At a glance
An equipment-rich diesel value challenger for general work and mixed-use shortlists.
- Double cab wellside
- Diesel powertrain
- Available now in New Zealand
Available nowDiesel
NZ ute model guide
GWM Cannon
An equipment-rich diesel value challenger for general work and mixed-use shortlists.
Current published starting point$41,490 + ORC current offerPrices and capacities vary by body, grade, fitted accessories and delivery timing.
NZ status: Current new-vehicle range listed by GWM New Zealand.
- Towing
- 3,500kg braked
- Power
- 135kW
- Torque
- 480Nm
- Drive
- 4WD with rear differential lock
Work-first research
Everything important, without the brochure clutter
GWM Cannon buyers have plenty to weigh up beyond the badge. This independent-first guide focuses on how the ute may fit a real workday, which questions to ask about the exact variant, and how to compare like-for-like dealer offers.
Published specifications
- Engine / system
- 2.4L turbo-diesel
- Power
- 135kW
- Torque
- 480Nm
- Transmission
- 9-speed automatic
- Towing
- 3,500kg braked
- Driveline
- 4WD with rear differential lock
- Warranty
- 7 years / unlimited km; commercial-use exclusions and limits apply
- Service / ownership
- Use the current GWM schedule and confirm roadside-assistance eligibility
Price & variants
$41,490 + ORC current offerCompare the exact body, grade, on-road costs, fitted work equipment, delivery date and finance conditions—not only the headline price.
Work capability
Start with the completed vehicle: crew, tools, stock, tray or fit-out, accessories and any regular trailer.
- General work
- Value
- Mixed work
Payload & towing
- Towing
- 3,500kg braked
Powertrain
- Powertrain
- Diesel
- Engine / system
- 2.4L turbo-diesel
- Power
- 135kW
Best suited to
General workValueMixed work
Use this as a shortlist starting point. The final decision should follow a loaded test drive and a written, itemised offer.
Things to consider
- Payload after people, accessories and permanently carried equipment
- Service access, replacement transport and parts support
- Real delivery timing and any stock or allocation conditions
Dealer offers
Send one clear brief covering vehicle, work, setup, location and timing. Relevant participating dealers can respond where coverage is available.
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Read guideSpecification recordChecked 25 August 2026
GWM New Zealand Cannon ↗. Values are published New Zealand model-family figures or explicitly labelled international manufacturer figures where the NZ page does not publish the field.
Warranty & ownership recordChecked 25 August 2026
GWM New Zealand warranty programme ↗. Programme conditions, commercial-use limits and time-limited offers can change; confirm eligibility in the written dealer offer.
Image recordGWM New Zealand Cannon model page · verified 25 August 2026
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Common questions
GWM Cannon NZ FAQs
Can Tradie Wheels get me a GWM Cannon quote?+
You can submit one vehicle brief and ask us to seek suitable offers from participating New Zealand dealers. Coverage and the number of responses vary by location, model and timing.
Does Tradie Wheels sell the GWM Cannon?+
No. Tradie Wheels is a comparison and lead-matching service. Any vehicle purchase, finance agreement or warranty is directly between you and the selected supplier.
Which GWM Cannon variant is best for tradies?+
That depends on payload after accessories, towing, cab requirements, travel, security and budget. Compare the exact variant specification against a written work-use brief.