Verdict
The GWM Haval H6 is the more rounded Malaysian family choice: its 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.1 seconds quicker, while the 560-litre boot and 61-litre tank add useful touring margin. It is also 220 mm taller, fitting its SUV brief better. The Peugeot 408 counters with a longer 2,787 mm wheelbase and a 215 hp, 300 Nm 1.6-litre turbo petrol engine, but its sedan body and 536-litre boot are less accommodating. The H6’s hybrid powertrain, adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera settle this close contest.
Pick the GWM Haval H6 if you want the quicker hybrid, a taller SUV body, more boot space and a fuller driver-assistance kit.
Pick the Peugeot 408 if you prefer a C-segment sedan with a 215 hp turbo engine, an eight-speed automatic and a 2,787 mm wheelbase.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Haval H6 RM139,800; Peugeot 408 RM146,055.
- Performance: GWM Haval H6 0-100 km/h in 7.7 seconds; Peugeot 408 in 8.8 seconds.
- Powertrain: GWM Haval H6 has a 1,497 cc hybrid with a 175 hp motor; Peugeot 408 has a 1,598 cc 215 hp turbo petrol engine.
- Boot space: GWM Haval H6 560 litres; Peugeot 408 536 litres.
- Wheelbase: GWM Haval H6 2,738 mm; Peugeot 408 2,787 mm.
- Fuel tank: GWM Haval H6 61 litres; Peugeot 408 52 litres.
Haval H6
- Quicker 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- 560-litre boot and 61-litre fuel tank
- Adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist and 360-degree camera
- RM120 annual road tax versus the Peugeot 408's RM90
- No navigation, where the Peugeot 408 includes it
408
- 215 hp and 300 Nm 1.6-litre turbo petrol engine
- Longer 2,787 mm wheelbase
- Eight-speed Aisin automatic and built-in navigation
- RM6,255 dearer than the GWM Haval H6
- 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.1 seconds slower
- 536-litre boot is 24 litres smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM139,800✓ | RM146,055 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing and Hybrid Assist | 16-Valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,497 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 147 hp | 215 hp✓ |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 175 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 300 Nm | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds✓ | 8.8 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,683 mm | 4,687 mm |
| Width | 1,886 mm | 1,859 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,738 mm | 2,787 mm |
| Weight | 1,720 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 61 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 560 litres✓ | 536 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 SUV | Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| 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 Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic 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 Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Matrix LED Projector | LED |
| 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 | Driver Powered Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| 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 | 10" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| 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 | 200,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10-Year/1,000,000 km Hybrid Powertrain Warranty, 10-year/1,000,000 km Engine 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 & 408 for sale
Haval H6 vs 408 FAQ
Is the GWM Haval H6 or Peugeot 408 better?
The GWM Haval H6 is the better all-round buy for family use, with quicker acceleration, a larger boot, a larger fuel tank and more driver-assistance equipment. Choose the Peugeot 408 only if its sedan format, longer wheelbase and 215 hp turbo engine matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Peugeot 408 costs RM6,255 more than the GWM Haval H6: RM146,055 against RM139,800.
Which car has the larger boot?
The GWM Haval H6 has the larger boot at 560 litres, compared with 536 litres in the Peugeot 408. That is a 24-litre advantage for the SUV.
