Lexus UX vs GWM Haval H7

The Lexus UX starts from $46,900 before on-road costs, while the GWM Haval H7 opens at $46,990. That makes the Lexus UX the more affordable entry point by $90.

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 $51,590 and $51,689 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the GWM Haval H7 by roughly $1,850 in fuel alone.

Both the Lexus UX and GWM Haval H7 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 96% for the Lexus UX and 90% for the GWM Haval H7.

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 Lexus UX.

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

The Lexus UX features a 10.3-inch touchscreen, while the GWM Haval H7 gets a 14.6-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Lexus UX stands out with Apple CarPlay, Lexus Premium Sound audio 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 and panoramic roof. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Lexus UX uses a Petrol producing 126kW and 200Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.7 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 126kW. In the real-world sprint, the GWM Haval H7 is 1.8s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Lexus UX measures 4,495mm long on a 2,640mm wheelbase, 265mm 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 217L in the Lexus UX and 520L in the GWM Haval H7, giving the GWM Haval H7 a 303L advantage.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,052/year for the Lexus UX and $1,682/year for the GWM Haval H7. That is a $370 annual difference in favour of the GWM Haval H7.

Estimated annual total: $2,052 (Lexus UX) vs $1,682 (GWM Haval H7). The GWM Haval H7 saves you roughly $370 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 4 years / 100,000km (Lexus UX) vs 7 years / 999,999km (GWM Haval H7). The GWM Haval H7 has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: 4yr (Lexus UX)—.