Haval H9 Wins 'Red Sandalwood Award' for Mid-to-Large SUV No.1 for Fourth Consecutive Year

On October 25, at the '58 Auto × J.D. POWER | Jundi 2022 Red Sandalwood Award - China Automobile Value Retention Rate Rankings' ceremony, the Haval H9 claimed the 'No.1 Chinese Brand Mid-to-Large SUV' title for its three-year value retention rate, marking its fourth straight year at the top, while also ranking second in the all-brand mid-to-large SUV list. Earlier, the Haval H9 had already broken into the top ten among all-brand mid-to-large SUVs, standing up for domestic brands against a host of joint-venture luxury rivals in the fiercely competitive segment. This award is a strong market endorsement of the Haval H9 and sets another milestone in the quality journey of homegrown off-road vehicles.

As a key measure of a vehicle's overall strength, value retention rate is perhaps the clearest reflection of a manufacturer's brand power, reputation, and service capabilities, and an important part of a car's cost-effectiveness. Factors affecting a model's value retention often include market presence, product quality, and market recognition. The Haval H9's recognition by authoritative bodies and its top ranking come exactly from excelling in these areas.

Four consecutive wins, authoritative endorsement, and volume advantages. The Red Sandalwood Award 'China Automobile Value Retention Rate Rankings' is co-released by 58 Auto and J.D. Power | Jundi, now in its fourth year. Backed by leading lifestyle platform 58.com and the globally respected data analytics and consumer insights firm J.D. Power, these two independent, fair, and reliable authorities jointly issue the three-year value retention rankings. With years of experience, they offer significant reference value for the industry and consumers. The Haval H9's four-peat in this rigorous award selection is naturally supported by strong volume data. Over a year ago, the 100,000th Haval H9 rolled off the line at Great Wall Motors' Baoding Xushui plant, with cumulative sales surpassing 100,000, a 'volume-level' leap that made it the first Chinese brand to break 100,000 units in the high-end mid-to-large hardcore SUV segment. This achievement became a powerful driver for consumer confidence.

The product speaks: king of Chinese hardcore off-road vehicles. Winning this award also rests on the Haval H9's formidable product strength. This intelligent, hardcore all-terrain SUV combines off-road performance with the practicality and comfort of an urban SUV. Navigating the city, it delivers a stable and secure driving experience; venturing off-road, it fully demonstrates the poise and absolute confidence of a Chinese premium hardcore off-road flagship. In terms of off-road performance, the 2.0T+8AT powertrain, with a rated output of 165 kW and a maximum torque of 385 N·m, provides strong power and agile, comfortable handling while balancing power and fuel efficiency. The intelligent electronic four-wheel drive and all-terrain control system—offering AUTO, Sport, Snow, Sand, Mud, 4L, and Eco modes—give the Haval H9 exceptional passing ability over complex terrain like plateaus, mountains, muddy ravines, and gravel roads. Low-speed off-road cruise, tank turn, and front/rear electronic differential locks plus a center multi-plate clutch differential provide off-road enthusiasts with the confidence to roam freely and get out of tight spots with ease. Beyond its robust off-road core, the Haval H9 also meets consumers' desires for comfort, intelligence, and technology. Its luxurious, comfortable cabin rivals that of million-yuan mid-to-large SUVs; with a length over five meters (carrier type) and a 2800mm wheelbase, it easily carries a family. The five-seat layout, redesigned surfaces, heated/ventilated seats, and aviation-style headrests enhance rear comfort and space efficiency. The driver's seat welcome function and ultra-quiet NVH ensure a calm driving environment for everyday city driving, better conversations, and music enjoyment. The intelligent Tencent TAI 3.0 ecosystem provides a full range of infotainment. The Haval H9's all-around standout performance is ample justification for its repeated Red Sandalwood Award wins.

Market recognition and the Chinese off-road culture symbol add depth. Further forged by the market, as the first domestic brand's high-end mid-to-large hardcore SUV to exceed 100,000 sales, the Haval H9's reputation in off-road circles is irreplaceable. Since its debut in 2014, through four generations of updates, it has leveraged professional off-road genes to successfully enter the hardcore premium SUV segment once dominated by imported Japanese and American off-road legends, evolving into a high-end off-road icon that makes Chinese proud—a flagship and true king of hardcore off-roading under 400,000 RMB. Beyond its strong market performance, in the realms of off-road culture and owner co-creation, the Haval H9's iconic status rallies a large community of off-road enthusiasts. The owner-organized 'H9 Brigade' now has over 30,000 members, becoming a nationally renowned single-model car club, known throughout the off-road world for giving back to society and fighting as one. This owner culture contributes to the high value retention, adding market value beyond the product itself.

Four consecutive years topping the 'China Automobile Value Retention Rate Rankings' as the No.1 Chinese brand mid-to-large SUV, the Haval H9 demonstrates the comprehensive strength of a homegrown hardcore off-road flagship, giving consumers peace of mind. Speaking through its product, measured by the market, Haval H9 will steadfastly remain 'user-centered,' continuously breaking through to become a powerful force driving Chinese off-road brands upward. Eight years of market validation, outstanding off-road prowess, professional institutional endorsement—on your off-road journey, the Haval H9 is your unrivaled choice!

From now until November 30, a limited-time trade-in subsidy for the Haval H9 is underway. The offer covers passenger cars and pickups of any brand, entitling you to a 20,000 RMB subsidy. Don't miss out!

(Specifications mentioned above are subject to the official configuration table.)

Data source: '2022 China Automobile Value Retention Rate Study' jointly released by J.D. Power and 58 Auto.