GWM has confirmed the Australian launch of the Tank 300 Hi4-T Plug-in Hybrid, with the electrified off-roader due to arrive in Q1 2026. For fleet and novated lease buyers looking to balance capability, efficiency and everyday usability, the Tank 300 Hi4-T adds a compelling new option to the growing PHEV 4×4 segment.
The Tank 300 Hi4-T builds on GWM’s proven Hi4-T hybrid architecture, already deployed across the Tank 500 and Cannon Alpha ranges. Importantly for fleets that genuinely operate off-road or tow regularly, this is not a soft-roader adaptation. The Hi4-T system retains a true mechanical four-wheel-drive layout, including a low-range transfer case and locking differentials, ensuring electrification does not come at the expense of capability.
Hybrid performance without compromising 4×4 fundamentals
At the heart of the Tank 300 Hi4-T is a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired with a 9-speed Hybrid Automatic Transmission (9HAT). The system is engineered to deliver strong low-speed torque for off-road work, smooth on-road driving and improved efficiency for daily commuting and mixed-use fleet applications.
As demonstrated in other Hi4-T models, the system can operate in electric, hybrid or petrol modes, automatically optimising energy use depending on driving conditions. For fleets, this flexibility supports lower fuel consumption in urban duty cycles while maintaining confidence when vehicles are required to operate in sand, mud, steep climbs or remote locations.
Towing, power export and real-world fleet appeal
A key headline for business users is a braked towing capacity of up to 3,000kg, making the Tank 300 Hi4-T suitable for trailers, boats and work equipment. The inclusion of Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability further broadens its use case, allowing tools, equipment or accessories to be powered directly from the vehicle — particularly valuable for regional, trade and field-service fleets.
GWM also points to the off-road credentials of the Hi4-T platform, noting that the Cannon Alpha Hi4-T remains the only PHEV to have reached the top of the challenging Beer O’Clock Hill, reinforcing the durability of the system under extreme conditions.
Expanding powertrain choice for Australian fleets
The introduction of the Tank 300 Hi4-T reflects GWM’s broader strategy of offering petrol, diesel, hybrid and plug-in hybrid options across its line-up. For fleet managers navigating emissions reduction targets, Whole-of-Life Cost modelling and driver acceptance, the Tank 300 Hi4-T presents a practical transition option — delivering electrified benefits without the operational constraints of full battery-electric vehicles.
What we know so far
- Arrival: Q1 2026
- Powertrain: 2.0-litre turbo petrol with Hi4-T plug-in hybrid system
- Transmission: 9-speed Hybrid Automatic (9HAT)
- Drivetrain: Mechanical 4WD with low range and locking differentials
- Towing: Up to 3,000kg (braked)
- Technology: Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability
Full Australian specifications, grades and pricing will be confirmed in early 2026, with expressions of interest now open. For fleets seeking a genuine off-road PHEV that aligns capability with efficiency, the Tank 300 Hi4-T is shaping up as one to watch.
