GWM Haval H6 vs Subaru Crosstrek

The GWM Haval H6 starts from $35,990 before on-road costs, while the Subaru Crosstrek opens at $36,490. That makes the GWM Haval H6 the more affordable entry point by $500.

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 $40,139 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the GWM Haval H6 by roughly $2,565 in fuel alone.

Both the GWM Haval H6 and Subaru Crosstrek hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 90% for the GWM Haval H6 and 83% for the Subaru Crosstrek.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The GWM Haval H6 packs more ADAS features with 6 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 5 in the Subaru Crosstrek.

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 Subaru Crosstrek.

The GWM Haval H6 features a 14.6-inch touchscreen, while the Subaru Crosstrek gets a 11.6-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Subaru Crosstrek counters with wireless charging and heated front seats that the GWM Haval H6 does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The GWM Haval H6 lines up producing 170kW and 380Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.5 seconds.

The Subaru Crosstrek lines up making 115kW and 196Nm, paired to a cvt driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 10.9 seconds.

The GWM Haval H6 has the clear power advantage at 170kW vs 115kW. In the real-world sprint, the GWM Haval H6 is 2.4s quicker. 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, 208mm longer than the Subaru Crosstrek at 4,495mm (2,670mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GWM Haval H6 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 471L in the GWM Haval H6 and 559L in the Subaru Crosstrek, giving the Subaru Crosstrek a 88L advantage.

For towing, the GWM Haval H6 leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,200kg. That 800kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,682/year for the GWM Haval H6 and $2,195/year for the Subaru Crosstrek. That is a $513 annual difference in favour of the GWM Haval H6.

Estimated annual total: $1,682 (GWM Haval H6) vs $2,195 (Subaru Crosstrek). The GWM Haval H6 saves you roughly $513 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 7 years (GWM Haval H6) vs 5 years (Subaru Crosstrek). The GWM Haval H6 has longer coverage.