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.
T2 starts ZAR 80,000 cheaperH7 from ZAR 649,900 · T2 from ZAR 569,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
H7
T2
Maximum Power
185 kW @ 5500 rpm
180 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
420 Nm
375 Nm
Engine Size
1999 cc
1998 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
11.8 km/l
10.8 km/l
Ground Clearance
195 mm
220 mm
Boot / Load Bay
620 l
580 l
Airbags
8
Front, front side, and curtain airbags
Kerb Weight
1830 kg
1880 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
H7 and T2 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
H7
+3 pts
Efficiency
H7
+3 pts
Safety
H7
+7 pts
Practicality
H7
+3 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Catalogue-index leader
H7
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished EfficiencyPublished Practicality
T2
Strengths
Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
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
T2
Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
H7
T2
360 Degree Camera
Yes
Yes
Active Engine Braking
No
-
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Around View Monitor
Yes
Yes
Attention Assist
Yes
-
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
Yes
Automatic High Beam
Yes
-
Auto Highbeam
Yes
Not Available
Auto Lights
Yes
-
Auto Park Assist
No
-
Auto Wipers
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Yes
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
Not Available
Eco Mode
Yes
-
Emergency Braking
Yes
-
EV Mode
No
-
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
Yes
Front Camera
Yes
-
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Not Available
Park Assist
Yes
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Front and Rear
-
Parking Sensor
Front and Rear
-
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
Yes
-
Rain Sensor Wipers
Yes
-
Rear View Camera
Yes
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Yes
Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
Yes
Rear View Camera
Yes
-
Reverse Camera
Yes
Not Available
Reverse Camera Type
Yes
-
Reversing Camera
Yes
-
Sport Mode
Yes
-
Surround View Camera
Yes
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
Not Available
Spec
H7
T2
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
Automatic Shift Paddles
Yes
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
AWD
2WD
Clutch Type
Torque Converter
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
No
Rear Electronic Limited-Slip Differential
Drive Mode Selector
Yes
-
Drivetrain
All Wheel Drive
4WD
Drivetrain Layout
Front Engine All Wheel Drive
4WD
Engine Position
Front Transverse
-
Final Drive Ratio
3.42
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
8
7
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Not Applicable
Gearbox
8-Speed Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox Type
8-Speed Automatic
7DCT
LSD Available
No
Multi-Plate Clutch Limited-Slip Differential
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Yes
Not Applicable
Reverse Gear Warning
Yes
-
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
14.7:1
-
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
8
7
Transmission Type
Automatic
7DCT
Rear Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
H7
T2
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Approach Angle
20 deg
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
20 deg
-
Departure Angle
24 deg
Not Available
Departure Angle Deg
24 deg
-
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
-
Ground Clearance Max
195 mm
220 mm
Ground Clearance Min
195 mm
220 mm
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Locking Differential
No
Rear Electronic Limited-Slip Differential
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
-
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
-
Ramp Breakover Angle
16 deg
-
Ramp-over Angle
17 deg
-
Recovery Hooks
No
-
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
-
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Normal, Sport, Snow, Mud, Sand, Rock, Eco
Underbody Protection
No
Metal guard plate for front compartment
Breakover Angle
16 deg
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Available
Crawl Control
-
Yes
Spec
H7
T2
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Not Applicable
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
-
Adjustable Front Seat
Yes
-
Ambient Lighting
Yes
Multi
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Armrest Front
Folding with storage
-
Armrest Rear
Centre folding with cupholders
-
Boot Light
Yes
-
Boot Space Seats Down
1133
-
Cargo Hooks In Boot
Yes
-
Cargo Net
No
-
Cooled Seats
Yes
-
Cup Holders
Yes
-
Driver Seat
Yes
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
10-Way Electric
Not Applicable
Fabric Seats
No
-
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 Split
-
Front Headrest
Adjustable
-
Heated Seats
Yes
Not Applicable
Instrument Cluster Type
Digital Instrument Cluster
-
Interior Colour Options
2
-
Interior Colours
2
-
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
-
Interior Courtesy Lights
LED
-
Interior Trim Colour
Black with silver accents
-
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Leather
-
Leather Seats
Yes
-
Driver Lumbar Support
Yes
-
Door Map Pockets
Yes
-
Memory Seats
Yes
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-Way Manual
Not Applicable
Rear AC Vents
Yes
Yes
Rear Armrest
Yes
-
Rear Headrest
Adjustable
-
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
Yes
-
Rear Seat Ventilation
No
-
Seat Adjustment
Yes
-
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
Yes
-
Seat Adjustment Driver Fore Aft
Yes
-
Seat Adjustment Driver Height
Yes
-
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
-
Seat Fold Type
60/40 split fold
-
Seat Material
Leather
Black synthetic leather with red stitching
Seat Trim
Leather
Black synthetic leather with red stitching
Front Shoulder Room
1430 mm
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
1390 mm
Not Applicable
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Steering Type
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Material
Leather Wrapped
Not Applicable
Third Row Seating Capacity
0
-
Third Row Seats
No
-
Rear USB Ports
Yes
-
Ventilated Seats
Yes
Not Applicable
Spec
H7
T2
ABS
Yes
Yes
ABS EBD
Yes
Yes
AEB
Yes
Yes
Airbags
8
Front, front side, and curtain airbags
Alarm System
Yes
-
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
-
BA
Yes
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
-
Brake Assist
Yes
Not Available
Brake Override System
Yes
Not Available
Central Locking
Yes
-
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Front, front side, and curtain airbags
Driver Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
8
-
Driver Passenger Airbags
8
-
EBD
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Not Available
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Yes
ESC With Traction Control
Yes
-
Fatigue Detection
Yes
-
Front Parking Sensors
Yes
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Yes
Knee Airbag
No
Not Available
Lane Change Warning
Yes
-
Safety Rating
5
-
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Pedestrian Detection AEB
Yes
-
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Not Available
Side Airbags
Yes
Front, front side, and curtain airbags
Side Impact Beams
Yes
-
Speed Alert System
Yes
-
Stability Control
Yes
Yes
TCS
Yes
Yes
Tracking System
Optional
-
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Yes
Whiplash Protection
Yes
-
Spec
H7
T2
AC Type
Yes
Dual-zone climate control
Accelerator 0 100
150 sec
-
12V Accessory Socket
Yes
-
Active Safety Alert
Yes
-
Adaptive Dampers
Yes
-
Aero Kit
No
-
Air Conditioning
Yes
Dual-zone climate control
Auto Dimming Irvm
Yes
-
Auto Dimming Mirror
Yes
-
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Automatic High Beam
Yes
-
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
-
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Boot Opener
Yes
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
820 l
1494 l
Bottle Holders
Yes
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Centre Console
Full-length with storage
-
Chrome Exterior Highlights
Yes
-
Chrome Grille
Yes
-
Climate Control
Yes
Dual-zone climate control
Climate Zones
2
-
Coat Hooks Rear
Yes
-
Common Rail Injection
Direct Injection
-
Cornering Lights
Yes
-
Diff Lock
No
-
Difflock
No
-
Digital Speedometer
Yes
-
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
-
Door Opening Angle
90 deg
-
Door Sill Trim
Aluminium
-
Drag Coefficient
0.34
-
Driver Display
Digital
-
Driver Drowsiness Detection
Yes
-
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
Electric
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
-
Electric Tailgate
Yes
Yes
Engine Check Warning
Yes
-
Engine Start Button Illumination
Yes
-
Engine Start Stop
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Engine Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
-
Follow Me Home Lights
Yes
-
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Front Power Outlet
Yes
-
Front Reading Lamps
Yes
-
Front Wiper
Yes
-
Front Wipers Type
Variable intermittent
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
8.5
9.3
Fuel Lid Opener
Yes
-
Glove Box
Lockable illuminated
-
Glovebox Cooling
No
-
Grab Handles Rear
Yes
-
Headlamp Height Adjust
Yes
-
Headlamp Washer
No
-
Headrest Adjustable
Yes
-
Headrest Front
Adjustable
-
Headrest Rear
Adjustable
-
Heads Up Display
Yes
-
Heated Mirrors
Yes
-
Hill Start Assist
Yes
-
Horn Type
Electric
-
Impact Sensing Door Unlock
Yes
-
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
-
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Yes
-
Intelligent Speed Assist
Yes
-
Intercooler
Yes
-
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Lift Gate
Yes
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
-
Load Bed Light
Not Available
-
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
-
Load Sill Height
Low
-
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
-
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
-
Low Speed Manoeuvring Assist
Yes
-
Manual Aircon
Yes
-
Mirror
Electric Adjustable
-
Electric Mirror Folding
Electric
-
Multi Function Steering
Yes
-
Oil Pressure Warning
Yes
-
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
-
Panoramic Roof
Yes
Yes
Panoramic Roof Size
Full-length
-
Passive Entry Start
Yes
-
Pedal Covers
Aluminium-style
-
Performance Data Logger
No
-
Power Mirrors
Yes
-
Power Socket 12v
Yes
-
Power Windows
Yes
Not Available
Powered Tailgate
Yes
-
Puddle Lights
Yes
-
Push Button Start
Yes
Yes
Push Button Start
Yes
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Yes
Reading Lights Front
Yes
-
Reading Lights Rear
Yes
-
Rear Air Conditioning
Yes
-
Rear Defogger
Yes
-
Rear Diff Lock
No
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
-
Rear LED Combination Taillights
Yes
-
Rear Reading Lamps
Yes
-
Rear Seat Split
60/40
60/40
Rear Window Defroster
Yes
-
Rear Wing
Integrated Spoiler
-
Rearview Mirror Inside
Yes
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
-
Remote Central Locking
Yes
-
Remote Engine Start
Yes
Yes
Remote Side Mirror
Yes
-
Remote Start
No
-
Rev Counter
Yes
-
Rev Matching
No
-
Ride Mode Selection
Yes
-
Rim Size
20
19
Roof Antenna
Shark Fin Antenna
-
Roof Load
80 kg
300kg static / 100kg dynamic
Roof Rack Compatibility
Yes
-
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Yes
-
Seat Type
High Bolster Sports Seat
-
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Yes
-
Service Reminder
Yes
-
Side Impact Bars
Yes
-
Side Steps
No
-
Skid Plates
No
-
Snow Mode
Yes
-
Sonar
Front and Rear
-
Sound System
12
12 Sony speakers including subwoofer
Source Model Column
h7
-
Spare Wheel
Yes
255/60 R19 full size
Speed Alert System
Yes
-
Speed Limiter
Yes
-
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
-
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Stabilizer Bar
Yes
-
Stabilizer Bar Front
Yes
-
Stabilizer Bar Rear
Yes
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Steering Mounted Controls
Yes
-
Steering Response
Progressive
-
Sub Frame
Full front and rear
-
Sunroof
Yes
Yes
Sunvisors
Dual with vanity mirrors
-
Surround View Monitor
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Yes
-
Tail Lamps
Yes
-
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
-
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Temperature Gauge
Yes
-
Tie Down Hooks
Yes
-
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Tow Bar Type
Receiver hitch compatible
-
TPMS
Yes
Yes
Trailer Hitch
No
-
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trim Level
flagship
-
Trip Computer
Yes
-
Tyre Repair Kit
No
-
Unlocking
Yes
Yes
Uv Protection Glass
Yes
-
Vanity Mirror
Yes
-
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
Yes
-
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
-
Vdc
Yes
-
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
-
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
-
Voice Command
Yes
-
Voice Command Support
Yes
-
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Yes
-
Walk Away Lock
Yes
-
Welcome Lighting
Yes
-
Wind Deflectors
No
-
Wireless Charger
Yes
50W
Wireless Charging
Yes
50W
Boot Space Seats Folded
820 l
1494 l
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
Towbar
-
Yes
Spec
H7
T2
Active Exhaust
Not Available
-
Alloy Wheel Design
Diamond Cut Premium Alloy
Alloy
Auto Headlights
Yes
-
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
-
Body Cladding
Yes
-
Body Type
SUV
-
Chrome Exterior Finish
Yes
-
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lights
Yes
Yes
Door Handle Finish
Body Coloured
-
DRL
Yes
Yes
Electric Blind Sunroof
Yes
-
Exterior Colour Options
6
See OEM source page for colour availability.
Exterior Colour Options
6
-
Exterior Door Handle Colour
Body Coloured
-
Exterior Mirror Electric
Yes
-
Exterior Mirror Folding
Electric
-
Exterior Mirror Heated
Yes
-
Exterior Mirror Memory
No
-
Exterior Mirror Turn Indicator
Yes
-
Fog Lamps
Yes
Yes
Fog Lights
Yes
-
Front Fog Lamps
Yes
Yes
Front Fog Lights
Yes
-
Front Overhang
880 mm
-
Headlamp Levelling
Yes
-
Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Headlight Type
Yes
Yes
Headlights
Yes
Yes
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Led Headlights
Yes
Yes
Led Taillights
Yes
-
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
-
Wing Mirror Type
Electric Adjustable
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Yes
Yes
Rear Fog Lights
Yes
-
Rear Overhang
890 mm
-
Rear Spoiler
Yes
-
Rear Wiper
Yes
-
Roof Rails
Yes
Yes
Roof Type
Metal Roof
-
Rear Spoiler
Yes
-
Sunroof Slide
Yes
-
Sunroof Tilt
Yes
-
Spec
H7
T2
AdBlue Tank Capacity
No
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
City Mileage
9.5 km/l
7.6 km/l
Claimed Mileage
11.8 km/l
10.8 km/l
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Distance To Empty
Yes
-
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Euro 5
VI B
Fuel Filler Cap
Lockable
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
63 l
70 l
Fuel Tank Litres
63
70
Highway Mileage
13.9 km/l
10.8 km/l
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
-
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
11.8 km/l
10.8 km/l
Auto Start Stop
Yes
Not Applicable
Spec
H7
T2
Alternator
110A
-
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
-
Battery Warranty
8 Years / 160,000 km
-
First Service At
5000
-
Maintenance Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
-
Engine Oil Capacity
5.5 l
-
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km
-
Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
-
Service Interval
10000
-
Service Intervals
10000
-
Service Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
7-year/75,000 km service plan
Service Plan Distance
5 Years / 75,000 km
7-year/75,000 km service plan
Service Plan Duration
5 Years / 75,000 km
7-year/75,000 km service plan
Spec
H7
T2
Android Auto
Yes
Wireless
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Wireless
Audio
Yes
-
Audio Controls On Steering
Yes
-
Audio Speakers
12
12 Sony speakers including subwoofer
Audio System
Yes
-
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Connected Services
Yes
-
Digital Instrument Cluster
Yes
10.25-inch
Display Audio
Yes
-
FM Radio
Yes
-
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
3
-
Head Up Display
Yes
-
Infotainment System
Yes
15.6-inch infotainment system
Infotainment Display
14.6-inch Touchscreen
-
Infotainment Screen
Yes
Not Available
Laminated Windscreen
Yes
-
Multi Information Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
-
Navigation System
Yes
-
Premium Audio
Yes
-
Radio
Yes
-
Rear Usb
Yes
-
Infotainment Screen Size
Yes
Not Available
Smartphone Connectivity
Yes
-
Number of Speakers
12
12 Sony speakers including subwoofer
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
-
Touchscreen
Yes
Not Available
USB Ports
3
Front Type-A/Type-C and rear Type-A/Type-C
Voice Control
Yes
-
Voice Recognition
Yes
-
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Yes
-
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
Wireless
Spec
H7
T2
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
-
Basic Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty
Roadside Assistance
Yes
-
Roadside Assistance
Yes
-
Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty
Warranty Kilometers
5 Years / 100,000 km
10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty
Warranty Roadside Assistance
Yes
-
Warranty Years
5 Years / 100,000 km
10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty
Spec
H7
T2
Auto Brake Hold
Yes
-
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Yes
-
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated disc brake
Brake Type Rear
Ventilated Disc
Solid disc brake
Brakes
Ventilated Disc
-
Cornering Brake Control
Yes
-
Electric Park Brake
Electronic
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Front Brake Disc Diameter
308 mm
-
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated disc brake
Front Tyre Width
235 mm
-
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Not Applicable
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Yes
-
Leather Steering Wheel
Leather Wrapped
-
Parking Brake Type
Electronic
-
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
292 mm
-
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Solid disc brake
Rear Tyre Width
235 mm
-
Spare Tyre
Yes
255/60 R19 full size
Spare Wheel Location
Under vehicle / boot floor
-
Spare Wheel Size Type
Steel
-
Spare Wheel Type
Yes
255/60 R19 full size
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Trim
Leather Wrapped
-
Tyre Load Index
94
-
Tyre Pressure Display
Yes
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Yes
Yes
Tyre Size
235/50R20
255/60 R19
Tyre Speed Rating
V
-
Tyre Type
Radial
-
Wheel Cover
Alloy
-
Wheel Diameter
20
19
Wheel Locking Nuts
Yes
-
Wheel Material
Diamond Cut Premium Alloy
Alloy
Wheel Rim Size
20
19
Wheel Size Type
20
-
Wheel Type
Diamond Cut Premium Alloy
Alloy
Wheels
Diamond Cut Premium Alloy
Alloy
Towing Unbraked Kg
-
750 kg
Spec
H7
T2
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.
-
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
-
Model Year
2026
Current
Production Status
published
Active
Segment
SUV
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1830 kg
1880 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Model Introduced Year
2024
2026
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.
Current local listing
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.
Not listed by current South African source page.
Facelift Launched Since
2024
2026
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Gross Combined Mass Kg
-
3855 kg
Spec
H7
T2
Boot/Cargo Space
620 l
580 l
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
63 l
70 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2200 kg
2255 kg
Ground Clearance (Default)
195 mm
220 mm
Front Headroom
990 mm
1040 mm
Rear Headroom
960 mm
1020 mm
Height
1750 mm
1880 mm
Kerb Weight
1830 kg
1880 kg
Front Legroom
1050 mm
1055 mm
Rear Legroom
890 mm
935 mm
Length
4772 mm
4785 mm
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
1600 kg
Minimum Turning Radius
12.2 m
5.8 m
Wheelbase
2800 mm
2800 mm
Width
1910 mm
2006 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
220 mm
Payload Capacity
-
375 kg
Number of Rows
-
2 rows
Spec
H7
T2
Chassis Material
Monocoque
-
Chassis Type
Monocoque
-
Front Spring Type
Coil Spring
-
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
-
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson strut suspension
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson strut suspension
Front Track Width
1560 mm
1685 mm
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
-
Power Steering
Yes
-
Rear Axle Type
Multi-Link Independent
-
Rear Spring Type
Coil Spring
-
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
-
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link Independent
Multi-link independent suspension
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link Independent
Multi-link independent suspension
Rear Track Width
1570 mm
1695 mm
Shock Absorber Type
Hydraulic
-
Shock Absorbers
Hydraulic
-
Steering Column
Adjustable
-
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
-
Spec
H7
T2
CO2 Emissions
198 g/km
210 g/km
CO2 Emissions G Km
198
-
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
-
Fuel Evaporation Control
EVAP Canister
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
95 Octane Unleaded
Petrol
Green NCAP Rating
4/5
-
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
-
Idle CO2 Output
198
-
Noise Level
Low
-
Particulate Filter
No
-
Start Stop System
Yes
Yes
Variable Valve Timing
Yes
-
Spec
H7
T2
Ownership Role
Flagship
South Africa market model
Price Zar
799900 ZAR
679900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
flagship
Starting Price
799900
679900
Starting Price Zar
799900
679900
Spec
H7
T2
Real-world City Mileage Max
9.5 l/100km
-
Real-world City Mileage Min
7.0 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
8.0 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
6.0 l/100km
-
Spec
H7
T2
Engine
2-litre Turbocharged Petrol
2-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
GW4C20D
SQRF4J20
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1999 cc
1998 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
16
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
10.2:1
Bore
82.5 mm
80.5 mm
Stroke
93.1 mm
98.1 mm
Maximum Power
185 kW @ 5500 rpm
180 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
420 Nm
375 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
7-Speed DCT
Top Speed
210 km/h
180 km/h
0-100 km/h
7.9 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
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
Source-backed Catalogue Index
A transparent specification index shown only when every vehicle clears the minimum comparable-data threshold.
Weighted / 100
Catalogue-index readout
H7 leads by 2 points
H7 and T2 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Catalogue-index leader
H7
Performance
80/100
Efficiency
46/100
Safety
100/100
Practicality
73/100
Ownership
65/100
T2
Performance
77/100
Efficiency
43/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
70/100
How to Read This Comparison
🏆GWM H7
leads the catalogue index with 75 pts
vs 73 pts for T2
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, H7 leads. However, T2 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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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.
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Check the exact derivatives for drive type, ground clearance, tyres, approach and departure angles, wading depth and low-range gearing where officially disclosed. SUV styling or all-wheel drive alone does not prove that a vehicle is suitable for demanding off-road use.
Calculate each exact derivative using your monthly distance and a current fuel or electricity price, then add finance, insurance, scheduled service, tyres and licence costs. Hagalu does not claim a fixed monthly saving without those buyer-specific inputs.
It is worth more only when the exact price difference buys equipment, space, performance or ownership cover that matters to you. Compare like-for-like lifecycle states and derivatives; a current offer and a historical last-listed price are not directly equivalent.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This H7 and T2 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 T2 77.
Efficiency index: H7 46 vs T2 43.
Safety-equipment index: H7 100 vs T2 93.
Practicality index: H7 73 vs T2 70.
Ownership-cover index: H7 65 vs T2 not separately scored.
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