CS
CarSorted

GWM Cannon Alpha, Price, Specs & Review

Compare every GWM Cannon Alpha variant sold new in Australia. 7 variants, from $52,990 to $64,490 RRP. Side-by-side specs, ANCAP safety, fuel economy, towing capacity, warranty and running costs, pricing sourced from the GWM Australian website and updated weekly. This page also covers 2 previous-generation variants, kept for used-buyer research. Their prices are what those cars cost when new, not current offers.

Data checked: specs 31 Oct 2026, price 28 Oct 2026

GWM Cannon Alpha

From $52,990 RRP

Calculating...

2026 GWM Cannon Alpha Lux Diesel - image 1 of 1
Manufacturer image, for illustration only. Actual variant trim, wheels, paint and equipment may differ. See the specifications below for the exact features of this variant.
2026

GWM Cannon Alpha

Diesel · Ute · 2.4L Turbo Diesel

Data checked: specs 24 Jun 2026, price 28 Oct 2026

1 recall notice on the federal register for this carSee the notices ↓

Diesel
5 Star ANCAP 2024
5-star ANCAP safety rating. Tested 2024. The year is the ANCAP criteria the stars were earned under, and those criteria get stricter about every three years.
135kW
~$16.91/100km est. running cost
5Seats
3,500kg Tow
~$55,880

Est. drive away (VIC)

From $52,990 RRP

RRP, before on-road costs

Compare real car-loan rates

Driva is an independent finance provider, not part of CarSorted. We aren't paid for this link.

Variants

Powertrain:DieselHybridElectric

Cost to own, est.

from $308/wk in VIC

Excludes insurance: No data for this car.

Made up of, per week

  • Repayment estimate$222 (≈$962/mo)
  • Fuel$49
  • Rego + CTP$18
  • Servicing$11
  • Tyres$8
  • InsuranceNo data

Assumes $5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at an assumed 7.5% p.a. 15,000 km a year at $1.90/L diesel (the site default price). VIC rego + CTP. Estimate only, not a quote or an offer of credit.

~$55,880 drive away (est. VIC)From $52,990 RRP, excl. on-road costs. Estimate incl. VIC stamp duty, rego + CTP and est. dealer delivery. Confirm with the dealer.Stamp duty rates from State Revenue Office Victoria, current as of 29 October 2026. They change each financial year; confirm with the regulator before you sign.

Repayment estimate≈$222/wk(≈$962/mo)

$5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at an assumed 7.5% p.a. No balloon. An estimate, not financial advice, a quote or an offer of credit.

Driva is an independent finance provider, not part of CarSorted. We aren't paid for this link.

Full lease & repayment calculators

CarSorted CoDriverBeta

Quick answers about the GWM Cannon Alpha

Tap a question or ask your own.

CarSorted Score

73/100

Excellent

Based on safety, value, performance, fuel economy, technology, reliability and practicality

Safety
94
Reliability
60
Technology
84
Fuel Economy
55
Value
77
Performance
42
Practicality
72

What do you make of this score?

You are grading our grade, not the car. It is worked out from specs and our own weighting, so tell us when the weighting is off.

Be the first to weigh in.

Estimated running cost & resale value5-year modelled estimates

True Cost of Ownership (5 Years)

$6,071

per year to run

$83,344

total 5yr cost

$1.07

per kilometre

Where the 5-year total goes

Purchase$52,990
Fuel$13,190
Insurance$7,500
Servicing$2,790
Tyres$2,080
Rego$4,794

About $6,071/year to run, or $30,355 over 5 years including fuel, insurance, servicing, tyres and registration.

* Estimates based on your parameters. Fuel: each car's official consumption figure at 15,600 km a year and $1.90/L diesel. Servicing uses each manufacturer's capped-price schedule where we have it, and tyres scale with your weekly km. A guide only, not a quote.

Depreciation Analysis

48%

retained after 5 years

$25,435

estimated 5yr value

-$27,555

total depreciation

Estimated value retention: Based on your inputs the GWM Cannon Alpha is estimated to retain 48% of its value after 5 years, worth approximately $25,435.

Depreciation estimates are modelled from typical retention curves for each vehicle type, not from recorded resale data for this specific car. Actual resale values may vary significantly based on condition, mileage, service history, market conditions, and other factors. This is not financial advice.

Tyres: 265/60 R18 front, as fitted

Check tyre prices at Tyroola(opens in a new tab)

Opens a search for 265/60 R18. Tyroola is an online tyre retailer, not part of CarSorted. We aren't paid for this link.

Warranty, servicing & roadside

Warranty

7 yr

Unlimited

5yr capped servicing

$2,790

every 10,000km / 12mo

Roadside assist

7 yr

max, renewed at each dealer service

Good to know

  • Warranty transfers to the next owner (helps resale)
  • Free roadside continues only while you service on time at a dealer

Terms sourced from the manufacturer (official page), last checked 1 Nov 2026.

Warranty, servicing and roadside terms are as published by the manufacturer and can change or have conditions. Confirm current terms with the manufacturer or a dealer before purchase.

Servicing

Interval

12 months / 10,000 km

whichever comes first

First service due

6 months / 5,000 km

whichever comes first

Capped-price servicing

Yes

Scheduled cost, years 1-3

$1,445

Scheduled cost, years 1-5

$2,790

Scheduled costs from GWM's capped-price page, checked 8 Oct 2026.

Servicing and the warranty

“Properly use, maintenance, service and care for their new GWM vehicle in accordance with the specified service schedule in the service and warranty booklet (or those found on the GWM website > Owners) ... Use only recommended genuine fluids and parts. ... Keep maintenance service and inspection records with the vehicle ... [Not covered:] Any problem(s) arising from repairs performed by any person or entity other than GWM or its authorised Repairers.”
as GWM prints itGWM’s terms

Own this car? Get recall and warranty alerts

Recalls for the 2026 GWM Cannon Alpha Lux Diesel, plus a warranty reminder if you add the month.

Month bought is optional. No spam, unsubscribe anytime. By subscribing you agree to receive marketing emails. Privacy Policy

Recalls on the federal register

1 for this car · 1 for other years of the Cannon Alpha
  • ▶REC-00641026 Aug 2025Years on the notice: 2023 - 2025Due to a manufacturing defect, the Electronic Power Steering wiring harness may come into contact with the driveshaft when driving and become damaged.
    Models on the notice:
    Cannon Alpha
    Year range on the notice:
    2023 - 2025
    Variant applicability:
    All variants within this model
    Campaign:
    88255C6
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners of affected vehicles can contact their authorised Great Wall Motors (GWM) Australia dealership as soon as possible to have the work carried out, free of charge. Great Wall Motors advises that if power steering is lost or an engine shutdown occurs, the driver should pull over to a safe location, stop driving and have the vehicle towed to their nearest GWM dealership.
▶1 notice for other years of the Cannon Alpha(each prints its own year range; they do not cover this car on our record)
  • ▶REC-00651624 Dec 2025Years on the notice: 2025Due to a manufacturing defect, the shielding ring in the high voltage wiring harness may not be properly grounded.
    Models on the notice:
    Cannon Alpha PHEV
    Year range on the notice:
    2025
    Campaign:
    8825BC9
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Great Wall Motors (GWM) Australia requesting to make an appointment as soon as possible with their GWM authorised dealership to have the work carried out, free of charge.

The register does not publish whether a campaign is complete, so a listed campaign may already be fixed on your car. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au before relying on this list; a recall covers the builds the notice lists, not every car of a model.

Safety Features

39 confirmed · 22 no data
  • StandardAEB (Car‑to‑Car)
  • StandardAEB (Pedestrian)
  • StandardABS
  • StandardEBD
  • StandardEmergency Brake Assist
  • StandardAdaptive Cruise Control
  • StandardCruise Control
  • StandardPush‑Button Start
  • StandardAir Conditioning
  • StandardDrive Modes
  • StandardBlind Spot Monitor
  • StandardLane Keep Assist
  • StandardLane Departure Warning
  • StandardRear Cross Traffic Alert
  • StandardReversing Collision Avoidance
  • StandardIntersection Collision Warning
  • StandardForward Collision Warning
  • StandardPre‑Crash System
  • StandardESC
  • StandardTraction Control
  • StandardHill Hold Assist
  • StandardReversing Camera
  • Standard360° Camera
  • StandardParking Sensors (Front)
  • StandardParking Sensors (Rear)
  • StandardAdaptive Front Lighting
  • StandardAuto High Beam
  • StandardDaytime Running Lights
  • StandardFatigue Detection
  • StandardDriver Attention Monitor
  • StandardTraffic Sign Recognition
  • StandardTPMS
  • StandardSeatbelt Reminder
  • StandardAirbags (7)
  • StandardDriver Airbag
  • StandardPassenger Airbag
  • StandardCurtain Airbags
  • StandardCentre Airbag
  • StandardISOFIX

GWM Cannon Alpha by model year

2026 GWM Cannon Alpha · Cannon Alpha (2024-)

7 variants · from $52,990–$64,490

2025 GWM Cannon Alpha · Cannon Alpha (2024-)

2 variants

Full Specifications

Engine & Drivetrain10 itemsEngine Size 2.4L · Cylinders 4 · Engine Layout Inline
Engine Size2.4L
Cylinders4
Engine LayoutInline
InductionTurbo
Power135 kW
Torque480 Nm
Transmission9-Speed Automatic
Drive Type4WD
0-100 km/h10.5s
Top Speed
Is this important to you?
Dimensions & Weights10 itemsLength 5,445 mm · Width 1,991 mm · Height 1,924 mm
Length5,445 mm
Width1,991 mm
Height1,924 mm
Wheelbase3,350 mm
Ground Clearance224 mm
Turning Circle13 m
Seats5
Kerb Weight2,489 kg
GVM3,310 kg
Payload821 kg
Is this important to you?
Towing & Load4 itemsTowing (Braked) 3,500 kg · Towing (Unbraked) 750 kg · Towball Download 350 kg
Towing (Braked)3,500 kg
Towing (Unbraked)750 kg
Towball Download350 kg
GCM6,555 kg
Is this important to you?
Fuel & Economy5 itemsCombined 8.9 L/100km · City 10.2 L/100km · Highway 8.2 L/100km
Combined8.9 L/100km
City10.2 L/100km
Highway8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank78L
CO2 Emissions234 g/km
Is this important to you?
Engineering Detail4 itemsCompression Ratio 16:1 · Tare Mass 2,432 kg · Front Axle Load Limit 1,680 kg
Compression Ratio16:1
Tare Mass2,432 kg
Front Axle Load Limit1,680 kg
Rear Axle Load Limit2,250 kg
Is this important to you?
Technology & Connectivity13 itemsTouchscreen Size 12.3" · Digital Cluster Size 12.3" · Apple CarPlay
Touchscreen Size12.3"
Digital Cluster Size12.3"
Apple CarPlayYes
Android AutoYes
Wireless CarPlay/AAYes
Digital InstrumentsYes
Satellite NavigationYes
Digital Radio (DAB+)Yes
Voice RecognitionYes
BluetoothYes
Keyless EntryYes
Tyre Pressure MonitoringYes
USB InputYes

16 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

Is this important to you?
Driver Assistance & Safety12 itemsAutonomous Emergency Braking · Adaptive Cruise Control · Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency BrakingYes
Adaptive Cruise ControlYes
Cruise ControlYes
Push-Button StartYes
Air ConditioningYes
Drive ModesYes
Lane Keep AssistYes
Lane Departure WarningYes
Blind Spot MonitorYes
Rear Cross Traffic AlertYes
Traffic Sign RecognitionYes
Driver Attention MonitorYes

20 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

Is this important to you?
Cameras & Parking4 itemsReversing Camera · 360-Degree Camera · Front Parking Sensors
Reversing CameraYes
360-Degree CameraYes
Front Parking SensorsYes
Rear Parking SensorsYes

3 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

Is this important to you?
Audio System4 itemsSpeakers 8 speakers · Digital Radio (DAB+) · Bluetooth Audio
Speakers8 speakers
Premium AudioNo
Digital Radio (DAB+)Yes
Bluetooth AudioYes

1 further feature is not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover it. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks it.

Is this important to you?
Comfort & Convenience8 itemsClimate Zones 2-zone · Seat Material Synthetic leather · Dual Zone Climate
Climate Zones2-zone
Dual Zone ClimateYes
Rear Air ConYes
Front Power WindowsYes
Seat MaterialSynthetic leather
Electric Driver SeatYes
Power TailgateYes
Keyless EntryYes

40 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

Is this important to you?
Wheels, Tyres & Brakes7 itemsWheel Size 18" · Wheel Material Alloy · Tyre Setup Square setup
Wheel Size18"
Wheel MaterialAlloy
Tyre SetupSquare setup
Front Tyres265/60 R18
Rear Tyres265/60 R18
Spare WheelFull-size
Electric Park BrakeYes

3 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

Is this important to you?
Lighting & Visibility9 itemsLED Headlights · LED Daytime Running Lights · Auto High Beam
LED HeadlightsYes
LED Daytime Running LightsYes
Auto High BeamYes
LED Tail LightsYes
Automatic HeadlightsYes
Rain-Sensing WipersYes
Electric Folding MirrorsNo
Auto-Dimming Rear-View MirrorNo
Rear Privacy GlassYes

10 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

Is this important to you?
Suspension & Steering2 itemsSteering Tilt · Steering Reach
Steering TiltYes
Steering ReachYes

7 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

Is this important to you?
Off-Road Capability10 itemsGround Clearance 224mm · Approach Angle 28.5° · Departure Angle 23°
Ground Clearance224mm
Approach Angle28.5°
Departure Angle23°
Breakover Angle19°
Wading Depth800mm
Body on FrameYes
Dual Range 4WDYes
Low Range TransferYes
Rear Diff LockYes
Hill Descent ControlYes

9 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

Is this important to you?
Warranty & Servicing5 itemsNew Vehicle Warranty 7 years / Unlimited · Roadside Assistance 7 years · Capped Servicing (5yr total) $2,790
New Vehicle Warranty7 years / Unlimited
Roadside Assistance7 years
Capped Servicing (5yr total)$2,790
Service Interval10,000 km / 12 months
First Service Due6 months / 5,000 km
Is this important to you?

Towing and load

The 4WD and load hardware this variant lists, the rig calculator, the load plans and the cost to tow
Hill Descent Control
Low Range Gearing
224mm Ground Clearance
800mm Wading Depth
3500kg Towing (Braked)

Cost to tow

The real fuel/energy cost once you hitch up. Pick a trailer and trip.

Not towing
8.9 L/100km
Towing
22 L/100km
500km cost
$85 → $209
+$124 from towing

Estimate only: consumption rises as range falls; real use varies with terrain, wind and load.

Is this important to you?

Off-Road Capability

The wedges are drawn from this vehicle’s published approach, departure and breakover angles, and the water line marks its published wading depth.

800 mm224mm
Approach
28.5°
Departure
23°
Breakover
19°
KeyApproach angle (front)Departure angle (rear)Breakover angle (under body)Ground clearanceWading depth (water line)
Ground clearance 224mmWading depth 800mm
4WD hardware & driver aids
Centre diff lock
Rear diff lock
Low-range 4WD
Hill descent control

Unladen figures. Approach, departure and breakover angles and ground clearance all reduce once the vehicle is loaded with passengers, cargo or towball weight, so treat these as a best-case guide.

Manufacturer-published figures, shown as a guide. Not independently verified and may vary by variant, trim, tyre or model year. Vehicle drawings are schematic and ride-height differences are exaggerated for legibility. Confirm with the manufacturer before relying on them for off-road planning.

Is this important to you?

Price tracker

Standing price

$52,990 RRP before on-road costs

We check the manufacturer's published price regularly and record every change here.

RRP before on-road costs, as published by the manufacturer.

Overview

The 2026 GWM Cannon Alpha Lux is a modern diesel ute built for tradies and families wanting practical 4WD capability with genuine fuel economy, delivering 8.9L/100km from its 2.4-litre engine. Its standout strength is the combination of 480Nm torque for serious towing (3500kg braked), five-star ANCAP safety (tested 2024), and a seven-year warranty that undercuts traditional rivals. The key consideration is fuel consumption of 8.9L/100km, so factor in diesel's price trajectory when calculating your total cost of ownership against petrol alternatives.

Quick Insights

How this car rates on what Australian buyers care about most

Safety
5/5 ANCAPtested 2024
Running Cost
$16.91/100km
Warranty
7 years
Value
Premium

Economy & Emissions

Combined

8.9 L/100km

Cost per 100km

~$16.91

City

10.2 L/100km

Highway

8.2 L/100km

CO2 Emissions

234 g/km

Fuel Tank

78L

Est. Range

~876 km

Emission Standard

Euro 5

Autonomous and advanced safety

Driver Attention Monitor

Range in the real world

How far a tank really takes you once speed, load and towing are counted, not just the lab figure
Is this important to you?

Child seats and anchors

2+35 seats· 2 ISOFIX · 2 tether
frontITITrear
ISOFIX Top-tether Both None

ISOFIX lower anchors clip a compatible child seat straight to the car's frame, the quickest, most mistake-proof fit.

Top-tether straps stop a forward-facing seat pitching in a crash. Australian law requires a tether on every forward-facing child seat, so rear seats almost always have them.

Most 5-seat cars carry 2 ISOFIX on the outer 2nd-row seats plus tethers across the row; some 7-seaters add anchors in the third row.

Is this important to you?

Dimensions and capacity

Length

5,445 mm

Width

1991 mm

Height

1924 mm

Wheelbase

3350 mm

Kerb Weight

2489 kg

GVM

3,310 kg

Payload

821 kg

Ground Clearance

224 mm

Towing (Braked)

3,500 kg

Turning Circle

13 m

AU Licence

Car licence (C class) ✓

Built for quietness

  • Acoustic glassNo data
  • Active noise cancellationNo data
  • Taller-sidewall tyres (60)

Indicators from the manufacturer's equipment list and the car's own specification. CarSorted has not measured this car's cabin noise.

Specifications

Year

2026

Body Style

Ute

Fuel Type

Diesel

Powertrain

ICE

Transmission

9-Speed Automatic

Drive Type

4WD

Seats

5

ANCAP Rating

5/5 (2024)

Tyre & Sidewall Comparison

GWM Cannon Alpha Lux Diesel

159mm wall

265/60 R18

265mm wide · 18" rim · 775mm OD

60-profile · High profile

$610–$1,530est. fitted set of 4Mid tier

Drawn at a shared scale across the compared cars and across both ends of a staggered car, so a bigger tyre is genuinely bigger. Sidewall view shows wall height (profile); tread view shows width. Price band is an indicative fitted cost, budget brand (low) to premium brand (high), for four of the one size or for two fronts plus two rears where the car is staggered, unless a verified set price is on file. Actual prices vary by brand, retailer and fitting.

Changing tyre size?

Full calculator →

Enter a new size to see the change

Factory size (this car)

265/60R18

Geometry from nominal sizes. Ride height is the axle centre, not guard clearance. VSB14 class: 4WD goods vehicle (+50mm / -26mm); check your placard and a certifier before fitting.

Performance

2.4LI4TurboDiesel
Power135 kW / 181 hp
Torque480 Nm

How quick is it?

0-100 km/h10.5s

0-100 times as published and held in our records. Counts cover on-sale cars with a figure and refresh daily.

Technology & Connectivity

7 confirmed · 13 no data
  • StandardApple CarPlay
  • StandardAndroid Auto
  • StandardWireless CarPlay/Android Auto
  • Standard360‑Degree Camera
  • StandardDual Zone Climate
  • StandardKeyless Entry
  • StandardDigital Instruments

Audio System

Speakers

8

Body Type

Ute

Utility vehicle with open tray bed. Popular in Australia for work and lifestyle use. Available as single, extra, or dual cab.

5

Seats

3,500kg

Towing

Best For

  • Tradies
  • Towing
  • Hauling cargo
  • Off-road capability

Considerations

  • Less secure cargo area
  • Rougher ride when unloaded
  • Higher running costs

Fuel & Powertrain

Fuel Type

Diesel

What the car runs on

Powertrain

Internal Combustion

Propulsion technology

Diesel

Diesel engine. More efficient than petrol for highway driving and towing. Higher torque output.

Owner Reviews

No ownership reviews yet for the GWM Cannon Alpha.

Be the first to review

Pricing disclaimer: Displayed prices are based on the manufacturer's recommended retail price (MRRP) and estimated drive-away price, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes based on a Melbourne, VIC location. Prices may vary between states and territories. Additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers. Always confirm final pricing with your local authorised dealer.

Specifications: Vehicle specifications, features, and images are sourced from manufacturer data and may represent higher-spec variants. Standard equipment varies by variant. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision.

How corrections work

Why isn't this car for you?

One anonymous tap tells us what buyers walk away from.

What would make this page better?

One anonymous tap. We never ask for anything about you.

P-plate vehicle rules, our reading

P-plate OK in all states and territories we cover. This reads the manufacturer's power and tare mass against each state's published rule.

WA, TAS, ACT and NT have no power-based P-plate restriction in the conditions they publish.

Your state's own list overrides this reading: check it before you buy.

P-plate rules current as of 6 November 2026. Each state's rule can change and has its own list. We read the rules from the regulators and re-check them; confirm with your state before you buy.

Dealer networkP-plate OK: all states Car Licence

Official Data Sources:

The AAA's Real-World Testing Program drives each car it tests over a roughly 93 km route of public roads around Geelong and measures its fuel or energy use (and an EV's range), printed beside the lab figure.

Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may contain errors. Always verify with your dealer before purchase.

GWM Cannon Alpha: price, running costs, warranty, safety and size by grade

Every figure below is read off GWM’s Australian documents for the 7 grades on this page, and each one says which grades it covers. Running costs are estimates and carry their assumptions; anything we do not hold says so.

Price band of each powertrain

PowertrainGradesPrice band
Diesel4Priced on different bases (RRP, drive-away (VIC)), so they are not shown as one band
Plug-in hybrid2$57,490 to $64,490drive-away (VIC)
Hybrid1$64,490RRP

Diesel: Lux Diesel, Ultra Diesel, Lux 3.0L Turbo-Diesel and Vanta 3.0L Turbo-Diesel

Plug-in hybrid: Lux PHEV and Ultra PHEV

Hybrid: Ultra HEV

Fuel or energy a year, estimated

  • Diesel: about $2,160 to $2,640 a yearEstimate: 15,600 km a year, $1.90/L diesel
  • Hybrid: about $2,980 a yearEstimate: 15,600 km a year, $1.95/L petrol
  • Plug-in hybrid: about $2,400 a yearEstimate: 15,600 km a year, $1.95/L petrol, as a hybrid (battery not charged). Plugging in lowers it

Fuel or energy only. Servicing, rego, insurance and tyres are not in these figures, and your driving and prices will differ.

Warranty and servicing

New-car warranty
7yr / unlimited km
Service interval
12 months / 10,000 km · Lux Diesel, Ultra Diesel, Lux PHEV and Ultra PHEV
No data · Lux 3.0L Turbo-Diesel, Ultra HEV and Vanta 3.0L Turbo-Diesel
Capped-price servicing
Published for 7 of 7 grades.

ANCAP, by exact grade

  • 5/5 (2024) · Lux Diesel, Ultra Diesel, Lux PHEV, Ultra PHEV, Lux 3.0L Turbo-Diesel and Ultra HEV
  • No data · Vanta 3.0L Turbo-Diesel

A rating belongs to the exact variant ANCAP tested and is never carried across to a grade or a build year it does not cover. A rating older than six years is marked expired because ANCAP’s own test has moved on.

Safety recalls on the GWM Cannon Alpha

  • Due to a manufacturing defect, the shielding ring in the high voltage wiring harness may not be properly grounded.

    Published 2025-12-24. Year range on the notice: 2025. Matched to 2 of the 7 grades listed here. REC-006516 on the government register

    Reduced vehicle performance and cooling operation could increase the risk of an accident, causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.

  • Due to a manufacturing defect, the Electronic Power Steering wiring harness may come into contact with the driveshaft when driving and become damaged.

    Published 2025-08-26. Year range on the notice: 2023 - 2025. Matched to 7 of the 7 grades listed here. REC-006410 on the government register

    A sudden loss of power steering while driving and/or an engine shutdown increases the risk of an accident causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders.

Size, capacity and weights across the grades

FigureAcross the gradesGrades holding it
Length5,445 mm5 of 7
Width1,991 mm5 of 7
Height1,924 mm5 of 7
Wheelbase3,350 mm7 of 7
Ground clearance210 to 224 mm7 of 7
Kerb weight2,489 to 2,810 kg7 of 7
Fuel tank75 to 80 L7 of 7

Not yet on file for any grade on this page: boot space. Those read “No data” until we read them off a source document, rather than a guessed figure.

What GWM's spec sheet does not print

We read the document and it does not carry these figures. That is a finished question, not a gap we have not looked at.

Every GWM Cannon Alpha variant in Australia, compared

9 variants of the GWM Cannon Alpha are on sale in Australia. Tap to compare them side-by-side, then tap any variant for its full specs.

Compare all 9
Lux Diesel2026$52,990

GWM Cannon Alpha Lux Diesel

Power
135kW
Torque
480Nm
0–100
10.5s
Fuel use
8.9L/100km
Gearbox
9-Speed Automatic
Drive
4WD
Seats
5
Towing
3,500kg
ANCAP
5-star (2024)

The 2026 GWM Cannon Alpha Lux is a modern diesel ute built for tradies and families wanting practical 4WD capability with genuine fuel economy, delivering 8.9L/100km from its 2.4-litre engine. Its standout strength is the combination of 480Nm torque for serious towing (3500kg braked), five-star ANCAP safety (tested 2024), and a seven-year warranty that undercuts traditional rivals. The key consideration is fuel consumption of 8.9L/100km, so factor in diesel's price trajectory when calculating your total cost of ownership against petrol alternatives.

Configure the Lux Diesel
Ultra HEV2026$64,490

GWM Cannon Alpha Ultra HEV

Power
255kW
Torque
648Nm
Fuel use
9.8L/100km
Gearbox
9-Speed Hybrid Automatic Transmission (9HAT)
Drive
4WD
Seats
5
Towing
3,500kg
ANCAP
5-star (2024)

The 2026 GWM Cannon Alpha Ultra HEV is a hybrid dual-cab ute that suits buyers wanting lower fuel costs and reduced emissions without sacrificing practicality, offering a 2-litre engine paired with electric motors delivering 255kW and 648Nm across an 9-speed hybrid automatic. Its standout strength is exceptional efficiency at 9.8L/100km combined with serious towing capacity of 3500kg, making it genuinely economical for work and weekend adventures alike. One consideration is the 2575kg kerb weight-while this reflects the hybrid system and provides stability for towing, it's worth confirming your driveway can handle the mass if you're upgrading from a lighter vehicle.

Configure the Ultra HEV
Ultra Diesel2026POA

GWM Cannon Alpha Ultra Diesel

Power
135kW
Torque
480Nm
0–100
10.5s
Fuel use
8.9L/100km
Gearbox
9-Speed Automatic
Drive
4WD
Seats
5
Towing
3,500kg
ANCAP
5-star (2024)

The 2026 GWM Cannon Alpha Ultra Diesel is a 5-seat dual-cab style workhorse ute with a diesel engine, a 9-speed automatic and 4WD. It's priced at $57,990 drive-away, which is the manufacturer's advertised drive-away price in Victoria. It can carry a payload of 760kg. Braked towing is rated at 3,500kg, with a towball download of 350kg. Fuel use is 8.9L/100km on the combined cycle, and the claimed 0-100km/h time of 10.5 seconds won't excite anyone, so it suits buyers who care more about hauling and towing than quick getaways.

Configure the Ultra Diesel
Lux PHEV2026POA

GWM Cannon Alpha Lux PHEV

Power
300kW
Torque
750Nm
0–100
6.3s
Fuel use
1.7L/100km
EV range
100km
Gearbox
9-Speed Hybrid Automatic
Drive
4WD
Seats
5
Towing
3,500kg
ANCAP
5-star (2024)

The 2026 GWM Cannon Alpha Lux PHEV is a plug-in hybrid ute with 5 seats and 4WD, paired with a 9-speed hybrid automatic. It's $57,490 drive-away (VIC), and that figure already covers the on-road costs for that state. It can carry a 685kg payload. Braked towing is rated at 3,500kg. The claimed electric-only range is 115km from a 37.1kWh battery, and once the battery is flat it uses 7.9L/100km running as a hybrid, so the low official figure depends on keeping it charged. It suits ute buyers with a short daily run who can plug in at home and still want proper towing capacity for the weekend.

Configure the Lux PHEV
Ultra PHEV2026POA

GWM Cannon Alpha Ultra PHEV

Power
300kW
Torque
750Nm
0–100
6.3s
Fuel use
1.7L/100km
EV range
100km
Gearbox
9-Speed Hybrid Automatic
Drive
4WD
Seats
5
Towing
3,500kg
ANCAP
5-star (2024)

The 2026 GWM Cannon Alpha Ultra PHEV is a 5-seat, 4WD plug-in hybrid ute with a 9-speed hybrid automatic and 300kW of combined system output. It's from $64,490 drive-away, which is GWM's advertised drive-away price in VIC. For ute work it's rated to tow 3,500kg braked and carries a payload of 685kg. The official 1.7L/100km figure assumes you start with a charged battery, so if you don't plug in, expect the 7.9L/100km flat-battery figure instead. It suits someone who can charge at home, does a lot of shorter trips on the 115km claimed electric range and still wants a ute that can handle a decent tow.

Configure the Ultra PHEV
Lux 3.0L Turbo-Diesel2026POA

GWM Cannon Alpha Lux 3.0L Turbo-Diesel

Power
170kW
Torque
620Nm
Fuel use
7.3L/100km
Gearbox
9-Speed Automatic
Drive
4WD
Seats
5
Towing
3,500kg
ANCAP
5-star (2024)

The GWM Cannon Alpha Lux 3.0L Turbo-Diesel is the entry grade of the Cannon Alpha dual-cab ute with GWM's new 3.0-litre diesel, priced at $58,990 drive-away for private buyers in Victoria against $63,990 for the Vanta. GWM Australia's release put it at dealers from mid-September 2026, and its model page now takes orders. The four-cylinder turbo-diesel makes 170kW and 620Nm, up from 135kW and 480Nm in the 2.4-litre diesel GWM still sells, and drives through a nine-speed automatic and four-wheel drive with front, centre and rear differential locks. It needs no AdBlue. GWM claims 7.3L/100km combined, and the Green Vehicle Guide lists 7.3L/100km and 192g/km of CO2. Braked towing is 3,500kg. The Lux lists 18-inch alloy wheels, faux leatherette seats, a 6-way electric driver's seat, a 14.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, over-the-air updates, front and rear parking sensors, a 360-degree camera and lane departure warning. GWM backs it with a seven-year unlimited-kilometre warranty, seven years of roadside assistance and seven years of capped-price servicing. GWM has not published dimensions, masses or payload for the 3.0-litre diesel, so those show as no data.

Configure the Lux 3.0L Turbo-Diesel
Ultra 2.4T Diesel 9AT 4WD2025No price on record

GWM Cannon Alpha Ultra 2.4T Diesel 9AT 4WD

Power
135kW
Torque
480Nm
Fuel use
8.9L/100km
Gearbox
9-speed automatic
Drive
4WD
Seats
5
Towing
3,500kg
ANCAP
5-star (2024)

The 2025 GWM Cannon Alpha Ultra Turbo Diesel is GWM's full-size dual-cab ute, documented in GWM Australia's own brochure (Edition GWMAU 20250417). It uses a 2,370cc turbo-diesel four making 135kW at 3,600rpm and 480Nm from 1,500 to 2,500rpm through a nine-speed automatic, using 8.9 L/100km combined on the ADR 81/02 test. Braked towing is 3,500kg with a 350kg towball limit, payload is 760kg, and GVM is 3310kg against a 6555kg GCM. Wading depth is 800mm.

Configure the Ultra 2.4T Diesel 9AT 4WD
Lux 2.4T Diesel 9AT 4WD2025No price on record

GWM Cannon Alpha Lux 2.4T Diesel 9AT 4WD

Power
135kW
Torque
480Nm
Fuel use
8.9L/100km
Gearbox
9-speed automatic
Drive
4WD
Seats
5
Towing
3,500kg
ANCAP
5-star (2024)

The 2025 GWM Cannon Alpha Lux Turbo Diesel is GWM's full-size dual-cab ute, documented in GWM Australia's own brochure (Edition GWMAU 20250417). It uses a 2,370cc turbo-diesel four making 135kW at 3,600rpm and 480Nm from 1,500 to 2,500rpm through a nine-speed automatic, using 8.9 L/100km combined on the ADR 81/02 test. Braked towing is 3,500kg with a 350kg towball limit, payload is 821kg, and GVM is 3310kg against a 6555kg GCM. Wading depth is 800mm.

Configure the Lux 2.4T Diesel 9AT 4WD
Vanta 3.0L Turbo-Diesel2026POA

GWM Cannon Alpha Vanta 3.0L Turbo-Diesel

Power
170kW
Torque
620Nm
Fuel use
7.3L/100km
Gearbox
9-Speed Automatic
Drive
4WD
Seats
5
Towing
3,500kg

The GWM Cannon Alpha Vanta 3.0L Turbo-Diesel is the upper of the two grades GWM sells with its new 3.0-litre diesel, priced at $63,990 drive-away for private buyers in Victoria against $58,990 for the Lux. GWM Australia's release put it at dealers from mid-September 2026, and its model page now takes orders. The four-cylinder turbo-diesel makes 170kW and 620Nm through a nine-speed automatic and four-wheel drive with front, centre and rear differential locks, and needs no AdBlue. GWM claims 7.3L/100km combined, matched by the Green Vehicle Guide with 192g/km of CO2, and a 3,500kg braked towing capacity. The Vanta adds black exterior styling with black side steps and 19-inch black alloy wheels with red brake calipers, leather accented seats and an 8-way electric driver's seat, alongside a 14.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, over-the-air updates, front and rear parking sensors, a 360-degree camera and lane departure warning. Warranty is seven years with unlimited kilometres, with seven years of roadside assistance and capped-price servicing. GWM has not published dimensions, masses or payload for the 3.0-litre diesel, and no ANCAP rating is asserted for this grade, so those show as no data.

Configure the Vanta 3.0L Turbo-Diesel

Related reading

More on the GWM Cannon Alpha

News, buying guides and owner reviews relevant to this model.

All news

Browse all 15,009+ cars · All GWM models · All Utes