BUILT TO TOW. BUILT TO TOUR. BE MORE TANK.

This is the TANK 500 Australian buyers have been waiting for.

Introducing the 2026 GWM TANK 500 Vanta 3.0L Turbo Diesel – combining serious diesel torque, 3,500kg braked towing capacity, a massive 131-litre long-range fuel tank and factory-integrated towing technology with the luxury, space and off-road capability that has made the TANK 500 such an impressive large SUV.

This isn't simply a TANK 500 with a diesel engine dropped under the bonnet.

GWM has undertaken an extensive Australian engineering and validation program, specifically working on towing performance, engine and transmission calibration, ride and handling, software and durability for Australian conditions.

If you're towing a big caravan and travelling Australia, this is the TANK 500 built for the job.

620Nm – RIGHT WHERE YOU NEED IT

At the heart of the new TANK 500 is GWM's all-new 3.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine.

It produces an impressive:

170kW of power.

And more importantly for towing:

620Nm of torque from just 1,400–2,400rpm.

That's a serious amount of low-down torque delivered across the rev range where a tow vehicle spends much of its time working.

Whether you're pulling away with a caravan behind you, climbing a long range, overtaking or simply settling into highway cruising, that broad spread of torque has been engineered to provide strong, consistent response under load.

It's matched to GWM's own 9-speed automatic transmission, with the transmission calibration specifically optimised as part of the vehicle's heavy-load towing development.

And despite the performance, GWM quotes combined fuel consumption of just 7.1L/100km.

There's also no AdBlue required.

3,500KG TOWING – AND GWM HAS DONE MORE THAN CHANGE THE NUMBER

Maximum braked towing capacity has increased to a serious 3,500kg.

But what's particularly interesting is what GWM has done behind that number.

The new diesel TANK 500 has undergone extensive local engineering and validation, including specific development around heavy-load towing performance.

That work has included engine and transmission calibration for towing, cruise-control operation while towing and brake-controller functionality.

In other words, GWM hasn't simply increased the towing figure on the specification sheet.

It has worked on how the vehicle actually behaves with a heavy trailer behind it.

And that's exactly what matters to someone towing a large caravan, boat or trailer around Australia.

FACTORY-INTEGRATED ELECTRIC BRAKE CONTROLLER

Here's another feature serious towing buyers will appreciate.

The new diesel TANK 500 incorporates electric trailer brake-controller functionality into the vehicle itself.

That means you don't have to buy a premium SUV and then immediately start fitting an aftermarket brake controller to the dashboard before you can properly set it up for your caravan.

It's integrated into the vehicle from the factory and forms part of the TANK 500's broader towing package.

For anyone who regularly tows, that's not a gimmick.

It's exactly the sort of equipment a serious tow vehicle should have.

131 LITRES – NOW THAT'S A TOURING FUEL TANK

This is where the Vanta really separates itself.

While the Lux diesel carries a 78-litre fuel tank, the TANK 500 Vanta upgrades to a massive 131-litre long-range fuel capacity.

For someone towing across Australia, that matters.

More fuel on board means greater flexibility between fuel stops, particularly when you're travelling through regional and remote Australia or towing a caravan where fuel consumption naturally increases.

You can choose where you stop rather than having the fuel gauge make the decision for you.

Combine that 131L capacity with the diesel's official 7.1L/100km combined consumption, and GWM has clearly thought about the type of buyer this vehicle is designed for.

This is a proper long-distance touring setup straight from the factory.

BUILT FOR AUSTRALIA

Australia wasn't an afterthought in the development of this vehicle.

GWM's Australian and Chinese engineering teams conducted more than six months of local engineering and validation, with development vehicles tested across some seriously demanding Australian environments.

Testing included the Flinders Ranges, Victorian High Country and Big Desert, with development focused on ride and handling, engine and transmission calibration, towing performance, software and durability.

That's important.

Because Australian towing isn't always a short run down a flat motorway.

It's heat. Long distances. Corrugations. Steep ranges. Heavy caravans. Country roads. And thousands of km between home and wherever you're heading.

The new diesel TANK 500 has been developed with that environment firmly in mind.

SERIOUS 4WD HARDWARE

And when the caravan is unhooked and the road turns into a track, the TANK 500 hasn't forgotten what the TANK badge stands for.

The diesel features a part-time four-wheel-drive system with selectable low range, backed by something particularly impressive:

Front differential lock.

Centre differential lock.

Rear differential lock.

Having all three provides serious control over how drive is distributed when traction becomes difficult.

Whether you're tackling steep climbs, loose surfaces, mud, sand or uneven terrain, the TANK 500 has genuine body-on-frame 4WD hardware underneath all that luxury.

VANTA – BECAUSE CAPABILITY DOESN'T HAVE TO ME BASIC

This is where the TANK 500 does things differently.

You can have all that towing and off-road capability without spending your holidays sitting in a basic work-ute interior.

The Vanta sits at the premium end of the diesel TANK 500 range and brings an impressive level of comfort.

Inside you'll find Nappa leather-accented seating, with heated, ventilated and massaging front seats, plus a heated steering wheel.

Second-row passengers aren't forgotten either, with ventilated second-row seating and manual rear window shades.

There's also a Head-Up Display, power-folding third-row seats, 64-colour ambient lighting, 12-speaker premium audio system, active noise cancellation and an auto-dimming rear-view mirror.

And importantly, the diesel TANK 500 remains a genuine seven-seat SUV.

So you don't have to choose between the family, the caravan and the luxury.

NEXT-GENERATION TECHNOLOGY

The new diesel also introduces GWM's latest Coffee OS operating system.

At the centre of the cabin is a huge 14.6-inch 2K touchscreen, complemented by a 12.3-inch digital instrument display.

You get wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto, along with an upgraded 50W wireless phone charger in the Vanta.

Coffee OS also introduces over-the-air software capability and a dedicated 4WD off-road telemetry display, putting important vehicle information right in front of you when you're away from the bitumen.

It's a properly modern cabin wrapped around a serious touring platform.

THIS IS WHAT A MODERN AUSTRALIAN TOURING SUV SHOULD LOOK LIKE

The 2026 GWM TANK 500 Vanta 3.0L Diesel brings together a combination that's remarkably difficult to find.

620Nm of diesel torque.

3,500kg braked towing.

Factory-integrated electric trailer brake control.

131L long-range fuel capacity.

9-speed automatic.

Triple differential locks.

Seven seats.

And genuine luxury inside.

You could buy a large 4WD and then start building it into a touring vehicle.

Or you could start with one where GWM has already thought about the caravan, the long distances and the Australian conditions.

That's what makes this new TANK 500 so interesting.

Drive away with confidence knowing your new TANK 500 is backed by GWM's 7-year unlimited km warranty.

For vehicles sold from 1 July 2026, GWM's Service Activated Roadside Assistance can provide up to 7 years of roadside coverage, with an additional 12 months activated following eligible scheduled servicing at an authorised GWM dealership, subject to GWM's terms and conditions.

Located just 30 minutes from Ipswich or Toowoomba, we are PROUDLY LOCALLY OWNED and have been serving the Lockyer Valley and surrounding communities for over 100 years.

As an authorised GWM Dealer, we're here for much more than simply selling you a vehicle. From factory-trained servicing and genuine GWM parts and accessories to finance and ongoing support, we're here throughout your ownership journey.

Our on-site Business Manager can provide fast, personalised finance solutions for personal and business buyers, making getting into your new TANK 500 simple and stress-free.

Why the New TANK 500 Vanta Diesel Stands Out

• All-new 3.0L four-cylinder turbo diesel
• 170kW & 620Nm
• Peak torque from just 1,400–2,400rpm
• 9-speed automatic transmission
• 3,500kg maximum braked towing capacity
• Factory-integrated electric trailer brake-controller functionality
• Towing-specific transmission calibration
• Cruise-control functionality developed for towing
• Massive 131L long-range fuel capacity
• Claimed 7.1L/100km combined fuel consumption
• No AdBlue required
• Part-time 4WD with low range
• Front, centre & rear differential locks
• Australian engineering and validation program
• Genuine 7-seat configuration
• Black Vanta exterior treatment
• 19-inch black alloy wheels
• Electronic retractable side steps
• Nappa leather-accented interior
• Heated, ventilated & massaging front seats
• Ventilated second-row seats
• Heated steering wheel
• Head-Up Display
• 14.6-inch 2K infotainment display
• 12.3-inch digital instrument display
• Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
• 50W wireless phone charging
• 12-speaker premium audio
• Active noise cancellation
• Power-folding third-row seats
• 7-year unlimited km warranty

3.5-tonne towing. 620Nm. 131 litres of fuel. Factory-integrated trailer braking. Seven seats.

If your idea of a family holiday involves a big caravan and a very long road ahead, the new TANK 500 Vanta Diesel has been built with you in mind.

2026 GWM TANK 500 Vanta 3.0L Diesel – Be More TANK.

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