GWM Haval H6 vs Mazda CX-5
Verdict
At RM139,800 versus RM134,469, the GWM Haval H6 asks RM5,331 more than the Mazda CX-5, but the numbers lean its way for family use: 560 litres of boot space beats 442 litres, the 2,738 mm wheelbase is 38 mm longer, and 0-100 km/h takes 7.7 seconds instead of 10.4. The Mazda counters with 162 hp against 147 hp and a conventional petrol automatic, but its RM439 annual road tax is much higher than the Haval’s RM120.
Pick the GWM Haval H6 if you want the bigger, quicker SUV with more boot space, longer warranty and lower annual road tax.
Pick the Mazda CX-5 if you want the lower purchase price, higher peak power and a conventional petrol automatic.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Haval H6 RM139,800; Mazda CX-5 RM134,469
- Power and torque: GWM Haval H6 147 hp/230 Nm; Mazda CX-5 162 hp/213 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: GWM Haval H6 7.7 s; Mazda CX-5 10.4 s
- Size: GWM Haval H6 4,683 mm long/1,886 mm wide; Mazda CX-5 4,550 mm long/1,840 mm wide
- Boot space: GWM Haval H6 560 L; Mazda CX-5 442 L
- Warranty and road tax: GWM Haval H6 7 years/RM120; Mazda CX-5 5 years/RM439
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 139,800 | RM 134,469✓ |
| 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 | 1,998 cc |
| Power | 147 hp | 162 hp✓ |
| Torque | 230 Nm✓ | 213 Nm |
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 7.7 s✓ | 10.4 s |
| Top speed | — | 176 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,683 mm | 4,550 mm |
| Width | 1,886 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,675 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,738 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Boot space | 560 L✓ | 442 L |
| Fuel tank | 61 L | 56 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 7✓ | 5 |
| Road tax / year | RM 120✓ | RM 439 |
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
- Lower RM120 annual road tax
- Costs RM5,331 more to buy
- Lower peak power at 147 hp
- Single-ratio automatic may not suit buyers who prefer a conventional gearbox
CX-5
- Lower RM134,469 price
- Higher 162 hp output
- Conventional automatic transmission
- Slower 10.4-second 0-100 km/h time
- Smaller 442-litre boot
- Higher RM439 annual road tax
Haval H6 vs CX-5 FAQ
Is the GWM Haval H6 or Mazda CX-5 better?
For most family-SUV priorities, the GWM Haval H6 has the stronger numbers: more boot space, quicker acceleration, longer warranty and lower road tax. The Mazda CX-5 is cheaper and has more peak power.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-5 is RM5,331 cheaper. It costs RM134,469, while the GWM Haval H6 costs RM139,800.
Which SUV has more luggage space?
The GWM Haval H6 has the larger boot at 560 litres. The Mazda CX-5 has 442 litres, so the Haval gives you an extra 118 litres for luggage.