GWM Australia has made a raft of minor specification changes to the Haval H6 GT SUV as it prepares to launch a new plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variant early next year.

    The Haval H6 GT PHEV will join the H6 GT Ultra in the 2025 lineup. The base Lux was axed earlier this year.

    Both the petrol and plug-in hybrid versions have been subjected to a minor update, picking up cosmetic and tech upgrades including a revised tail-light design, matte black GWM rear badging, and intelligent voice command for hands-free operation of the infotainment system.

    Sapphire Blue has also been removed from the exterior paint selection.

    These changes apply to all vehicles arriving from this month onwards. The PHEV will join the lineup during the first quarter of 2025.

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    There’s no change to pricing, although the Ultra is currently subject to a $4500 discount offer that ends on December 31, 2024.

    From January 1 onwards, the Ultra will be priced at $46,490 drive-away, while the PHEV will start from $55,990 drive-away.

    Full specifications for the PHEV are yet to be detailed, but we know that it features a turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine producing 110kW and 230Nm, mated with two electric motors at the front plus another at the rear with 135kW and 232Nm.

    Total system outputs are 342kW and 762Nm, while the 0-100km/h sprint takes a claimed 4.9 seconds. Claimed range is 180km on the NEDC cycle.

    GWM Australia has sold 3140 examples of the H6 GT so far this year, representing 8.1 percent of the brand’s total sales volume.

    Pricing

    The base H6 GT Ultra is currently subject to a $4500 discount as part of a deal that ends on December 31. From 2025 onwards, the Ultra will be priced at $46,490 drive-away.

    ModelDrive-away price
    2025 GWM Haval H6 GT Ultra$41,990 (until December 31)
    $46,490 (January 1 onwards)
    2025 GWM Haval H6 GT PHEV$55,990

    Drivetrains and Efficiency

    GWM Australia hasn’t confirm full specifications for the H6 GT PHEV just yet.

    SpecificationsH6 GT UltraH6 GT PHEV
    Engine2.0L turbocharged 4cyl1.5L turbocharged 4cyl
    Engine outputs150kW/320Nm110kW/230Nm
    Electric motor outputs135kW/232Nm
    System outputs342kW/762Nm
    Battery35.4kWh
    Transmission7-speed dual-clutch auto2-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission
    Drive typeAll-wheel driveAll-wheel drive
    Weight1680kgTBC
    Fuel economy (claimed)8.4L/100km1.0L/100km (est.)
    Electric driving range (PHEV)180km (NEDC)
    Fuel tank capacity60LTBC
    Fuel requirement91-octane unleaded91-octane unleaded
    CO2 emissions193g/kmTBC
    Emissions standardEuro 5TBC
    Braked tow capacity2000kgTBC

    Dimensions

    GWM Australia has yet to confirm dimensions for the new Haval H6 GT PHEV.

    DimensionsHaval H6 GT Ultra
    Length4727mm
    Width1940mm
    Height1729mm
    Wheelbase2738mm
    Cargo capacity392-1390 litres

    Servicing and Warranty

    Both versions of the Haval H6 GT are covered by GWM Australia’s seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty. However, GWM Australia hasn’t detailed the servicing requirements for the upcoming plug-in hybrid.

    Running costsGWM Haval H6 GT
    Warranty7 years, unlimited kilometres
    Roadside assistance5 years
    Service intervals12 months or 15,000 kilometres
    Capped-price servicing5 years or 70,000 kilometres
    Total capped-price service cost$1780

    Safety

    The GWM Haval H6 model lineup – including the sportier-looking GT versions – come with a maximum five-star ANCAP safety rating from 2022 testing.

    CategoryGWM Haval H6/H6 GT
    Adult occupant protection90 per cent
    Child occupant protection88 per cent
    Vulnerable road user protection73 per cent
    Safety assist81 per cent

    Standard safety equipment includes:

    • Seven airbags
    • Autonomous emergency braking (AEB)
      • Pedestrian detection
      • Cyclist detection
      • Crossroad/junction detection
    • Manoeuvre braking
    • Blind-spot monitoring
    • Lane departure warning
    • Lane-keep assist
    • Emergency lane-keep assist
    • Traffic sign recognition
    • Adaptive cruise control with stop/go
    • Intelligent Cruise Assist
    • Traffic Jam Assist
    • Reversing camera
    • Surround-view camera
    • Front and rear parking sensors
    • “Full Auto Parking” tech
    • Tyre pressure monitoring
    • Rear cross-traffic alert
    • Reverse AEB

    Standard Equipment

    Both the petrol and PHEV H6 GT will be sold in Ultra trim, differentiated only by powertrain.

    All Haval H6 GT models come standard with:

    • All-wheel drive
    • Michelin Sport tyres
    • 19-inch black-finish alloy wheels
    • Tyre pressure monitoring
    • LED headlights, daytime running lights and front fog lights
    • Roof rails
    • Hill descent control
    • 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
    • 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system
    • Wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
    • 8-speaker sound system
    • Intelligent voice command (NEW)
    • Dual-zone climate control
    • Head-up display
    • Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
    • Comfort-Tek leatherette upholstery
    • Heated and ventilated front seats
    • 8-way power driver’s seat
    • Wireless phone charging
    • Ambient lighting
    • Hands-free power tailgate
    • Heated door mirrors
    • Semi-automatic parking assist
    • Matte black GWM badging (NEW)

    Colours

    Hamilton White is the standard exterior colour across the Haval H6 GT range. Sapphire Blue has been discontinued for the 2025 model year.

    The following finishes are available for an extra $495:

    • Golden Black
    • Crayon Grey
    • Atlantis Blue
    • Burgundy Red

    MORE: Everything GWM Haval H6

    Josh Nevett

    Josh Nevett is an automotive journalist based in Melbourne, Australia. Josh studied journalism at The University of Melbourne and has a passion for performance cars, especially those of the 2000s. Away from the office you will either find him on the cricket field or at the MCG cheering on his beloved Melbourne Demons.

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