THE TANK 700 Hi4-T luxury PHEV (plugin hybrid electric vehicle) SUV had its global debut on the media day of the 26th Guangzhou Auto Show. The Chinese manufacturer also showcased its new energy offerings across different brands participating in the show. Held at the China Import and Export Fair Complex on Pazhou Island of Guangzhou, China, from Nov. 17 to 26, 2023, the Guangzhou Auto Show featured more than 800 exhibitors and covered approximately 159,000 square meters of the massive complex, also used for the world-famous Canton Fair.

TANK 700 Hi4-T 3.0L 9AT PHEV

Setting a new benchmark for Chinese luxury off-road vehicles, the TANK 700 Hi4-T is a well-appointed 5-seater SUV designed for urban comfort while being highly capable off-road.

As its name suggests, it is equipped with the 3.0T Hi4-T intelligent energy management system, comprising a 3.0T V6 twinturbocharged engine and a matching P2 motor. With a combined power output of 385 kW (516 hp) and torque up to 850 Nm, its output is comparable to that of a V8 engine, achieving a zero-to-100 kph speed in 5.5 seconds.

Fitted with a 37.1-kilowatt (kW) battery, the TANK 700 Hi4-T 3.0L 9AT PHEV can travel up to 90 kilometers in pure EV mode and can be fast-charged to 80 percent in just 30 minutes.

With a wheelbase of 3.0 meters and measuring 5,110 mm in length, 2,122 mm in width, and 1,986 mm in height, the TANK 700 is substantial in proportions. It has a water-wading capability of 900 mm in standard mode, extendable by an additional 70 mm (total of 970 mm) via air suspension in water-wading mode.

Exclusively for the Guangzhou Auto Show, GWM made available a limited run of 70 units of the TANK 700, priced at CNY 700,000 (approximately P5.5 million), all of which were sold out within the first 55 seconds of availability.

PHEV offerings across different segments

At the same show, Great Wall Motor showcased a dozen of its intelligent new energy products, including the new color version and collaboration version of the Haval MengLong, the two co-creation models of the WEY GaoShan, the ShanHai Cannon performance version, the ShanHai Cannon PHEV, and the three “new catsuits” for the ORA.

Haval MengLong SUV

Based on the globally pioneering Hi4 intelligent four-wheel drive hybrid technology, the Haval brand presented the Haval MengLong and the Haval XiaoLong MAX. At the auto show, the Haval MengLong “Gangrenboqi” co-creation model was unveiled, with two new colors (Cloud and Mountain Teas, and Sunshine Gold) announced.

Presented as “The one car that can do everything,” the Haval Menglong is a 1.5-liter turbocharged PHEV that produces a combined output of 278 kW and 750 Nm of torque. It is equipped with a 27.55-kW battery, can travel 145 kilometers (kms) on pure electricity, and has a combined range of close to 1,000 km utilizing its 55-liter fuel tank.

With more than 9 million accumulated users worldwide, Haval started its new energy strategic transformation just this year. Based on one core track (new energy), two endogenous drives (technology + users), and three product categories (urban SUV, light off-road SUV, and off-road SUV), the Haval brand has completed the strategic layout of “one core, two drives, and three categories,” achieving full coverage of the various SUV categories.

WEY luxury people movers

The WEY brand is GWM’s high-end marque that focuses on premium crossovers and SUVs based on Haval models. For the show, WEY showcased its two large new energy sixseater flagship models: the GaoShan luxury MPV and the LanShan SUV.

With its unique travel first-class cabin, the dedicated platform, the spacious cabin, the aircraft carrier-level safety, and its unique electric four-wheel drive hybrid, the WEY GaoShan opens a new chapter in a unique travel era.

ORA

The ORA line is a lifestyle-centric batteryelectric vehicle (BEV) marque under the GWM umbrella. The brand has offerings in different segments and uses “Cat” as part of its unique nomenclature. Current offerings include the Good Cat (compact hatchback), the Ballet Cat (midsize hatch), the Lightning Cat (sport hatchback) and the Cherry Cat (SUV). Employing a concept that is unheard of in the Philippine market, the ORA brand adheres to the brand positioning of “loving women more” and has become a well-deserved pioneer and leader in the women’s auto racing track.

For the show, ORA created three new “cat costumes,” encouraging users to play with trend changes together and create new costumes for ORA cats.

Since May this year, ORA has achieved a sales volume of over 10,000 units for six consecutive months. It is currently available in 87 countries and regions in Europe, Southeast Asia, and other overseas markets, and has become a pioneer overseas of Chinese new energy vehicles.

ORA believes that co-creation is the most precious DNA of every model. The ORA Pretty Institute is an online portal that allows customers to express their creativity, encourages sharing, fully stimulates users’ imaginations, promotes the production of beauty, and helps intelligent solutions be realized. Three new “cat costumes” debuted at the ORA booth, encouraging users to play with trend changes together and create new costumes for ORA cats.

GWM Cannon

The GWM Cannon family made a collective appearance at the auto show, with the large high-performance luxury pickup truck ShanHai Cannon Performance Edition launching with a price tag of CNY 279,800 (approximately P2.183 million). With the concept of “bigger, stronger, more luxurious, and more fun,” it is presented as a true outdoor king and redefines the global performance luxury pickup truck.

Based on the Hi4-T off-road super-hybrid architecture, GWM Cannon is China’s first large-size high-performance hybrid pickup truck, the ShanHai Cannon PHEV. Also launched were GWM Cannon’s co-created variant as well as one for cold weather to meet the diverse vehicle needs of users.

In the Philippines, GWM likewise promotes the adoption of new energy vehicles and sustainable driving, with its initial crossover lineup featuring full hybrid electric vehicles (HEV), the Haval H6 HEV and the Haval Jolion HEV. Recognized by the Department of Energy as full hybrids, both vehicles qualify for the benefits reserved for cars that can propel themselves via electric propulsion. Moreover, these models are increasingly recognized for their generous feature offerings, as well as 5 STAR Safety ratings on the Ancap (Australia NCAP). Luxuriant Automotive Group is the authorized distributor of GWM vehicles in the country.