Haval H9 beats Toyota SW4 in May; check the sales numbers

The Haval H9 surpassed sales of the Toyota SW4 for the second time this year. According to May's registration numbers, H9 registered 1,220 cars, while SW4 had 1,187 registrations.

Despite the result of 33 more cars for the Chinese SUV, the SW4 is still the leader, to date, in the annual sales count. The Toyota SW4 has 5,661 registered cars, compared to 4,866 for the Haval H9.

The two seven-seater SUVs are in a great rivalry in the segment. The SW4 customer is more traditional and loyal to the Japanese brand.

Recently, the Haval H9 got an update and became a little more expensive in the 2027 line. The Haval H9 now features a front grille with a matte black finish. The update aims to increase the SUV's competitiveness against its competitors, mainly against the SW4.

GWM Haval H9 2027 - GWM/Disclosure
Mechanically, there has been no update yet and the engine continues with the 2.4L turbodiesel with 184 hp and 48.9 kgfm of torque. The transmission is a nine-speed automatic.

In terms of power, the SW4 is superior: 204 hp of power and 50.9 kgfm of torque. Inside, GWM brings more technologies and a premium finish to the Haval H9 cabin. The instrument panel is 10.25 inches and the central screen measures 14.6". Pairing for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay is done wirelessly.

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Source: CNN