GWM H6 PHEV vs Chery Tiggo 4 Cross

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 ⛽ 90.9 km/l
VS
Chery Tiggo 4 Cross in South Africa

Chery Tiggo 4 Cross

LiT MT Petrol Manual
ZAR 279,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 83 kW 🔧 170 Nm ⛽ 14.3 km/l
＋ Add a 3rd car

At a Glance — Who Wins What

⚡ Performance H6 PHEV
⛽ Fuel Economy H6 PHEV
🛡 Safety Tiggo 4 Cross
📦 Practicality H6 PHEV
🔑 Ownership H6 PHEV
Tiggo 4 Cross starts ZAR 699900 cheaper H6 PHEV from ZAR 699,900 · Tiggo 4 Cross from ZAR 279,900

Key Specs Side by Side

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

Spec H6 PHEV Tiggo 4 Cross
Engine Power 268 kW 83 kW
Torque 760 Nm 170 Nm
Engine Size 1500 cc 1.5 cc
Claimed Mileage 90.9 km/l 14.3 km/l
Ground Clearance 170 mm 180 mm
Boot / Load Bay 560 l -
Airbags Front double, front side and side curtain airbags Multiple airbags
Kerb Weight 1980 kg -
Seating Capacity 5 5
Warranty 7 years / 200 000 km 5 Years / 150 000 km

= leads in this spec

The Bottom Line

H6 PHEV holds a noticeable edge over Tiggo 4 Cross, especially in key ownership areas.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance H6 PHEV +60 pts
Efficiency H6 PHEV +41 pts
Safety Tiggo 4 Cross +37 pts
Practicality H6 PHEV +1 pts
Ownership H6 PHEV +18 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

🏆 Overall Winner

H6 PHEV

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

Tiggo 4 Cross

Strengths
  • Stronger safety package
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Less practical in daily usage
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to: General Use

Which One's Right for You?

H6 PHEV

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

Tiggo 4 Cross

  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec H6 PHEV Tiggo 4 Cross
Model Introduced Year Current local generation year not confirmed 2026
Generation Current South African H6 PHEV listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data. Current South Africa Tiggo 4 Cross range
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 South Africa version listed by official source
Facelift Launched Since Original current-generation version 2026
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. -
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 2026
Production Status published active
Segment SUV SUV
Vehicle Type SUV SUV
Spec H6 PHEV Tiggo 4 Cross
Ground Clearance 170 mm 180 mm
Wheelbase 2738 mm 2610 mm
Length 4703 mm 4351 mm
Width 1886 mm 1831 mm
Height 1730 mm 1662 mm
Kerb Weight 1980 kg -
Gross Vehicle Weight 2400 kg 1701 kg
Seating Capacity 5 5
Boot Space 560 l -
Towing Capacity 1500 kg -
Front Track Width - -
Rear Track Width - -
Turning Radius - -
Load Bed Length 560 l -
Load Bed Width - -
Front Legroom - -
Rear Legroom - -
Front Headroom - -
Rear Headroom - -
Front Shoulder Room - -
Rear Shoulder Room - -
Boot Space Seats Folded 1445 l -
Number of Doors 5 5
Max Payload - -
Boot Volume 560 l -
Doors 5 5
Seats 5 5
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 l -
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg 2400 kg 1701 kg
Ground Clearance Max 170 mm 180 mm
Ground Clearance Min 170 mm 180 mm
Ground Clearance Mm 170 mm 180 mm
Height Mm 1730 mm 1662 mm
Length Mm 4703 mm 4351 mm
Loadbox Length Mm 560 l -
Loadbox Width Mm - -
Payload Kg - -
Cargo Volume 560 l -
Tare Mass Kg 1980 kg -
Turning Circle - -
Turning Circle M - -
Width Mm 1886 mm 1831 mm

Overall Verdict Score

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

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

H6 PHEV leads by 16 points

H6 PHEV holds a noticeable edge over Tiggo 4 Cross, especially in key ownership areas.

Winner 73 /100
Lead 16 points
Data 76% confidence
73
#1 Winner

H6 PHEV

76% data confidence 2 strong categories
Best at Performance 98 Check Safety 38
Performance 98
Efficiency 97
Safety 38
Practicality 68
Ownership 65
Leads by 16 points
57
#2

Tiggo 4 Cross

68% data confidence 1 strong categories
Best at Safety 75 Check Performance 38
Performance 38
Efficiency 56
Safety 75
Practicality 67
Ownership 47
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance H6 PHEV +60 Efficiency H6 PHEV +41 Safety Tiggo 4 Cross +37 Practicality H6 PHEV +1 Ownership H6 PHEV +18

Moderate difference between the models.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

H6 PHEV

Performance 98/100
Efficiency 97/100
Safety 38/100
Practicality 68/100
Ownership 65/100

Tiggo 4 Cross

Performance 38/100
Efficiency 56/100
Safety 75/100
Practicality 67/100
Ownership 47/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 GWM H6 PHEV wins with 73 pts vs 57 pts for Tiggo 4 Cross

In structured scoring, H6 PHEV emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Tiggo 4 Cross 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 97 vs Tiggo 4 Cross 56. 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, Tiggo 4 Cross 75. 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, Tiggo 4 Cross 47. 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 68, Tiggo 4 Cross 67. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: H6 PHEV 98, Tiggo 4 Cross 38. 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.

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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 Tiggo 4 Cross in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: H6 PHEV scores 98 vs 38.

Efficiency: H6 PHEV scores 97 vs 56.

Safety: H6 PHEV scores 38 vs 75.

Practicality: H6 PHEV scores 68 vs 67.

Ownership: H6 PHEV scores 65 vs 47.

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