GWM puts a price tag on new 3.0-litre diesel versions of the P500 bakkie and Tank 500 SUV
Watch out Hilux and Ranger, GWM is targeting class-leading torque with its new 3.0-litre turbodiesel bakkie engine.
GWM has introduced a 3.0-litre turbodiesel engine for its P500 bakkie and Tank 500 SUV, with pricing starting at R724,900 for the P500 Double Cab and R849,900 for the Tank 500 SUV. These new models offer significant cost advantages over competitors, such as the Ford Ranger 3.0 V6, which starts at just over R1 million. Moreover, the P500's 3.0-litre engine is R50,000 cheaper than its previous 2.4-litre turbodiesel counterpart.
The new 3.0-litre motor boasts impressive power and torque, delivering 170kW and 620Nm, which surpasses the power output of the Toyota Hilux 2.8 GD-6 and Isuzu D-Max 3.0. With its nine-speed automatic transmission and tailored specifications for local Australian conditions, GWM's new engine promises exceptional performance, durability, and towing capability.
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