WR-V or Haval H6? A Comparison to Save You Time on Research

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Honda WR-V and GWM Haval H6 when choosing a car. The two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will conduct a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Versions

The Honda WR-V has an OTR price in Malaysia of RM 89,900 - 107,900, with a total of 4 versions, including 2023 1.5L V (RM 99,900), 2023 1.5L E (RM 95,900), 2023 1.5L S (RM 89,900), etc.

The GWM Haval H6 has an OTR price in Malaysia of RM 139,750 - 139,750, with a total of 2 versions, including 1.5L Turbo Standard (RM 140,000), 1.5L Turbo Premium (RM 155,000), etc.

In terms of price, the Honda WR-V's starting price is indeed RM 49,850 cheaper than the GWM Haval H6. If your budget is limited, Honda's entry-level version is already sufficient for daily needs. However, note that the few thousand RM saved might involve compromises in features, depending on your specific requirements.

Power and Fuel Consumption

The Honda WR-V is equipped with a 1.5L 4-cyl, horsepower 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.

The GWM Haval H6 is equipped with a Hybrid system, horsepower 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 4.5 L/100km.

In terms of power, the GWM Haval H6's Hybrid system has 65 more horsepower than the Honda WR-V's 1.5L 4-cyl. However, when driving daily in the city, both cars have sufficient power, and you won't feel underpowered.

Safety Features

The Honda WR-V has a safety rating of 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), with active safety systems including Honda SENSING.

The GWM Haval H6 has a safety rating of TBD, with active safety systems including Basic.

Regarding safety features, both cars received decent ratings. However, there are some differences in functionality between the Honda WR-V's Honda SENSING and the GWM Haval H6's Basic. If you value active safety, you can compare the feature lists of both in detail.

Space and Comfort

The Honda WR-V body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

The GWM Haval H6 body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, with little difference in interior space. For this class of vehicle, it is completely sufficient for daily use.

Maintenance and Servicing

The Honda WR-V has a warranty of 5 years/unlimited mileage, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

The GWM Haval H6 has a warranty of 7 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Conclusion

Overall, the Honda WR-V and GWM Haval H6 are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your homework, comparing quotes from multiple dealers, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major decision, and spending time doing research will definitely not be wrong.