The new Honda HRV sized (and reported to be priced underneath it) Great Wall Haval H2 SUV has been spotted ahead of its supposed debut at the NST-MAI autoshow 2015 in Mines this weekend. Previously it was the 'M4' now 'H2'. The 'M4' made it sound like a high powered BMW. Now the 'H2' sounds like its a Hummer. I love how some people market their products.
You can see from the picture of it being unloaded and compare its size agains the Haval M4 behind it. It has a nice large chrome grille and body styling that's pretty much up to date (like a Hyundai Santa Fe type of look). Good proportions too. I also like the two tone paintjob of the one in front if the one you see in full.
What powers it? A 1.5liter turbocharged 4 cylinder engine that makes 147hp and 210nm torque. Transmission is a 6 speed conventional automatic pushing the power to the front wheels. It should be ample for powering the front wheel drive H2 which weighs approximately 1495kg. It's not going to beat speed records, but it is adequate to lug families around. Knowing Great Wall Motors Malaysia, equipment levels of this H2 should be ridiculously high.
The Chinese are coming. More variety in the industry with surprisingly decent build quality at an entry level price. A budget Honda HRV? or a budget Hyundai Tucson?
So if you want to view this new car, head over to the NST-MAT Asean Autoshow 2015. It is a four-day Autoshow that will be held from Nov 12 to 15 at the Mines International Exhibition and Convention Centre in Seri Kembangan, Selangor.
The colour is called salted caramel...sweet...salty...woohoo
