Tank 500 New Energy

The Tank 500 New Energy is a large luxury off-road SUV from Great Wall Motor's dedicated 4x4 marque, Tank, representing a defining milestone in the brand's push towards premium electrification. Positioned as an “all-conquering luxury palace” that effortlessly blends executive refinement with serious go-anywhere capability, the Tank 500 New Energy retains the rugged design DNA of the Tank family while dispelling the notion that “hardcore off-roaders are bound to be fuel-guzzlers” through its innovative hybrid architectures, setting a benchmark in the Chinese premium 4x4 market.

Model Overview

The Tank 500 New Energy is positioned as a large luxury off-road SUV, measuring approximately 5,078 mm × 1,934 mm × 1,905 mm with a 2,850 mm wheelbase. Defined by its core propositions of “executive luxury off-roading” and “dual powertrains, dual architectures”, its key highlights include choices between mechanical and electronic 4WD, class-leading NVH suppression, a plush cabin, and two distinctive powertrain platforms—Hi4-T (hardcore off-road) and Hi4-Z (all-terrain touring)—catering to both hardcore off-roaders and discerning urban commuters.

Development History

Debut and Launch (2023): The Tank 500 Hi4-T was launched in 2023 as the brand's maiden electrified hardcore 4x4, marking Tank's official entry into the “new energy + hardcore off-road” segment.

Technological Evolution (2025–2026): To further expand its market footprint, Tank introduced the Hi4-Z architecture in January 2025, redefining all-terrain SUV standards with an electric-drive-centric setup and a class-leading pure electric range of 201 km.

Current Stage (2026): As of May 2026, the Tank 500 New Energy boasts a mature product portfolio consisting of two distinct series: Hi4-T (extreme 4x4) and Hi4-Z (long range, tech-focused). With prices ranging between RM335,000 and RM385,000, the model firmly leads sales charts in the Chinese domestic premium SUV segment.

Market Performance

The Tank 500 New Energy has established strong dominance in the RM300,000–RM400,000 hardcore 4x4 bracket. Leveraging its compelling “executive comfort + off-road” duality, it has successfully swayed buyers from legacy joint-venture luxury off-roaders while attracting family upgraders looking for a premium lifestyle vehicle. Despite rising competition from new energy marques entering the off-road space, the Tank 500 sustains high market demand and strong customer goodwill, backed by its proven mechanical credentials (notably the mechanical 4WD on the Hi4-T series) and an extensive aftersales network.

Core Technologies

Dual-Track Powertrain Strategy:

Hi4-T (Hardcore 4x4): Features a “petrol engine + electric motor” mechanical 4WD architecture, integrating a 2.0T turbo engine with a P2 electric motor for precise, rock-solid power delivery. Retaining a low-range transfer case and “three locking differentials”, it remains the top choice for overland expeditions and hardcore 4x4 enthusiasts.

Hi4-Z (All-Terrain Touring): Employs a tri-motor electric drive system with front P2 and rear P4 motors working alongside a 2.0T turbo engine. Delivering a WLTC pure electric range of 201 km, a staggering total torque of 1,195 Nm, and a 0–100 km/h sprint in the 4-second territory, it acts as a “performance powerhouse” tailored for daily city commutes and long-distance light off-roading.

Chassis & Off-Road Hardware: Built on a robust ladder-frame chassis, equipped with an electronic sway bar disconnect system, and riding on front double-wishbone + rear multi-link independent suspension to strike an optimal balance between on-road ride comfort and off-road articulation.

Smart Cockpit: Outfitted with a four-screen linked intelligent cockpit powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chipset, driving a 14.6-inch central infotainment touchscreen and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, complete with responsive voice control and rich connected-car services.

Safety & Build Integrity: Engineered with extensive ultra-high-strength steel throughout the body, with the traction battery pack safely enclosed within the ladder chassis and protected by a dedicated crash structure, ensuring exceptional safety during extreme water wading and high-impact scenarios.

Future Roadmap

The Tank 500 New Energy's strategic roadmap focuses on “intelligent tech advancements” and “global service network expansion”. The brand plans to incorporate AI-driven predictive suspension control and terrain-adaptive sensing systems to further lower the learning curve for off-roading, allowing even novice drivers to tackle challenging terrains with confidence. Concurrently, Tank is ramping up its global aftersales supply chain to ensure that across the world's most demanding terrain, the Tank 500 consistently delivers on its promise as a dependable “global premium 4x4 flagship”.