GWM H6 PHEV vs Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max

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

1.5T Ultra Luxury Hi-4 4WD PHEV DHT Phev Automatic

ZAR 749,900 ex-showroom

⚡ 268 kW 🔧 760 Nm ⛽ 90.9 km/l

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max

Executive 7DCT 2.0TGDI Petrol Automatic

ZAR 609,900 ex-showroom

⚡ 187 kW 🔧 390 Nm ⛽ 13.2 km/l

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At a Glance — Who Wins What

⚡ Performance H6 PHEV

⛽ Fuel Economy H6 PHEV

🛡 Safety Tiggo 8 Pro Max

📦 Practicality H6 PHEV

🔑 Ownership Tiggo 8 Pro Max

Tiggo 8 Pro Max starts ZAR 699900 cheaper H6 PHEV from ZAR 699,900 · Tiggo 8 Pro Max from ZAR 609,900

Key Specs Side by Side

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

Spec	H6 PHEV	Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Engine Power	268 kW	187 kW
Torque	760 Nm	390 Nm
Engine Size	1500 cc	2.0 cc
Claimed Mileage	90.9 km/l	13.2 km/l
Ground Clearance	170 mm	203 mm
Boot / Load Bay	560 l	117 l
Airbags	Front double, front side and side curtain airbags	Multiple airbags
Kerb Weight	1980 kg	1658 kg
Seating Capacity	5	7
Warranty	7 years / 200 000 km	7 Year / 200 000 km

= leads in this spec

The Bottom Line

Both H6 PHEV and Tiggo 8 Pro Max are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance H6 PHEV +23 pts

Efficiency H6 PHEV +45 pts

Safety Tiggo 8 Pro Max +56 pts

Practicality H6 PHEV +7 pts

Ownership Tiggo 8 Pro Max +12 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

Weak Spots

Less comprehensive safety features
Shorter warranty coverage

Best suited to: Highway Driving Fuel Efficiency Family Usage

Tiggo 8 Pro Max

Strengths

Stronger safety package
Better long-term ownership value

Weak Spots

Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Less practical in daily usage

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

Tiggo 8 Pro Max

Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec	H6 PHEV	Tiggo 8 Pro Max
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.	Current South Africa Tiggo 8 Pro Max 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	2023
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 8 Pro Max
Ground Clearance	170 mm	203 mm
Wheelbase	2738 mm	2710 mm
Length	4703 mm	4720 mm
Width	1886 mm	1860 mm
Height	1730 mm	1705 mm
Kerb Weight	1980 kg	1658 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight	2400 kg	2211 kg
Seating Capacity	5	7
Boot Space	560 l	117 l
Towing Capacity	1500 kg	-
Front Track Width	-	1582 mm
Rear Track Width	-	1604 mm
Turning Radius	-	-
Load Bed Length	560 l	117 l
Load Bed Width	-	-
Front Legroom	-	-
Rear Legroom	-	-
Front Headroom	-	-
Rear Headroom	-	-
Front Shoulder Room	-	-
Rear Shoulder Room	-	-
Boot Space Seats Folded	1445 l	739 l
Number of Doors	5	5
Max Payload	-	-
Boot Volume	560 l	117 l
Doors	5	5
Seats	5	7
Fuel Tank Capacity	55 l	51 l
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg	2400 kg	2211 kg
Ground Clearance Max	170 mm	203 mm
Ground Clearance Min	170 mm	203 mm
Ground Clearance Mm	170 mm	203 mm
Height Mm	1730 mm	1705 mm
Length Mm	4703 mm	4720 mm
Loadbox Length Mm	560 l	117 l
Loadbox Width Mm	-	-
Payload Kg	-	-
Cargo Volume	560 l	117 l
Tare Mass Kg	1980 kg	1658 kg
Turning Circle	-	-
Turning Circle M	-	-
Width Mm	1886 mm	1860 mm

Spec	H6 PHEV	Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Engine	1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid	2.0T petrol
Engine Type	1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid	2.0T petrol
Displacement	1500 cc	2.0 cc
Cylinders	-	4
Valves per Cylinder	-	16
Power	268 kW	187 kW
Power @ RPM	-	5500
Torque	760 Nm	390 Nm
Torque @ RPM	-	1750-4000
Fuel System	-	Petrol injection
Turbocharger	-	Standard
Top Speed	-	-
0-100 km/h	-	-
Compression Ratio	-	-
Cylinder Bore	-	-
Piston Stroke	-	-
Engine Code	-	-
Power	359 bhp	250.8 bhp
Fuel Grade Required	PHEV	Petrol
Cylinder Layout	-	Inline
Engine Aspiration	-	Turbocharged
Engine Type Config	1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid	2.0T petrol
0–100 km/h	-	-
Battery Capacity	19.1 kWh	-
Engine Displacement	1500 cc	2.0 cc
Engine Displacement Litres	1500 cc	2.0 cc
EV Range	106 km	-
Acceleration 0 100	-	-
Engine Config	1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid	2.0T petrol
Engine Cylinders	-	4
Engine Displacement Cc	1500 cc	2.0 cc
Engine Power kW	268 kW	187 kW
Engine Torque Nm	760 Nm	390 Nm
Engine Valves	-	16
Induction	-	Turbocharged
Max Power kW	268 kW	187 kW
Max Torque Nm	760 Nm	390 Nm
Maximum Power	268 kW	187 kW
Maximum Torque	760 Nm	390 Nm
Power kW Rpm	-	5500
Active Exhaust	-	-
Torque Nm Rpm	-	1750-4000
Turbo Type	-	Single turbo

Spec	H6 PHEV	Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic
Drive Type	4x2	FWD
Drivetrain Layout	4WD / AWD	FWD
LSD Available	-	-
Transfer Case	-	-
Differential Lock	-	-
Paddle Shifters	-	Standard
Final Drive Ratio	-	-
Number of Gears	-	7 km/h
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Clutch Type	-	Automatic clutch
Drivetrain	4x2	FWD
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic
4WD Engagement	Available	-
4WD Hi Range	Available	-
4WD Lo Range	-	-
4WD Selector	-	-
Automatic Shift Paddles	-	Standard
Drive Mode Selector	4WD/off-road drive mode support	-
Front Differential Lock	-	-
Gearbox Type	Automatic	Automatic
Low Range	-	-
Axle Layout	4x2	FWD
Rear Differential Lock	-	-
Transmission Speeds	-	7 km/h

Spec	H6 PHEV	Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Claimed Mileage	90.9 km/l	13.2 km/l
City Mileage	74.5 km/l	-
Highway Mileage	105.4 km/l	-
Fuel Tank Capacity	55 l	51 l
Emission Standard	-	Euro VIb
AdBlue Tank Capacity	-	-
Auto Start Stop	-	-
Average Fuel Consumption	1.1 l/100km	7.6 l/100km
Claimed Fuel Consumption	1.1 l/100km	7.6 l/100km
Fuel Efficiency	1.1 l/100km	7.6 l/100km
Real-world Mileage	90.9 km/l	13.2 km/l
AC Charging Power	-	-
Charging Port Type	-	-
Charging Time AC Full	-	-
Charging Time DC Fast 80pct	-	-
Charging Type	-	-
Combined Consumption	1.1 l/100km	7.6 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km	1.1 l/100km	7.6 l/100km
DC Charging Power	-	-
Fuel Economy Combined	1.1 l/100km	7.6 l/100km
Fuel Tank Litres	55 l	51 l
Fuel Type	PHEV	Petrol
Low Range Ratio	-	-
Combined Driving Range	Over 1000 km	-
Electric Consumption	-	-
Range Real World Highway	-	-
Range Real World Mixed	-	-
Range Wltp	-	-

Spec	H6 PHEV	Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Airbags	Front double, front side and side curtain airbags	Multiple airbags
ABS	-	Standard
Electronic Stability Control	-	Standard
Traction Control	-	Standard
Hill Descent Control	Confirmed 4WD derivative	Standard
Hill Start Assist	-	Standard
Child Safety Lock	-	Standard
ISOFIX Mounts	-	Standard
Brake Assist	-	Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor	-	Standard
Engine Immobiliser	-	Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats	-	Standard
Front Parking Sensors	-	Standard
AEB	Standard	Standard
BA	-	Standard
Brake Override System	-	Standard
Curtain Airbags	Standard	Standard
Driver Airbag	-	Standard
EBD	-	Standard
Engine Immobiliser	-	Standard
Hill Hold	-	Standard
Passenger Airbag	-	Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	-	Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners	-	Standard
Side Airbags	Standard	Standard
TCS	-	Standard
Knee Airbag	-	-
ABS EBD	-	Standard

Spec	H6 PHEV	Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Cruise Control	-	Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control	-	Standard
Lane Keep Assist	Standard	Standard
Lane Departure Warning	Standard	Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring	-	Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	-	Standard
Parking Sensors	-	Standard
Rear View Camera	-	Standard
360 Degree Camera	540-degree panoramic camera	Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking	Standard	Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert	Standard	Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition	-	-
Auto Highbeam	-	Standard
Auto Wipers	-	Standard
Drive Modes	-	Eco / Normal / Sport
Rear Parking Sensors	-	Standard
Reverse Camera	-	Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control	-	Standard
Park Assist	-	-
Around View Monitor	540-degree panoramic camera	Standard
Blind Spot Warning	-	Standard
Emergency Braking	Standard	-
Forward Collision Warning	-	Standard
Pre-Collision System	Standard	-
Surround View Camera	540-degree panoramic camera	Standard

Spec	H6 PHEV	Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Seat Material	-	Leatherette / leather
Heated Seats	Front	Standard
Ventilated Seats	Front	Standard
Ambient Lighting	-	Standard
Steering Wheel Material	-	Leather
Instrument Cluster Type	10.25-inch	-
Interior Colour Options	3	-
60 40 Split Seat	-	Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment	-	Power
Passenger Seat Adjustment	-	Power
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.	-
Interior Colours	3	-
Seat Capacity	5	-
Seat Count	5	-
Seat Trim	-	Leatherette / leather

Spec	H6 PHEV	Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Climate Control	Dual-zone	Automatic
Power Windows	-	Standard
Keyless Entry	-	Standard
Push Button Start	-	Standard
Wireless Charging	Standard	Standard
Sunroof	-	Standard
Electric Tailgate	-	Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers	-	Standard
AC Type	Dual-zone	Automatic
Adaptive Dampers	-	-
Climate Zones	Dual-zone	-
Engine Warranty	5	-
Gear Shift Type	Automatic	Electric
Heads Up Display	Full-colour	-
Launch Control	-	-
Performance Data Logger	-	-
Rev Matching	-	-
Seatbelt Reminder	-	Standard
Service Plan	7 years / 75 000 km	7 Year / 90 000 km
Skid Plates	Confirmed 4WD derivative	-
Stability Control	-	Standard
Valves Per Cylinder	-	4
Air Conditioning	Dual-zone	Automatic
Bed Extender	-	-
Canopy Fitment	-	-
Digital Speedometer	10.25-inch	-
Load Bed Cover	-	-
Load Bed Light	-	-
Load Bed Steps	-	-
Loadbox Depth Mm	-	-
Loadbox Rope Hooks	-	-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets	-	-
Manual Aircon	Dual-zone	-
Heated Steering Wheel	Standard	-
Sound System	9	8
Source Model Column	h6-phev	-
Sport Plus Mode	-	-
Sports Bar	-	-
Surround View Monitor	540-degree panoramic camera	Standard
Tailgate Damper	-	-
Tailgate Lock	-	-
Tow Bar Type	-	-
Trailer Stability Assist	Confirmed 4WD derivative	-
Trailer Sway Control	Confirmed 4WD derivative	-
Trim Level	flagship	-
Variant Role	Flagship / premium derivative	-

Spec	H6 PHEV	Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Infotainment Screen	Coffee OS	Touchscreen infotainment
Apple CarPlay	Wireless	Standard
Android Auto	Wireless	Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity	Wireless	Standard
Number of Speakers	9	8
Digital Instrument Cluster	10.25-inch	Standard
USB Ports	-	Front and rear USB where listed
Wireless Apple CarPlay	Wireless	Standard
Infotainment Screen Size	Coffee OS	10.25-inch or larger by trim
Infotainment Display	Coffee OS	-
Audio Speakers	9	8
Audio System	9	-
Display Audio	Coffee OS	-
Head Up Display	Full-colour	-
Infotainment Screen	Coffee OS	10.25-inch or larger by trim
Multi Information Display	10.25-inch	-
Connected Services	Wireless	-
Smartphone Connectivity	Wireless	-
Touchscreen	Coffee OS	10.25-inch or larger by trim
Wireless Android Auto	Wireless	Standard

Spec	H6 PHEV	Tiggo 8 Pro Max
LED Headlamps	-	Standard
Daytime Running Lamps	-	Standard
Fog Lamps	-	Standard
Roof Rails	-	Standard
Exterior Colour Options	3	White, black, grey, silver, blue, green and other official Chery market colours by model.
Body Type	SUV	-
Exterior Colour Options	3	-
Headlights	-	Standard
Load Bed Liner	-	-
Panoramic Sunroof	-	Standard

Spec	H6 PHEV	Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Approach Angle	-	-
Departure Angle	-	-
Wading Depth	-	-
Terrain Modes	-	-
Locking Differential	-	-
Underbody Protection	Confirmed 4WD derivative	-
4WD System Type	4x2	FWD
Hill Descent Control	Confirmed 4WD derivative	Standard
Breakover Angle	-	-
Off Road Traction Assist	-	-
Terrain Mode Mud	-	-
Terrain Mode Sand	-	-
Terrain Mode Snow	-	-

Spec	H6 PHEV	Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Tyre Size	-	235/50 R19
Front Brake Type	-	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	-	Disc
Spare Wheel Type	-	-
Wheel Rim Size	-	235/50 R19
Autonomous Emergency Brake	Standard	-
Braked Towing Capacity	1500 kg	-
Fifth Wheel Prep	-	-
Handbrake Type	-	Electronic parking brake
Towing Braked Kg	1500 kg	-
Wheelbase Mm	2738 mm	2710 mm

Spec	H6 PHEV	Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Front Suspension	-	MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension	-	Multi-link
MagneRide Damping	-	-

Spec	H6 PHEV	Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Service Interval	12 months / 15 000 km	-
Approx Service Cost	Included in Service Plan	-
Battery Warranty	8 years / 150 000 km	-
Maintenance Plan	5 Years / 75,000 km	-
Engine Oil Change Interval	10,000 km	-
First Service At	5000	-
Service Plan Duration	7 years / 75 000 km	7 Year / 90 000 km
Service Plan Distance	7 years / 75 000 km	7 Year / 90 000 km
Anti-Rust Treatment	Yes	-
Alternator	110A	-
Battery Type	Lithium-Ion	-
Gear Shift Indicator	Yes	Standard
Service Intervals	12 months / 15 000 km	-

Spec	H6 PHEV	Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Warranty Years	7 years / 200 000 km	7 Year / 200 000 km
Warranty Kilometers	7 years / 200 000 km	7 Year / 200 000 km
Roadside Assistance	7 years	-
Anti-Corrosion Warranty	6 Years	-
Basic Warranty	7 years / 200 000 km	7 Year / 200 000 km
Roadside Assistance	7 years	-
Warranty	7 years / 200 000 km	7 Year / 200 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance	7 years	-

Spec	H6 PHEV	Tiggo 8 Pro Max
CO2 Emissions	0 g/km	180 g/km
Hybrid System Type	Plug-in hybrid	-
Fuel Octane Requirement	PHEV	Petrol
Particulate Filter	-	-
Idle CO2 Output	0	-
CO2 Emissions G Km	0	-

Spec	H6 PHEV	Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Ownership Role	Flagship	mid-to-high value
Price Source	South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list	Official model page price card
Price Zar	749900 ZAR	609900 ZAR
Pricing Role	Current listed price	mid-to-high value
Starting Price	749900	609900
Starting Price Zar	749900	609900

Overall Verdict Score

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

Weighted / 100

Verdict readout

H6 PHEV leads by 1 points

Both H6 PHEV and Tiggo 8 Pro Max are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Winner 73 /100

Lead 1 points

Data 76% confidence

#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 1 points

Tiggo 8 Pro Max

74% data confidence 3 strong categories

Best at Safety 94 Check Efficiency 52

Performance 75

Efficiency 52

Safety 94

Practicality 61

Ownership 77

Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%

Category leaders What moves the verdict

Performance H6 PHEV +23 Efficiency H6 PHEV +45 Safety Tiggo 8 Pro Max +56 Practicality H6 PHEV +7 Ownership Tiggo 8 Pro Max +12

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

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 8 Pro Max

Performance 75/100

Efficiency 52/100

Safety 94/100

Practicality 61/100

Ownership 77/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 GWM H6 PHEV wins with 73 pts vs 72 pts for Tiggo 8 Pro Max

In structured scoring, H6 PHEV emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Tiggo 8 Pro Max may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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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 8 Pro Max 52. 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 8 Pro Max 94. 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 8 Pro Max 77. 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 8 Pro Max 61. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: H6 PHEV 98, Tiggo 8 Pro Max 75. 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 Tiggo 8 Pro Max in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: H6 PHEV scores 98 vs 75.

Efficiency: H6 PHEV scores 97 vs 52.

Safety: H6 PHEV scores 38 vs 94.

Practicality: H6 PHEV scores 68 vs 61.

Ownership: H6 PHEV scores 65 vs 77.

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

GWM H6 PHEV vs Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max

GWM H6 PHEV

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max

At a Glance — Who Wins What

Key Specs Side by Side

The Bottom Line

Where They Actually Differ

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

H6 PHEV

Tiggo 8 Pro Max

Which One's Right for You?

H6 PHEV

Tiggo 8 Pro Max

Full Specs, Side by Side

Overall Verdict Score

H6 PHEV leads by 1 points

H6 PHEV

Tiggo 8 Pro Max

H6 PHEV

Tiggo 8 Pro Max

So, Which One Should You Buy?

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In Depth — Breaking It All Down