For the past couple of months, we’ve seen
an array of scoop images and teasers of a new SUV from Haval, which was
originally widely believed to be the successor to the Chinese brand’s local
market H5. However, according to the latest official teasers, that won’t be the
case as Haval itself communicated that it won’t be a replacement for the H5.
While we don’t know what it will be named yet, a report from China’s Auto 163
says that the SUV will be independent of Haval’s H and F series models.
Whatever name it carries, it will have an
all-new boxy look that’s more akin to the forthcoming Ford Bronco than other
Haval SUVs The vehicle will allegedly be based around the company’s new vehicle
platform known internally as ‘B06’. Details about the SUV’s powertrain are
unclear, but in these teasers, we can see the front will sport a large grille
complemented by circular headlights and daytime running lights.
The front end
also appears quite off-road focused and looks to include a bash plate and fog
lights. A side-profile shot is perhaps even more telling and shows the new
Haval SUV has very short front and rear overhangs, inevitably helping both its
approach and departure angles when driven off-road.
A look at the side also reveals a boxy
shape with a high beltline and prominent wheel arches. There also looks to be
quite a lot of ground clearance. As for the rear, it features similar sideways
L-shaped taillights to the Haval Concept H unveiled earlier this year in India.
Inside, the upcoming model from Haval
includes an all-digital instrument cluster, a large central infotainment
display, and a chunky three-spoke steering wheel.
