The ‘original’ hybrid version of GWM’s flagship off-roader could meet an early end if the plug-in hybrid version proves to be the top seller.

GWM may move to scrap the ‘plug-less’ hybrid version of the Tank 500 four-wheel-drive if enough customers gravitate to the soon-to-be-launched plug-in hybrid.

It comes as a 3.0-litre turbo-diesel engine firms for the Tank 500 range in 2027 – after a global reveal in Australia mid-next year – with more power and torque than the 2.4-litre in other GWM vehicles.

The regular hybrid variant of the GWM Cannon Alpha ute was axed in July, shortly after the introduction of the plug-in hybrid (PHEV), which was close on price despite a significantly larger battery pack.

While the price difference between hybrid and plug-in hybrid Tank 500s is larger, at $60

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