Tank 700 Arrives in Dubai: Heavy Luxury and Off Road Technologies Raising the Bar in the GCC

Dubai witnessed a notable regional moment with the first official unveiling of the all new TankUAE TankKSA TankKuwait TankQatar TankOman TankBahrain TankEgypt Tank 700 from GWM, attended by global and regional company executives, along with Arab and international media, and in partnership with its Saudi dealer ADMS. Tank 700 positions itself as a vehicle that combines genuine luxury with robust engineering, placing strong emphasis on off road capabilities suited to GCC conditions, including sand, heat, and long desert journeys.

Exterior Design: “Power of the World” Language

Tank 700 delivers a commanding visual presence from the first glance, featuring bold, solid lines inspired by mountains and wide open horizons.

Key Dimensions:

• Length: 5,105 mm

• Width: 2,061 mm

• Height: 1,952 mm

• Wheelbase: 3,000 mm

• Ground clearance: 239 mm (up to 255 mm on certain versions)

PHEV Edition One Version:

• Length: 5,110 mm

• Width: 2,122 mm

• Height: 1,986 mm

Body Engineering and Manufacturing:

• Body on Frame platform for enhanced rigidity

• Fully concealed laser welding with no visible marks

• Aplas technology applied to rear welding points for improved finish

• Bosch system controlling electrode pressure and temperature

• Precision point by point electrode polishing

• Door design focused on improved insulation and sealing

Wheels and Side Profile:

• 20 inch alloy wheels with a bold and premium design

• Full bodied side lines with a clean appearance thanks to hidden welding points

Front and Rear Design:

• A high and wide front end reinforcing a powerful character

• Rear design enhancing stability during climbs and descents
  

Interior Cabin: Genuine Luxury with Precise Technical Details

GWM gives the cabin an “Extreme Beauty” identity, delivering luxury that can be seen and felt, not just visually appreciated.

Leather and Materials:

• Velvet leather applied to the roof and pillars

• Real aluminum interior trims

• Soft touch materials with high wear resistance

Cloud Bedchair Seats:

• Design based on analysis of 57 data points and 10 dimensions

• Front seat thickness: 98 mm

• Rear seat thickness: 145 mm

• Front and rear massage function: 10 modes, 3 intensity levels

• Electrically adjustable rear seat recline up to 141°

Screens and Smart Systems:

• 12.3 inch digital instrument cluster

• 16.2 inch central touchscreen with 2880×1080 resolution

• Head Up Display showing speed, navigation, road data, altitude, compass, and off road information

NVH Sound Insulation:

• Double glazed acoustic glass with 5 mm thickness

• Insulation layers exceeding 30 mm in total

• Carefully engineered mirror, wiper, and pillar angles

• Harman Kardon ANC system reducing noise by 5 dB and up to 20 dB at peak levels

Powertrain System

The E30Z engine delivers a balanced combination of performance and efficiency, ideal for long distance travel and heavy duty use.

• 3.0 liter V6 twin turbo engine

• Power output: 265 kW (355 hp)

• Torque: 560 Nm

• Torque at 1,000 rpm: 340 Nm

• 0–100 km/h acceleration: 7.6 seconds

• Thermal efficiency: 38.5%

Engine Technologies:

• Dual injection system GDI + PFI

• GDI pressure: 350 bar

• PFI pressure: 5.5 bar

• PN emissions reduced by 90%

• Miller cycle for improved combustion efficiency

• Dual VGT turbochargers

• Integrated water cooled intercooler

• Full map oil pump

• DVVT for intake and exhaust

• Short intake path reducing distance by 40%, pressure loss by 60%, and turbo response time by 0.6 seconds

In House Developed 9AT Transmission

The new automatic transmission reflects GWM’s move toward fully in house engineering solutions, with a clear focus on smoothness and durability under harsh GCC driving conditions.

• Transmission efficiency: 97%

• Torque capacity: 750 Nm

• Close gear ratios for enhanced smoothness

• Ninth gear engaged at 90 km/h

• High capacity oil cooling system

• Low viscosity oil for improved responsiveness

Torque Converter:

• Three channel design

• Low speed lock up function

• Pendulum system for vibration absorption

• Smooth yet strong acceleration response

Integrated Hydraulic System Inside the Gearbox

The integrated hydraulic system improves transmission efficiency through intelligent pressure and cooling management, directly enhancing performance and service life.

• Integrated electronic pump

• Precision low leakage valves

• High pressure response

• Intelligent oil distribution based on demand

• Reduced heat loss and improved overall efficiency

IBC Braking System: Advanced Stopping Performance

The braking system in the Tank 700 relies on an advanced electronic integration of multiple safety systems within a single unit, enhancing precision while reducing overall weight.

• IBooster

• ESP

• ABS

• HDC

• HHC

• VDC

• TCS

• CST

• RMI

• SCM

• CRBS for brake energy recovery

NVH Engineering: Silence Crafted with Precision

Tank 700 focuses on minimizing noise and vibration inside the cabin through carefully engineered solutions, delivering a calm driving experience even at higher speeds.

• Optimization of more than 25 structural points

• Revised mirror design and A pillar angles

• Low noise windshield wipers

• Improved aerodynamic airflow

• Exhaust system with active and passive valves

• Acoustic suppression within the 1000–3000 Hz range at ≥25 dB

Harman Kardon ANC System:

• Generation of counter phase sound waves to cancel noise

• Noise reduction exceeding 5 dB

• Up to 20 dB reduction at peak frequencies

Premium Harman Kardon Sound System

The audio system delivers an immersive entertainment experience tailored for long distance travel, with tuning that suits the large cabin environment.

• 16 precisely positioned speakers

• 1,600 watt amplifier

• QuantumLogic surround sound technology

• VNC technology adjusting sound output based on vehicle speed

• Over 100 hours of professional acoustic tuning

Off Road Capabilities: A Fully Engineered Beast

Tank 700 reveals its true character beyond paved roads, with a drivetrain engineered to confidently tackle sand, rocks, and steep inclines.

Drive Systems:

• 2H rear wheel drive

• Intelligent AWD system

• 4H Lock with 1:1 torque distribution

• 4L Lock with 2.64x torque multiplication

Intelligent Torque Distribution:

• Internal torque output up to 1,900 Nm

• Torque split from 0 to 100% between axles within fractions of a second

MLock Mechanical Differential Lock:

• Front and rear differentials

• Central locking differential

• Forged design with 16% higher strength

• 23% higher load capacity

• 200 millisecond response time

Additional Components:

• Natixis driveshafts with 20–30% higher torsional strength

• BorgWarner transfer case with six planetary gears, 16% stronger than conventional systems

• Stabilizer bar disconnect increasing wheel articulation by 60 mm

Driving Modes:

• Standard

• Sport

• Eco

• Snow

• Mud

• Sand

• Rock

• 4H

• 4L

• Wading

• Expert Mode

Approach Angles and Wading Depth:

• Wading depth: 900 mm

• Approach angle: 22°

• Departure angle: 28°

Body Structure and Safety

Tank 700 is built on a robust structure that balances rigidity and occupant protection, with extensive use of high strength steel throughout the body.

• High strength steel usage: 81.58%

• Up to 82.5% in the PHEV version

• Roof load capacity up to 11.5 tons

• A pillars made of 1500 MPa steel

• B pillars engineered for energy absorption

• Ladder frame structure with 99% steel content

• Chassis cross section: 200 × 100 mm

• Torsional rigidity approaching 8,000 Nm/degree

• Corrosion protection using 76.32% galvanized steel

OPW Side Airbag:

• Seamless design

• Pressure retention up to 6,000 milliseconds

Global Testing Program: 3 Million Miles of Extreme Validation

Before reaching mass production, Tank 700 underwent an extensive testing program to ensure global readiness across multiple environments.

• 24 months of development

• More than 200 test vehicles

• 3 million miles of testing

• Extreme heat testing in Turpan

• Cold climate testing in Heihe

• High altitude testing in Golmud

• 38 off road test scenarios

• Dedicated Middle East testing in hot and sandy conditions

Real World Driving Experience in Dubai

Practical driving tests on Dubai roads and light sand terrain highlighted the vehicle’s balance between comfort and performance.

• Strong stability at highway speeds

• Noticeable cabin sound insulation

• Responsive turbo performance

• Smooth transmission operation

• Confident performance on light sand

• Effective mechanical differential locks and stabilizer bar disconnect

GWM Regional Warehouse in Jebel Ali

The regional warehouse plays a key role in supporting Tank 700’s readiness across Gulf markets, ensuring efficient parts availability and aftersales support.

• Facility size exceeding 50,000 square meters

• Advanced logistics systems

• Support for more than 200 service centers across the Gulf

• Capacity to process up to 40,000 parts per month

• Precise barcode based inventory management

• Secure storage for Tank and HavalUAE HavalKSA HavalKuwait HavalQatar HavalOman HavalBahrain HavalEgypt Haval components