Great Wall Motor Company readies the Tank 700 Hi4-T hybrid for the Chinese market
The Great Wall Motor Company plans to launch the Tank 700 Hi4-T hybrid SUV in China on February 26, with reporting from carnewschina.com. The vehicle is priced at 500 thousand yuan, which was approximately 6.5 million rubles at the exchange rate in force at publication time.
Measuring 5090 mm in length with a 3000 mm wheelbase, the Tank 700 Hi4-T stands as the largest SUV in the Tank lineup. Under the hood sits a 3.0-liter V6 engine delivering 360 horsepower, paired with an electric motor and a nine-speed automatic transmission. The combined output of the powertrain reaches 517 horsepower and 750 Nm of torque, providing robust performance for a hybrid SUV.
Approach and departure angles are 32 and 33 degrees respectively, with a curb weight ranging from 3110 to 3195 kilograms. The model rides on 22-inch wheels and offers a towing capacity of up to 2.5 tons, indicating its versatility for both urban driving and light-duty hauling.
Earlier, the company known as Hiphi, a Chinese premium electric vehicle maker noted for popularity in Russia, reported a temporary halt in operations at its sole factory in Yancheng, located north of Shanghai. This pause reportedly lasted for six months, according to statements from the company.
In related developments, Aito previously indicated that sales of its M9 crossover would commence in the Russian Federation in the second half of 2024, signaling continued expansion of Chinese brands in international markets. [Citation: CarNewsChina]