Key Points
- The 2026 H6GT PHEV is priced at $52,990 driveaway, $1,000 less than before.
- It now uses GWM's Hi4 intelligent AWD system with 321kW combined power and 183km electric-only range (NEDC).
- The interior has been redesigned with a 14.6-inch Coffee OS infotainment screen and a column-mounted gear selector.
GWM has updated the Haval H6GT PHEV for 2026. The coupe-styled SUV now uses the brand's Hi4 intelligent all-wheel drive system, gets a redesigned interior shared with the broader H6 range, and arrives at a slightly lower price. It is on sale now at $52,990 driveaway, down $1,000 from the previous model.
The H6GT PHEV was first launched in Australia in 2025 as GWM's first plug-in hybrid. Since then, more than 2,300 units have been sold. Electrified variants now account for 51.5% of total H6GT sales. In March 2026, GWM was Australia's second-largest seller of plug-in hybrid vehicles.
GWM PHEV Sales in Australia
Metric | Figure |
H6GT PHEV units sold (to date) | 2,300+ |
H6GT PHEV share of H6GT sales | 51.5% |
Total GWM PHEVs delivered (under 14 months) | 2,700+ |
GWM PHEV market share (Australian PHEV segment) | 3.3% |
GWM PHEV rank in Australia (March 2026) | 2nd largest seller |
Hi4 Intelligent AWD System
The updated H6GT PHEV uses GWM's Hi4 (Hybrid Intelligent 4WD) system. It combines a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine with dual electric motors, one on each axle. The system distributes torque between the front and rear wheels based on driving conditions.
Combined system output is 321kW and 642Nm. The 0-100 km/h time is 4.6 seconds, 0.3 seconds quicker than before. The petrol engine now produces 240Nm, up 10Nm. The front motor is rated at 80kW and the rear at 170kW. A four-speed hybrid transmission replaces the previous two-speed unit.
The 35.43kWh ternary lithium-ion battery is carried over. Electric-only range is 183km (NEDC), up from 180km. Combined driving range is 1,183km, up from around 1,000km. Combined fuel consumption is 0.6L/100km (NEDC).
H6GT Variant Pricing: 2025 vs 2026
Variant | 2025 Price (Driveaway) | 2026 Price (Driveaway) | Change |
H6GT Ultra (Petrol) | $46,490 | $44,490 | -$2,000 |
H6GT Ultra PHEV Hi4 AWD | $53,990 | $52,990 | -$1,000 |
Redesigned Interior and Coffee OS
The H6GT PHEV's interior has been updated to match the broader H6 range. The centre console is cleaner, with a column-mounted gear selector freeing up space for a wireless phone charger. The charger now outputs 50 watts, up from before.
The main screen is now 14.6 inches, up from 12.3 inches. It runs GWM's Coffee OS software, which integrates vehicle controls, entertainment and connectivity. The system supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster is retained.
Suede seats embossed with 'GT' branding carry over. Material quality has been improved across the cabin. Other additions include a rear subwoofer (bringing the total to nine speakers), rear USB-A and USB-C charging points, and a new key fob design.
H6GT Ultra PHEV: Standard Features
The H6GT Ultra PHEV comes fully loaded as a single variant. Key features include:
- 14.6-inch Coffee OS infotainment touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
- Column-mounted gear selector
- 50W wireless smartphone charger
- Dual-zone climate control
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar
- Heated leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Panoramic sunroof
- Head-up display
- Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
- Electric tailgate
- Ambient cabin lighting
- 19-inch black alloy wheels
- Michelin tyres
- 360-degree camera
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Semi-autonomous parking system
- Autonomous emergency braking (pedestrian and cyclist detection)
- Adaptive cruise control with stop and go
- Lane-keep assist and lane departure warning
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Rear cross-traffic alert with braking
- Traffic sign recognition
- Driver fatigue monitoring
- Hill descent and hill start assist
- Seven airbags including front centre airbag
- Tyre pressure monitoring
- GWM Connected Car telematics
- Automatic high-beam assist
- Towing and 4WD drive modes (plus Normal, Eco, Sport, Snow, Sand, Mud)
- Nine-speaker audio system with rear subwoofer
- Rear USB-A and USB-C charging points
- Roof rails
Available colours: Hamilton White (no cost), Atlantis Blue (+$495), Crayon Grey (+$495), Burgundy Red (+$495), Golden Black (+$495).
How It Compares to PHEV Rivals
The H6GT PHEV sits in a growing segment of mid-size PHEV SUVs. Here is how it compares to key rivals on price, electric range and power.
Mid-Size PHEV SUV Comparison (Australia, 2026)
Model | Price (from) | Electric Range | System Power | Drive |
GWM Haval H6GT Ultra PHEV Hi4 | $52,990 DA | 183km (NEDC) | 321kW | AWD |
Toyota RAV4 PHEV | $58,840 + ORC | 100km (WLTP) | 225kW | AWD |
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV | $58,990 + ORC | ~84km (WLTP) | ~175kW | AWD |
Mazda CX-60 PHEV | ~$65,000 + ORC | ~63km (WLTP) | 241kW | AWD |
Ford Escape PHEV | ~$52,000 + ORC | ~56km (WLTP) | 165kW | FWD |
Note: Prices are indicative and may vary. Electric range figures use different test cycles. NEDC figures are typically higher than WLTP. The H6GT PHEV is the only model in this group offered at a driveaway price.
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Danny Thai
Danny is a consultant and entrepreneur working at the cutting edge of the electric vehicle and energy transition. He is passionate about educating and helping consumers make better decisions through data.
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