Kia Sportage vs GWM Haval H6GT

The Kia Sportage starts from $38,490 before on-road costs, while the GWM Haval H6GT opens at $44,990. That makes the Kia Sportage the more affordable entry point by $6,500.

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 $42,339 and $49,489 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

Both the Kia Sportage and GWM Haval H6GT hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 87% for the Kia Sportage and 90% for the GWM Haval H6GT.

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 3 in the Kia Sportage.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the Kia Sportage and 6 in the GWM Haval H6GT. The GWM Haval H6GT adds a 360-degree camera that the Kia Sportage misses.

The Kia Sportage features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 4-inch digital dash, while the GWM Haval H6GT gets a 12.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

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

The Kia Sportage uses a Petrol producing 115kW and 192Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.5 seconds.

The GWM Haval H6GT responds with a Petrol making 179kW and 380Nm, paired to a auto driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.5 seconds.

The GWM Haval H6GT has the clear power advantage at 179kW vs 115kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Kia Sportage measures 4,685mm long on a 2,755mm wheelbase, 42mm shorter than the GWM Haval H6GT at 4,727mm (2,738mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Kia Sportage generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 543L in the Kia Sportage and 471L in the GWM Haval H6GT, giving the Kia Sportage a 72L advantage.

For towing, the GWM Haval H6GT leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,650kg. That 350kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,767/year for the Kia Sportage and $1,682/year for the GWM Haval H6GT. That is a $85 annual difference in favour of the GWM Haval H6GT.

Estimated annual total: $1,767 (Kia Sportage) vs $1,682 (GWM Haval H6GT). The GWM Haval H6GT saves you roughly $85 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (Kia Sportage) vs 7 years / 999,999km (GWM Haval H6GT). Both match on warranty length.