EV-Only
Pure EV for ~90 km (WLTC) before the V6 wakes up.
- Best for
- Short city runs in silent luxury.
- Behaviour
- V6 off — smooth electric drive.
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Tank 700 Hi4-TOwner's Guide · Tank
700 Hi4-T Complete Guide
Tank's flagship: a 3.0L twin-turbo V6 plus electric motor — 523 PS, 800 Nm, and a cabin that challenges the Lexus LX for far less money.
🔌🔋 Plug-in Hybrid11 commands7 apps5 Gulf tips6 quick tasks3 hacks2 quiz questionsSome estimatesModel 2026 · first launched 2024Reviewed 23 July 2026📖 12 min read
Overview
Buyers wanting LX/Patrol Platinum luxury with plug-in hybrid tech — and willing to wait for the official Hi4-T GCC arrival.
- 385 kW / 800 Nm — 0-100 in 5.6 s despite 3.1+ tonnes
- 90 km WLTC electric range from a 37.1 kWh pack
- 239 mm clearance + rear locker + 11 drive modes
- Luxury cabin: 16.2-inch screen, Nappa leather, Harman Kardon audio
Watch the car
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3 OEM videos + an EV Gulf spec film
A car worth knowing
Tank 700 Hi4-T 2026
RangeTBABattery37.1 kWhPower523 HP0–1005.6 s
EV Gulf
Charging
Home · AC
7 kW
~6.5h full charge
Estimated from the same 37.1 kWh pack as the Tank 500: a 7 kW home wallbox covers an overnight charge.
Connector: Type 2
Fast · DC
50 kW
10–80% in 30 min
Estimate: the Hi4-T family charges around 50 kW DC; Hong Kong reports cite ~30 minutes from 10% to 80%.
400V · Connector: CCS2
Cost per charge
0.088 KWD
home, 0–100%
Gulf charging notes
- Important: the Hi4-T PHEV is not yet at GCC dealers — today's official offer is the non-plug-in V6 (355 hp).
- If buying via import: confirm CCS2 charging and warranty transfer before paying.
📍 See Kuwait charging stations on the mapOpen map →
Driving Modes
Hybrid Auto
The system picks the best blend of V6 and electric.
- Best for
- Long trips and highways.
- Behaviour
- The 9HAT blends both sources seamlessly.
Save (Battery Hold)
Holds battery charge for later.
- Best for
- Saving EV range for city or camp.
- Behaviour
- V6 works, battery preserved.
Terrain Modes (11 total)
Sand, mud, rock, snow and more — each recalibrates drive and torque.
- Best for
- Soft dunes and technical terrain.
- Behaviour
- Rear lock + smart torque split + instant electric.
Fuel
Tank size
85 L
Combined consumption
10.9 L/100km
after battery depleted
Total range
900 km
8.9 KWD/tank · 95
- The 85 L tank is among the biggest in class — with the battery you'll clear 850 km easily.
- Once the battery is depleted expect ~10.9 L/100 km — a twin-turbo V6 moving 3.1 tonnes.
Voice Commands
Voice command library — verified members only
Join free and verify your email + phone to unlock every command in Arabic, English and Chinese — with audio playback and saved shortcuts.
Verify once — it unlocks member perks across the whole platform.
Apps & Software
Official companions, cockpit software, and tools every owner needs — with Gulf availability notes.
خريطة الشحن — EV Gulf
VerifiedThe Gulf's community charging map — live status, owner reviews, and the 'free the charger' ping
- Gulf + Jordan stations with owner reviews and comments
- Live status reports: working / broken / crowded / ICE'd
- Ping the car blocking the charger via its QR sticker
- Nearest stations to you in one tap
🌍 Every report you file earns reputation and helps the next owner — this is OUR map, grown by our community.
مخطط الرحلات — EV Gulf
VerifiedPlan your Gulf road trip with charge stops tuned to OUR summer heat — not Europe's weather
- Ready corridors: Kuwait ↔ KSA ↔ UAE ↔ Jordan
- Accounts for heat and speed impact on your car's range
- Charge stops from our live map — no stale listings
🌍 Built for our roads: Salmi corridor, the Causeway, Riyadh–Dammam — under real summer conditions.
Car Scanner ELM OBD2
VerifiedRead live EV battery data with a cheap Bluetooth OBD dongle
- Built-in profiles for BYD Atto 3, Dolphin, Seal, Sealion, Denza and more
- Live data: SoC, voltage, current, battery temperatures
- Works with any ELM327 Bluetooth adapter (~$10-30)
- Reads/clears fault codes on most brands
🌍 Used-buyer alert: true battery health (SOH) is NOT exposed via standard OBD on BYD — you get SoC and voltages only. For an authoritative report before buying a used BYD: dealer diagnostic (VDS) or a pro tool like the Foxwell NT710.
EVIQ
VerifiedSaudi Arabia's national fast-charging network (PIF + Saudi Electricity Co.)
- 100–350 kW fast chargers with reservations
- Real-time availability, connector type and power
- Unified in-app payment
- Highway corridors (Riyadh–Qassim and more)
🌍 KSA only — the must-have app for any EV owner in Saudi Arabia. Network targets 5,000 chargers by 2030.
Electromin
VerifiedPetromin's charging network — 200+ locations across Saudi Arabia
- AC & DC chargers with slot reservation
- Start/stop charging remotely
- Built-in EV route planner
- Pay with mada, STC Pay, Apple Pay
🌍 KSA — largest network by locations (200+), strong at urban/retail sites. Complements EVIQ.
UAEV
VerifiedThe UAE's federal charging network — expanding nationwide
- Government-owned (Ministry of Energy + Etihad WE)
- Fast chargers on federal inter-city roads
- Session start, payment and history in-app
- 24/7 support
🌍 UAE only — key for trips outside Dubai (Northern Emirates, Abu Dhabi highways). Scaling to 1,000 chargers by 2030.
iOS🤖 AndroidFree app · standardized national tariffs
DEWA EV Green Charger
VerifiedDubai's original charging network — 400+ stations
- Map of 400+ Green Charger stations across Dubai
- Live availability and session activation
- EV account registration & billing via DEWA
🌍 Dubai only — registration is mandatory for DEWA public chargers.
Full Specifications
Powertrain
- Engine
- 3.0T twin-turbo V6 (360 PS)
- Electric motor
- 163 PS
- Combined
- 523 PS / 800 Nm
- 0-100 km/h
- 5.6 sec
Battery & Fuel
- Battery
- 37.1 kWh (NMC)
- EV range
- 90 km WLTC
- Fuel tank
- 85 L
- Top speed
- 190 km/h
Size & Off-Road
- L × W × H
- 5105 × 2061 × 1985 mm
- Clearance
- 239 mm
- Seats
- 5
- Curb weight
- ~3,165 kg
Gulf Tips
Practical Gulf guidance — separating verified experience from estimates and pending specifications.
Pre-condition before driving
In Gulf heat, pre-cool from the car's app 10 min before driving — cabin drops from 60° to 25°.
Prayer mode
Park, hit 'Cabin Mode → Quiet'. AC stays on, music mutes, displays dim.
Charging in Ramadan
Best fast-charge window: 4-6 PM (before iftar, stations empty). Avoid 8-10 PM peak.
3.1 tonnes on dunes
The heavy weight needs lower pressures (14-16 psi) and steady momentum — but 800 Nm plus instant electric torque compensates. Tank 700 officially ran the Liwa desert festival.
Luxury at a sane price
Same class as the LX600 and Patrol Platinum at 30-40% less: Nappa leather, massage, Harman Kardon, rear screens.
Summer Survival Mode
0/10 · 0%Checklist to prep your EV for 50°C summers. Each item extends battery life and improves your daily drive.
Keys & Access
GWM / TANK App
RecommendedRemote control and pre-cooling — essential in Gulf heat.
Smart key fob
Keyless entry and start.
Driving Assist
GWM Pilot (L2)
L2Adaptive cruise + lane centering + blind-spot monitoring.
Panoramic 360° cameras
Full surround view for a two-metre-wide SUV.
Safety
Heavy-duty body-on-frame
Engineered for flagship off-road duty.
Full airbag suite
Front, side and curtain coverage across both rows.
Rear differential lock
Decisive traction on soft sand.
Quick Tasks
How do I X — quick tasks every owner should know.
Pre-cool before driving
- Open the car app
- Climate → Pre-cool
- Set timer (5-15 min)
- Get in cooled
Schedule night charging
- Plug in
- Charge → Schedule
- Set 23:00 - 06:00
- Save — car charges automatically
Camp Mode for sleeping
- Park in P
- Activate Camp Mode from menu
- AC stays on without key
- Uses ~1 kWh/hour
Software update
- Connect to WiFi
- Settings → Software → Check Update
- Accept if available
- Updates while parked (30-90 min)
Set up for soft sand
- Select sand from the terrain modes
- Lock the rear diff
- Air down to 14-16 psi (it's heavy)
- Keep momentum — stopping means bogging
Electric city driving
- Charge overnight at home
- Select EV mode in the morning
- 90 km covers commute + school runs petrol-free
Hacks & Secrets
Hidden features, easter eggs, and tricks you won't find in the manual — from real owners.
- Comfort
First-class rear seat mode
Rear seats recline up to ~141 degrees with massage, heating and ventilation — control them from the rear armrest screen on long trips.
- Gulf-Specific
The in-car fridge in summer
Higher trims pack a built-in cool/warm box — cold water at 50° ambient without ice.
- Money Saver
Electric-first in the city
90 km of daily EV means the V6 rarely fires up in town — a huge consumption gap for a 3.1-tonne SUV.
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Test Your Knowledge
Question 1 / 2Score: 0
What engine does the Tank 700 Hi4-T use?
FAQ
- Check the dealer list or import directly. Official presence varies per model.
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Reviewed: 2026-07-23