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.
HR-V starts ZAR 699900 cheaperH6 PHEV from ZAR 699,900 · HR-V from ZAR 489,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
H6 PHEV
HR-V
Engine Power
268
119
Torque
760
145
Engine Size
1500
1498
Claimed Mileage
Not Applicable
16.0
Ground Clearance
170 mm
196
Boot Space
Not Applicable
437
Airbags
Not Available
6
Kerb Weight
Not Applicable
1360
Seating Capacity
5
5
Warranty
5
3
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
Both H6 PHEV and HR-V are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
H6 PHEV
+57 pts
Efficiency
HR-V
+12 pts
Safety
HR-V
+54 pts
Practicality
Equal
Ownership
H6 PHEV
+14 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
🏆 Overall Winner
H6 PHEV
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Less comprehensive safety features
Best suited to:Highway Driving
HR-V
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger safety package
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:Fuel Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
H6 PHEV
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
HR-V
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
H6 PHEV
HR-V
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2022
Generation
Current South African H6 PHEV listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Built on Honda’s global compact SUV platform with improved safety and comfort
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.
New generation introduced with updated design and improved features
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Blue, Red
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.5T Ultra Luxury Hi-4 4WD PHEV DHT
-
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
published
published
Segment
SUV
SUV
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Spec
H6 PHEV
HR-V
Ground Clearance
170 mm
196 mm
Wheelbase
2738 mm
2610 mm
Length
4703 mm
4340 mm
Width
1886 mm
1790 mm
Height
1730 mm
1590 mm
Kerb Weight
Not Applicable
1360 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight
Not Applicable
1780 kg
Seating Capacity
5
5
Boot Space
Not Applicable
437 l
Towing Capacity
2000 kg
1200 kg
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Turning Radius
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Legroom
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Headroom
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
437 l
Number of Doors
5
5
Max Payload
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Boot Volume
Not Applicable
437 l
Doors
5
5
Seats
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
40 l
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg
Not Applicable
1780 kg
Ground Clearance Max
170 mm
196 mm
Ground Clearance Min
170 mm
196 mm
Ground Clearance Mm
170 mm
196 mm
Height Mm
1730 mm
1590 mm
Length Mm
4703 mm
4340 mm
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Payload Kg
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Cargo Volume
Not Applicable
437 l
Tare Mass Kg
Not Applicable
1360 kg
Turning Circle
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Turning Circle M
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Width Mm
1886 mm
1790 mm
Spec
H6 PHEV
HR-V
Engine
1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid
1.5L i-VTEC Petrol
Engine Type
1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid
Inline 4 Cylinder Naturally Aspirated
Displacement
1500 cc
1498 cc
Cylinders
Not Applicable
4
Valves per Cylinder
Not Applicable
4
Power
268 kW
119 kW
Power @ RPM
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Torque
760 Nm
145 Nm
Torque @ RPM
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel System
Not Applicable
Multi-Point Fuel Injection
Turbocharger
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Top Speed
Not Applicable
185 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Applicable
11.5 sec
Compression Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Cylinder Bore
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Piston Stroke
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Code
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Power
359 bhp
16 bhp
Fuel Grade Required
PHEV
Petrol
Cylinder Layout
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Aspiration
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Type Config
1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid
1.5L i-VTEC Petrol
0–100 km/h
Not Applicable
11.5 sec
Battery Capacity
19.1 kWh
Not Available
Engine Displacement
1500 cc
1498 cc
Engine Displacement Litres
1.5 l
1.5 l
EV Range
106 km
Not Available
Acceleration 0 100
Not Applicable
11.5 sec
Engine Config
1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid
1.5L i-VTEC Petrol
Engine Cylinders
Not Applicable
4
Engine Displacement Cc
1500 cc
1498 cc
Engine Power kW
268 kW
119 kW
Engine Torque Nm
760 Nm
145 Nm
Engine Valves
Not Applicable
4
Induction
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Max Power kW
268 kW
119 kW
Max Torque Nm
760 Nm
145 Nm
Maximum Power
268 kW
119 kW
Maximum Torque
760 Nm
145 Nm
Power kW Rpm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not Available
Torque Nm Rpm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Turbo Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Port
-
Not Available
AC Charging Time
-
Not Available
Combined System Power
-
Not Available
Combined System Torque
-
Not Available
Motor Position
-
Not Available
Motor Power
-
Not Available
Motor Torque
-
Not Available
Motor Type
-
Not Available
Power Assisted Steering
-
Electric Power Steering
System Output
-
Not Available
Spec
H6 PHEV
HR-V
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Drive Type
4x2
4x2
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
Front Wheel Drive
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 Applicable
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
4x2
4x2
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
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
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Automatic
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x2
4x2
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
H6 PHEV
HR-V
Claimed Mileage
Not Applicable
16.0 km/l
City Mileage
Not Applicable
13 km/l
Highway Mileage
Not Applicable
17 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
40 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Standard
Average Fuel Consumption
Not Applicable
6.2 l/100km
Claimed Fuel Consumption
Not Applicable
6.2 l/100km
Fuel Efficiency
Not Applicable
6.2 l/100km
Real-world Mileage
Not Applicable
16.0 km/l
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Time AC Full
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Time DC Fast 80pct
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Consumption
Not Applicable
6.2 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
Not Applicable
6.2 l/100km
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Economy Combined
Not Applicable
6.2 l/100km
Fuel Tank Litres
Not Applicable
40 l
Fuel Type
PHEV
Petrol
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Over 1000 km
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Wltp
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
H6 PHEV
HR-V
Airbags
Not Available
6
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
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front and Rear
AEB
Standard
Standard
BA
Not Available
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Not Available
6
EBD
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Standard
Hill Hold
Not Available
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
6
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Not Available
Side Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
TCS
Not Available
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Not Available
Standard
Alarm System
-
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
-
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
-
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
-
6
ESC With Traction Control
-
Standard
Spec
H6 PHEV
HR-V
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front and Rear
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
360 Degree Camera
540-degree panoramic camera
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Drive Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front and Rear
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
540-degree panoramic camera
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Standard
Emergency Braking
Standard
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
Standard
Standard
Surround View Camera
540-degree panoramic camera
Not Available
Auto Lights
-
LED Projector
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
-
Front and Rear
Parking Sensor
-
Front and Rear
Rear View Camera
-
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
-
Standard
Reversing Camera
-
Standard
Spec
H6 PHEV
HR-V
Seat Material
Not Applicable
Leather
Heated Seats
Front
Standard
Ventilated Seats
Front
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Standard
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Instrument Cluster Type
10.25-inch
-
Interior Colour Options
3
6
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Driver Electric
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 PHEV grade before assuming a feature is included.
Premium cabin with touchscreen infotainment, digital cluster, comfortable seats, and modern design
Interior Colours
3
6
Seat Capacity
5
5
Seat Count
5
5
Seat Trim
Not Applicable
Leather
Seat Adjustment
-
Driver Electric
Steering Type
-
Electric Power Steering
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Driver Electric
Fabric Seats
-
Leather
Boot Space Seats Up
-
437
Cargo Space
-
437
Driver Seat
-
Driver Electric
Leather Accented Seat Trim
-
Leather
Spec
H6 PHEV
HR-V
Climate Control
Dual-zone
Automatic Climate Control
Power Windows
Not Available
All Doors Auto
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Smart Key
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Standard
Sunroof
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
AC Type
Dual-zone
Automatic Climate Control
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Not Available
Climate Zones
Dual-zone
Automatic Climate Control
Engine Warranty
5
24 Months
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
CVT Automatic
Heads Up Display
Full-colour
-
Launch Control
Not Available
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Not Available
Rev Matching
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Not Available
Service Plan
7 years / 75 000 km
24 Months
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
Valves Per Cylinder
Not Applicable
4
Air Conditioning
Dual-zone
Automatic Climate Control
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
10.25-inch
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not Available
Manual Aircon
Dual-zone
Automatic Climate Control
Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
-
Sound System
9
8
Source Model Column
h6-phev
hr-v
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Surround View Monitor
540-degree panoramic camera
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trim Level
flagship
top
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
Core range derivative
Automatic Headlamps
-
LED Projector
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
All Doors Auto
Engine Start Button Illumination
-
Standard
TPMS
Not Available
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Not Available
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
Standard
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
6.2
Ground Clearance Unladen
-
196
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Power Mirrors
-
All Doors Auto
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Seat Type
-
Leather
Telescopic Steering
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Steering
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Voice Command
-
Built-in
Voice Command Support
-
Built-in
Accelerator 0 100
-
11.5 sec
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Battery Voltage
-
Not Available
Common Rail Injection
-
Multi-Point Fuel Injection
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
-
Smart Key
Lift Gate
-
Standard
Mirror
-
All Doors Auto
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
-
Smart Key
Powered Tailgate
-
Standard
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
-
Smart Key
Rim Size
Not Available
18-inch Alloy
Roof Rack Compatibility
-
Standard
Sonar
-
Front and Rear
Steering Column Adjustment
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Sub Frame
-
Monocoque
Unlocking
Not Available
Smart Key
Vdc
-
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
-
Smart Key
Walk Away Lock
-
Smart Key
Wireless Charger
Standard
Standard
Spec
H6 PHEV
HR-V
Infotainment Screen
Coffee OS
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Wireless
Android Auto
Wireless
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
Wireless
Standard
Number of Speakers
9
8
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch
Not Applicable
USB Ports
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Wireless
Infotainment Screen Size
Coffee OS
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Display
Coffee OS
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Audio Speakers
9
8
Audio System
9
8
Display Audio
Coffee OS
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Head Up Display
Full-colour
-
Infotainment Screen
Coffee OS
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Multi Information Display
10.25-inch
-
Connected Services
Wireless
Standard
Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless
Wireless
Touchscreen
Coffee OS
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless
Wireless
Navigation System
-
Built-in
Voice Recognition
-
Built-in
Voice Control
-
Built-in
Spec
H6 PHEV
HR-V
LED Headlamps
Not Available
LED Projector
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
LED
Fog Lamps
Not Available
LED
Roof Rails
Not Available
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
3
6
Body Type
SUV
SUV
Exterior Colour Options
3
6
Headlights
Not Available
LED Projector
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Alloy Wheel Design
-
18-inch Alloy
Roof Type
-
Panoramic Sunroof
DRL
Not Available
LED
Fog Lights
-
LED
Front Fog Lights
-
LED
Led Headlights
Not Available
LED Projector
Auto Headlights
-
LED Projector
Automatic Headlamps
-
LED Projector
Daytime Running Lights
Not Available
LED
Electric Blind Sunroof
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Exterior Mirror Electric
-
All Doors Auto
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
LED
Headlamp Levelling
-
LED Projector
Headlamps
Not Available
LED Projector
Headlight Type
Not Available
LED Projector
Spec
H6 PHEV
HR-V
Approach Angle
Not Available
18 deg
Departure Angle
Not Available
20 deg
Wading Depth
Not Available
350 mm
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
4WD System Type
4x2
4x2
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
-
18 deg
Departure Angle Deg
-
20 deg
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Off Road Descent Control
-
Not Available
Crawl Control
-
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
-
Not Available
Terrain Response System
-
Not Available
Underbody Camera
-
Not Available
Wading Depth Mm
-
350 mm
Spec
H6 PHEV
HR-V
Tyre Size
Not Available
225/50 R18
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
18-inch Alloy
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard
Standard
Braked Towing Capacity
2000 kg
1200 kg
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Towing Braked Kg
2000 kg
1200 kg
Wheelbase Mm
2738 mm
2610 mm
Wheel Type
-
18-inch Alloy
Brake Type Front
-
Disc
Brake Type Rear
-
Disc
Tyre Type
-
225/50 R18
Wheel Diameter
Not Available
18-inch Alloy
Brakes
-
Disc
Cornering Brake Control
-
Standard
Hydraulic Brake Assist
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
-
Standard
Tyre Pressure Display
-
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Not Available
Standard
Wheel Material
-
18-inch Alloy
Wheels
-
18-inch Alloy
Spec
H6 PHEV
HR-V
Front Suspension
Not Available
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Torsion Beam
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Chassis Type
-
Monocoque
Power Steering
-
Electric Power Steering
Steering Column
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Front Spring Type
-
MacPherson Strut
Rear Spring Type
-
Torsion Beam
Chassis Material
-
Monocoque
Front Suspension Type
Not Available
MacPherson Strut
Rear Axle Type
-
Torsion Beam
Rear Suspension Type
Not Available
Torsion Beam
Suspension
-
MacPherson Strut
Spec
H6 PHEV
HR-V
Service Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
10000 km / 12 months
Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
Moderate
Battery Warranty
8 years / 150 000 km
24 Months
Maintenance Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
24 Months
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km
10000 km / 12 months
First Service At
5000
-
Service Plan Duration
7 years / 75 000 km
24 Months
Service Plan Distance
7 years / 75 000 km
24 Months
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
-
Alternator
110A
-
Battery Type
Lithium-Ion
Not Available
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Applicable
Service Intervals
12 months / 15 000 km
10000 km / 12 months
Spec
H6 PHEV
HR-V
Warranty Years
7 years / 200 000 km
3
Warranty Kilometers
7 years / 200 000 km
3
Roadside Assistance
7 years
3 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
-
Basic Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
3
Roadside Assistance
7 years
3 Years
Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
3
Warranty Roadside Assistance
7 years
3 Years
Spec
H6 PHEV
HR-V
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
142 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Plug-in hybrid
Not Applicable
Fuel Octane Requirement
PHEV
Petrol
Particulate Filter
Not Available
Not Available
Idle CO2 Output
0
142
CO2 Emissions G Km
0
142
Start Stop System
-
Standard
Euro Emission Standard
-
Euro 5
Spec
H6 PHEV
HR-V
Ownership Role
Flagship
Top
Price Source
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
Price Zar
749900 ZAR
529900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
749900
529900
Starting Price Zar
749900
529900
Spec
H6 PHEV
HR-V
Real-world City Mileage Min
-
11 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
-
13 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
-
14 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
-
17 l/100km
Owner Review Count
-
20
Overall Verdict Score
Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.
Weighted / 100
Verdict readout
H6 PHEV leads by 2 points
Both H6 PHEV and HR-V are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.
Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Overall Winner
H6 PHEV
Performance
98/100
Efficiency
50/100
Safety
38/100
Practicality
63/100
Ownership
65/100
HR-V
Performance
41/100
Efficiency
62/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
63/100
Ownership
51/100
So, Which One Should You Buy?
🏆GWM H6 PHEV
wins with 64 pts
vs 62 pts for HR-V
In structured scoring, H6 PHEV emerges as the stronger overall package. However, HR-V may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Other Comparisons Worth Checking
See how similar cars go head-to-head — you might find a better fit than you expected.
On our scoring the H6 PHEV 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 PHEV 50 vs HR-V 62. 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 PHEV 38, HR-V 92. 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 PHEV 65, HR-V 51. 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 PHEV 63, HR-V 63. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: H6 PHEV 98, HR-V 41. 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 PHEV edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The H6 PHEV 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 PHEV and HR-V in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: H6 PHEV scores 98 vs 41.
Efficiency: H6 PHEV scores 50 vs 62.
Safety: H6 PHEV scores 38 vs 92.
Practicality: H6 PHEV scores 63 vs 63.
Ownership: H6 PHEV scores 65 vs 51.
Final structured scoring gives H6 PHEV
the advantage in this comparison.
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