Lexus NX vs GWM Tank 500

The Lexus NX starts from $59,900 before on-road costs, while the GWM Tank 500 opens at $59,990. That makes the Lexus NX the more affordable entry point by $90.

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 $65,890 and $65,989 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Lexus NX by roughly $2,280 in fuel alone.

Both the Lexus NX and GWM Tank 500 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 91% for the Lexus NX and 85% for the GWM Tank 500.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Lexus NX packs more ADAS features with 6 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 Lexus NX features a 9.8-inch touchscreen paired with a 8-inch digital dash, while the GWM Tank 500 gets a 14.6-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Lexus NX stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, power tailgate and ambient lighting that you will not find on the GWM Tank 500. The GWM Tank 500 counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Lexus NX uses a Petrol producing 152kW and 243Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9 seconds.

The GWM Tank 500 responds with a Hybrid making 255kW and 648Nm, paired to a 9-speed auto driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.5 seconds.

The GWM Tank 500 has the clear power advantage at 255kW vs 152kW. In the real-world sprint, the GWM Tank 500 is 0.5s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Lexus NX measures 4,660mm long on a 2,690mm wheelbase, 418mm shorter than the GWM Tank 500 at 5,078mm (2,850mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GWM Tank 500 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 520L in the Lexus NX and 98L in the GWM Tank 500, giving the Lexus NX a 422L advantage. The GWM Tank 500 seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the GWM Tank 500 leads with a 3,000kg braked capacity vs 1,650kg. That 1,350kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,967/year for the Lexus NX and $2,423/year for the GWM Tank 500. That is a $456 annual difference in favour of the Lexus NX.

Estimated annual total: $1,967 (Lexus NX) vs $2,423 (GWM Tank 500). The Lexus NX saves you roughly $456 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 4 years / 100,000km (Lexus NX) vs 7 years / 999,999km (GWM Tank 500). The GWM Tank 500 has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: 4yr (Lexus NX)—.