Funny thing about all the hateful comment. They come from people that couldn’t afford to buy one in the first place. If they can afford one they realised they wasted money on a hilux or new land cruiser with 30 year old technology.
got the cannon x from a hilux... value for money is just too good 10 year warranty 7 year cap service 7 year on-road service nah... not many can offer that at under 40k
Realistic review. Can't disagree with much and I own a cannon X. I bought it to tow my boat and a box trailer. It does it very well and I have no issues. It's a UTE its not a racing car I don't get the issue with doing 0-100 in a Ute. It's damn comfortable, drives well and I live rural in a very hilly area. Don't ask why this is cheap, ask why is everything else such a rip off...
GWM is about to become a ubiquitous name in the world, none more so than in Australia 🇦🇺 . They produce a quality product at an unbeatable price. The others need to watch out, esp. Toyota who unbelievably in the face of such competition keep raising their prices! Well, they and most of the others are about to find out the hard way that pride truly does come before a fall. The buyers are always the final arbiter and they are always the best judge of value for money and that's fast becoming a no - brainer! $70K for a Hilux? Tell 'em they're ďreamin'!
Exactly! I don't get the (unjustified) superior attitude of some of the Japanese brands by blatantly RAISING their prices straight in the face of their competitors! I will predict here and now that they will very quickly be forced to drop the attitude and to meet their customers in their value for money expectations!
@@Davidcallard Japanese cars rest on their laurels, arrogantly claiming that their cars are reliable than chinese EV cars 🤣🤣🤣. Recently BYD has launched Atto 3 and Seal to Japan EV industry for sales. Many Japanese badmouth BYD without their driving .
Was going to buy one of these when they first hit the market but ended up buying a Haval Jolion for the missus, then 12 months later it was my turn bought the Cannon L and love the ute...Best value and we got 2 cars cheaper than 1 Hilux or Ranger.... Best value and drives great..Go the Chinese Cars..Great review Matt....
@@westmeadboi4915 , Its great mate, so far so good. reversed into a bloody wheelie bin and put a mark on the back quarter ,metal seems a bit soft but other than that I love it... Great value..
@@myfeeling4you248 , Lucky it has a 5 star rating and it crashes pretty well. Pretty sure it is meant to crush in an accident. But all G it drives nice and fits me and my family well...
having owned my 22 x model for 6 months love it cant fault it so far . lil tip for anyone you has one .USE the voice assist it can do soooo much , from turning the A/C on to changing radio , turning the heated seats on , rolling the windows up or down to any position . and more its so good
Great review guys, good to see an unbiased review despite the brand’s reputation. The Cannon X is very easy to live with and actually quick once you learn how to manage the go pedal. 👍
Don't forget..this Ute has automation inbuilt.. which no other ute has.. for example you can say by pressing the voice activated button on the steering wheel ... ' yeah Tessa.. open passenger window'.. or ' hey Tessa I'm cold".. It will automatically powered down windows or turn on heating .. Very thought through design.. I have one and it works brilliantly..
Take it off road and you will be even more shocked, we drive it up on a mountain dirt road (off road) up to 800 meters altitude, carrying 8 paraglider Pilots, all the paragliding gear and it just goes up all the way doesn't even break a sweat. it is absolutely something I will take it any time. ford has no chance anymore. Chinese off roaders are getting just better and better
2.5 years of ownership, zero issues. Does anything I throw at it from long trips, towing..you name it. If you buy into the advertising bias, it's your loss.
After reading positive review after positive review on these GWM utes I thought it was time to check one out. First impressions, it's large to view compared to others. I then clambered in, rear seat, very spacious, not confined in any way, then passenger seat, this is anything but a ute, more saloon than ute from passenger seat prospective, finally driving seat. This just doesn't come across as a standard dual cab ute, every thing says comfort, easy reach design, my my, the interior comfort, appeal, is superior to average dual cab. Everything is so easy on the eye. I actually preferred the artificial leather of the lower models, it just was more comfy to be confined in for hours but I guess the perferated genuine leather would breath better on long hot days. Whilst I'm not after a dual cab, this would certainly be a contender for my money. Understand the positive reviews now. NB. Tried LDV also as at same dealership. There was zero comparison, the LDV is a typical dual cab, not a saloon as the GWM.
I brought a new great wall steed through the company I work for . I was offered a certain amount to buy a truck . I could of had a five year old ford or Toyota . I didn't want the hassle of a second hand one having MOTs etc so I had a great wall. I didn't have much trouble with it other than the reverse switch in the gearbox and the water in the diesel sensor in the filter. It was a 2012 year . When it went for the first MOT the inspector said that the chassis was the cleanest rust free truck he had ever had in the test centre. He said usually a ford , Toyota, Nissan are rusting out . He had a 2015 Ranger in there and it was covered in rust underneath. Only sold the truck when it was eight years old as needed a van . So there's not much wrong with a Great wall Steed except it's like going back in time for the way it drives as it can be hard work compared to modern trucks .
Yep, you can't blame the Chinese to have built a pretty damn good vehicle. It's up to the rest of the manufacturers to pic up the game but not the price.
so many people have no idea in these comments. mine has done 40k and I have driven tele track, old coach road, Bloomfield, creb track. and not a single issue lol
Had our Cannon X for over 13 months now and not one issue with it. Great car for the money, looking forward to trading up to the GWM Tank 500 when that lands next year.
Well you got my attention, any notable mods done prior, tyres, snorkel etc? Keen to read your response. Similar story below of a non recognised vehicle that was surprisingly capable. I once led a trip to the Cape including Bloomfield, Lakelands, Frenchman's & tele track with a Hyundai Terracan driven by a recently widowed 68 virgin 4WD chap following. Prior to going I insisted he had a snorkel and BFG all terrain minimal installed before tagging along. He even found a supplier of a 40mm lift, he was real keen to tag along I've got to tell ya. That Terracan surprised the hell out of highly modified 4WD owners. That Terracan in the hands of a total novice just followed us everywhere we went, the Pascoe & Wenlock deep water crossings, Nolan's Brook, he tackled and achieved everything we did BUT he did bypass gunshot as he didn't have the nerve to drop his Terracan down a vertical drop, understandably. He got such a thrill from his initial 4WD adventure he returned to Sydney and traded the Terracan on a brand smacking new 200 series, had mods installed and the headed of to do Warburton track, Canning Stock Route. Did he get the bug or what. Oh, Handy to have money, ha.
@ianweal3081 I have 2 inch lift bfgoodrich 275/7017s snorkel diff breathers and that's really it other then my full 12v system and canopy bullbar winch etc
@natebrindabella4507 but I also have owned a 105 series landcrusier (489,000km) which I was constantly doing hand brake adjustments or wheel bearings or seals you have to be constantly tinkering to keep the old girls running well. my ute is maintenance free
Great review. Put a smile on my dial. A mate of mine has a model from 2012 which various members of his family have used and abused and it's still going. I reckon this would be ok
I prefer your reviews over anyone else’s cause you guys say it as it is, but I look forward to you guys getting back into fast cars! If you can, could you guys do a full review on with the Volvo XC60 B6 or the XC 90 B6 really keen to get your thoughts on them ! You guys are the best
Part reason why GVM and LDV sell so well as they are able to supply utes not a 12 month wait a lot of tradies can't wait 12 months so they take what's available.and there starting to blow that Toyota myths of reliability because a lot owners experience has been positive
So there's a made in China chip shortage preventing vehicles from being made and made in China vehicles for export don't seem to be affected. Nothing to see here, move along.
@@theslimeylimey Most of the chip problems you allude to is manufacturing outside of china.. and if the Chinese are making chips, wouldn't you prioritize or your own countries demands first? Not all other countries are stupid like the Australian Government where they export everything ignoring their own population. I bet you voted for Scott Morrison.
@@badgesnob6239agreed. well they have improved alot over last 5 years. You are talking about the times before 2015.....so your comment makes sense fully but not that much now.
I own a Cannon X with 30000kms. I have always been a supporter of the brand until now. I went to the dealer Autostrada in Western Australia, for a service and had them look at a minor warranty issue for a delaminating park brake button, along with recalling for the headrests to be replaced. This work was booked in over a month prior to the service date. It’s been over a year and when going to book my 30000kms service I enquired again as the the park brake and it turn out that even though the dealer told me it was warranty and would be replaced they had not even ordered the part and not submitted a warranty claim to GWM/HAVAL. Not only this they did not replace the recall item on the headrests. When I approached GWM/HAVAL HQ I was told it’s my problem and they have nothing to do with it. So basically, your on your own. Ok so you might think this is a dealer/service department issue but can you imagine if this was a larger warranty issue and this was the support you expect to receive. I was going to look at a new vehicle next year and I can be sure GWM/HAVAL are off the list. Warranty support is critical to me and this seals the deal. Thanks for no support GWM/HAVAL, if warranty is important to you seriously consider other brands, as GWM/HAVAL do not provide customer support.
Lots of people like these, lots of people like rangers and toyotas, its called freedom of choice I am on my second ranger and i love it the only thing that concerns about the great wall is people are still wary of them and that may affect resale value time will tell
I love the Cannon even though I bought a Triton. It was touch and go for these two for a few months. Ranger, Hilux etc didn’t get a look in due to their ridiculous pricing. The Triton won out on availability of spare parts in out of the way places. Nothing more.
It's one thing buying a phone or an iPad that's assembled in China (by an American owned company), it's another thing buying a 40k plus car, owned by the CCP that probably comes with some complimentary listening devices...
Great review, Id love to see you load it up with some real weight and see how it performs. Many ute owners are going to be carrying a canopy, tools, fridges or just materials and that can be make or break for a real workhorse.
Finally a non biased unpaid review. Until someone drives one and compares it to other mainstream brands. People won’t understand how good these rigs are for the money.
And even better guys on the 2023 Shanhai Cannon Poer Ute, where it's interior can be had in the Cream and Blue same plush interior as the GWM Tank 500, which truly resembles the interior of a Bentley Mulsanne, seemingly like a direct copy, all wrapped in sumptuous Nappa leather, and still priced below a Ford Ranger etc. ...
I'm driving a 2014 dmax, I purchased it with 180k.on the clock... it's still perfect! I work it hard every day pulling 2 ton trade trailer. Will this budget car be the same after 10 years??
I mean if they can put a space station into space and a rover on mars…and I dunno make everything in our houses, Iam sure the Chinese can manage to build a pretty good Ute
I like how you discuss things with your mate cameraman but being a hobby photographer I really like to know what camera and then you use for this segment
Drive a cannon and a ranger back to back and then see where the price difference is. If you can’t afford a ford or Toyota it’s probably the pick… it just the “will it last” thing that haunts..
All this vehicle needs to kick the others in the bum is 4h on sealed surfaces, slight interior update get rid of the tacky silver trim on the dash and fans ,make it black! And exterior just needs a black edition and then this will kill it! I’d buy one with those simple changes
Good luck sourcing parts, the dealers can’t even get correct part codes. Can’t wait to see how many are rusted out, have delaminated plastics and falling apart in general give them 5 years max
To be honest, thats sounds like the new ranger. Know of atleast 2 ppl that have had major rust issues. SO much so Ford, on the quiet, have taken ute back, completely disassembled and started the treatment process from scratch. Yes I have test driven the ranger love it. Want one. Will just wait another 18mths for the manufacturing process to be sorted out...lol
You forget that China is the biggest car market in the world where GWM has to compete with Toyotas and Fords locally. Their cars are tried and tested in the real world before they even consider exporting them to overseas markets like Australia.
@@flex20144 I just asked you a question. I guess based on that answer we won't see you back to correct your 'Statement or Suggestion' if you are wrong.
This is a pleasant test of a family car for city and highway driving. As a test of a 4WD ute it was a dud. I was waiting right through to the end to see it taken off the road by so much as a millimetre. Not a 4WD ute test at all.
It's new, Do this review at 500,000 Km like you would a Hilux. No talk about it at 300,000Km. Then talk about it after use on a farm. But I have no doubt it makes a good mall crawler
its a 4x4 ute but no review of offroad use or things a trades person would do with it like put heavy things in it. be nice if you had some thoughts on that but its all good, there is plenty of other reviews out there. Good to hear your thoughts on how city yuppies would use the ute.
I'm seriously considering buying one . Especially now they are $5000 cheaper until the end of September. I have heard a whisper that GWM is upgrading the engine to the 2.4 from the Alfa. Is this true?
Idk about the 2.4 but what i can say is the 2L is genuinely sufficient. I got one last week and you really don't need it if you're driving at regular speed. I liked the discount more than the extra power.
"let's check it out in the interior cuz that's where my nind is blown" "so the interior is not going to knock your socks off" In Zimbabwe this car is called the P series.
I bought a SsangYong musso ultimate sept last year what a great truck, bigger than ranger, all leather ,heated and cooled seats $ 45700 on the road .way cheaper than the Big names all the tech and More, thank you SsangYong.....
Yes one of biggest gripes is the lack of gas struts aiding the bonnet & tailgate 😤 It probably costs the manufacturers $10…..add $20 to the price…..jeees 🤦
One thing I'd be endeavouring to find out is the spare parts ability for any vehicle I'm thinking of purchasing new, especially a Chinese made one. If there is a good local spare parts supply then they're probably okay but if spares need to be sourced from China or they're not available at all I'd be inclined to steer away from it. Generally dealers and after market parts stores don't stock spares for vehicles that sell in low volumes.
In my opinion if you’re on a budget good buy by if you can afford a hilux or ford then it’s obvious ! Give GWM a few years they will knock other brands out the park .
No, it's already that way now. Chinese cars shit on Korean and Japanese and are butting heads with the Germans, it's just anti-China morons who can't see it.
Perhaps “welcome to the future “ Perhaps, a bunch of Leyland P76ers Could go iether way folks! I would be givn it a while b4 jumpn on board, ee will see, i reckon, in next 2 or so years. By thaf time they may not be $$10-15k or more under the competition
Ford? Promised the best and delivered a whole new batch of mechanical issues, such as vibrating tail shafts, with owners having to return for work. Then there’s the promised F150 return, crickets chirping 😢
Ford also forgot, customer service, backing their warranty and ACCC requirement, the fact that saving $1 here and there inducing faults for their clients between 60-120k km. All just affects their reputation, future sales.... Imagine a car company that actually did everything right by the client and their product.....Man, they would be making money hand over fist, now and 10-15 yrs later...Oh what a dream I am having...lol
The real test will come when this vehicle is standing on a 2nd hand dealer's floor with north of 200000km on the odometer , will people be queuing to buy it ??
If you think they aren’t cutting costs in important areas under the skin, you just don’t really know what you’re talking about. Think about the cost of ultra high strength steel compared to mild steel for example.
@@wcrash9361 I’m not saying they use all mild. But i guarantee the percentage of ultra high strength steel (or alloy) used would be lower than say a BMW or Volvo passenger car or even a Toyota ute. This saves money but weighs more and is less safe in a crash. I’m not saying Toyota et al aren’t gouging btw. Its possible that both there is gouging going on AND the GWM is also not splurging on the same quality metals as the best out there.
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Funny thing about all the hateful comment. They come from people that couldn’t afford to buy one in the first place. If they can afford one they realised they wasted money on a hilux or new land cruiser with 30 year old technology.
got the cannon x from a hilux... value for money is just too good
10 year warranty
7 year cap service
7 year on-road service
nah... not many can offer that at under 40k
Realistic review. Can't disagree with much and I own a cannon X. I bought it to tow my boat and a box trailer. It does it very well and I have no issues. It's a UTE its not a racing car I don't get the issue with doing 0-100 in a Ute. It's damn comfortable, drives well and I live rural in a very hilly area. Don't ask why this is cheap, ask why is everything else such a rip off...
Agreed, this is priced correctly. Everyone else are stealing owners money
Hey bro how many km run on full tank
GWM is about to become a ubiquitous name in the world, none more so than in Australia 🇦🇺 . They produce a quality product at an unbeatable price. The others need to watch out, esp. Toyota who unbelievably in the face of such competition keep raising their prices! Well, they and most of the others are about to find out the hard way that pride truly does come before a fall. The buyers are always the final arbiter and they are always the best judge of value for money and that's fast becoming a no - brainer! $70K for a Hilux? Tell 'em they're ďreamin'!
Exactly! I don't get the (unjustified) superior attitude of some of the Japanese brands by blatantly RAISING their prices straight in the face of their competitors! I will predict here and now that they will very quickly be forced to drop the attitude and to meet their customers in their value for money expectations!
@@Davidcallard Japanese cars rest on their laurels, arrogantly claiming that their cars are reliable than chinese EV cars 🤣🤣🤣. Recently BYD has launched Atto 3 and Seal to Japan EV industry for sales. Many Japanese badmouth BYD without their driving .
Was going to buy one of these when they first hit the market but ended up buying a Haval Jolion for the missus, then 12 months later it was my turn bought the Cannon L and love the ute...Best value and we got 2 cars cheaper than 1 Hilux or Ranger.... Best value and drives great..Go the Chinese Cars..Great review Matt....
gday kawiman howz the ute doing mate m planning to buy one
@@westmeadboi4915 , Its great mate, so far so good. reversed into a bloody wheelie bin and put a mark on the back quarter ,metal seems a bit soft but other than that I love it... Great value..
@@AussieKawiman Soft steel dented by plastic means not much hope for you in an accident, sorry but I've seen a couple of utes worse off after a prang
@@myfeeling4you248 , Lucky it has a 5 star rating and it crashes pretty well. Pretty sure it is meant to crush in an accident. But all G it drives nice and fits me and my family well...
Now your twice as disappointed then try and sell it going forward
having owned my 22 x model for 6 months love it cant fault it so far .
lil tip for anyone you has one .USE the voice assist it can do soooo much , from turning the A/C on to changing radio , turning the heated seats on , rolling the windows up or down to any position . and more its so good
Just don't say launch missiles 😂
@@shreckm6470😂😂😂
Thanks, I have one, but I didn't know that. Thanks for sharing 👍
Great review guys, good to see an unbiased review despite the brand’s reputation. The Cannon X is very easy to live with and actually quick once you learn how to manage the go pedal. 👍
Nobody's laughing now ! Class looking motor. Better looking than Ford/Toyota which are now ridiculously priced. Deserves to lead !
Don't forget..this Ute has automation inbuilt.. which no other ute has.. for example you can say by pressing the voice activated button on the steering wheel ... ' yeah Tessa.. open passenger window'.. or ' hey Tessa I'm cold"..
It will automatically powered down windows or turn on heating ..
Very thought through design..
I have one and it works brilliantly..
Woow 😮😮
I love ❤china
Thanks for sharing.👍
Take it off road and you will be even more shocked, we drive it up on a mountain dirt road (off road) up to 800 meters altitude, carrying 8 paraglider Pilots, all the paragliding gear and it just goes up all the way doesn't even break a sweat. it is absolutely something I will take it any time. ford has no chance anymore. Chinese off roaders are getting just better and better
2.5 years of ownership, zero issues. Does anything I throw at it from long trips, towing..you name it. If you buy into the advertising bias, it's your loss.
Iam loving my canon x so is my co worker so much so he traded in his Nissan patrol and bought himself a canon x and he’s loving it 👍
I have a Black Cannon L . 5k on the clock and absolutely love it.
Great review
Everyone misses the little grab handles for kids to climb up the side steps. Great feature
After reading positive review after positive review on these GWM utes I thought it was time to check one out. First impressions, it's large to view compared to others. I then clambered in, rear seat, very spacious, not confined in any way, then passenger seat, this is anything but a ute, more saloon than ute from passenger seat prospective, finally driving seat. This just doesn't come across as a standard dual cab ute, every thing says comfort, easy reach design, my my, the interior comfort, appeal, is superior to average dual cab. Everything is so easy on the eye.
I actually preferred the artificial leather of the lower models, it just was more comfy to be confined in for hours but I guess the perferated genuine leather would breath better on long hot days.
Whilst I'm not after a dual cab, this would certainly be a contender for my money. Understand the positive reviews now.
NB. Tried LDV also as at same dealership. There was zero comparison, the LDV is a typical dual cab, not a saloon as the GWM.
I brought a new great wall steed through the company I work for . I was offered a certain amount to buy a truck . I could of had a five year old ford or Toyota . I didn't want the hassle of a second hand one having MOTs etc so I had a great wall. I didn't have much trouble with it other than the reverse switch in the gearbox and the water in the diesel sensor in the filter. It was a 2012 year . When it went for the first MOT the inspector said that the chassis was the cleanest rust free truck he had ever had in the test centre. He said usually a ford , Toyota, Nissan are rusting out . He had a 2015 Ranger in there and it was covered in rust underneath. Only sold the truck when it was eight years old as needed a van . So there's not much wrong with a Great wall Steed except it's like going back in time for the way it drives as it can be hard work compared to modern trucks .
Yep, you can't blame the Chinese to have built a pretty damn good vehicle. It's up to the rest of the manufacturers to pic up the game but not the price.
Yep, Gwm has done good job getting power out of that 2ltr unit with the ZF 8 speed transmission
so many people have no idea in these comments. mine has done 40k and I have driven tele track, old coach road, Bloomfield, creb track. and not a single issue lol
Had our Cannon X for over 13 months now and not one issue with it. Great car for the money, looking forward to trading up to the GWM Tank 500 when that lands next year.
Well you got my attention, any notable mods done prior, tyres, snorkel etc?
Keen to read your response.
Similar story below of a non recognised vehicle that was surprisingly capable.
I once led a trip to the Cape including Bloomfield, Lakelands, Frenchman's & tele track with a Hyundai Terracan driven by a recently widowed 68 virgin 4WD chap following. Prior to going I insisted he had a snorkel and BFG all terrain minimal installed before tagging along. He even found a supplier of a 40mm lift, he was real keen to tag along I've got to tell ya.
That Terracan surprised the hell out of highly modified 4WD owners. That Terracan in the hands of a total novice just followed us everywhere we went, the Pascoe & Wenlock deep water crossings, Nolan's Brook, he tackled and achieved everything we did BUT he did bypass gunshot as he didn't have the nerve to drop his Terracan down a vertical drop, understandably.
He got such a thrill from his initial 4WD adventure he returned to Sydney and traded the Terracan on a brand smacking new 200 series, had mods installed and the headed of to do Warburton track, Canning Stock Route. Did he get the bug or what.
Oh, Handy to have money, ha.
@natebrindabella4507 talk to me when you drive a modern dual cab of any manufacturer to those kms. your argument is ridiculous.
@ianweal3081 I have 2 inch lift bfgoodrich 275/7017s snorkel diff breathers and that's really it other then my full 12v system and canopy bullbar winch etc
@natebrindabella4507 but I also have owned a 105 series landcrusier (489,000km) which I was constantly doing hand brake adjustments or wheel bearings or seals you have to be constantly tinkering to keep the old girls running well. my ute is maintenance free
Great review. Put a smile on my dial. A mate of mine has a model from 2012 which various members of his family have used and abused and it's still going. I reckon this would be ok
Ya and those 2012 had asbestos in them
I prefer your reviews over anyone else’s cause you guys say it as it is, but I look forward to you guys getting back into fast cars! If you can, could you guys do a full review on with the Volvo XC60 B6 or the XC 90 B6 really keen to get your thoughts on them ! You guys are the best
Here's a review.
don't buy
@@mvubu6823 which car?
For the price I won’t be complaining about the power it’s more than enough for a lot of other things it offers
Speakers are really crap on normal radio but when you play through spotify, its great and bassie..
I like the way you guys have a realistic conversation at the end by the way
I am picking up mine next week
Part reason why GVM and LDV sell so well as they are able to supply utes not a 12 month wait a lot of tradies can't wait 12 months so they take what's available.and there starting to blow that Toyota myths of reliability because a lot owners experience has been positive
So there's a made in China chip shortage preventing vehicles from being made and made in China vehicles for export don't seem to be affected. Nothing to see here, move along.
actually gwm had massive waits for the torque on demand system like the big name brands.
@@theslimeylimey Most of the chip problems you allude to is manufacturing outside of china.. and if the Chinese are making chips, wouldn't you prioritize or your own countries demands first? Not all other countries are stupid like the Australian Government where they export everything ignoring their own population. I bet you voted for Scott Morrison.
@@theslimeylimey Taiwan != China 😉
@@cjwest9094 who cares the relationship between Taiwan and China? You don’t have to let people know that
Someone needs to do a cheap ute showdown comparison between the SsangYong, GWM and LDV please
Great review Matt as always…I agree I don’t see 30k worth extra for a competitor either
"The bitterness of poor quality remains long after. The sweetness of a low price is forgetten."
@@badgesnob6239agreed. well they have improved alot over last 5 years. You are talking about the times before 2015.....so your comment makes sense fully but not that much now.
I know, what happens when you pay top dollar and you still get a shit car, talk to the Ford Ranger owners who got lemon cars and got dumped by Ford.
@@badgesnob6239 I don't think Confucius was referring to a $30k price gap with that quote....your youtube name really says it all.
you can buy your wife a jolion or MG HS with that extra 30k
Good unbiased and funny review. Great job guys
I own a Cannon X with 30000kms. I have always been a supporter of the brand until now.
I went to the dealer Autostrada in Western Australia, for a service and had them look at a minor warranty issue for a delaminating park brake button, along with recalling for the headrests to be replaced. This work was booked in over a month prior to the service date.
It’s been over a year and when going to book my 30000kms service I enquired again as the the park brake and it turn out that even though the dealer told me it was warranty and would be replaced they had not even ordered the part and not submitted a warranty claim to GWM/HAVAL. Not only this they did not replace the recall item on the headrests. When I approached GWM/HAVAL HQ I was told it’s my problem and they have nothing to do with it. So basically, your on your own.
Ok so you might think this is a dealer/service department issue but can you imagine if this was a larger warranty issue and this was the support you expect to receive. I was going to look at a new vehicle next year and I can be sure GWM/HAVAL are off the list. Warranty support is critical to me and this seals the deal. Thanks for no support GWM/HAVAL, if warranty is important to you seriously consider other brands, as GWM/HAVAL do not provide customer support.
Yeah I agree just spend another 30 000 and get a Toyota or Mazda equivalent. Yeah right.
I quite like the look of this rig, especially with some light mods
I’d buy one of these over a 10 year old Hilux or Ranger. Spend a few grand on suspension & audio upgrade & still under $50K
I'm so glad I bought one. 2022 GWM Ute cannon, it's an awesome car to drive.
It has small quirks, but no big issues, good value for money and it can manage to do the jobs pretty well overall
Lots of people like these, lots of people like rangers and toyotas, its called freedom of choice I am on my second ranger and i love it the only thing that concerns about the great wall is people are still wary of them and that may affect resale value time will tell
I love the Cannon even though I bought a Triton. It was touch and go for these two for a few months. Ranger, Hilux etc didn’t get a look in due to their ridiculous pricing. The Triton won out on availability of spare parts in out of the way places. Nothing more.
Great review Matt. Looks a beautiful beast 😍
Anyone arguing Chinese made concerns, you may throw away your iPhone iPad now.
piss off apple products have some of the highest qc regardless of factory location. Who knows what standard these GWMs are built to.
It's one thing buying a phone or an iPad that's assembled in China (by an American owned company), it's another thing buying a 40k plus car, owned by the CCP that probably comes with some complimentary listening devices...
🙄🙄🙄
Chinese made = rubbish
and Tesla as well
Great review, Id love to see you load it up with some real weight and see how it performs. Many ute owners are going to be carrying a canopy, tools, fridges or just materials and that can be make or break for a real workhorse.
Finally a non biased unpaid review. Until someone drives one and compares it to other mainstream brands. People won’t understand how good these rigs are for the money.
Well said, humorous and witty explanation
amazing! great value and looks robust quality. thanks to the chinese to offer such a option on ute competition.
Good review, but ya get what you pay for. Like to see this thing with 150,000klm on it
Plenary of them with high kms, no issues ever been reported
love your videos mate .
Thank you!
@@CarSauce you gave it the sweet&sour sauce!
And even better guys on the 2023 Shanhai Cannon Poer Ute, where it's interior can be had in the Cream and Blue same plush interior as the GWM Tank 500, which truly resembles the interior of a Bentley Mulsanne, seemingly like a direct copy, all wrapped in sumptuous Nappa leather, and still priced below a Ford Ranger etc. ...
Just wait for the new ones its gonna blow your mind
2.0 Hybrid, 2.4 Turbo and the V6 3 liter much bigger, more lux just crazy
So they are supplying models with more power? That's cool. What I want to know most of all is how they go off-road.
@@matthalpin1981 there next ute will be a bigger game changer.
Yes, get the V6 option and throw another $10-$15K into the mix = No longer an affordable 4x4.
Best value for money !
5 years ago I could buy a Triton gsr for $37k. What happened ?
I'm driving a 2014 dmax, I purchased it with 180k.on the clock... it's still perfect!
I work it hard every day pulling 2 ton trade trailer.
Will this budget car be the same after 10 years??
I mean if they can put a space station into space and a rover on mars…and I dunno make everything in our houses, Iam sure the Chinese can manage to build a pretty good Ute
I remember during the eighty, it cost me $399 to buy a 12 inches Japanese colour TV, now yoy can buy a 30 inches HD TV with disc player,
They’re getting pretty good wraps. I’d spent an extra $15k if they increased engine and suspension product.
I like how you discuss things with your mate cameraman but being a hobby photographer I really like to know what camera and then you use for this segment
Drive a cannon and a ranger back to back and then see where the price difference is. If you can’t afford a ford or Toyota it’s probably the pick… it just the “will it last” thing that haunts..
Only cheap Charlie's buy these chinese uses....think they are saving money but NOT A GOOD INVESTMENT
I know, that's what the poor Ford owners are thinking after the engine failures are gremlins starts kicking in
That’s exactly what I think about the new ranger. They do not have a good history in reliability.
Love ur vids bro... u got a new subscriber!!... please do the haval h6 hybrid when u get ur hands on it
Nice video, do one for mahindra
Toyota and all others are playing Mannoplay game thanks China again brings more reasonable price car.
everything is all good just 1 thing i am worry about, long term parts availability
All this vehicle needs to kick the others in the bum is 4h on sealed surfaces, slight interior update get rid of the tacky silver trim on the dash and fans ,make it black! And exterior just needs a black edition and then this will kill it! I’d buy one with those simple changes
Good luck sourcing parts, the dealers can’t even get correct part codes. Can’t wait to see how many are rusted out, have delaminated plastics and falling apart in general give them 5 years max
To be honest, thats sounds like the new ranger. Know of atleast 2 ppl that have had major rust issues. SO much so Ford, on the quiet, have taken ute back, completely disassembled and started the treatment process from scratch. Yes I have test driven the ranger love it. Want one. Will just wait another 18mths for the manufacturing process to be sorted out...lol
You forget that China is the biggest car market in the world where GWM has to compete with Toyotas and Fords locally. Their cars are tried and tested in the real world before they even consider exporting them to overseas markets like Australia.
Lets all just See how they run after 4 years and 150k+ kms
We all know how Rangers run after 60000kms with their gearboxes.
Will you be back to correct your statement if they are running just fine after 4 years and 150k+ kms?
@@kspau13 lol u know the difference between Statement and a Suggestion ? Gwm owner ?
@@flex20144 I just asked you a question. I guess based on that answer we won't see you back to correct your 'Statement or Suggestion' if you are wrong.
I had a Great Wall SUV that got to 183k and 8 years.
This is a pleasant test of a family car for city and highway driving. As a test of a 4WD ute it was a dud. I was waiting right through to the end to see it taken off the road by so much as a millimetre. Not a 4WD ute test at all.
It's new, Do this review at 500,000 Km like you would a Hilux. No talk about it at 300,000Km. Then talk about it after use on a farm. But I have no doubt it makes a good mall crawler
its a 4x4 ute but no review of offroad use or things a trades person would do with it like put heavy things in it. be nice if you had some thoughts on that but its all good, there is plenty of other reviews out there. Good to hear your thoughts on how city yuppies would use the ute.
I'm seriously considering buying one . Especially now they are $5000 cheaper until the end of September. I have heard a whisper that GWM is upgrading the engine to the 2.4 from the Alfa. Is this true?
Idk about the 2.4 but what i can say is the 2L is genuinely sufficient. I got one last week and you really don't need it if you're driving at regular speed. I liked the discount more than the extra power.
I would wait for the second model of them
The order of best looking utes for me is ford ranger raptor, RAM Ute, GWM cannon lol
Funny fkrs! Loving your work fellas, keep it up!
nice GWM pick up truck 🚐⛽💰💲🛣⛈️🌜👍👍
"let's check it out in the interior cuz that's where my nind is blown"
"so the interior is not going to knock your socks off"
In Zimbabwe this car is called the P series.
Paid $39800 drive away for a new Ranger XLS in 2020 how things have changed.
Sadly most people have been trained to only see quality in German car makers. So they'll never accept this.
Why sadly? Why do you have problem with that? Buy what you like and let others do same..
Most stupid ones. Let them stick to their cars while you get the same at a reasonable price point.
Anyone who has been victims of oil leaks of AUDI and BMW for the last 10 years won't agree.
Most people who's ever owned a Merc, BMW or VW will tell you how much it costs to maintain one, especially when it gets old
What about parts availability, service and maintenance quality and pricing?
Hey @CarSauce team, can you please make a full-detail video for the Mahindra Scorpio ute. I would really appreciate it. Thanks
4x4 twin cab ute doesn’t handle at high speeds on twisty roads like a supercar.
Shocking. 😂
Hey Matt brand like Ute good you people like ford and Toyota and Nissan and Mitsubishi Ute
I bought a SsangYong musso ultimate sept last year what a great truck, bigger than ranger, all leather ,heated and cooled seats $ 45700 on the road .way cheaper than the Big names all the tech and More, thank you SsangYong.....
Yes one of biggest gripes is the lack of gas struts aiding the bonnet & tailgate 😤
It probably costs the manufacturers $10…..add $20 to the price…..jeees 🤦
Is that a holden Colorado in your profile pic?
@@Oz_Men_Life_Style yes. 2019 model 👍
bonnet/tailgate struts mean that much? How often you opening that bonnet lol?
@@kspau13 don’t you check or change your oil or top up your washer bottle? or need to get into the tray bed? lol
@@RocketRod63 you do that daily?
If they had given it 500Nm or more then they would worry the top utes but as it is it’s not good enough for towing heavy stuff 😎
Nice soft interior is fine but i dont think its going to hold up to wear and tear. Def. a ute for the city cruiser, not the weekened warrior.
“Cuuaarrrs”. Good review guys
Great review 👍. When are these Ute makers going to put stronger engines for off-road warriors ? No power=no buy 🤷🏼♂️
One thing I'd be endeavouring to find out is the spare parts ability for any vehicle I'm thinking of purchasing new, especially a Chinese made one. If there is a good local spare parts supply then they're probably okay but if spares need to be sourced from China or they're not available at all I'd be inclined to steer away from it. Generally dealers and after market parts stores don't stock spares for vehicles that sell in low volumes.
Good review
In my opinion if you’re on a budget good buy by if you can afford a hilux or ford then it’s obvious ! Give GWM a few years they will knock other brands out the park .
I remember my dad telling me in the 1980's how bad Japanese cars were. Is Chinese made going to go the same way within 20 years?
No, it's already that way now. Chinese cars shit on Korean and Japanese and are butting heads with the Germans, it's just anti-China morons who can't see it.
Thank-you for NOT calling a truck a car.
Call it a ute and not a Truck as that's what it is
Keyless entry nice until your battery dies, I'll still stick to the old standard
its got a standard key inside the fob mate
Perhaps “welcome to the future “
Perhaps, a bunch of Leyland P76ers
Could go iether way folks! I would be givn it a while b4 jumpn on board, ee will see, i reckon, in next 2 or so years. By thaf time they may not be $$10-15k or more under the competition
Hilux used to sale at $40,00!
yeah, now they're what, $60+ for a base model & around $90K for a top spec SR5? Crazy.
Would you get this or a ssangyong musso
Ford? Promised the best and delivered a whole new batch of mechanical issues, such as vibrating tail shafts, with owners having to return for work. Then there’s the promised F150 return, crickets chirping 😢
Just the rusting from inside out concerns.
What’s wrong with installing a good engine🙄!? Ford did listen to the customers on that one!
Ford forgot to install a good transmission for their customers.... for decades
Ford also forgot, customer service, backing their warranty and ACCC requirement, the fact that saving $1 here and there inducing faults for their clients between 60-120k km. All just affects their reputation, future sales.... Imagine a car company that actually did everything right by the client and their product.....Man, they would be making money hand over fist, now and 10-15 yrs later...Oh what a dream I am having...lol
It is a good engine, 400Nm is more than sufficient.
Once the Chinese utes get a V6 turbo diesel and they're still 20k cheaper then the competition they'll sell 10 times as many as they do now.
Wonder what the resale price would be around..
Have you tried saying “hey dragon” it’s similar to hey siri..
The real test will come when this vehicle is standing on a 2nd hand dealer's floor with north of 200000km on the odometer , will people be queuing to buy it ??
Trump promised you a big beautiful wall and NZ would pay for it 😂. Kidding, good honest review
What’s it like to tow a 2.5 t caravan????
My caravan is 2140 ATM and our GWM CANNON X tows it well when in sports mode
Bro really said 30k "That's like 3 really big TV's"
If you think they aren’t cutting costs in important areas under the skin, you just don’t really know what you’re talking about. Think about the cost of ultra high strength steel compared to mild steel for example.
They don’t use mild steel in the cannon so not sure where u get that idea from
They are not cutting costs your just used to being ripped off by companies skating giant profit margins
@@wcrash9361 I’m not saying they use all mild. But i guarantee the percentage of ultra high strength steel (or alloy) used would be lower than say a BMW or Volvo passenger car or even a Toyota ute. This saves money but weighs more and is less safe in a crash. I’m not saying Toyota et al aren’t gouging btw. Its possible that both there is gouging going on AND the GWM is also not splurging on the same quality metals as the best out there.
@@carsella11 not sure if you know this but they use aussie steel for their cars. They save money on labourer costs and much lower govt taxes etc
@@carsella11 Maybe the ANCAP test, which this car got 5 stars in, should be updated to account for ultra high strength steel.. lolz
This car is designed for heavy duty and off-road, why was it tried like a sedan?!
GOOD HONEST REVIEW...