GWM H2 vs GWM H6 GT PHEV

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.

Includes a historical vehicle

Current, upcoming and historical vehicles can be compared side by side. Historical records keep their verified specifications, while price labels show last-listed context rather than current new-car availability.

GWM H2 Discontinued model
GWM H2 in South Africa

GWM H2

1.5T LT Petrol 6-Speed DCT Discontinued model
ZAR 339,900 last listed
Discontinued model Verified historical specifications remain visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 110 kW 🔧 210 Nm ⛽ 7.5 km/l
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GWM H6 GT PHEV in South Africa

GWM H6 GT PHEV

1.5T Ultra Luxury 4WD PHEV DHT Plug-in Hybrid Current
ZAR 799,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 321 kW 🔧 762 Nm ⛽ 125 km/l
Add a 3rd car

At a Glance — Who Wins What

Performance H6 GT PHEV
Fuel Economy H6 GT PHEV
🛡 Safety H2
📦 Practicality H2
🔑 Ownership H6 GT PHEV
Recorded price context H2: last listed from ZAR 299,900 · H6 GT PHEV: current from ZAR 799,900

Key Specs Side by Side

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

Spec H2 H6 GT PHEV
Maximum Power 110 kW @ 5500 rpm 321 kW
Maximum Torque 210 Nm 762 Nm
Engine Size 1497 cc 1500 cc
Claimed Mileage 7.5 km/l 125 km/l
Ground Clearance 175 mm 170 mm
Boot / Load Bay Not confirmed 392 l
Airbags 4 Front double, front side and side curtain airbags
Kerb Weight Not confirmed 2075 kg
Seating Capacity Not confirmed -
Warranty 3 Years / 100,000 km 5 Years / 100,000 km

= leads in this spec

Archived models stay fully comparable. Verified specs remain visible; historical fields that were not source-confirmed are marked Not confirmed instead of being guessed.

The Bottom Line

H6 GT PHEV has a slight advantage, but H2 remains highly competitive.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance H6 GT PHEV +55 pts
Efficiency H6 GT PHEV +61 pts
Safety H2 +57 pts
Practicality H2 +6 pts
Ownership H6 GT PHEV +21 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

H2

Strengths
  • Stronger safety package
  • More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to: Family Usage
🏆 Overall Winner

H6 GT PHEV

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
  • Less comprehensive safety features
  • Less practical in daily usage
Best suited to: Highway Driving Fuel Efficiency

Which One's Right for You?

H2

  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability

H6 GT PHEV

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Full Specs, Side by Side

Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.

Spec H2 H6 GT PHEV
Model Introduced Year 2017 Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation First generation Haval H2 in SA, on sale 2017-2022. Discontinued in favour of the Jolion, which used a more modern platform and powertrain. Current South African H6 GT PHEV listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History H2 received a mid-cycle update in 2019 that brought minor exterior styling changes, improved infotainment software and refinements to the DCT calibration. Updates continued through the model life to address recurring DCT issues, with the final 2022 specification being notably improved over the original 2017 launch model. 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 2022 Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending Not confirmed Current
Body Style Not confirmed Coupe SUV
Color Note Not confirmed Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note Not confirmed Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note Not confirmed Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.5T Ultra Luxury 4WD PHEV DHT
Model Year Not confirmed 2026
Production Status Not confirmed published
Segment Not confirmed SUV
Vehicle Type Not confirmed SUV
Tare Mass Kg Not confirmed 2041 kg
Spec H2 H6 GT PHEV
LSD Available Not Applicable Not Applicable
Transfer Case Not Applicable Not Applicable
Differential Lock Not Applicable Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters Yes Not Applicable
Engine Position Transverse Front-Mounted -
Gearbox 6-Speed DCT Automatic
Final Drive Ratio 4.12:1 Not Applicable
Steering Turns Lock to Lock 3.4 -
Number of Gears 6 Not Applicable
Transmission Type Automatic DCT Automatic
Clutch Type Torque Converter DCT Not Applicable
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Not Applicable
Gearbox Type Automatic Automatic
Transmission Speeds 6 Not Applicable
Drivetrain Layout Not confirmed 4WD / AWD
Gear Shift Indicator Not confirmed Yes
4WD Engagement Not confirmed Available
4WD Hi Range Not confirmed Available
4WD Lo Range Not confirmed Not Applicable
4WD Selector Not confirmed Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles Not confirmed Not Applicable
Drive Mode Selector Not confirmed 4WD/off-road drive mode support
Front Differential Lock Not confirmed Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio Not confirmed Not Applicable
Low Range Not confirmed Not Applicable
Axle Layout Not confirmed Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock Not confirmed Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type Not confirmed Automatic

Overall Verdict Score

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

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

H6 GT PHEV leads by 13 points

H6 GT PHEV has a slight advantage, but H2 remains highly competitive.

Winner 65 /100
Lead 13 points
Data 84% confidence
65
#1 Winner

H6 GT PHEV

84% data confidence 2 strong categories
Best at Performance 100 Check Safety 9
Performance 100
Efficiency 96
Safety 9
Practicality 60
Ownership 65
Leads by 13 points
52
#2

H2

87% data confidence 0 strong categories
Best at Safety 66 Check Efficiency 35
Performance 45
Efficiency 35
Safety 66
Practicality 66
Ownership 44
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance H6 GT PHEV +55 Efficiency H6 GT PHEV +61 Safety H2 +57 Practicality H2 +6 Ownership H6 GT PHEV +21

Moderate difference between the models.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

H6 GT PHEV

Performance 100/100
Efficiency 96/100
Safety 9/100
Practicality 60/100
Ownership 65/100

H2

Performance 45/100
Efficiency 35/100
Safety 66/100
Practicality 66/100
Ownership 44/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 GWM H6 GT PHEV wins with 65 pts vs 52 pts for H2

In structured scoring, H6 GT PHEV emerges as the stronger overall package. However, H2 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 PHEV 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: H2 35 vs H6 GT PHEV 96. 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: H2 66, H6 GT PHEV 9. 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: H2 44, H6 GT PHEV 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: H2 66, H6 GT PHEV 60. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: H2 45, H6 GT PHEV 100. 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 PHEV edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The H6 GT PHEV 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 H2 and H6 GT PHEV in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: H2 scores 45 vs 100.

Efficiency: H2 scores 35 vs 96.

Safety: H2 scores 66 vs 9.

Practicality: H2 scores 66 vs 60.

Ownership: H2 scores 44 vs 65.

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