2027 GWM Cannon Hi4-T is now the cheapest PHEV ute Down Under

Key highlights:

• Cannon Hi4-T starts at $50,990 drive-away
• Launch offers can cut the price to $47,990
• It combines 310kW, 750Nm and 3500kg towing capacity

GWM Australia has priced its new Cannon Hi4-T plug-in hybrid (PHEV) ute from $50,990 drive-away, undercutting every other PHEV ute currently sold in Australia; on top of that, launch discounts can push the price even lower, to $47,990 drive-away.

The Hi4-T brings PHEV technology further down GWM’s off-road ute range after the larger Cannon Alpha Hi4-T arrived in May 2025 and they also join the Tank 300 and Tank 500 PHEVs in Australian showrooms.

Two variants, two launch prices

The mid-size Cannon Hi4-T ute comes in Lux and Ultra variants and these are discounted for both private and ABN buyers until 31 October 2026. Buyers can choose either a $2000 fuel card or a $2000 drive-away bonus.

That takes the cheapest Cannon Hi4-T down to $47,990 drive-away and even without the launch offer, its regular starting price undercuts every PHEV ute currently on the Australian market.

The closest rival is the JAC Hunter PHEV, priced at $49,988 before on-road costs and for a NSW postcode, its estimated drive-away price is $53,905.

GWM becomes the only brand in Australia currently offering two PHEV utes and this launch follows new turbo-diesel powertrains for the Cannon Alpha and Tank 500.

Hi4-T packs 310kW and 750Nm

Like GWM’s other Hi4-T models, the Cannon uses a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, one electric motor and a 33.1kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery.

GWM quotes 310kW and 750Nm, sent through a mechanical four-wheel-drive system via the nine-speed hybrid automatic transmission.

The PHEV system doesn’t cut the Cannon’s key ute capability. The Hi4-T retains a 3500kg braked towing capacity, which remains the segment benchmark and GWM also provides a dedicated towing drive mode.

Off-road hardware includes a low-range transfer case, five all-terrain drive modes, and mechanical four-wheel drive.

The ute also gets vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality as standard, plus several 230V power outlets in the tub.

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Bigger screens inside

The Cannon Hi4-T introduces a new 15.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system and 10.25-inch digital instrument display, and Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard.

Other standard equipment includes:

• Synthetic leather upholstery
• Powered driver’s seat adjustment
• Wireless phone charger

The range-topping Ultra adds:

• Sunroof
• Heated steering wheel
• Heated front seats
• Ventilated front seats
• Power-adjustable front seats

Blacked-out exterior treatment

The Cannon Hi4-T rides on 18-inch black alloy wheels and uses numerous black exterior accents. It also gets LED headlights, LED taillights, a spray-in tub liner, and a full-size steel spare wheel mounted underneath the rear.

Safety equipment

GWM fits a comprehensive safety package as standard:

• Adaptive cruise control
• Blind-spot monitoring
• Driver attention monitoring
• Traffic sign recognition
• Rear parking sensors

The Ultra adds a surround-view monitor and front parking sensors.

2027 GWM Cannon pricing

The mid-size, standard, 2027 GWM Cannon lineup features 9 distinct variants divided across turbo diesel, turbo petrol and PHEV powertrains.

GWM Cannon Alpha is the brand’s upscaled, wider premium ute designed to compete with larger commercial trucks. and features 5 distinct variants split across three powertrains.

The GWM Cannon Hi4-T is expected to reach Australian showrooms in mid-October 2026, with pre-orders now open.