At last year’s NST-MAI ASEAN Auto Show, Great Wall Motors (now known as Haval Motors) previewed the Haval H2. It has now been revealed that the C-segment SUV, which will go up against the likes of the Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-5, will be launched in Q2 of 2016.
According to the specifications sheet shown during the car’s preview, the H2 range consists of 2WD and 4WD models, with the former most likely be offered to Malaysians. Three variants were listed, being City, Luxury and Dignity, but there’s no confirmation yet on which one we’ll be getting.
Powering the H2 is a 1.5 litre 4G15B turbocharged four-cylinder dual-VVT petrol engine that develops 147 hp at 5,600 rpm and 210 Nm of max torque between 2,200 to 4,500 rpm. The mill is mated to a six-speed automatic gearbox.
The equipment list revealed to us back then is pretty impressive as well. On the outside, there are automatic halogen headlights (with a “follow-me-home” function) and LED DRLs in the front apron. The aesthetic package also includes 18-inch alloy wheels and a dual-tone paintjob for the car’s body.
Inside, there are electric-powered seats (six-way with lumbar support) on the driver’s side. The seats themselves are upholstered in leather, as is the steering wheel. Other luxuries include keyless entry and operation, a 3.5-inch TFT colour display multi-info driver display, touchscreen infotainment unit, dual-zone automatic air-con, and a reverse camera/radar system.
Safety-wise, the Haval H2 offers six airbags (dual front, side, curtain), along with electronic stability control (ESC) plus anti-lock brakes with EBD and brake assist. There is even a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS).
Prices of the Haval H2 has yet to be provided, with the same being said of its final specifications as well. For now, are you impressed by what the Haval H2 has to offer? How much would you be willing to pay for the C-segment SUV? Let us know in the comments below.
Wah….turbocharged with dual-VVT !! Very advanced. Ahead of the Japanese. We are still waiting for our Civic 1.5 turbo. Good one
Can’t afford sushi cars due to Proton’s protection? You can consider this also… as long as you don’t get a junk home.
If they are serious about expanding and confident in their products, they shud lend i guys a long term tester to counter negative perception….
The engine in this Haval H2 is a Mitsubishi unit. The 4G15B is produced at Shenyang Aerospace Mitsubishi Motors Engine Manufacturing Co. Ltd. in North-Eastern China. It could be related to the 4G15P in our Saga C21/C22, Wira, Satria and Arena too, but I cannot 101% confirm this.
In the past, many Chinese cars here came with Japanese engines. The Chery Eastar had a Mitsubishi unit, the Chana CV6 had a Suzuki one, and I’m quite sure those Jinbei vans have Mitsubishi engines too. I’m not sure about the Great Wall/ Haval M4, I’m guessing Mitsubishi as well. I’ll try to dig up more info in time… the Chinese car market is truly vast and diverse… and unfortunately, I don’t understand Mandarin and can’t read Chinese text… but I’ll probably learn it someday. :]
My friend in china told me that, greatwall auto using their own china engine as greatwall make their engine in china. China engine reliability is hard to say due to china engine making experience still very new.. if anybody got gut to be white mouse.. can try..
It is a copy of the Vios engine, but is not a Toyota engine. Don’t get fool by the looks of the engine.
This H2 definitely not Toyota engine. Looking at their engine number an model number will give you answer. Don be fool by the salesman. Toyota will never sell their advance engine technology to anybody.. even other famous auto brand will not do it also..
This SUV being Chinese looks like it’s going to be a lot of ‘bang for your buck’ !!! I suspect the OTR price will be below MYR 100 K ! ? However…..how has the vehicle fared in the NCAP tests, and will it last as long as a Japanese vehicle ? Quality of dash board materials ?
Nothing more than 70K..anything more, you’re better off with a HRV or CX5 with better pickup, much lower fc & way better resale value.
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