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.
H6 PHEV starts ZAR 200,000 cheaperD90 from ZAR 899,900 · H6 PHEV from ZAR 699,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
D90
H6 PHEV
Maximum Power
160 kW @ 4000 rpm
268 kW
Maximum Torque
500 Nm @ 1500-2400 rpm
760 Nm
Engine Size
1996 cc
1500 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
10.99 km/l
90.9 km/l
Ground Clearance
210 mm
170 mm
Boot / Load Bay
343 l
560 l
Airbags
Not Officially Disclosed
Front double, front side and side curtain airbags
Kerb Weight
2370 kg
1980 kg
Seating Capacity
7 seats
5 seats
Warranty
5 years / 200000 km
7 years / 200 000 km
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
H6 PHEV has a modest catalogue-index lead, while D90 remains close.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
H6 PHEV
+16 pts
Efficiency
H6 PHEV
+51 pts
Safety
D90
+3 pts
Practicality
D90
+10 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
D90
Strengths
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Catalogue-index leader
H6 PHEV
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
D90
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
H6 PHEV
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
D90
H6 PHEV
Model Introduced Year
2025
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
Current South African D90 generation.
Current South African H6 PHEV listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
No later South African facelift is published.
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
2025
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Seven-seat large SUV
SUV
Model Year
2025
2026
Production Status
active
published
Segment
SUV
SUV
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 Hi-4 4WD PHEV DHT
Tare Mass Kg
-
1946 kg
Spec
D90
H6 PHEV
Length
5046 mm
4703 mm
Width
2016 mm
1886 mm
Height
1876 mm
1730 mm
Wheelbase
2950 mm
2738 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
210 mm
170 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
55 l
Boot/Cargo Space
343 l
560 l
Kerb Weight
2370 kg
1980 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3100 kg
2400 kg
Payload Capacity
730 kg
-
Towing Capacity
3100 kg
1500 kg
Seating Capacity
7 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
3 rows
-
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.45 m
-
Front Headroom
1010 mm
-
Rear Headroom
990 mm
-
Front Legroom
1050 mm
-
Rear Legroom
950 mm
-
Spec
D90
H6 PHEV
Engine
2.0L twin-turbo diesel
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Code
SC20M218Q6B
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Diesel
Plug-in Hybrid
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Displacement
1996 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
Twin Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
High-pressure common-rail direct injection
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
15.9:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
83 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
92 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
160 kW @ 4000 rpm
268 kW
Maximum Torque
500 Nm @ 1500-2400 rpm
760 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type
4WD
4WD
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
175 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Sport, Normal, Eco
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
67.51 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
210.97 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
19.1 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Lithium-ion
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
Not Applicable
106 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
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
D90
H6 PHEV
Gearbox
8-speed automatic
Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine four-wheel drive
4WD / AWD
LSD Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Intelligent/selectable 4WD
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Centre + Rear + Front
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
8
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
Torque-converter automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Torque converter
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Steering wheel
Automatic
Drivetrain
4WD
4x2
4WD Engagement
Not Officially Disclosed
Available
4WD Hi Range
Not Officially Disclosed
Available
4WD Lo Range
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Standard
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Low Range
Standard
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4WD
Two-wheel drive
Rear Differential Lock
Standard
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
8
Not Applicable
Drive Mode Selector
-
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Spec
D90
H6 PHEV
Claimed Mileage
10.99 km/l
90.9 km/l
City Mileage
8.77 km/l
12.2 km/l
Highway Mileage
12.82 km/l
16.0 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
75 l
55 l
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
20 l
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Standard
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
10.99 km/l
90.9 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
75
55
Combined Driving Range
824.18
Over 1000 km
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
735.29 km
Not Applicable
Spec
D90
H6 PHEV
Airbags
Not Officially Disclosed
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
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
AEB
Not Officially Disclosed
Standard
BA
Standard
Not Available
Brake Override System
Yes
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
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Not Available
Side Airbags
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
TCS
Standard
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Not Available
Spec
D90
H6 PHEV
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
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
Not Officially Disclosed
540-degree panoramic camera
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Officially Disclosed
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Officially Disclosed
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Officially Disclosed
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
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Officially Disclosed
540-degree panoramic camera
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Emergency Braking
-
Standard
Pre-Collision System
-
Standard
Surround View Camera
Not Officially Disclosed
540-degree panoramic camera
Spec
D90
H6 PHEV
Seat Material
Leather
Not Applicable
Heated Seats
Standard
Front
Ventilated Seats
Standard
Front
Ambient Lighting
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Not Applicable
60 40 Split Seat
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
8-way electric + lumbar + massage + heating
Not Applicable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-way electric + lumbar + heating + massage + ventilation
Not Applicable
Seat Trim
Leather
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Instrument Cluster Type
-
10.25-inch
Interior Colour Options
-
3
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen H6 PHEV grade before assuming a feature is included.
Interior Colours
-
3
Spec
D90
H6 PHEV
Climate Control
Automatic front and rear
Dual-zone
Power Windows
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Standard
Standard
Sunroof
Panoramic
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Standard
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Not Available
AC Type
Automatic front and rear
Dual-zone
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
1445 l
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Climate Zones
-
Dual-zone
Engine Warranty
-
5
Heads Up Display
-
Full-colour
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Skid Plates
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Air Conditioning
Automatic front and rear
Dual-zone
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
-
10.25-inch
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
Manual Aircon
-
Dual-zone
Heated Steering Wheel
-
Standard
Sound System
12
9
Source Model Column
-
h6-phev
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Surround View Monitor
Not Officially Disclosed
540-degree panoramic camera
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
Spec
D90
H6 PHEV
Infotainment System
12.3-inch touchscreen
Coffee OS
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wireless
Android Auto
Standard
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Wireless
Number of Speakers
12
9
Digital Instrument Cluster
12.3
10.25-inch
USB Ports
Standard
Not Available
Infotainment Screen
12.3
Coffee OS
Touchscreen
12.3
Coffee OS
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Wireless
Infotainment Screen Size
12.3
Coffee OS
Infotainment Display
-
Coffee OS
Audio Speakers
12
9
Audio System
-
9
Display Audio
-
Coffee OS
Head Up Display
-
Full-colour
Multi Information Display
-
10.25-inch
Connected Services
-
Wireless
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Wireless
Spec
D90
H6 PHEV
LED Headlamps
Standard
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Standard
Not Available
Roof Rails
Standard
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Natural White; Metal Ash; Metal Black; Spruce Green
3
Headlights
Standard
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Standard
Not Available
Body Type
-
SUV
Exterior Colour Options
-
3
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
D90
H6 PHEV
Approach Angle
28 deg
Not Available
Departure Angle
25 deg
Not Available
Wading Depth
550 mm
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Locking Differential
Standard
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
20 deg
Not Available
Underbody Protection
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Ground Clearance Max
-
170 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
170 mm
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Not Available
Spec
D90
H6 PHEV
Tyre Size
265/50 R20
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
255/60 R18
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
20
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Not Applicable
Autonomous Emergency Brake
-
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Spec
D90
H6 PHEV
Front Suspension
Double wishbone
Not Available
Rear Suspension
5-link coil spring
Not Available
Front Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
-
Not Applicable
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
D90
H6 PHEV
CO2 Emissions
239 g/km
0 g/km
Hybrid System Type
-
Plug-in hybrid
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
PHEV
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Idle CO2 Output
-
0
CO2 Emissions G Km
-
0
Spec
D90
H6 PHEV
Service Plan
5 years / 100000 km
7 years / 75 000 km
Service Interval
-
12 months / 15 000 km
Approx Service Cost
-
Included in Service Plan
Battery Warranty
-
8 years / 150 000 km
Maintenance Plan
-
5 Years / 75,000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
10,000 km
First Service At
-
5000
Service Plan Duration
5 years / 100000 km
7 years / 75 000 km
Service Plan Distance
5 years / 100000 km
7 years / 75 000 km
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Yes
Alternator
-
110A
Service Intervals
-
12 months / 15 000 km
Spec
D90
H6 PHEV
Ownership Role
Passenger vehicle
Flagship
Price Zar
899900 ZAR
749900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current go-live price
Current listed price
Starting Price
899900
749900
Starting Price Zar
899900
749900
Spec
D90
H6 PHEV
Warranty
5 years / 200000 km
7 years / 200 000 km
Warranty Years
5 years / 200000 km
7 years / 200 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 years / 200000 km
7 years / 200 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
7 years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
6 Years
Basic Warranty
5 years / 200000 km
7 years / 200 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
7 years
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
7 years
Source-backed Catalogue Index
A transparent specification index shown only when every vehicle clears the minimum comparable-data threshold.
Weighted / 100
Catalogue-index readout
H6 PHEV leads by 8 points
H6 PHEV has a modest catalogue-index lead, while D90 remains close.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Catalogue-index leader
H6 PHEV
Performance
98/100
Efficiency
96/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
68/100
Ownership
65/100
D90
Performance
82/100
Efficiency
45/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
78/100
How to Read This Comparison
🏆GWM H6 PHEV
leads the catalogue index with 84 pts
vs 76 pts for D90
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, H6 PHEV leads. However, D90 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
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Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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Check the exact derivatives for drive type, ground clearance, tyres, approach and departure angles, wading depth and low-range gearing where officially disclosed. SUV styling or all-wheel drive alone does not prove that a vehicle is suitable for demanding off-road use.
Calculate each exact derivative using your monthly distance and a current fuel or electricity price, then add finance, insurance, scheduled service, tyres and licence costs. Hagalu does not claim a fixed monthly saving without those buyer-specific inputs.
It is worth more only when the exact price difference buys equipment, space, performance or ownership cover that matters to you. Compare like-for-like lifecycle states and derivatives; a current offer and a historical last-listed price are not directly equivalent.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This D90 and H6 PHEV comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: D90 82 vs H6 PHEV 98.
Efficiency index: D90 45 vs H6 PHEV 96.
Safety-equipment index: D90 93 vs H6 PHEV 90.
Practicality index: D90 78 vs H6 PHEV 68.
Ownership-cover index: D90 not separately scored vs H6 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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