saw one today passing by the dealership in Quito, Ecuador. I am curious. Here this one is priced at around 56K USD (the entry level version). Compared to the 190K USD you have to pay for a Land Cruiser 300, I would say a lot of people like me would give it a shot. Mostly because I do not have 190K USD to spend in a car. I know it does not have the same engine and pedigree, but for the occasional trip and daily commute to work is probably fine.

[@netsiteing]

Bring the Tank 400 please. Lots of people I know would get one instead this or the smaller one.

[@mjb1089]

Any issues with. This mechanically

[@Raptor50aus]

Do the rear wheels lift off the ground when braking like the 400?

[@carsales]

Unlikely, it's heavier and longer. Physics would make this harder to achieve.

[@Nae395]

I can't see the Prado having any drop in sales in the northern suburbs of Melbourne.

[@mjb1089]

What’s the resale value of this truck

[@exploreplanet930]

It's new, too soon to talk about resale value

[@mjb1089]

@@exploreplanet930 but still the resale would be just like other Chinese cars

[@exploreplanet930]

@@mjb1089 You buy cheap, you sell cheap. You buy expensive, you sell expensive.

[@sonofamountie]

@@mjb1089 All cars depreciate and when you take into consideration the 10's of thousands extra you'll pay for Toyotas there wouldn't be much difference on money lost.

[@yslee1401]

@@mjb1089which is a massive 50%-75% depreciation within the first 12 months

[@aussieoffroadnut1109]

Diesel is dead so they have made the right choice. Heaps more power than a Prado and matches the Prado 3000kg towing. They need a bigger fuel tank or dual tanks.

[@linny-h7y]

would love to see a towing test showing real worldtowing fuel usage

[@carsales]

@@linny-h7y Stay tuned!

[@georgekritikos957]

I think parts availability will be the most concerned. Otherwise it’s a good vehicle

[@evgeny7039]

4 cylinder 2.0 for a 2,7 ton car is insanity

[@ajs-qv5fe]

damning the tank 500 with faint praise, so naughty ...

[@krisliao]

Great car

[@moldycupbleachpower6782]

2025 300 gr series 148k 2022 300 gr series 148k+ 2025 prado kakadu 110k on road 2025 Tank 500 74k You actually have to be mentally unfit to pay a dealer for a 300 series.

[@sepic13]

Absolutely

[@shanenayda-mz6uy]

Did not see no off roading wood like to see how it’s gos

[@carsales]

We did take it off-road - but the weather conspired against us and couldn't film it. This is from Bruce, the presenter, in his written review (www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/gwm-tank-500-2024-review-145237/) ------------------ "Sadly, our off-road drive of the 2024 GWM Tank 500 was curtailed by monsoonal rain that burst just as we were about to engage low-range. It was a case of better safe than bogged! "However, we were in the situation during the day’s driving to witness the Tank 500 negotiating some proper technical tough off-road sections and it did so without getting beached or ripping its guts out. "The capabilities are backed up by off-road info in the screen that includes tyre pressure monitoring, compass, pitch and roll, atmospheric pressures and see-through cameras so you can assess what you are clambering over. "Given what we saw and the specification, the signs are very good for the Tank 500 as a true off-roader capable of competing with the Prado, Everest and Co. "Like the fuel consumption though, a proper verdict is TBA."

[@michaeltom8888]

LC killer

[@captainjack6890]

For the naysayers who think the Chinese wont eventually get a sizable portion of the car market, get your head out of the sand. The Japanese were seen as knockoffs, they eventually put plenty of European carnakers out of business or on life support. The Koreans? Same thing. Now it the Chinese turn. People will question their build quality and longevity, which is fine. The same question were asked of the Japanese and Korean cars. The formula they are using is tried and proven, give the consumers a quality product and a reasonable price. I dont expect this car to knock a Landcruiser off its perch, but a Tank 500 owner wont likely look at its interior and feel shafted

[@UCMpDwp7VEfKXRH3NyAW7kuj]

is indeed nice and decent but not sure for long term use

[@leiouzhang]

too early to say it can challenging, would take another 10-15 years to prove consistent reliability and service, otherwise, Prado will still be Prado, tank 500 maybe something else

[@mach3k3000]

Ignorant SB

[@papaandnanakvlog9739]

Still Prado for me just my two cents..

[@josephpereira1390]

Good on Australia for continuing to trade with China in terms of importing their cars despite China placing harsh taxes on Aus wine industry. Looks likes this has paid off as wine tax has lifted.

[@rogersliu1200]

lifted already

[@elc6895]

China Australia are two logical strong partners, just go check the account surplus Australia gain trading with China, yes even without the wine. Very challenging ahead though with the very toxic geopolitics U5 is pushing right now. Peace pls, at least say no to war.

[@leisurecide9478]

Wine tax was in response to Australian sanctions and restrictions on Chinese businesses. Nothing happens in a vacuum.

[@josephpereira1390]

@@leisurecide9478 thats a pretty massive overreaction to place wine tax on aus industry in response to what Aus did. Crazy!

[@global_southerner]

It’s good that Australia has slowed the pace of being the extension of US’s anti-China foreign policies. I almost thought Australia was the 52nd state of not so united American after Canada being the 51st state.

[@james3744]

How come we complain about the reliability of western auto maker engines, yet we say nothing about chinese engines and focus on big entertainment screens. I have a tv at home, i want a reliable car.

[@the876ceo]

Grand Theft Auto vibes

[@hendyhew]

It will be much nicer if there is no spare tyre at the rear door

[@bigkiwial]

Personally, going to look at one tomorrow, but 3t towing, probably not gonna buy.....🤷🤷

[@jjian5]

Did U buy?

[@OlimiaDaddy]

because Chinese car couldnt beat those old brands like toyota, so they put more effort on the interiors

[@天皇驾到]

you are kidding，Toyota just markdown in China，looking up thr price of Toyota in china right now，you will be shocked

[@maydowavai]

Now toyota will think about improving prado’s interior

[@abdulkadirsisli7525]

🇹🇷❤️♥️💙👏👏👏👏👏👍💚

[@gordonclark7632]

The body shell looks like a Toyota Landcruiser. Longevity is always going to be an issue with Chinese made vehicles.

[@liuyangyang]

Any ABN holders keep their cars over 5 years.

[@kyleadams-ti7xe]

The Chinese need to start having their own ideas instead of making cheap imitations of everything else how can u continuously brag about ripping off everybody else's stuff

[@yslee1401]

It’s does not have resale value at all

[@anwarmohdnowshad4070]

Good luck with you double price toyota😂😂😂You can save money and invest then make more money

[@zacksmith5963]

@@yslee1401 hmmm always under a chinese car company review 🤔

[@zacksmith5963]

@@anwarmohdnowshad4070 yslee is a well known bot account

[@edstar01]

Just like the c0vid jab, ill wait around 10 years to see how things are going.

[@rathanaly6429]

They just copied Land cruiser and Lexus

[@Đờimitry]

Japanese is a culture that have been copying Chinese culture and tech way bwfore they start copying Western industrial technologies. Japanese still cant even develope decent rockets let alone hypersonic missles.

[@kyleadams-ti7xe]

Did anyone else notice that it is a F@$%!ING toyota generic rip off same shape hood fenders etc etc

[@silaslai5913]

Do full m al.sir

[@rustykilt]

Underpowered.

[@gamersquadlifestyle]

I agree the V6 is the sweet spot not that Hybrid 4 cylinder

[@hankcuccina5260]

I'll stick to the ever reliable Toyota brand.

[@bobcat7664]

Nice-looking truck with a little tiny engine and a sad towing capacity not well thought through for Australian buyers

[@stevespringfield]

The engine power certainly isnt tiny... combined with the battery its around 250kw output... compared to the Prado at 150kw....

[@doomslayer4276]

​@@stevespringfieldthat's peak power

[@anwarmohdnowshad4070]

prado doesnt even stand a chance😂😂😂Some grandpas will buy trusting the toyota brand...but modern toyotas are😂😂😂😂

[@christianlitsch1320]

We can't escape buying Chinese products but with cars you can. How about we slap. 200% tariff on them to remind folk how they tried to bankrupt our country. If you can't afford Toyota etc , check out the Korean alternatives like Musso , Kia , etc. Reliable & better qaulity than Chinese . These advertising journalists should be ashamed of themselves.

[@jjian5]

U should be ashamed of your self for bringing such a hatred into this world. What did they ever do to you personally?

[@christianlitsch1320]

@@jjian5 Tried to bankrupt & destroy my country....good enough.

[@christianlitsch1320]

@@jjian5 Forgot to add mate....my mother's Chinese , hence no "hatred" there. We'd also prefer if the CCP released two Australians imprisoned , without trial & excommunicated from their children , before we compromise trade with our "friendly" neighbors.

[@古洋-j7y]

You are too pathetic. China's industry was not established overnight, and Chinese people have also purchased decades old German and Japanese cars. Western multinational corporations have seized a lot of profits in China, but even so, Chinese people have not become as hysterical as you

[@308_Negra_Arroyo_Lane]

Stop saying "we", it's just you and your own decisions.