Great Wall motors showcases the Haval F5 at the 2020 Auto Expo

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Haval F5 shares the same platform with the Haval F6

• Great Wall Motors powers this SUV with a 1.5 litre turbocharged petrol unit

• It could be launched around Rs 13-15 lakh price range

Overview

At the 2020 Auto Expo, Great Wall Motors has showcased the Haval which is one of their automotive brands. With this, the Haval F5 was showcased which is a mid size SUV with all added modern technology and updated features. The F5 is the first model from the F series lineup to roll out from Haval’s stable. 

Exterior Design

In terms of design and aesthetics, the Haval F5 does look a bit sober and it does look very much similar to the F7 from its stable. Although the Haval F5 is a 4.4 meter mid-size SUV it is indeed longer than the Hyundai Creta and the Kia Seltos, but it's shorter than the MG Hector. The front fascia showcases a large grille giving the mid size SUV a macho look and it also gets narrow automatic headlamps with LED DRL’s adding a bit of aggression to the overall design. In addition to this, the Haval f5 features large faux air dams, a raised shoulder line with a bit of rond design at the rear. 

Interior and Features

The Haval F5 showcased at the 2020 Auto Expo featured various updated modern features and advanced technology. The main attraction here is the infotainment unit which has been updated with alot of advanced features and it gets a 9 inch LCD touchscreen. In addition to this, the cabin features a 12.3 inch fully digital instrument cluster, the steering wheel is wrapped in leather to give you the premium feel and it also features a panoramic sunroof to top it off. For utmost comfort, the F5 is loaded with cruise control for those long highway runs, weight way electrically adjustable driver seat and dual zone climate control. 

Safety Features

In terms of standard safety features, Haval has got in front dual airbags, rear parking sensors, speed alert system, ABS with EBD, ISOFIX child seat mounts and seat belt reminder system for both the front passenger and driver. As we move above in the variants, the Haval F5 also features various safety assistance features such as a 360-degree camera, six airbags, lane departure warning system and lane-keeping assistance.

Powertrain

Haval powers the F5 mid size SUV only with a BS6 compliant petrol engine. Under the hood of this mid size SUV is a 1.5 litre turbocharged petrol engine which generates 168 bhp of power and 285 Nm of twist. This turbo petrol mill is coupled with a 7-speed dual clutch automatic gearbox. If the great Wall Motors launches the Haval F5 in the Indian market, we at MyNewCar are expecting that a 6-speed manual transmission could also be brought in as standard.

Conclusion

If Great Wall Motors launches the Haval F5 on the Indian soil, it will compete head on with the Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, Tata Harrier, Renault Captur. In terms of pricing we are expecting that the Haval F5 could be priced between Rs 13 lakh to Rs 15 lakh Ex-Showroom, India. Till then stay tuned to MyNewCar to know more about the Haval F5 and Great Wall Motors. Please do let us know your insights about this mid size SUV in the comments section below.