GWM H6 PHEV vs Jetour X70 Plus

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
Jetour X70 Plus in South Africa

Jetour X70 Plus

Deluxe Petrol Automatic
ZAR 484,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 115 kW 🔧 230 Nm ⛽ 7.8 km/l
Add a 3rd car

At a Glance — Who Wins What

Performance H6 PHEV
Fuel Economy H6 PHEV
🛡 Safety X70 Plus
📦 Practicality X70 Plus
🔑 Ownership H6 PHEV
X70 Plus starts ZAR 699900 cheaper H6 PHEV from ZAR 699,900 · X70 Plus from ZAR 454,900

Key Specs Side by Side

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

Spec H6 PHEV X70 Plus
Engine Power 268 115
Torque 760 230
Engine Size 1500 1498
Claimed Mileage Not Applicable 7.8
Ground Clearance 170 mm 200
Boot Space Not Applicable 1680
Airbags Not Available Front and front side airbags plus side curtain airbags
Kerb Weight Not Applicable Not Applicable
Seating Capacity 5 7
Warranty 5 -

= leads in this spec

The Bottom Line

Both H6 PHEV and X70 Plus are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance H6 PHEV +49 pts
Efficiency H6 PHEV +14 pts
Safety X70 Plus +28 pts
Practicality X70 Plus +28 pts
Ownership H6 PHEV +25 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

🏆 Overall Winner

H6 PHEV

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

X70 Plus

Strengths
  • Stronger safety package
  • More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • 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
  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

X70 Plus

  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec H6 PHEV X70 Plus
Model Introduced Year Current local generation year not confirmed Not Available
Generation Current South African H6 PHEV listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data. Current local listing
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. Not listed by current South African source page.
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. -
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 Current
Production Status published Active
Segment SUV SUV
Vehicle Type SUV SUV
Spec H6 PHEV X70 Plus
Ground Clearance 170 mm 200 mm
Wheelbase 2738 mm 2720 mm
Length 4703 mm 4724 mm
Width 1886 mm 1900 mm
Height 1730 mm 1720 mm
Kerb Weight Not Applicable Not Applicable
Gross Vehicle Weight Not Applicable 2076 kg
Seating Capacity 5 7
Boot Space Not Applicable 1680 l
Towing Capacity 2000 kg Not Applicable
Front Track Width Not Applicable Not Applicable
Rear Track Width Not Applicable Not Applicable
Turning Radius Not Applicable Not Applicable
Load Bed Length Not Applicable Not Applicable
Load Bed Width Not Applicable Not Applicable
Front Legroom Not Applicable Not Applicable
Rear Legroom Not Applicable Not Applicable
Front Headroom Not Applicable Not Applicable
Rear Headroom Not Applicable Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room Not Applicable Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room Not Applicable Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded Not Applicable 1680 l
Number of Doors 5 Not Applicable
Max Payload Not Applicable Not Applicable
Boot Volume Not Applicable 1680 l
Doors 5 Not Applicable
Seats 5 7
Fuel Tank Capacity Not Applicable 57 l
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg Not Applicable 2076 kg
Ground Clearance Max 170 mm 200 mm
Ground Clearance Min 170 mm 200 mm
Ground Clearance Mm 170 mm 200 mm
Height Mm 1730 mm 1720 mm
Length Mm 4703 mm 4724 mm
Loadbox Length Mm Not Applicable Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm Not Applicable Not Applicable
Payload Kg Not Applicable Not Applicable
Cargo Volume Not Applicable 1680 l
Tare Mass Kg Not Applicable Not Applicable
Turning Circle Not Applicable Not Applicable
Turning Circle M Not Applicable Not Applicable
Width Mm 1886 mm 1900 mm

Overall Verdict Score

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

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

H6 PHEV leads by 6 points

Both H6 PHEV and X70 Plus are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Winner 64 /100
Lead 6 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 6 points
58
#2

X70 Plus

68% data confidence 1 strong categories
Best at Practicality 91 Check Efficiency 36
Performance 49
Efficiency 36
Safety 66
Practicality 91
Ownership 40
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance H6 PHEV +49 Efficiency H6 PHEV +14 Safety X70 Plus +28 Practicality X70 Plus +28 Ownership H6 PHEV +25

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

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

X70 Plus

Performance 49/100
Efficiency 36/100
Safety 66/100
Practicality 91/100
Ownership 40/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 GWM H6 PHEV wins with 64 pts vs 58 pts for X70 Plus

In structured scoring, H6 PHEV emerges as the stronger overall package. However, X70 Plus 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 X70 Plus 36. 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, X70 Plus 66. 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, X70 Plus 40. 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, X70 Plus 91. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: H6 PHEV 98, X70 Plus 49. 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 X70 Plus in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: H6 PHEV scores 98 vs 49.

Efficiency: H6 PHEV scores 50 vs 36.

Safety: H6 PHEV scores 38 vs 66.

Practicality: H6 PHEV scores 63 vs 91.

Ownership: H6 PHEV scores 65 vs 40.

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