GWM Haval H6 vs Renault Koleos

The GWM Haval H6 starts from $35,990 before on-road costs, while the Renault Koleos opens at $34,990. That makes the Renault Koleos the more affordable entry point by $1,000.

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 $38,489 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the GWM Haval H6 by roughly $1,000 in fuel alone.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

The GWM Haval H6 features a 14.6-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Renault Koleos gets a 8.7-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The GWM Haval H6 stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, panoramic roof and power tailgate that you will not find on the Renault Koleos. The Renault Koleos counters with Apple CarPlay and BOSE audio. 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 Renault Koleos offers leather.

The GWM Haval H6 uses a Petrol producing 170kW and 380Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a FWD layout.

The Renault Koleos responds with a Petrol making 126kW and 226Nm, paired to a cvt driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.1 seconds.

The GWM Haval H6 has the clear power advantage at 170kW vs 126kW. 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, 31mm longer than the Renault Koleos at 4,672mm (2,705mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GWM Haval H6 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 560L in the GWM Haval H6 and 458L in the Renault Koleos, giving the GWM Haval H6 a 102L advantage.

For towing, the Renault Koleos leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 2,000kg. That 0kg 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 $2,309/year for the Renault Koleos. That is a $200 annual difference in favour of the GWM Haval H6.

Estimated annual total: $2,109 (GWM Haval H6) vs $2,309 (Renault Koleos). The GWM Haval H6 saves you roughly $200 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 7 years / 999,999km (Renault Koleos). Both match on warranty length.