GWM TANK 500 HEV has clinched a prestigious 5-star rating in ANCAP Safety assessments, reaffirming the brand’s steadfast commitment to delivering top-notch safety across the globe.
This achievement follows the successful ANCAP rating of its predecessor, the GWM TANK 300, solidifying GWM’s reputation as a purveyor of a “five-star family” of vehicles.
Crafted with high-strength steel and featuring an advanced body structure design prioritizing safety, the GWM TANK 500 boasts L2-level driving assistance functionalities including lane-keeping, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, and front and rear cross-traffic assistance.
These features not only safeguard occupants but also prioritize the safety of fellow road users. Additionally, the vehicle comes equipped with two ISOFIX interfaces and three top tether points, ensuring the utmost safety for child passengers.
In rigorous side impact tests, the GWM TANK 500 achieved a perfect score. Impressively, it scored an outstanding 93 percent in child occupant protection, the highest ever recorded under ANCAP’s 2023-2025 protocols.
This stellar performance not only upholds GWM’s flawless track record of five-star safety ratings in Australia but also underscores the brand’s unwavering dedication to user safety on a global scale. GWM remains committed to offering worry-free travel experiences to its customers worldwide, solidifying its position as a leader in automotive safety.
Beyond its exceptional safety credentials, the GWM TANK 500 introduces a new category of luxury off-road vehicles powered by new energy sources to local markets. Its arrival in Australia marks a fresh interpretation of off-road culture for global consumers, seamlessly blending ruggedness with luxury to complement Australia’s unique off-road lifestyle.
Having already made its mark in over 30 countries and regions worldwide, with international sales surpassing 20 percent, the GWM TANK series continues to gain traction. In 2023 alone, global sales of GWM TANK exceeded 160,000 units, marking a 31 percent year-on-year increase.
Notably, the GWM TANK 300 secured the second spot in global rugged off-road vehicle sales and clinched the prestigious Australian Carsales award for “Car of the Year.”
Now, the GWM TANK 500 emerges as a high-end sensation in key off-road markets worldwide, garnering acclaim as a preferred choice for official use in numerous overseas territories.
The introduction of the GWM TANK 500 fills a crucial gap in the brand’s high-end SUV segment in Australia and represents a significant milestone in its global expansion strategy.
Its ANCAP five-star safety rating underscores GWM’s unwavering commitment to delivering safe and secure travel experiences to users worldwide, in line with the highest global safety standards.
