GWM H6 GT vs Chery Tiggo 9

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 ⛽ 16.1 km/l
VS
Chery Tiggo 9 in South Africa

Chery Tiggo 9

Vanguard AWD 2.0T Petrol Automatic
ZAR 779,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 187 kW 🔧 390 Nm ⛽ 12.0 km/l
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At a Glance — Who Wins What

Performance Tiggo 9
Fuel Economy H6 GT
🛡 Safety Tie
📦 Practicality Tiggo 9
🔑 Ownership Tiggo 9
Tiggo 9 starts ZAR 699900 cheaper H6 GT from ZAR 699,900 · Tiggo 9 from ZAR 689,900

Key Specs Side by Side

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

Spec H6 GT Tiggo 9
Engine Power 150 kW 187 kW
Torque 420 Nm 390 Nm
Engine Size 1999 cc 2.0 cc
Claimed Mileage 16.1 km/l 12.0 km/l
Ground Clearance 192 mm 147 mm
Boot / Load Bay 460 l 448 l
Airbags 6 Multiple airbags
Kerb Weight 1740 kg -
Seating Capacity 5 7
Warranty 5 Years / 100,000 km 7 Year / 200 000 km

= leads in this spec

The Bottom Line

Both H6 GT and Tiggo 9 are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance Tiggo 9 +22 pts
Efficiency H6 GT +20 pts
Safety Equal
Practicality Tiggo 9 +8 pts
Ownership Tiggo 9 +4 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

H6 GT

Strengths
  • Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Less practical in daily usage
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to: Fuel Efficiency
🏆 Overall Winner

Tiggo 9

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • More practical for daily use
  • Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
  • Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to: Highway Driving Family Usage

Which One's Right for You?

H6 GT

  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency

Tiggo 9

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability
  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec H6 GT Tiggo 9
Model Introduced Year 2023 2026
Generation First generation, derived from the regular H6 platform but with bodywork, suspension calibration, powertrain and cabin treatment differentiated for performance positioning. Current South Africa Tiggo 9 range
Facelift History 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. Current South Africa version listed by official source
Facelift Launched Since 2023 2026
Facelift Version Ending Current Current
Body Style SUV SUV
Color Note Crystal White, Hamilton Black, Cosmos Grey, Mars Red and Atlantic Blue. Two-tone roof option pairs with white, silver and red base colours. -
Dealer Stock Note Top grade in the South Africa lineup -
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status published active
Segment SUV SUV
Vehicle Type SUV SUV
Spec H6 GT Tiggo 9
Ground Clearance 192 mm 147 mm
Wheelbase 2738 mm 2800 mm
Length 4653 mm 4810 mm
Width 1886 mm 1925 mm
Height 1695 mm 1741 mm
Kerb Weight 1740 kg -
Gross Vehicle Weight 2200 kg -
Seating Capacity 5 7
Boot Space 460 l 448 l
Towing Capacity 1500 kg -
Front Track Width 1560 mm -
Rear Track Width 1570 mm -
Turning Radius 11.8 m -
Load Bed Length 460 l 448 l
Load Bed Width - -
Front Legroom 1050 mm -
Rear Legroom 890 mm -
Front Headroom 990 mm -
Rear Headroom 960 mm -
Front Shoulder Room 1430 mm -
Rear Shoulder Room 1390 mm -
Boot Space Seats Folded 660 l 2065 l
Number of Doors 5 5
Max Payload - -
Boot Volume 460 l 448 l
Doors 5 5
Seats 5 7
Front Overhang 880 mm -
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 l 65 l
Rear Overhang 890 mm -
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg 2200 kg -
Ground Clearance Max 192 mm 147 mm
Ground Clearance Min 192 mm 147 mm
Ground Clearance Mm 192 mm 147 mm
Height Mm 1695 mm 1741 mm
Length Mm 4653 mm 4810 mm
Load Sill Height Low -
Loadbox Length Mm 460 l 448 l
Loadbox Width Mm - -
Payload Kg - -
Cargo Volume 460 l 448 l
Tare Mass Kg 1740 kg -
Tracking System Optional -
Turning Circle 11.8 m -
Turning Circle M 11.8 m -
Width Mm 1886 mm 1925 mm
Boot Space Seats Folded 660 l 2065 l

Overall Verdict Score

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

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

Tiggo 9 leads by 4 points

Both H6 GT and Tiggo 9 are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Winner 74 /100
Lead 4 points
Data 74% confidence
74
#1 Winner

Tiggo 9

74% data confidence 3 strong categories
Best at Safety 94 Check Efficiency 47
Performance 80
Efficiency 47
Safety 94
Practicality 73
Ownership 69
Leads by 4 points
70
#2

H6 GT

97% data confidence 1 strong categories
Best at Safety 94 Check Performance 58
Performance 58
Efficiency 67
Safety 94
Practicality 65
Ownership 65
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance Tiggo 9 +22 Efficiency H6 GT +20 Safety Level Practicality Tiggo 9 +8 Ownership Tiggo 9 +4

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

Tiggo 9

Performance 80/100
Efficiency 47/100
Safety 94/100
Practicality 73/100
Ownership 69/100

H6 GT

Performance 58/100
Efficiency 67/100
Safety 94/100
Practicality 65/100
Ownership 65/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Chery Tiggo 9 wins with 74 pts vs 70 pts for H6 GT

In structured scoring, Tiggo 9 emerges as the stronger overall package. However, H6 GT 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 9 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 67 vs Tiggo 9 47. 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 94, Tiggo 9 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: H6 GT 65, Tiggo 9 69. 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 65, Tiggo 9 73. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: H6 GT 58, Tiggo 9 80. 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 9 edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The Tiggo 9 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 Tiggo 9 in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: H6 GT scores 58 vs 80.

Efficiency: H6 GT scores 67 vs 47.

Safety: H6 GT scores 94 vs 94.

Practicality: H6 GT scores 65 vs 73.

Ownership: H6 GT scores 65 vs 69.

Final structured scoring gives Tiggo 9 the advantage in this comparison.