Chery Chery Q vs GWM H6 GT

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.

Chery Chery Q in South Africa

Chery Chery Q

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GWM H6 GT in South Africa

GWM H6 GT

2.0T Hybrid LT Hybrid Current
ZAR 769,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 150 kW 🔧 420 Nm ⛽ 16.1 km/l
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At a Glance — Who Wins What

Performance H6 GT
Fuel Economy H6 GT
🛡 Safety H6 GT
📦 Practicality H6 GT
🔑 Ownership H6 GT

Key Specs Side by Side

The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.

Spec Chery Q H6 GT
Maximum Power - 150 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque - 420 Nm
Engine Size - 1999 cc
Claimed Mileage - 16.1 km/l
Ground Clearance - 192 mm
Boot / Load Bay - 460 l
Airbags - 6
Kerb Weight - 1740 kg
Seating Capacity - -
Warranty - 5 Years / 100,000 km

= leads in this spec

The Bottom Line

H6 GT dominates this comparison with clear advantages across multiple categories.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance H6 GT +20 pts
Efficiency H6 GT +17 pts
Safety H6 GT +94 pts
Practicality H6 GT +15 pts
Ownership H6 GT +15 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

Chery Q

Strengths
  • Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Less comprehensive safety features
  • Less practical in daily usage
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to: General Use
🏆 Overall Winner

H6 GT

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • Stronger safety package
  • More practical for daily use
  • Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
  • No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to: Highway Driving Fuel Efficiency Family Usage

Which One's Right for You?

Chery Q

  • Buyers looking for a balanced all-round vehicle

H6 GT

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability
  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec Chery Q H6 GT
Hybrid System - Parallel Hybrid
Combined Power - 180 kW
Combined Torque - Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors - Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location - Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile - Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter - Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio - 103.4 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio - Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity - Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range - Not Applicable
AC Charging Time - Not Applicable
DC Charging Time - Not Applicable
AC Charging Power - Not Applicable
Aspiration - Turbocharged
Compression Ratio - 10.5:1
Cylinders - 4
DC Charging Power - Not Applicable
Drive Type - FWD
Engine Code - GW4C20B
Engine Displacement - 1999 cc
Fuel System - Direct Injection
Fuel Type - Hybrid
Launch Control - No
Regenerative Braking - Yes
Top Speed - 200 km/h
Valves - 16
Valves per Cylinder - 4
Engine - 2-litre Turbocharged Petrol Hybrid
Maximum Torque - 420 Nm
0-100 km/h - 8.2 sec
Battery Capacity - 1.8 kWh
Battery Type - Lithium-ion
Battery Voltage - Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout - Inline
Drive Modes - Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power - 150 kW @ 5500 rpm
Motor Type - Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission - Not Officially Disclosed
Bore - Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke - Not Officially Disclosed
Spec Chery Q H6 GT
360 Degree Camera - Yes
Active Engine Braking - No
Adaptive Cruise Control - Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control - Yes
Around View Monitor - Yes
Attention Assist - Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking - Yes
Automatic High Beam - Yes
Auto Highbeam - Yes
Auto Lights - Yes
Auto Park Assist - No
Auto Wipers - Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring - Yes
Blind Spot Warning - Yes
Cruise Control - Yes
Driver Fatigue Alert - Yes
Eco Mode - Yes
Emergency Braking - Yes
EV Mode - Yes
Forward Collision Warning - Yes
Front Camera - Yes
Lane Departure Warning - Yes
Lane Keep Assist - Yes
Park Assist - Yes
Parking Distance Sensors - Front and Rear
Parking Sensor - Front and Rear
Parking Sensors - Front and Rear
Pre-Collision System - Yes
Rain Sensor Wipers - Yes
Rear View Camera - Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert - Yes
Rear Parking Sensors - Yes
Rear View Camera - Yes
Reverse Camera - Yes
Reverse Camera Type - Yes
Reversing Camera - Yes
Sport Mode - Yes
Surround View Camera - Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition - Yes

Overall Verdict Score

Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

H6 GT leads by 34 points

H6 GT dominates this comparison with clear advantages across multiple categories.

Winner 73 /100
Lead 34 points
Data 97% confidence
73
#1 Winner

H6 GT

97% data confidence 2 strong categories
Best at Safety 94 Check Practicality 65
Performance 70
Efficiency 67
Safety 94
Practicality 65
Ownership 65
Leads by 34 points
39
#2

Chery Q

11% data confidence 0 strong categories
Best at Performance 50 Check Safety 0
Performance 50
Efficiency 50
Safety 0
Practicality 50
Ownership 50
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance H6 GT +20 Efficiency H6 GT +17 Safety H6 GT +94 Practicality H6 GT +15 Ownership H6 GT +15

High confidence result.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

H6 GT

Performance 70/100
Efficiency 67/100
Safety 94/100
Practicality 65/100
Ownership 65/100

Chery Q

Performance 50/100
Efficiency 50/100
Safety 0/100
Practicality 50/100
Ownership 50/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 GWM H6 GT wins with 73 pts vs 39 pts for Chery Q

In structured scoring, H6 GT emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Chery Q may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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Questions Buyers Usually Ask

On our scoring the H6 GT edges ahead overall. That said, the right choice depends on what you actually use the car for — the breakdown above shows exactly where each one wins and loses.

Efficiency scores: Chery Q 50 vs H6 GT 67. In the real world, diesel variants of either car will beat the claimed figure on long highways and fall short in Joburg traffic.

Safety scores: Chery Q 0, H6 GT 94. Check each model page for NCAP ratings and which trim levels include AEB and blind-spot monitoring — those features aren't always standard.

Long-term ownership scores: Chery Q 50, H6 GT 65. Service intervals, parts availability in SA, and whether a service plan is bundled all factor in — check the individual variant specs for that detail.

Practicality scores: Chery Q 50, H6 GT 65. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: Chery Q 50, H6 GT 70. This looks at real-world pace — 0–100 kph, highway flexibility, and how either car feels when you actually need to overtake on an N-road.

Resale varies with colour, spec, and market timing, but Japanese brands — and Toyota specifically — have a strong track record in SA. Check current used prices for both on AutoTrader to see the real gap right now.

Ground clearance and 4WD availability are what matter most here. Scroll to the spec table above to compare both side by side — if either model offers a 4WD variant, that's the version worth comparing.

Fuel, insurance, and service costs are the big three. Diesel variants of both models typically save R800–R1,500/month in fuel at current SA pump prices. The H6 GT edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The H6 GT scores better overall, but neither car is a bad buy here. It comes down to what features matter to you — check the full spec table above to see exactly what you gain and lose at each price point.

In Depth — Breaking It All Down

The comparison between Chery Q and H6 GT in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Chery Q scores 50 vs 70.

Efficiency: Chery Q scores 50 vs 67.

Safety: Chery Q scores 0 vs 94.

Practicality: Chery Q scores 50 vs 65.

Ownership: Chery Q scores 50 vs 65.

Final structured scoring gives H6 GT the advantage in this comparison.