New GWM Tank 700 Launched In The UAE: 516hp Hybrid Power & Luxury Off-Road Capability

Great Wall Motor (GWM) has officially launched the Tank 700 in the Middle East, marking a major step in the brand’s push into the premium off-road space. The regional debut took place at the Armani Hotel in Downtown Dubai, a location chosen to match the vehicle’s bold message. This is a flagship built to take on the region’s most respected nameplates.

Under the theme “Luxury That Conquers,” GWM presented the Tank 700 as a new force in a segment dominated for decades by the Toyota Land Cruiser, Lexus LX, and Land Rover Defender. But unlike its rivals, the Tank 700 arrives with a hybrid system.

What Makes The Tank 700’s Hybrid System So Different?

The Tank 700 runs on GWM’s Hi4-T hybrid architecture, a system engineered for rugged use rather than light fuel savings. It combines a 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 with a front-mounted P2 electric motor and a 9-speed hybrid automatic transmission.

Key performance figures:

• 516 hp combined output
• 800 Nm of torque (up to 850 Nm on special editions)
• 0–100 km/h in 5.0 seconds
• 37.1 kWh battery with 90–100 km EV range

A signature feature called “No Power Fade” stores battery charge for moments of need, such as dune climbs where many hybrids lose torque. GWM claims this allows the Tank 700 to maintain full output even under extreme heat and load.

How Large And Capable Is the Tank 700 Off-Road?

The Tank 700 is bigger than many of its rivals and carries hardware usually found on purpose-built off-road vehicles.

Dimensions:

• Length: 5,090 mm
• Width: 2,061 mm
• Height: 1,952 mm
• Wheelbase: 3,000 mm

With its air suspension in raised mode, the SUV delivers:

• 282 mm ground clearance
• 970 mm wading depth
• 37.8° approach and 37.6° departure angles

Off-road hardware includes:

• Adaptive air suspension
• Disconnectable stabiliser bar
• Triple locking differentials (front, rear, centre)
• 2,500 kg towing ability

It is a luxury SUV built with the stance of a rock climber.

Why Did GWM Develop The Tank 700 Specifically For The Middle East?

The company states that the Tank 700 was shaped by the region’s needs. Engineers tested prototypes in Saudi Arabia and the UAE across peak summer months, focusing on soft sand performance and cooling reliability.

Key regional upgrades include:

• Strengthened engine and battery cooling
• Enhanced thermal control systems
• A Sand Mode calibrated to use electric torque to prevent bogging
• Arabic voice commands in Coffee OS 3

This localisation signals a strategic commitment to the Gulf market.

What Does the “Cyber-Mech” Design Offer Inside and Out?

The Tank 700 follows a bold design theme GWM calls “Cyber-Mech.” The squared body, flared arches, and 22-inch wheels give it an aggressive, futuristic profile.

Inside, the contrast is immediate. The cabin leans heavily into luxury.

Interior highlights:

• 16.2-inch infotainment screen
• 12.3-inch digital cluster
• Full head-up display
• 16-speaker Harman Kardon audio
• Nappa leather seats with massage, cooling, and heating
• Fibre-optic Starry Sky roof
• Rear electric sunshades

It is designed to feel like a premium lounge despite its off-road strength.

How Much Will the Tank 700 Cost, and What Warranty Does It Offer?

Official pricing will be revealed closer to showroom arrival. However, industry sources expect the SUV to start between AED 290,000 and AED 320,000, depending on trim.

GWM is supporting the launch with a strong warranty package:

• 6-year / 200,000 km new-vehicle warranty
• 10-year / 1,000,000 km engine and gearbox warranty for the first owner

The warranty structure is clearly aimed at building long-term confidence in the brand.

Is the Tank 700 A Serious New Player In The Luxury Off-Road Segment?

The Tank 700 blends EV-style torque with mechanical durability, creating a super-hybrid that addresses key concerns of regional drivers, heat, power loss, and range under load. It delivers strong capability while pushing comfort into luxury-car territory.

This is more than GWM’s flagship. It is a signal that Chinese carmakers are now ready to challenge, and potentially outperform, long-established rivals in one of the Middle East’s toughest and most loyal segments.

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