Haval H9

Stepping into the Haval H9 makes you feel in the lap of luxury, and it exceeds any Haval SUV available in KSA right now. It feels a lot premium with high-quality materials and nice soft touches to all the key areas.

Design

• The cabin comes across as contemporary and uncluttered with subtle design and airy layout.
• The use of wood and aluminium trims on the dashboard and centre console gives it a truly luxurious feel
• The whole layout of the cockpit is impressive, a feel like true cockpit with all the contemporary design elements with mix of touch and old-school buttons and knobs 
• Also, the large touch screen, digital instrument cluster, and elegant leather steering wheel look cool 
• The LED ambient lighting creates a beautiful and opulent atmosphere for your long drives.

Driving Position

• You sit quite high in the driver seat, and get a good amount of head, shoulder, and knee room, which means you won’t get easily fatigued.
• The electrically adjustable seat includes memory and lumbar support for extra comfort. 
• The Standard tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel with intuitive controls allows easy adjustments.
• The windows seem to be quite large, which means you can see everything quite clearly while cruising or parking. 
• The high ground clearance and a strong chassis provide confidence on highways and off-road trails.

Passenger Comfort

• The 7-seater layout of the SUV means there is plenty of space for every row with generous leg, headroom, and good thigh support.
• In the second-row seats, you can choose either captain’s chairs or a bench, and are offered with features like heated options and tri-zone climate control.
• For ease of use and convenience, there are multiple USB-C and USB ports.
• There are ISOFIX child seat anchors and adjustable head restraints for extra safety.
• There is a foldable centre armrest with a couple of cup holders for convenience as well. 
• Rear air vents and air conditioning control, and a relatively flat floor.

Storage

• The Haval H9 cabin has many spaces for your stuff, inclusive of a cooled centre console that keeps drinks 
• Decent-sized door pockets and a large enough glove box help in storing everyday items.
• Multiple cup holders for passengers throughout the cabin.
• Seatback pockets allow you to keep tablets, documents, or magazines etc. 
• The boot offers a 747-litre capacity, perfect for everyday stuff and also luggage during family road trips.
• Power-folding rear seats expand cargo space for larger or bulky items.

Boot Space

• The Haval H9 offers 747-litre boot, which may sound small, but that is when all three rows are in use. 
• Folding the second and third rows expands total cargo space up to approximately 1,598 litres.
• That means there is the flexibility, if you’re going for a short trip or maybe a longer one, carrying luggage won’t be an issue. 
• The power-folding rear seats are easy to operate and can be used as per the needs.
• The trunk door opens outside, and the lower height makes it a simple task to load and unload luggage.
• The smart trunk release function lets you use it hands-free, which is super cool when you're carrying heavy loads.
• We find the overall boot space practical and well-designed, catering to both urban and off-road lifestyles.

Looking at the comprehensive safety features, this H9 inspires confidence in protecting your family.

Standard Safety Features

• Airbags for driver, passenger, side and curtain
• Anti-Lock Braking System with Electronic Brake-force Distribution 
• Central locking with engine immobiliser
• Tyre pressure monitoring system
• Rear seat belts with height-adjustable front seat belts
• Day and night rearview mirror

Advanced Safety Features

• 540-degree camera system for enhanced visibility

• Lane-keeping assist and lane departure warning

• Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert

• Automatic Emergency Braking and collision avoidance system

• Adaptive cruise control and traffic jam assist
• Brake assist and Electronic Stability Program

• Front and rear parking sensors

The H9’s high-strength steel body and comprehensive safety suite provide great security.

The Haval H9 attracts attention as it has a muscular and rugged design, which makes it quite suitable for off-road adventures and also for urban driving. It has 4,950 mm in length, 1,976 mm in width, and 1,930 mm in height, which makes it quite big, really, once you see it in real close.

• Looking at the car from the front, the bold chrome grille with vertical slats attracts attention for its confidence and modernity.

• The auto-adjustable LED headlights include stylish daytime running lights, giving the H9 a distinctive appearance.

• The sculpted front bumper with fog lights is lovely, giving a sporty appeal and with better visibility in poor conditions.

• The Side profile is clean and muscular, especially the flowing body line.

• Electrically adjustable side mirrors are nicely combined with turn signals

• Rear design includes vertical 3D-tech LED tail lights, which make it look special

Ride and Handling

• Our experience driving the H9 turned out to be exciting simply because of what the SUV has to offer. A quiet cabin, equally capable powertrain and a lot of features that you can use daily. 

• We found the H9 has a big surprise for you in terms of how it drives. We found it to be extremely comfortable and composed, giving you a cosy feeling and effectively absorbing all the bumps that you encountered across city roads, and since it has got off-road elements, you don’t feel anything on unpaved or rough roads. 
• Since this is a body-on-frame chassis consolidated with a multi-link rear suspension that blends a nice balance between off-road durability and on-road comfort.
• Next comes the steering, which frankly is quite light and supports well at low speeds. You’ll find it easy to park and navigate through some congested lanes or traffic; however, at times, there was some unconnected feeling and lack of accurate control at higher speeds, but certainly not a deal breaker.
• Now, if you want to take the SUV for a spin, then keep in mind, it manages body roll just fine, gives an impression of touring over speed and aggressive cornering.  But there were some instances where we felt a little bouncy ride and spongy brakes, but you quickly get to it.
• The suspension looks well-tuned and refined, so no big deal in the overall quality of the ride.
• All of this to say that the 2.0L turbocharged petrol engine under the hood paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission is a good mixture that enhances your overall driving pleasure, and gives you confidence in this SUV.

• Now, I must say,  the H9 is a pure off-roader, and that is visible the moment you look at it, the body style and rugged built quality. In terms of driving, it impressed us, with full-time 4WD, low-range transfer case, locking differentials, and advanced traction control, all of which boost its credentials as to fun-to-drive, adventurous SUV, and we truly experienced it in desert and mountain driving conditions

A full-size SUV, the H9 is offered with all the bells and whistles that one would expect in this segment.

• Infotainment: A 14.6-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB, and AUX ports promises superior connectivity. A digital instrument cluster that is clear and attractive provides easy information for the driver.
• Audio: A 10-speaker sound system with a subwoofer for excellent music and entertainment, which amplifies the overall in-cabin experience.

• Convenience: Features including Keyless entry, a smart entry system, wireless charging, and a panoramic sunroof increase overall ease and convenience. 
• Drive Modes: Driving modes are Auto, Eco, Sport, Sand, Snow, Mud,4, get off-road settings, paired with a torque-on-demand 4WD system and front/rear differential locks, promise overall ease of driving.

• Comfort: the Nappa leather seats with heating and ventilation, a tri-zone climate control system for extra comfort.

The 2025 Haval H9 is available in two variants in Saudi Arabia: MID and High share a common powertrain comprising a 2.0-litre turbo engine.

H9 MID

The MID is a base variant that starts at SAR 124,900 and offers a great choice to enter the three-row strong off-road SUV segment. If you wish to buy a bigger car for your family but hesitate to spend a lot of money, then this variant is for you. While this is a base variant, it is packed with a lot in terms of features, including Nappa leather seats, an 8-inch touchscreen, a 10-speaker sound system, and a comprehensive safety suite, which means you hardly miss much but save nearly SAR 15 K.

H9 High

The high-end High variant comes at a starting price of SAR 139,900, and with the additional money, Haval is offering you everything to make your experience exclusive. The features offered are adaptive cruise control, heated and ventilated seats and a panoramic sunroof. This is ideal for buyers who prefer a fully-loaded SUV, and don’t wish to miss out on top features, comfort and other goodies, and are willing to pay the premium. Then you’re in a great treat with all the tech, convenience and exclusive ownership experience..

Sayarabay Recommends: Since there are two variants on offer, both of them sharing the same powertrain, that makes it an easy choice. You essentially just have to look at your budget and preference for features and technologies. The base variants start at SAR 124K, and still make an excellent pickup for budget-conscious buyers, who get to own a 7-seater SUV. But for those buyers who can spend that extra money, they will get a fully-loaded SUV with all the extra features that make their experience quite exciting. However, in terms of driving experience and handling, both of them are similar since nothing really changes. Overall, the H9 is worth considering if you are fine with a Chinese brand.

The Haval H9 comes across as a complete off-roader with a compelling value pack, promising luxury, great off-road abilities, and the latest advanced technology, all of this at a very attractive price. This three-row SUV generates quite an interest with its spacious, well-laid-out cabin with quality materials, seamless infotainment system, and several enticing features to take care of comfort like leather seats and a panoramic sunroof. On the performance, we also find the 2.0-litre turbocharged engine exciting with ease of handling and some serious off-roading abilities with a 4WD system, which takes on KSA’s diverse terrains effortlessly. We also felt that some hard plastics, nonetheless, the H9 still comes out as a strong SUV, which would be a perfect pick for large families who prefer space for luggage and people, along with performance, too.

Other Cars to Consider

• Toyota Land Cruiser Prado: A direct rival, which is pricey but legendary for its rugged build quality, reliable performance, and safety
• Nissan Patrol: A rugged, strong and capable SUV with a plush interior and spacious cabin is popular among buyers in KSA.
• MG RX9 2025 4WD: A hybrid but powerful SUV with a lot of tech, luxurious cabin and stylish exterior.
• Baic BJ80 2025: If you prefer a Chinese brand, then this rugged, military-style SUV is a great pick
• Toyota Fortuner 4X4: Another iconic pickup in the segment, the Fortuner is well-known among off-road buyers with a solid reputation in the market.