Bangkok 2025: GWM Tank 300 gets turbo-diesel engine it deserves

GWM reveals 2.4L turbo-diesel engine for Tank 300, will PH get it?

After announcing its upcoming launch a few weeks ago, GWM Thailand has officially revealed the specs of the 2025 Tank 300 turbo-diesel. Available in both 2WD and 4WD variants, the new turbo-diesel version of the Tank 300 gets the same level of capability and features as its turbo-gasoline and HEV variants.

Starting with the most important aspect, the diesel-powered Tank 300 comes with a new 2.4L four-cylinder turbo that generates 184 PS at 3600 rpm and 480 Nm of torque between 1500 – 2500 rpm. Power is then transferred to a 9-speed automatic gearbox and is available either as a RWD SUV or with a part-time 4WD system.

Like the turbo-gasoline version, the 2.4L turbo-diesel Tank 300 benefits from front and rear locking differentials, several drive modes to choose from (Normal, Sport, Eco, Mud, Sand, Snow, and 4L), Tank Turn which allows for a tighter turning radius, off-road cruise control, and the ability to wade through waters as high as 700mm.

Other exterior features present in the Tank 300 Diesel include automatic LED headlights, LED daytime running lights, 17-inch black alloy wheels, a power sunroof, LED foglights, a rear spare tire carrier, black bumpers & fenders, vertical LED taillights, and a 360-degree camera system.

Hop aboard and those familiar with the gasoline-powered Tank 300 will find a similar-looking cabin inside the diesel-driven Tank 300. These include a pair of 12.3-inch digital screens that serve as the instrument cluster and touchscreen infotainment system, a power-adjustable driver's seat, an Infinity 8-speaker sound system, Type A and Type C USB ports for the front passengers, an electronic gear shifter, steering wheel paddle shifters, and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity.

With the Tank 300 Diesel now in Thailand, we're hoping GWM Philippines brings it here soon since turbo-diesel SUVs are still popular here in the country.