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Haval M6 I (2017–present): specs

Haval M6 I (2017–present) photo
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The Haval M6 I is a crossover SUV in production since 2017.

Engines: 1.5 Turbo (GW4G15B), 150 hp. Transmission: dual-clutch (DCT); front-wheel drive. Length 4,649 mm, wheelbase 2,680 mm.

Facelift: 2021. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia; assembled in Kazakhstan.

Specifications

Production years2017–present
Bodycrossover SUV
Engine1.5 Turbo
Engine codeGW4G15B
Displacement1.5 L
Fuelpetrol
Power150 hp
Torque210 Nm
Transmissiondual-clutch (DCT), 7-speed
Gearbox model7DCT GWM / 6MT
Drivefront-wheel drive
Length4,649 mm
Width1,834 mm
Wheelbase2,680 mm

Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan

EngineUnder 10 years
1.5 Turbo≈ 8,650 ₸

Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →

Manual also available

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Local assembly: Kazakhstan
  • Currently in production — can be bought new

Cons

  • GWM / Haval (1.5T, 2.0T) engine: complaints of fuel dilution of oil in winter and software issues
  • 6/7DCT dual-clutch gearbox (Chery, Haval, Geely, Changan): jerks and hesitation when pulling away
  • Front-wheel drive only

Common problems and what to check

Engine: GWM / Haval (1.5T, 2.0T)

  • data limited; complaints about fuel dilution of oil in winter and software behavior

What to check when buying: oil level; firmware updates at the dealer.

Tip: Change oil more often than scheduled in city use.

Gearbox: 6/7DCT robotized gearbox (Chery, Haval, Geely, Changan)

  • jerks and delay when pulling away
  • overheating in traffic on some units

What to check when buying: smoothness when pulling away and maneuvering; software updates at the dealer.

Tip: Change the oil every 60k km.

Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.

Tyre and wheel sizes

Factory sizes: tyres 225/65R17; bolt pattern 5x114.3. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →

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FAQ

What engine does the Haval M6 I have?

1.5 Turbo, code GW4G15B, 150 hp, 210 Nm.

What transmission does it have?

dual-clutch (DCT) (7DCT GWM / 6MT).

How much is the vehicle tax on the Haval M6 I in Kazakhstan?

For 2026, about 8,650 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.

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