Verdict
At RM328,800, the Tank 500 is RM47,727 dearer than the RM281,073 X9, but it brings all-wheel drive, a 75-litre fuel tank and a full-size spare for buyers who want an SUV-shaped seven-seater. For family hauling, the X9 makes the stronger case: its 721-litre boot dwarfs 98 litres, its 3,160-mm wheelbase is 310 mm longer, and the 94.8-kWh battery claims 535 km. Its 537-kW DC charging and air suspension further suit the MPV brief.
Tank 500
Pick the GWM Tank 500 if you need all-wheel drive, a full-size spare and the reassurance of a six-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty.
X9
Pick the Xpeng X9 if you want a lower-priced electric seven-seater with a 721-litre boot, 535 km claimed range and captain seats.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Tank 500 RM328,800; Xpeng X9 RM281,073.
- Driveline: GWM Tank 500 all-wheel drive; Xpeng X9 front-wheel drive.
- Boot space: GWM Tank 500 98 litres; Xpeng X9 721 litres.
- Wheelbase: GWM Tank 500 2,850 mm; Xpeng X9 3,160 mm.
- Airbags: GWM Tank 500 6; Xpeng X9 9.
- Energy storage: GWM Tank 500 1.75-kWh battery; Xpeng X9 94.8-kWh battery.
Tank 500
- All-wheel drive and a 75-litre fuel tank.
- Full-size spare tyre.
- Six-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty.
- 98-litre boot is 623 litres smaller than the X9's.
- Six airbags versus the X9's nine.
- No air suspension, rear-axle steering or powered sliding doors.
X9
- 535 km claimed EV range and 537-kW DC charging.
- 721-litre boot with a 3,160-mm wheelbase.
- Air suspension, rear-axle steering and powered sliding doors.
- Front-wheel drive instead of the Tank 500's all-wheel drive.
- No full-size spare tyre is listed.
- Five-year/120,000-km vehicle warranty trails the Tank 500's six-year unlimited-mileage cover.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM328,800 | RM281,073✓ |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM365✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with hybrid assistance | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 241 hp at 5,500 rpm | — |
| Torque | 380 Nm at 1,700 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 105 hp | 315 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 268 Nm | 450 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 1.75 kWh | 94.8 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | — | 535 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 537 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Nine-speed Hydraulic Automatic Transmission | — |
| Gears | 9 | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,070 mm | 5,316 mm |
| Width | 1,934 mm | 1,988 mm |
| Height | 1,905 mm | 1,785 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 3,160 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,750 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 98 litres | 721 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/50R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/50R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact RX | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Air Suspension, Rear-axle Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Integrated Second Row Seat Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Second Row Seats | Available on Second & Third Row 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 Projectors |
| 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 | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, 50:50 Split Power Folding | 14-way Second Row Individual Captain Seats with Ventilation, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row with One-touch Electric Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Triple-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Double Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Second Row, 2 USB Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 27-speaker XOpera Sound System |
| 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 Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual | Contactless Opening, 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 Surround View |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Front Doors & Rear Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 120,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000-km High Voltage Battery Warranty | 8-Year/160,000 km 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.
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Tank 500 vs X9 FAQ
Is the GWM Tank 500 or Xpeng X9 better?
The Xpeng X9 is the better family transport choice, with 721 litres of boot space, 535 km claimed range, air suspension and nine airbags. Choose the GWM Tank 500 if all-wheel drive, a full-size spare and unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Xpeng X9 costs RM47,727 less than the GWM Tank 500.
Which has the better luggage space for seven passengers?
The Xpeng X9 is decisively better for luggage, with a 721-litre boot versus 98 litres in the GWM Tank 500. That is a 623-litre advantage for the MPV.
