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
HS
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 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
HS
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
H6 PHEV
HS
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2025
Generation
Current South African H6 PHEV listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Current five-seat HS on MG's SIGMA-A architecture with 1.5T DCT and 2.0T automatic powertrains.
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.
Current-generation HS introduced locally in 2025; four petrol derivatives remain active.
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
2025
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
Five-door mid-size 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 Hi-4 4WD PHEV DHT
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Model Year
2026
2025
Production Status
published
active
Segment
SUV
Mid-size SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1946 kg
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Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Spec
H6 PHEV
HS
Length
4703 mm
4655 mm
Width
1886 mm
1890 mm
Height
1730 mm
1655 mm
Wheelbase
2738 mm
2765 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
170 mm
145 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
65 l
Boot/Cargo Space
560 l
507 l
Kerb Weight
1980 kg
1590 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2400 kg
2065 kg
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
750 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
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Not Officially Disclosed
Payload Capacity
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475 kg
Number of Rows
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2 rows
Minimum Turning Radius
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5.65 m
Front Headroom
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968 mm
Rear Headroom
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964 mm
Front Legroom
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1044 mm
Rear Legroom
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980 mm
Spec
H6 PHEV
HS
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
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Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
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Front Suspension
Not Available
MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Multi-link
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
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Spec
H6 PHEV
HS
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
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Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
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Climate Control
Dual-zone
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Power Windows
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Standard
Sunroof
Not Available
Panoramic electric sunroof
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
1445 l
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AC Type
Dual-zone
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
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Climate Zones
Dual-zone
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Engine Warranty
5
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Heads Up Display
Full-colour
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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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Air Conditioning
Dual-zone
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Bed Extender
Not Available
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Canopy Fitment
Not Available
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Digital Speedometer
10.25-inch
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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
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Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
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Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
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Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
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Manual Aircon
Dual-zone
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Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
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Sound System
9
8
Source Model Column
h6-phev
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Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
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Sports Bar
Not Available
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Surround View Monitor
540-degree panoramic camera
Standard
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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Spec
H6 PHEV
HS
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
2.0-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Petrol
Hybrid System
Plug-in Hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1500 cc
1986 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
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Direct injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
268 kW
170 kW
Maximum Torque
760 Nm
370 Nm
Combined Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Drive Type
4WD
FWD
Transmission
Not Officially Disclosed
9-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
220 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Standard, Eco, Sport, Custom
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
106.92 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
232.70 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
19.1 kWh
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Electric Range
106 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 Applicable
Spec
H6 PHEV
HS
Gearbox
Automatic
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
Front-wheel drive
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Available
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Gears
Not Applicable
9
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Torque converter automatic
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Standard
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Automatic
Drivetrain
4x2
Front-wheel drive
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
Standard
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
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Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Available
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Two-wheel drive
Front-wheel drive
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
Not Applicable
9
Spec
H6 PHEV
HS
Claimed Mileage
90.9 km/l
11.63 km/l
City Mileage
12.2 km/l
9.35 km/l
Highway Mileage
16.0 km/l
16.95 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
65 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
EURO 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Standard
Real-world Mileage
90.9 km/l
11.63 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
55
65
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
Spec
H6 PHEV
HS
Airbags
Front double, front side and side curtain airbags
7
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
Standard
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
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
AEB
Standard
Standard
BA
Not Available
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Curtain Airbags
Standard
2
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Standard
EBD
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Standard
Hill Hold
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Standard
Side Airbags
Standard
2
Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
TCS
Not Available
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Not Available
Standard
Spec
H6 PHEV
HS
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
Standard
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
360 Degree Camera
540-degree panoramic camera
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Standard
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
540-degree panoramic camera
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Standard
Emergency Braking
Standard
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Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Standard
Pre-Collision System
Standard
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Surround View Camera
540-degree panoramic camera
Standard
Spec
H6 PHEV
HS
Seat Material
Not Applicable
PVC Seat with hole
Heated Seats
Front
Standard
Ventilated Seats
Front
Not Available
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Standard
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Microfibre (PU)
Instrument Cluster Type
10.25-inch
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Interior Colour Options
3
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60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Electric
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Powered
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.
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Interior Colours
3
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Seat Trim
Not Applicable
PVC Seat with hole
Spec
H6 PHEV
HS
Infotainment System
Coffee OS
12.3-inch touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Standard
Android Auto
Wireless
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Wireless
Standard
Number of Speakers
9
8
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch
12.3-inch driver display
USB Ports
Not Available
4
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
Coffee OS
12.3-inch
Infotainment Display
Coffee OS
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Audio Speakers
9
8
Audio System
9
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Display Audio
Coffee OS
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Head Up Display
Full-colour
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Infotainment Screen
Coffee OS
12.3-inch
Multi Information Display
10.25-inch
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Connected Services
Wireless
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Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless
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Touchscreen
Coffee OS
12.3-inch
Spec
H6 PHEV
HS
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Standard
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Standard
Roof Rails
Not Available
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
3
Black, White, Grey, Silver, Blue, Red
Body Type
SUV
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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
Not Available
Standard
Active Exhaust
Not Available
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Spec
H6 PHEV
HS
Approach Angle
Not Available
19.0 deg
Departure Angle
Not Available
28.0 deg
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Available
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance Max
170 mm
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Ground Clearance Min
170 mm
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Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
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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 PHEV
HS
Tyre Size
Not Available
225/55 R19
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Space-saver spare
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
19-inch
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard
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Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
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Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Electric
Spec
H6 PHEV
HS
Service Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
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Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
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Battery Warranty
8 years / 150 000 km
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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
7 years / 75 000 km
5 years / 90,000 km
Service Plan Distance
7 years / 75 000 km
5 years / 90,000 km
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
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Alternator
110A
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Service Plan
7 years / 75 000 km
5 years / 90,000 km
Service Intervals
12 months / 15 000 km
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Spec
H6 PHEV
HS
Warranty Years
7 years / 200 000 km
5 years / 200,000 km vehicle; 7 years / unlimited km engine
Warranty Kilometers
7 years / 200 000 km
5 years / 200,000 km vehicle; 7 years / unlimited km engine
Roadside Assistance
7 years
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Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
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Basic Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
5 years / 200,000 km vehicle; 7 years / unlimited km engine
Roadside Assistance
7 years
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Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
5 years / 200,000 km vehicle; 7 years / unlimited km engine
Warranty Roadside Assistance
7 years
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Spec
H6 PHEV
HS
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
195 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
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CO2 Emissions G Km
0
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Spec
H6 PHEV
HS
Ownership Role
Flagship
Passenger vehicle
Price Zar
749900 ZAR
665900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current South African MSRP
Starting Price
749900
665900
Starting Price Zar
749900
665900
In depth: how these cars differ
This H6 PHEV and HS 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 PHEV 98 vs HS 70.
Efficiency index: H6 PHEV 96 vs HS 46.
Safety-equipment index: H6 PHEV 90 vs HS 98.
Practicality index: H6 PHEV 68 vs HS 57.
Ownership-cover index: H6 PHEV 65 vs HS 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 PHEV leads by 15 points
H6 PHEV holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over HS.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
H6 PHEV
Performance
98/100
Efficiency
96/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
68/100
Ownership
65/100
HS
Performance
70/100
Efficiency
46/100
Safety
98/100
Practicality
57/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexGWM H6 PHEV
leads the specification evidence index with 84 pts
vs 69 pts for HS
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, H6 PHEV leads. However, HS 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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