GWM Haval H6 vs Toyota Corolla
Verdict
At RM139,800, the GWM Haval H6 is RM5,000 cheaper than the RM144,800 Toyota Corolla, yet it is the bigger, stronger car on paper: 4,683 mm long, 1,886 mm wide and with a 560-litre boot versus 4,630 mm, 1,780 mm and 470 litres. Its hybrid hardware also gives it a 175 hp/300 Nm motor on top of the 147 hp/230 Nm petrol engine. The Corolla answers with a lighter 1,365 kg kerb weight, five-star NCAP scores and an unlimited-mileage warranty.
Pick the GWM Haval H6 if you want the larger SUV body, stronger hybrid hardware, 560-litre boot and more listed driver aids for less money.
Pick the Toyota Corolla if you prefer a lighter C-segment sedan with five-star NCAP ratings, a full-size spare and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Haval H6 RM139,800; Toyota Corolla RM144,800
- Body and size: H6 SUV at 4,683/1,886/1,730 mm; Corolla sedan at 4,630/1,780/1,435 mm
- Powertrain: H6 1.5 turbo hybrid with 147 hp/230 Nm plus 175 hp/300 Nm motor; Corolla 1.8 NA petrol with 137 hp/172 Nm
- Boot and tank: H6 560 litres and 61 litres; Corolla 470 litres and 50 litres
- Safety ratings and aids: H6 AEB/blind spot/lane-keeping listed but no NCAP score; Corolla has five-star Euro NCAP/ANCAP/ASEAN NCAP but no AEB/blind…
- Warranty and road tax: H6 7 years/200,000 km plus 10-year/1,000,000 km engine and hybrid powertrain cover, RM120 road tax; Corolla 5 years/unlimited mileage,…
Haval H6
- RM5,000 cheaper, with RM120 annual road tax versus RM279
- Bigger body, longer 2,738 mm wheelbase and larger 560-litre boot
- AEB, blind spot monitoring and lane-keeping assist are included
- Much heavier at 1,720 kg versus 1,365 kg
- No Euro NCAP, ANCAP or ASEAN NCAP score is specified; the Corolla has five-star ratings
- No full-size spare tyre specified, while the Corolla gets a full-size 17-inch alloy spare
Corolla
- Lighter by 355 kg, at 1,365 kg versus 1,720 kg
- Five-star Euro NCAP, ANCAP and ASEAN NCAP ratings
- Five-year manufacturer warranty has unlimited mileage
- Costs RM5,000 more and annual road tax is RM279 versus RM120
- Weaker petrol engine output: 137 hp/172 Nm versus the H6’s 147 hp/230 Nm engine plus 175 hp/300 Nm motor
- Smaller boot at 470 litres versus 560 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 139,800✓ | RM 144,800 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing and Hybrid Assist | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,497 cc | 1,798 cc |
| Horsepower | 147 hp✓ | 137 hp |
| Torque | 230 Nm✓ | 172 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 175 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 300 Nm | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 7 Speed Sequential Shiftmatic CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,683 mm | 4,630 mm |
| Width | 1,886 mm | 1,780 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,738 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,720 kg | 1,365 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 61 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 560 litres✓ | 470 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R19 | 225/45R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R19 | 225/45R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 SUV | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, 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 on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Matrix LED Projector | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 8-speakers | 9.0" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 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 Push Button | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 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 | 200,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10-Year/1,000,000 km Hybrid Powertrain Warranty, 10-year/1,000,000 km Engine Warranty | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120✓ | RM 279 |
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 vs Corolla FAQ
Is the GWM Haval H6 or Toyota Corolla better?
The GWM Haval H6 is the stronger buy for space, hybrid performance and equipment. The Toyota Corolla is better if you prioritise a lighter sedan, published five-star NCAP ratings and unlimited-mileage warranty cover.
What is the price difference?
The gap is RM5,000 in the GWM Haval H6’s favour: RM139,800 against RM144,800. Annual road tax also favours the H6, at RM120 versus RM279.
Which one has more space for family use?
The GWM Haval H6. It is 53 mm longer, 106 mm wider and 295 mm taller, with a 2,738 mm wheelbase and 560-litre boot. The Toyota Corolla has a 2,700 mm wheelbase and 470 litres.