GWM Haval H6GT vs KGM Actyon

The GWM Haval H6GT starts from $44,990 before on-road costs, while the KGM Actyon opens at $44,500. That makes the KGM Actyon the more affordable entry point by $490.

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 $49,489 and $48,950 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the GWM Haval H6GT by roughly $2,420 in fuel alone.

Both the GWM Haval H6GT and KGM Actyon hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The GWM Haval H6GT packs more ADAS features with 7 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the KGM Actyon.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the GWM Haval H6GT and 8 in the KGM Actyon. The GWM Haval H6GT adds a 360-degree camera that the KGM Actyon misses.

The GWM Haval H6GT features a 12.3-inch touchscreen, while the KGM Actyon gets a 12.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The GWM Haval H6GT stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, wireless charging and heated front seats that you will not find on the KGM Actyon. The KGM Actyon counters with Apple CarPlay and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The GWM Haval H6GT lines up producing 179kW and 380Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.5 seconds.

The KGM Actyon responds with a Turbo GDi making 120kW and 280Nm, paired to a 6-speed automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 12.5 seconds.

The GWM Haval H6GT has the clear power advantage at 179kW vs 120kW. In the real-world sprint, the GWM Haval H6GT is 4.0s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The GWM Haval H6GT measures 4,727mm long on a 2,738mm wheelbase, 13mm shorter than the KGM Actyon at 4,740mm (2,680mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GWM Haval H6GT generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 471L in the GWM Haval H6GT and 668L in the KGM Actyon, giving the KGM Actyon a 197L advantage.

For towing, the GWM Haval H6GT 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 $1,682/year for the GWM Haval H6GT and $2,166/year for the KGM Actyon. That is a $484 annual difference in favour of the GWM Haval H6GT.

Estimated annual total: $1,682 (GWM Haval H6GT) vs $2,166 (KGM Actyon). The GWM Haval H6GT saves you roughly $484 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 7 years (GWM Haval H6GT) vs 7 years (KGM Actyon). Both match on warranty length.