What are the differences between Haval H3 and H5?
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Haval H3 and H5 have the following differences: 1. The Haval H3 is a segmented model newly developed to meet different customer needs. It inherits the high safety standards of the Haval series, featuring a non-load-bearing body and achieving a 4-star rating in the European Euro-NCAP crash test. Additionally, standard dual airbags, high-version ABS+EBD, four-wheel disc brakes, child locks, and child seat fixing devices greatly ensure passenger safety. 2. The Haval H5 is equipped with a Mitsubishi 4G69 gasoline engine, delivering the strongest power in its class. The new Haval H5 European version has also undergone comprehensive upgrades in interior configurations, including air vent adjustment wheel rubber coating, new combination switches, new keys, chrome-plated decorative rings around the gear lever cover for MT models, and new footrests for AT models—eight interior upgrades in total, making it more aesthetically pleasing and high-end.
I drove a Haval H3 for eight years and switched to an H5 last year. The biggest difference I noticed is the significant change in exterior design. The H3 was boxy like a brick, while the H5 has much smoother curves, especially the eagle-eye-like headlights on the front. The interior is also a world of difference—the H3 had a strong plastic feel, whereas the H5 has much softer seats and even comes with electric adjustment. The power difference is even more noticeable. My old H3 always needed a running start for uphill climbs, but the new H5 can leisurely ascend in four-wheel-drive mode. The rear space is about the same, but the H5’s rear doors open wider, making it much easier to load a stroller. In terms of fuel consumption, the diesel version of the H5 saves over 1 liter per 100 kilometers compared to my old H3, which adds up to significant savings in the long run. That said, the H5’s longer body means it takes a couple more turns of the wheel for parallel parking, so new drivers might need a few days to adjust.
