Australia's newest automotive brand will launch with three premium SUVs – the H2, H8 and H9.
"We are very excited to be launching our range of premium SUVs into Australia," said HAVAL Motors Australia Managing Director Parker Shi.
"Australia is a country where SUVs sales have doubled in the past five years. We are confident our combination of quality product and outstanding value for money will prove popular with Australian customers," Shi said.
HAVAL H2
The range begins with the stylish HAVAL H2. An urban SUV, the H2 can be customised with an assortment of two-tone paint and two-tone interior finishes.
A sales star in its home country, the HAVAL H2 boasts European styling that is fashionable, sporty and highly appealing.
The H2 features a large, U-shape grille that instantly identifies it as a member of the HAVAL premium SUV family.
The phoenix-shaped headlamp includes 15 LED crystals – 10 for daytime running lights and five for the high visibility turn signal.
The blade-type dual waistlines accentuate the flowing lines of the smallest member of the HAVAL line-up and deliver a streamlined side profile.
A variety of interior choices – including three two-tone options – are available in cloth or Comfort-Tek premium eco-leather.
The long list of standard creature comforts include keyless entry and start, cruise control, Bluetooth with audio streaming, reversing camera with rear parking sensors and an eight inch touch screen.
Under the bonnet rests a turbocharged 1.5-litre petrol engine with dual VVT producing 110 kW of power and 210 Nm of torque, matched to a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission.
Standard safety features include six airbags, ESP, active headrests and a tyre pressure monitoring system.
HAVAL H8
The H8 is HAVAL's premium large urban SUV. With its elegant lines, turbocharged performance and high levels of interior comfort and outstanding refinement levels, the H8 is destined to become a favourite with Australian families.
Boasting a sophisticated dual wishbone independent front suspension and multi-link independent rear suspension, the H8 delivers a smooth, comfortable ride on all surfaces.
The 2.0-litre direct injection turbocharged engine drives the rear wheels by default through a six-speed ZF automatic transmission, while a Borg-Warner transfer case automatically detects wheel slip and can direct the drive to the front wheels in a 50:50 split.
Standard features include seats covered in the finest Australian leather, sunroof, alloy wheels, Xenon headlamps, satellite navigation, three-zone air conditioning and parking sensors front and rear.
Safety features include six airbags, ESP, Hill Descent Control, driver condition monitoring and reversing camera.
Optional features on the range-topping LUX model include heated, ventilated and massaging seats, adaptive front headlamps and an electronic tailgate.
HAVAL H9
The H9 tops out the HAVAL range. With its tough construction, seven seats, rugged ladder frame chassis and dual range powertrain the H9 is perfect for off-road adventure-loving families.
The H9 uses the same 2.0-litre turbocharged engine found in the H8, which produces 160 kW and 324 Nm. In addition to the ZF six-speed transmission, the H9 comes complete with a dual range transfer case.
The LUX model boasts an electronic all terrain control system, with a Borg Warner torque on demand intelligent 4WD system, including a 4L mode for maximum traction.
The H9 also comes with AFS smart lighting, which automatically curves around corners and adjusts the Xenon headlamps up and down when ascending or descending.
With 1457 litres of carrying capacity and seven seats, the H9 will set a new standard for premium family SUVs in Australia.