GWM H6 GT PHEV vs Chery Tiggo 4 Cross HEV

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.

GWM H6 GT PHEV in South Africa

GWM H6 GT PHEV

1.5T Ultra Luxury 4WD PHEV DHT Phev Automatic
ZAR 799,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 321 kW 🔧 762 Nm ⛽ 125 km/l
VS
Chery Tiggo 4 Cross HEV in South Africa

Chery Tiggo 4 Cross HEV

Comfort HEV Hybrid Automatic
ZAR 439,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 150 kW 🔧 310 Nm ⛽ 18.5 km/l
Add a 3rd car

At a Glance — Who Wins What

Performance H6 GT PHEV
Fuel Economy H6 GT PHEV
🛡 Safety Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
📦 Practicality Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
🔑 Ownership H6 GT PHEV
Tiggo 4 Cross HEV starts ZAR 799900 cheaper H6 GT PHEV from ZAR 799,900 · Tiggo 4 Cross HEV from ZAR 439,900

Key Specs Side by Side

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

Spec H6 GT PHEV Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
Engine Power 321 kW 150 kW
Torque 762 Nm 310 Nm
Engine Size 1500 cc 1.5 cc
Claimed Mileage 125 km/l 18.5 km/l
Ground Clearance 170 mm 180 mm
Boot / Load Bay 392 l -
Airbags Front double, front side and side curtain airbags Multiple airbags
Kerb Weight 2075 kg -
Seating Capacity 5 5
Warranty 5 Years / 100,000 km 5 Years / 150 000 km

= leads in this spec

The Bottom Line

Both H6 GT PHEV and Tiggo 4 Cross HEV are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance H6 GT PHEV +38 pts
Efficiency H6 GT PHEV +22 pts
Safety Tiggo 4 Cross HEV +66 pts
Practicality Tiggo 4 Cross HEV +7 pts
Ownership H6 GT PHEV +10 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

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
🏆 Overall Winner

Tiggo 4 Cross HEV

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

Which One's Right for You?

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

Tiggo 4 Cross HEV

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

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec H6 GT PHEV Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
Model Introduced Year Current local generation year not confirmed 2026
Generation Current South African H6 GT PHEV listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data. Current South Africa Tiggo 4 Cross HEV range
Facelift History Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle. Current South Africa version listed by official source
Facelift Launched Since Original current-generation version 2026
Facelift Version Ending Current Current
Body Style Coupe 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 4WD PHEV DHT -
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status published active
Segment SUV SUV
Vehicle Type SUV SUV
Spec H6 GT PHEV Tiggo 4 Cross HEV
Ground Clearance 170 mm 180 mm
Wheelbase 2738 mm 2610 mm
Length 4727 mm 4351 mm
Width 1940 mm 1831 mm
Height 1729 mm 1662 mm
Kerb Weight 2075 kg -
Gross Vehicle Weight 2525 kg 1905 kg
Seating Capacity 5 5
Boot Space 392 l -
Towing Capacity 1500 kg -
Front Track Width - -
Rear Track Width - -
Turning Radius - -
Load Bed Length 392 l -
Load Bed Width - -
Front Legroom - -
Rear Legroom - -
Front Headroom - -
Rear Headroom - -
Front Shoulder Room - -
Rear Shoulder Room - -
Boot Space Seats Folded 1390 l -
Number of Doors 5 5
Max Payload - -
Boot Volume 392 l -
Doors 5 5
Seats 5 5
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 l -
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg 2525 kg 1905 kg
Ground Clearance Max 170 mm 180 mm
Ground Clearance Min 170 mm 180 mm
Ground Clearance Mm 170 mm 180 mm
Height Mm 1729 mm 1662 mm
Length Mm 4727 mm 4351 mm
Loadbox Length Mm 392 l -
Loadbox Width Mm - -
Payload Kg - -
Cargo Volume 392 l -
Tare Mass Kg 2075 kg -
Turning Circle - -
Turning Circle M - -
Width Mm 1940 mm 1831 mm

Overall Verdict Score

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

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

Tiggo 4 Cross HEV leads by 2 points

Both H6 GT PHEV and Tiggo 4 Cross HEV are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Winner 67 /100
Lead 2 points
Data 68% confidence
67
#1 Winner

Tiggo 4 Cross HEV

68% data confidence 2 strong categories
Best at Efficiency 75 Check Ownership 55
Performance 62
Efficiency 75
Safety 75
Practicality 67
Ownership 55
Leads by 2 points
65
#2

H6 GT PHEV

81% data confidence 2 strong categories
Best at Performance 100 Check Safety 9
Performance 100
Efficiency 97
Safety 9
Practicality 60
Ownership 65
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance H6 GT PHEV +38 Efficiency H6 GT PHEV +22 Safety Tiggo 4 Cross HEV +66 Practicality Tiggo 4 Cross HEV +7 Ownership H6 GT PHEV +10

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

Tiggo 4 Cross HEV

Performance 62/100
Efficiency 75/100
Safety 75/100
Practicality 67/100
Ownership 55/100

H6 GT PHEV

Performance 100/100
Efficiency 97/100
Safety 9/100
Practicality 60/100
Ownership 65/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Chery Tiggo 4 Cross HEV wins with 67 pts vs 65 pts for H6 GT PHEV

In structured scoring, Tiggo 4 Cross HEV emerges as the stronger overall package. However, H6 GT PHEV 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 Tiggo 4 Cross HEV 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: H6 GT PHEV 97 vs Tiggo 4 Cross HEV 75. 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: H6 GT PHEV 9, Tiggo 4 Cross HEV 75. 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: H6 GT PHEV 65, Tiggo 4 Cross HEV 55. 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: H6 GT PHEV 60, Tiggo 4 Cross HEV 67. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: H6 GT PHEV 100, Tiggo 4 Cross HEV 62. 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 Tiggo 4 Cross HEV edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The Tiggo 4 Cross HEV 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 H6 GT PHEV and Tiggo 4 Cross HEV in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: H6 GT PHEV scores 100 vs 62.

Efficiency: H6 GT PHEV scores 97 vs 75.

Safety: H6 GT PHEV scores 9 vs 75.

Practicality: H6 GT PHEV scores 60 vs 67.

Ownership: H6 GT PHEV scores 65 vs 55.

Final structured scoring gives Tiggo 4 Cross HEV the advantage in this comparison.