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C5 SHS
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
H6 GT PHEV
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
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Spec
C5 SHS
H6 GT PHEV
Model Introduced Year
2026
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
Current South Africa C5 SHS range
Current South African H6 GT PHEV listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
Current South Africa version listed by official source
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
2026
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
Coupe SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
published
Segment
SUV
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1546 kg
2041 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Color Note
-
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
-
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
-
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.5T Ultra Luxury 4WD PHEV DHT
Spec
C5 SHS
H6 GT PHEV
Length
4400 mm
4727 mm
Width
1830 mm
1940 mm
Height
1590 mm
1729 mm
Wheelbase
2630 mm
2738 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
145 mm
170 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
125 mm
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
51 l
55 l
Boot/Cargo Space
372 l
392 l
Kerb Weight
1546 kg
2075 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2052 kg
2525 kg
Payload Capacity
506 kg
-
Towing Capacity
750 kg
1500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
-
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.1 m
-
Front Headroom
1000 mm
-
Rear Headroom
970 mm
-
Front Legroom
1050 mm
-
Rear Legroom
900 mm
-
Spec
C5 SHS
H6 GT PHEV
Front Track Width
Not Available
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Available
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Not Available
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
C5 SHS
H6 GT PHEV
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Automatic
Dual-zone
Power Windows
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Standard
Standard
Sunroof
Standard
Panoramic sunroof
Electric Tailgate
Standard
Hands-free powered
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
1079 l
1390 l
AC Type
Automatic
Dual-zone
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Climate Zones
-
Dual-zone
Engine Warranty
-
5
Panoramic Roof
Standard
Panoramic sunroof
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Skid Plates
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Voice Command
-
Standard
Accelerator 0 100
-
4.9 sec
Air Conditioning
Automatic
Dual-zone
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Lift Gate
-
Hands-free powered
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
Manual Aircon
-
Dual-zone
Powered Tailgate
-
Hands-free powered
Source Model Column
-
h6-gt-phev
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
Trailer Stability Assist
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trim Level
-
flagship
Variant Role
-
Flagship / premium derivative
Wireless Charger
Standard
Standard
Spec
C5 SHS
H6 GT PHEV
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Self-Charging Hybrid
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Code
SQRH4J15
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Hybrid
Plug-in Hybrid
Hybrid System
Self Charging Hybrid
Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Displacement
1500 cc
1500 cc
Cylinders
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
16
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Petrol injection
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
14.5:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
72.0 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
92.0 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
105 kW @ 5200 rpm
321 kW
Maximum Torque
215 Nm @ 2500-4000 rpm
762 Nm
Combined Power
165 kW
Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Torque
295 Nm
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Type
Permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors
1
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
Front, integrated with hybrid transaxle
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type
FWD
4WD
Transmission
1-Speed Automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
175 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
7.9 sec
4.9 sec
Quarter Mile
15.9 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
6000 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
109 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
195 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
1.83 kWh
Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity
1.55 kWh
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP)
Lithium-ion
Battery Voltage
350 V
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
Not Applicable
180 km
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Regenerative Braking
Yes
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
C5 SHS
H6 GT PHEV
Gearbox
1 DHT
Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
4WD / AWD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
1
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Automatic clutch
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Electric
Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Available
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Available
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
DHT
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
FWD
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
1
Not Applicable
Drive Mode Selector
-
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Spec
C5 SHS
H6 GT PHEV
Claimed Mileage
20.4 km/l
125 km/l
City Mileage
16.5 km/l
10.6 km/l
Highway Mileage
23.7 km/l
14.0 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
51 l
55 l
Emission Standard
Euro VIb
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Standard
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
20.4 km/l
125 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
51
55
Combined Driving Range
More than 1000 km
1000
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Available
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Available
Not Applicable
Spec
C5 SHS
H6 GT PHEV
Airbags
Multiple airbags
Front double, front side and side curtain airbags
ABS
Standard
Not Available
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
AEB
Standard
Not Available
BA
Standard
Not Available
Brake Override System
Standard
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
Not Available
EBD
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Hill Hold
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Not Available
Side Airbags
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
TCS
Standard
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Standard
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Not Available
Spec
C5 SHS
H6 GT PHEV
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Park Assist
Yes
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Not Available
Spec
C5 SHS
H6 GT PHEV
Seat Material
Leatherette / leather
Not Applicable
Heated Seats
Standard
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Standard
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Available
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Available
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Not Applicable
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Power
Not Applicable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Power
Not Applicable
Seat Trim
Leatherette / leather
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
-
3
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen H6 GT PHEV grade before assuming a feature is included.
Interior Colours
-
3
Spec
C5 SHS
H6 GT PHEV
Infotainment System
Touchscreen infotainment
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Not Available
Android Auto
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Not Available
Number of Speakers
8
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
Not Applicable
USB Ports
Front and rear USB where listed
Not Available
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch or larger by trim
12.3
Touchscreen
10.25-inch or larger by trim
12.3
Navigation System
-
Standard
Voice Recognition
-
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25-inch or larger by trim
12.3
Infotainment Display
-
12.3
Connected Services
-
SYNC
Voice Control
-
Standard
Spec
C5 SHS
H6 GT PHEV
LED Headlamps
Standard
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Standard
Not Available
Roof Rails
Standard
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Khaki white, carbon crystal black, moonlight silver, grey and other official Omoda market colours where listed.
3
Headlights
Standard
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Standard
Panoramic sunroof
Roof Type
-
Panoramic sunroof
Body Type
-
SUV
Electric Blind Sunroof
-
Panoramic sunroof
Exterior Colour Options
-
3
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
C5 SHS
H6 GT PHEV
Approach Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
145 mm
170 mm
Ground Clearance Min
145 mm
170 mm
Underbody Protection
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Not Available
Spec
C5 SHS
H6 GT PHEV
Tyre Size
18-inch alloy
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Space-saver
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
18-inch alloy
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Not Applicable
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Spec
C5 SHS
H6 GT PHEV
CO2 Emissions
Not Available
0 g/km
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
PHEV
Hybrid System Type
-
Plug-in hybrid
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Idle CO2 Output
-
0
CO2 Emissions G Km
-
0
Spec
C5 SHS
H6 GT PHEV
Service Plan
5 Years / 70 000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Service Interval
-
10000
Approx Service Cost
-
Included in Service Plan
Battery Warranty
-
8 Years / 160,000 km
Maintenance Plan
-
5 Years / 75,000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
10,000 km
First Service At
-
5000
Service Plan Duration
5 Years / 70 000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Service Plan Distance
5 Years / 70 000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Yes
Alternator
-
110A
Service Intervals
-
10000
Spec
C5 SHS
H6 GT PHEV
Ownership Role
range-specific
Flagship
Price Zar
469900 ZAR
799900 ZAR
Pricing Role
range-specific
Current listed price
Starting Price
469900
799900
Starting Price Zar
469900
799900
Spec
C5 SHS
H6 GT PHEV
Warranty
5 Years / 150 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Years
5 Years / 150 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 Years / 150 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
Yes
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
6 Years
Basic Warranty
5 Years / 150 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
Yes
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
Yes
In depth: how these cars differ
This C5 SHS and H6 GT PHEV comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: C5 SHS 51 vs H6 GT PHEV 100.
Efficiency index: C5 SHS 82 vs H6 GT PHEV 96.
Safety-equipment index: C5 SHS 94 vs H6 GT PHEV 88.
Practicality index: C5 SHS 52 vs H6 GT PHEV 60.
Ownership-cover index: C5 SHS not separately scored vs H6 GT PHEV 65.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
H6 GT PHEV leads by 14 points
H6 GT PHEV has a modest catalogue-index lead, while C5 SHS remains close.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
H6 GT PHEV
Performance
100/100
Efficiency
96/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
60/100
Ownership
65/100
C5 SHS
Performance
51/100
Efficiency
82/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
52/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexGWM H6 GT PHEV
leads the specification evidence index with 83 pts
vs 69 pts for C5 SHS
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, H6 GT PHEV leads. However, C5 SHS may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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