New 3.0L diesel, hybrids and EVs: GWM confirms nine new models before 2027, including all-new Haval H7 and Haval Jolion Max

GWM has confirmed nine additional and new-generation models will arrive in Australia before 2027, as it strives to become a top-five best-selling brand in the country.

The expansion consists of a few key components: broadening the appeal of its 4×4 lineup with a new 3.0L turbo-diesel, new hybrid and EV models under its Haval sub-brand, the rebirth of Ora and the addition of its fifth sub-brand, the luxury nameplate Wey.

‘Class-leading’ 3.0L diesel and Cannon PHEV due September

GWM has confirmed its new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine will be available in both the Tank 500 large SUV and Cannon Alpha ute in September.

Producing 170kW/620Nm, it’s a big step up over similar engines from Isuzu 140kW/450Nm, while producing more torque than a Ford Ranger V6 (184kW/600Nm). 

Though local testing is still underway, engineers are confident in the performance of the new unit against new rivals, going as far as to call the new unit “class-leading”.

Exact details are yet to be confirmed but the engine is understood to be broadly available across both models, including on a new off-road-focused ‘XSR’ grade for the Cannon Alpha.

Arriving alongside the new diesel donk in the larger 4x4s is the new Cannon Hi4-T plug-in hybrid ute, which is expected to undercut the Cannon Alpha PHEV, currently available from $57,490 driveaway.

Full specifications are yet to be revealed, but GWM Australia confirmed to Chasing Cars the Cannon PHEV features a slightly smaller 32kWh battery, versus 37kWh in the Cannon Alpha, to ensure the full-size spare wheels would remain underslung, rather than in the tray as per its sibling.

Ora 5 SUV arrives, hatch and Touring on the way

GWM has revived its EV-only sub-brand by replacing the ‘Ora’ hatch with a larger Ora 5 small SUV launching in showrooms this month.

The exact differences are unclear, but the SUV version will be followed by a hatchback guise before the end of the year. The hatch will sit lower and feature a smaller battery pack that could push prices even lower than the SUV’s entry point of $33,990 driveaway.

Later, a ‘Touring’ wagon will follow with the 4758mm length adding an additional 287mm of interior space and cargo capability over the SUV. It’s said to also fit a larger 71.1kWh battery pack.

New-gen Haval H7 and Jolion Max expand midsize SUV lineup

GWM will broaden its midsize SUV portfolio beyond the refreshed H6 with a new-generation version of the Haval H7 that will feature both plugless and plug-in hybrid options.

Unlike the current FWD-only H7, the new model will feature AWD as standard, and doubles down on the rugged looks with Defender-like styling along with a rear-mounted spare wheel, a locking rear differential and a variety of off-road drive modes to bolster its claims of versatility. 

The Jolion Max will also follow, with both plug-in hybrid and fully electric drivetrains on offer. Local specs are yet to be confirmed, but the EV version sold in China packs a 61kWh battery pack and a 150kW/260Nm front electric motor, similar to the Ora 5 SUV.

Luxury-pitched Wey to bring both SUV and MPV models

Wey will also land in Australia, with both SUV and MPV models locked in for Australia.

Chasing Cars understands these to be the G9 van and Blue Mountain large luxury SUV, with at least one additional SUV model to follow after.