Renault Duster vs GWM Haval H6

The Renault Duster starts from $31,990 before on-road costs, while the GWM Haval H6 opens at $35,990. That makes the Renault Duster the more affordable entry point by $4,000.

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 $35,189 and $39,589 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the GWM Haval H6 by roughly $1,280 in fuel alone.

Both the Renault Duster and GWM Haval H6 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 70% for the Renault Duster and 90% for the GWM Haval H6.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The GWM Haval H6 packs more ADAS features with 6 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 2 in the Renault Duster.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the Renault Duster and 6 in the GWM Haval H6.

The Renault Duster features a 10.1-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the GWM Haval H6 gets a 14.6-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Renault Duster stands out with Apple CarPlay that you will not find on the GWM Haval H6. The GWM Haval H6 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, panoramic roof and power tailgate. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Renault Duster uses a Petrol producing 130kW and 250Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 10.2 seconds.

The GWM Haval H6 responds with a Petrol making 170kW and 380Nm, paired to a auto driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.5 seconds.

The GWM Haval H6 has the clear power advantage at 170kW vs 130kW. In the real-world sprint, the GWM Haval H6 is 1.7s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Renault Duster measures 4,345mm long on a 2,657mm wheelbase, 358mm shorter than the GWM Haval H6 at 4,703mm (2,738mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GWM Haval H6 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 475L in the Renault Duster and 471L in the GWM Haval H6, giving the Renault Duster a 4L advantage.

For towing, the GWM Haval H6 leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,938/year for the Renault Duster and $1,682/year for the GWM Haval H6. That is a $256 annual difference in favour of the GWM Haval H6.

Estimated annual total: $1,938 (Renault Duster) vs $1,682 (GWM Haval H6). The GWM Haval H6 saves you roughly $256 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Renault Duster) vs 7 years / 999,999km (GWM Haval H6). The GWM Haval H6 has longer coverage.