Tank is a high-end off-road brand owned by Great Wall Motors, a well-known Chinese SUV and pickup truck manufacturer. The Tank 300 is a top-rated product of the Tank brand, so what about the Tank 300? This will be introduced to you next.
Tank 300 driving modes and working principles
The Tank 300 uses a 2.0T turbocharged engine, matched with a ZF 8AT gearbox. Its main positioning is to provide users with cars that are smart, luxurious, and have off-road performance. Regarding intelligence, the Tank 300 has a self-developed all-terrain control system, including snow mode, low-speed four-wheel drive, and expert driving mode. There are a total of eight driving modes. This configuration can easily cope with various road conditions, such as uneven roads, mud and sand, and mountainous terrain. In addition, this car is also equipped with a tank U-turn function and a unilateral brake, which allows the vehicle to turn around on narrow roads easily. Especially on off-road roads, it can easily handle large-angle sharp turns and micro-curves. Its working principle is that when your steering wheel turns to a certain extent, the body control system will lock the rear wheel on the inside of the turn so that the turning radius can be reduced a lot, making it easier for you to turn around in a narrow space. In addition, the Tank 300 is also equipped with an active safety warning and automatic parking, but these configurations need to be optional in the model.
Tank 300 luxury interior
In terms of luxury, this car has an exquisite interior and uses dual 12.3-inch large screens. Unlike other hard-core off-road vehicles, this car considers more use scenarios on urban roads. Tank 300 also provides car owners with a comfortable riding space and user-friendly configurations, such as mobile phone Bluetooth keys, remote control mobile vehicles, wireless charging, multi-layer soundproof glass, air purifiers, negative ion generators, etc. These configurations create a luxurious and comfortable space for car owners.
Tank 300 Rugged Chassis
Regarding off-road performance, the Tank 300 uses a part-time four-wheel drive system from BorgWarner of the United States. Even if three wheels slip simultaneously, it can escape trouble in such a harsh environment. If a hardcore off-road vehicle wants to face various road conditions calmly, it needs strong power, a non-load-bearing solid chassis, and differential locks on the front and rear axles. These are indispensable off-road configurations in hardcore vehicles such as the Mercedes-Benz Big G, Wrangler, etc. What is satisfying is that the Tank 300 has these off-road weapons. In addition, its essential wading depth is 700 mm, approach and departure angles are about 33 degrees, ground clearance is 224 mm, and the maximum gradability is 70 degrees. Therefore, judging from the current configuration and market reputation, the off-road capabilities of the Tank 300 can reach a relatively professional level in the off-road circle.
Tank 300 off-road vehicle performance
The Tank 300 is hard to find. The first reason it is so popular is its precise positioning. Before the appearance of the Tank 300, the popular hardcore off-road vehicles in the United States were very professional off-road vehicles. If those cars are driven daily, the ride comfort and handling are not well balanced. The Tank 300 fills this blank area. It can adapt to most off-road conditions in terms of off-road capabilities and is also much cheaper than the Toyota Prado and Wrangler. In this price range, the Tank 300 has no rivals.
In addition, it combines luxury and off-roading. These two fusions greatly broaden the use scenarios of this car. In addition, the car’s appearance design is also unique and retro, so it attracts a broader consumer group. Tank 300 has also successfully attracted some female users, of which female users account for 30% of total sales.
So, what are the advantages and disadvantages of Tank 300?
Tank 300 Cons
The first disadvantage is that many people report relatively high fuel consumption. Without going off-road, based on the test results of one fuel tank, if you travel half on mountain roads and half in urban areas, the actual calculated fuel consumption per 100 kilometers is about 13.5 liters. The fuel consumption is high because it is equipped with non-load-bearing chassis beams, and the body weight is 2.1 tons. In addition, the tall and square-shaped design of the Tank 300 is not as aerodynamic as a car, so that the fuel consumption will be relatively high. The second disadvantage is that the response speed of the screen touch screen operation is slow. The third disadvantage is that its creep mode is relatively easier to use than other cars.
Compared with the shortcomings, the Tank 300 has many advantages and highlights.
Tank 300 Advantages
The first advantage is the handling. Its handling is better than similar hard-core off-road vehicles. Its steering wheel doesn’t have that much vacancy, and the throttle response is also very sensitive. Therefore, it will be easier to drive in urban areas even smoother than the Wrangler. The second advantage is that the price is right. Its price/performance ratio is relatively high among models with off-road solid performance. The third advantage is that it has high safety and better protection for passengers. The rating from the China Insurance Research Institute shows that except for the maintenance economy score, which is A, which is good, the other items are excellent, which is G. The fourth advantage is the rich configuration. This car has a series of safety warning systems, such as vehicle chassis perspective, steering wheel heating, seat heating, seat ventilation, and parallel assist.
Overall, the Tank 300 is an excellent off-road vehicle. If you want to buy a car that can be used off-road and in daily urban use, the Tank 300 will be very suitable.
