- Engine & Performance: Sand-Designed Power
- Suspension & Off-Road: Sand King
- Interior & Comfort: Hotel on Wheels
- Tech & Safety: Modern Shield
- Haval H9 vs Saudi Rivals
- Real Pros & Cons
- Saudi 2026 Trim Prices
- Saudi Road Performance: Real Test
- Direct Competition: H9 vs Land Cruiser/Patrol
- Saudi Buyer Tips 2026
Haval H9 2026 family off-road SUV packs 2.0 turbo 214 hp, 380 Nm, 8-speed auto, permanent 4WD, 224 mm clearance** rivaling Toyota Land Cruiser at SAR 122K-142K price, 10.7 km/L mixed, 7 luxury seats. Perfect desert power/city comfort mix with 360 camera, full ADAS, tri-zone AC, sand/snow/mud modes. 2026 update: +15.8% fuel efficiency, ladder frame, multi-link suspension - ideal Saudi roads choice.
Engine & Performance: Sand-Designed Power
2.0 Turbo I4 Petrol:
Spec | Value | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
Power | 214 hp @5500 rpm | Quick low-end turbo |
Torque | 380 Nm @1800-4000 | Perfect dune climbs |
Transmission | 8-speed ZF auto | Smooth, quick shifts |
Drive | Permanent 4WD | Low/high range |
Top Speed | 200 km/h | Highway capable |
0-100 km/h | 9.5 sec (est) | Strong heavy SUV 2280 kg |
Fuel: 10.7 km/L mixed, 12.4 highway (90L tank = 1000 km range).
Suspension & Off-Road: Sand King
Gulf-Tough Build:
Feature | Details | Saudi Benefit |
|---|---|---|
Frame | Ladder | Shock-proof durability |
Front Suspension | Independent double wishbone | Asphalt comfort |
Rear | Multi-link 5-arm | Stable off-road |
Ground Clearance | 224 mm | Dunes/pits/sand |
Angles | Approach 32°, departure 26° | Steep ascents/descents |
Drive Modes | Sand, snow, mud, rock, eco | Smart auto/manual |
Desert Perf: Excellent Riyadh/Dawadmi dunes.
Interior & Comfort: Hotel on Wheels
Giant dimensions 4856×1926×1900 mm:
Rows: 7 foldable seats, premium leather
AC: Tri-zone auto heat-beater
Screen: 14.6" touch + HUD head-up
Entertainment: Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, 12-channel audio
Cargo: 900 L behind 3rd, 3000 L folded
Comfort: Seat massage/cool/heat, driver memory
Space: Perfect Saudi families Mecca/Madinah trips.
Tech & Safety: Modern Shield
Full Package:
Safety Feature | Description |
|---|---|
360 Camera | High-res, off-road view |
Traffic Jam Assist | Auto stop/go traffic |
Adaptive Cruise | With stop/go |
BSD Blind Spot | Alert + emergency brake |
Lane Keep Assist | Auto path correction |
Airbags | 6+, ABS, EBD, ESP |
Safety Rating: 5-star C-NCAP, SASO perfect.
Haval H9 vs Saudi Rivals
Full Comparison:
Car | Price SAR | HP | Clearance mm | Fuel km/L | Comfort | Off-road |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Haval H9 | 122K-142K | 214 | 224 | 10.7-12.4 | Excellent | Excellent |
Toyota Land Cruiser | 250K+ | 271 | 230 | 9 | Good | Legendary |
Nissan Patrol | 220K | 400 | 273 | 8 | Average | Legendary |
Ford Everest | 180K | 210 | 225 | 11 | Good | Good |
Jeep Grand Cherokee | 200K | 293 | 218 | 10 | Luxury | Excellent |
H9 Wins: Best value/economy.
Real Pros & Cons
Pros:
True off-road rigid ladder frame
High fuel efficiency +15.8% 2026
Family comfort spacious 7 seats
Advanced tech competitive price
Saudi Warranty 6 years/200K km
Cons:
Large size tough crowded cities
Engine noise high speeds
Parts slightly pricier than Japanese
Resale lower vs Toyota
Saudi 2026 Trim Prices
Updated Table:
Trim | Price SAR | Key Add-ons |
|---|---|---|
Premium (Mid) | 122K-129K | Basic ADAS, 360 cam, leather |
Ultra (Top) | 137K-142K | Seat massage, HUD, premium audio, tri-AC |
UAE Equiv: AED 124K-139K. 90L tank = 1000 km range.
Saudi Road Performance: Real Test
City/Highway/Desert:
City (Riyadh): Smooth, quiet, AC beats 45°C
Highway (Riyadh-Jeddah): Stable 180 km/h, sand winds
Desert (Dawadmi): Sand mode ace, climb angles
Family Trips: Comfy 1000 km
Real MPG: 11 km/L Saudi roads mixed.
Direct Competition: H9 vs Land Cruiser/Patrol
Key Differences:
Feature | Haval H9 | Land Cruiser | Patrol |
|---|---|---|---|
Price | 122K | 250K+ | 220K |
HP | 214 | 271 | 400 |
Fuel | 10.7 km/L | 9 km/L | 8 km/L |
Comfort | Best | Good | Average |
Off-road | Excellent | Legendary | Legendary |
Tech | Full ADAS | Basic | Medium |
Saudi Winner: H9 value/economy.
Saudi Buyer Tips 2026
Smart Plan:
Real Desert Test: Dunes/pits pre-purchase
Warranty Check: 6 years/200K km avail
Maintenance Compare: GCC parts, reasonable costs
Alternatives: Ford Everest cheaper, Jeep luxury
Wait For: 2027 hybrid bigger savings
Dealers: Al Jabr/Haval Jeddah, Riyadh, Dammam
Haval H9 2026 = perfect Saudi family off-roader unbeatable price.
