Plug-in hybrid SUV with spar chassis will join its diesel sibling to challenge the Toyota SW4's dominance in the luxury off-road segment
An investigation by Autoesporte magazine states that the GWM Tank 400 will be launched in Brazil in 2026, positioning itself as the automaker’s fifth new product in the domestic market this year. The SUV, structured on a stringer chassis, arrives with the mission of competing directly with established models, such as the Toyota SW4, using a strategy that combines off-road robustness, premium finish and energy efficiency.
The utility will be positioned in a niche of exclusivity, serving as a technological alternative to traditional diesel vehicles in the segment, such as the Haval H9. While it focuses on cost-effectiveness and capacity for seven occupants, the Tank 400 will prioritize technological items for the driver and the superior performance provided by the plug-in hybrid set.
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The Tank 400 uses the Hi4-T plug-in hybrid system (PHEV), which combines a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with a front electric powertrain. Together, the engines deliver 421 hp and 76,5 kgfm. With a nine-speed automatic transmission and 4×4 traction, the SUV accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds. The 37.5 kWh battery allows an electric range of approximately 70 km, according to the Inmetro standard.
Based on the Tank 300 platform, the model is 4.96 m long and has a wheelbase of 2.85 m. In the cabin, the luxury standard is reinforced by Nappa leather seats with massage, ventilation and heating functions, as well as a center console that houses a 5.4-liter mini-freezer. The technological apparatus is centered on a 15.6″ screen and the Coffee Pilot Ultra system, which uses Lidar sensors to enable level 2+ semi-autonomous driving.
With an estimated price of around R$ 400 thousand, GWM plans a double occupation in the category. The Tank 400 will act as the spearhead in technology, targeting the customer looking for differentiation and fuel economy in an urban environment, without giving up off-road capability. The Haval H9, in turn, will operate in segments such as the agro public, which is more reticent to electrification and values the robustness of the diesel set. The Tank 400 should end the brand’s calendar of novelties in 2026, expanding its portfolio of electrified products.
