GWM has updated its P500, with blacked-out exterior details that will appeal to consumers after a stealthier look!
Updates
At 5 445 mm long, nearly 2.0 metres wide, and with a massive chrome grille, the P500 hasn't exactly been a subtle addition to the bakkie market. However, new black design cues provide a new look. A gloss black grille transforms the front end, while black roof rails, mirrors, and a styling bar complete the latest aesthetic updates. There are also LED headlights, smoked-glass tail lamps, and the product's unique split-opening tailgate.
Drivetrains
The P500 has two powertrain options: a conventional turbodiesel or a self-charging petrol-electric hybrid (HEV). Topping the range is the 2.0T HEV variant, which still produces 255kW and 648Nm of torque. It is paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission and standard 4x4 capability. There's also a 2.4-litre turbodiesel engine with 135kW and 480Nm. All models boast a towing capacity of 3 500kg.
Features
Features include black leather seats that are electric, heated, ventilated, and massage up front. The rear seats are also heated and cooled with power adjustment. The P500 has 12.3-inch or 14.6-inch infotainment screens, a 10-speaker Harman Infinity audio system, front and rear wireless charging, a panoramic sunroof, a 4-way adjustable steering column, and rear passenger climate control.
Safety
Safety features include Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, and a Driver Fatigue Monitoring System. A 360-degree camera system, seven airbags (including a centre airbag), and Rear Cross-Traffic Warning are standard.
Pricing*
P500 2.4T 9AT 4X4 Luxury: R799 900
P500 2.4T 9AT 4X4 Super Luxury: R889 900
P500 2.0T HEV 9HAT 4X4 Ultra Luxury: R999 900
*Pricing includes a 7-year / 200 000 km warranty, an 8-year / 150 000 km high-voltage battery warranty (HEV only, 7-year / unlimited km roadside assistance and a 7-year / 75 000 km service plan.
