Verdict
The RM39,868 gap is substantial: the GWM Tank 500 costs RM328,800 and brings a 241 hp 2.0-litre turbo petrol-hybrid powertrain, nine-speed automatic, seven seats and a full-size spare. The Kia EV9 at RM368,668 trades that for dual motors with 380 hp and 700 Nm, a 99.8 kWh battery, 505 km of EV range and 350 kW DC charging. For Malaysian families with reliable charging, the EV9’s 333-litre boot and 3,100 mm wheelbase are meaningful advantages. The Tank counters with unlimited-mileage six-year vehicle cover and a lower RM439 annual road tax.
Pick the GWM Tank 500 if you want the lower RM328,800 entry price, a 75-litre fuel tank, full-size spare wheel and six-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Pick the Kia EV9 if home or public charging suits your routine and you want 505 km EV range, 700 Nm from two motors and a much larger 333-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Tank 500 RM328,800; Kia EV9 RM368,668.
- Powertrain: Tank 500 has a 241 hp 2.0-litre turbo petrol-hybrid engine plus a 105 hp motor; EV9 has two motors producing 380 hp and 700 Nm.
- Battery and range: Tank 500 has a 1.75 kWh battery with no EV range figure; EV9 has a 99.8 kWh battery and 505 km range.
- Charging: Tank 500 has no AC or DC charging rate stated; EV9 supports 11 kW AC and 350 kW DC charging.
- Boot space: Tank 500 98 litres; EV9 333 litres.
- Warranty: Tank 500 has six years with unlimited mileage; EV9 has five years or 150,000 km.
Tank 500
- RM39,868 less expensive.
- Six-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty.
- Full-size spare tyre.
- Only 98 litres of boot space versus the EV9’s 333 litres.
- Six airbags versus the EV9’s seven.
- No stated EV range or AC/DC charging capability.
EV9
- 505 km EV range from a 99.8 kWh battery.
- 380 hp and 700 Nm from two motors.
- 333-litre boot and 3,100 mm wheelbase.
- Costs RM39,868 more.
- Five-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty versus six years with unlimited mileage.
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM328,800✓ | RM368,668 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM515 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with hybrid assistance | E-GMP platform, 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 241 hp at 5,500 rpm | — |
| Torque | 380 Nm at 1,700 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 105 hp | 380 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 268 Nm | 700 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 1.75 kWh | 99.8 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | — | 505 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 350 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Nine-speed Hydraulic Automatic Transmission | — |
| Gears | 9 | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,070 mm | 5,015 mm |
| Width | 1,934 mm | 1,980 mm |
| Height | 1,905 mm | 1,780 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 3,100 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,648 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 98 litres | 333 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/50R20 | 285/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/50R20 | 285/45R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact RX | Continental PremiumContact C |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Korea (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 21" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) with FlexSteer adjustment (Comfort/Normal/Sport) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Centre Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Automatic For Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Second Row Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats in Second and Third Row |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED Headlights | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Massaging Function and Seat Ventilation | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory and Massage Settings, Heating |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, 50:50 Split Power Folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with 3rd Row Air Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger | 2 Sockets, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades | Panoramic Glass Roof and Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 14-speaker Meridian Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchFour Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with Surround View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes, Remote Parking Assist |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000-km High Voltage Battery Warranty | 8 years/160,000 km for EV battery |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Tank 500 vs EV9 FAQ
Is the GWM Tank 500 or Kia EV9 better?
The Kia EV9 is better for buyers who can charge regularly, with 505 km range, 350 kW DC charging and a 333-litre boot. The GWM Tank 500 is the cheaper choice and has unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty cover for six years.
What is the price difference?
The Kia EV9 costs RM368,668, which is RM39,868 more than the GWM Tank 500 at RM328,800.
Which has more luggage space for seven occupants?
The Kia EV9 has the clear advantage, with 333 litres of boot space versus 98 litres in the GWM Tank 500.
