GWM Tank 500 Hi4-T PHEV gets Aussie tune and 220V outlet

Key takeaways

• 2026 GWM Tank 500 Hi4-T PHEV gets Australian suspension and steering tune
• Pricing held at $77,990 driveaway under May 2026 offer
• New 220V V2L outlet added to rear cargo area

GWM has rolled out its AT-1 localisation package on the 2026 GWM Tank 500 Hi4-T PHEV bringing Australia and New Zealand-specific suspension and steering calibration to the flagship plug-in hybrid 4x4. The update also adds a 220V V2L power outlet in the boot and arrives with no price change at the top of the GWM range.

What the AT-1 update brings

The AT-1 package, pronounced "At One", covers retuned dampers and revised steering calibration developed locally to improve ride composure and steering feel on Australian roads and tracks. GWM says the changes are integrated at the factory rather than fitted after the fact, making the 2026 GWM Tank 500 Hi4-T PHEV the second model in the local range to get factory ANZ tuning after the Haval H6.

A new 220V power outlet now sits in the rear cargo area, expanding the vehicle-to-load setup. Owners can run camping gear, power tools or lifestyle accessories directly from the car. With a petrol engine on board, the PHEV system keeps generating power even when the battery runs low, which is handy for remote touring.

2026 GWM Tank 500 Hi4-T PHEV pricing

GWM's current May offer trims the driveaway price to $77,990, down from the standard $79,990. The AT-1 specification applies to MY2026 vehicles built from March 2026 onwards, so check the build date or look for the 220V outlet to confirm which version is on offer. Non-AT-1 stock will sit alongside the updated version until existing inventory runs out.

Off-road specs and hardware

Underneath, the Tank 500 runs a body-on-frame ladder chassis with a torque-on-demand transfer case and low-range gearing. Drive goes through a nine-speed hybrid automatic. This is a proper 4x4 layout, not a soft-roader AWD system, which keeps it in the conversation with rivals like the Toyota LandCruiser and Ford Everest.

What's next from GWM

The smaller Tank 300 Hi4-T PHEV is tipped to be the next model in line for AT-1 tuning, with the upcoming Ora 5 compact EV and the inbound Tank 500 diesel also expected to receive local calibration. The diesel variant has been spotted testing repeatedly in Australia, suggesting it could launch with the AT-1 tune from day one.

For buyers eyeing a capable PHEV 4x4 that takes the fight to the LandCruiser, the locally tuned 2026 GWM Tank 500 Hi4-T PHEV now arrives better suited to Australian conditions, at no extra spend.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the 2026 GWM Tank 500 Hi4-T PHEV?

Pricing starts at $77,990 driveaway under GWM's May 2026 offer, with the standard driveaway price set at $79,990.

What does the GWM AT-1 package include?

The AT-1 package adds locally tuned dampers and revised steering calibration developed for Australian and New Zealand roads, plus a new 220V V2L outlet in the rear cargo area.

When does the updated Tank 500 Hi4-T PHEV arrive in Australia?

The AT-1 specification applies to MY2026 vehicles built from March 2026 onwards, with the first examples reaching local showrooms now.