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GWM HAVAL H6 vs Kia Seltos comparison

Compare performance (243 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (27,400 £ vs 29,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM HAVAL H6 or Kia Seltos?

GWM HAVAL H6 vs Kia Seltos: Key differences

GWM HAVAL H6

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Kia Seltos

  • slightly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

HAVAL H6

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

GWM HAVAL H6 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 27,400 £ , while the Kia Seltos costs 29,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,885 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the GWM HAVAL H6 uses 5.9 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Kia Seltos with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

Seltos

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the GWM HAVAL H6 offers markedly more power – delivering 243 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 63 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM HAVAL H6 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Kia Seltos takes 8.8 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM HAVAL H6 delivers considerably more torque with 530 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 265 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Seltos is slightly lighter – 1,515 kg compared to 1,765 kg. The difference is around 250 kg.

Looking at boot space, the GWM HAVAL H6 offers marginally more boot space – 560 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 24 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Seltos carries visibly more – 495 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM HAVAL H6 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £27,400
HAVAL H6

GWM HAVAL H6

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 243 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.9 L/100km
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GWM HAVAL H6

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Reviews GWM HAVAL H6

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Daniela Luna
4 Mar 2026, 21:48:06

I've almost had it a year and it's truly powerful on the road, very stable — the driver aids make me feel super safe. In the city it moves around very well and the fuel economy is notable. I use it both on highways and in town and it's genuinely useful.

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GWM HAVAL H6
Kia Seltos

Costs and Consumption
Price
27,400 - 29,700 £
Price
29,300 - 38,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
134 g/km
co2
156 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,765 kg
Curb weight
1,515 - 1,620 kg
Trunk capacity
560 L
Trunk capacity
536 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,886 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
375 kg
Payload
485 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
243 HP
Power HP
180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
530 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
179 kW
Power kW
132 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
GWM
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the GWM HAVAL H6?

The GWM HAVAL H6 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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