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Mazda CX-5 vs GWM Tank 300

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Mazda CX-5
Mazda CX-5

$36,590 - $55,000

2024 price

GWM Tank 300
GWM Tank 300

$46,990 - $60,990

2024 price

Summary

2024 Mazda CX-5
2024 GWM Tank 300
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Turbo 4, 2.5L

Turbo 4, 2.0L
Fuel Type
-

Unleaded Petrol
Fuel Efficiency
8.2L/100km (combined)

9.5L/100km (combined)
Seating
5

5
Dislikes
  • Feels compact inside
  • Individual storage on the thin side
  • Thirsty engine

  • Payload
  • A few driver-assist tech issues
  • Needs better all-terrain tyres
2024 Mazda CX-5 Summary

This week I’m family testing the new Mazda CX-5 Akera G35 and the top-grade model is well-equipped. But it faces stiff competition in the mid-sized SUV market with rivals like the Honda CR-V, Kia Sportage and the ever-popular Toyota RAV4.

How do you remain competitive in one of the most popular SUV classes? My family of three is finding out for you!

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2024 GWM Tank 300 Summary

A new petrol-powered 4WD seems an anomaly in a world seemingly hell-bent on rapidly embracing EVs.

However, there’s still room for a traditional off-road vehicle or two – especially those with front and rear diff locks – for the time being, anyway.

I tested the Chinese-made GWM (Great Wall Motors) Tank 300 petrol in late 2023 and noted there was a lot to like about it, although I also highlighted a few negatives. 

After recently revisiting it for another hard-core off-road test, have I changed my mind?

Read on.

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