Haval H6 - Reality Check: Price, Perks & the Petrol Usage Trade Off!
If I were in the market for a mid-size SUV in South Africa, something that looks good, feels modern, and doesn’t kill your budget - the H6 still makes a strong case. But it’s not perfect.
Here’s where it stands now, and what you should know if you’re buying or driving one.
💸 What you pay for a new H6 (S.A. 2025)
Depending on the trim and powertrain, this is how the price ranges (new):
Variant Price (approx)
H6 2.0T Luxury DCT = R 495,500
H6 2.0T Super Luxury DCT = R542,500
H6 2.0T 4WD Luxury / Ultra Luxury DCT = R 574,500 – R 614,500
H6 1.5T HEV Luxury DHT (hybrid) = R 641,500
H6 1.5T HEV Ultra Luxury DHT (hybrid) = R 686,500
These price points include a generous warranty and service package — often 7-year/200,000 km warranty + long-term service plan.
So if you buy the “right trim”, you get a modern SUV that punches above its price in terms of features, warranty, and perceived value.
✅ What the H6 does well
It feels modern: good interior space, decent infotainment and comfort. For a mid-size SUV, it balances practicality and style nicely.
For hybrid versions: efficiency is reasonable on paper. Manufacturer numbers suggest around 5.2 L/100 km for the HEV version under optimal conditions.
⚠ What I noticed, and you should too: Fuel consumption hits you real
Here’s where things get real. Although the specs on paper look sweet, real-world use reveals a different story, at least for me:
Official fuel consumption for petrol 2.0-litre H6 trims may claim ~7–8 L/100 km or better. But in everyday driving, especially around town or heavy traffic, I found the consumption to be noticeably higher.
In practice, expect fuel consumption closer to the 9–10 L/100 km range (or worse if you’re heavy on the throttle, doing a lot of urban driving, or sitting in traffic). This seems to align with other real-world owner reports for H6 petrol models.
That means frequent fuel stops, especially if you drive often or commute long distances, and fuel cost (in South Africa) becomes a real factor when budgeting monthly transport.
Bottom line: if you’re after a car that’s easy on your wallet long-term, the petrol-only H6 isn’t always the best bet not unless you’re fine with the “SUV + fuel cost” trade-off.
The hybrid version helps, but you’ll want to evaluate whether the hybrid premium is worth it for your usage pattern.
🎯 Verdict
If I were you - living where I am, daily driving around town, sometimes stretching to long drives, and I care about balancing comfort, practicality and cost, here’s how I’d see the H6:
I’d consider it if I’m willing to accept higher running costs (fuel + maintenance) in exchange for a comfortable, feature-loaded SUV at a competitive purchase price.
If I were more fuel-cost conscious, or driving long distances often — I’d lean toward either a smaller, more economical car or the hybrid version (if I can afford it).
The H6 doesn’t pretend to be a super-efficient economy car however it’s more like a “budget-friendly SUV with compromises.”
But if you know what you’re getting into, it delivers value.
Here’s where it stands now, and what you should know if you’re buying or driving one.
💸 What you pay for a new H6 (S.A. 2025)
Depending on the trim and powertrain, this is how the price ranges (new):
Variant Price (approx)
H6 2.0T Luxury DCT = R 495,500
H6 2.0T Super Luxury DCT = R542,500
H6 2.0T 4WD Luxury / Ultra Luxury DCT = R 574,500 – R 614,500
H6 1.5T HEV Luxury DHT (hybrid) = R 641,500
H6 1.5T HEV Ultra Luxury DHT (hybrid) = R 686,500
These price points include a generous warranty and service package — often 7-year/200,000 km warranty + long-term service plan.
So if you buy the “right trim”, you get a modern SUV that punches above its price in terms of features, warranty, and perceived value.
✅ What the H6 does well
It feels modern: good interior space, decent infotainment and comfort. For a mid-size SUV, it balances practicality and style nicely.
For hybrid versions: efficiency is reasonable on paper. Manufacturer numbers suggest around 5.2 L/100 km for the HEV version under optimal conditions.
⚠ What I noticed, and you should too: Fuel consumption hits you real
Here’s where things get real. Although the specs on paper look sweet, real-world use reveals a different story, at least for me:
Official fuel consumption for petrol 2.0-litre H6 trims may claim ~7–8 L/100 km or better. But in everyday driving, especially around town or heavy traffic, I found the consumption to be noticeably higher.
In practice, expect fuel consumption closer to the 9–10 L/100 km range (or worse if you’re heavy on the throttle, doing a lot of urban driving, or sitting in traffic). This seems to align with other real-world owner reports for H6 petrol models.
That means frequent fuel stops, especially if you drive often or commute long distances, and fuel cost (in South Africa) becomes a real factor when budgeting monthly transport.
Bottom line: if you’re after a car that’s easy on your wallet long-term, the petrol-only H6 isn’t always the best bet not unless you’re fine with the “SUV + fuel cost” trade-off.
The hybrid version helps, but you’ll want to evaluate whether the hybrid premium is worth it for your usage pattern.
🎯 Verdict
If I were you - living where I am, daily driving around town, sometimes stretching to long drives, and I care about balancing comfort, practicality and cost, here’s how I’d see the H6:
I’d consider it if I’m willing to accept higher running costs (fuel + maintenance) in exchange for a comfortable, feature-loaded SUV at a competitive purchase price.
If I were more fuel-cost conscious, or driving long distances often — I’d lean toward either a smaller, more economical car or the hybrid version (if I can afford it).
The H6 doesn’t pretend to be a super-efficient economy car however it’s more like a “budget-friendly SUV with compromises.”
But if you know what you’re getting into, it delivers value.