Verdict
At RM250,000, the Tank 300 undercuts the RM258,888 GLA by RM8,888 while bringing 217 hp, 380 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 75-litre tank. It is also a much bigger, 2,155-kg ladder-frame SUV, so its 4,760-mm length matters in Malaysian parking bays. The GLA is 350 kg lighter, has a 435-litre boot against 400 litres, and gives you an 8.7-second 0-100 km/h time plus a 5.6 L/100 km rating. Pick the Tank for hardware and cabin equipment; pick the Mercedes for a smaller footprint and lower running tax.
Pick the GWM Tank 300 if you want 217 hp, 380 Nm, all-wheel drive, a full-size spare tyre and ventilated massaging front seats.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLA if you want a 4,410-mm SUV with a 435-litre boot, powered hands-free tailgate and RM100 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Power: GWM Tank 300 217 hp; Mercedes-Benz GLA 161 hp.
- Torque: GWM Tank 300 380 Nm; Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 Nm.
- Driveline: GWM Tank 300 all-wheel drive; Mercedes-Benz GLA front-wheel drive.
- Length: GWM Tank 300 4,760 mm; Mercedes-Benz GLA 4,410 mm.
- Weight: GWM Tank 300 2,155 kg; Mercedes-Benz GLA 1,485 kg.
- Boot space: GWM Tank 300 400 litres; Mercedes-Benz GLA 435 litres.
Tank 300
- 217 hp and 380 Nm with all-wheel drive.
- Six-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- Ventilated massaging front seats, sunroof and 360-degree camera.
- 4,760 mm long and 2,155 kg, versus the GLA's 4,410 mm and 1,485 kg.
- 400-litre boot trails the GLA's 435 litres.
- RM440 annual road tax versus RM100.
GLA
- 435-litre boot and powered contactless tailgate.
- 8.7-second 0-100 km/h time and 5.6 L/100 km rated economy.
- Driver knee airbag, pedestrian detection and front-seat memory.
- 161 hp and 250 Nm are down on the Tank 300's 217 hp and 380 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.
- Four-year unlimited-mileage warranty is two years shorter.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM250,000✓ | RM258,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM440 | RM100✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 1,332 cc |
| Horsepower | 217 hp✓ | 161 hp |
| Torque | 380 Nm✓ | 250 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.2 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 | — | 8.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.6 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,760 mm | 4,410 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,903 mm | 1,611 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | 2,155 kg | 1,485 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 43 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 400 litres | 435 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Primacy HT | Continental EcoContact6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, 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 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (Up To 105 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| 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 | Power-adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Yes | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| 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 | Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with 10.25" Touchscreen, Voice Control, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| 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 | Powered Boot with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View |
| 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✓ | 4 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 & GLA for sale
Tank 300 vs GLA FAQ
Is the GWM Tank 300 or Mercedes-Benz GLA better?
The Tank 300 is the better fit for buyers prioritising all-wheel drive, 217 hp, 380 Nm and a six-year warranty. The GLA makes more sense for a lighter SUV with a larger 435-litre boot, quoted economy and lower RM100 road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA costs RM8,888 more than the GWM Tank 300. The gap brings the GLA's powered contactless boot, navigation, front-seat memory and 40:20:40 rear seat split, while the Tank has more power and all-wheel drive.
Which has the better safety equipment?
Both have autonomous braking, collision warning, front and rear curtain airbags and a 360-degree camera. The Tank 300 adds blind spot information and steering-correction lane keeping, while the GLA adds a driver knee airbag and pedestrian detection up to 105 km/h.
