AS THE DEMAND FOR Chinese vehicles see to grow exponentially, the arrival of the new Haval H6 is eagerly anticipated by prospective buyers and dealers alike. The first arrivals are expected in the coming weeks.
Based on the range topping H6 Ultra, the new H6 Hybrid will be made available initially with just one grade, the H6 Hybrid Ultra 4×2 priced at $44,990 (driveaway).
Powered by a 1.5 litre turbo petrol engine mated to a two-speed 130kW electric drive motor, the Haval H6 Hybrid offers a segment-leading combination of 179kW and 530Nm and fuel efficiency of just 5.2L/100km using regular unleaded fuel.
GWM’s DHT (Dedicated Hybrid Transmission) smart hybrid system combines a petrol engine and electric motor with an electronically controlled transmission to offer excellent acceleration and performance at low speeds with increased efficiency and power at higher speeds to deliver a driving experience similar to that of a BEV.
With the ability to operate in multiple drive modes including EV, Series, Parallel and Regeneration, GWM’s DHT smart hybrid system has been designed to provide maximum efficiency across all speed and load conditions.
With highly integrated and compact design for lighter weight, the DHT system also offers excellent reliability and NVH performance.
Visually, the H6 Hybrid will differentiate itself from the current H6 with a new front grille, added door trims and rear centre brake lights.
Offering great value, the H6 Hybrid carries over the extensive feature list found on the H6 Ultra including (but not limited to):
- 19-inch alloy wheels
- Comfortek leather seats with 6-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated leather steering wheel
- 10.25-inch colour LED instrument cluster
- 12.3-inch colour multimedia touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Electronic anti-glare rear view mirror
- Head Up Display
- Wireless phone charging
- Panoramic sunroof
- Electric tailgate
- Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) with pedestrian and bicycle detection
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with stop and go
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
- Lane Change Assist / Blind Spot Monitoring
- Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) with brake
- Driver Fatigue Monitoring
- 360-degree camera
- Fully automatic parking
Steve Maciver, GWM Head of Marketing & Communications said, “The addition of the Haval H6 Hybrid to our SUV line-up marks another milestone for GWM. We’ve made no secret of the fact that electrification will play an important part of our future product plans and it starts right here with the Haval H6 Hybrid.”
“With an efficient petrol engine, electric drive motor and hybrid transmission not only does the H6 Hybrid offer excellent fuel efficiency but a rewarding drive too.”
The new Haval H6 Hybrid will be covered by the same 7-year unlimited km warranty as all GWM vehicles in addition to 5 years roadside assistance and a 5-year Capped Price Servicing Program.