GWM H6 PHEV vs Ford Territory

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 PHEV in South Africa

GWM H6 PHEV

1.5T Ultra Luxury Hi-4 4WD PHEV DHT Phev Automatic
ZAR 749,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 268 kW 🔧 760 Nm ⛽ Not Applicable km/l
VS
Ford Territory in South Africa

Ford Territory

1.8T Dark Edition DCT Petrol Automatic
ZAR 593,500 from
Add a 3rd car

At a Glance — Who Wins What

Performance H6 PHEV
Fuel Economy Tie
🛡 Safety H6 PHEV
📦 Practicality Territory
🔑 Ownership H6 PHEV
Territory starts ZAR 699900 cheaper H6 PHEV from ZAR 699,900 · Territory from ZAR 593,500

Key Specs Side by Side

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

Spec H6 PHEV Territory
Engine Power 268 -
Torque 760 -
Engine Size 1500 -
Claimed Mileage Not Applicable -
Ground Clearance 170 mm 190 mm
Boot Space Not Applicable -
Airbags Not Available -
Kerb Weight Not Applicable -
Seating Capacity 5 5
Warranty 5 -

= leads in this spec

The Bottom Line

H6 PHEV holds a noticeable edge over Territory, especially in key ownership areas.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance H6 PHEV +48 pts
Efficiency Equal
Safety H6 PHEV +38 pts
Practicality Territory +5 pts
Ownership H6 PHEV +15 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

🏆 Overall Winner

H6 PHEV

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Stronger safety package
  • Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
  • Less practical in daily usage
Best suited to: Highway Driving

Territory

Strengths
  • More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Less comprehensive safety features
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to: Family Usage

Which One's Right for You?

H6 PHEV

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

Territory

  • Large families needing more practicality and usability

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec H6 PHEV Territory
Model Introduced Year Current local generation year not confirmed 2023
Generation Current South African H6 PHEV listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data. First generation Territory in South Africa
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. Recently introduced with modern design and technology
Facelift Launched Since Original current-generation version Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending Current Discontinued - exact end year not confirmed
Body Style SUV -
Color Note Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering. -
Dealer Stock Note Flagship 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 -
Production Status published -
Segment SUV -
Vehicle Type SUV -
Spec H6 PHEV Territory
Ground Clearance 170 mm 190 mm
Wheelbase 2738 mm 2726 mm
Length 4703 mm 4630 mm
Width 1886 mm 1935 mm
Height 1730 mm 1706 mm
Kerb Weight Not Applicable -
Gross Vehicle Weight Not Applicable -
Seating Capacity 5 5
Boot Space Not Applicable -
Towing Capacity 2000 kg -
Front Track Width Not Applicable -
Rear Track Width Not Applicable -
Turning Radius Not Applicable -
Load Bed Length Not Applicable -
Load Bed Width Not Applicable -
Front Legroom Not Applicable -
Rear Legroom Not Applicable -
Front Headroom Not Applicable -
Rear Headroom Not Applicable -
Front Shoulder Room Not Applicable -
Rear Shoulder Room Not Applicable -
Boot Space Seats Folded Not Applicable -
Number of Doors 5 -
Max Payload Not Applicable -
Boot Volume Not Applicable -
Doors 5 -
Seats 5 5
Fuel Tank Capacity Not Applicable 60 l
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg Not Applicable -
Ground Clearance Max 170 mm 190 mm
Ground Clearance Min 170 mm 190 mm
Ground Clearance Mm 170 mm 190 mm
Height Mm 1730 mm 1706 mm
Length Mm 4703 mm 4630 mm
Loadbox Length Mm Not Applicable -
Loadbox Width Mm Not Applicable -
Payload Kg Not Applicable -
Cargo Volume Not Applicable -
Tare Mass Kg Not Applicable -
Turning Circle Not Applicable -
Turning Circle M Not Applicable -
Width Mm 1886 mm 1935 mm

Overall Verdict Score

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

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

H6 PHEV leads by 21 points

H6 PHEV holds a noticeable edge over Territory, especially in key ownership areas.

Winner 64 /100
Lead 21 points
Data 58% confidence
64
#1 Winner

H6 PHEV

58% data confidence 1 strong categories
Best at Performance 98 Check Safety 38
Performance 98
Efficiency 50
Safety 38
Practicality 63
Ownership 65
Leads by 21 points
43
#2

Territory

20% data confidence 0 strong categories
Best at Practicality 68 Check Safety 0
Performance 50
Efficiency 50
Safety 0
Practicality 68
Ownership 50
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance H6 PHEV +48 Efficiency Level Safety H6 PHEV +38 Practicality Territory +5 Ownership H6 PHEV +15

Moderate difference between the models.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

H6 PHEV

Performance 98/100
Efficiency 50/100
Safety 38/100
Practicality 63/100
Ownership 65/100

Territory

Performance 50/100
Efficiency 50/100
Safety 0/100
Practicality 68/100
Ownership 50/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 GWM H6 PHEV wins with 64 pts vs 43 pts for Territory

In structured scoring, H6 PHEV emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Territory 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 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 Territory 50. 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, Territory 0. 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, Territory 50. 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, Territory 68. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: H6 PHEV 98, Territory 50. 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 Territory in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: H6 PHEV scores 98 vs 50.

Efficiency: H6 PHEV scores 50 vs 50.

Safety: H6 PHEV scores 38 vs 0.

Practicality: H6 PHEV scores 63 vs 68.

Ownership: H6 PHEV scores 65 vs 50.

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