Buyers in South Africa need a monthly salary of at least R30,000 to finance the new Haval H7 Adventure SUV, provided they make a 50% deposit.
New Haval H7 SUV Lineup
GWM has introduced the Haval H7, adding a sixth model to its Adventure SUV lineup. The pricing begins at R554,900 for the entry-level Super Luxury 4×2 variant, reaching up to R794,900 for the premium Super Luxury plug-in hybrid (PHEV) 4×4. The engine choices include a 2.0-liter turbocharged petrol unit paired with a nine-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
The SUV offers three engine options. The first is a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine. It produces 170kW and 380Nm and is available with front-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive. The second option is a hybrid electric vehicle (HEV). It pairs a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine with an electric motor to generate 182kW and 540Nm. This model is front-wheel-drive only and features a two-speed hybrid dual-clutch gearbox.
Performance and Features
Another option is the 1.5-liter turbo PHEV, offered in two configurations. The single electric motor version delivers 240kW and 540Nm, while the dual-motor variant boosts power to 280kW and 670Nm. These PHEV models offer an all-electric range of 115-130km on the NEDC cycle, or 100-110km on the WLTP cycle.
All 4×4 models include various driving and terrain modes for Eco, Normal, Sport, Snow, Mud, Sand, Grass/Gravel, Rough Road and Auto. The H7 is equipped with 19-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, keyless entry, a multifunction steering wheel, ambient lighting, a 50W wireless charger, a 10-speaker stereo, a panoramic sunroof, and electric front seats with heating and ventilation. Interior features include a 15.6-inch infotainment screen, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, and a 9-inch head-up display with voice commands.
The SUV also has an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS). This package includes adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, rear cross-traffic alert, parking sensors, and a 540-degree camera system that can be used to see beneath the bonnet when off-roading.
Cost of Ownership
Each purchase comes with a 7-year/200,000km warranty, a 7-year/75,000km service plan, and 7-year/unlimited-kilometre roadside assistance. Hybrid models include an additional 8-year/150,000km battery warranty. Buyers on a 60-month finance plan face monthly payments starting at R12,091 for the base model and rising to R17,279 for the top PHEV.
Financial advisors suggest capping vehicle payments at 20% of monthly gross income. Without a down payment, a household would need to earn between R60,455 and R86,395 monthly. A 50% deposit, ranging from R277,450 to R397,450, reduces monthly payments to R6,093 or R8,687, making the vehicle affordable for those earning between R30,465 and R43,435 per month, provided the deposit is saved.
These figures do not account for insurance, fuel, and maintenance costs, which must also be budgeted for. You have read 1 out of 5 free articles. Haval is a brand under GWM Motor.
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