Gwm H6 GT vs Gwm Jolion

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.

Gwm H6 GT in South Africa

Gwm H6 GT

2.0T Hybrid LT Hybrid Automatic
ZAR 769,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 150 kW 🔧 420 Nm ⛽ 6.2 km/l
VS
Gwm Jolion in South Africa

Gwm Jolion

1.5T Hybrid LT Hybrid Automatic
ZAR 519,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 115 kW 🔧 250 Nm ⛽ 5.6 km/l
Add a 3rd car

At a Glance — Who Wins What

Performance H6 GT
Fuel Economy Tie
🛡 Safety Tie
📦 Practicality H6 GT
🔑 Ownership Tie
Jolion starts ZAR 699900 cheaper H6 GT from ZAR 699,900 · Jolion from ZAR 409,900

Key Specs Side by Side

The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.

Spec H6 GT Jolion
Engine Power 150 115
Torque 420 250
Engine Size 1999 1497
Claimed Mileage 6.2 5.6
Ground Clearance 192 190
Boot Space 460 340
Airbags 6 6
Kerb Weight 1740 1500
Seating Capacity 5 5
Warranty 5 5

= leads in this spec

The Overall Score — Here's How They Stack Up

🏆 Winner
#1

H6 GT

66
/ 100
+6
pts
#2

Jolion

60
/ 100

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

The Bottom Line

Both H6 GT and Jolion are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance H6 GT +5 pts
Efficiency Equal
Safety Equal
Practicality H6 GT +1 pts
Ownership Equal

Score Breakdown by Category

🏆 Overall Winner

H6 GT

Performance 15/20
Efficiency 0/20
Safety 18/20
Practicality 13/20
Ownership 20/20

Jolion

Performance 10/20
Efficiency 0/20
Safety 18/20
Practicality 12/20
Ownership 20/20

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

🏆 Overall Winner

H6 GT

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
  • No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to: Highway Driving Family Usage

Jolion

Strengths
  • Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Less practical in daily usage
Best suited to: General Use

Which One's Right for You?

H6 GT

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability

Jolion

  • Buyers looking for a balanced all-round vehicle

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec H6 GT Jolion
Body Type SUV SUV
Daytime Running Lamps Yes Yes
DRL Yes Yes
LED Headlamps Yes Yes
Led Taillights Yes Yes
Fog Lights Yes Yes
Fog Lamps Yes Yes
Led Headlights Yes Yes
Front Fog Lights Yes Yes
Alloy Wheel Design Multi-Spoke Alloy Multi-Spoke Alloy
Rear Wiper Yes Yes
Chrome Exterior Finish Yes Yes
Door Handle Finish Body Coloured Body Coloured
Roof Type Metal Roof Metal Roof
Rear Spoiler Yes Yes
Wing Mirror Type Electric Adjustable Electric Adjustable
Body Cladding Yes Yes
Exterior Colour Options 6 6
Rear Fog Lights Yes Yes
Roof Rails No Yes
Spec H6 GT Jolion
Number of Doors 5 5
Seats 5 5
Seating Capacity 5 5
Length 4653 4472
Width 1886 1841
Height 1695 1628
Wheelbase 2738 2700
Ground Clearance 192 190
Kerb Weight 1740 1500
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 55
Boot Space 460 340
Doors 5 5
Front Overhang 880 880
Rear Overhang 890 890
Front Track Width 1560 1560
Rear Track Width 1570 1570
Front Headroom 990 990
Rear Headroom 960 960
Front Legroom 1050 1050
Rear Legroom 890 890
Front Shoulder Room 1430 1430
Rear Shoulder Room 1390 1390
Gross Vehicle Weight 2200 2200
Boot Volume 460 340
Boot Space Seats Folded 660 540
Turning Radius 11.8 11.4
Towing Capacity 1500 1500

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Gwm H6 GT wins with 66 pts vs 60 pts for Jolion

In structured scoring, H6 GT emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Jolion may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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Questions Buyers Usually Ask

On our scoring the H6 GT edges ahead overall. That said, the right choice depends on what you actually use the car for — the breakdown above shows exactly where each one wins and loses.

Efficiency scores: H6 GT 0 vs Jolion 0. In the real world, diesel variants of either car will beat the claimed figure on long highways and fall short in Joburg traffic.

Safety scores: H6 GT 18, Jolion 18. Check each model page for NCAP ratings and which trim levels include AEB and blind-spot monitoring — those features aren't always standard.

Long-term ownership scores: H6 GT 20, Jolion 20. Service intervals, parts availability in SA, and whether a service plan is bundled all factor in — check the individual variant specs for that detail.

Practicality scores: H6 GT 13, Jolion 12. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: H6 GT 15, Jolion 10. This looks at real-world pace — 0–100 kph, highway flexibility, and how either car feels when you actually need to overtake on an N-road.

Resale varies with colour, spec, and market timing, but Japanese brands — and Toyota specifically — have a strong track record in SA. Check current used prices for both on AutoTrader to see the real gap right now.

Ground clearance and 4WD availability are what matter most here. Scroll to the spec table above to compare both side by side — if either model offers a 4WD variant, that's the version worth comparing.

Fuel, insurance, and service costs are the big three. Diesel variants of both models typically save R800–R1,500/month in fuel at current SA pump prices. The H6 GT edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The H6 GT scores better overall, but neither car is a bad buy here. It comes down to what features matter to you — check the full spec table above to see exactly what you gain and lose at each price point.

In Depth — Breaking It All Down

The comparison between H6 GT and Jolion in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: H6 GT scores 15 vs 10.

Efficiency: H6 GT scores 0 vs 0.

Safety: H6 GT scores 18 vs 18.

Practicality: H6 GT scores 13 vs 12.

Ownership: H6 GT scores 20 vs 20.

Final structured scoring gives H6 GT the advantage in this comparison.