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.
SEALION 6 DM-i starts ZAR 60,000 cheaperH6 PHEV from ZAR 699,900 · SEALION 6 DM-i from ZAR 639,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
H6 PHEV
SEALION 6 DM-i
Maximum Power
268 kW
96 kW @ 5200 rpm
Maximum Torque
760 Nm
220 Nm @ 1500-3500 rpm
Engine Size
1500 cc
1497 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
90.9 km/l
17.2 km/l
Ground Clearance
170 mm
180 mm
Boot / Load Bay
560 l
425 l
Airbags
Front double, front side and side curtain airbags
7
Kerb Weight
1980 kg
2100 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
5 years/100000 km complete vehicle; 8 years/200000 km power battery; 5 years/100000 km drive unit
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
H6 PHEV has a modest catalogue-index lead, while SEALION 6 DM-i remains close.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
H6 PHEV
+40 pts
Efficiency
H6 PHEV
+21 pts
Safety
SEALION 6 DM-i
+9 pts
Practicality
H6 PHEV
+9 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Catalogue-index leader
H6 PHEV
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished EfficiencyPublished Practicality
SEALION 6 DM-i
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
SEALION 6 DM-i
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
H6 PHEV
SEALION 6 DM-i
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2024
Generation
Current South African H6 PHEV listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
First South African SEALION 6 DM-i generation
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.
No separately marketed South African facelift announced as at August 2026
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.
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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
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
Synthetic leather
Spec
H6 PHEV
SEALION 6 DM-i
Infotainment System
Coffee OS
15.6-inch rotating touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Standard
Android Auto
Wireless
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Wireless
Standard
Number of Speakers
9
10
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch
Full LCD instrument display
USB Ports
Not Available
Front and rear USB-A/USB-C ports
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
Coffee OS
15.6
Infotainment Display
Coffee OS
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Audio Speakers
9
10
Audio System
9
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Display Audio
Coffee OS
-
Head Up Display
Full-colour
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Infotainment Screen
Coffee OS
15.6
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
15.6
Spec
H6 PHEV
SEALION 6 DM-i
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
LED
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Front and rear fog lamps
Roof Rails
Not Available
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
3
Time Grey, Arctic White, Delan Black, Smokey Gray
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
SEALION 6 DM-i
Approach Angle
Not Available
19 deg
Departure Angle
Not Available
21 deg
Wading Depth
Not Available
358.8 mm
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Mud, Sand, Snow
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Available
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Electric all-wheel drive
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Standard
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
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
SEALION 6 DM-i
Tyre Size
Not Available
235/50 R19
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Tyre repair kit
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
19
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard
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Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
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Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Electronic parking brake
Spec
H6 PHEV
SEALION 6 DM-i
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 services/75000 km service plan; 5 years/100000 km maintenance plan
Service Plan Distance
7 years / 75 000 km
5 services/75000 km service plan; 5 years/100000 km maintenance plan
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
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Alternator
110A
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Service Plan
7 years / 75 000 km
5 services/75000 km service plan; 5 years/100000 km maintenance plan
Service Intervals
12 months / 15 000 km
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Spec
H6 PHEV
SEALION 6 DM-i
Warranty Years
7 years / 200 000 km
5 years/100000 km complete vehicle; 8 years/200000 km power battery; 5 years/100000 km drive unit
Warranty Kilometers
7 years / 200 000 km
5 years/100000 km complete vehicle; 8 years/200000 km power battery; 5 years/100000 km drive unit
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/100000 km complete vehicle; 8 years/200000 km power battery; 5 years/100000 km drive unit
Roadside Assistance
7 years
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Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
5 years/100000 km complete vehicle; 8 years/200000 km power battery; 5 years/100000 km drive unit
Warranty Roadside Assistance
7 years
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Spec
H6 PHEV
SEALION 6 DM-i
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
32 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
SEALION 6 DM-i
Ownership Role
Flagship
flagship all-wheel-drive derivative
Price Zar
749900 ZAR
799900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
flagship all-wheel-drive derivative
Starting Price
749900
799900
Starting Price Zar
749900
799900
Source-backed Catalogue Index
A transparent specification index shown only when every vehicle clears the minimum comparable-data threshold.
Weighted / 100
Catalogue-index readout
H6 PHEV leads by 12 points
H6 PHEV has a modest catalogue-index lead, while SEALION 6 DM-i remains close.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Catalogue-index leader
H6 PHEV
Performance
98/100
Efficiency
96/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
68/100
Ownership
65/100
SEALION 6 DM-i
Performance
58/100
Efficiency
75/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
59/100
How to Read This Comparison
🏆GWM H6 PHEV
leads the catalogue index with 84 pts
vs 72 pts for SEALION 6 DM-i
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, H6 PHEV leads. However, SEALION 6 DM-i may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. 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.
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.
Hagalu does not publish a guaranteed resale winner. Depreciation depends on age, mileage, condition, derivative, colour, supply and demand. Compare several current used-market listings and obtain trade-in valuations for equivalent examples before relying on a resale estimate.
Check the exact derivatives for drive type, ground clearance, tyres, approach and departure angles, wading depth and low-range gearing where officially disclosed. SUV styling or all-wheel drive alone does not prove that a vehicle is suitable for demanding off-road use.
Calculate each exact derivative using your monthly distance and a current fuel or electricity price, then add finance, insurance, scheduled service, tyres and licence costs. Hagalu does not claim a fixed monthly saving without those buyer-specific inputs.
It is worth more only when the exact price difference buys equipment, space, performance or ownership cover that matters to you. Compare like-for-like lifecycle states and derivatives; a current offer and a historical last-listed price are not directly equivalent.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This H6 PHEV and SEALION 6 DM-i 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 SEALION 6 DM-i 58.
Efficiency index: H6 PHEV 96 vs SEALION 6 DM-i 75.
Safety-equipment index: H6 PHEV 90 vs SEALION 6 DM-i 99.
Practicality index: H6 PHEV 68 vs SEALION 6 DM-i 59.
Ownership-cover index: H6 PHEV 65 vs SEALION 6 DM-i 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.
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