GWM Haval H6 vs Lexus UX250H
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GWM Haval H6

$34,490 - $49,490

2026 price

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Lexus UX250H

$45,895 - $57,881

2023 price

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Summary

2026 GWM Haval H6

2023 Lexus UX250H

By Jack Quick

By Byron Mathioudakis

Safety Rating

Engine Type

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Inline 4, 2.0L

Fuel Type

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Unleaded Petrol/Electric

Fuel Efficiency

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4.5L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Still very affordable
Even more standard kit
Better storage spaces

Noticeably improved ride and refinement
High-quality interior presentation
Strong performance combined with good economy

Dislikes

Reliance on touchscreen
Wallowy ride
Disappointing rear visibility

Tight rear-seat and luggage space
Poor side/rear vision
Grabby brakes

2026 GWM Haval H6 Summary

GWM’s Haval H6 has been a solid budget-oriented mid-size family SUV for years now, but now it might be a better package than ever.

This current model has just received a mid-life update that brings new looks inside and out, new powertrain options, as well as a revised trim level structure.

Competition in the mid-size SUV segment is hotter than ever with fierce rivals like the Toyota RAV4, Kia Sportage and Hyundai Tucson.

Is the updated GWM Haval H6 worth considering? Read on to find out.

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2023 Lexus UX250H Summary

Most cars get secretly cheapened as they travel through their model lifecycles.

Yes, while facelifts often usher in headline advances like updated electronics and more equipment to boost attention, in too many cases, engineers are forced to cut costs, especially where they cannot be very easily detected, such as with removed sound-deadening, inferior carpet quality and deleted minor items, like bonnet struts. Hello, latest Ford Ranger!

Every cent saved is extra profit made.

Now, we cannot tell at what level – if any – the penny-pinchers pilfered the Lexus UX for its Series II update last year, but the completely unexpected result is a small SUV/crossover that feels and drives noticeably better than before.

Keep reading to find out how and why.

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Deep dive comparison

2026 GWM Haval H6 2023 Lexus UX250H

Verdict

The GWM Haval H6 has always been a value buy as a mid-size family SUV and although it previously wouldn’t have been at the top of my shopping list, this mid-life update has changed my mind.

It’s now more stylish inside and out, has more ergonomic storage and most importantly remains a cut-price offering.

Things aren’t perfect, as you still need to rely on the touchscreen for many key features and the suspension tune isn’t quite right.

Verdict

Most cars get worse as they age as their makers try and save pennies by scrimping on quality and features. But the reverse seems to be true for the Lexus UX.

The 250h Luxury 2WD we tested is the car that the brand should have launched with back in 2018, with an appealing balance of performance and economy, comfort and sporty handling, as well as refinement and features. The UX has finally come of age.

GWM Haval H6 vs Lexus UX250H What's the difference?

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GWM Haval H6 vs Lexus UX250H
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