GWM has confirmed Australian pricing and specifications for the new-generation Haval H7, with the boxy mid-size SUV now available through local dealerships. The four-variant range combines hybrid or plug-in hybrid power with standard Hi4 all-wheel drive, and opens at an introductory $45,990 drive-away.
The H7 gives Australian family-SUV buyers another electrified alternative to the Toyota RAV4, Nissan X-Trail, Subaru Forester and Mitsubishi Outlander. Its value proposition is especially aggressive: even the 320kW plug-in hybrid starts below $50,000 drive-away in Lux specification.
PRICE AND RANGE
The Haval H7 is offered in Lux and Vanta trim levels with either a conventional hybrid or a plug-in hybrid. GWM says the $1,000 introductory discount on both Lux variants is available until 30 November 2026, although offers can change or end early.
2027 GWM Haval H7 Lux Hybrid AWD — $45,990 drive-away introductory price; $46,990 after the offer
2027 GWM Haval H7 Vanta Hybrid AWD — $49,990 drive-away
2027 GWM Haval H7 Lux PHEV AWD — $49,990 drive-away introductory price; $50,990 after the offer
2027 GWM Haval H7 Vanta PHEV AWD — $53,990 drive-away
Drive-away prices can vary with location and buyer circumstances, so customers should confirm a final quote with a participating GWM dealer.
HYBRID AND PHEV PERFORMANCE
The self-charging hybrid combines a turbocharged 1.5-litre petrol engine with electric assistance and produces up to 182kW. It does not need to be plugged in, making it the simpler choice for drivers without reliable home charging.
The PHEV is the performance leader. Its combined output reaches 320kW and 670Nm, while GWM claims a 0–100km/h time of 4.9 seconds. A 33.7kWh lithium iron phosphate battery provides up to 137km of electric driving range on the WLTP test cycle. The claimed combined petrol-and-electric range is up to 844km.
Those laboratory figures will vary with speed, weather, driving style, load and charging habits, but the battery is large enough to make electric-only weekday driving realistic for many owners.
WHAT EQUIPMENT IS INCLUDED?
Standard Lux equipment includes 19-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, a 15.6-inch infotainment touchscreen, a 12.3-inch digital instrument display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless phone charging and a surround-view camera.
The safety package includes seven airbags, autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assistance, rear cross-traffic alert with braking and driver-fatigue monitoring.
Moving to the Vanta adds gloss-black exterior details, rear privacy glass, heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, head-up display, ambient cabin lighting and a 10-speaker sound system.
HOW DOES IT COMPARE WITH THE PREVIOUS H7?
The outgoing H7 arrived in Australia in 2025 as a single front-wheel-drive Vanta Hybrid. The replacement is broader and more capable, adding four variants, all-wheel drive across the range and a plug-in hybrid option.
Its upright shape also separates it visually from the more road-focused Haval H6. Buyers should nevertheless treat the styling and AWD system as signs of extra versatility rather than assume it is a heavy-duty off-roader. Towing limits, tyre choice, ground clearance and the intended terrain remain important.
IS THE NEW HAVAL H7 WORTH CONSIDERING?
On paper, the H7 offers a compelling mix of price, equipment and electrified performance. The Lux Hybrid is the value-focused choice, while the Lux PHEV delivers the same headline power and electric range as the flagship for less money.
The Vanta variants make more sense for buyers who value comfort features such as ventilated seats, a head-up display and upgraded audio. Before ordering, compare insurance, servicing, charging access, real-world fuel use and resale expectations as well as the purchase price.
The new GWM Haval H7 is available now from Australian GWM dealerships. The strongest buying case is its breadth: customers can choose a hybrid that never needs plugging in or a long-range PHEV, without giving up all-wheel drive.
