Verdict
The Honda CR-V costs RM71,800 less at RM178,200, yet brings a 589-litre boot, 8.9-second 0-100 km/h claim and rated 7 L/100 km fuel use. Its 1,616 kg kerb weight is also 539 kg below the Tank 300’s. The GWM Tank 300 answers with AWD, a 217 hp/380 Nm 2.0-litre turbo engine, 75-litre tank and more lavish front seats with massage and ventilation. Pick it for its hardware and cabin kit; for daily Malaysian family use, the CR-V’s price and 189-litre larger luggage space make more sense.
Pick the GWM Tank 300 if you want AWD, 380 Nm from a 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine and powered ventilated massaging front seats, and can accept the RM250,000 price.
Pick the Honda CR-V if you want to spend RM71,800 less for a lighter hybrid SUV with a 589-litre boot, 7 L/100 km rated consumption and a powered hands-free tailgate.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Tank 300 RM250,000; Honda CR-V RM178,200.
- Engine output: Tank 300 217 hp and 380 Nm; CR-V 146 hp and 190 Nm.
- Drive and transmission: Tank 300 AWD with eight-speed automatic; CR-V FWD with eCVT automatic.
- Kerb weight: Tank 300 2,155 kg; CR-V 1,616 kg.
- Boot space: Tank 300 400 litres; CR-V 589 litres.
- Fuel tank: Tank 300 75 litres; CR-V 57 litres.
Tank 300
- AWD and eight-speed automatic
- 217 hp and 380 Nm turbo petrol engine
- Ventilated, massaging powered front seats with a 360-degree camera
- RM71,800 dearer than the CR-V
- 400-litre boot is 189 litres smaller
- 539 kg heavier than the CR-V
CR-V
- 589-litre boot and powered hands-free tailgate
- Rated 7 L/100 km fuel economy
- Five-star ASEAN NCAP rating and Honda Sensing autonomous braking
- Front-wheel drive versus the Tank 300’s AWD
- 57-litre fuel tank is 18 litres smaller
- Space-saver spare instead of a full-size spare
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM250,000 | RM178,200✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM440 | RM437✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Atkinson Cycle Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 1,993 cc |
| Horsepower | 217 hp✓ | 146 hp |
| Torque | 380 Nm✓ | 190 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 81 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 13.9 |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 181 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 335 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Eight-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Honda |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 7 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 185 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,760 mm | 4,691 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 1,866 mm |
| Height | 1,903 mm | 1,681 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,701 mm |
| Weight | 2,155 kg | 1,616 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 57 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 400 litres | 589 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Primacy HT | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtains, Front Knee Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED Headlights | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Massaging Function and Seat Ventilation | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Driver's Memory, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline and Sliding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Yes | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Yes | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 9-speaker Infinity Sound System | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button with Remote Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual | Power Boot with Hands-Free Function |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Tank 300 & CR-V for sale
Tank 300 vs CR-V FAQ
Is the GWM Tank 300 or Honda CR-V better?
The Honda CR-V is the stronger daily-family choice: it costs RM71,800 less, has a 589-litre boot and rated 7 L/100 km consumption. Choose the Tank 300 for AWD, 380 Nm and its ventilated massaging front seats.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Tank 300 costs RM250,000 and the Honda CR-V costs RM178,200, so the Tank 300 is RM71,800 more expensive.
Which has more luggage space, the Tank 300 or CR-V?
The Honda CR-V has the larger boot at 589 litres, compared with 400 litres in the GWM Tank 300. That is a 189-litre advantage for the Honda.
