Haval, the SUV-focused brand under China's Great Wall Motors (GWM), has introduced the H6L, a larger five-seat version of its popular H6 model. According to Chinese automotive outlet Autohome (Autohome), the new model is positioned as a family-oriented SUV with a starting dealer price of 117,900 yuan (about $16,600) before taxes and incentives.
The H6L measures 4,800mm long, 1,895mm wide and 1,730mm tall, with a wheelbase of 2,810mm – 147mm longer and 72mm more in wheelbase than the standard H6. The exterior features a full-width light bar at the front, an X-shaped bumper design, and a glowing Haval logo, which the automaker says boosts brand recognition at night. The rear, in contrast, uses a 'lava burst' taillight design that echoes the front's X theme.
Inside, the cabin is wrapped around the driver, with a 10-inch head-up display, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, and a 14.6-inch central touchscreen running Haval's Coffee OS 3 infotainment system. Autohome noted that the system responds quickly and displays sharply, though it can lag on more complex tasks. Front seats offer heating, ventilation and massage functions, plus a 50W wireless charger, while rear seats are heated and have two-level recline adjustment.
Space and practicality
With 28 storage compartments throughout, the H6L is designed for family use. The 2,810mm wheelbase provides generous rear legroom – a 1.80-metre-tall passenger can cross their legs with ease, according to the review. The boot holds nine 20-inch carry-on suitcases in its standard configuration, expanding to 1,427 litres with the second row folded, enough for 20 such cases.
On the road, Autohome's test drive covered city, highway and mountain routes. In urban traffic, the H6L feels relaxed and comfortable, with a linear throttle and a 9-speed dual-clutch transmission (9DCT) that shows minimal low-speed jerkiness, though occasional 'creep' sensations were noted. The brakes are well-modulated, and the suspension absorbs bumps with a resilient feel.
Driving dynamics and pricing
On mountain roads, the H6L offers good body control and precise steering, though the firm suspension trades some everyday comfort for cornering support – a balance Autohome found acceptable. On the highway, the car feels stable during lane changes, but the reviewer observed a subtle 'phantom acceleration' after lifting off the throttle, and recommended Sport mode for drivers wanting sharper response.
The H6L is powered by a petrol engine (specific output not disclosed in the source) paired with the 9DCT, and Autohome praised its overall noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) levels. The official guide price is 141,900 yuan (about $20,000), but dealer quotes start at 117,900 yuan, making it a strong value proposition in China's competitive SUV market. As Autohome put it, 'the sequel to the people's SUV relies on substance, not nostalgia.'
Based on reporting by 汽车之家. Edited and published in English by geisou.
