What is the claimed electric-only range of the GWM Haval H6GT PHEV?

GWM claims 180 km of electric-only range. In real-world mixed driving conditions, expect closer to 130–150 km. That still covers most Australian daily commutes on electricity alone.

Does the GWM Haval H6GT PHEV qualify for the FBT exemption in Australia?

No. PHEVs lost the fringe benefits tax exemption from 1 April 2025. The H6GT is fully subject to FBT under a novated lease arrangement. This is a meaningful cost consideration and should be factored into any salary packaging comparison against a battery electric vehicle.

What is the towing capacity of the GWM Haval H6GT PHEV?

The GWM Haval H6GT PHEV has a braked towing capacity of 1,500 kg, which is adequate for a small boat, trailer, or camper. It is not rated for heavy trailer work.

How does the GWM Haval H6GT PHEV compare to the Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid?

Both are mid-size PHEV SUVs. The H6GT claims significantly more electric range (180 km claimed vs roughly 95 km for the RAV4 PHEV under WLTP). The RAV4 PHEV has a longer established reputation in Australia and a larger dealer network. The H6GT is priced from $53,990 drive-away, which is broadly competitive with the RAV4 PHEV range.

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Q: Can the GWM Haval H6GT PHEV DC fast charge?

No. The H6GT PHEV supports AC charging only, typically at 3.3–6.6 kW. A full charge from empty takes approximately 4–6 hours on a 7 kW home wall charger. There is no DC fast-charging capability.

The GWM Haval H6GT PHEV is one of the more interesting cars to land in Australia in recent years - not because it chases headlines, but because it is quietly well-suited to how a lot of Australians actually drive. It is a mid-size SUV with a plug-in hybrid powertrain, a claimed 180 km of electric range, and a petrol engine that gives you more than 1,000 km of total range before you need to worry about either fuel or charge. For buyers outside major cities, or anyone who wants to cut fuel costs without cutting themselves off from the servo network, that combination is worth a proper look.

What Is the GWM Haval H6GT PHEV?

GWM - Great Wall Motors - is a Chinese manufacturer that entered the Australian market around 2021 and has grown steadily since. The Haval sub-brand focuses on SUVs, and the H6GT is its fastback-styled mid-size offering. It sits above the standard H6 in the range, with a sloping roofline that distinguishes it from the more upright H6 wagon body.

The PHEV variant pairs a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine with an electric motor, delivering a combined system output of around 240 kW and all-wheel drive. Ground clearance is 190 mm - not full off-road territory, but practical for unsealed rural driveways and gravel roads. Entry pricing sits at $53,990 drive-away, which places it firmly in the competitive mid-size SUV segment alongside the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid.

GWM backs the H6GT with a five-year warranty and has a growing dealer network across Australia, though coverage outside metro areas remains thinner than the established Japanese and Korean brands.

Key Specifications

Specification	Detail
Drivetrain	1.5T petrol + electric motor, AWD
Total system output	~240 kW
Claimed EV-only range	180 km (manufacturer claim)
Total range (EV + petrol)	Exceeds 1,000 km
Ground clearance	190 mm
Towing capacity (braked)	1,500 kg
Charging	AC only, 3.3–6.6 kW
Price (drive-away)	From $53,990
Warranty	5 years

Electric Range: What to Actually Expect

The 180 km electric-only figure is GWM’s claimed range. It is worth treating manufacturer range claims with caution until independent testing confirms them - the test cycle used to generate that figure has not been publicly detailed in full. In real-world mixed driving conditions - suburban commuting, highway stints, air conditioning running - most owners will realistically see 130–150 km of electric range.

That is still a substantial number. The average Australian commute is under 40 km each way. If you can charge at home overnight, most working-week driving will run entirely on electricity. The petrol engine becomes relevant on longer weekend runs or in circumstances where charging simply is not available.

This is where the H6GT makes a genuine argument. A pure battery electric vehicle with 400–500 km of range will cover most Australians most of the time. But for anyone doing regular regional travel - visiting properties, covering sales territory, driving between towns that are two to three hours apart - the ability to top up at any standard servo on the way removes a meaningful constraint.

Total Range and the Remote Australia Advantage

Combine the electric battery with the petrol tank and the H6GT’s total range exceeds 1,000 km. That matters in Australia in a way it does not in most other markets. The distances between towns in regional Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, and the Northern Territory are not comparable to European or urban driving patterns. Charging infrastructure outside major cities and highway corridors is improving but is not yet reliable enough for BEV-only travel on all routes.

The H6GT does not require a charging strategy for a country drive. You charge at home, drive the first 130–150 km on electricity, and then use petrol as you would in any other car for the remainder. On the return trip, charge wherever you stop - or simply fill up. That is the honest, unglamorous advantage of a PHEV for remote Australia, and it is a real one.

FBT: The Cost You Need to Know About

PHEVs lost the fringe benefits tax (FBT) exemption from 1 April 2025. This is not a minor detail if you are considering salary packaging through a novated lease.

Under the current rules, the GWM Haval H6GT PHEV is fully subject to FBT. Only battery electric vehicles and hydrogen fuel cell cars qualify for the exemption. The practical consequence is that the after-tax cost of a novated lease on a PHEV is significantly higher than an equivalent BEV. Before assuming a novated lease makes the H6GT affordable, run the numbers with your employer’s fleet or salary packaging provider using current FBT rates.

If you are buying the H6GT outright or through a standard car loan, FBT does not apply to your personal situation. But it is the kind of detail that materially changes the value calculation for anyone relying on novated lease to make the numbers work.

Charging: Home-Focused, No DC Fast Charging

The H6GT PHEV charges on AC power only. It does not support DC fast charging. The maximum AC charging rate is typically 3.3–6.6 kW depending on variant and charger configuration.

On a 7 kW home wall charger, a full charge from empty takes approximately 4–6 hours - manageable overnight. On a standard 2.4 kW household outlet, charge times stretch considerably longer. If you are buying a PHEV and charging is part of your ownership plan, a dedicated home wall charger is worth installing.

Public AC charging is available through networks including Chargefox and EVie, though AC charger availability is less extensive than DC charger coverage at major highway stops. For a PHEV, this is less of an issue than for a BEV - you rarely need to charge away from home - but it is worth knowing that spontaneous public charging will be slower than what BEV drivers on DC networks experience.

Who It Actually Suits

The H6GT PHEV is not the right car for everyone. It is best matched to a specific type of buyer.

It suits people who regularly drive routes without reliable charging infrastructure - rural properties, regional sales, outback travel - and want to cut fuel costs on daily driving without accepting the range constraints of a pure EV. It suits buyers who do most of their weekly driving within 130–150 km of home and can charge overnight, but occasionally need to drive 500–800 km in a day without planning around charger locations.

It is less compelling for city-based buyers who do short commutes, have access to reliable public DC charging, and are eligible for the FBT exemption through a novated lease. For that profile, a battery electric vehicle in a similar price bracket will likely deliver lower running costs and better lease economics.

How It Compares to the Competition

The H6GT PHEV’s closest competitors are the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and the Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid. Both are established mid-size PHEV SUVs with longer track records in Australia. The RAV4 PHEV has a WLTP-rated electric range of around 95 km; the Outlander PHEV is rated at approximately 84 km WLTP. The H6GT’s claimed 180 km sits notably higher, though that figure needs real-world confirmation.

The BYD Shark is a PHEV but in ute form - a different category and buyer profile entirely.

GWM’s warranty and dealer network are growing but are not yet at the depth of Toyota or Mitsubishi. That gap narrows every year, but it remains a legitimate consideration for buyers in regional areas where servicing access matters.

The Bottom Line

The GWM Haval H6GT PHEV is a credible mid-size SUV at a competitive price point. Its headline electric range claim is the highest in its segment, and even discounting it to real-world figures, 130–150 km of daily electric driving covers most Australian commutes well. The 1,000 km-plus total range makes it genuinely useful for regional and remote travel in a way that no current BEV fully matches in terms of flexibility.

The FBT change from April 2025 is the largest caveat for company car buyers. For private buyers or those not relying on novated lease economics, it is a well-specified, purpose-suited option in the $54,000 bracket.

Based on average Australian electricity rates, charging the GWM Haval H6GT PHEV at home on electric power costs approximately 4–5 cents per km — a fraction of petrol running costs when you keep the battery topped up. See our EV charging cost guide for a full breakdown by tariff type and state.

For a broader comparison of PHEVs and EVs available in Australia, see our electric vehicles comparison page. Use our EV charging savings calculator to model how much you’d save on fuel by covering your daily commute on electric power. For a broader look at PHEV options available in Australia, our plug-in hybrid cars guide covers the full field.