GWM has become one of Australia’s fastest-growing car makers, but don’t assume that it’s taking its foot off the accelerator. It already makes a range of products from small SUVs and electric cars to plug-in hybrid off-roaders and dual-cab utes, but GWM Australia will expand its range even further over the next 12 or so months.

There are new engines, new-generation models and even an entirely new premium sub-brand on the way. Here’s what Australian buyers can expect from GWM in the months ahead…

Tank 500 3.0-litre diesel: Next month

Diesel power is coming to the GWM Tank 500 large SUV for the first time, with Australia set to become one of the first markets to receive the brand’s new 3.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine making keen outputs of 170kW and 620Nm.

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Previously available with both hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, the new diesel variant will open up the Tank 500 to a larger range of buyers and promises to make the workhorse even more capable, particularly for drivers who want to tow or travel long distances.

Cannon Alpha 3.0-litre diesel: Next month

The same new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel will also find a home beneath the bonnet of the Cannon Alpha ute. It’s not the first time diesel power has graced the model, which is currently available with a smaller 2.4-litre unit, but the new engine now gives it Ford Ranger-rivalling grunt.

Diesel is still the dominant fuel choice for dual-cab utes in Australia, particularly for those wanting to tow. In that regard, the Cannon Alpha 3.0L is impressive with its ability to haul a 3500kg braked trailer. Even better, when unladen its combined fuel consumption is just 7.3L/100km.

Cannon Plug-in Hybrid: Third quarter

GWM already offers plug-in hybrid variants of many of its products, and the latest to receive one is the Cannon ute. Using the same ‘Hi4-T’ drivetrain that’s found in other GWM products like the Tank 300, the Cannon plug-in hybrid will offer an electric driving range of 84km (WLTP).

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Because it’s a plug-in hybrid combining a turbocharged 2.0-litre petrol engine and an electric motor, the Cannon PHEV delivers a strong 310kW of power and 750Nm of torque, making it the gruntiest Cannon by far. More details about the Cannon PHEV are due to be shared soon ahead of its on-sale date in just a few weeks.

Wey G9: Late 2026

Perhaps the biggest change to GWM’s Australian operation will be the introduction of Wey, which will become the company’s fifth local sub-brand alongside Haval, Tank, Ora and Cannon. Already offered in many global markets, Wey will first sell the G9 luxury plug-in hybrid people mover, which will be aimed at rivals like the Denza D9 and Zeekr 009.

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Not much is yet known about its Australian pricing or positioning, but we’re expecting a lavish interior, with seven seats, second-row captain’s chairs and a very long equipment list, which will do a good hob of showcasing GWM’s increasingly ambitious premium sub-brand.

Ora 5 Touring: Late 2026

GWM Australia will move beyond selling just SUVs and utes with the arrival of the Ora 5 Touring wagon. Expected to arrive around the end of 2026, the Touring stretches the Ora 5 formula into a considerably larger and more practical package. At 4758mm in length, it’s almost 300mm longer than the Ora 5 SUV, while a larger 71.1kWh battery will also feature in the electric version.

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Full specifications, pricing and driving range are yet to be announced, but GWM has confirmed that the battery-electric model is definitely headed our way. It’ll also be a rare beast in the local market as affordable wagons remain thin on the ground, potentially giving the Ora 5 Touring an interesting niche when it arrives.

Wey SUVs: Early 2027

The Wey G9 won’t be alone for long. GWM has confirmed another two Wey products are due to reach Australia in early 2027, broadening the premium brand beyond the people-mover segment. SUVs will play a key role in Wey’s Australian expansion, with models including the large V9X giving an indication of where the brand could head next. More Australian details are expected soon.

Haval Jolion Max: Early 2027

GWM’s hugely popular Haval Jolion is also set to grow with the new, larger Jolion Max. As its name suggests, the Jolion Max will provide a larger alternative to the existing Jolion and help bridge the gap to the H6, giving GWM yet another entrant in Australia’s booming SUV market.

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We expect electrification to feature prominently for the Jolion Max, in keeping with GWM’s increasingly hybrid-heavy Australian line-up to meet NVES compliance.

Next-generation Haval H6: First half of 2027

One of GWM’s most important Australian models is also heading for a major overhaul, with the next-generation Haval H6 due in the first half of 2027. It’s already been revealed in China, with a larger body, fresher styling and more in-car tech that will no doubt prove popular with buyers as the current model also does.

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Both hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains are planned for Australia, with the new-generation model set to build on the strong value and extensive equipment that have helped make the current H6 one of GWM’s biggest sellers.

Given the speed with which GWM is expanding in Australia, we’re expecting far more models to be introduced locally in the next 12 months. More models – including the flagship Tank 700, as well as the brand’s first V8 drivetrain – remain under consideration as GWM continues its push in growing Australian sales even further.