GWM Philippines October sales surge 70%, Haval H7 remains its best-selling model

GWM Philippines recorded its highest-ever monthly sales for the third consecutive month in October 2026, delivering 446 vehicles. That was a 70% increase from the 262 units sold in September and almost double the 232 units recorded in August.

The strong performance brought the brand's total sales for the first 10 months of 2026 to 1,282 units, taking it past the 1,000-unit milestone since entering the Philippine market.

Haval H7 leads the sales charge

The Haval H7 remained GWM Philippines' best-selling model in October, accounting for the bulk of the brand's deliveries.

The Haval H7 HEV 2WD pairs a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine with GWM's dedicated hybrid transmission (DHT). It delivers a combined output of 244PS and 540Nm.

The Haval H7 PHEV 2WD also uses a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine, alongside a 19.09kWh battery. Its combined output rises to 322PS and 540Nm, and its NEDC-rated electric-only range is up to 105km.

GWM's internal combustion engine (ICE) models also contributed to the record. The flagship Haval H9 SUV and GWM Cannon pick-up both recorded strong performances.

The expansion of GWM's dealer network across the Philippines was another factor behind the growth. Dealers in the Visayas and Mindanao regions accounted for more than a third of total sales, showing that demand is spreading beyond the main urban centres.

"Three record months in a row tell us the Haval H7's reception is not a launch spike. It's lasting demand. Behind every unit is a dealer team that delivered an excellent experience, and our network deserves the credit for turning that demand into sales," said Dax Avenido, GWM Philippines Brand Head.

He added, "Our focus now is on sustaining this through the end of the year."

GWM's global sales and what's next

GWM sold 62,862 vehicles outside China in October, up 9.98% year on year. Its global sales for the first 10 months of 2026 reached 1,040,676 units.

In the Philippines, the launch of the fully electric Ora 5 this month is expected to add to the brand's momentum. GWM also plans to introduce several more electrified models in 2027, as it looks to build on its growth across Southeast Asia.

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