Unlike Any Review Owning A TANK 300 - T minus 48hrs
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- Опубликовано: 25 июл 2024
- The TANK 300 Has only been in Australia for a few weeks now. The Journo’s have got hold of it and given their opinion, now it’s time for the owners to say what they think of this vehicle. We have owned our TANK for 48hrs now, and this is our initial thoughts. We’ll talk about the tech, on road and give a glimpse as to what we will review on the TANK next.
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I've been eagerly waiting for the Aussies to get their hands on the TANK300 for these reviews to come out...
I'm a Brit living in China, had my 2023 TANK300 2.0LT since December 2022 (2023 version has AC button row under the vents, previous versions needed to use the touch screen).
Couple of things I've noticed.
1. They screwed you on the indicators, they look like a nightmare. Chinese versions have traditional indicators, click down and up etc, with a short touch for single flashes.
2. We don't have that weird seat belt junk here.
3. 2023 Chinese models come with a 2 inch tow receiver and electrics.
4. In China it comes with AutoNavi Sat Nav, which is pretty good, but a three finger swipe across to the main driver screen moves the map to that screen, and can be controlled separately there, so you can have two map views at different scales/angles - or use the driver screen for sat nav while you have cams on the other screen.
Review is spot on. I got this to go offroad camping in Mountains and Deserts here. There is a massive growing off road scene in China, and this car was made to eat that up, half the price of a Jeep or Toyota with front and back diff locks, and out of the box decent off road capabilities.
People commenting about the tech and cameras meaning they cut corners on the body on frame, that's not true to be honest... this tech is standard in China now, its table stakes. Had this on all my Chinese cars for past 3-4 years, but the system on the TANK300 is great for wheel placement offroad. There is a Aussie translation of a Russian mechanic pulling this car apart, it's pretty good, people should check it out.
The Chinese online video community has thousands of videos of people hammering these in the craziest conditions. They are pretty tough, I know Aussies have extreme off-road conditions, but so does China - Qinghau plateau, Gobi desert, Mountain ranges like no others, it was built for them. There are some on youtube, but its mostly on BilliBilli. They also have a policy here that if the car breaks down anywhere they will come and recover you - only problem is that the car needs to be unmodified (bummer), but that neatly segues into my main reason for commenting..
I can't wait to see what you do with this car (subscribing for that)... the aftermarket here is pretty vibrant, I've got a TopFire replacement grill, upgraded Coopers to (nearly) 33" KO2s , and am looking at a suspension upgrade. Pumped to see what Aussies do with it.
The pioneers of Chinese off-road are a shop called YunLiang, they have their own version of the TANK, upgraded and covered by warranty, it's hard to get one but they sell all the same parts on their shop (they have a OME bp51 kit for the TANK alongside their own, but then there are also K-MAN and others available):
www.yunliang4x4.com/pr.jsp?_reqArgs=%7B%22args%22%3A%7B%22libId%22%3A-1%2C%22groupId%22%3A6%7D%2C%22type%22%3A34%7D
There are others selling kits for them, including TopFire (insane amounts of aftermarket kit on Taobao and JD.com)... having said that... I want the Aussie and SA companies to start building out aftermarket kit for these, ARB bumpers and baserack please, Front Runner, etc and for that, we really need these to get traction in Aus and SA, so my fingers are crossed.
I saw that Savage Tech has a full kit on their car in a video, most of that looks like some of the Body Kit Junk being sold on Taobao
The indicator is a real turn off for me when I took the Tank for a test drive more than 2 weeks ago. Now many are also complaining to confirm my experience. I hope GWM will quickly change back to the traditional indicator before Chery Jetour arrive. If Jetour drives well it may be worth considering.
@@youwiniwin8643 Chery is a different brand to GWM so what does GWM have to do with it?
@@IBOO57 Jetour is a competitor to Tank 300. Maybe better features? Time will tell.
If GWM can deliver these to Australia in volume, they will take off. Toyota has catastrophic wait times on their 4x4 range, and I think it is only going to get worse with the next gen Prado. Most dealers have a year long wait list, but suspiciously have ‘used’ vehicles with 3 figure odometer readings going for $20k over RRP. Associated people are stacking wait lists to enable this.
Australia has a history of embracing cheap and functional 4x4s too. Look at the Brumby or Suzukis.
Need your advice. Please tell me, is the tank 300 hybrid used in China? Here in Russia, I received an offer to buy a hybrid version and am trying to define which is better than classic units, cast-iron engine cylinders, an 8-speed gearbox, but with part-time 4wd system, or a full-time 4wd, but with an aluminum engine and a new 9-speed gearbox and a small hybrid (with a little fuel economi). Does it work reliably and will work 150-200 thousand?
I saw it at the dealership in passing, took a test drive and bought one on the spot! Very good NVH around town! Amazing car!!
What about NVH on the highway?
Looking to get one, any update now after having it for a while ?
Any complaints at all (build quality holding up etc)?
Your not mad Dave, you have insight, you wouldn’t be where you are without it!👍
I had a quick look at one of these today, and liked what I saw. I noticed a socket underneath which looked like trailer wiring pre-installed. A nice touch
Awesome video, subscription added. We purchased a jolion 3 months ago. So far faultless. Comfy, great to drive. If had a bit more in budget a tank would be in the garage. Value for money. Killing it.
I've driven about 50 of these at work and I hate to admit im pleasantly surprised. Which may also be a positive sign for the forthcoming Tank 500
Seriously considering this as my next car when I plan to upgrade next year, thanks for the honest review
@Dash off-road . Your Tank300 review was much better and easier to watch than the “Carsguide” etc. Keep up the good work .
Good description of the way the car was designed and the tech in it. I have the Cannon UTE and its got the same stuff my Ranger had although done in a slightly less polished way. The Tank is really cool and Im looking at one in the next year or two.
I've got a GWM 2022 Cannon, and the after-market area is still lacking. I absolutely love my Cannon
Hi from SA 🇿🇦to SA in Oz 🇦🇺 Really enjoy your TANK content
Many thanks 👌
Have seen this coming for a while and it looks the part for its price, in a few years I think gwm will earn the trust back and this will be a top seller. Keen to see the hybrid
haha about time mate u looking at these 4wd so much value do everything u want it to do hope you go to town on it it will make me buy one !
AWESOME. I have been tempted by this thing for a long while, I expect it will be compromised but if the manufacturer and aftermarket support is there its a much easier sell
Looks great, I’m looking at one to tow the bikes. Thanks for the info 👍
Subscribed 👍 Keen to see how far this goes. A few mates bought the budget model of the Cannon and so far not too bad but as with any vehicle there were the odd annoying features such as confusing shifter and not being able to adjust audio when in reverse..
This is awesome. Can't wait to see what you'll do it :D
As an unbiased shopper 2yrs ago I picked up a GWM Cannon, I drove everything and was more than happy with it for what I needed. If it's similar then yes the locker works in 2wd 😅 And you can change camera settings to only come on in reverse.
Its only the payload that bothers me about the Tank 300. But if I was buying now (knowing I really don't need the ute after all) then I would seriously look at this.
Can't wait to see what you do with it, compared to what is being done in Qld.
Is it a double-door cannon or a regular four-door one?
Agreed,,,,4 over weight men and that's it
Interesting to see how it holds Up ,mate had a great wall ute saved him a fortune on fuel ,it rarely started ,and the gearbox melted down completely at 12000km of onroad use, hopefully you have a better Run
Thanks for the unbiased Tank 300 reviews. I'd love to see a review with the tank and towing a medium sized camper similar to your POD camper. Keep up the great content.
Once I get a rear bar sorted, I’ll do a towing review 👍. Thanks for watching
Dave, the button with the "Blue Bottle - dealer description" inscribed on it is expert mode, allows you to alter drive modes.
Interesting, the 2 dealers i approached couldn't tell me what the button was for, only learnt this today in another review.
I'm really drawn to this beast.
When i first csme across this car i wanted it
.... i love the jeep wranglers but wont own one after ao many bad reviews ... so this hit the spot for me & now after a review like this.... im sold!
Not gonna lie, I dismissed this thing at first, but I have watched a few reviews on it now and I already follow an owners account on Insta and it has surprised me, I'm very interested to see how it holds up, especially with mods. The only Chinese brand I have hands on experience with is LDV as we have them for work vehicles, and despite truly painful turbo lag, and some finnicky controls, they're holding up better than the Kia's we used to have.
This car has been selling extremely well in china for over 2 years already, people do crazy 4wd drive tracks with it, well tested, i am waiting for the 500, will definitely get that one
I’ve driven the LDV and the Cannon. Night and day difference. The LDV feels like a cheap car with options sprinkled on it, the Cannon feels like a very well resolved, mature Japanese Ute. Very comfortable and quiet, well specced. The Tank is a level above that with an interior that is pushing up into BMW / Mercedes quality. With serious off road capability this is a unicorn.
I’m feeling a bit uneasy…I think this thing will do better off-road than my Prado
A Kia will do better off road than a Prado
Um yep, they are calling this the Prado KILLER! 😜
@@DASHOffRoad ….as Y62 aficionados I bet you guys are salivating at its ‘dash’…..😀
will be following with interest what you do to it
Cheers
Prado,s are overpriced and underpowered. I took one for a test drive, and it felt like a boat .
@@obs2746😂
Yeah and my Kia is a road car!😆
Best review ive seek of this car
I now have a clue what its like
Super keen to follow this build!!!
A 300 or prado or y62 modified is out of most peoples reach these days!!
Seeing this thing modified is super exciting!!
Wpuld love to see it kitted out with the works
The design is somewhat nice and rugged. The gadgets and features....mind blowing. The interior is a plus point which is on par or rather above even the G Wagon. Verdict, super impressive SUV made in China. Well, can't deny China made vehicle today because they surpassed almost every prominent and well-known car Brand and model on this planet. Good for you mate...nice red Tank!
Looking forward to seeing how it performs.
Plug the passenger belt in , had the same trouble with my forester annoying , good honest review
Great idea. Definitely following
Awesome dash keen to see how it goes
The Hilux has exactly that seat-belt chatter too. This looks pretty good. 👍🏻
subscribed, looking for further review regarding T300
Great that you are doing this type of test and review as most are very biased, cant see you selling the big Datsun though. All the Tech doesnt really interest me but if its quality mechanical made and lasts the test of time like 150,000Km plus without heaps of issues like ive seen from other non main stream brands and unfortunately main stream brands these days. Love that it has lockers and I quite like the boxy look but the carry capacity it a major concern.
Stick some felt on those belts, cost you $2 and 5mins, also get a wireless Carplay dongle, less than $100, hardly a deal breaker considering what you would pay for a competing 4WD (capability) that comes with wireless. That back door doesn't look right, other reviews show that back door closing snug. Maybe needs the strike plate adjusted. The soft indicator is the same in most case now, my 2 year old Outback has that, as do most BMWs... wait, that must be why BMWs don't use indicators!
You can turn off the auto camera on corners, if its like a Cannon (which it is based), then hit the menu button when the camera comes up and switch off AVS.
Great info, thanks 🙏
good to see someone that knows what there talking about, simple little things are fixed with half a brain
The ambient colors helps during rock crawling. Love it, it adds like 0.2 N.m torque.
I have driven a few cars from this brand , it's sub brands and also from Chery, they are making good cars with competitive pricing. Watching reviews I have noticed the bias against these cars because of the "Chinese" made mantra and how people view China rather on the genuine merits/demerits of the cars.
Your review is a breath of fresh air.
it's sub brand of GWM, not Chery.
Great video mate. Regarding your rear door, slacken the 2 screws on the striker plate and lightly tap the the latch inwards a bit, tighten again and test, and repeat until you get the correct feel when it’s closed properly.
If that works, you’re a star ⭐️
Fingers crossed mate! Just slacken the bolts enough so they are still firm enough to hold the plate but just enough to allow movement with a bit of a tap. Tighten, test and repeat as required - good luck!
@@DASHOffRoad
If you look at other cars there's a reason on the passenger side they use cloth to hold the seat belt buckle and use plastic on the drivers.
The cloth prevents that tapping when driving.
And the drivers is cheaper plastic holder as the drivers seat belt will always be worn.
3mins into your vid, I love the interior, and after seeing a couple of other reviews loving the idea, looking forward to seeing your real world comments now :)
Looks like the ZF8 auto selector, with the buttons changed tbh, do we know if this is the ZF8 auto box or not, that would be epic if it is, such a great gearbox.
I've subbed just to see what you do with this car, I looked to see if it is available in the UK but doesn't seem so yet, fingers crossed.
Thanks for the sub
Payload the only major concern then. Its basically a 4 door Jimny with tech. No good for a Family but good for a couple
吉姆尼和这个车不是一个档次
i was waiting for this!
I haven't read all the comments so not sure if it's been covered.......but with the indicator thing, on all new vehicles when you only do a half flick of the lever the indicator will blink three times then stop. In your video you were adding a half flick and also full flick before the last action had finished. Hope this helps.
Thanks for the review, I have been interested ... maybe get one in the Orange
With the cameras- wonder if shows actual colour of vehicle unlike others. The turning cameras may be good for blind spots.
Look forward to this build and review.
With the Cannon it gives you 4 different colour choices. So if it's white, black or blue your fine (the 4th is brown😅) but any other colour your out of luck. I assume the Tank will be the same.
I think I may go test one and find out for myself.
Honest review with all important details, other reviews by car journalists are just basic and lack details of what a day to day driver would like to know.
OZ company SAVAGE have already done replacement upper control arms and shocks for this Tank already..
Love it. My next car when the y62 finally gives up
Greetings from Canada 🇨🇦 , great review ! This is not available in Canada just yet but is this Tank 300 also competitive with the Toyota 4RUNNER which I own here in Canada 🇨🇦 ?
Brilliant totally into your review
Looking fwd to the content, i spent more than twice the puchase price of that Tank thingo just on upgrades to my Troopy and combined with the purchase price l coulda bought four of these, and like all 70ies my troopy is still a truck. I reckon those Tanks could really take off if they are solid and the aftermarket gets behind them, might take the hybrid for a drive when it comes out. I'll never get rid of the Troopy but hey, a Tank could be all the 4wd a lot of Aussies need hey. Modify the shit outa that thing and post away.
Great review and idea
Glad you enjoyed it
Great review👍🏽thanks✌🏽
Thanks for watching!
Great review mate…… i think you’ve sold me on one!!! I wanted a jeep wrangler but this is better !!!
I only wish you could opt out and cancel the "idiot" features in the car. Does the turning camera interrupt say google maps constantly, or does maps override it?... We test drove one and really liked it, but the indicators were a nightmare though. Hoping they have a software update.
The braking system where it picks up the rear is it not to increased pressure on the front tyres to shorten the braking distance.
Is it not a good thing.
Your first 3 minutes sums up exactly why I would never even contemplate one of these. No development whatsoever. All those hi-tech features at such a cheap price means they've cut costs everywhere else. No thanks
Ok go buy overpriced and overrated toyota that gives you 2010 technology for +50K $
@@bnarsalah_976 Your reply is exactly why I’d never buy anything from Toyota either.
@@bnarsalah_976 But the difference is, you will get top money for your used Toyota.
Electric tech isnt expensive in china, its very cheap. big name car companies just choose to charge a massive markup on it in their vehicles to trick you into thinking you are getting "luxury". GWM is just giving you what you actually paid for, rather than ripping you off.
@@bnarsalah_976 Toyota has virtually no depreciation though. So there's that
The indicators can be set to the "classic" settings. It wont bother you anymore.
Seriously pumped!!!
Swapping to 2021 Troopy? I’m in Adelaide. Even visited you shop once. Ive seen one in Mawson Lakes today around lunch time. Same color. But this is the only color I’ve seen. On the second thought 78 looks bigger and more room inside. Might even cut the roof one day.
The indicator works just like the BMW's, you tap the indicator in the same direction one more time to turn it off.
If the the tech in the tank is anything like the cannon, then I think these things might help you a bit.
- the camera turning on as you go around a corner can be turned off in the camera settings.
- the handbrake should automatically disengage when in gear and you tap the accelerator pedal.
As for the indicator, I've heard from others who has bmw that you can turn off the indicator by tapping the indicator in the same direction again and it should turn off itself after a bit. (Not too sure as I don't have a bmw)
Great info, thanks
Yes thats correct. I have a BMW and tapping in the same direction cancels the indicator
gwm produce mini with BMW in china
The camera coming on when you go slow around corners is a brilliant idea. My prado does that too, but you can disable it if you want on the prado. Especially sometimes you suddenly come up to a very tight spot and you need the camera to see if you can clear the corner or not. You should leave it on. The indicators are like that on my BMW, it sucks, but if for example you have indicated left and want to cancel them, just push down once more to the left and it will stop. At least it does on my BMW.
The car looks nice, but after seeing several videos from China of these cars and other makes not deploying airbags in a crash, breaking down many times in the first year, being repaired and still breaking down, would put me off buying one, not that I have any plans to buy one.
I think its good you are a guinea pig for future potential buyers, because then people can see if this car proves to be reliable long term.
I hope it is, but rather sceptical about its lastability and reliability.
I also hate this more tech in cars. It in my opinion is too much. My prado has more than enough tech without going over board and lots of physical buttons and switches.
Having to do nearly everything through a touch screen would just piss me right off.
OMG! You own a beemer and a prado.. you must be rich. Definitely not the target customer for Tank. Us plebs have to put up with made in China 😊
Great value for money. I'm looking forward to see the mods! get cracking! :)
Good we need more competition in the 4x4 market
Hey we have been to dash off road Adelaide and we piked up some bash plates
With all the weight you are adding, you may only be able to carry one passenger before exceeding the payload.
Exactly, he doesn't really expand on the dismal payload. Not much room for "upgrades" let alone tow anything other than a light weight Jetski.
The indicator on the right is really weird considering the Cannon UTE is on the left. I was used to the right side after Ford so would have preferred it being there, at least I wouldnt be turning the wipers on half the time when trying to indicate!!
Rear wheel leaving the road is not a malfunction. It’s a feature in this vehicle called
“Rear wheel levitation”
Looks pretty good to be honest.
haven't finish watching, but I have to say... took one for test drive yesterday and bought it right there. Only problem is, I need to wait 6 weeks for the orange colour.
You’ll love it
Keep them coming any mods planned?
Weh Tank300 was on sale in 2020. So l say it was on sale before LC 300 by over a year. Did Toyota copy tank turn then?
Great subject. I'm sceptical, so I'm going to love every bad review.
I would only use this as a car i would definitely buy one interested to see a review on the hybrid. I have had a patrol, prado, and fj cruiser in the past. I never went bush bashing. I just like the ride height and visibility of these types of vehicles. This is a game changer against all the overpriced competition. 😊
I cant imagine having those big fuel guzzling vehicles and not taking it offroad. Seems like a waste of money
@Jacobtheunwise
As a retired paramedic, in an accident, i can tell you who is still alive after the so-called gas guzzler and what you drive run into each other.
Despite all the 5 star safety ratings, there is no contest. Waste of money doesn't matter if you are dead.
@buncha5651 thats a big if bud. You could have the safest car in the world and still die from something flying through your windshield
@Jacobtheunwise
True, I went to a few like that but many more with bigger vehicles into smaller. You can roll the dice i won't. 😊
Hopefully someone does a gvm upgrade otherwise they will lose so many small family customers who want to tow the 1 - 1.5t camper.
Re: the 35's what wheel/offset was that test setup? Cheers - love the vids!
They were offset +40, but I think I’ll try +12 next
It has a bit of a Jeep Wrangler about it. Wonder if it will arrive in the UK
With the indicators staying on press the stalk again in the direction that they are already flashing.
Hi, thank you for the quick review. Would love your help in making my decision. I am looking at it for a family car/mostly as a daily and would love to take it off road once in a while. How do you think this would go as a daily family car? And have you experienced any issues with it at all? Would really appreciate your help. Thanks a lot!
Haven’t had any issues yet. The boot isn’t the biggest, but besides that it’s a great daily drive and is extremely capable OffRoad
I can’t wait for future content lad .
Furry bit of Velcro to stop the belt rattle
Do a little one on indicator and will stop after three more flashes.
Saw one roll down a steep hill. Couldnt believe how tuff this car is.
I seen that as well,it did not even break the glass or dent it !
Ditto...i saw that as well, it looked like it could be driven straight away again up that monster hill! Awesome, would love to see the damage up close, because it looked so minimal.
How was he doing that burnout at the start? Locked Diffs?
david i admire your passion for 4x4 s mh concern is how government policy could destroy our past time pushing the electric way to fast ifear they will stop manufactures from bringing in fossil fuel vehicles or make it expensive to do so ithink its time to fight this stuff or we will be in trouble
i have the GWM Canon X and i only live around the corner from you if your interested in doing stuff for the UTE
Great vid. Just subscribed. I'd love to know more about this thing. My quotes are up around $60k not sure why people are saying $51k😮. Anyway, I just love to know why petrol would tick a box for you over diesel? What am I missing here? Also, real-world figures for fuel are around 12.5/100. Is that what you're seeing? Again great vid.
Diesel = problems if you ask me
The massive amount of electronic tech the Tank appears to have is a hazard because when/if it fails in the outback we as owners are screwed.
Because the benefit of 4x4’s is that you get way further than any else. But when your 4x4 fail you you’re so far away no tow truck/flatbed/ will be able to reach/recover your 4x4.
This means that simplicity is key. The Jimny has it, the Tank doesn’t.
Hi All from South Africa , I have seen few negative Aussie Vids on the rear wheels leaving the road surface when hitting the brakes hard ,not so much on hybrid ...Any comments please ?
It’s not a big deal unless you are a journo
Interested to see how you go with Power!
I was interested in the Hybrid. The petrol motors 180kw (in the hybrid), compared to 162kw in the petrol only model. Combined with the electric motor it brings it to 258kW, pretty decent!
Also seems to be different motors, Petrol only is 967 cm³ Hybrid petrol motor is 998 cm³ ...
But alas as you mention, payload capacity of 400kg, is the killer. They don't list that on their specs and even if you could get GVM upgrade, won't affect the GCM (well not legally in Queensland) but they don't list GCM either, so guess they don't want this thing to tow as you have mentioned.
Gret vid by the way.
Waterloo Corner Road is the perfect place to test a 4x4!!!
I'd love for you to size one of these up next to a Everest as these are the 2 cars I'm looking at getting but tank is really ticking eveytbing
Also probably the best review I've seen of one!
Are the seats comfortable
when the camera comes on when you taking shot cornering is to show you how far are you so you don't scratch you mag wheels.
What happens when you have to do a full abs stop, and the rear wheels lift off the ground?
With the mods I have gone to the car, there is no chance of that happening
Is the TANK300 some copy of Isuzu Trooper 1998-2004, or is it some lookalike of something else?
Just curious would posting a video online it doing a burnout void it's 7 year warranty?
That's a different car lol
Tank 300 looks to be very capable.
But with all its features it’s just a weekend “warrior”, a poor soccer-mom’s 4x4 dream.
I think the Tank 300 will be a success, pretty close to the success of the Jimny, but not even near the failure of the new Defender.
After watching heaps of Tank 300 reviews I still think it not any were better than the Gen4 Jimny nor the 70-series Land Cruiser no matter what LC you choose.
The Tank 300 has potential, but still has a long way to go before gaining the 1st or 2nd place in the segment.
The new Nissan’s have the button to move the gears too