Jetour Dashing vs GWM H6

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.

Jetour Dashing in South Africa

Jetour Dashing

Deluxe Petrol Automatic
ZAR 469,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 115 kW 🔧 230 Nm ⛽ 7.8 km/l
VS
GWM H6 in South Africa

GWM H6

1.5T Hybrid LX Hybrid Automatic
ZAR 729,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 115 kW 🔧 260 Nm ⛽ 5.8 km/l
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At a Glance — Who Wins What

Performance Dashing
Fuel Economy H6
🛡 Safety H6
📦 Practicality Dashing
🔑 Ownership H6
Dashing starts ZAR 589900 cheaper Dashing from ZAR 439,900 · H6 from ZAR 589,900

Key Specs Side by Side

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

Spec Dashing H6
Engine Power 115 115
Torque 230 260
Engine Size 1498 1497
Claimed Mileage 7.8 5.8
Ground Clearance 160 198
Boot Space 977 530
Airbags Front and front side airbags plus side curtain airbags 6
Kerb Weight Not Applicable 1680
Seating Capacity 5 5
Warranty - 5

= leads in this spec

The Bottom Line

Both Dashing and H6 are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance Dashing +6 pts
Efficiency H6 +2 pts
Safety H6 +28 pts
Practicality Dashing +8 pts
Ownership H6 +25 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

Dashing

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Less comprehensive safety features
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to: Highway Driving Family Usage
🏆 Overall Winner

H6

Strengths
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • Stronger safety package
  • Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Less practical in daily usage
Best suited to: Fuel Efficiency

Which One's Right for You?

Dashing

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability

H6

  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec Dashing H6
Model Introduced Year Not Available 2022
Generation Current local listing H6 sold in South Africa is the third generation H6 under the Haval brand, launched globally in 2021 and adapted for SA in 2022. Suspension and powertrain calibration is tuned for South African road conditions and fuel quality.
Facelift History Not listed by current South African source page. H6 received a mid-cycle update in late 2024 that brought refined hybrid system calibration for South African altitude and fuel quality, an upgraded driver-assistance package across all variants, the 14.6-inch infotainment screen as standard on LT and LX (replacing the original 12.3-inch unit), and revised exterior detailing including new alloy wheel designs.
Facelift Launched Since Original current-generation version 2024
Facelift Version Ending Current Current
Body Style SUV SUV
Model Year Current 2026
Production Status Active published
Segment SUV SUV
Vehicle Type SUV SUV
Color Note - Crystal White, Hamilton Black, Pittsburgh Silver, Mars Red, Atlantic Blue and Cosmos Grey. Two-tone roof options on LT and LX with selected base colours.
Dealer Stock Note - Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Spec Dashing H6
Ground Clearance 160 mm 198 mm
Wheelbase 2720 mm 2738 mm
Length 4590 mm 4653 mm
Width 1900 mm 1886 mm
Height 1685 mm 1730 mm
Kerb Weight Not Applicable 1680 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight 1888 kg 2200 kg
Seating Capacity 5 5
Boot Space 977 l 530 l
Towing Capacity Not Applicable 1500 kg
Front Track Width Not Applicable 1560 mm
Rear Track Width Not Applicable 1570 mm
Turning Radius Not Applicable 11.8 m
Load Bed Length Not Applicable Not Applicable
Load Bed Width Not Applicable Not Applicable
Front Legroom Not Applicable 1050 mm
Rear Legroom Not Applicable 890 mm
Front Headroom Not Applicable 990 mm
Rear Headroom Not Applicable 960 mm
Front Shoulder Room Not Applicable 1430 mm
Rear Shoulder Room Not Applicable 1390 mm
Boot Space Seats Folded 977 l 730 l
Number of Doors Not Applicable 5
Max Payload Not Applicable Not Applicable
Boot Volume 977 l 530 l
Doors Not Applicable 5
Seats 5 5
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 l 58 l
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg 1888 kg 2200 kg
Ground Clearance Max 160 mm 198 mm
Ground Clearance Min 160 mm 198 mm
Ground Clearance Mm 160 mm 198 mm
Height Mm 1685 mm 1730 mm
Length Mm 4590 mm 4653 mm
Loadbox Length Mm Not Applicable Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm Not Applicable Not Applicable
Payload Kg Not Applicable Not Applicable
Cargo Volume 977 l 530 l
Tare Mass Kg Not Applicable 1680 kg
Turning Circle Not Applicable 11.8 m
Turning Circle M Not Applicable 11.8 m
Width Mm 1900 mm 1886 mm
Front Overhang - 880 mm
Load Sill Height - Low
Rear Overhang - 890 mm
Tracking System - Optional
Boot Space Seats Folded 977 l 730 l

Overall Verdict Score

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

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

H6 leads by 7 points

Both Dashing and H6 are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Winner 62 /100
Lead 7 points
Data 97% confidence
62
#1 Winner

H6

97% data confidence 1 strong categories
Best at Safety 94 Check Efficiency 38
Performance 43
Efficiency 38
Safety 94
Practicality 69
Ownership 65
Leads by 7 points
55
#2

Dashing

68% data confidence 1 strong categories
Best at Practicality 77 Check Efficiency 36
Performance 49
Efficiency 36
Safety 66
Practicality 77
Ownership 40
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance Dashing +6 Efficiency H6 +2 Safety H6 +28 Practicality Dashing +8 Ownership H6 +25

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

H6

Performance 43/100
Efficiency 38/100
Safety 94/100
Practicality 69/100
Ownership 65/100

Dashing

Performance 49/100
Efficiency 36/100
Safety 66/100
Practicality 77/100
Ownership 40/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 GWM H6 wins with 62 pts vs 55 pts for Dashing

In structured scoring, H6 emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Dashing 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 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: Dashing 36 vs H6 38. 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: Dashing 66, H6 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: Dashing 40, H6 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: Dashing 77, H6 69. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: Dashing 49, H6 43. 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 edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The H6 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 Dashing and H6 in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Dashing scores 49 vs 43.

Efficiency: Dashing scores 36 vs 38.

Safety: Dashing scores 66 vs 94.

Practicality: Dashing scores 77 vs 69.

Ownership: Dashing scores 40 vs 65.

Final structured scoring gives H6 the advantage in this comparison.