A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
1.5T Super Luxury Limited 7DCTPetrol7-Speed DCTCurrent
ZAR 431,450ex-showroom
⚡ 105 kW🔧 210 Nm⛽ 12.3 km/l
+Add a 3rd car
At a Glance — Who Wins What
⚡PerformanceJolion Pro Limited
⛽Fuel EconomyCurvv
🛡SafetyJolion Pro Limited
📦PracticalityCurvv
🔑OwnershipNot enough comparable data
Curvv starts ZAR 81,550 cheaperCurvv from ZAR 349,900 · Jolion Pro Limited from ZAR 431,450
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Curvv
Jolion Pro Limited
Maximum Power
88 kW @ 5500 rpm
105 kW
Maximum Torque
170 Nm @ 1750-4000 rpm
210 Nm
Engine Size
1199 cc
1500 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
16.39 km/l
12.3 km/l
Ground Clearance
208 mm
168 mm
Boot / Load Bay
500 l
291 l
Airbags
6
6 airbags: dual front, front side and side curtain
Kerb Weight
1378 kg
1465 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Warranty
5 years / 125,000 km
7 years / 200 000 km
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
Curvv and Jolion Pro Limited are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Jolion Pro Limited
+6 pts
Efficiency
Curvv
+12 pts
Safety
Jolion Pro Limited
+4 pts
Practicality
Curvv
+6 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Curvv
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Catalogue-index leader
Jolion Pro Limited
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Performance
Which One's Right for You?
Curvv
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Jolion Pro Limited
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
Curvv
Jolion Pro Limited
Model Introduced Year
2025
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
First-generation South African-market Tata Curvv coupé SUV
Current South African Jolion Pro Limited listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
Introduced with Tata Passenger Vehicles' South African return in 2025; no South African facelift has been announced
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
2025
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Coupé SUV
SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
Active
active
Segment
Mid-size coupé SUV
SUV
Vehicle Type
Passenger Car
SUV
Color Note
-
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
-
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Tare Mass Kg
-
1376-1540 kg
Spec
Curvv
Jolion Pro Limited
Length
4308 mm
4470 mm
Width
1810 mm
1898 mm
Height
1635 mm
1625 mm
Wheelbase
2560 mm
2700 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
208 mm
168 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
180 mm
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
44 l
55 l
Boot/Cargo Space
500 l
291 l
Kerb Weight
1378 kg
1465 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1788 kg
1870 kg
Payload Capacity
410 kg
405 kg
Towing Capacity
750 kg
-
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.35 m
-
Front Headroom
1000 mm
-
Rear Headroom
910 mm
-
Front Legroom
1060 mm
-
Rear Legroom
880 mm
-
Spec
Curvv
Jolion Pro Limited
Engine
1.2-litre Turbocharged Petrol
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1199 cc
1500 cc
Cylinders
3
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
88 kW @ 5500 rpm
105 kW
Maximum Torque
170 Nm @ 1750-4000 rpm
210 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Transmission
7-Speed DCT
7-Speed DCT
Top Speed
160 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, City, Sport
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
63.9 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
123.4 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Curvv
Jolion Pro Limited
Gearbox
7-Speed DCT
Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine, front-wheel drive
Front-wheel drive
LSD Available
No
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
4.21
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
7
7
Transmission Type
Dual-clutch Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Wet dual-clutch
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Electronic DCA selector
Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Front-wheel drive
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
DCT
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x2
Front-wheel drive
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
7
7
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
Curvv
Jolion Pro Limited
Claimed Mileage
16.39 km/l
12.3 km/l
City Mileage
11 km/l
9.9 km/l
Highway Mileage
14.29 km/l
14.5 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
44 l
55 l
Emission Standard
BS VI Phase 2
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
No
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
16.39 km/l
12.3 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
44
55 l
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Curvv
Jolion Pro Limited
Airbags
6
6 airbags: dual front, front side and side curtain
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
iTPMS
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
AEB
Not Available
Standard
BA
Not Available
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
Standard
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Standard
Side Airbags
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Not Available
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Spec
Curvv
Jolion Pro Limited
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Standard
4 rear sensors
Rear View Camera
Standard
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Standard
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
4 sensors
Reverse Camera
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Park Assist
Standard
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Standard
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
-
Standard
Surround View Camera
Standard
Not Available
Spec
Curvv
Jolion Pro Limited
Seat Material
Leatherette Seats
Leatherette
Heated Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Standard
Not Available
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Not Available
Steering Wheel Material
Leather-wrapped
Leather
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
6 Way Powered Driver Seat
6-way electric
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual slide, recline and height adjustment
4-way manual
Seat Trim
Leatherette Seats
Black leatherette
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
-
3
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Jolion Pro Limited grade before assuming a feature is included.
Floor Mats
-
Limited-edition branded carpets
Interior Colours
-
3
Spec
Curvv
Jolion Pro Limited
Climate Control
Fully Automatic Temperature Control
Dual-zone automatic
Power Windows
All Doors
All doors, one-touch anti-pinch
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Not Available
Sunroof
Voice Assisted Panoramic Sunroof with Moodlighting
Panoramic
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Standard
AC Type
Fully Automatic Temperature Control
Dual-zone automatic
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
Not Applicable
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Engine Warranty
-
5
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Voice Command
-
Standard
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Source Model Column
-
jolion-pro-limited
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Surround View Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
Trim Level
-
top
Variant Role
-
Core range derivative
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Wireless Charger
Standard
Not Available
Spec
Curvv
Jolion Pro Limited
Infotainment System
10.25" Touchscreen Infotainment by HARMANTM
12.4-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Wireless
Android Auto
Wireless
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Wireless
Number of Speakers
5
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25" digital Instrument Cluster
7-inch LCD
USB Ports
Standard
Front and rear Type A + Type C
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch
12.4
Touchscreen
10.25-inch
12.4
Navigation System
-
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless
Wireless
Voice Recognition
-
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25-inch
12.4
Infotainment Display
-
12.4
Connected Services
-
Wireless
Voice Control
-
Standard
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Wireless
Spec
Curvv
Jolion Pro Limited
LED Headlamps
Standard
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Connected LED DRLs
Standard
Fog Lamps
Standard
Rear
Roof Rails
Not Available
Black
Exterior Colour Options
Pristine White, Daytona Grey, Pure Grey, Gold Essence, Opera Blue, Nitro Crimson
3
Headlights
Standard
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Standard
Standard
Body Type
-
SUV
Exterior Colour Options
-
3
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Exterior Trim
-
Green exterior accents
Spec
Curvv
Jolion Pro Limited
Approach Angle
25.4 deg
Not Available
Departure Angle
29.3 deg
Not Available
Wading Depth
450 mm
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
25.8 deg
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
-
168 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
168 mm
Off Road Descent Control
-
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Not Available
Crawl Control
-
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Not Available
Terrain Response System
-
Not Available
Underbody Camera
-
Not Available
Spec
Curvv
Jolion Pro Limited
Tyre Size
215/55 R18
225/55 R18
Front Brake Type
Front Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Rear Drum
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Steel spare wheel, 215/65 R16
T135/90 R17 temporary spare
Wheel Rim Size
18-inch
18
Handbrake Type
Manual handbrake
Not Applicable
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Brake Caliper Colour
-
Green
Spec
Curvv
Jolion Pro Limited
Front Suspension
Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut with Coil Spring & Anti Roll Bar
MacPherson independent
Rear Suspension
Semi Independent Twist Blade with Panhard Rod & Coil Spring
Torsion beam composite
Front Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
-
Not Applicable
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
Curvv
Jolion Pro Limited
CO2 Emissions
145 g/km
Not Applicable
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Petrol
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Spec
Curvv
Jolion Pro Limited
Service Plan
3 years / 45,000 km
7 years / 75 000 km
Service Interval
-
12 months / 15 000 km
Approx Service Cost
-
Included in Service Plan
Battery Warranty
-
Not Applicable
Maintenance Plan
-
5 Years / 75,000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
10,000 km
First Service At
-
5000
Service Plan Duration
3 years / 45,000 km
7 years / 75 000 km
Service Plan Distance
3 years / 45,000 km
7 years / 75 000 km
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Yes
Alternator
-
110A
Service Intervals
-
12 months / 15 000 km
Spec
Curvv
Jolion Pro Limited
Ownership Role
New passenger vehicle
Top
Price Zar
449900 ZAR
431450 ZAR
Pricing Role
Recommended retail price
Current listed price
Starting Price
449900
431450
Starting Price Zar
449900
431450
Spec
Curvv
Jolion Pro Limited
Warranty
5 years / 125,000 km
7 years / 200 000 km
Warranty Years
5 years / 125,000 km
7 years / 200 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 years / 125,000 km
7 years / 200 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
7 years / unlimited km
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
6 Years
Basic Warranty
5 years / 125,000 km
7 years / 200 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
7 years / unlimited km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
7 years / unlimited km
Source-backed Catalogue Index
A transparent specification index shown only when every vehicle clears the minimum comparable-data threshold.
Weighted / 100
Catalogue-index readout
Jolion Pro Limited leads by 3 points
Curvv and Jolion Pro Limited are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Performance
Jolion Pro Limited +6
Efficiency
Curvv +12
Safety
Jolion Pro Limited +4
Practicality
Curvv +6
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Catalogue-index leader
Jolion Pro Limited
Performance
45/100
Efficiency
51/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
55/100
Ownership
94/100
Curvv
Performance
39/100
Efficiency
63/100
Safety
86/100
Practicality
61/100
How to Read This Comparison
🏆GWM Jolion Pro Limited
leads the catalogue index with 65 pts
vs 62 pts for Curvv
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, Jolion Pro Limited leads. However, Curvv may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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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.
Hagalu does not publish a guaranteed resale winner. Depreciation depends on age, mileage, condition, derivative, colour, supply and demand. Compare several current used-market listings and obtain trade-in valuations for equivalent examples before relying on a resale estimate.
Check the exact derivatives for drive type, ground clearance, tyres, approach and departure angles, wading depth and low-range gearing where officially disclosed. SUV styling or all-wheel drive alone does not prove that a vehicle is suitable for demanding off-road use.
Calculate each exact derivative using your monthly distance and a current fuel or electricity price, then add finance, insurance, scheduled service, tyres and licence costs. Hagalu does not claim a fixed monthly saving without those buyer-specific inputs.
It is worth more only when the exact price difference buys equipment, space, performance or ownership cover that matters to you. Compare like-for-like lifecycle states and derivatives; a current offer and a historical last-listed price are not directly equivalent.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This Curvv and Jolion Pro Limited comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Curvv 39 vs Jolion Pro Limited 45.
Efficiency index: Curvv 63 vs Jolion Pro Limited 51.
Safety-equipment index: Curvv 86 vs Jolion Pro Limited 90.
Practicality index: Curvv 61 vs Jolion Pro Limited 55.
Ownership-cover index: Curvv not separately scored vs Jolion Pro Limited 94.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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