Verdict
At RM139,800, the GWM Haval H6 undercuts the Tesla Model 3’s RM149,000 by RM9,200 and makes the easier transition for buyers who still want a 61-litre fuel tank. The Tesla is the cleaner EV proposition: its 62.5-kWh battery claims 534 km, and its 279-hp, 420-Nm rear motor reaches 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds. The H6 answers with SUV height, a 560-litre boot and lower RM120 annual road tax; the Tesla carries 594 litres but costs RM280 a year.
Pick the GWM Haval H6 if you want a five-seat SUV with hybrid petrol refuelling, a panoramic roof shade and a RM9,200 lower entry price.
Pick the Tesla Model 3 if you can charge at home or work and want 534 km of claimed EV range, quicker 6.2-second acceleration and a larger boot.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Haval H6 RM139,800; Tesla Model 3 RM149,000.
- Motor output: GWM Haval H6 175 hp and 300 Nm; Tesla Model 3 279 hp and 420 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: GWM Haval H6 7.7 seconds; Tesla Model 3 6.2 seconds.
- Annual road tax: GWM Haval H6 RM120; Tesla Model 3 RM280.
- Boot space: GWM Haval H6 560 litres; Tesla Model 3 594 litres.
- Airbags: GWM Haval H6 six; Tesla Model 3 seven.
Haval H6
- RM9,200 cheaper with RM120 annual road tax.
- Powered, ventilated front seats and a panoramic roof shade.
- 360-degree camera with six front and six rear parking sensors.
- Slower 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time versus 6.2 seconds.
- 560-litre boot is 34 litres smaller.
- Six airbags versus seven.
Model 3
- 534 km claimed range from a 62.5-kWh battery.
- 279 hp, 420 Nm and a 6.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 594-litre boot, navigation and dual wireless Qi chargers.
- Costs RM9,200 more and annual road tax is RM160 higher.
- Four-year/80,000-km manufacturer warranty is shorter than the H6's seven-year/200,000-km cover.
- No front or rear parking sensors, while the H6 has six of each.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM139,800✓ | RM149,000 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM280 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing and Hybrid Assist | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,497 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 147 hp at 5,600 rpm | — |
| Torque | 230 Nm at 2,200 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 175 hp | 279 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 300 Nm | 420 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 62.5 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 534 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 170 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Single-ratio Transmission |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Tesla |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | 6.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 201 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,683 mm | 4,720 mm |
| Width | 1,886 mm | 2,089 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,738 mm | — |
| Weight | 1,720 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 61 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 560 litres | 594 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R19 | 255/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R19 | 255/45R18 |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 SUV | Bridgestone Turanza T005 EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" Prismata Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" Prismata 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 and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | 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 on 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 | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| 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 | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 40:20:40 Split-Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with HEPA Air Filter |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 4 Front USB-C |
| 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 | 15.4" Touchscreen with Navigation, Bluetooth and 7 Speakers |
| 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 (Depress Brake to Start) |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 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 |
| Convenience Notes | — | Dual Wireless Qi Chargers |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 200,000 km✓ | 80,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10-Year/1,000,000 km Hybrid Powertrain Warranty, 10-year/1,000,000 km Engine Warranty | 8-year/160,000 km Battery and Drive Unit Warranty, No fixed service schedule (condition-based maintenance) |
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 & Model 3 for sale
Haval H6 vs Model 3 FAQ
Is the GWM Haval H6 or Tesla Model 3 better?
The Tesla Model 3 is better for drivers with reliable charging who prioritise 534 km claimed range and 6.2-second acceleration. Choose the GWM Haval H6 for hybrid petrol convenience, SUV packaging, lower road tax and more parking-camera assistance.
What is the price difference?
The Tesla Model 3 costs RM9,200 more than the GWM Haval H6. It also carries RM280 annual road tax, compared with RM120 for the H6.
Which car is better for long-distance travel without charging stops?
The GWM Haval H6 suits this use better if charging access is uncertain, because it has a 61-litre petrol tank. The Tesla Model 3 has 534 km claimed EV range and 170 kW DC charging, but needs charging infrastructure.
