GWM Haval H6GT vs Leapmotor C10

The GWM Haval H6GT starts from $44,990 before on-road costs, while the Leapmotor C10 opens at $45,888. That makes the GWM Haval H6GT the more affordable entry point by $898.

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 $50,477 respectively.

The Leapmotor C10 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The GWM Haval H6GT, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the GWM Haval H6GT and Leapmotor C10 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 90% for the GWM Haval H6GT and 89% for the Leapmotor C10.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Leapmotor C10 packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 7 in the GWM Haval H6GT.

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 7 in the Leapmotor C10. The GWM Haval H6GT adds a 360-degree camera that the Leapmotor C10 misses.

The GWM Haval H6GT features a 12.3-inch touchscreen, while the Leapmotor C10 gets a 14.6-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The GWM Haval H6GT stands out with head-up display and heated front seats that you will not find on the Leapmotor C10. The Leapmotor C10 counters with panoramic roof and V2L. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The GWM Haval H6GT uses a Petrol 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 Leapmotor C10 responds with a Electric making 160kW and 320Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.5 seconds.

The GWM Haval H6GT has the clear power advantage at 179kW vs 160kW. 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, 12mm shorter than the Leapmotor C10 at 4,739mm (2,825mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Leapmotor C10 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 471L in the GWM Haval H6GT and 546L in the Leapmotor C10, giving the Leapmotor C10 a 75L 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.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (GWM Haval H6GT) vs 7 years / 160,000km (Leapmotor C10). Both match on warranty length.