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.
2.0L dCi Panel Van with Rear Camera and Touchscreen PackDiesel6-Speed ManualCurrent
ZAR 635,999ex-showroom
⚡ 125 kW🔧 380 Nm⛽ 13.9 km/l
＋Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
GWM H6 GT PHEV vs Renault Trafic Panel Van: the short answer
H6 GT PHEV has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Trafic Panel Van remains close.
Trafic Panel Van starts ZAR 163,901 cheaperH6 GT PHEV from ZAR 799,900 · Trafic Panel Van from ZAR 635,999
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
H6 GT PHEV
Trafic Panel Van
Maximum Power
H6 GT PHEV321 kW
Trafic Panel Van125 kW @ 3500 rpm
Maximum Torque
H6 GT PHEV762 Nm
Trafic Panel Van380 Nm @ 1500 rpm
Engine Size
H6 GT PHEV1500 cc
Trafic Panel Van2000 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
H6 GT PHEV125 km/l
Trafic Panel Van13.9 km/l
Ground Clearance
H6 GT PHEV170 mm
Trafic Panel Van160 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
GWM H6 GT PHEV
1.5T Ultra Luxury 4WD PHEV DHT
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
H6 GT 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
Trafic Panel Van
Strengths
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
H6 GT PHEV
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Trafic Panel Van
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
H6 GT PHEV
Trafic Panel Van
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 Trafic Panel Van 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
Panel Van
Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
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Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
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Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.5T Ultra Luxury 4WD PHEV DHT
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Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
published
active
Segment
SUV
Panel Van
Tare Mass Kg
2041 kg
1646 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
Panel Van
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
Trafic Panel Van
Length
4727 mm
5480 mm
Width
1940 mm
2283 mm
Height
1729 mm
1967 mm
Wheelbase
2738 mm
3498 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
170 mm
160 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
150 mm
160 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
80 l
Boot/Cargo Space
392 l
8900 l
Kerb Weight
2075 kg
1646 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2525 kg
3070 kg
Payload Capacity
480 kg
1279 kg
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
2500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
2 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
1 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.0 m
6.59 m
Front Headroom
1000 mm
1030 mm
Rear Headroom
960 mm
Not Applicable
Front Legroom
1050 mm
1040 mm
Rear Legroom
900 mm
Not Applicable
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
Trafic Panel Van
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Available
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Available
Front Suspension
Not Available
MacPherson strut with lower triangle and coil spring
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Torsion beam axle
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
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Spec
H6 GT PHEV
Trafic Panel Van
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Available
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Available
Climate Control
Dual-zone
Manual / automatic by trim
Power Windows
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Not Available
Sunroof
Panoramic sunroof
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Hands-free powered
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
1390 l
Not Available
AC Type
Dual-zone
Manual / automatic by trim
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
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Climate Zones
Dual-zone
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Engine Warranty
5
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Panoramic Roof
Panoramic sunroof
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
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Rev Matching
Not Available
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Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Voice Command
Standard
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Accelerator 0 100
4.9 sec
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Air Conditioning
Dual-zone
Manual / automatic by trim
Bed Extender
Not Available
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Canopy Fitment
Not Available
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Lift Gate
Hands-free powered
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Load Bed Cover
Not Available
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Load Bed Light
Not Available
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Load Bed Steps
Not Available
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Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
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Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
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Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
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Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Available
Manual Aircon
Dual-zone
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Powered Tailgate
Hands-free powered
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Source Model Column
h6-gt-phev
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Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
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Sports Bar
Not Available
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Tailgate Damper
Not Available
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Tailgate Lock
Not Available
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Tow Bar Type
Not Available
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Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Trim Level
flagship
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Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
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Wireless Charger
Standard
Not Available
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
Trafic Panel Van
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
2-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Diesel
Hybrid System
Plug-in Hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1500 cc
2000 cc
Cylinders
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
16
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Common-rail diesel injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
321 kW
125 kW @ 3500 rpm
Maximum Torque
762 Nm
380 Nm @ 1500 rpm
Combined Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Drive Type
4WD
FWD
Transmission
Not Officially Disclosed
6-Speed Manual
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
193 km/h
0-100 km/h
4.9 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Eco, Normal, Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
75.9 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
230.9 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Electric Range
180 km
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
Trafic Panel Van
Gearbox
Automatic
Manual
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
FWD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
Not Applicable
Not Available
Transmission Type
Automatic
Manual
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Manual clutch
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Standard
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Manual
Drivetrain
Not Applicable
FWD
4WD Engagement
Available
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Available
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
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Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Manual
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Not Applicable
FWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
Not Applicable
Not Available
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
Trafic Panel Van
Claimed Mileage
125 km/l
13.9 km/l
City Mileage
10.6 km/l
11.3 km/l
Highway Mileage
14.0 km/l
16.3 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
80 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Euro VIb
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Available
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Available
Real-world Mileage
125 km/l
13.9 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
55
80
Combined Driving Range
1000
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
Trafic Panel Van
Airbags
Front double, front side and side curtain airbags
Front airbags
ABS
Not Available
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Not Applicable
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Not Applicable
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
AEB
Not Available
Not Available
BA
Not Available
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Standard
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Standard
EBD
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Standard
Hill Hold
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Standard
Side Airbags
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
TCS
Not Available
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Not Available
Standard
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
Trafic Panel Van
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
Trafic Panel Van
Seat Material
Not Applicable
Fabric or cloth trim
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Available
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not Available
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Available
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Available
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Polyurethane / synthetic
Interior Colour Options
3
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60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Manual
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Manual
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen H6 GT PHEV grade before assuming a feature is included.
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Interior Colours
3
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Seat Trim
Not Applicable
Fabric
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
Trafic Panel Van
Infotainment System
SYNC
Touchscreen infotainment
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Standard
Android Auto
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Standard
Number of Speakers
Not Available
4-6
Navigation System
Standard
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Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Standard
USB Ports
Not Available
Front and rear USB where listed
Voice Recognition
Standard
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Infotainment Screen Size
12.3
10.25-inch or larger by trim
Infotainment Display
12.3
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Infotainment Screen
12.3
10.25-inch or larger by trim
Connected Services
SYNC
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Voice Control
Standard
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Touchscreen
12.3
10.25-inch or larger by trim
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
Trafic Panel Van
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Standard
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Applicable
Exterior Colour Options
3
Official Renault South Africa colours vary by model and dealer stock.
Roof Type
Panoramic sunroof
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Body Type
SUV
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Electric Blind Sunroof
Panoramic sunroof
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Exterior Colour Options
3
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Headlights
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
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Panoramic Sunroof
Panoramic sunroof
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
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Spec
H6 GT PHEV
Trafic Panel Van
Approach Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Applicable
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
170 mm
160 mm
Ground Clearance Min
170 mm
160 mm
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
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Spec
H6 GT PHEV
Trafic Panel Van
Tyre Size
Not Available
215/65 R16
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
Not Available
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
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Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Electronic parking brake
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
Trafic Panel Van
Service Interval
10000
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Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
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Battery Warranty
8 Years / 160,000 km
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Maintenance Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
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Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km
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First Service At
5000
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Service Plan Duration
5 Years / 75,000 km
5 year / 90 000 km
Service Plan Distance
5 Years / 75,000 km
5 year / 90 000 km
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
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Alternator
110A
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Service Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
5 year / 90 000 km
Service Intervals
10000
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Spec
H6 GT PHEV
Trafic Panel Van
Warranty Years
5 Years / 100,000 km
5 Year / 150 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 Years / 100,000 km
5 Year / 150 000 km
Roadside Assistance
Yes
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Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
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Basic Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
5 Year / 150 000 km
Roadside Assistance
Yes
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Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
5 Year / 150 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
Yes
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Spec
H6 GT PHEV
Trafic Panel Van
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
188 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Plug-in hybrid
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Fuel Octane Requirement
PHEV
Diesel
Particulate Filter
Not Available
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Idle CO2 Output
0
-
CO2 Emissions G Km
0
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Spec
H6 GT PHEV
Trafic Panel Van
Ownership Role
Flagship
commercial utility
Price Zar
799900 ZAR
635999 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
commercial utility
Starting Price
799900
635999
Starting Price Zar
799900
635999
In depth: how these cars differ
This H6 GT PHEV and Trafic Panel Van comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: H6 GT PHEV 100 vs Trafic Panel Van 62.
Efficiency index: H6 GT PHEV 96 vs Trafic Panel Van 55.
Safety-equipment index: H6 GT PHEV 88 vs Trafic Panel Van 90.
Practicality index: H6 GT PHEV 59 vs Trafic Panel Van 72.
Ownership-cover index: H6 GT PHEV 65 vs Trafic Panel Van not separately scored.
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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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
H6 GT PHEV leads by 12 points
H6 GT PHEV has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Trafic Panel Van remains close.
Performance
H6 GT PHEV +38
Efficiency
H6 GT PHEV +41
Safety
Trafic Panel Van +2
Practicality
Trafic Panel Van +13
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
H6 GT PHEV
Performance
100/100
Efficiency
96/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
59/100
Ownership
65/100
Trafic Panel Van
Performance
62/100
Efficiency
55/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
72/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexGWM H6 GT PHEV
leads the specification evidence index with 82 pts
vs 70 pts for Trafic Panel Van
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, H6 GT PHEV leads. However, Trafic Panel Van may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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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.
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