Chery Tiggo 7 vs GWM Haval H6
Verdict
At RM129,800 versus RM139,800, the Chery Tiggo 7 is the cheaper C-segment SUV and it gives you a plug-in hybrid set-up with an 18.3 kWh battery and 90 km EV range. The GWM Haval H6 counters with the larger body, longer 2,738 mm wheelbase and a much bigger 560-litre boot, plus higher engine outputs at 147 hp and 230 Nm. The Chery has more airbags, 8 against 6. The Haval is the space-and-pace choice; the Tiggo 7 is the lower-cost PHEV play.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 7 if you want the cheaper SUV, plug-in hybrid EV running and 8 airbags.
Pick the GWM Haval H6 if you want more cabin and boot space, higher output and a stated 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 7 RM129,800; GWM Haval H6 RM139,800
- Power and torque: Chery Tiggo 7 139 hp/215 Nm; GWM Haval H6 147 hp/230 Nm
- Electrified hardware: Chery Tiggo 7 has an 18.3 kWh battery and 90 km EV range; GWM Haval H6 battery and EV range not stated
- Size: Chery Tiggo 7 4,553 mm long/1,862 mm wide/1,696 mm tall; GWM Haval H6 4,683 mm/1,886 mm/1,730 mm
- Wheelbase and boot: Chery Tiggo 7 2,670 mm and 475 L; GWM Haval H6 2,738 mm and 560 L
- Airbags: Chery Tiggo 7 8; GWM Haval H6 6
Tiggo 7
- RM10,000 cheaper
- 18.3 kWh plug-in hybrid battery with 90 km EV range
- More airbags: 8 versus 6
- Smaller 475-litre boot
- Lower outputs at 139 hp and 215 Nm
- No 0-100 km/h figure stated
Haval H6
- Larger 560-litre boot
- Longer 2,738 mm wheelbase
- Higher 147 hp and 230 Nm outputs
- RM10,000 dearer
- No battery capacity or EV range stated
- Fewer airbags: 6 versus 8
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 129,800✓ | RM 139,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Plug-in Hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing and Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,497 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp | 147 hp✓ |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 230 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp✓ | 175 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm✓ | 300 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-iron Phosphate | — |
| Battery Capacity | 18.3 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 90 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 40 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | DHT | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.7 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,553 mm | 4,683 mm |
| Width | 1,862 mm | 1,886 mm |
| Height | 1,696 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,738 mm |
| Weight | 1,795 kg | 1,720 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 61 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 475 litres | 560 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 225/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 225/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Matrix LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 6-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat, Ventilated and Heated | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen Display, Sony Premium Audio with 8 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 8-speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 200,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty | 10-Year/1,000,000 km Hybrid Powertrain Warranty, 10-year/1,000,000 km Engine Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 120 |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Tiggo 7 vs Haval H6 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 7 or GWM Haval H6 better?
For most space-led family use, the GWM Haval H6 has the edge with a larger body, longer wheelbase and 560-litre boot. Choose the Chery Tiggo 7 if the 90 km EV range and 8 airbags matter more.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Haval H6 costs RM10,000 more than the Chery Tiggo 7. That gap mainly buys more size, more boot space and higher engine output, while the Chery counters with plug-in hybrid EV range.
Which has the bigger boot?
The GWM Haval H6 has the bigger boot at 560 litres. The Chery Tiggo 7 has 475 litres, so the Haval gives you an extra 85 litres for luggage or family use.