GWM teases new Haval second-gen H9 SUV ahead of debut at Chengdu Auto Show
On August 21, Great Wall Motor’s (GWM) Haval brand teased its new second-generation Haval H9 SUV. Given that the new car retains the current model’s exterior and interior designs, it is likely to feature powertrain and intelligent configuration upgrades. The official debut is expected to occur at the upcoming Chengdu Auto Show that will open on August 29 in China.
For reference, the second-generation Haval H9 currently on sale was launched in September last year with a starting price of 199,900 yuan (28,400 USD) and powered by a gasoline engine. Subsequently, the diesel-powered variant was launched in December last year with a starting price of 233,900 yuan (32,200 USD).
The key parameters are:
- AWD
- Body dimensions: 5070(4950)/1960(1976)/1930 mm (l/w/h), with a 2850 mm wheelbase
- Maximum wading depth: 800 mm
- Approach angle: 31°
- Departure angle: 26°/25°
Judging from the teaser images, the exterior of the new model is consistent with the current model, retaining the round headlights and adopting an all-black design, including the front grille, window frames, wheel eyebrows, side skirts, luggage rack, and rims.
The maximum towing capacity remains unchanged at 2.5 tons (2,268 kg).
At this time, the powertrain specifications have not been revealed. For reference, the current gasoline-powered model is equipped with a 2.0T engine with a maximum power of 165 kW (221 hp) and a peak torque of 385 Nm, mated to an 8AT. The diesel-powered model is equipped with a 2.4T engine that outputs 137 kW (184 hp) and 490 Nm, mated to a 9AT.
Inside, the cabin adopts a burgundy theme while the layout also remain the same, featuring a traditional four-spoke steering wheel, a 10.25-inch instrument panel, a 14.6-inch central control screen, rectangular air-conditioning outlets, and a large number of physical buttons for vehicle configuration controls.
In July, 1,125 units of the Haval second-generation H9 were sold, accounting for 4.14% of GWM’s monthly sales, according to Chinese media outlet PCAuto. In the first seven months of 2025, 8,101 units were sold cumulatively.
We’ll continue to watch for more info.
Source: Haval, PCAuto
