Verdict
The RM39,800 dearer GWM Tank 500 is the bigger, more capable people carrier: it has seven seats, all-wheel drive and a 241 hp/380 Nm 2.0-litre turbo hybrid, versus the Toyota Harrier’s five seats, front-wheel drive and 175 hp/221 Nm 2.5-litre hybrid. Its 98-litre boot behind all three rows is the catch; the Harrier gives 396 litres. The Toyota also cuts annual road tax from RM439 to RM830 and adds a seventh airbag, tyre-pressure monitoring and rear cross-traffic braking. Choose the Tank for seven-seat duty and stronger low-rpm torque; choose the Harrier for a more compact five-seater with useful luggage space.
Pick the GWM Tank 500 if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive and 380 Nm from 1,700 rpm.
Pick the Toyota Harrier if five seats and a 396-litre boot matter more than seven-seat capacity and all-wheel drive.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Tank 500 RM328,800; Toyota Harrier RM289,000.
- Power and torque: GWM Tank 500 241 hp/380 Nm; Toyota Harrier 175 hp/221 Nm.
- Driveline: GWM Tank 500 all-wheel drive; Toyota Harrier front-wheel drive.
- Seating and boot: GWM Tank 500 seven seats/98 litres; Toyota Harrier five seats/396 litres.
- Size: GWM Tank 500 is 5,070 mm long with a 2,850 mm wheelbase; Toyota Harrier is 4,740 mm long with a 2,690 mm wheelbase.
- Annual road tax: GWM Tank 500 RM439; Toyota Harrier RM830.
Tank 500
- Seven seats and all-wheel drive.
- 241 hp and 380 Nm, with peak torque from 1,700 rpm.
- Powered ventilated front seats with massage, plus a 14.6-inch screen and 12 speakers.
- RM39,800 more expensive than the Harrier.
- 98-litre boot is 298 litres smaller than the Harrier’s.
- Six airbags versus the Harrier’s seven, and no listed tyre-pressure monitoring or rear cross-traffic braking.
Harrier
- 396-litre boot despite its shorter 4,740 mm body.
- RM39,800 cheaper, despite a powered tailgate with kick sensor.
- Seven airbags, tyre-pressure monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert with braking.
- Five seats versus the Tank 500’s seven.
- Front-wheel drive versus the Tank 500’s all-wheel drive.
- 175 hp and 221 Nm trail the Tank 500’s 241 hp and 380 Nm.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM328,800 | RM289,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with hybrid assistance | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing and hybrid assistance (VVT-iE on intake, VVT-i on exhaust) |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | 241 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 175 hp at 5,700 rpm |
| Torque | 380 Nm at 1,700 rpm✓ | 221 Nm at 3,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 87.5 mm × 103.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 105 hp | 118 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 268 Nm✓ | 202 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 1.75 kWh | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Nine-speed Hydraulic Automatic Transmission | — |
| Gears | 9 | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,070 mm | 4,740 mm |
| Width | 1,934 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,905 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,695 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 98 litres | 396 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/50R20 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/50R20 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact RX | Bridgestone Alenza H/L 33 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| 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, Front Side, Driver's Knee, 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 two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert with Braking |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED Headlights | Bi-LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full 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 | 12-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, 50:50 Split Power Folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Full-sized Moonroof with Electrochromic Function |
| 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, Cupholder Lights and Footwell Lights |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System | 8" Display Audio with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six speakers |
| 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 |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual | Powered with Kick Sensor |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Front and Rear Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000-km High Voltage Battery Warranty | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Hybrid Battery, Inverter and PCU |
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.
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Tank 500 vs Harrier FAQ
Is the GWM Tank 500 or Toyota Harrier better?
The Tank 500 is better for seven occupants, all-wheel drive and stronger 380 Nm torque. The Harrier is better for a five-seat household wanting a 396-litre boot, lower RM289,000 entry price and extra safety items.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Tank 500 costs RM328,800 and the Toyota Harrier costs RM289,000, so the gap is RM39,800. The Tank adds two seats, all-wheel drive, a 241 hp turbo hybrid powertrain and more equipment.
Which one has the more useful luggage area?
The Toyota Harrier has the larger quoted boot at 396 litres, against 98 litres for the seven-seat GWM Tank 500. The Tank is the choice when carrying up to seven people matters; the Harrier suits five people with more luggage.
