Hyundai All-new GT-11 Mighty 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.

Hyundai All-new GT-11 Mighty in South Africa

Hyundai All-new GT-11 Mighty

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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

Hyundai All-new GT-11 Mighty 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 All-new GT-11 Mighty Jolion
Maximum Power All-new GT-11 Mighty- Jolion115 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque All-new GT-11 Mighty- Jolion250 Nm
Engine Size All-new GT-11 Mighty- Jolion1497 cc
Combined Fuel Economy All-new GT-11 Mighty- Jolion17.9 km/l
Ground Clearance All-new GT-11 Mighty- Jolion190 mm

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

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec All-new GT-11 Mighty Jolion
Generation All-new South African GT-11 Mighty preview 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 Truck SUV
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status upcoming published
Segment Medium commercial vehicle SUV
Vehicle Type Commercial Vehicle 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 All-new GT-11 Mighty Jolion
Exterior Colour Options White 6
LED Headlamps - Yes
Daytime Running Lamps - Yes
Fog Lamps - Yes
Roof Rails - Yes
Alloy Wheel Design - Multi-Spoke Alloy
Chrome Exterior Finish - Yes
Body Cladding - Yes
Rear Spoiler - Yes
Roof Type - Metal Roof
Wing Mirror Type - Electric Adjustable
Rear Wiper - Yes
Door Handle Finish - Body Coloured
Body Type - SUV
DRL - Yes
Fog Lights - Yes
Front Fog Lights - Yes
Led Headlights - Yes
Led Taillights - Yes
Rear Fog Lights - Yes
Front Overhang - 880 mm
Rear Overhang - 890 mm
Auto Headlights - Yes
Automatic Headlamps - Yes
Daytime Running Lights - Yes
Electric Blind Sunroof - Yes
Exterior Colour Options - 6
Exterior Door Handle Colour - Body Coloured
Exterior Mirror Electric - Yes
Exterior Mirror Folding - Electric
Exterior Mirror Heated - Yes
Exterior Mirror Memory - No
Exterior Mirror Turn Indicator - Yes
Front Fog Lamps - Yes
Headlamp Levelling - Yes
Headlamps - Yes
Headlight Type - Yes
Headlights - Yes
Load Bed Liner - Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof - Yes
Active Exhaust - Not Available
Rear Spoiler - Yes
Sunroof Slide - Yes
Sunroof Tilt - Yes

In depth: how these cars differ

This All-new GT-11 Mighty 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.

All-new GT-11 Mighty 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.