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

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

Price and Versions

The OTR price in Malaysia is RM 115,900 - 143,900. There are 4 versions in total, including 2026 e:HEV 1.5L RS (RM 143,900), 2026 1.5T V (RM 137,900), 2026 1.5T E (RM 130,900) etc.

The OTR price in Malaysia is RM 139,750 - 139,750. There are 2 versions in total, including 1.5L Turbo Standard (RM 140,000), 1.5L Turbo Premium (RM 155,000) etc.

Looking at the price, the starting price of Honda HR-V is indeed RM 23,850 cheaper than GWM Haval H6. If your budget is limited, Honda's entry-level version is already sufficient for daily needs. However, note that the lower price of a few thousand might involve trade-offs in equipment, it depends on your specific needs.

Power and Fuel Consumption

Honda HR-V is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, horsepower 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.

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

In terms of power, GWM Haval H6's Hybrid has 30 more horsepower than Honda HR-V's 1.5L Turbo. However, daily driving in the city, the power of both cars is sufficient, you won't feel it lacks power.

Safety Features

Honda HR-V's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM).

GWM Haval H6's safety rating is TBD, active safety systems include Basic.

In terms of safety features, both cars have received decent ratings. However, Honda HR-V's Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM) and GWM Haval H6's Basic differ in functionality. If you value active safety, you can compare the feature lists of both in detail.

Space and Comfort

Honda HR-V body length 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.

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

In terms of space, Honda HR-V's body is 100 mm longer than GWM Haval H6, the interior seating space will be slightly more spacious, especially rear legroom. If you often carry family or need to fit a stroller, a slightly larger body is indeed more practical.

Maintenance and Upkeep

Honda HR-V warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

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

Conclusion

Overall, both Honda HR-V and GWM Haval H6 are very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your homework, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big deal, spending some time on research is never a mistake.