Pros Overflowing with features Practical cabin layout with spacious second row Powerful hybrid engine with decent efficiency Long warranty coverage Cons Front-wheel drive only Paranoid active safety tech No spare tyre, just a repair kit On-road manners ne

The 2026 GWM Haval H6 is a medium SUV range built around generous equipment, a practical five-seat cabin and a broad choice of petrol and electrified powertrains. Rather than being a single specification, the H6 range spans conventional turbocharged petrol models, self-charging hybrid variants and plug-in hybrid versions, giving buyers several ways to balance performance, efficiency and drivetrain capability.

Across the range, the H6 uses a four-door wagon body with seating for five. Its medium-SUV proportions are suited to everyday family transport, while the split-fold rear seat, cargo cover, rear ventilation and multiple storage and charging provisions support the less glamorous but important details of regular use. The driving position is supported by a colour instrument display, a multifunction steering wheel and an electronic gear selector, while keyless entry and push-button starting add convenience to daily driving.

Technology is a major part of the H6 specification. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto provide familiar smartphone integration, with Bluetooth connectivity, USB inputs and rear charging ports extending the system’s usefulness for passengers. Depending on the grade, the multimedia system uses a 10-inch, 10.25-inch or 12.3-inch touchscreen, and higher-specification models add a head-up display, wireless device charging and premium audio equipment.

Safety equipment is extensive throughout the range. Autonomous emergency braking, forward collision warning, lane departure warning and lane-keeping assistance are supported by blind-spot monitoring, rear collision warning and rear cross-traffic alert on applicable variants. Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go functionality, traffic-jam assistance, cyclist and pedestrian recognition, traffic-sign recognition and driver-fatigue monitoring broaden the H6’s active safety coverage. A surround-view camera, parking sensors and automatic parking assistance are also available on higher grades.

The conventional petrol models use turbocharged four-cylinder engines paired with dual-clutch automatic transmissions, with both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations represented in the range. Hybrid models combine a 1.5-litre petrol engine with electric drive and use a dedicated hybrid transmission. The plug-in hybrid variants add scheduled charging, battery preconditioning and vehicle-to-load capability, making them the most electrically focused versions in the line-up. Official fuel-use figures shown on the page vary by powertrain, with the electrified models recording the lowest published consumption figures.

Specification levels can add a substantial amount of comfort and convenience equipment. Depending on the variant, highlights include heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, a panoramic sunroof, a powered tailgate with memory, heated and folding exterior mirrors, rain-sensing wipers and 19-inch alloy wheels. Drive-mode selections include Eco, Normal, Sport and Snow settings, while selected versions also include terrain response and tow-related functions.

The Haval H6’s appeal lies in the breadth of equipment offered in a familiar SUV format. Buyers can choose a straightforward petrol drivetrain, a more efficient hybrid system or a plug-in hybrid alternative, while the range provides a consistent focus on connectivity, passenger comfort and driver assistance. Exact equipment, transmission, output and drivetrain depend on the selected grade.

Other highlights include Body type: Medium SUV wagon; Powertrain: Premium unleaded petrol; petrol/electric hybrid; Transmission: Automatic dual-clutch; dedicated hybrid automatic; Drive train: FWD; AWD; 2WD variants available; Engine or motor: Turbocharged petrol engines with 1.5L and 2.0L capacities; petrol/electric hybrid powertrains also available; Doors: 4.