GWM POER300: Big, Bold, and Budget-Friendly
Coming to a GWM showroom near you in September, the all-new GWM POER300 is here to shake up the double-cab pick-up scene with rugged good looks, a tough work ethic, and a wallet-friendly price tag starting at £31,495 CVOTR.
Now before you panic—yes, it's spelled POER, but it's pronounced POWER, and no, we’re not making it up. This new kid on the block promises all the muscle and capability you’d expect from a hard-working pick-up, plus a bit of flash and tech to keep the driver comfy, whether you’re hauling hay or heading into town.
Muscle Where It Matters
Under the bonnet, the POER300 hides a 2.4-litre turbo-diesel engine pushing out a solid 183PS and 480Nm of torque. That’s paired with a nine-speed automatic gearbox and full-time four-wheel drive, complete with low range. In short, it’s built for the job—whether that job is towing 3.5 tonnes of livestock, a digger, or just your pride and joy on a trailer.
Payload? A full 1,000kg. MPG? 32.7 combined, which isn’t bad for a lump this size. And if your work takes you off the beaten track, it’s got the angles and clearance to back it up: 27° approach, 25° departure, and 230mm of ground clearance, plus terrain modes and a locking rear diff as standard. No, really.
Cabin Comfort Meets Modern Tech
Inside, GWM has gone for a soft-touch, plush feel with a 12.3” touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 7” digital driver’s display, and even a wireless charging pad for your phone. If you’re used to basic, rubber-floored pickups, this’ll feel like you've upgraded to first class.
Trim Levels to Suit Your Style
GWM UK plans to launch the POER300 in three trim levels, though final UK spec may still shift slightly:
Lux: 18" alloys, leatherette seats, rear sensors, and a generous helping of safety tech
Ultra: Adds heated & ventilated seats, 360° camera, sunroof, tailgate step, and ambient lighting
Vanta: All black everything—trim, arches, wheels—the full moody look
All models come with a reassuring 5-year/125,000-mile warranty, which should keep any mechanical worries at bay.
Already Winning Fans Down Under
Over in Australia, where it’s sold as the Cannon Ute, the POER300 is already mixing it with the big boys from Europe and Japan, regularly popping up in the top 10 pick-ups and gaining fans for its value-for-money credentials.
Final Thoughts
So, what’s the catch? Honestly, there doesn’t seem to be one. The GWM POER300 looks set to offer serious kit and proper pick-up performance at a price that undercuts most rivals. Perfect for farmers, builders, green laners, or just those who like a big, brawny 4x4 with a few creature comforts.
It hits UK showrooms from September 2025, and if you’re in the market for a new double-cab workhorse, it might just be worth holding off until you’ve given this one a poke around in the metal.
Visit their website for more details: www.gwmcars.co.uk