KGM Actyon vs GWM Haval H7

The KGM Actyon starts from $44,500 before on-road costs, while the GWM Haval H7 opens at $46,990. That makes the KGM Actyon the more affordable entry point by $2,490.

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 $48,950 and $51,689 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the GWM Haval H7 by roughly $2,420 in fuel alone.

Both the KGM Actyon and GWM Haval H7 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

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 6 in the KGM Actyon.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the KGM Actyon and 6 in the GWM Haval H7. The GWM Haval H7 adds a 360-degree camera that the KGM Actyon misses.

The KGM Actyon features a 12.3-inch touchscreen, while the GWM Haval H7 gets a 14.6-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

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

The KGM Actyon uses a Turbo GDi producing 120kW and 280Nm of torque, sent through a 6-speed automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 12.5 seconds.

The GWM Haval H7 responds with a Petrol making 179kW and 530Nm, paired to a auto driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.9 seconds.

The GWM Haval H7 has the clear power advantage at 179kW vs 120kW. In the real-world sprint, the GWM Haval H7 is 4.6s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The KGM Actyon measures 4,740mm long on a 2,680mm wheelbase, 20mm shorter than the GWM Haval H7 at 4,760mm (2,800mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GWM Haval H7 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 668L in the KGM Actyon and 520L in the GWM Haval H7, giving the KGM Actyon a 148L advantage.

For towing, the GWM Haval H7 leads with a 2,500kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 1,000kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,166/year for the KGM Actyon and $1,682/year for the GWM Haval H7. That is a $484 annual difference in favour of the GWM Haval H7.

Estimated annual total: $2,166 (KGM Actyon) vs $1,682 (GWM Haval H7). The GWM Haval H7 saves you roughly $484 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (KGM Actyon) vs 7 years / 999,999km (GWM Haval H7). Both match on warranty length.