Verdict
The GWM Haval H6 brings the stronger hybrid case: 243 PS and 530 Nm, a claimed 0-100 km/h time of 7.7 seconds, plus a 560-litre boot. It is also materially larger, with a 2,738-mm wheelbase against the Corolla Cross’s 2,640 mm. The Toyota Corolla Cross counters with a RM6,000 lower entry price, 315 kg less mass and seven airbags to the H6’s six. For Malaysian family use, the H6’s extra room, rear multi-link suspension and ventilated powered front seats justify the gap if outright size and performance matter more than purchase cost.
Pick the GWM Haval H6 if you want 243 PS and 530 Nm, a 560-litre boot and a larger cabin footprint with a 2,738-mm wheelbase.
Pick the Toyota Corolla Cross if you want to spend RM6,000 less, carry seven airbags and drive the much lighter 1,405-kg SUV.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Haval H6 RM139,800; Toyota Corolla Cross RM133,800.
- Power and torque: GWM Haval H6 243 PS and 530 Nm; Toyota Corolla Cross 138 hp and 172 Nm.
- Dimensions: GWM Haval H6 4,683 mm long with a 2,738-mm wheelbase; Toyota Corolla Cross 4,460 mm and 2,640 mm.
- Weight: GWM Haval H6 1,720 kg; Toyota Corolla Cross 1,405 kg.
- Boot space: GWM Haval H6 560 litres; Toyota Corolla Cross 440 litres.
- Airbags: GWM Haval H6 six; Toyota Corolla Cross seven.
Haval H6
- 243 PS and 530 Nm hybrid output; 0-100 km/h in 7.7 seconds.
- 560-litre boot and 2,738-mm wheelbase.
- Ventilated powered front seats, panoramic glass roof and head-up display.
- Costs RM6,000 more.
- At 1,720 kg, it is 315 kg heavier.
- Has six airbags to the Corolla Cross’s seven.
Corolla Cross
- RM133,800 entry price is RM6,000 lower.
- 1,405-kg kerb weight is 315 kg lower.
- Seven airbags and a space-saver spare tyre.
- 138 hp and 172 Nm trail the H6’s 243 PS and 530 Nm.
- 440-litre boot is 120 litres smaller.
- Uses a torsion-beam rear suspension where the H6 has multi-link.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM139,800 | RM133,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM359 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing and Hybrid Assist | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing (Dual VVT-i) |
| Capacity | 1,497 cc | 1,798 cc |
| Horsepower | 147 hp at 5,600 rpm✓ | 138 hp at 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 230 Nm at 2,200 rpm✓ | 172 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 80.5 mm × 88.3 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 175 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 300 Nm | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | — | 185 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,683 mm | 4,460 mm |
| Width | 1,886 mm | 1,825 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,738 mm | 2,640 mm |
| Weight | 1,720 kg | 1,405 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 61 litres | 47 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 560 litres✓ | 440 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R19 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R19 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 SUV | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| 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 for Two Outer Rear Passenger 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 | LED Projector |
| 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 | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 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 | 10.1" Capacitive Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Carplay and Wired Android Auto, USB and Bluetooth |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 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 | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| 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 | — |
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 & Corolla Cross for sale
Haval H6 vs Corolla Cross FAQ
Is the GWM Haval H6 or Toyota Corolla Cross better?
The H6 is the better choice for performance, cabin size and cargo capacity, with 243 PS, 530 Nm and a 560-litre boot. The Corolla Cross makes more sense if lower purchase cost, lower weight and its extra airbag are the priorities.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Haval H6 costs RM6,000 more than the Toyota Corolla Cross. That gap brings the H6’s hybrid powertrain, 19-inch wheels, panoramic glass roof, ventilated front seats and head-up display.
Which SUV carries more luggage?
The GWM Haval H6 does, with 560 litres of boot space versus 440 litres in the Toyota Corolla Cross. Its 120-litre advantage is useful for a family’s larger bags, pushchairs or regular outstation trips.
