GWM H1 1.5 LS Discontinued in South Africa – Historical Specs & Last Price

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. Buyers who travel on poor surfaces should still check tyres, clearance and traction hardware before treating this derivative as a rough-road solution.

GWM H1 — Quick Facts

Last listed price in South Africa: ZAR 229,900
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 Discontinued	Base	Petrol	Automatic	ZAR 229,900last listed

Cmp	Variant	Trim	Fuel	Transmission	Price
	1.5 LS Discontinued	Base	Petrol	Automatic	ZAR 229,900last listed

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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 did the GWM H1 cost in South Africa? +

The retained historical listing for the GWM H1 shows R229,900, depending on the derivative. These are reference prices from its period on sale, not current new-vehicle offers.

What is the ground clearance of the GWM H1? +

The listed ground clearance for the GWM H1 is 160 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

What engine is in the GWM H1? +

The listed engine capacity for the GWM H1 is 1497 cc, with output shown as 78 kW (105 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

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

The official claimed figure shown here is around 7.0 km/l. Treat it as a comparison figure rather than a promise: traffic, speed, load, tyre pressure and driving style can all move real South African consumption up or down.

Who should consider the GWM H1? +

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

Is the GWM H1 suitable for city driving? +

Suits SA city driving as detailed in summary.

How does the GWM H1 suit highway travel? +

Highway capability detailed in summary.

Buyers researching the GWM H1 often compare it with rivals such as Renault Kiger , Nissan Magnite , Mahindra XUV3XO , Chery Tiggo 4 Pro , Hyundai EXTER . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.