Verdict
At RM250,000, the GWM Tank 300 costs RM11,112 more than the RM238,888 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan, but brings 217 hp and 380 Nm against 161 hp and 270 Nm, plus all-wheel drive. It is also far larger and heavier at 2,155 kg, so the Mercedes’ 1,385 kg kerb weight, 8.3-second 0-100 km/h time and 420-litre boot make a stronger case for city use. The Tank counters with a 75-litre tank, 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control and six-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Pick the GWM Tank 300 if you want all-wheel drive, 380 Nm, a taller five-door SUV body and richer front-seat equipment.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan if you prioritise a lighter 1,385 kg sedan, a 420-litre boot, RM70 annual road tax and Active Parking Assist.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Tank 300 RM250,000; Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan RM238,888.
- Output: GWM Tank 300 217 hp and 380 Nm; Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan 161 hp and 270 Nm.
- Driveline: GWM Tank 300 all-wheel drive; Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan front-wheel drive.
- Kerb weight: GWM Tank 300 2,155 kg; Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan 1,385 kg.
- Boot space: GWM Tank 300 400 litres; Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan 420 litres.
- Annual road tax: GWM Tank 300 RM440; Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan RM70.
Tank 300
- 217 hp, 380 Nm and all-wheel drive.
- 360-degree camera and adaptive cruise control.
- Powered, ventilated and massaging front seats; six-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- RM11,112 dearer, with RM440 annual road tax versus RM70.
- 2,155 kg kerb weight versus 1,385 kg.
- 400-litre boot is 20 litres smaller.
A-Class Sedan
- Lighter 1,385 kg kerb weight and quoted 8.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 420-litre boot and Active Parking Assist.
- Seven airbags, five-star Euro NCAP and ANCAP ratings.
- 161 hp and 270 Nm trail the Tank’s 217 hp and 380 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive instead of all-wheel drive.
- No rear air-con vents, sunroof or front foglamps.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM250,000 | RM238,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM440 | RM70✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 1,332 cc |
| Horsepower | 217 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 161 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 380 Nm at 1,800 rpm✓ | 270 Nm at 2,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 72.2 mm × 81.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | Eight-speed Automatic | 7G-DCT |
| Gears | 8 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Getrag |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 230 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,760 mm | 4,549 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 1,796 mm |
| Height | 1,903 mm | 1,446 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | 2,155 kg | 1,385 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 400 litres | 420 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 205/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 205/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Primacy HT | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Five-twin-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Five-twin-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Lowered Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Pelvis, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| 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 for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Active Brake Assist |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED Headlights | LED Reflector |
| 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 | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Yes | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger | 2 Front USB-C, 1 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| 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 | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes, Active Parking Assist |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | No |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 2 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 & A-Class Sedan for sale
Tank 300 vs A-Class Sedan FAQ
Is the GWM Tank 300 or Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan better?
The Tank 300 is better for buyers wanting all-wheel drive, more power and torque, plus a 360-degree camera and adaptive cruise control. The A-Class Sedan is better for lower road tax, a 420-litre boot, lighter weight and Active Parking Assist.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Tank 300 costs RM11,112 more than the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan. The gap also comes with a much higher annual road tax bill: RM440 versus RM70.
Which has the larger boot?
The Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan has the larger boot at 420 litres, 20 litres ahead of the GWM Tank 300’s 400 litres. Both seat five, but the Tank has five doors while the Mercedes is a four-door sedan.
