Foton eTruckmate vs GWM H6

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.

Foton eTruckmate in South Africa

Foton eTruckmate

eTruckMate Electric Current
ZAR 575,000 ex-showroom
⚡ 60 kW
VS
GWM H6 in South Africa

GWM H6

1.5T Hybrid LX Hybrid Current
ZAR 729,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 115 kW 🔧 260 Nm ⛽ 17.2 km/l
+ Add a 3rd car

Decision summary

Foton eTruckmate vs GWM H6: the short answer

Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.

eTruckmate starts ZAR 14,900 cheaper eTruckmate from ZAR 575,000 · H6 from ZAR 589,900

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification eTruckmate H6
Maximum Power eTruckmate60 kW H6115 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque eTruckmateNot Officially Disclosed H6260 Nm
Engine Size eTruckmateNot Applicable H61497 cc
Combined Fuel Economy eTruckmateNot Applicable H617.2 km/l
Ground Clearance eTruckmateNot Officially Disclosed H6198 mm

Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec eTruckmate H6
Model Introduced Year 2024 2022
Generation Compact electric single-cab commercial platform on a 2,600 mm wheelbase. 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 Current South African eTruckmate range, with no separate facelift identified. 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 Not Applicable 2024
Facelift Version Ending Not Applicable Current
Body Style Light truck SUV
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status active published
Segment Battery-electric compact truck SUV
Vehicle Type Electric light commercial vehicle 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
Tare Mass Kg - 1680 kg
Spec eTruckmate H6
Length 4670 mm 4653 mm
Width 1590 mm 1886 mm
Height 1860 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase 2600 mm 2738 mm
Ground Clearance (Default) Not Officially Disclosed 198 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) Not Officially Disclosed -
Fuel Tank Capacity 0 l 58 l
Boot/Cargo Space Not Officially Disclosed 530 l
Kerb Weight Not Officially Disclosed 1680 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) Not Officially Disclosed 2200 kg
Payload Capacity Not Officially Disclosed -
Towing Capacity Not Officially Disclosed 1500 kg
Seating Capacity 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Rows 1 rows -
Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius Not Officially Disclosed 11.8 m
Front Headroom Not Officially Disclosed 990 mm
Rear Headroom Not Officially Disclosed 960 mm
Front Legroom Not Officially Disclosed 1050 mm
Rear Legroom Not Officially Disclosed 890 mm

In depth: how these cars differ

This eTruckmate and H6 comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.

Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.

Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.

Specification Score Withheld

Hagalu does not turn missing specifications into neutral scores or guessed values.

Fail closed

Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.

Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.

What the evidence means

No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.

eTruckmate vs H6 questions

There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.

Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.

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.

A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.

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.