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.
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished EfficiencyPublished Practicality
UX
Strengths
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:General Use
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
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
UX
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
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Spec
H6 GT PHEV
UX
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2019
Generation
Current South African H6 GT PHEV listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Current Lexus UX compact luxury crossover with the 300h hybrid powertrain
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.
Updated local UX range centred on the UX 300h EX hybrid
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Updated local UX range centred on the UX 300h EX hybrid
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current South African specification checked 2026-07-17
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.
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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
published
Segment
SUV
Luxury SUV
Tare Mass Kg
2041 kg
1585 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
UX
Length
4727 mm
4495 mm
Width
1940 mm
1840 mm
Height
1729 mm
1520 mm
Wheelbase
2738 mm
2640 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
170 mm
160 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
43 l
Boot/Cargo Space
392 l
268 l
Kerb Weight
2075 kg
1585 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2525 kg
2110 kg
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
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Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Payload Capacity
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525 kg
Minimum Turning Radius
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5.2 m
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
UX
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
1550 mm
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
1550 mm
Front Suspension
Not Available
MacPherson -
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Wishbone - Trailing
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
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Spec
H6 GT PHEV
UX
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Dual-zone
Auto Dual zone
Power Windows
Not Available
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Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard Smart Entry
Push Button Start
Not Available
Push Start
Wireless Charging
Standard
Standard
Sunroof
Panoramic sunroof
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Electric Tailgate
Hands-free powered
Standard Power and Handsfree
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
1390 l
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AC Type
Dual-zone
Auto Dual zone
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
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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
Auto Dual zone
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 Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
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Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
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Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
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
Standard
Heads Up Display
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Standard
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
UX
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Hybrid
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Hybrid
Hybrid System
Plug-in Hybrid
Self Charging Hybrid
Engine Displacement
1500 cc
2000 cc
Cylinders
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Petrol Hybrid EFI+D-4S
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
146 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
762 Nm
188 Nm
Combined Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Torque
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type
4WD
FWD
Transmission
Not Officially Disclosed
e-CVT
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
177 km/h
0-100 km/h
4.9 sec
8.1 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Standard 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
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
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 Officially Disclosed
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
UX
Gearbox
Automatic
ECVT
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
FWD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
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Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
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Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
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Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
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Number of Gears
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
Automatic
ECVT
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
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Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
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Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Automatic
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
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Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
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Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Automatic
ECVT
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 Applicable
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
UX
Claimed Mileage
125 km/l
23.8 km/l
City Mileage
10.6 km/l
19.2 km/l
Highway Mileage
14.0 km/l
27.7 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
43 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
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AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Standard
Real-world Mileage
125 km/l
23.8 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
55
43
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
UX
Airbags
Front double, front side and side curtain airbags
Side,Knee,Curtain,Driver,Passenger
ABS
Not Available
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
Standard,,
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Standard Rear door
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Standard 2
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard Auto Location
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Immobiliser/ Alarm,Intrusion Sensor,Tilt Sensor,Ultra-Wide Band
Immobiliser/ Alarm,Intrusion Sensor,Tilt Sensor,Ultra-Wide Band
Anti Theft Alarm
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Immobiliser/ Alarm,Intrusion Sensor,Tilt Sensor,Ultra-Wide Band
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
UX
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard Adaptive,All Speed
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard Adaptive,All Speed
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Standard Steering Vibration,Lane Trace Assist
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard Steering Vibration,Lane Trace Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
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Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard Front + Rear,Intelligent Clearance Sonar,Rear Cross Traffic Alert + Braking
Rear View Camera
Not Available
EMV// With guidelines
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
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Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Standard
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Auto,Rainsensing
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard Front + Rear,Intelligent Clearance Sonar,Rear Cross Traffic Alert + Braking
Reverse Camera
Not Available
EMV// With guidelines
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard Adaptive,All Speed
Park Assist
Not Available
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Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
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Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Standard
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
UX
Seat Material
Not Applicable
Synthetic Leather
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Standard Driver and Passenger only
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
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Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
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Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
3 Spoke/ Leather
Interior Colour Options
3
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60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
60:40 -
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
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Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
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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
Synthetic Leather
Folding Rear Seats
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60:40 -
Rear Armrest
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Standard
Cup Holders
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Standard
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Standard TFT,12.3-inch
Driver Lumbar Support
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Driver 2-way,Power
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
UX
Infotainment System
SYNC
Mark Levinson/ EMV
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Standard
Android Auto
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Standard
Number of Speakers
Not Available
Standard 13
Navigation System
Standard
Standard/ EMV
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Standard TFT,12.3-inch
USB Ports
Not Available
Standard 4PCs
Voice Recognition
Standard
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Infotainment Screen Size
12.3
Mark Levinson/ EMV
Infotainment Display
12.3
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Infotainment Screen
12.3
Mark Levinson/ EMV
Connected Services
SYNC
Standard
Voice Control
Standard
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Touchscreen
12.3
Mark Levinson/ EMV
Audio Speakers
Not Available
Standard 13
Audio System
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Mark Levinson/ EMV
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
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Standard 4PCs
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
UX
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Standard LED
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Standard LED
Roof Rails
Not Available
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
3
Graphite Black GF, Sonic Chrome, Sonic Titanium, White Nova
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
Standard
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
UX
Approach Angle
Not Available
-
Departure Angle
Not Available
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Wading Depth
Not Available
-
Terrain Modes
Not Available
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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
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Breakover Angle
Not Available
-
Ground Clearance Max
170 mm
160 mm
Ground Clearance Min
170 mm
160 mm
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
-
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
UX
Tyre Size
Not Available
Run Flat
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Solid
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
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Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
Run Flat
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
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Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Electric
Spec
H6 GT PHEV
UX
Service Interval
10000
12 months / 15,000km
Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
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Battery Warranty
8 Years / 160,000 km
8 years / 160,000km
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
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Service Plan Distance
5 Years / 75,000 km
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Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
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Alternator
110A
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Service Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
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Service Intervals
10000
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Spec
H6 GT PHEV
UX
Warranty Years
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 years / 105,000km
Warranty Kilometers
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 years / 105,000km
Roadside Assistance
Yes
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Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
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Basic Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 years / 105,000km
Roadside Assistance
Yes
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Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 years / 105,000km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
Yes
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Spec
H6 GT PHEV
UX
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
96 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Plug-in hybrid
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Fuel Octane Requirement
PHEV
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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
UX
Ownership Role
Flagship
Private luxury, family and business
Price Zar
799900 ZAR
957100 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Base
Starting Price
799900
957100
Starting Price Zar
799900
957100
In depth: how these cars differ
This H6 GT PHEV and UX comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. 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 UX 55.
Efficiency index: H6 GT PHEV 96 vs UX 92.
Safety-equipment index: H6 GT PHEV 88 vs UX 93.
Practicality index: H6 GT PHEV 60 vs UX 55.
Ownership-cover index: H6 GT PHEV 65 vs UX 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.
Specification Evidence Index
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 11 points
H6 GT PHEV has a modest catalogue-index lead, while UX remains close.
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
60/100
Ownership
65/100
UX
Performance
55/100
Efficiency
92/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
55/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexGWM H6 GT PHEV
leads the specification evidence index with 83 pts
vs 72 pts for UX
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, H6 GT PHEV leads. However, UX may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives 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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