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From GWM Press Release
Australian buyers have long accepted compromise. Choose a diesel for towing, touring and serious off-road capability. Choose an electric vehicle for lower running costs and everyday refinement. Or choose a hybrid that improves efficiency but falls short when the job gets tough.
GWM believes those compromises are no longer necessary. Australian ute buyers deserve a vehicle that delivers capability, efficiency and value without compromise.
Enter the all-new Cannon Hi4-T Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV), Australia's most versatile plug-in hybrid ute, engineered to seamlessly combine electric commuting, genuine four-wheel drive capability, long-distance touring and everyday practicality in one highly capable package.
With the arrival of the Cannon Hi4-T PHEV, GWM further strengthens Australia's most versatile ute range.
Complementing the larger Cannon Alpha Hi4-T PHEV, the Cannon Hi4-T PHEV doubles GWM's growing electrified ute portfolio, making GWM the only automotive manufacturer in Australia to offer two plug-in hybrid ute models. With the Cannon range now spanning two distinct models, three body styles and four powertrains, its strength lies not only in outstanding value and technology, but also in the genuine versatility it offers Australian consumers through greater freedom of choice.
At the heart of the Cannon PHEV is GWM's proprietary Hi4-T intelligent hybrid technology. Developed specifically for body-on-frame four-wheel drive vehicles, Hi4-T intelligently integrates electrification with a traditional mechanical four-wheel drive system, preserving the core attributes Australian ute buyers demand including genuine off-road capability, long-distance touring confidence and the capability expected of a modern ute, while delivering the refinement, responsiveness and efficiency of electrification.
Power comes from a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired with a high-output electric motor, producing a combined 310kW and 750Nm, while delivering fuel consumption of just 2.4L/100km (NEDC)*. Unlike conventional hybrid systems, Hi4-T retains a traditional transmission and mechanical four-wheel drive system, ensuring capability is never sacrificed in pursuit of efficiency.
Versatility for the week a head
With a large-capacity 33.1kWh battery delivering a class-leading 115km of electric-only driving range (NEDC), the Cannon Hi4-T PHEV enables many owners to complete their daily commute on electric power alone. The result is lower fuel consumption, quieter operation and smooth, instant electric response, all without changing the way owners use their vehicle. The class-leading electric driving range also reduces the need for frequent charging, providing many drivers with several days of electric driving from a single charge**.
When it's time to leave the city behind, the petrol engine seamlessly extends driving range to an impressive 1,037km (NEDC), eliminating the range anxiety often associated with full battery electric vehicles and giving owners the confidence to tackle long-distance road trips and regional adventures.
Versatility that extends well beyond driving
Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability, including integrated 230V power outlets in the tub, transforms the Cannon Hi4-T into a mobile power source capable of running power tools on the worksite, camping equipment off-grid or household appliances wherever power is needed. Whether it's a weekday job site, a weekend campsite or a family holiday, the Cannon Hi4-T PHEV provides convenient onboard power while adapting to the task at hand.
Importantly, GWM will make this advanced electrification more accessible. When local pricing is confirmed, the Cannon Hi4-T PHEV will become one of Australia's most affordable plug-in hybrid utes, lowering the barrier to electrified ute ownership without compromising capability, performance or practicality.
Together, these capabilities enable the Cannon Hi4-T PHEV to transition seamlessly from weekday commuting to weekend adventures, towing duties and long-distance touring, without compromise. Combining genuine four- wheel drive capability, a class-leading electric driving range, integrated Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) functionality with onboard power and a 3,500kg braked towing capacity, the Cannon Hi4-T makes a compelling case as Australia's most versatile plug-in hybrid ute, while further reinforcing the Cannon's position as Australia's most versatile ute range.
Further specifications, pricing and local availability for the all-new GWM Cannon Hi4-T PHEV will be announced closer to launch.
Customers interested in being among the first to receive updates on model specifications, pricing, launch timing and availability are encouraged to register their interest via the GWM Australia website.
* Fuel figures tested in accordance with ADR81/02 (combined) and are stated for the purposes of comparison amongst vehicles only. Real world fuel consumption figure may vary. Actual fuel consumption depends on factors such as traffic conditions, vehicle condition, driving dynamics and any accessories fitted.
** Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) average annual vehicle travel data, equating to approximately 33km of driving per day. Actual electric driving range and time between charges will vary depending on driving style, vehicle load, terrain, road conditions, weather, battery condition and charging habits.
