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GWM plotting a trio of budget EVs for Australia - carsales.com.au
Ora brand to spearhead Chinese car-maker’s Aussie electric car rollout, including sub-$35K Good Cat
Love the names.
GWM - they've come a long way...
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Love the names.
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Hate to get political but I'm not a fan of the amount of influence Australia accepts from China. Pretty sure Chinese cars are going to be an utter flop in the US which is why they haven't bothered yet.
That said, the Lightning Cat is actually kinda cool looking? Its looks more Porsche than a Panamera lol. Looks like a Porsche sedan concept from 2005 or something and I don't hate it at all.
That said, the Lightning Cat is actually kinda cool looking? Its looks more Porsche than a Panamera lol. Looks like a Porsche sedan concept from 2005 or something and I don't hate it at all.
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GWM's pick-up trucks have been on sale for quite some time down here in South Africa. They are... fairly okay, I suppose, for what they cost.
These EVs look like a major step-up compared to their pick-up offerings, I have to say. Not a huge fan of the Porsche-aping designs, but still colour me intrigued. If they come to South Africa at all, that is.
These EVs look like a major step-up compared to their pick-up offerings, I have to say. Not a huge fan of the Porsche-aping designs, but still colour me intrigued. If they come to South Africa at all, that is.
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That's a bit of the sad thing since I've been living here. Many people shop on price and I'm not talking low price with quality. The Great Wall utes were based on old Colorados. That got them in the door for about $17,000-$19,000. The Isuzu looking SUV was so cheap inside, you couldn't give me one with a boot load of money in the back. People still bought them though.
The offerings they have now, look very upscale. Keep making them cheap, money and quality wise, people will jump on them.
All MG models undercut so many brands, it's a no-brainer to buy one by cash or pay off in a few years(one of my nieces just bought an MG3). These GWM EVs, would open the door for younger buyers to get in the market.
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I think right now, no one in the US cares about China cars because it'll be a while before they come AND it'll be even longer for Americans to accept.
There will be strong philosophical and psychological impedements to accepting a China car.
Further while I can accept a LDV or even an MG or Haval its a long day before you will accept a "Great Wall" or even a BYD or Dong Feng or whatever the hell they think westerners will accept.
Here's an example... if you have MG making cars in Thailand then is that acceptable???
The $55k Ranger I drive at work is made in Thailand.
For the West and Japan its good that the Chinese importers here are useful as a bag of rocks because post sales support has been pretty dire for all China brands.
But for me, I can see that it'll be fairly quick when the Chinese are making 5 star safety cars where you get a 7-10yr warranty and your price you're getting a top spec car with stuff you just cant get in a Japanese or Korean car and they have good post sales support,
Whether they can deliever that before 2030 is another matter. Further the Chinese are good at battery tech.
My question would be....
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Can you find a competitor for say $50,000 aud that has the same spec and warranty and outperforms this?
Is there a turbo 2.0 four w/ 7 spd dual clutch SUV that has 7yrs on it for $50k?
This car is under $40,000.
There will be strong philosophical and psychological impedements to accepting a China car.
Further while I can accept a LDV or even an MG or Haval its a long day before you will accept a "Great Wall" or even a BYD or Dong Feng or whatever the hell they think westerners will accept.
Here's an example... if you have MG making cars in Thailand then is that acceptable???
The $55k Ranger I drive at work is made in Thailand.
For the West and Japan its good that the Chinese importers here are useful as a bag of rocks because post sales support has been pretty dire for all China brands.
But for me, I can see that it'll be fairly quick when the Chinese are making 5 star safety cars where you get a 7-10yr warranty and your price you're getting a top spec car with stuff you just cant get in a Japanese or Korean car and they have good post sales support,
Whether they can deliever that before 2030 is another matter. Further the Chinese are good at battery tech.
My question would be....
2021 Haval H6 review | CarAdvice
The new Haval H6 spearheads the relaunched Chinese brand in Australia, and looks set to put serious pressure on the medium-SUV segment.
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Can you find a competitor for say $50,000 aud that has the same spec and warranty and outperforms this?
Is there a turbo 2.0 four w/ 7 spd dual clutch SUV that has 7yrs on it for $50k?
This car is under $40,000.
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Here's a review of the Tank. That low low price is what'll make its sell if it arrives. Especially, with that diesel.
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GWM Tank 300 2021 Review - carsales.com.au
Chinese brand’s answer to the Jeep Wrangler is a likely starter for Australia next year, but is it worth the wait?
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2022 Haval Big Dog and GWM Tank 300 on wish list for Australia – VIDEO
Chinese car giant Great Wall Motors is considering a couple of SUVs designed to stand out from the crowd.
I like the Big Dog.
unfortunately the chinese are doing things that I like here... everyone else is going to CVTs... but here... ZF torque converter or a 7 spd dct
everyone else is giving you a 2.0 n/a four cyl. fwd... for $35,000
how is that acceptable?? gwm gives you a turbo 4 instead
I feel like that "Tank" is getting to the point where the price is getting to be questionable. $48k-$62k... for a chinese car????
That's a big friggin' ask.
I can accept under $40k.
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Well, the BYD T3 is now Australia's cheapest EV at $35k
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2021 BYD T3: Australia's cheapest electric vehicle now on sale from $35,855 drive-away
The 2021 BYD T3 is now officially on sale in Australia, priced from $35,000 before on-road costs.
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Well, in my area, top speed is 60kmh. Down to 40 with the tram and 30 through the foreshore. I think because it's so slow, besides reading the specs, people will wonder why it doesn't have the pep of other EVs.
Definitely a local delivery vehicle. Only 15. They will be a rare sight.
Definitely a local delivery vehicle. Only 15. They will be a rare sight.
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That looks pretty darn good.
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GWM reveals Tank 400 and Tank 500 four-wheel-drives
GWM Tank 400 and Tank 500 revealed to compete against Toyota LandCruiser Prado
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Chinese car brands in general have been getting a surprising amount of attention over here in the GCC lately. Not only dealerships & social media influencers have been heavily marketing brands like Geely's, GACs and MGs but the whole "it's cheaper than the rest" appeal have definitely pushed more people into buying them. It's kinda like Toyota's during the 70s or Hyundai's in the 2000s.
As of now, Changan is now outselling Chevrolet, KIA and Ford in a neighbor country to mine. Mind you, GM in particular have always held a strong foot hold in the market ever since cars became a thing here. To see some obscure brand that no one here have ever heard of prior to 2015 is insane. Of course, a lot are skeptical of the reliability and build quality of said brands.
As of now, Changan is now outselling Chevrolet, KIA and Ford in a neighbor country to mine. Mind you, GM in particular have always held a strong foot hold in the market ever since cars became a thing here. To see some obscure brand that no one here have ever heard of prior to 2015 is insane. Of course, a lot are skeptical of the reliability and build quality of said brands.
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GWM Ora set for Australian launch
GWM Ora to launch in Australia as budget electric brand.
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BYD Dolphin 2022 Review – International
The name will change by the time it gets here, but BYD’s new electric hatch is set to become the cheapest EV available in Australia
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Tank 800 joins GWM’s off-road onslaught
More off-roaders from GWM’s Tank sub brand revealed, chance of import to Australia
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This is why I can't take Chinese cars seriously. Not only do they often rip design cues from other brands but I can't imagine the build quality of these chinese knock-offs are that good. Lest not we mention the potential security risks of using one of their cars, given that they're heavily reliant on computers.
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2023 GWM Ora review: Australian preview drive
The artist formerly known as Good Cat, now simply Ora in Australia, is an intriguing and cute entrant into the price-driven EV market
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2023 GWM Ora drive-away pricing*:
| State/territory | Standard Range | Extended Range | GT |
| ACT | $45,137 | $49,137 | $54,637 |
| NSW | $45,550 | $49,550 | $55,050 |
| NT | $44,490 | $48,490 | $54,125 |
| QLD | $46,114 | $50,194 | $55,804 |
| SA | $46,891 | $51,051 | $56,771 |
| TAS | $45,090 | $49,090 | $54,590 |
| VIC | $47,234 | $51,402 | $57,138 |
| WA | $47,891 | $52,403 | $58,405 |
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From where they started, this isn’t a bad looking thing…. er, Tank.
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GWM announces capped price servicing for Ora
First five services just $99 under Great Wall Motors new capped-price service program
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2024 GWM Tank 330 with twin-turbo petrol V6 sells out in six seconds – report
A limited-edition Tank 300 has been unearthed in China. Known as the Tank 330, the model is powered by a twin-turbo V6.
2024 GWM Haval H9 revealed, in line for Australia
Chinese car giant GWM's new seven-seat Haval H9 large SUV is expected to reach Australia.
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I don't think that's bad.
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Thai Tuner Makes Ora Good Cat Look Like A 911 GT3 RS Hatchback | Carscoops
This version of the Chinese EV is more of a wild cat although it doesn't feature any performance or chassis upgrades to justify the looks
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True, but the 997 is the one that started the central grille flanked by vertical slots with large stacked grilles on the flanks and the cute lil hood vent. All three gens are evolutions and they all look fantastic. I think it might be the most iconic Porsche fascia of all time because people put reps on all sorts of cars, especially Caymans and Boxsters.
Bwooaaahh.
Bwooaaahh.
