Source type: Official OEM South Africa
GWM H7 vs GWM H1
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.
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GWM H1
Discontinued model
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GWM H7
2.0T LX
Petrol
8-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 799,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 185 kW
🔧 420 Nm
⛽ 11.8 km/l
VS
GWM H1
1.5 LS
Petrol
CVT
Discontinued model
ZAR 229,900
last listed
Discontinued model
Verified historical specifications remain visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 78 kW
🔧 135 Nm
⛽ 7.0 km/l
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Decision summary
GWM H7 vs GWM H1: the short answer
H7 has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over H1.
Recorded price context
H7:
current from
ZAR 649,900
·
H1:
last listed from
ZAR 229,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | H7 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | H7185 kW @ 5500 rpm | H178 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | H7420 Nm | H1135 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Engine Size | H71999 cc | H11497 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | H711.8 km/l | H17.0 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | H7195 mm | H1160 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Hagalu catalogue record
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
H7
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
- Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
- No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
H1
Strengths
- Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
- Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:
General Use
Which One's Right for You?
H7
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
H1
- 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 | H7 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2024 | 2015 |
| Generation | First generation, derived from Haval's larger SUV platform launched in 2023. Local specification differs from the Chinese-domestic model in suspension calibration and equipment loading. | Single generation in South Africa from 2015-2019. The H1 was based on an older Great Wall platform and was discontinued without a direct successor. |
| Facelift History | First-generation H7 launched in South Africa in 2024. No significant facelift to date; software updates have refined the all-wheel-drive system calibration and the driver-assistance behaviour. | H1 received a single mid-cycle update in 2017 that brought minor exterior styling refinements and an updated infotainment system. No significant mechanical changes through the model life. |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2024 | 2017 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Not confirmed |
| Body Style | SUV | Not confirmed |
| Color Note | Crystal White, Hamilton Black, Cosmos Grey, Pittsburgh Silver, Mars Red and Atlantic Blue. Two-tone roof options available on LT and LX trims. | Not confirmed |
| Dealer Stock Note | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup | Not confirmed |
| Model Year | 2026 | Not confirmed |
| Production Status | published | Not confirmed |
| Segment | SUV | Not confirmed |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1830 kg | Not confirmed |
| Vehicle Type | SUV | Not confirmed |
| Spec | H7 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4772 mm | 4002 mm |
| Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Height | 1750 mm | 1567 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 195 mm | 160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 l | 42 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 620 l | Not confirmed |
| Kerb Weight | 1830 kg | Not confirmed |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2200 kg | 1770 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | Not confirmed |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 12.2 m | 5.2 m |
| Front Headroom | 990 mm | 975 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 960 mm | 950 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1050 mm | 1020 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 890 mm | 840 mm |
| Spec | H7 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Rear Track Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link Independent | Torsion Beam |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | Monocoque |
| Power Steering | Yes | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Column | Adjustable | Tilt Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | Coil Spring | Torsion Bar |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Yes | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Yes | Standard |
| Shock Absorber Type | Hydraulic | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Chassis Material | Monocoque | Not confirmed |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Axle Type | Multi-Link Independent | Not confirmed |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-Link Independent | Torsion Beam |
| Shock Absorbers | Hydraulic | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Not confirmed |
| Spec | H7 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | Yes | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front and Rear |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Not Available |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Not Available |
| Sunroof | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Electric Tailgate | Yes | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Yes | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 820 l | 1100 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 820 l | 1100 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | Yes | Standard |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Electric | Manual Fold |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Yes | Standard Driver |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | Not Available |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Yes | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Speed Limiter | Yes | Not Available |
| AC Type | Yes | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Adaptive Dampers | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Aero Kit | No | Not confirmed |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Boot Opener | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Chrome Grille | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Climate Zones | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.34 | Not confirmed |
| Driver Display | Digital | Not confirmed |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Engine Start Stop | Yes | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | Not Available |
| Engine Warranty | 5 Years / 100,000 km | Not confirmed |
| Front Armrest | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Front Power Outlet | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 8.5 | Not confirmed |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Glovebox Cooling | No | Not confirmed |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Headlamp Washer | No | Not confirmed |
| Headrest Adjustable | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Heads Up Display | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Intercooler | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Multi Function Steering | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Panoramic Roof | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Performance Data Logger | No | Not confirmed |
| Power Mirrors | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Seat Split | 60/40 | Not confirmed |
| Rear Wing | Integrated Spoiler | Not confirmed |
| Remote Engine Start | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rev Matching | No | Not confirmed |
| Ride Mode Selection | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Roof Antenna | Shark Fin Antenna | Not confirmed |
| Seat Type | High Bolster Sports Seat | Not confirmed |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Service Reminder | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Side Steps | No | Not confirmed |
| Skid Plates | No | Not confirmed |
| Spare Wheel | Yes | Full Size Spare |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Stabilizer Bar | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Yes | Not Available |
| Steering Response | Progressive | Not confirmed |
| Tachometer | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Tail Lamps | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Not confirmed |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Not confirmed |
| Trip Computer | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Tyre Repair Kit | No | Not confirmed |
| Vanity Mirror | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Voice Command | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Voice Command Support | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Accelerator 0 100 | 150 sec | Not confirmed |
| Active Safety Alert | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Air Conditioning | Yes | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Automatic High Beam | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Bottle Holders | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Centre Console | Full-length with storage | 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 Opening Angle | 90 deg | Not confirmed |
| Door Sill Trim | Aluminium | Not confirmed |
| Driver Drowsiness Detection | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Electric | Not confirmed |
| Follow Me Home Lights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Front Reading Lamps | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Front Wiper | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Front Wipers Type | Variable intermittent | Not confirmed |
| Glove Box | Lockable illuminated | Not confirmed |
| Grab Handles Rear | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Headrest Front | Adjustable | Not confirmed |
| Headrest Rear | Adjustable | Not confirmed |
| Heated Mirrors | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Horn Type | Electric | Not confirmed |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Intelligent Speed Assist | Yes | Not confirmed |
| 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 Length Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Speed Manoeuvring Assist | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Manual Aircon | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Mirror | Electric Adjustable | Not confirmed |
| Oil Pressure Warning | Yes | Not confirmed |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Panoramic Roof Size | Full-length | Not confirmed |
| Passive Entry Start | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Pedal Covers | Aluminium-style | Not confirmed |
| Power Socket 12v | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Powered Tailgate | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Puddle Lights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Reading Lights Front | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Reading Lights Rear | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Diff Lock | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Remote Central Locking | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Remote Side Mirror | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Remote Start | No | Not confirmed |
| Rev Counter | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rim Size | 20 | 15 Inches |
| Roof Load | 80 kg | Not confirmed |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Side Impact Bars | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Snow Mode | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Sonar | Front and Rear | Not confirmed |
| Sound System | 12 | 4 |
| Source Model Column | h7 | Not confirmed |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Not confirmed |
| Sub Frame | Full front and rear | Not confirmed |
| Sunvisors | Dual with vanity mirrors | Not confirmed |
| Surround View Monitor | Yes | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Temperature Gauge | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Tie Down Hooks | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Tow Bar Type | Receiver hitch compatible | Not confirmed |
| TPMS | Yes | Not Available |
| Trailer Hitch | No | Not confirmed |
| Trailer Stability Assist | Confirmed 4WD derivative | Not confirmed |
| Trailer Sway Control | Confirmed 4WD derivative | Not confirmed |
| Trim Level | flagship | Not confirmed |
| Unlocking | Yes | Not Available |
| Uv Protection Glass | Yes | Not confirmed |
| 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 |
| 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 | Not Available |
| Spec | H7 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2-litre Turbocharged Petrol | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | GW4C20D | GW4G15 |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1999 cc | 1497 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Multi-Point Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | 82.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Stroke | 93.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Maximum Power | 185 kW @ 5500 rpm | 78 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 420 Nm | 135 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | AWD | FWD |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic | CVT |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 155 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 sec | 13.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 101.1 kW/tonne | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 229.5 Nm/tonne | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | 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 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | H7 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front Transverse | Transverse Front-Mounted |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed CVT |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front Engine All Wheel Drive | Not confirmed |
| LSD Available | No | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | No | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Final Drive Ratio | 3.42 | 3.94:1 |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 14.7:1 | 3.2 |
| Number of Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic CVT |
| Clutch Type | Torque Converter | Torque Converter |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Gear Shift Type | Automatic | Not confirmed |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Drive Mode Selector | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Gearbox Type | 8-Speed Automatic | Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Axle Layout | AWD | Not confirmed |
| Rear Differential Lock | No | Not confirmed |
| Reverse Gear Warning | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Transmission Speeds | 8 | 6 |
| Spec | H7 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 11.8 km/l | 7.0 km/l |
| City Mileage | 9.5 km/l | 6.8 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 13.9 km/l | 8.2 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 l | 42 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | No | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Distance To Empty | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Real-world Mileage | 11.8 km/l | 7.0 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Fuel Filler Cap | Lockable | Not confirmed |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 63 | 42 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Spec | H7 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 8 | 4 |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Not Available |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | 2 Rear ISOFIX Points |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Not Available |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Alarm System | Yes | Not Available |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote Central Locking |
| Side Impact Beams | Yes | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Front Seats |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | Standard |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Yes | Not Available |
| Front Parking Sensors | Yes | Not Available |
| Safety Rating | 5 | 4 |
| Whiplash Protection | Yes | Active Head Restraints |
| Lane Change Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| AEB | Yes | Not Available |
| BA | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Not confirmed |
| EBD | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Fatigue Detection | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Not Available |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| TCS | Yes | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Knee Airbag | No | Not confirmed |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 8 | Not confirmed |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 8 | Not confirmed |
| ESC With Traction Control | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Tracking System | Optional | Not confirmed |
| Spec | H7 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Not Available |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Yes | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Yes | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Auto Lights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Auto Wipers | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Eco Mode | Yes | Not confirmed |
| EV Mode | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Sport Mode | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Active Engine Braking | No | Not confirmed |
| Around View Monitor | Yes | Not Available |
| Attention Assist | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Auto Park Assist | No | Not confirmed |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Front Camera | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Front and Rear | Not confirmed |
| Parking Sensor | Front and Rear | Not confirmed |
| Automatic High Beam | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Pre-Collision System | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Reverse Camera Type | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Reversing Camera | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Surround View Camera | Yes | Not Available |
| Spec | H7 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather | Fabric |
| Seat Adjustment | Yes | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Heated Seats | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Steering Type | Yes | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt Adjustable |
| Ambient Lighting | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Folding Rear Seats | 60/40 Split | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Armrest | Yes | Front Centre Armrest |
| Rear Armrest | Yes | Not Available |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
| Cup Holders | Yes | 4 |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear USB Ports | Yes | 0 |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather Wrapped | Polyurethane |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Digital Instrument Cluster | Analogue Speedometer |
| Interior Colour Options | 2 | 2 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Yes | Not Available |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | All Four Door Pockets |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Adjustable Front Seat | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Cooled Seats | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 10-Way Electric | Not confirmed |
| Fabric Seats | No | Not confirmed |
| Front Headrest | Adjustable | Not confirmed |
| Leather Seats | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Memory Seats | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 4-Way Manual | Not confirmed |
| Rear Headrest | Adjustable | Not confirmed |
| 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 |
| Driver Seat | Yes | 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. Full digital instrument cluster on LT and LX. Head-up display on LT and LX. Genuine leather upholstery on LT | Not confirmed |
| Interior Courtesy Lights | LED | Not confirmed |
| Interior Trim Colour | Black with silver accents | Not confirmed |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Leather | Not confirmed |
| Interior Colours | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Seat Ventilation | No | Not confirmed |
| 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 Trim | Leather | Not confirmed |
| Third Row Seating Capacity | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Third Row Seats | No | Not confirmed |
| Spec | H7 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | No |
| Android Auto | Yes | No |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 12 | 4 |
| Navigation System | Yes | No |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Yes | Partial Digital |
| USB Ports | 3 | 1 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | No |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | No |
| FM Radio | Yes | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | Not Available |
| Voice Recognition | Yes | Not Available |
| Infotainment Screen Size | Yes | 7 |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Yes | Not Available |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Yes | Not Available |
| Infotainment Display | 14.6-inch Touchscreen | Not confirmed |
| Rear Usb | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Premium Audio | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Audio | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Audio Speakers | 12 | 4 |
| Audio System | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Display Audio | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 3 | Not confirmed |
| Head Up Display | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Infotainment Screen | Yes | 7 |
| Laminated Windscreen | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Multi Information Display | Digital Instrument Cluster | Not confirmed |
| Connected Services | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Voice Control | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Radio | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Touchscreen | Yes | 7 |
| AUX Input | - | Not Available |
| Spec | H7 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Yes | Halogen Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | Not Available |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Not Available |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Diamond Cut Premium Alloy | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Yes | Not Available |
| Body Cladding | Yes | Plastic Body Cladding |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | 6 | 6 |
| Roof Type | Metal Roof | Standard Fixed Roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | Electric Adjustable | Manual Black Mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | Body Coloured | Body-Coloured |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| DRL | Yes | Not Available |
| Fog Lights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Front Fog Lights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Led Headlights | Yes | Halogen Headlamps |
| Led Taillights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Fog Lights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Front Overhang | 880 mm | Not confirmed |
| Rear Overhang | 890 mm | Not confirmed |
| Auto Headlights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Not Available |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Colour Options | 6 | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Body Coloured | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Yes | Not confirmed |
| 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 |
| Front Fog Lamps | Yes | Not Available |
| Headlamp Levelling | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Headlamps | Yes | Halogen Headlamps |
| Headlight Type | Yes | Halogen Headlamps |
| Headlights | Yes | Halogen Headlamps |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Sunroof Slide | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Sunroof Tilt | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Spec | H7 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 20 deg | 23 deg |
| Departure Angle | 24 deg | 27 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | 0 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | No | Not Applicable |
| Underbody Protection | No | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 16 deg | 0 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | No | 1 Rear Tow Hook |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | 17 deg | Not confirmed |
| Approach Angle Deg | 20 deg | Not confirmed |
| Breakover Angle | 16 deg | Not confirmed |
| Departure Angle Deg | 24 deg | Not confirmed |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Ground Clearance Max | 195 mm | 160 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 195 mm | 160 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Spec | H7 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 235/50R20 | 195/65R15 |
| Wheel Type | Diamond Cut Premium Alloy | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Yes | Full Size Spare |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 308 mm | 254 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 292 mm | 200 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | Electronic | Drum Rear |
| Tyre Load Index | 94 | 89 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | V | T |
| Wheel Rim Size | 20 | 15 Inches |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Ventilated Disc | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Yes | Full Size Spare |
| Tyre Type | Radial | Not confirmed |
| Front Tyre Width | 235 mm | Not confirmed |
| Rear Tyre Width | 235 mm | Not confirmed |
| Wheel Diameter | 20 | 15 Inches |
| Auto Brake Hold | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Yes | Not confirmed |
| 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 |
| Handbrake Type | Electronic parking brake | Not confirmed |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Leather Wrapped | Not confirmed |
| Spare Wheel Location | Under vehicle / boot floor | Not confirmed |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Steel | Not confirmed |
| 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 Pressure Display | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Not Available |
| Wheel Cover | Alloy | Not confirmed |
| Wheel Locking Nuts | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Wheel Material | Diamond Cut Premium Alloy | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps |
| Wheel Size Type | 20 | Not confirmed |
| Wheels | Diamond Cut Premium Alloy | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps |
| Spec | H7 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 10000 | 15000 |
| Approx Service Cost | Included in Service Plan | 1500 |
| Battery Warranty | 8 Years / 160,000 km | 12 Months |
| Maintenance Plan | 5 Years / 75,000 km | Not Included |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 5.5 l | 3.6 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 10,000 km | 10000 |
| First Service At | 5000 | 1000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 5 Years / 75,000 km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 5 Years / 75,000 km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Yes | Underbody Rust Protection |
| Alternator | 110A | Not confirmed |
| Service Plan | 5 Years / 75,000 km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Intervals | 10000 | 15000 |
| Spec | H7 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 Years / 100,000 km | 3 Years / 100,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 Years / 100,000 km | 3 Years / 100,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 6 Years | Not confirmed |
| Basic Warranty | 5 Years / 100,000 km | 3 Years / 100,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Warranty | 5 Years / 100,000 km | 3 Years / 100,000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Spec | H7 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 198 g/km | 165 g/km |
| Start Stop System | Yes | Not Available |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Noise Level | Low | 71 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | Yes | Dual Variable Valve Timing (DVVT) |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | 95 Octane Unleaded | 95 Octane Unleaded |
| Particulate Filter | No | Not Applicable |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | 4/5 | Not Independently Rated |
| Idle CO2 Output | 198 | Within Euro 5 Limits |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | EVAP Canister | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 198 | Not confirmed |
| Spec | H7 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 7.0 l/100km | 5.8 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 9.5 l/100km | 7.2 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 6.0 l/100km | 7.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 8.0 l/100km | 9.0 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 0 |
| Spec | H7 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Flagship | Not confirmed |
| Price Zar | 799900 ZAR | Not confirmed |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Not confirmed |
| Starting Price | 799900 | Not confirmed |
| Starting Price Zar | 799900 | Not confirmed |
In depth: how these cars differ
This H7 and H1 comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: H7 80 vs H1 30.
Efficiency index: H7 46 vs H1 35.
Safety-equipment index: H7 100 vs H1 68.
Practicality index: H7 73 vs H1 63.
Ownership-cover index: H7 65 vs H1 44.
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.
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
H7 leads by 26 points
H7 has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over H1.
Evidence leader
75
/100
Lead
26
points
Data
96%
source coverage
75
#1
Evidence leader
H7
96% source coverage
3 strong categories
Best at
Safety 100
Check
Efficiency 46
Performance
80
Efficiency
46
Safety
100
Practicality
73
Ownership
65
Leads by 26 points
49
#2
H1
80% source coverage
0 strong categories
Best at
Safety 68
Check
Performance 30
Performance
30
Efficiency
35
Safety
68
Practicality
63
Ownership
44
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
H7 +50
Efficiency
H7 +11
Safety
H7 +32
Practicality
H7 +10
Ownership
H7 +21
Large difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
H7
Performance
80/100
Efficiency
46/100
Safety
100/100
Practicality
73/100
Ownership
65/100
H1
Performance
30/100
Efficiency
35/100
Safety
68/100
Practicality
63/100
Ownership
44/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
GWM H7
leads the specification evidence index with 75 pts
vs 49 pts for H1
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, H7 leads. However, H1 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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H7 vs H1 questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives 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.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.