GWM Cannon vs KGM Musso EV

The GWM Cannon starts from $39,490 before on-road costs, while the KGM Musso EV opens at $60,000. That makes the GWM Cannon the more affordable entry point by $20,510.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $43,439 and $66,000 respectively.

The KGM Musso EV qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The GWM Cannon, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the GWM Cannon and KGM Musso EV hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The KGM Musso EV packs more ADAS features with 7 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the GWM Cannon.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the GWM Cannon and 8 in the KGM Musso EV. The KGM Musso EV adds a 360-degree camera that the GWM Cannon misses.

The GWM Cannon features a 14.6-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the KGM Musso EV gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The GWM Cannon stands out with power tailgate that you will not find on the KGM Musso EV. The KGM Musso EV counters with heated front seats, ventilated seats, V2L and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the GWM Cannon gets synthetic leather upholstery while the KGM Musso EV offers leather. Climate control is 1-zone in the GWM Cannon and 2-zone in the KGM Musso EV.

The GWM Cannon uses a Diesel producing 120kW and 400Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a 4WD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 10.5 seconds.

The KGM Musso EV responds with a Electric making 152kW and 339Nm, paired to a 1-speed driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 10.9 seconds.

The KGM Musso EV has the clear power advantage at 152kW vs 120kW. In the real-world sprint, the GWM Cannon is 0.4s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The GWM Cannon measures 5,340mm long on a 3,200mm wheelbase, 180mm longer than the KGM Musso EV at 5,160mm (3,150mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GWM Cannon generally means more rear legroom.

For towing, the GWM Cannon leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 1,800kg. That 1,700kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (GWM Cannon) vs 7 years / 999,999km (KGM Musso EV). Both match on warranty length.