GWM Tank 300 vs Jeep Avenger

The GWM Tank 300 starts from $49,990 before on-road costs, while the Jeep Avenger opens at $49,990. Both land at the same RRP, so on-road costs and dealer deals become the real differentiator.

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 $54,989 and $54,989 respectively.

The Jeep Avenger qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The GWM Tank 300, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the GWM Tank 300 and Jeep Avenger hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The GWM Tank 300 packs more ADAS features with 6 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 3 in the Jeep Avenger.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the GWM Tank 300 and 6 in the Jeep Avenger.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The GWM Tank 300 features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Jeep Avenger gets a 10.3-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The GWM Tank 300 stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, panoramic roof and power tailgate that you will not find on the Jeep Avenger. The Jeep Avenger counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the GWM Tank 300 gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Jeep Avenger offers cloth.

The GWM Tank 300 uses a Petrol producing 162kW and 380Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a 4WD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.5 seconds.

The Jeep Avenger responds with a Electric Motor making 115kW and 260Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9 seconds.

The GWM Tank 300 has the clear power advantage at 162kW vs 115kW. In the real-world sprint, the Jeep Avenger is 0.5s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The GWM Tank 300 measures 4,715mm long on a 2,750mm wheelbase, 631mm longer than the Jeep Avenger at 4,084mm (2,557mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GWM Tank 300 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 550L in the GWM Tank 300 and 355L in the Jeep Avenger, giving the GWM Tank 300 a 195L advantage.

For towing, the GWM Tank 300 leads with a 3,000kg braked capacity vs 1,230kg. That 1,770kg 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 Tank 300) vs 5 years / 100,000km (Jeep Avenger). The GWM Tank 300 has longer coverage.