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 202612 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

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Tank 700 Hi4-T 2026
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
≈ 1.051 AED
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.

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Driving Modes

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.

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
≈ 106.266 AED/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

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Apps & Software

Official companions, cockpit software, and tools every owner needs — with Gulf availability notes.

خريطة الشحن — EV Gulf

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Charging

The 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.

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مخطط الرحلات — EV Gulf

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Utility

Plan 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.

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Car Scanner ELM OBD2

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Utility

Read 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.

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EVIQ

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Charging

Saudi 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.

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Electromin

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Charging

Petromin'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.

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UAEV

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Charging

The 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.

iOSAndroidFree app · standardized national tariffs

DEWA EV Green Charger

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Charging

Dubai'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.

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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

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Checklist to prep your EV for 50°C summers. Each item extends battery life and improves your daily drive.

Keys & Access

GWM / TANK App

Recommended

Remote control and pre-cooling — essential in Gulf heat.

Smart key fob

Keyless entry and start.

Driving Assist

GWM Pilot (L2)

L2

Adaptive 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

  1. Open the car app
  2. Climate → Pre-cool
  3. Set timer (5-15 min)
  4. Get in cooled

Schedule night charging

  1. Plug in
  2. Charge → Schedule
  3. Set 23:00 - 06:00
  4. Save — car charges automatically

Camp Mode for sleeping

  1. Park in P
  2. Activate Camp Mode from menu
  3. AC stays on without key
  4. Uses ~1 kWh/hour

Software update

  1. Connect to WiFi
  2. Settings → Software → Check Update
  3. Accept if available
  4. Updates while parked (30-90 min)

Set up for soft sand

  1. Select sand from the terrain modes
  2. Lock the rear diff
  3. Air down to 14-16 psi (it's heavy)
  4. Keep momentum — stopping means bogging

Electric city driving

  1. Charge overnight at home
  2. Select EV mode in the morning
  3. 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

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Agent & parts

Your agent & parts in UAE

Al Naboodah Group

UAE distributor for GWM/Haval/Tank; extensive service network (65+ yr group).

Warranty: 6 yearsBattery: HEV/PHEV battery terms per market; KSA: 6yr/200k km vehicle + 10yr/1M km engine (first owner) + 5yr roadside

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FAQ

  • Check the dealer list or import directly. Official presence varies per model.

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Reviewed: 2026-07-23