KGM Rexton vs GWM Tank 300

The KGM Rexton starts from $50,000 before on-road costs, while the GWM Tank 300 opens at $49,990. That makes the GWM Tank 300 the more affordable entry point by $10.

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 $55,000 and $54,989 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the KGM Rexton by roughly $1,140 in fuel alone.

Both the KGM Rexton and GWM Tank 300 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. Both models are evenly matched with 6 out of 10 key ADAS systems.

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

The KGM Rexton features a 12.3-inch touchscreen, while the GWM Tank 300 gets a 12.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The KGM Rexton stands out with ambient lighting that you will not find on the GWM Tank 300. The GWM Tank 300 counters with panoramic roof. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The KGM Rexton uses a Turbo DDi Diesel producing 149kW and 441Nm of torque, sent through a 8-speed automatic to a 4WD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 11.5 seconds.

The GWM Tank 300 responds with a Petrol making 167kW and 387Nm, paired to a auto driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.5 seconds.

The GWM Tank 300 has the clear power advantage at 167kW vs 149kW. In the real-world sprint, the GWM Tank 300 is 2.0s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The KGM Rexton measures 4,850mm long on a 2,865mm wheelbase, 135mm longer than the GWM Tank 300 at 4,715mm (2,750mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the KGM Rexton generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 236L in the KGM Rexton and 550L in the GWM Tank 300, giving the GWM Tank 300 a 314L advantage. The KGM Rexton seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the KGM Rexton leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 2,000kg. That 1,500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,480/year for the KGM Rexton and $2,708/year for the GWM Tank 300. That is a $228 annual difference in favour of the KGM Rexton.

Estimated annual total: $2,480 (KGM Rexton) vs $2,708 (GWM Tank 300). The KGM Rexton saves you roughly $228 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (KGM Rexton) vs 7 years / 999,999km (GWM Tank 300). Both match on warranty length.