GWM Haval H6 vs Honda ZR-V

The GWM Haval H6 starts from $35,990 before on-road costs, while the Honda ZR-V opens at $34,300. That makes the Honda ZR-V the more affordable entry point by $1,690.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $39,589 and $37,730 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

The GWM Haval H6 holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 4 stars for the Honda ZR-V. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the GWM Haval H6 and 79% for the Honda ZR-V.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 8 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Honda ZR-V, against 6 on the GWM Haval H6.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the GWM Haval H6 and 7 in the Honda ZR-V.

The GWM Haval H6 features a 14.6-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Honda ZR-V gets a 9-inch display and 10.2-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Honda ZR-V counters with wireless charging and ambient lighting that the GWM Haval H6 does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the GWM Haval H6 gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Honda ZR-V offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the GWM Haval H6 and 1-zone in the Honda ZR-V.

The GWM Haval H6 uses a Petrol producing 170kW and 380Nm of torque, sent through a 9-speed dual clutch transmission to a FWD layout.

The Honda ZR-V responds with a Petrol making 131kW and 240Nm, paired to a cvt driving the front wheels.

The GWM Haval H6 has the clear power advantage at 170kW vs 131kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The GWM Haval H6 measures 4,703mm long on a 2,738mm wheelbase, 135mm longer than the Honda ZR-V at 4,568mm (2,655mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GWM Haval H6 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 560L in the GWM Haval H6 and 380L in the Honda ZR-V, giving the GWM Haval H6 a 180L advantage.

For towing, the GWM Haval H6 leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,109/year for the GWM Haval H6 and $1,995/year for the Honda ZR-V. That is a $114 annual difference in favour of the Honda ZR-V.

Estimated annual total: $2,109 (GWM Haval H6) vs $1,995 (Honda ZR-V). The Honda ZR-V saves you roughly $114 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (GWM Haval H6) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Honda ZR-V). The GWM Haval H6 has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: —5yr (Honda ZR-V).