The all-new Tank 500 is now launched! Starting at 355,000 yuan, it offers three powertrain options and a 7-seat layout, featuring a rugged exterior design.

Let’s first take a look at the exterior design of the new vehicle. The front fascia of the all-new Tank 500 carries on the brand’s signature rugged styling while incorporating more luxurious details. The large vertical-slat front grille remains the focal point. The slats have been redesigned with thicker chrome trim against a blacked-out background for a more striking contrast. The central Tank logo is finished with bright chrome, boosting both recognition and a premium feel. The headlights on either side feature a square shape. Higher trims come with adaptive high and low beams and cornering assist lights, delivering a wider illumination range and better practicality for off-road driving at night. The front bumper has been restyled. Its robust cladding paired with a lower metal skid plate further enhances the off-road capability and adds to the imposing presence of the front end. The plug-in hybrid variant features a exclusive badge on the left side of the grille for clear differentiation.

Now let’s take a look at the side profile of the vehicle. The all-new Tank 500 retains the iconic boxy silhouette typical of rugged SUVs. Its overall dimensions are 5000mm in length, 1934mm in width and 1905mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2850mm. It is available in both 5-seater and 7-seater layouts. These measurements represent an ideal size for mid-to-large rugged SUVs, which not only ensures ample interior space but also avoids compromising off-road agility due to an overly large body. A sharp straight character line runs from the front to the rear of the car, paired with the indented door design to add distinct layers to the side appearance. The flared wheel arches combined with black plastic cladding enhance the off-road styling and protect the body from scratches caused by flying gravel during driving, delivering outstanding practicality. The D-pillar features the exclusive “Tank Fold” design, which has become a signature styling element of the brand. Equipped with roof rails and side steps, the vehicle boasts a more harmonious visual look and makes getting in and out of the car much easier.

Now let’s move on to the rear of the vehicle. The all-new Tank 500 still features vertically arranged taillights, a highly recognizable design. Equipped with LED light sources inside, the taillights deliver a striking lighting effect and enhance driving safety at night. The old logo on the center of the tailgate has been replaced with the letter emblem of the Tank brand, keeping up with current design trends. Model and powertrain badges are added below, creating a distinct layered look. The externally mounted spare tire is a signature element of hardcore SUVs. The spare tire cover of the new model adopts a revamped shape that blends well with the overall rear styling, retaining its rugged character without looking bulky. A metal skid plate is fitted beneath the rear bumper, paired with a concealed exhaust setup. The gasoline variant comes with dual exhaust pipes on both sides, while the plug-in hybrid version features a fully hidden exhaust design.

Step inside the vehicle, and you will see the auxiliary dashboard designed with an imperial stone balustrade motif, inspired by the steps of ancient royal palaces. The symmetrical layout is sleek and grand, exuding a strong sense of Chinese-style luxury. It is equipped with a 12.3-inch 2K full LCD instrument cluster and a 15.6-inch 2.5K floating central control screen, running on Coffee OS 3. The vehicle delivers responsive 5G connectivity, OTA updates and voice interaction. An electronic column shifter is adopted to save central control space. There is also a 5.4L car refrigerator supporting temperature adjustment from -6℃ to 50℃ for both cooling and heating, which can hold four bottles of mineral water vertically. In terms of interior space, the new car has a wheelbase of 2850 mm and is available in 5-seater and 7-seater configurations. For the 5-seater version, the rear legroom is extremely spacious, offering no sense of confinement for passengers with a height of 180 cm. The third row of the 7-seater version can comfortably accommodate adults up to 175 cm tall, perfectly catering to the travel needs of large families.

Finally, let’s take a look at the power system. The new vehicle offers three power options. The 3.0T gasoline version is equipped with a 3.0T V6 twin-turbo engine paired with a 48V mild hybrid system, delivering a maximum power of 265kW and a peak torque of 500N·m, mated with a 9AT transmission. The Hi4-T hybrid version features a 2.0T engine, a single electric motor and a 9HAT transmission, with a combined system power of 300kW and an all-electric range of 110km under the WLTC cycle. The Hi4-Z plug-in hybrid version comes with a 2.0T engine, dual electric motors and a 3-speed DHT transmission. Its combined system power reaches 645kW with a peak torque of 1195N·m. It has an all-electric range of 201km and a total driving range of 1096km under the WLTC cycle, striking a perfect balance between performance and fuel efficiency. In terms of the chassis, it adopts a front double wishbone and rear five-link independent suspension, whose tuning takes both riding comfort and off-road capability into account. Feel free to share your opinions about this model in the comments below. Thank you for your attention!