Here’s why the GWM Poer300 could be the ideal low-cost pick-up truck
GWM has been quickly establishing itself here in the UK and we couldn’t wait to get a Poer300 review lined up as the brand’s latest model.
While the pick-up Poer300 may have a slightly off-the-wall name, it’s got some really cool features and here at UK Carline, we’ve been able to get up close and personal with it. Here’s everything you need to know.
It’s competitively priced
GWM is well-known for its value-focused pricing and it looks as if the Poer300 will be no different. Prices start from £31,495, making it one of the cheapest pick-ups of its type available in the UK. It’ll go up against rivals like the Volkswagen Amarok, Ford Ranger and Isuzu D-Max when it hits the road.
Here at UK Carline we’ve got some of GWM’s core models to check out, so take a look and see which one could work for you today.
It’s pronounced ‘power’
That Poer300 badge might look a little strange, but it’s actually quite simple. You pronounce it just like ‘power’, while the 300 part is very straightforward.
Elsewhere in GWM’s range you’ve got cars like the Haval Jolion Pro and the cutesy Ora 03 which, rather famously, started life as the interestingly named ‘Funky Cat’.
It’s got a rugged diesel engine
While GWM may have used electric and hybrid technology across the rest of the range, for the Poer300 it hasn’t strayed too far from the more traditional end of things. The Poer300 uses a rugged 2.4-litre turbocharged diesel engine with around 180bhp and 480Nm of torque. GWM says that you could get up to 32.7mph combined, too, and all versions get a nine-speed automatic gearbox and full-time four-wheel-drive for the best-possible traction in all conditions.
GMW has included a variety of driver modes to help tailor the truck towards whatever driving situation you’re in, too. Normal, Eco, Sport, Snow, Mud and Sand all change the setup of the Poer300 and ensures that it keeps going no matter the conditions. Coupled with 230mm of ground clearance and you’ve got a pick-up truck that’ll go wherever you need it to.
The truck is accompanied by a 3,500kg towing capacity and a maximum payload of 1,000kg, which means it’ll slot easily into a variety of roles. As the photos show, the loadbed of the Poer300 is also easy to access, with fold-out steps available to make this process as simple as can be.
There’s plenty of technology on board
Just because the Poer300 has been designed to offer rugged dependability doesn’t mean that it misses out on key luxuries. In fact, you’ll find plenty of high-end technologies fitted across the board. There’s a 12.3-inch infotainment system running Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, for instance, as well as a seven-inch digital driver’s display.
You’ve also got a wireless smartphone charging pad and a variety of soft-touch materials used throughout the cabin.
There are three trim levels to choose from
The Poer300 arrives with a choice of three trim levels. Entry-level Lux brings 18-inch alloy wheels, keyless entry, rear parking sensors and leatherette seats, while middle-rung Ultra adds in heated and ventilated seats, a sunroof and the aforementioned tailgate step for easier access.
Finally, you’ve got Vanta, which brings a stealthy blacked-out trim design, including elements such as the wheel arches and alloy wheels.
The good news is that whichever version you opt for, you’re getting a five-year or 125,000-mile warranty as standard.
Here at UK Carline, we’ve got all manner of GWM vehicles to check out today. But if you’d like more information or to speak to a member of the team, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
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