GWM Cannon Alpha

GWM Cannon Alpha

FROM
$50,490

Introduced in 2022, the GWM Cannon Alpha was a major step up for Chinese automaker Great Wall, who arrived in Australia back in the mid-2000s with the budget-freindly V240 ute.

The GMW Cannon is still very much on the affordable end of the Australia ute segment, though it is proof the brand has matured significantly, offering more tech, a better drivetrain and a sleeker design.

The line-up currently starts at $50,490 for the Cannon Alpha Lux (4X4) and ranges through to $66,990 for the range-topping Cannon Alpha Ultra Phev (4X4).

8.9L/100km (combined)
Dual Cab
9 Speed Automatic
Diesel
Rating Summary
Price and features
8
Practicality
7
Driving
9
Safety
9
Overview
Likes
Ride/handling/comfort
Electric-only driving mode
3500kg towing/1000km-plus range
Dislikes
Small payload
Spare wheel location
Faulty tailgate-split function

GWM Cannon Alpha News

SALES
Are plug-in hybrid utes over before they began? Why the 2026 BYD Shark 6, Ford Ranger PHEV and GWM Cannon Alpha will reshape the future of the ute | Analysis
12 Sep 2025
OPINION
Sorry haters – the Chinese ute invasion is the best thing that's ever happened to Australia's boring dual-cab scene with the BYD Shark 6, Cannon Alpha and Jac T9 Hunter showing the way forward | Opinion
2 Aug 2025
OPINION
Is it time to get over your anti-China bias? Why brands such as BYD, Chery, GWM and MG will be a big part of Aussie motoring for decades to come | Opinion
27 Jul 2025
EXISTING MODELS
Australia's only hybrid mid-size ute axed as 2026 GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV takes reins as brand's only electrified Alpha workhorse, rivalling BYD Shark 6 and Ford Ranger PHEV
4 Jul 2025
INDUSTRY NEWS
'We've got a better proposition': GWM said the 2025 GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV is better than the BYD Shark 6 and will go toe-to-toe with the Ford Ranger PHEV plug-in hybrid dual-cab ute
25 May 2025
INDUSTRY NEWS
GWM confirms answer to powerful Ford Ranger: New diesel engine to take the fight to big capacity motors found in the Isuzu D-Max and Volkswagen Amarok
29 Apr 2025
PRICE AND SPECS
Watch out BYD Shark 6 and Ford Ranger PHEV: 2025 Cannon Alpha PHEV now has a longer EV driving range and is cheaper in some states as plug-in hybrid ute battle boils over
28 Apr 2025
SPECULATION
Two-speed 2026 Toyota HiLux strategy revealed as Australia's former best-seller is set to encircle Ford Ranger, BYD Shark 6, GWM Cannon Alpha and other hybrid utes
19 Apr 2025
TRENDING
What is the safest car in Australia?
18 Mar 2025
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GWM Cannon Alpha Pricing & Specs

The price range for the GWM Cannon Alpha varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $50,490 and going to $66,990 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

GWM Cannon Alpha Colours

'Marble White' paint is standard for the GWM Cannon Alpha range. Metallic paint, including 'Crystal Black', 'Storm Grey', 'Onyx Silver' and 'Lunar Red' costs an extra $595.

Crystal Black
Lunar Red
Marble White
Onyx Silver
Storm Grey

GWM Cannon Alpha Accessories

At a minimum all Cannon Alphas feature synthetic leather seats, with six-way electric adjustment for the driver and four-way electric adjustment on the front passenger seat, while upper spec Alphas get leather-accented seats, which are eight-way power-adjustable for the driver (plus position memory and lumbar support) and six-way power-adjustable for the front passenger.

All Cannon Alphas have dual zone climate control, front and rear row USB outlets, plus a 12.3-inch digital cluster as well as wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Upper spec Alphas get a 14.6-inch multimedia screen.

GWM Cannon Alpha Interior

These utes have an overhauled centre console with two new larger tablet-style screens surrounded by woodgrain-style trim. Upper-spec Alphas have a new three-spoke synthetic leather-accented steering wheel and soft front and rear seats.

GWM Cannon Alpha Engine

The GWM Cannon Alpha range includes a choice of 2.4L turbo-diesel engine, 2.0L turbo-petrol hybrid or 2.0L turbo petrol plug-in hybrid.

GWM Cannon Alpha Dimensions

The dimensions of the GWM Cannon Alpha Dual Cab vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

GWM Cannon Alpha Towing Capacity

The GWM Cannon Alpha has maximum towing capacity of 3500kg for the latest model available.

GWM Cannon Alpha Seats

The GWM Cannon Alpha is a dual-cab ute with five seats. At a minimum all Cannon Alphas feature synthetic leather seat trim with upper specs getting leather-accented seats.

GWM Cannon Alpha Wheel Size

The GWM Cannon Alpha has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 265x60 R18 for Dual Cab in 2025 with a wheel size that spans from 8x18 inches.

GWM Cannon Alpha Boot Space

The Cannon Alpha’s tub dimensions are 1500mm long, 1520mm wide, 500mm tall and 1100mm between the arches.

The Turbo Diesel offers an 821kg maximum payload while the Hybrid delivers just 735kg, while braked towing is 3500kg and 750kg unbraked. Gross Vehicle Mass is 3310kg.

GWM Cannon Alpha boot space

GWM Cannon Alpha Speed

The GWM Cannon Alpha range can do the 0-100km/h sprint in approximately 10 to 12 seconds, depending on the variant with a top speed nudging 160km/h.

GWM Cannon Alpha Range

The GWM Cannon Alpha range has official fuel consumption figures ranging from 1.7L/100km for the petrol plug-in hybrid EV to 9.8L/100km for the petrol-electric hybrid. That yields driving ranges of 1060km for the PHEV and a calculated 816km for the petrol-electric hybrid.