GWM H6 vs Hyundai Kona
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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Hyundai Kona
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Hyundai Kona
1.0T DCT Executive
Petrol
7-Speed DCT
Discontinued model
ZAR 565,900
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Discontinued model
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⚡ 88 kW
🔧 172 Nm
⛽ 15.5 km/l
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Decision summary
GWM H6 vs Hyundai Kona: the short answer
H6 and Kona are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Recorded price context
H6:
current from
ZAR 589,900
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Kona:
last listed from
ZAR 459,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | H6 | Kona |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | H6115 kW @ 5500 rpm | Kona88 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | H6260 Nm | Kona172 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Engine Size | H61497 cc | Kona998 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | H617.2 km/l | Kona15.5 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | H6198 mm | Kona165 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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Hyundai Kona
1.0T DCT Executive
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
H6
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
Kona
Strengths
- Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
General Use
Which One's Right for You?
H6
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Kona
- Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
| Spec | H6 | Kona |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 134 | Not confirmed |
| CO2 Emissions | 134 g/km | 120 g/km |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Not confirmed |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | EVAP Canister | Yes |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | 95 Octane Unleaded | Unleaded 95 |
| Green NCAP Rating | 4/5 | Not confirmed |
| Hybrid System Type | Full Parallel Hybrid (DHT) | Not confirmed |
| Idle CO2 Output | 134 | Not confirmed |
| Noise Level | Low | Not confirmed |
| Particulate Filter | No | Not confirmed |
| Start Stop System | Yes | No |
| Variable Valve Timing | Yes | Yes |
| Spec | H6 | Kona |
|---|---|---|
| 360 Degree Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Active Engine Braking | No | Not confirmed |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Around View Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Attention Assist | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | No |
| Automatic High Beam | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Auto Highbeam | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Park Assist | No | Not confirmed |
| Auto Wipers | Yes | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Eco Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency Braking | Yes | Not confirmed |
| EV Mode | Yes | No |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Camera | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Park Assist | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Front and Rear | Not confirmed |
| Parking Sensor | Front and Rear | Not confirmed |
| Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Front & Rear |
| Pre-Collision System | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Reversing Camera | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Sport Mode | Yes | No |
| Surround View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Yes | No |
| Spec | H6 | Kona |
|---|---|---|
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | FWD | FWD |
| Clutch Type | Wet Multi-Disc | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Differential Lock | No | Not Applicable |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Drive Mode Selector | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | FWD |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front Engine Front Wheel Drive | FWD |
| Engine Position | Front Transverse | Front |
| Final Drive Ratio | 3.73 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | 2 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | Automatic | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Gearbox | DHT Hybrid Transmission | 7-speed DCT Dual Clutch |
| Gearbox Type | DHT Hybrid Transmission | Automatic |
| LSD Available | No | No |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Reverse Gear Warning | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 14.7:1 | Not confirmed |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Transmission Speeds | 2 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | H6 | Kona |
|---|---|---|
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Approach Angle | 20 deg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Approach Angle Deg | 20 deg | Not confirmed |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Departure Angle | 26 deg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Departure Angle Deg | 26 deg | Not confirmed |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Ground Clearance Max | 198 mm | 165 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 198 mm | 165 mm |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | No | No |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 16 deg | 20 deg |
| Ramp-over Angle | 18 deg | Not confirmed |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Recovery Hooks | No | Not confirmed |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Underbody Protection | No | Not confirmed |
| Breakover Angle | 16 deg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | H6 | Kona |
|---|---|---|
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Yes | Manual |
| Adjustable Front Seat | Yes | Manual |
| Ambient Lighting | Yes | Yes |
| Front Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Armrest Front | Folding with storage | Not confirmed |
| Armrest Rear | Centre folding with cupholders | Not confirmed |
| Boot Light | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Boot Space Seats Down | 1133 | Not confirmed |
| Cargo Hooks In Boot | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Cargo Net | No | Not confirmed |
| Cooled Seats | Yes | No |
| Cup Holders | Yes | 4 |
| Driver Seat | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 8-Way Electric | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fabric Seats | No | Yes |
| Folding Rear Seats | 60/40 Split | 60/40 Split |
| Front Headrest | Adjustable | Yes |
| Heated Seats | Yes | Front |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Digital Instrument Cluster | Analogue + MID |
| Interior Colour Options | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Interior Colours | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen on LS, 14.6-inch on LT and LX with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Digital instrument cluster. Head-up display on LT and LX. Synthetic leather on LS, genuine leather on LT and | Not confirmed |
| Interior Courtesy Lights | LED | Not confirmed |
| Interior Trim Colour | Black with silver accents | Not confirmed |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Leather | Not confirmed |
| Leather Seats | Yes | No |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Seats | Yes | No |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 4-Way Manual | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Armrest | Yes | No |
| Rear Headrest | Adjustable | Yes |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Seat Ventilation | No | Not confirmed |
| Seat Adjustment | Yes | Power Driver |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Fore Aft | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Height | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Seat Fold Type | 60/40 split fold | Not confirmed |
| Seat Material | Leather | Leather |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1430 mm | Not confirmed |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1390 mm | Not confirmed |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Steering Type | Yes | Electric |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather Wrapped | Leather |
| Third Row Seating Capacity | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Third Row Seats | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear USB Ports | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Ventilated Seats | Yes | Front |
| Spec | H6 | Kona |
|---|---|---|
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Yes |
| AEB | Yes | No |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Alarm System | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Yes | Not confirmed |
| BA | Yes | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 6 | Not confirmed |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 6 | Not confirmed |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| ESC With Traction Control | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Fatigue Detection | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Front Parking Sensors | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Lane Change Warning | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Safety Rating | 5 | Not Rated (SA) |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Side Impact Beams | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | Yes |
| Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| TCS | Yes | Yes |
| Tracking System | Optional | Not confirmed |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Whiplash Protection | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Spec | H6 | Kona |
|---|---|---|
| AC Type | Yes | Dual Zone Auto Climate |
| Accelerator 0 100 | 110 sec | Not confirmed |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Yes | 12V |
| Active Safety Alert | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Adaptive Dampers | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Aero Kit | No | Not confirmed |
| Air Conditioning | Yes | Dual Zone Auto Climate |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Yes | No |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Automatic High Beam | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Boot Opener | Yes | Inside |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 730 l | Not confirmed |
| Bottle Holders | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Centre Console | Full-length with storage | Not confirmed |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Chrome Grille | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Climate Control | Yes | Dual Zone Auto Climate |
| Climate Zones | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Coat Hooks Rear | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Common Rail Injection | Direct Injection | Not confirmed |
| Cornering Lights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Diff Lock | No | Not confirmed |
| Difflock | No | Not confirmed |
| Digital Speedometer | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Door Opening Angle | 90 deg | Not confirmed |
| Door Sill Trim | Aluminium | Not confirmed |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.34 | Not confirmed |
| Driver Display | Digital | Not confirmed |
| Driver Drowsiness Detection | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Electric | Not confirmed |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Tailgate | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Engine Start Stop | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Warranty | 5 Years / 100,000 km | Not confirmed |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Follow Me Home Lights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Front Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Front Power Outlet | Yes | Yes |
| Front Reading Lamps | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Front Wiper | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Front Wipers Type | Variable intermittent | Not confirmed |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 5.8 | Not confirmed |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Yes | Inside |
| Glove Box | Lockable illuminated | Not confirmed |
| Glovebox Cooling | No | Not confirmed |
| Grab Handles Rear | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Yes | Manual |
| Headlamp Washer | No | No |
| Headrest Adjustable | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Headrest Front | Adjustable | Not confirmed |
| Headrest Rear | Adjustable | Not confirmed |
| Heads Up Display | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Heated Mirrors | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Horn Type | Electric | Not confirmed |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Intelligent Speed Assist | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Intercooler | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Lift Gate | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Load Sill Height | Low | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Low Speed Manoeuvring Assist | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Manual Aircon | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Mirror | Electric Adjustable | Not confirmed |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Electric | Not confirmed |
| Multi Function Steering | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Oil Pressure Warning | Yes | Not confirmed |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Panoramic Roof | Yes | Electric Panoramic Sunroof |
| Panoramic Roof Size | Full-length | Not confirmed |
| Passive Entry Start | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Pedal Covers | Aluminium-style | Not confirmed |
| Performance Data Logger | No | Not confirmed |
| Power Mirrors | Yes | Yes |
| Power Socket 12v | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Power Windows | Yes | All |
| Powered Tailgate | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Puddle Lights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | No |
| Reading Lights Front | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Reading Lights Rear | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Diff Lock | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | 60/40 | Not confirmed |
| Rear Window Defroster | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wing | Integrated Spoiler | Not confirmed |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Remote Central Locking | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Remote Engine Start | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Remote Side Mirror | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Remote Start | No | Not confirmed |
| Rev Counter | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rev Matching | No | Not confirmed |
| Ride Mode Selection | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rim Size | 19 | 18-inch Alloy |
| Roof Antenna | Shark Fin Antenna | Not confirmed |
| Roof Load | 50 kg | Not confirmed |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Seat Type | High Bolster Sports Seat | Not confirmed |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Service Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| Side Impact Bars | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Side Steps | No | Not confirmed |
| Skid Plates | No | Not confirmed |
| Snow Mode | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Sonar | Front and Rear | Not confirmed |
| Sound System | 12 | 8 Bose Premium |
| Source Model Column | h6 | Not confirmed |
| Spare Wheel | Yes | Steel |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Speed Limiter | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Stabilizer Bar | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Not confirmed |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Yes | Yes |
| Steering Response | Progressive | Not confirmed |
| Sub Frame | Full front and rear | Not confirmed |
| Sunroof | Yes | Electric Panoramic Sunroof |
| Sunvisors | Dual with vanity mirrors | Not confirmed |
| Surround View Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Tachometer | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | No |
| Temperature Gauge | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Tie Down Hooks | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Yes |
| Tow Bar Type | Receiver hitch compatible | Not confirmed |
| TPMS | Yes | Yes |
| Trailer Hitch | No | Not confirmed |
| Trim Level | flagship | Not confirmed |
| Trip Computer | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Repair Kit | No | Not confirmed |
| Unlocking | Yes | Yes |
| Uv Protection Glass | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Vanity Mirror | Yes | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Variant Role | Flagship / premium derivative | Not confirmed |
| Vdc | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Voice Command | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Voice Command Support | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Walk Away Lock | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Welcome Lighting | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Wind Deflectors | No | Not confirmed |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 730 l | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | H6 | Kona |
|---|---|---|
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Multi-Spoke Alloy | 18-inch Alloy |
| Auto Headlights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Body Cladding | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | LED |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | LED |
| Door Handle Finish | Body Coloured | Body Coloured |
| DRL | Yes | LED |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Colour Options | 6 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Exterior Colour Options | 6 | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Body Coloured | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Yes | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Electric | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Mirror Heated | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Mirror Memory | No | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Mirror Turn Indicator | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED |
| Fog Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Front Fog Lamps | Yes | LED |
| Front Fog Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Front Overhang | 880 mm | Not confirmed |
| Headlamp Levelling | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Headlamps | Yes | Full LED |
| Headlight Type | Yes | Full LED |
| Headlights | Yes | Full LED |
| LED Headlamps | Yes | Full LED |
| Led Headlights | Yes | Full LED |
| Led Taillights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Wing Mirror Type | Electric Adjustable | Power Adjustable |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Fog Lights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Overhang | 890 mm | Not confirmed |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Type | Metal Roof | Not confirmed |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | Yes |
| Sunroof Slide | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Sunroof Tilt | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Spec | H6 | Kona |
|---|---|---|
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | No | Not Applicable |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| City Mileage | 13.9 km/l | 12.5 km/l |
| Claimed Mileage | 17.2 km/l | 15.5 km/l |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Distance To Empty | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro 6 |
| Fuel Filler Cap | Lockable | Not confirmed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 l | 50 l |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 58 | 50 |
| Highway Mileage | 20.0 km/l | 19.0 km/l |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 17.2 km/l | 15.5 km/l |
| Auto Start Stop | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | H6 | Kona |
|---|---|---|
| Alternator | 110A | 120A |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Battery Warranty | 8 Years / 160,000 km | Not confirmed |
| First Service At | 5000 | 15000 |
| Maintenance Plan | 5 Years / 75,000 km | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 5.5 l | Not confirmed |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 10,000 km | Not confirmed |
| Approx Service Cost | Included in Service Plan | Not confirmed |
| Service Interval | 10000 | 15000 km / 12 months |
| Service Intervals | 10000 | 15000 km / 12 months |
| Service Plan | 5 Years / 75,000 km | 4 |
| Service Plan Distance | 5 Years / 75,000 km | 4 |
| Service Plan Duration | 5 Years / 75,000 km | 4 |
| Accessory Battery Type | - | Lead-acid |
| Spec | H6 | Kona |
|---|---|---|
| Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Audio | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Yes | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 12 | 8 Bose Premium |
| Audio System | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Connected Services | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Yes | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Display Audio | Yes | Not confirmed |
| FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 3 | Not confirmed |
| Head Up Display | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Infotainment System | Yes | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Infotainment Display | 14.6-inch Touchscreen | Touchscreen |
| Infotainment Screen | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Laminated Windscreen | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Multi Information Display | Digital Instrument Cluster | Not confirmed |
| Navigation System | Yes | Yes |
| Premium Audio | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Radio | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Usb | Yes | Yes |
| Infotainment Screen Size | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Number of Speakers | 12 | 8 Bose Premium |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | Yes |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| USB Ports | 3 | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C |
| Voice Control | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Voice Recognition | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| AUX Input | - | Yes |
| Spec | H6 | Kona |
|---|---|---|
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 6 Years | 5 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 5 Years / 100,000 km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | Yes | 5 Years |
| Roadside Assistance | Yes | 5 Years |
| Warranty | 5 Years / 100,000 km | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 Years / 100,000 km | 5 |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | Yes | 5 Years |
| Warranty Years | 5 Years / 100,000 km | 5 |
| Spec | H6 | Kona |
|---|---|---|
| Auto Brake Hold | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | Disc (Ventilated) |
| Brake Type Rear | Disc | Disc |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Not confirmed |
| Cornering Brake Control | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Electric Park Brake | Electronic | Not confirmed |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 308 mm | Not confirmed |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
| Front Tyre Width | 235 mm | Not confirmed |
| Handbrake Type | Electronic parking brake | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Leather Wrapped | Not confirmed |
| Parking Brake Type | Electronic | Manual |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 292 mm | Not confirmed |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc |
| Rear Tyre Width | 235 mm | Not confirmed |
| Spare Tyre | Yes | Steel |
| Spare Wheel Location | Under vehicle / boot floor | Not confirmed |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Steel | Not confirmed |
| Spare Wheel Type | Yes | Steel |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Leather Wrapped | Not confirmed |
| Tyre Load Index | 94 | 91 |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Size | 235/50R19 | 235/45 R18 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | V | H |
| Tyre Type | Radial | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Cover | Alloy | Not confirmed |
| Wheel Diameter | 19 | 18-inch Alloy |
| Wheel Locking Nuts | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Wheel Material | Multi-Spoke Alloy | 18-inch Alloy |
| Wheel Rim Size | 19 | 18-inch Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | 19 | Not confirmed |
| Wheel Type | Multi-Spoke Alloy | 18-inch Alloy |
| Wheels | Multi-Spoke Alloy | 18-inch Alloy |
| Spec | H6 | Kona |
|---|---|---|
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Color Note | Crystal White, Hamilton Black, Pittsburgh Silver, Mars Red, Atlantic Blue and Cosmos Grey. Two-tone roof options on LT and LX with selected base colours. | Not confirmed |
| Dealer Stock Note | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup | Not confirmed |
| Model Year | 2026 | Not confirmed |
| Production Status | published | discontinued |
| Segment | SUV | SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1680 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Type | SUV | SUV |
| Model Introduced Year | 2022 | 2018 |
| Generation | H6 sold in South Africa is the third generation H6 under the Haval brand, launched globally in 2021 and adapted for SA in 2022. Suspension and powertrain calibration is tuned for South African road conditions and fuel quality. | Second generation Kona on Hyundai's K2 GEN platform; the design is more conservative than the first gen but better resolved |
| Facelift History | H6 received a mid-cycle update in late 2024 that brought refined hybrid system calibration for South African altitude and fuel quality, an upgraded driver-assistance package across all variants, the 14.6-inch infotainment screen as standard on LT and LX (replacing the original 12.3-inch unit), and revised exterior detailing including new alloy wheel designs. | Second generation launched globally in 2023 and brought to SA; softened styling compared to the sharper first gen, improved interior quality and tech |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2024 | 2023 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Not confirmed |
| Spec | H6 | Kona |
|---|---|---|
| Boot/Cargo Space | 530 l | 466 l |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 l | 50 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2200 kg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 198 mm | 165 mm |
| Front Headroom | 990 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Headroom | 960 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Height | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1680 kg | 1460 kg |
| Front Legroom | 1050 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Legroom | 890 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Length | 4653 mm | 4355 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 11.8 m | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Wheelbase | 2738 mm | 2660 mm |
| Width | 1886 mm | 1825 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 150 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Payload Capacity | 480 kg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 2 rows |
| Spec | H6 | Kona |
|---|---|---|
| Chassis Material | Monocoque | Not confirmed |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | Monocoque |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | Not confirmed |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Front Track Width | 1560 mm | Not confirmed |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Power Steering | Yes | Electric |
| Rear Axle Type | Multi-Link Independent | Not confirmed |
| Rear Spring Type | Coil Spring | Not confirmed |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link Independent | Multi-Link |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-Link Independent | Multi-Link |
| Rear Track Width | 1570 mm | Not confirmed |
| Shock Absorber Type | Hydraulic | Not confirmed |
| Shock Absorbers | Hydraulic | Not confirmed |
| Steering Column | Adjustable | Tilt |
| Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Not confirmed |
| Spec | H6 | Kona |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Flagship | Private and family |
| Price Zar | 729900 ZAR | 565900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Historical listed price |
| Starting Price | 729900 | 565900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 729900 | 565900 |
| Spec | H6 | Kona |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 9.5 l/100km | Not confirmed |
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 7.0 l/100km | Not confirmed |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 8.0 l/100km | Not confirmed |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 6.0 l/100km | Not confirmed |
| Spec | H6 | Kona |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Hybrid | 1-litre Turbocharged Petrol |
| Engine Code | GW4B15B | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Parallel Hybrid | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1497 cc | 998 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 115 kW @ 5500 rpm | 88 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 260 Nm | 172 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Combined Power | 180 kW | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Transmission | Not Officially Disclosed | 7-Speed DCT |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | 185 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.8 sec | 10.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Eco, Normal |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 107.1 kW/tonne | 60.3 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 117.8 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | 1.8 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Not Applicable |
In depth: how these cars differ
This H6 and Kona comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: H6 51 vs Kona 40.
Efficiency index: H6 70 vs Kona 62.
Safety-equipment index: H6 93 vs Kona 84.
Practicality index: H6 67 vs Kona 67.
Ownership-cover index: H6 65 vs Kona 65.
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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Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
H6 leads by 6 points
H6 and Kona are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Evidence leader
69
/100
Lead
6
points
Data
99%
source coverage
69
#1
Evidence leader
H6
99% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 93
Check
Performance 51
Performance
51
Efficiency
70
Safety
93
Practicality
67
Ownership
65
Leads by 6 points
63
#2
Kona
90% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Safety 84
Check
Performance 40
Performance
40
Efficiency
62
Safety
84
Practicality
67
Ownership
65
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
H6 +11
Efficiency
H6 +8
Safety
H6 +9
Practicality
Level
Ownership
Level
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
H6
Performance
51/100
Efficiency
70/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
67/100
Ownership
65/100
Kona
Performance
40/100
Efficiency
62/100
Safety
84/100
Practicality
67/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
GWM H6
leads the specification evidence index with 69 pts
vs 63 pts for Kona
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, H6 leads. However, Kona may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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H6 vs Kona questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa 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.
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