GWM Haval H7 vs Suzuki e Vitara

The GWM Haval H7 starts from $46,990 before on-road costs, while the Suzuki e Vitara opens at $42,700. That makes the Suzuki e Vitara the more affordable entry point by $4,290.

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 $51,689 and $46,970 respectively.

The Suzuki e Vitara qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The GWM Haval H7, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

The GWM Haval H7 holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 4 stars for the Suzuki e Vitara. Adult occupant protection scored 90% for the GWM Haval H7 and 77% for the Suzuki e Vitara.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The GWM Haval H7 packs more ADAS features with 7 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 0 in the Suzuki e Vitara.

Both include the essentials: a reversing camera. The GWM Haval H7 adds a 360-degree camera that the Suzuki e Vitara misses.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

Both come with modern infotainment systems. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The GWM Haval H7 stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, wireless charging, panoramic roof, heated front seats and power tailgate that you will not find on the Suzuki e Vitara. The Suzuki e Vitara counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The GWM Haval H7 uses a Petrol producing 179kW and 530Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.9 seconds.

The Suzuki e Vitara responds with a Electric Motor making 106kW and 193Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9 seconds.

The GWM Haval H7 has the clear power advantage at 179kW vs 106kW. In the real-world sprint, the GWM Haval H7 is 1.1s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The GWM Haval H7 measures 4,705mm long on a 2,810mm wheelbase, 430mm longer than the Suzuki e Vitara at 4,275mm (2,700mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GWM Haval H7 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 483L in the GWM Haval H7 and 306L in the Suzuki e Vitara, giving the GWM Haval H7 a 177L advantage.

For towing, the GWM Haval H7 leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 750kg 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 H7) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Suzuki e Vitara). The GWM Haval H7 has longer coverage.