Gwm H1 – 1.5 LS

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Gwm H1

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Discontinued Haval H1 — most accessible Haval SUV from 2015-2019 at R229,900, sub-compact SUV with naturally-aspirated 1.5L petrol.

1497cc (1.5L) 78kW (105 bhp) 135Nm (100 lb-ft) 160mm GC (6.3″)

Hover or tap any pill for a plain-English explanation. Bracketed values show common equivalents (bhp, lb-ft, inches, cu ft).

Fuel Economy km per litre · (US mpg)

Company Claimed 7.0 km/l (16 mpg)

City 6.8 km/l (16 mpg)

Highway 8.2 km/l (19 mpg)

On-road varies by dealer. Fuel figures blend manufacturer claims and South Africa owner reports — your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and how heavy your right foot is.

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Gwm H1 — 1.5 LS

Discontinued Haval H1 — most accessible Haval SUV from 2015-2019 at R229,900, sub-compact SUV with naturally-aspirated 1.5L petrol.

The Haval H1 was GWM's sub-compact SUV during 2015-2019. Most accessible Haval ever sold in SA. Used examples now trade R75,000–R130,000.

Who buys this: Buyer seeking this combination of equipment, powertrain and price within haval-h1.

City

Suits SA city driving as detailed in summary.

Highway

Highway capability detailed in summary.

Off-Road

Off-road capability depends on drivetrain — see summary.

Gwm H1 — Quick Facts

Engine: 1497 cc
Power output: 78 kW (105 bhp)
Ground clearance: 160 mm — handy for those South African potholes
Claimed fuel economy: 7.0 km/l
Body style: Suv

Gwm H1 Variants & Prices

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Cmp	Variant	Trim	Fuel	Transmission	Price
	1.5 LS	Base	Petrol	Automatic	—

Cmp	Variant	Trim	Fuel	Transmission	Price
	1.5 LS	Base	Petrol	Automatic	—

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Gwm H1 Specifications

Engine

1.5L GW4G15 Naturally Aspirated Petrol

Displacement

1497 cc

Cylinders

Engine Aspiration

Naturally Aspirated

Power

78 kW

Torque

135 Nm

Fuel Grade Required

Petrol

0–100 km/h

13.5 sec

Top Speed

155 km/h

Engine Type

Inline 4 Cylinder Naturally Aspirated

Engine Code

GW4G15

Cylinder Layout

Inline 4 (I4)

Valves per Cylinder

Cylinder Bore

73.5 mm

Piston Stroke

88.3 mm

Compression Ratio

10.5:1

Engine Position

Transverse Front-Mounted

Variable Valve Timing

Dual Variable Valve Timing (DVVT)

Fuel System

Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI)

Power @ RPM

6000

Power

105 bhp

Torque @ RPM

4000

Maximum Engine RPM

6500 rpm

Engine Oil Capacity

3.6 l

0-100 km/h

13.2 sec

ABS

Yes

Electronic Stability Control

Yes

Airbags

Safety Rating

Traction Control

Standard

Hill Start Assist

Not Available

Hill Descent Control

Not Available

Child Safety Lock

Standard

ISOFIX Mounts

2 Rear ISOFIX Points

Brake Assist

Standard

Tyre Pressure Monitor

Not Available

Engine Immobiliser

Standard

Alarm System

Not Available

Central Locking

Remote Central Locking

Side Impact Beams

Standard

Seatbelt Warning All Seats

Front Seats

Speed Alert System

Standard

Pedestrian Detection AEB

Not Available

Front Parking Sensors

Not Available

Whiplash Protection

Active Head Restraints

Lane Change Warning

Not Available

1.5 LS — Should You Buy It?

Clear positioning within the haval-h1 range.

Direct comparison to siblings and rivals in summary.

What's Good

✓Most accessible SUV-style vehicle Haval sold in SA
✓Compact dimensions made urban parking easy
✓Touchscreen infotainment with Bluetooth
✓Basic but functional layout
✓Parts continue through GWM SA dealer network

Watch Out For

✕Underpowered 78 kW output
✕Safety equipment significantly below current standards
✕Basic interior with hard plastics throughout
✕Limited boot capacity
✕Discontinued with no direct successor

Gwm H1 FAQs

What is the ground clearance of the Gwm H1? +

The Gwm H1 has 160 mm of ground clearance — enough for SA speed bumps, gravel driveways, and light dirt roads without catching the underside.

What engine is in the Gwm H1? +

The Gwm H1 comes with a 1497 cc engine, putting out 78 kW (105 bhp). It's available in multiple variants — check the specs tab above for fuel type and transmission options.

What fuel consumption can I expect from the Gwm H1? +

The claimed figure is around 7.0 km/l. Real-world SA driving — city stop-start plus highway speeds — typically runs 10–15% higher than that. Diesel variants tend to pull ahead over longer distances.

Buyers researching the Gwm H1 often compare it with rivals such as . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, petrol economy, price and running costs all vary more than you'd think.