GWM Tank 500 vs Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid

The GWM Tank 500 starts from $59,990 before on-road costs, while the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid opens at $59,990. 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 $65,989 and $65,989 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid by roughly $11,115 in fuel alone.

Both the GWM Tank 500 and Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the GWM Tank 500 and 82% for the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 5 in the GWM Tank 500.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid adds a 360-degree camera that the GWM Tank 500 misses.

Both come with modern infotainment systems. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The GWM Tank 500 stands out with Apple CarPlay that you will not find on the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid. The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, panoramic roof, heated front seats, ventilated seats, power tailgate and Sony audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The GWM Tank 500 uses a Hybrid producing 175kW and 648Nm of torque, sent through a 9-speed auto to a 4WD layout.

The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid responds with a Plug-in Hybrid making 315kW and 580Nm, paired to a auto driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.9 seconds.

The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid has the clear power advantage at 315kW vs 175kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The GWM Tank 500 measures 5,078mm long on a 2,850mm wheelbase, 278mm longer than the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid at 4,800mm (2,750mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GWM Tank 500 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 98L in the GWM Tank 500 and 620L in the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid, giving the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid a 522L advantage.

For towing, the GWM Tank 500 leads with a 2,500kg braked capacity vs 2,000kg. That 500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,622/year for the GWM Tank 500 and $399/year for the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid. That is a $2,223 annual difference in favour of the Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid.

Estimated annual total: $2,622 (GWM Tank 500) vs $399 (Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid). The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid saves you roughly $2,223 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (GWM Tank 500) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: —7yr (Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid).