Verdict
At RM328,800, the seven-seat GWM Tank 500 costs RM1,088 less than the five-seat Mercedes-Benz GLC at RM329,888. The Tank brings 241 hp, 380 Nm, a 105 hp hybrid motor and a 75-litre tank, against the GLC’s 201 hp, 320 Nm, 23 hp motor and 62 litres. But its 98-litre boot is tiny beside the GLC’s 620 litres. Choose the Tank for people-carrying and stronger outputs; choose the shorter, Malaysian-assembled GLC if five seats and usable luggage space matter more.
Tank 500
Pick the GWM Tank 500 if you need seven seats, stronger 241 hp/380 Nm outputs and adaptive cruise control.
GLC
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC if you carry five people and need its far larger 620-litre boot, powered tailgate and auto parking.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Tank 500 RM328,800; Mercedes-Benz GLC RM329,888.
- Seating and boot space: Tank 500 has 7 seats and 98 litres; GLC has 5 seats and 620 litres.
- Engine output: Tank 500 makes 241 hp and 380 Nm; GLC makes 201 hp and 320 Nm.
- Hybrid motor output: Tank 500 has 105 hp and 268 Nm; GLC has 23 hp and 205 Nm.
- Dimensions: Tank 500 is 5,070 mm long and 1,905 mm tall; GLC is 4,716 mm long and 1,640 mm tall.
- Safety equipment: Tank 500 has 6 airbags; GLC has 7 airbags.
Tank 500
- Seven seats and a 75-litre fuel tank.
- 241 hp, 380 Nm and a 105 hp hybrid motor.
- Adaptive cruise control, head-up display and front-seat ventilation with massage.
- 98-litre boot versus the GLC’s 620 litres.
- Six airbags versus the GLC’s seven.
- Manual boot and no auto parking.
GLC
- 620-litre boot in a shorter 4,716-mm body.
- Seven airbags, powered boot and auto parking.
- Front-seat memory and heating.
- Five seats versus the Tank 500’s seven.
- 201 hp and 320 Nm trail the Tank 500’s 241 hp and 380 Nm.
- Passive cruise control rather than adaptive cruise control.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM328,800✓ | RM329,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with hybrid assistance | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 241 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 201 hp at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 380 Nm at 1,700 rpm✓ | 320 Nm at 1,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83 mm × 92.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 105 hp✓ | 23 hp |
| Motor Torque | 268 Nm✓ | 205 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 1.75 kWh | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Nine-speed Hydraulic Automatic Transmission | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 221 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,070 mm | 4,716 mm |
| Width | 1,934 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,905 mm | 1,640 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 98 litres | 620 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/50R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/50R20 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact RX | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's 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 | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Second Row Seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED Headlights | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| 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 & Heating |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, 50:50 Split Power Folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 8 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| 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 |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000-km High Voltage Battery Warranty | — |
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 500 & GLC for sale
Tank 500 vs GLC FAQ
Is the GWM Tank 500 or Mercedes-Benz GLC better?
The Tank 500 is better for seven-seat duties, stronger engine and motor outputs, and adaptive cruise control. The GLC is better if you need a 620-litre boot, powered tailgate, auto parking and a shorter body.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC costs RM1,088 more than the GWM Tank 500: RM329,888 versus RM328,800.
Which has more luggage space, the GWM Tank 500 or Mercedes-Benz GLC?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC has 620 litres of boot space, 522 litres more than the GWM Tank 500’s 98 litres. The Tank counters with seven seats, while the GLC has five.
