GWM to bring Tank 300 diesel to Thailand, direct competition against Ford Everest

GWM Thailand has announced that the Tank 300 diesel version will soon be launched in Thailand, the official price set to be revealed on March 24.

Thailand’s SUV-D market has long been dominated by Toyota and Ford, with models like the Toyota Fortuner and Ford Everest leading the segment. 

The Ford Everest, in particular, stands out as the Tank 300’s biggest competitor, offering a similar price range and better off-roading ability.

The country’s northern region is largely covered by mountains, making light off-roading abilities very crucial.

Diesel engines, with their high torque output, are preferred in these areas. Previously, the Tank 300 was only available with its HEV model.

Image: Ford Everest

It has a 2.0L turbocharged gasoline engine delivering 244 horsepower and 380 Nm of torque, and an e-motor with 106 Ps and 268Nm.

In addition, the Thai market has a strong preference for Diesel fuel due to its pick-up culture. Toyota Hilux is still one of the most popular cars sold in Thailand. As for HEVs, it is believed to be unreliable and have high fuel consumption.

(Previous 2.0L turbocharged petrol engine (244Ps, 380Nm)

The upcoming Tank 300 diesel version is equipped with a 2.4L turbo-charged diesel 4-cylinder one, producing 181 horsepower and 480Nm of torque. 

It features a nine-speed automatic transmission and a four-wheel-drive system.

In addition, the diesel version’s official fuel consumption rate is 7.8L/100km, which is much lower than the HEV version (nearly 11.5L/100km on urban roads as reported by actual car owners).

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