GWM has introduced the 2026 Haval H7 in South Africa and confirmed prices for six versions. Buyers can choose a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, a 1.5-litre conventional hybrid or a 1.5-litre plug-in hybrid. The petrol model produces 170 kW and 380 N.m, with either two- or four-wheel drive. The hybrid delivers 182 kW and 540 N.m, while plug-in versions produce 240 kW in 2WD form or 280 kW with 4WD. Their 23.7 kWh battery is claimed to provide up to 130 km of operating range in 2WD guise and 115 km in 4WD; PHEVs also support 6 kW vehicle-to-load power supply.
Prices start at R554,900 for the 2.0T 2WD Super Luxury and rise to R594,900 for the 2WD Ultra Luxury and R654,900 for the 4WD Ultra Luxury. The HEV 2WD Super Luxury costs R624,900. PHEV prices are R734,900 for the 2WD Super Luxury and R794,900 for the 4WD Ultra Luxury. All versions come with a seven-year/200,000 km vehicle warranty and a seven-year/75,000 km service plan; electrified models add an eight-year/150,000 km battery warranty.
The H7 measures 4,800 mm long and has a 586-litre boot, expandable to 1,404 litres. Its standard equipment includes a panoramic sunroof, a 15.6-inch infotainment screen and a 360-degree camera. Higher Ultra Luxury grades add features including a head-up display and front-seat heating and ventilation. The SUV also comes with adaptive cruise control and autonomous emergency braking across the range.