Gwm H6 GT vs Nissan Qashqai

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 in South Africa

Gwm H6 GT

2.0T Hybrid LT Hybrid Automatic
ZAR 769,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 150 kW 🔧 420 Nm ⛽ 6.2 km/l
VS
Nissan Qashqai in South Africa

Nissan Qashqai

1.3 Tekna CVT Petrol Automatic
ZAR 545,000 ex-showroom
⚡ 110 kW 🔧 270 Nm ⛽ 17 km/l
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At a Glance — Who Wins What

Performance H6 GT
Fuel Economy Qashqai
🛡 Safety Tie
📦 Practicality Tie
🔑 Ownership H6 GT
Qashqai starts ZAR 699900 cheaper H6 GT from ZAR 699,900 · Qashqai from ZAR 495,000

Key Specs Side by Side

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

Spec H6 GT Qashqai
Engine Power 150 110
Torque 420 270
Engine Size 1999 1332
Claimed Mileage 6.2 17
Ground Clearance 192 180
Boot Space 460 504
Airbags 6 6
Kerb Weight 1740 1450
Seating Capacity 5 Available
Warranty 5 3

= leads in this spec

The Overall Score — Here's How They Stack Up

🏆 Winner
#1

H6 GT

66
/ 100
+0
pts
#2

Qashqai

66
/ 100

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

The Bottom Line

Both H6 GT and Qashqai are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance H6 GT +5 pts
Efficiency Qashqai +13 pts
Safety Equal
Practicality Equal
Ownership H6 GT +8 pts

Score Breakdown by Category

🏆 Overall Winner

H6 GT

Performance 15/20
Efficiency 0/20
Safety 18/20
Practicality 13/20
Ownership 20/20

Qashqai

Performance 10/20
Efficiency 13/20
Safety 18/20
Practicality 13/20
Ownership 12/20

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

🏆 Overall Winner

H6 GT

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
  • Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to: Highway Driving

Qashqai

Strengths
  • Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to: Fuel Efficiency

Which One's Right for You?

H6 GT

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Qashqai

  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec H6 GT Qashqai
Body Type SUV Available
Daytime Running Lamps Yes LED
DRL Yes Available
LED Headlamps Yes Matrix LED
Led Taillights Yes Available
Fog Lights Yes Available
Fog Lamps Yes LED
Led Headlights Yes Available
Front Fog Lights Yes Available
Alloy Wheel Design Multi-Spoke Alloy 19-inch Alloy
Rear Wiper Yes Available
Chrome Exterior Finish Yes Yes
Door Handle Finish Body Coloured Chrome Finish
Roof Type Metal Roof Available
Rear Spoiler Yes Available
Wing Mirror Type Electric Adjustable Available
Body Cladding Yes Plastic Cladding
Exterior Colour Options 6 Pearl White
Rear Fog Lights Yes Available
Roof Rails No Silver
Spec H6 GT Qashqai
Number of Doors 5 5
Seats 5 Available
Seating Capacity 5 5
Length 4653 4425
Width 1886 1835
Height 1695 1625
Wheelbase 2738 2665
Ground Clearance 192 180
Kerb Weight 1740 1450
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 Available
Boot Space 460 504
Doors 5 Available
Front Overhang 880 Available
Rear Overhang 890 Available
Front Track Width 1560 1550
Rear Track Width 1570 1540
Front Headroom 990 Available
Rear Headroom 960 Available
Front Legroom 1050 Available
Rear Legroom 890 Available
Front Shoulder Room 1430 Available
Rear Shoulder Room 1390 Available
Gross Vehicle Weight 2200 1980
Boot Volume 460 Available
Boot Space Seats Folded 660 1500
Turning Radius 11.8 Available
Towing Capacity 1500 1800
Load Bed Length - Available
Load Bed Width - Available
Max Payload - Available

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Gwm H6 GT wins with 66 pts vs 66 pts for Qashqai

In structured scoring, H6 GT emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Qashqai 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: H6 GT 0 vs Qashqai 13. 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 18, Qashqai 18. 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 20, Qashqai 12. 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 13, Qashqai 13. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: H6 GT 15, Qashqai 10. 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 H6 GT and Qashqai in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: H6 GT scores 15 vs 10.

Efficiency: H6 GT scores 0 vs 13.

Safety: H6 GT scores 18 vs 18.

Practicality: H6 GT scores 13 vs 13.

Ownership: H6 GT scores 20 vs 12.

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