GWM Revises Prices for Haval H6 GT: Hybrid Power Meets Combustion Muscle

At its February dealer conference, GWM surprised attendees with a sneak peek of the refreshed Haval H6 GT lineup. Now officially launched in Cape Town, the focus has shifted to the new plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) variant. It joins the current combustion-powered GT, which continues to sell well due to its competitive pricing and sustained market demand.

Performance Boost: Hybrid Leads the Charge

The H6 GT PHEV is now GWM’s most powerful Haval-badged model available in South Africa. It features a combination of the 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine, borrowed from the Haval Jolion, two electric motors, and a robust 35.4-kWh battery. This advanced setup produces an impressive total output of 321kW and 762Nm. A rapid 0–100 km/h sprint time of just 4.9 seconds is achieved, although the top speed hasn’t been disclosed.

Power is sent to all four wheels through a two-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT). The vehicle offers a remarkable electric-only range of 180 km. Paired with the petrol engine, the total range extends up to 1,000 km.

Charging is relatively quick — a DC charge from 30% to 80% takes just 26 minutes. An AC top-up using the standard 6.6 kW onboard charger takes around six hours.

Sticking With Petrol: Conventional H6 GT Still Packs a Punch

Not to be overshadowed, the traditional 2.0-litre turbocharged H6 GT remains on offer. Producing 155kW and 325Nm, it channels power to all four wheels via a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox. Though it lacks electric assistance, this model promises solid performance for petrol purists. It does not match the blistering acceleration of its hybrid sibling, however.

Design-wise, both versions of the H6 GT retain their sleek coupe-SUV silhouette. The PHEV is distinguishable only by the added charging port on the rear right fender. Inside, the cabin design stays largely unchanged from the earlier GT. PHEV-exclusive displays within the 12.3-inch infotainment system and 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster are the exception.

Notably, the updated interior layout found in the standard H6 — including the redesigned steering wheel and gear shifter — does not appear in either GT model.

Tech & Safety Across the Range

Both models come generously equipped with:

19-inch alloy wheels
Wireless phone charging
Dual-zone climate control (with rear vents)
LED headlights and fog lamps
Keyless entry and push-button start
Panoramic sunroof
Electric and heated front seats
Electric tailgate
360-degree camera system
Adaptive Cruise Control
Blind Spot Monitoring
Traffic Jam Assist
Lane Keep Assist and more

The PHEV builds on this with additional features such as launch control, ventilated front seats, sportier rear seating, automatic parking assistance, and a hands-free tailgate.

Drive modes also vary slightly. The combustion model offers Eco, Normal, Sport, Race, Sand, and Off-Road modes. Conversely, the PHEV includes Eco, Normal, Sport, Mud, Snow, and 4WD — plus hybrid-specific settings: Hybrid, EV, and EV Priority.

Pricing, Colours & Warranty

Available in Red, Matte Grey, Hamilton White, Sun Black, and Atlantis Blue, both versions of the H6 GT are backed by:

7-year/200,000 km warranty
7-year/75,000 km service plan
PHEV-specific 8-year/150,000 km battery warranty

Prices:

H6 GT 2.0 T-GDI Super Luxury 4WD DCT – R665,950
H6 GT PHEV Ultra Luxury 4WD DHT – R799,900

Verdict: Power of Choice

With the introduction of the H6 GT PHEV, GWM is offering South African motorists a clear choice between advanced electrification and trusted combustion. This choice is all wrapped in a stylish, tech-loaded package. Whether you lean green or prefer petrol, the new H6 GT range has a compelling option ready to go.