Why are there few buyers for the Haval M6?

[EstherDella]

The main reasons are poor power performance and high fuel consumption. The specific reasons are as follows: Poor power performance: The Haval M6 inherited the "tradition" of the first-generation H6, with extremely weak power output. The 1.5T engine equipped in the Haval M6 delivers a maximum horsepower of 150 hp and a maximum torque of 210 N·m, which is equivalent to an ordinary 1.4T engine by today's standards. With such unimpressive power figures, the vehicle's weight further compounds the issue, tipping the scales at 1.6 tons, resulting in a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 13.5 seconds. High fuel consumption: The 1.5T engine consumes around 11L of fuel per 100 km in urban driving conditions, and the average fuel consumption reported by various owners is close to 10L, making its fuel efficiency uncompetitive among vehicles in the same class.

[DiCassidy]

I recently accompanied a friend to look at cars and realized there are reasons why the Haval M6 sells poorly. As a rebadged version of the old H6, its chassis and engine technology are outdated by seven or eight years. Nowadays, young car buyers prioritize smart features, but this model doesn’t even have a decent central control screen, let alone newer tech like L2 driving assistance. In the same price range, the Changan CS55 and Geely Binyue offer much stronger technological appeal. As for the exterior, its boxy design is too conservative—owners of the new H6 on the street might mistake the M6 for an old inventory model. Plus, with hybrids dominating the market, this purely gasoline-powered car’s high fuel consumption further explains the lack of interest.

[DiNicole]

From the car owners we've encountered at our repair shop, there really aren't many who bought the Haval M6. This car has a particularly awkward positioning - if you want affordability, there are plenty of cheaper domestic SUVs available; if you want quality, its three major components are all from old platforms. I remember one customer last year regretted his purchase just three months after buying it, complaining to me about loud clunking noises when going over speed bumps and poor noise insulation at highway speeds. Today's consumers are very savvy - they'd rather spend an extra ten thousand yuan to buy the third-generation H6, which at least has an independent rear suspension. The manufacturer doesn't seem to care much about this model either - you can see all their marketing efforts are focused on newer models like the Chitu and Shenshou. Honestly, this car now feels like an invisible man, lost in Haval's own product lineup with no sense of presence.

[LeJesse]

After reviewing several automotive industry reports, the sluggish sales of the Haval M6 can be attributed to a misalignment with its target demographic. The vehicle's configuration emphasizes practicality, yet the family users who genuinely need an affordable commuter car are now turning their attention to new energy vehicles. In the same price range, the BYD Yuan PRO offers the advantage of green license plates and tax exemptions, while the Wuling Xingchen Hybrid boasts a fuel consumption of just 4.6L. In comparison, the M6's 1.5T + 7DCT powertrain is both fuel-inefficient and ineligible for subsidies. Younger consumers find its interior outdated, while middle-aged buyers feel it lacks prestige. Additionally, its resale value has plummeted, with a three-year-old model retaining only 40% of its original value. A quick scan of my residential underground parking lot revealed just one lonely Haval M6 among hundreds of cars—understandable why no one's buying it in the current market.