GWM Tank 300 vs Volvo EX30

The GWM Tank 300 starts from $49,990 before on-road costs, while the Volvo EX30 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 Volvo EX30 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 Volvo EX30 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the GWM Tank 300 and 88% for the Volvo EX30.

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 5 in the Volvo EX30.

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 Volvo EX30.

The GWM Tank 300 features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Volvo EX30 gets a 12.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The GWM Tank 300 stands out with panoramic roof that you will not find on the Volvo EX30. The Volvo EX30 counters with head-up display, wireless charging, heated front seats and Harman Kardon audio. 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 Volvo EX30 offers nordico/microtech fabric.

The GWM Tank 300 uses a Petrol producing 167kW and 387Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a 4WD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.5 seconds.

The Volvo EX30 responds with a Electric making 200kW and 343Nm, paired to a single-speed driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 5.3 seconds.

The Volvo EX30 has the clear power advantage at 200kW vs 167kW. In the real-world sprint, the Volvo EX30 is 4.2s 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, 482mm longer than the Volvo EX30 at 4,233mm (2,650mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GWM Tank 300 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 550L in the GWM Tank 300 and 318L in the Volvo EX30, giving the GWM Tank 300 a 232L advantage.

For towing, the GWM Tank 300 leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,600kg. That 400kg 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 / 999,999km (Volvo EX30). The GWM Tank 300 has longer coverage.