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2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4Diesel8-Speed AutomaticDiscontinued model
ZAR 599,900last listed
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Decision summary
GWM H7 vs GWM P Series: the short answer
H7 and P Series are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Recorded price context
H7:
current from
ZAR 649,900
·
P Series:
last listed from
ZAR 444,900
Five key differences
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Specification
H7
P Series
Maximum Power
H7185 kW @ 5500 rpm
P Series110 kW
Maximum Torque
H7420 Nm
P Series480 Nm
Engine Size
H71999 cc
P Series1996 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
H711.8 km/l
P Series9.8 km/l
Ground Clearance
H7195 mm
P Series210 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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GWM H7
2.0T LX
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
H7
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
P Series
Strengths
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
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
P Series
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
H7
P Series
360 Degree Camera
Yes
No
Active Engine Braking
No
Not confirmed
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
No
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
No
Around View Monitor
Yes
No
Attention Assist
Yes
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
Yes
Automatic High Beam
Yes
Not confirmed
Auto Highbeam
Yes
Yes
Auto Lights
Yes
Yes
Auto Park Assist
No
No
Auto Wipers
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
Yes
Eco Mode
Yes
No
Emergency Braking
Yes
Not confirmed
EV Mode
No
No
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
Yes
Front Camera
Yes
Not confirmed
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Yes
Park Assist
Yes
Yes
Parking Distance Sensors
Front and Rear
Not confirmed
Parking Sensor
Front and Rear
Not confirmed
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Pre-Collision System
Yes
Not confirmed
Rain Sensor Wipers
Yes
Yes
Rear View Camera
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Yes
Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
Yes
Rear View Camera
Yes
Not confirmed
Reverse Camera
Yes
Yes
Reverse Camera Type
Yes
Wide-angle
Reversing Camera
Yes
Yes
Sport Mode
Yes
No
Surround View Camera
Yes
No
Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
No
Spec
H7
P Series
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Electronic rotary dial
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Yes
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Yes
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Electronically selectable 4WD
Automatic Shift Paddles
Yes
Yes
Axle Layout
AWD
Front and rear driven axles
Clutch Type
Torque Converter
Torque converter
Differential Lock
No
Yes
Drive Mode Selector
Yes
Not confirmed
Drivetrain
All Wheel Drive
4x4 AWD
Drivetrain Layout
Front Engine All Wheel Drive
Front Engine Rear Wheel Drive
Engine Position
Front Transverse
Front Longitudinal
Final Drive Ratio
3.42
3.54
Number of Gears
8
8
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Gearbox Type
8-Speed Automatic
Automatic
LSD Available
No
No
Low Range
Not Applicable
Yes
Paddle Shifters
Yes
No
Reverse Gear Warning
Yes
Yes
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
14.7:1
16.5:1
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Yes
Transmission Speeds
8
8
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Rear Differential Lock
No
Electronic locking differential
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Yes
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Electronic locking differential
Differential Type Front
-
Open
Differential Type Rear
-
Open / Lockable
Spec
H7
P Series
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Part-Time 4WD with Low Range
Approach Angle
20 deg
30 deg
Approach Angle Deg
20 deg
Not confirmed
Departure Angle
24 deg
26 deg
Departure Angle Deg
24 deg
Not confirmed
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not confirmed
Ground Clearance Max
195 mm
210 mm
Ground Clearance Min
195 mm
210 mm
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Locking Differential
No
Yes
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Yes
Ramp Breakover Angle
16 deg
22 deg
Ramp-over Angle
17 deg
24 deg
Recovery Hooks
No
Yes
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Not confirmed
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Not confirmed
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Not confirmed
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Yes
Underbody Protection
No
Yes
Breakover Angle
16 deg
24 deg
Wading Depth
Not Available
800 mm
Terrain Response System
-
No
Underbody Camera
-
Yes
Spec
H7
P Series
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
No
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Front Seat
Yes
Yes
Ambient Lighting
Yes
Yes
Front Armrest
Yes
Yes
Armrest Front
Folding with storage
Folding with storage
Armrest Rear
Centre folding with cupholders
Centre folding with cupholders
Boot Light
Yes
Not confirmed
Boot Space Seats Down
1133
Not confirmed
Cargo Hooks In Boot
Yes
Not confirmed
Cargo Net
No
No
Cooled Seats
Yes
No
Cup Holders
Yes
Yes
Driver Seat
Yes
Not confirmed
Driver Seat Adjustment
10-Way Electric
8-Way Electric
Fabric Seats
No
No
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 Split
No
Front Headrest
Adjustable
Yes
Heated Seats
Yes
Yes
Instrument Cluster Type
Digital Instrument Cluster
Digital Instrument Cluster
Interior Colour Options
2
1
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. 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
LED
Interior Trim Colour
Black with silver accents
Black with silver accents
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Leather
Not confirmed
Leather Seats
Yes
Yes
Driver Lumbar Support
Yes
Yes
Door Map Pockets
Yes
Yes
Memory Seats
Yes
No
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-Way Manual
4-Way Manual
Rear AC Vents
Yes
Not confirmed
Rear Armrest
Yes
Yes
Rear Headrest
Adjustable
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
Yes
Not confirmed
Rear Seat Ventilation
No
No
Seat Adjustment
Yes
Yes
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
Yes
Yes
Seat Adjustment Driver Fore Aft
Yes
Yes
Seat Adjustment Driver Height
Yes
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
Seat Fold Type
60/40 split fold
Not confirmed
Seat Material
Leather
Leather
Seat Trim
Leather
Synthetic leather upholstery
Front Shoulder Room
1430 mm
1440 mm
Rear Shoulder Room
1390 mm
1420 mm
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Type
Yes
Yes
Steering Wheel Material
Leather Wrapped
Leather Wrapped
Third Row Seating Capacity
0
0
Third Row Seats
No
No
Rear USB Ports
Yes
Yes
Ventilated Seats
Yes
No
Spec
H7
P Series
ABS
Yes
Yes
ABS EBD
Yes
Yes
AEB
Yes
Yes
Airbags
8
6
Alarm System
Yes
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Not confirmed
BA
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Yes
Brake Assist
Yes
Yes
Brake Override System
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
8
Not confirmed
Driver Passenger Airbags
8
Not confirmed
EBD
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Yes
ESC With Traction Control
Yes
Not confirmed
Fatigue Detection
Yes
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Yes
No
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Hold
Yes
Yes
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Yes
Knee Airbag
No
No
Lane Change Warning
Yes
Yes
Safety Rating
5
5
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Pedestrian Detection AEB
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Yes
Side Airbags
Yes
Yes
Side Impact Beams
Yes
Yes
Speed Alert System
Yes
Yes
Stability Control
Yes
Yes
TCS
Yes
Yes
Tracking System
Optional
Optional
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Yes
Whiplash Protection
Yes
Yes
Spec
H7
P Series
AC Type
Yes
Yes
Accelerator 0 100
150 sec
Not confirmed
12V Accessory Socket
Yes
Yes
Active Safety Alert
Yes
Yes
Adaptive Dampers
Yes
No
Aero Kit
No
No
Air Conditioning
Yes
Yes
Auto Dimming Irvm
Yes
Yes
Auto Dimming Mirror
Yes
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Automatic High Beam
Yes
Not confirmed
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not confirmed
Bed Extender
Not Available
No
Boot Opener
Yes
Yes
Boot Space Seats Folded
820 l
0 l
Bottle Holders
Yes
Yes
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Compatible
Centre Console
Full-length with storage
Full-length with storage
Chrome Exterior Highlights
Yes
Yes
Chrome Grille
Yes
Yes
Climate Control
Yes
Yes
Climate Zones
2
2
Coat Hooks Rear
Yes
Yes
Common Rail Injection
Direct Injection
Not confirmed
Cornering Lights
Yes
Yes
Diff Lock
No
Not confirmed
Difflock
No
Not confirmed
Digital Speedometer
Yes
Yes
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Door Opening Angle
90 deg
Not confirmed
Door Sill Trim
Aluminium
Aluminium
Drag Coefficient
0.34
0.42
Driver Display
Digital
Multi-Information Display
Driver Drowsiness Detection
Yes
Yes
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
Electric
Not confirmed
Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
Yes
Electric Tailgate
Yes
No
Engine Check Warning
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Button Illumination
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Engine Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Follow Me Home Lights
Yes
Yes
Front Armrest
Yes
Yes
Front Power Outlet
Yes
Yes
Front Reading Lamps
Yes
Not confirmed
Front Wiper
Yes
Not confirmed
Front Wipers Type
Variable intermittent
Variable intermittent
Fuel Consumption Combined
8.5
9.8
Fuel Lid Opener
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Lockable illuminated
Lockable illuminated
Glovebox Cooling
No
No
Grab Handles Rear
Yes
Yes
Headlamp Height Adjust
Yes
Yes
Headlamp Washer
No
No
Headrest Adjustable
Yes
Yes
Headrest Front
Adjustable
Adjustable
Headrest Rear
Adjustable
Adjustable
Heads Up Display
Yes
No
Heated Mirrors
Yes
Yes
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Yes
Horn Type
Electric
Electric
Impact Sensing Door Unlock
Yes
Yes
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not confirmed
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Yes
Not confirmed
Intelligent Speed Assist
Yes
Yes
Intercooler
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Lift Gate
Yes
Not confirmed
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Optional
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Yes
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
No
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
Yes
Manual Aircon
Yes
Not confirmed
Mirror
Electric Adjustable
Not confirmed
Electric Mirror Folding
Electric
Electric
Multi Function Steering
Yes
Yes
Oil Pressure Warning
Yes
Yes
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not confirmed
Panoramic Roof
Yes
No
Panoramic Roof Size
Full-length
Not confirmed
Passive Entry Start
Yes
Not confirmed
Pedal Covers
Aluminium-style
Aluminium-style
Performance Data Logger
No
No
Power Mirrors
Yes
Yes
Power Socket 12v
Yes
Not confirmed
Power Windows
Yes
Yes
Powered Tailgate
Yes
No
Puddle Lights
Yes
Yes
Push Button Start
Yes
Yes
Push Button Start
Yes
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Yes
Reading Lights Front
Yes
Yes
Reading Lights Rear
Yes
Yes
Rear Air Conditioning
Yes
No
Rear Defogger
Yes
Yes
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
No
Rear Window Defroster
Yes
Yes
Rear Wing
Integrated Spoiler
No
Rearview Mirror Inside
Yes
Not confirmed
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not confirmed
Remote Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Remote Engine Start
Yes
No
Remote Side Mirror
Yes
Yes
Remote Start
No
No
Rev Counter
Yes
Yes
Rev Matching
No
No
Ride Mode Selection
Yes
Yes
Rim Size
20
18
Roof Antenna
Shark Fin Antenna
Mast Antenna
Roof Load
80 kg
120 kg
Roof Rack Compatibility
Yes
Not confirmed
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Yes
Yes
Seat Type
High Bolster Sports Seat
Bucket Seat
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Yes
Yes
Service Reminder
Yes
Yes
Side Impact Bars
Yes
Not confirmed
Side Steps
No
Yes
Skid Plates
No
Yes
Snow Mode
Yes
Not confirmed
Sonar
Front and Rear
Not confirmed
Sound System
12
8
Source Model Column
h7
Not confirmed
Spare Wheel
Yes
Yes
Speed Alert System
Yes
Yes
Speed Limiter
Yes
Yes
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not confirmed
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not confirmed
Stabilizer Bar
Yes
Yes
Stabilizer Bar Front
Yes
Not confirmed
Stabilizer Bar Rear
Yes
Yes
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Not confirmed
Steering Mounted Controls
Yes
Yes
Steering Response
Progressive
Progressive
Sub Frame
Full front and rear
Not confirmed
Sunroof
Yes
No
Sunvisors
Dual with vanity mirrors
Dual with vanity mirrors
Surround View Monitor
Yes
No
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Tail Lamps
Yes
Yes
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Yes
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Yes
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Not confirmed
Temperature Gauge
Yes
Yes
Tie Down Hooks
Yes
Yes
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Not confirmed
Tow Bar Type
Receiver hitch compatible
Receiver hitch compatible
TPMS
Yes
Yes
Trailer Hitch
No
Not confirmed
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Yes
Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Yes
Trim Level
flagship
Not confirmed
Trip Computer
Yes
Yes
Tyre Repair Kit
No
No
Unlocking
Yes
Yes
Uv Protection Glass
Yes
Not confirmed
Vanity Mirror
Yes
Yes
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
Yes
Yes
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
Yes
Voice Command Support
Yes
Yes
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Yes
Not confirmed
Walk Away Lock
Yes
Not confirmed
Welcome Lighting
Yes
Yes
Wind Deflectors
No
Not confirmed
Wireless Charger
Yes
Yes
Wireless Charging
Yes
Yes
Boot Space Seats Folded
820 l
0 l
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
1520 mm
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
1560 mm
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
1520 mm
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
1560 mm
Bull Bar
-
Optional
Locking Diff Rear
-
Yes
Prop Shaft
-
Two-piece
Rear Step Bumper
-
Yes
Spec
H7
P Series
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not confirmed
Alloy Wheel Design
Diamond Cut Premium Alloy
Multi-Spoke Alloy
Auto Headlights
Yes
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Not confirmed
Body Cladding
Yes
Yes
Body Type
SUV
Pickup
Chrome Exterior Finish
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lights
Yes
Yes
Door Handle Finish
Body Coloured
Body Coloured
DRL
Yes
Yes
Electric Blind Sunroof
Yes
Not confirmed
Exterior Colour Options
6
5
Exterior Colour Options
6
6
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
Yes
Fog Lights
Yes
Yes
Front Fog Lamps
Yes
Yes
Front Fog Lights
Yes
Yes
Front Overhang
880 mm
980 mm
Headlamp Levelling
Yes
Not confirmed
Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Headlight Type
Yes
Yes
Headlights
Yes
Yes
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Led Headlights
Yes
Yes
Led Taillights
Yes
Yes
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Optional
Wing Mirror Type
Electric Adjustable
Electric Adjustable
Panoramic Sunroof
Yes
No
Rear Fog Lights
Yes
Yes
Rear Overhang
890 mm
1160 mm
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Not confirmed
Rear Wiper
Yes
No
Roof Rails
Yes
Yes
Roof Type
Metal Roof
Metal Roof
Rear Spoiler
Yes
No
Sunroof Slide
Yes
Not confirmed
Sunroof Tilt
Yes
Not confirmed
Spec
H7
P Series
AdBlue Tank Capacity
No
No
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
City Mileage
9.5 km/l
8.3 km/l
Claimed Mileage
11.8 km/l
9.8 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 5
Fuel Filler Cap
Lockable
Lockable
Fuel Tank Capacity
63 l
75 l
Fuel Tank Litres
63
75
Highway Mileage
13.9 km/l
12.2 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
11.8 km/l
9.8 km/l
Auto Start Stop
Yes
No
Spec
H7
P Series
Alternator
110A
120A
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
Yes
Battery Warranty
8 Years / 160,000 km
Not confirmed
First Service At
5000
5000
Maintenance Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Engine Oil Capacity
5.5 l
8.0 l
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km
10,000 km
Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
Included in Service Plan
Service Interval
10000
10000
Service Intervals
10000
10000
Service Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Service Plan Distance
5 Years / 75,000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Service Plan Duration
5 Years / 75,000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Spec
H7
P Series
Android Auto
Yes
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Audio
Yes
Not confirmed
Audio Controls On Steering
Yes
Yes
Audio Speakers
12
8
Audio System
Yes
Not confirmed
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Connected Services
Yes
Not confirmed
Digital Instrument Cluster
Yes
Yes
Display Audio
Yes
Not confirmed
FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
3
Not confirmed
Head Up Display
Yes
No
Infotainment System
Yes
Yes
Infotainment Display
14.6-inch Touchscreen
12.3-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Screen
Yes
Yes
Laminated Windscreen
Yes
Not confirmed
Multi Information Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not confirmed
Navigation System
Yes
Yes
Premium Audio
Yes
Yes
Radio
Yes
Yes
Rear Usb
Yes
Yes
Infotainment Screen Size
Yes
Yes
Smartphone Connectivity
Yes
Not confirmed
Number of Speakers
12
8
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
USB Ports
3
2
Voice Control
Yes
Not confirmed
Voice Recognition
Yes
Yes
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Yes
No
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
Yes
AUX Input
-
Yes
Spec
H7
P Series
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
6 Years
Basic Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
Yes
Yes
Roadside Assistance
Yes
Yes
Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 Years / 100,000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
Yes
Yes
Warranty Years
5 Years / 100,000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Spec
H7
P Series
Auto Brake Hold
Yes
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Yes
Not confirmed
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Rear
Ventilated Disc
Drum
Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Not confirmed
Cornering Brake Control
Yes
Yes
Electric Park Brake
Electronic
Not confirmed
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
Yes
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
No
Front Brake Disc Diameter
308 mm
320 mm
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Front Tyre Width
235 mm
265 mm
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Electronic parking brake
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Yes
Yes
Leather Steering Wheel
Leather Wrapped
Not confirmed
Parking Brake Type
Electronic
Electronic
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
292 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Drum
Rear Tyre Width
235 mm
265 mm
Spare Tyre
Yes
Yes
Spare Wheel Location
Under vehicle / boot floor
Under vehicle / boot floor
Spare Wheel Size Type
Steel
Not confirmed
Spare Wheel Type
Yes
Yes
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
Yes
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Yes
Yes
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Yes
Yes
Steering Wheel Trim
Leather Wrapped
Not confirmed
Tyre Load Index
94
112
Tyre Pressure Display
Yes
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Yes
Yes
Tyre Size
235/50R20
265/60R18
Tyre Speed Rating
V
S
Tyre Type
Radial
All-Terrain Radial
Wheel Cover
Alloy
Alloy
Wheel Diameter
20
18
Wheel Locking Nuts
Yes
Yes
Wheel Material
Diamond Cut Premium Alloy
Multi-Spoke Alloy
Wheel Rim Size
20
18
Wheel Size Type
20
Not confirmed
Wheel Type
Diamond Cut Premium Alloy
Multi-Spoke Alloy
Wheels
Diamond Cut Premium Alloy
Multi-Spoke Alloy
All Terrain Tyres
-
No
Mud Terrain Tyres
-
No
Run Flat Tyres
-
No
Winter Tyres
-
No
Spec
H7
P Series
Body Style
SUV
SUV
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
2026
Production Status
published
Active
Segment
SUV
Pickup / LCV
Tare Mass Kg
1830 kg
1985 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
Pickup
Model Introduced Year
2024
2020
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.
The P Series sold in South Africa is the first generation marketed under the GWM banner locally, derived from Great Wall's POER platform launched in China in 2019. Local specification differs from the Chinese-market POER in suspension calibration (firmer for higher payload), 4x4 system tuning (greater bias to load-carrying durability over technical off-road performance) and trim levels (the South African range is more equipment-loaded than the domestic Chinese equivalent at the same price point).
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.
Since its 2020 South African launch, the P Series has received two notable updates. A 2022 mid-cycle refresh introduced the larger 10.25-inch infotainment screen on LS and above, updated driver-assistance calibration to reduce false lane-departure alerts on SA rural roads, and added wireless Apple CarPlay on the LT and LX. A 2024 specification update added the 360-degree camera as standard on LT trim, upgraded the rear-camera resolution across the range and revised the suspension damping after South African dealer feedback noted the original tune was firmer than ideal on Eastern Cape gravel.
Facelift Launched Since
2024
2024
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Type Cab
-
Double Cab
Spec
H7
P Series
Boot/Cargo Space
620 l
0 l
Doors
5 doors
4 doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
63 l
75 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2200 kg
3000 kg
Ground Clearance (Default)
195 mm
210 mm
Front Headroom
990 mm
1020 mm
Rear Headroom
960 mm
975 mm
Height
1750 mm
1815 mm
Kerb Weight
1830 kg
1985 kg
Front Legroom
1050 mm
1070 mm
Rear Legroom
890 mm
880 mm
Length
4772 mm
5360 mm
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
3500 kg
Minimum Turning Radius
12.2 m
13.6 m
Wheelbase
2800 mm
3220 mm
Width
1910 mm
1900 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
150 mm
212 mm
Payload Capacity
550 kg
900 kg
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Spec
H7
P Series
Chassis Material
Monocoque
High-strength steel
Chassis Type
Monocoque
Body on Frame Ladder Chassis
Front Spring Type
Coil Spring
Torsion Bar
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
Yes
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Double Wishbone with Torsion Bar
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
Double Wishbone with Torsion Bar
Front Track Width
1560 mm
1560 mm
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not confirmed
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Rear Axle Type
Multi-Link Independent
Live axle
Rear Spring Type
Coil Spring
Leaf Spring
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
Yes
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link Independent
Leaf Spring
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link Independent
Leaf Spring
Rear Track Width
1570 mm
1560 mm
Shock Absorber Type
Hydraulic
Hydraulic
Shock Absorbers
Hydraulic
Hydraulic
Steering Column
Adjustable
Adjustable
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Not confirmed
Payload Front Axle
-
925 kg
Spec
H7
P Series
CO2 Emissions
198 g/km
258 g/km
CO2 Emissions G Km
198
Not confirmed
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro 5
Fuel Evaporation Control
EVAP Canister
EVAP Canister
Fuel Octane Requirement
95 Octane Unleaded
Diesel
Green NCAP Rating
4/5
3/5
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not confirmed
Idle CO2 Output
198
258
Noise Level
Low
Moderate
Particulate Filter
No
Yes
Start Stop System
Yes
No
Variable Valve Timing
Yes
No
Spec
H7
P Series
Ownership Role
Flagship
GWM South Africa ownership programme
Price Zar
799900 ZAR
537950 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current model/derivative retail or starting-price reference
Starting Price
799900
537950
Starting Price Zar
799900
537950
Spec
H7
P Series
Real-world City Mileage Max
9.5 l/100km
13.0 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Min
7.0 l/100km
10.5 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
8.0 l/100km
11.0 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
6.0 l/100km
8.5 l/100km
Spec
H7
P Series
Engine
2-litre Turbocharged Petrol
2-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
GW4C20D
GW4D20
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1999 cc
1996 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
16.5:1
Bore
82.5 mm
84 mm
Stroke
93.1 mm
90 mm
Maximum Power
185 kW @ 5500 rpm
110 kW
Maximum Torque
420 Nm
480 Nm
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
4WD
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
210 km/h
175 km/h
0-100 km/h
7.9 sec
13.2 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
101.1 kW/tonne
55.4 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
229.5 Nm/tonne
241.8 Nm/tonne
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
In depth: how these cars differ
This H7 and P Series 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: H7 80 vs P Series 61.
Efficiency index: H7 46 vs P Series 41.
Safety-equipment index: H7 100 vs P Series 91.
Practicality index: H7 71 vs P Series 81.
Ownership-cover index: H7 65 vs P Series 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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H7 and P Series image comparison
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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 / 100
Evidence-index readout
H7 leads by 5 points
H7 and P Series are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Performance
H7 +19
Efficiency
H7 +5
Safety
H7 +9
Practicality
P Series +10
Ownership
Level
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
H7
Performance
80/100
Efficiency
46/100
Safety
100/100
Practicality
71/100
Ownership
65/100
P Series
Performance
61/100
Efficiency
41/100
Safety
91/100
Practicality
81/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexGWM H7
leads the specification evidence index with 74 pts
vs 69 pts for P Series
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, H7 leads. However, P Series may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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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.
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