GWM H2 vs GWM H6 GT

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 in South Africa

GWM H6 GT

2.0T Hybrid LT Hybrid Current
ZAR 769,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 150 kW 🔧 420 Nm ⛽ 16.1 km/l
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At a Glance — Who Wins What

Performance H6 GT
Fuel Economy H6 GT
🛡 Safety H6 GT
📦 Practicality H2
🔑 Ownership H6 GT
Recorded price context H2: last listed from ZAR 299,900 · H6 GT: current from ZAR 699,900

Key Specs Side by Side

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

Spec H2 H6 GT
Maximum Power 110 kW @ 5500 rpm 150 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque 210 Nm 420 Nm
Engine Size 1497 cc 1999 cc
Claimed Mileage 7.5 km/l 16.1 km/l
Ground Clearance 175 mm 192 mm
Boot / Load Bay Not confirmed 460 l
Airbags 4 6
Kerb Weight Not confirmed 1740 kg
Seating Capacity Not confirmed -
Warranty 3 Years / 100,000 km 5 Years / 100,000 km

= leads in this spec

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The Bottom Line

H6 GT holds a noticeable edge over H2, especially in key ownership areas.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance H6 GT +25 pts
Efficiency H6 GT +32 pts
Safety H6 GT +28 pts
Practicality H2 +1 pts
Ownership H6 GT +21 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

H2

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

H6 GT

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

Which One's Right for You?

H2

  • Large families needing more practicality and usability

H6 GT

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
  • 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
Model Introduced Year 2017 2023
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. First generation, derived from the regular H6 platform but with bodywork, suspension calibration, powertrain and cabin treatment differentiated for performance positioning.
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. First-generation H6 GT launched in South Africa in 2023. No significant facelift to date; software updates have refined the hybrid system calibration and adjusted the chassis damping mapping for SA road conditions.
Facelift Launched Since 2022 2023
Body Style Not confirmed SUV
Dealer Stock Note Not confirmed Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year Not confirmed 2026
Production Status Not confirmed published
Segment Not confirmed SUV
Tare Mass Kg Not confirmed 1740 kg
Vehicle Type Not confirmed SUV
Facelift Version Ending Not confirmed Current
Color Note Not confirmed Crystal White, Hamilton Black, Cosmos Grey, Mars Red and Atlantic Blue. Two-tone roof option pairs with white, silver and red base colours.
Spec H2 H6 GT
LSD Available Not Applicable No
Transfer Case Not Applicable Not Applicable
Differential Lock Not Applicable No
Paddle Shifters Yes Not Applicable
Engine Position Transverse Front-Mounted Front Transverse
Gearbox 6-Speed DCT DHT Hybrid Transmission
Final Drive Ratio 4.12:1 3.73
Steering Turns Lock to Lock 3.4 14.7:1
Number of Gears 6 2
Transmission Type Automatic DCT Automatic
Clutch Type Torque Converter DCT Wet Multi-Disc
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox Type Automatic DHT Hybrid Transmission
Transmission Speeds 6 2
4WD Engagement Not confirmed Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range Not confirmed Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range Not confirmed Not Applicable
4WD Selector Not confirmed Not Applicable
Axle Layout Not confirmed FWD
Differential Type Front Not confirmed Not Available
Differential Type Rear Not confirmed Not Available
Drive Mode Selector Not confirmed Yes
Drivetrain Layout Not confirmed Front Engine Front Wheel Drive
Front Differential Lock Not confirmed Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator Not confirmed Yes
Gear Shift Type Not confirmed Automatic
Low Range Not confirmed Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio Not confirmed Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock Not confirmed Not Applicable
Reverse Gear Warning Not confirmed Yes
Transfer Case Guard Not confirmed Not Available
Automatic Shift Paddles Not confirmed Not Applicable

Overall Verdict Score

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

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

H6 GT leads by 21 points

H6 GT holds a noticeable edge over H2, especially in key ownership areas.

Winner 73 /100
Lead 21 points
Data 97% confidence
73
#1 Winner

H6 GT

97% data confidence 2 strong categories
Best at Safety 94 Check Practicality 65
Performance 70
Efficiency 67
Safety 94
Practicality 65
Ownership 65
Leads by 21 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 +25 Efficiency H6 GT +32 Safety H6 GT +28 Practicality H2 +1 Ownership H6 GT +21

Moderate difference between the models.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

H6 GT

Performance 70/100
Efficiency 67/100
Safety 94/100
Practicality 65/100
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 wins with 73 pts vs 52 pts for H2

In structured scoring, H6 GT 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 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 67. 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 94. 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 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 65. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: H2 45, H6 GT 70. 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 edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

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

Performance: H2 scores 45 vs 70.

Efficiency: H2 scores 35 vs 67.

Safety: H2 scores 66 vs 94.

Practicality: H2 scores 66 vs 65.

Ownership: H2 scores 44 vs 65.

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