In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare the Proton X70 and GWM Haval H6 when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
The OTR selling price of the Proton X70 in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,300, with a total of 3 versions, including 1.5L Standard 2WD (RM 106,800), 1.5L Executive 2WD (RM 115,800), 1.5L Premium 2WD (RM 122,300), etc.
The OTR selling price of the GWM Haval H6 in Malaysia is RM 139,750 - 139,750, with a total of 2 versions, including 1.5L Turbo Standard (RM 140,000), 1.5L Turbo Premium (RM 155,000), etc.
From a price perspective, the starting price of the Proton X70 is indeed RM 32,950 cheaper than the GWM Haval H6. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But be aware, those few thousand cheaper might involve trade-offs in features, it depends on your specific needs.
The Proton X70 is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, with 140 hp. Official fuel consumption is 7.0 L/100km.
The GWM Haval H6 is equipped with a Hybrid, with 170 hp. Official fuel consumption is 4.5 L/100km.
In terms of power, the GWM Haval H6's Hybrid has 30 more horsepower than the Proton X70's 1.5L Turbo. However, for daily driving in the city, the power of both cars is sufficient and won't feel weak.
The Proton X70 body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
The GWM Haval H6 body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, with little difference in interior space. Cars in this class are more than sufficient for daily use.
The Proton X70 uses FWD drive mode.
The GWM Haval H6 uses FWD drive mode.
Both cars have the same drive mode, both are FWD, so there won't be much difference in daily driving feel.
Both the Proton X70 and GWM Haval H6 are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance ratio and features, then choose the one with richer configurations. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, as personal experience is the most important.
Overall, both the Proton X70 and GWM Haval H6 are very good car models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose mainly depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time doing research will never be wrong.