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
⚡PerformanceEclipse Cross
⛽Fuel EconomyTie
🛡SafetyJolion Pro Limited
📦PracticalityEclipse Cross
🔑OwnershipNot enough comparable data
Jolion Pro Limited starts ZAR 103,540 cheaperEclipse Cross from ZAR 534,990 · Jolion Pro Limited from ZAR 431,450
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Eclipse Cross
Jolion Pro Limited
Maximum Power
110 kW @ 5500 rpm
105 kW
Maximum Torque
250 Nm @ 3500 rpm
210 Nm
Engine Size
1499 cc
1500 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
13 km/l
12.3 km/l
Ground Clearance
180 mm
168 mm
Boot / Load Bay
437 l
291 l
Airbags
7
6 airbags: dual front, front side and side curtain
Kerb Weight
1490 kg
1465 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Warranty
3 years / 100,000 km
7 years / 200 000 km
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
Eclipse Cross and Jolion Pro Limited are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Eclipse Cross
+7 pts
Efficiency
Equal
Safety
Jolion Pro Limited
+14 pts
Practicality
Eclipse Cross
+9 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Eclipse Cross
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Catalogue-index leader
Jolion Pro Limited
Strengths
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:General Use
Which One's Right for You?
Eclipse Cross
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Jolion Pro Limited
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
Eclipse Cross
Jolion Pro Limited
Model Introduced Year
2021
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
First-generation Eclipse Cross facelift
Current South African Jolion Pro Limited listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
Current South African facelift specification.
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
Current specification
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Compact crossover SUV
SUV
Vehicle Type
Passenger vehicle
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
Eclipse Cross
Jolion Pro Limited
Length
4545 mm
4470 mm
Width
1805 mm
1898 mm
Height
1685 mm
1625 mm
Wheelbase
2670 mm
2700 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
180 mm
168 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
63 l
55 l
Boot/Cargo Space
437 l
291 l
Kerb Weight
1490 kg
1465 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2100 kg
1870 kg
Payload Capacity
610 kg
405 kg
Towing Capacity
1600 kg
-
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.3 m
-
Front Headroom
1003 mm
-
Rear Headroom
932 mm
-
Front Legroom
1039 mm
-
Rear Legroom
943 mm
-
Spec
Eclipse Cross
Jolion Pro Limited
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
4B40
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1499 cc
1500 cc
Cylinders
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
16
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
75 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
84.8 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
110 kW @ 5500 rpm
105 kW
Maximum Torque
250 Nm @ 3500 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
CVT
7-Speed DCT
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
8.9 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
73.8 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
167.8 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
Eclipse Cross
Jolion Pro Limited
Gearbox
CVT
Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine, front-wheel drive
Front-wheel drive
LSD Available
No
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Yes
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
6.026
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
1
7
Transmission Type
CVT automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Continuously variable pulley system
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Floor-mounted 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
Yes
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Continuously variable
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x2
Front-wheel drive
Rear Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
1
7
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
Eclipse Cross
Jolion Pro Limited
Claimed Mileage
13 km/l
12.3 km/l
City Mileage
10.6 km/l
9.9 km/l
Highway Mileage
14.9 km/l
14.5 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
63 l
55 l
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
No
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
13 km/l
12.3 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
63
55 l
Combined Driving Range
818
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
847 km
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
761 km
Not Applicable
Spec
Eclipse Cross
Jolion Pro Limited
Airbags
7
6 airbags: dual front, front side and side curtain
ABS
Yes
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Standard
Traction Control
Yes
Standard
Hill Descent Control
No
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Standard
Brake Assist
Yes
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
No
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Yes
Not Available
AEB
No
Standard
BA
Yes
Standard
Brake Override System
Yes
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Standard
Driver Airbag
Yes
Standard
EBD
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Hill Hold
Yes
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Standard
Side Airbags
Yes
Standard
Stability Control
Yes
Standard
TCS
Yes
Standard
Knee Airbag
Yes
Not Available
ABS EBD
Yes
Standard
Spec
Eclipse Cross
Jolion Pro Limited
Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
No
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
No
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Yes
4 rear sensors
Rear View Camera
Yes
Standard
360 Degree Camera
No
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
No
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
No
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
Standard
Auto Highbeam
No
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Yes
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
4 sensors
Reverse Camera
Yes
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
Standard
Park Assist
No
Not Available
Around View Monitor
No
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
No
Standard
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
-
Standard
Surround View Camera
No
Not Available
Spec
Eclipse Cross
Jolion Pro Limited
Seat Material
Synthetic suede and leather
Leatherette
Heated Seats
Yes
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
No
Not Available
Ambient Lighting
No
Not Available
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Leather
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
Power adjustable
6-way electric
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Power adjustable
4-way manual
Seat Trim
Synthetic suede and leather
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
Eclipse Cross
Jolion Pro Limited
Climate Control
Automatic air conditioning with rear duct
Dual-zone automatic
Power Windows
Front and rear
All doors, one-touch anti-pinch
Keyless Entry
Yes
Standard
Push Button Start
Yes
Standard
Wireless Charging
No
Not Available
Sunroof
Yes
Panoramic
Electric Tailgate
Yes
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Standard
AC Type
Automatic air conditioning with rear duct
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
No
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
No
Not Available
Spec
Eclipse Cross
Jolion Pro Limited
Infotainment System
Smartphone-link Display Audio
12.4-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Wireless
Android Auto
Yes
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Wireless
Number of Speakers
6
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
Multi-information display
7-inch LCD
USB Ports
Front and rear
Front and rear Type A + Type C
Infotainment Screen
8-inch
12.4
Touchscreen
8-inch
12.4
Navigation System
-
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
Wireless
Voice Recognition
-
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
8-inch
12.4
Infotainment Display
-
12.4
Connected Services
-
Wireless
Voice Control
-
Standard
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Wireless
Spec
Eclipse Cross
Jolion Pro Limited
LED Headlamps
Yes
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Standard
Fog Lamps
Yes
Rear
Roof Rails
Yes
Black
Exterior Colour Options
White Diamond, Red Diamond, Sterling Silver Metallic, Graphite Grey Metallic, Lightning Blue Mica, Black Mica
3
Headlights
Yes
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Yes
Standard
Body Type
-
SUV
Exterior Colour Options
-
3
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Exterior Trim
-
Green exterior accents
Spec
Eclipse Cross
Jolion Pro Limited
Approach Angle
Not Applicable
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Applicable
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Applicable
Not Available
Terrain Modes
No
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Applicable
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
Eclipse Cross
Jolion Pro Limited
Tyre Size
225/55 R18
225/55 R18
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Space-saver
T135/90 R17 temporary spare
Wheel Rim Size
18-inch alloy
18
Handbrake Type
Electric parking brake
Not Applicable
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Brake Caliper Colour
-
Green
Spec
Eclipse Cross
Jolion Pro Limited
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
MacPherson independent
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Torsion beam composite
Front Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
-
Not Applicable
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
Eclipse Cross
Jolion Pro Limited
CO2 Emissions
181 g/km
Not Applicable
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Petrol
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Spec
Eclipse Cross
Jolion Pro Limited
Service Plan
5 years / 90,000 km; 15,000 km intervals
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
5 years / 90,000 km; 15,000 km intervals
7 years / 75 000 km
Service Plan Distance
5 years / 90,000 km; 15,000 km intervals
7 years / 75 000 km
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Yes
Alternator
-
110A
Service Intervals
-
12 months / 15 000 km
Spec
Eclipse Cross
Jolion Pro Limited
Ownership Role
New vehicle sold through Mitsubishi Motors South Africa
Top
Price Zar
620000 ZAR
431450 ZAR
Pricing Role
Official South African recommended retail price
Current listed price
Starting Price
620000
431450
Starting Price Zar
620000
431450
Spec
Eclipse Cross
Jolion Pro Limited
Warranty
3 years / 100,000 km
7 years / 200 000 km
Warranty Years
3 years / 100,000 km
7 years / 200 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
3 years / 100,000 km
7 years / 200 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
7 years / unlimited km
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
6 Years
Basic Warranty
3 years / 100,000 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 4 points
Eclipse Cross and Jolion Pro Limited are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
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
Eclipse Cross
Performance
52/100
Efficiency
51/100
Safety
76/100
Practicality
64/100
How to Read This Comparison
🏆GWM Jolion Pro Limited
leads the catalogue index with 65 pts
vs 61 pts for Eclipse Cross
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, Jolion Pro Limited leads. However, Eclipse Cross 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 Eclipse Cross 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: Eclipse Cross 52 vs Jolion Pro Limited 45.
Efficiency index: Eclipse Cross 51 vs Jolion Pro Limited 51.
Safety-equipment index: Eclipse Cross 76 vs Jolion Pro Limited 90.
Practicality index: Eclipse Cross 64 vs Jolion Pro Limited 55.
Ownership-cover index: Eclipse Cross 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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