SYDNEY: GWM has opened expressions of interest for its all-new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel, set to make its global debut in Australia this September as part of significant upgrades to the Tank 500 SUV and premium Cannon Alpha ute.
Developed around greater towing performance, effortless long-distance touring and enhanced off-road capability, the all-new engine delivers 170kW (231PS) of power and 620Nm of torque, an increase of 35kW (48PS) and 140Nm over the current 2.4-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder it will replace.
Paired with GWM's in-house developed nine-speed automatic transmission, it delivers smooth, responsive performance with exceptional low-end torque.
Both models offer a braked towing capacity of 3,500kg, while delivering impressive fuel efficiency of just 7.1 litres per 100km for the Tank 500 and 7.3 litres per 100km for the Cannon Alpha.
GWM’s new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel matches the largest-displacement four-cylinder turbo-diesel currently available in Australia and sets a new benchmark with class-leading torque output.
Australia's selection as the first global market to introduce the new engine highlights its growing importance within GWM's global product strategy.
As one of the company's most strategically important international markets, Australia continues to play an increasingly influential role in shaping future vehicle development, with local customer feedback directly contributing to product planning and engineering decisions.
In the Tank 500, the new powertrain complements a spacious seven-seat SUV that combines premium comfort, luxury appointments and effortless long-distance touring capability.
Ahead of the global launch, the new engine has undergone more than six months of local engineering and validation across Australia's diverse roads and environmental conditions, led by GWM Australia product engineering and vehicle dynamics manager Rob Trubiani.
Exclusive to the Tank 500 and Cannon Alpha from September, the all-new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel further strengthens GWM's expanding portfolio offering of petrol, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and diesel powertrains.
Further details on the all-new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel-powered Tank 500 and Cannon Alpha will be announced closer to launch.
