Verdict
At RM139,800, the Haval H6 costs RM189,000 less than the RM328,800 Tank 500, and its RM120 annual road tax is RM319 lower. For most Malaysian families, the H6’s 560-litre boot and five-seat layout make more day-to-day sense than the Tank’s 98-litre boot behind seven seats. The Tank 500 is the larger, more capable people carrier on paper: it brings all-wheel drive, a 2.0-litre 241 hp/380 Nm hybrid-assisted engine and a nine-speed automatic. Choose it only if seven seats and its extra hardware are non-negotiable.
Pick the GWM Haval H6 if you want a five-seat hybrid SUV with a 560-litre boot, lower RM120 road tax and a far lower purchase cost.
Pick the GWM Tank 500 if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive and the larger 2.0-litre 241 hp/380 Nm hybrid-assisted powertrain.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Haval H6 RM139,800; GWM Tank 500 RM328,800.
- Road tax: GWM Haval H6 RM120 per year; GWM Tank 500 RM439 per year.
- Seating and boot space: GWM Haval H6 has 5 seats and 560 litres; GWM Tank 500 has 7 seats and 98 litres.
- Size: GWM Haval H6 is 4,683 mm long with a 2,738 mm wheelbase; GWM Tank 500 is 5,070 mm long with a 2,850 mm wheelbase.
- Powertrain: GWM Haval H6 has a 1,497 cc 147 hp/230 Nm engine and front-wheel drive; GWM Tank 500 has a 1,998 cc 241 hp/380 Nm engine and all-wheel drive.
- Transmission: GWM Haval H6 uses a single-ratio automatic; GWM Tank 500 uses a nine-speed hydraulic automatic.
Haval H6
- RM189,000 lower purchase price and RM319 lower annual road tax.
- 560-litre boot versus 98 litres.
- Seven-year/200,000-km vehicle warranty and 10-year/1,000,000-km hybrid powertrain warranty.
- Five seats versus the Tank 500’s seven.
- Front-wheel drive instead of all-wheel drive.
- No massaging front seats, third-row cup holders or rear window shades.
Tank 500
- Seven seats, all-wheel drive and a nine-speed automatic.
- Larger 2.0-litre engine with 241 hp and 380 Nm.
- Massaging and ventilated front seats, 14.6-inch screen, 12-speaker Infinity audio and navigation.
- RM189,000 more expensive, with RM439 annual road tax versus RM120.
- Only 98 litres of boot space versus 560 litres.
- Six-year vehicle warranty versus seven years for the Haval H6.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM139,800✓ | RM328,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing and Hybrid Assist | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 1,497 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 147 hp | 241 hp✓ |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 380 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 175 hp✓ | 105 hp |
| Motor Torque | 300 Nm✓ | 268 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 1.75 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Nine-speed Hydraulic Automatic Transmission |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,683 mm | 5,070 mm |
| Width | 1,886 mm | 1,934 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,738 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | 1,720 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 61 litres | 75 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 560 litres✓ | 98 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R19 | 265/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R19 | 265/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 SUV | Continental CrossContact RX |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Two Outer Second Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Matrix LED Projector | Projector LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Powered Front Seats with Massaging Function and Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, 50:50 Split Power Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 8-speakers | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System |
| 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 |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| 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✓ | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10-Year/1,000,000 km Hybrid Powertrain Warranty, 10-year/1,000,000 km Engine Warranty | 8-year/200,000-km High Voltage Battery Warranty |
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.
Used Haval H6 & Tank 500 for sale
Haval H6 vs Tank 500 FAQ
Is the GWM Haval H6 or GWM Tank 500 better?
The Haval H6 is the better fit for most buyers because it is vastly cheaper, has lower road tax and carries 560 litres in the boot. The Tank 500 is better when seven seats, all-wheel drive and a larger 241 hp engine matter more than cost.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Tank 500 costs RM189,000 more than the GWM Haval H6. Its annual road tax is also RM319 higher: RM439 against RM120.
Which has more practical luggage space?
The GWM Haval H6 has the larger quoted boot at 560 litres, versus 98 litres for the GWM Tank 500. The Tank gains two extra seats, but its quoted luggage space is far smaller.
