GWM Tank 500, Wey 80 previewed at KLIMS 2024
The Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) 2024 has seen the unveiling of two new models from Great Wall Motor (GWM), namely the Tank 500 and the Wey 80.
According to GWM Malaysia, the SUV and MPV are set to be launched in the Malaysian market in 2025, although the exact date has not yet been disclosed.
Tank 500
Like the Tank 300, which was launched here last July, the Tank 500 is also an off-road SUV but it is a much larger one, measuring 5,078 mm in length, 1,934 mm in width, and 1,905 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,850 mm.
In China, the Tank 500 is offered with several types of powertrains but the showcased unit is the hybrid variant featuring a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 342 PS and 648 Nm of torque.
The engine is paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission that drives the wheels through a four-wheel-drive system.
Available features include 11 driving modes, a tank turn function, Off-Road Cruise Control, a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, a 14.6-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as ADAS driver assistance systems.
While the price has not been announced, considering that the Tank 300 starts at RM250,000, the Tank 800 is likely to be priced around RM350,000.
Wey 80
Also known as the Gaoshan in China, the Wey 80 is a seven-seat MPV from GWM’s luxury sub-brand, Wey.
The model features a plug-in hybrid powertrain, which GWM calls as Dedicated Hybrid Technology (DHT). It combines a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine with a pair of electric motors, generating a total system output of 487 PS (358 kW) and 762 Nm of torque.
Additionally, the powertrain comes with a 37.96 kWh battery, providing an electric driving range of up to 150 km based on the very optimistic CLTC cycle.
In terms of size, the Wey 80 measures 5,045 mm in length, 1,960 mm in width, and 1,900 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,085 mm. It can accommodate up to seven passengers with a seating configuration of 2-2-3.
Key features include premium leather upholstery, Zero Gravity seats, captain’s chairs in the second row, a 12.5-litre fridge, a panoramic roof, and a Harman Kardon audio system with 16 speakers.
