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Tank · 2026PHEVPlug-in Hybrid
500 Hi4-T
The Chinese Land Cruiser — PHEV for desert + family
Tank 500 Hi4-T: body-on-frame, mechanical 4WD with low-range and three diff locks, plus 110 km of pure EV before petrol kicks in. Officially in the UAE via Al Naboodah.
- 810
- PLANNED KM
- 408
- HP
- 6.9s
- 0-100
- 50
- kW DC
A closer look
In detail
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A clearer buying decision
Availability and regional dealers
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Your market
Egypt
Not locally available
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Confirmed markets
No confirmed regional launch yet.
Official manufacturer video
Luxury in motion
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1Through members' eyes
Tank 500 Hi4-T, as people actually see it
The photos above are the manufacturer's: studio light, retouched. These came off members' phones — in the street, in a showroom, in an owner's driveway.
Nobody has photographed this car yet.
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If it landed in your market at this price — would you buy the Tank 500 Hi4-T?
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Technical Specs
- Official range
- 950 km
- Real Range (Gulf-tested)
- 810 km
- Power
- 408 HP
- Torque
- 750 Nm
- 0-100 km/h
- 6.9 s
- Top Speed
- 180 km/h
- Battery Capacity
- 37.1 kWh
- DC Fast Charging
- 50 kW
- AC Charging
- 7 kW
- Fast-charge time (30–80%)
- 24 min
Price reference for comparison
Approximate price reference
≈ 3,033,600 EGPto ≈ 3,191,600 EGP
≈ EstimatedUpdated July 2026
This is an indicative new-model range by market and trim, not the price of a vehicle listed on EV Gulf.
An in-app alert the moment the Gulf price moves or appears.
In the Gulf
Pros and cons from Gulf-specific experience (heat · Ramadan · infrastructure)
Gulf Pros
- 110 km pure EV — daily city driving with no petrol
- Mechanical 4WD + low-range + 3 diff locks — true off-road
- Official UAE dealer (Al Naboodah) with GWM's established GCC network
- Camping/travel: up to 6 kW V2L + ~950 km total range
Watch out for
- PHEV is 5-seat only — third row deleted for the battery
- DC charging capped at 50 kW — slower than modern BEVs
- Resale value still trails Land Cruiser
What sets it apart
Verified OEM technologies that make this model stand out — from crab walk to battery swap.
6 kW V2L — run a whole campsite (coffee, lights, fridge) off the car
800 mm wading with an IP67-sealed battery — same as the petrol version
Triple mechanical diff locks with low-range — true 4x4, not e-AWD
📖 Complete Owner's Guide for Tank 500 Hi4-T
Voice commands matched to the car's actual market and language · Gulf tips · hidden hacks · ADAS · quick tasks.
Guide to charging
What to know about charging your Tank 500 Hi4-T in the Gulf.
Home charging · AC
7 kW
~ 6 hours from 0 to 100%
Ideal for overnight charging. The right Wallbox power depends on your market's electricity supply.
Size your home charger →Fast charging · DC
50 kW
Fast charging in 24 minutes
Compatibility depends on the car variant's port and the network. Check the connector and operator app before travelling; heat may reduce charging speed.
Charging cost (estimate)
≈ 146.545 EGP
Full charge at home
An estimate based on home electricity rates in your market. Public charging usually costs more but is much faster.
Explore charging stations
Open the map to verify the connector, compatibility, and status source for each station before travelling.
Open the charging map →Practical tips for Gulf drivers
EV ownership in the Gulf brings heat, Ramadan, sand and long roads. These are general practical tips; each model’s experience depends on its variant and market.
Prayer times and charging
Choose a compatible station near your destination, and check access hours and operating status in the operator app before arrival.
Ramadan
Check station occupancy in the operator app and choose a quieter time when possible.
Sand and dust
Inspect the charge port and cooling vents after dusty conditions, and follow your car’s cleaning schedule.
Cross-border travel
For trips between Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, use verified compatible chargers on your route, with a backup stop and a safe arrival reserve.
Insurance and maintenance
Compare insurance and maintenance schedules for the specific model and dealer. Prices and intervals vary between vehicles.
Battery health
estimated100%Excellent
This year's model — the pack is near full capacity.
37.1 kWh
Battery registry — method & reportsA full charge at home≈ 6 hOn a 7 kW wallbox — one overnight
The Field · Real-world
Owner experiences
Real numbers from owners — not the manufacturer's brochure.
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No Tank 500 Hi4-T listed right now
If you own one and want to sell, yours would be the first listing on the platform.
List your carAfter-sales
Parallel import — no agent
No factory-appointed agent in any market we cover. That means no factory warranty, parts ordered individually, and servicing at independent workshops. It is not a fault in the car — it is the single most important line in the buying decision.
- Agent in Egypt
- None
- Vehicle warranty
- No factory warranty
- Battery warranty
- No factory warranty
There is no factory agent in any market we cover, so there are no factory terms to publish. Any cover comes from the trader who sold the car — ask for it in writing.
Your agent & parts in
No confirmed agent for this brand in your market — regional details in the full guide.
Warranty: 6 yearsBattery: HEV/PHEV battery terms per market; KSA: 6yr/200k km vehicle + 10yr/1M km engine (first owner) + 5yr roadside
Full parts & service guideFrom owners and the community
Tank 500 Hi4-T discussions
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EV Gulf newsroom — editorial team
Latest GWM news
Chinese car · China Access
How can you get the Tank 500 Hi4-T?
We separate official dealer cars, independent-market stock, and direct China orders. Market presence does not automatically mean factory warranty or Arabic support.
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access routes
Observed local availability
Not observed yet
We have not yet verified a local launch or stock listing.
Independent importer
Awaiting local evidence
It may be in stock or inbound at an independent showroom without an official dealer. Warranty there comes from the seller, not guaranteed — exactly what our managed EV Gulf route replaces.
Import via EV Gulf
Inspection + freight + registration
We source it for you through our network of contracted partners: VIN, battery and software checked before shipping, then local registration — one contract, one invoice, instead of coordinating separate parties yourself.
Request this car through EV Gulf — inspected & registered, warranty in writingOne accountable party, one invoice →
If you buy elsewhere: Request a live video of voice languages, software version, charging port, phone-app activation and OTA, plus a written warranty naming who pays for battery, parts and labour.
How it stacks up
Ready spec cards: battery, range, charging and China list price. Share in one tap.
Tank 500 Hi4-T vs its rivals
Same body and powertrain, closest on price
- Tank 500 Hi4-TTankBattery37.1 kWh
- COMBINED RANGE
- 810 km
- DC PEAK
- 50 kW
- 0–100 KM/H
- 6.9 s
- POWER
- 408 hp
- CHINA PRICE
- —
AITO M8 EREV Ultra AWDAITOBattery53.4 kWh- COMBINED RANGE
- 1,140 km
- DC PEAK
- —
- 0–100 KM/H
- 5.2 s
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- 533 hp
- CHINA PRICE
- ¥429,800
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- 950 km
- DC PEAK
- 150 kW
- 0–100 KM/H
- 3.9 s
- POWER
- 925 hp
- CHINA PRICE
- —
Zeekr 9X Max 55ZeekrBattery55 kWh- COMBINED RANGE
- 900 km
- DC PEAK
- —
- 0–100 KM/H
- 3.9 s
- POWER
- 885 hp
- CHINA PRICE
- ¥465,900
Lynk & Co 900 2.0T ExplorerLynk & CoBattery52.38 kWh- COMBINED RANGE
- 200 km
- DC PEAK
- —
- 0–100 KM/H
- 4.3 s
- POWER
- 884 hp
- CHINA PRICE
- ¥416,900
China list price before shipping & duties · range on the stated test cycle
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