GWM Launches 2027 Tank 500 with Driver-Assistance and Cabin Upgrades

Great Wall Motor (GWM) has unveiled the 2027 Tank 500, a mid-size off-road SUV that gains enhanced driver-assistance features and cabin refinements over its predecessor. The updated model continues to offer buyers a choice between a plug-in hybrid electric powertrain and a conventional gasoline engine, reflecting GWM's strategy to serve both new-energy vehicle markets and regions where charging infrastructure remains limited.

The 2027 Tank 500 represents a mid-cycle refresh rather than a full redesign. GWM has focused the updates on technology and comfort — upgrading the advanced driver-assistance systems and improving interior materials and equipment. Details on specific ADAS capabilities, cabin feature changes, pricing, and official launch dates have not yet been disclosed.

The Tank 500 sits in GWM's expanding off-road lineup alongside the smaller Tank 300 and the larger Tank 700. Retaining both PHEV and gasoline variants gives the brand flexibility across markets: the plug-in hybrid appeals to Chinese buyers seeking NEV credits and lower running costs, while the gasoline option targets export customers in markets where electric charging is less accessible.

The broader trend in China's off-road SUV segment has been rapid electrification, with rivals introducing high-performance PHEV off-roaders. GWM's decision to retain a pure gasoline option for the Tank 500 is notable — it signals that the brand still sees demand for traditional powertrains in this category, particularly for overseas markets where NEV incentives do not apply and where heavy off-roading may benefit from the simpler maintenance profile of a conventional engine.

GWM has not yet released official pricing for the 2027 Tank 500, nor confirmed its on-sale timeline. More details are expected ahead of the vehicle's market debut.