The 2022 Haval H6 is no stranger to some of us in Malaysia. After all, we’ve gotten up close and personal with the C-segment SUV slightly over a year ago. After that, it was radio silence from GWM Malaysia.

Fast forward to June 2022 and it seems that work is currently underway for the local debut of the 2022 Haval H6, as the SUV has been spotted roaming the streets, courtest of Junhairi Alyasa’s Facebook post here.

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Despite the heavy camouflage, it is quite clear that this is the Haval H6, as evident from its recognizable tail lights and rear reflectors. The lower part of the rear bumper is identical to the H6 too.

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Furthermore, the P1249A trade plate worn by this SUV was also seen on an Ora Good Cat, further cementing the notion that the SUV is registered under GWM Malaysia.

It remains to be seen what powertrain will the Malaysian-spec 2022 Haval H6 get. Depending on the market, the Haval H6 is powered by either a turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine (169 PS, 280 Nm) or a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder (204 PS, 320 Nm).

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Meanwhile, the Thai market Haval H6 Hybrid get a sole powertrain option: a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine that is mated to an electric motor, allowing for an overall system output of 243 PS and 530 Nm.

Watch this space for more updates.

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