GWM Haval H6 vs Omoda Jaecoo J7
Verdict
This is closer than the spec sheet first suggests. The GWM Haval H6 costs RM139,800, just RM1,000 more than the Omoda Jaecoo J7 at RM138,800, yet it is the larger SUV: 4,683 mm long with a 2,738 mm wheelbase and a 560-litre boot. It is also quicker to 100 km/h at 7.7 seconds. The J7 hits back with a stronger 1.6 litre petrol engine, at 194 hp and 290 Nm, plus seven airbags. For family space and acceleration, the H6 has the edge; for engine output and safety count, the J7 answers well.
Pick the GWM Haval H6 if you want the bigger C-segment SUV, the larger 560-litre boot and the quicker 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J7 if you want more engine output, seven airbags and a slightly lower price.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Haval H6 RM139,800; Omoda Jaecoo J7 RM138,800
- Power and torque: GWM Haval H6 147 hp/230 Nm; Omoda Jaecoo J7 194 hp/290 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: GWM Haval H6 7.7 s; Omoda Jaecoo J7 9.2 s
- Size: GWM Haval H6 4,683 mm long/1,886 mm wide/1,730 mm tall; Omoda Jaecoo J7 4,500 mm/1,865 mm/1,680 mm
- Wheelbase and boot: GWM Haval H6 2,738 mm/560 L; Omoda Jaecoo J7 2,672 mm/412 L
- Airbags and fuel tank: GWM Haval H6 6 airbags/61 L; Omoda Jaecoo J7 7 airbags/51 L
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 139,800 | RM 138,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,497 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Power | 147 hp | 194 hp✓ |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 290 Nm✓ |
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 7.7 s✓ | 9.2 s |
| Top speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,683 mm | 4,500 mm |
| Width | 1,886 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,738 mm | 2,672 mm |
| Boot space | 560 L✓ | 412 L |
| Fuel tank | 61 L | 51 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 7✓ |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 7 | 7 |
| 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.
Haval H6
- Quicker 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- Larger 560-litre boot
- Longer 2,738 mm wheelbase
- Lower 147 hp and 230 Nm outputs
- One fewer airbag than the J7
- Costs RM1,000 more
J7
- Stronger 194 hp and 290 Nm engine
- Seven airbags
- Slightly cheaper
- Slower 9.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Smaller 412-litre boot
- Shorter 2,672 mm wheelbase
Haval H6 vs J7 FAQ
Is the GWM Haval H6 or Omoda Jaecoo J7 better?
The GWM Haval H6 is the better fit for family space and acceleration, with a 560-litre boot and 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time. The Omoda Jaecoo J7 is better if engine output and seven airbags matter more.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Haval H6 is RM1,000 dearer. It costs RM139,800 against RM138,800 for the Omoda Jaecoo J7.
Which SUV has more boot space?
The GWM Haval H6 has the larger boot at 560 litres. The Omoda Jaecoo J7 has 412 litres, so the H6 gives you 148 litres more luggage space.