DENZA B8 vs GWM Jolion

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.

DENZA B8 in South Africa

DENZA B8

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Launch price pending
Upcoming in South Africa Confirmed launch information and specifications remain visible while final availability is pending.
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GWM Jolion in South Africa

GWM Jolion

1.5T Hybrid LT Hybrid Current
ZAR 519,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 115 kW 🔧 250 Nm ⛽ 17.9 km/l
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Decision summary

DENZA B8 vs GWM Jolion: the short answer

Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification B8 Jolion
Maximum Power B8- Jolion115 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque B8- Jolion250 Nm
Engine Size B81997 cc Jolion1497 cc
Combined Fuel Economy B8- Jolion17.9 km/l
Ground Clearance B8- Jolion190 mm

Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.

Independent editorial assessment

Hagalu editorial ratings

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DENZA B8

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GWM Jolion

1.5T Hybrid LT

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Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec B8 Jolion
Generation Current-generation DENZA B8 global plug-in hybrid SUV; South African market timing, seating and derivative structure remain pending. Jolion sold in South Africa is the first generation under the Jolion nameplate, derived from Haval's L.E.M.O.N. modular platform launched in 2020. Local specification differs from the Chinese-domestic version in suspension calibration (slightly softer for SA road conditions), cabin material grades (higher) and infotainment software localisation.
Body Style SUV SUV
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status upcoming published
Segment Premium large off-road SUV SUV
Vehicle Type Passenger Car SUV
Model Introduced Year - 2021
Facelift History - Haval Jolion received a mid-cycle update in 2023 that brought the 12.3-inch infotainment screen to LT as standard (replacing the original 10.25-inch unit), added wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto across the range, refined driver-assistance calibration, and updated front-end styling with revised headlamp signatures. The hybrid variants were introduced to the South African market in 2024 as a separate trim ladder rather than a powertrain option on existing trims.
Facelift Launched Since - 2024
Facelift Version Ending - Current
Color Note - Hamilton White, Crystal White, Pittsburgh Silver, Mars Red, Atlantic Blue and Dignity Black. Some colours are limited to specific trim levels and availability changes annually.
Dealer Stock Note - Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Tare Mass Kg - 1500 kg
Spec B8 Jolion
Engine 2.0-litre Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Hybrid
Fuel Type Plug-in Hybrid Hybrid
Hybrid System Plug-in Hybrid Parallel Hybrid
Engine Displacement 1997 cc 1497 cc
Aspiration Turbocharged Turbocharged
Combined Power 450 kW Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Torque 760 Nm Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type 4WD FWD
Battery Capacity 36.864 kWh 1.8 kWh
Battery Type LFP Blade battery Lithium-ion
Electric Range 115 km (NEDC) Not Applicable
Engine Code - GW4B15A
Cylinders - 4
Cylinder Layout - Inline
Valves - 16
Valves per Cylinder - 4
Fuel System - Direct Injection
Compression Ratio - 10.5:1
Bore - 72.5 mm
Stroke - 90.8 mm
Maximum Power - 115 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque - 250 Nm
Motor Type - Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors - Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location - Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission - Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed - 188 km/h
0-100 km/h - 9.5 sec
Quarter Mile - Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes - Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control - No
Rev Limiter - Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio - Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio - Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity - Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Voltage - 48 V
AC Charging Power - Not Applicable
DC Charging Power - Not Applicable
AC Charging Time - Not Applicable
DC Charging Time - Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking - Yes

In depth: how these cars differ

This B8 and Jolion comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.

Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.

Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.

Specification Score Withheld

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Fail closed

Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.

Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.

What the evidence means

No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.

B8 vs Jolion questions

There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.

Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.

Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.

A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.

Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.

Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.