Source type: Hagalu catalogue record
GWM H1 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.
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GWM H1
Discontinued model
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GWM H1
1.5 LS
Petrol
CVT
Discontinued model
ZAR 229,900
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Discontinued model
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⚡ 78 kW
🔧 135 Nm
⛽ 7.0 km/l
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Decision summary
GWM H1 vs GWM Jolion: the short answer
Jolion holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over H1.
Recorded price context
H1:
last listed from
ZAR 229,900
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Jolion:
current from
ZAR 409,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | H1 | Jolion |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | H178 kW @ 6000 rpm | Jolion115 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | H1135 Nm @ 4000 rpm | Jolion250 Nm |
| Engine Size | H11497 cc | Jolion1497 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | H17.0 km/l | Jolion17.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | H1160 mm | Jolion190 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official OEM South Africa
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
H1
Strengths
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published ownership cover
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Published Practicality
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Jolion
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
H1
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Jolion
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | H1 | Jolion |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2015 | 2021 |
| Generation | Single generation in South Africa from 2015-2019. The H1 was based on an older Great Wall platform and was discontinued without a direct successor. | 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. |
| Facelift History | H1 received a single mid-cycle update in 2017 that brought minor exterior styling refinements and an updated infotainment system. No significant mechanical changes through the model life. | 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 | 2017 | 2024 |
| Body Style | Not confirmed | SUV |
| Color Note | Not confirmed | 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 | Not confirmed | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Model Year | Not confirmed | 2026 |
| Production Status | Not confirmed | published |
| Segment | Not confirmed | SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | Not confirmed | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Type | Not confirmed | SUV |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not confirmed | Current |
| Spec | H1 | Jolion |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4002 mm | 4472 mm |
| Width | 1740 mm | 1841 mm |
| Height | 1567 mm | 1628 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 160 mm | 190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 l | 55 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1770 kg | 2200 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.2 m | 11.4 m |
| Front Headroom | 975 mm | 990 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 950 mm | 960 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1020 mm | 1050 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 840 mm | 890 mm |
| Boot/Cargo Space | Not confirmed | 340 l |
| Kerb Weight | Not confirmed | 1500 kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not confirmed | 1500 kg |
| Spec | H1 | Jolion |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Rear Track Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-Link Independent |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | Monocoque |
| Power Steering | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) | Yes |
| Steering Column | Tilt Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | Torsion Bar | Coil Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Standard | Yes |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Standard | Yes |
| Shock Absorber Type | Telescopic Gas Dampers | Hydraulic |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion Beam | Multi-Link Independent |
| Chassis Material | Not confirmed | Monocoque |
| MagneRide Damping | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | Not confirmed | Multi-Link Independent |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic Gas Dampers | Hydraulic |
| Suspension | Not confirmed | MacPherson Strut |
| Spec | H1 | Jolion |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front and Rear | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Not Available | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Not Available | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Not Available | Yes |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not Available | Yes |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Available | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Not Available | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 1100 l | 540 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 1100 l | 540 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | Standard | Yes |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Manual Fold | Electric |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Standard Driver | Yes |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Not Available | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | 1 x 12V Socket | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | Not Available | Yes |
| AC Type | Manual Air Conditioning | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop | Not Available | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Not Available | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Not Available | Yes |
| Spare Wheel | Full Size Spare | Yes |
| Air Conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning | Yes |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Rim Size | 15 Inches | 18 |
| Sound System | 4 | 9 |
| Unlocking | Not Available | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Not Available | Yes |
| Accelerator 0 100 | Not confirmed | 115 sec |
| Active Safety Alert | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not confirmed | No |
| Aero Kit | Not confirmed | No |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Bed Extender | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Boot Opener | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Bottle Holders | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Canopy Fitment | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Centre Console | Not confirmed | Full-length with storage |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Chrome Grille | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Climate Zones | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Coat Hooks Rear | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Common Rail Injection | Not confirmed | Direct Injection |
| Cornering Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Diff Lock | Not confirmed | No |
| Difflock | Not confirmed | No |
| Digital Speedometer | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Door Ajar Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Door Opening Angle | Not confirmed | 90 deg |
| Door Sill Trim | Not confirmed | Aluminium |
| Drag Coefficient | Not confirmed | 0.34 |
| Driver Display | Not confirmed | Digital |
| Driver Drowsiness Detection | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Not confirmed | Electric |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Engine Warranty | Not confirmed | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Follow Me Home Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Armrest | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Power Outlet | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Reading Lamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Wiper | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Wipers Type | Not confirmed | Variable intermittent |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | Not confirmed | 5.6 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Glove Box | Not confirmed | Lockable illuminated |
| Glovebox Cooling | Not confirmed | No |
| Grab Handles Rear | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | Not confirmed | No |
| Headrest Adjustable | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Headrest Front | Not confirmed | Adjustable |
| Headrest Rear | Not confirmed | Adjustable |
| Heads Up Display | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Heated Mirrors | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Horn Type | Not confirmed | Electric |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Intelligent Speed Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Intercooler | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Lift Gate | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Load Bed Cover | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Sill Height | Not confirmed | Low |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Low Speed Manoeuvring Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Manual Aircon | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Mirror | Not confirmed | Electric Adjustable |
| Multi Function Steering | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Oil Pressure Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Panoramic Roof | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Panoramic Roof Size | Not confirmed | Full-length |
| Passive Entry Start | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Pedal Covers | Not confirmed | Aluminium-style |
| Performance Data Logger | Not confirmed | No |
| Power Mirrors | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Power Socket 12v | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Puddle Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Reading Lights Front | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Reading Lights Rear | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | Not confirmed | 60/40 |
| Rear Wing | Not confirmed | Integrated Spoiler |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Remote Central Locking | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Remote Engine Start | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Remote Start | Not confirmed | No |
| Rev Counter | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rev Matching | Not confirmed | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Roof Antenna | Not confirmed | Shark Fin Antenna |
| Roof Load | Not confirmed | 50 kg |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Type | Not confirmed | High Bolster Sports Seat |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Service Reminder | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Side Impact Bars | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Side Steps | Not confirmed | No |
| Skid Plates | Not confirmed | No |
| Snow Mode | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Sonar | Not confirmed | Front and Rear |
| Source Model Column | Not confirmed | jolion |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Not confirmed | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Not Available | Yes |
| Steering Response | Not confirmed | Progressive |
| Sub Frame | Not confirmed | Full front and rear |
| Sunroof | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Sunvisors | Not confirmed | Dual with vanity mirrors |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Available | Yes |
| Tachometer | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tailgate Damper | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Telescopic Steering | Not confirmed | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Temperature Gauge | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tie Down Hooks | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tilt Steering | Not confirmed | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tow Bar Type | Not confirmed | Receiver hitch compatible |
| TPMS | Not Available | Yes |
| Trailer Hitch | Not confirmed | No |
| Trim Level | Not confirmed | top |
| Trip Computer | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tyre Repair Kit | Not confirmed | No |
| Uv Protection Glass | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Variant Role | Not confirmed | Mid-to-high value derivative |
| Vdc | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Voice Command | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Walk Away Lock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Welcome Lighting | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Wind Deflectors | Not confirmed | No |
| Spec | H1 | Jolion |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Hybrid |
| Engine Code | GW4G15 | GW4B15A |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Hybrid |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Parallel Hybrid |
| Engine Displacement | 1497 cc | 1497 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Multi-Point Injection | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | 73.5 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Stroke | 88.3 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Maximum Power | 78 kW @ 6000 rpm | 115 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 135 Nm @ 4000 rpm | 250 Nm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Transmission | CVT | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Top Speed | 155 km/h | 188 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 13.5 sec | 9.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | 1.8 kWh |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | 48 V |
| 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 | Yes |
| Spec | H1 | Jolion |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Transverse Front-Mounted | Front Transverse |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed CVT | DHT Hybrid Transmission |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | No |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | No |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | 3.94:1 | 3.73 |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 3.2 | 14.7:1 |
| Number of Gears | 6 | 2 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic CVT | Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Torque Converter | Wet Multi-Disc |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox Type | Automatic | DHT Hybrid Transmission |
| Transmission Speeds | 6 | 2 |
| 4WD Engagement | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not confirmed | No |
| Axle Layout | Not confirmed | FWD |
| Differential Type Front | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Drive Mode Selector | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Drivetrain Layout | Not confirmed | Front Engine Front Wheel Drive |
| Front Differential Lock | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | Not confirmed | Automatic |
| Low Range | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range Ratio | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Reverse Gear Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Spec | H1 | Jolion |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 7.0 km/l | 17.9 km/l |
| City Mileage | 6.8 km/l | 14.7 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 8.2 km/l | 20.4 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 l | 55 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | No |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 42 | 55 |
| Charging Port Type | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not confirmed | No plug-in — self-charging hybrid |
| Combined Driving Range | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Distance To Empty | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Electric Consumption | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Filler Cap | Not confirmed | Lockable |
| Low Fuel Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Range Real World Highway | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 7.0 km/l | 17.9 km/l |
| Spec | H1 | Jolion |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 4 | 6 |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Standard | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Not Available | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | 2 Rear ISOFIX Points | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Not Available | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Yes |
| Alarm System | Not Available | Yes |
| Central Locking | Remote Central Locking | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | Standard | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Front Seats | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | Standard | Yes |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Not Available | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Available | Yes |
| Safety Rating | 4 | 5 |
| Whiplash Protection | Active Head Restraints | Yes |
| Lane Change Warning | Not Available | Yes |
| Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| TCS | Standard | Yes |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Yes |
| AEB | Not Available | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Not confirmed | Yes |
| BA | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | 6 |
| EBD | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not confirmed | Yes |
| ESC With Traction Control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Fatigue Detection | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Not Available | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | Not confirmed | No |
| Passenger Airbag | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tracking System | Not confirmed | Optional |
| Spec | H1 | Jolion |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Not Available | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Available | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Available | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Not Available | Front and Rear |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Available | Yes |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Available | Yes |
| Active Engine Braking | Not confirmed | No |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Yes |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | Yes |
| Attention Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Auto Highbeam | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Auto Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Auto Park Assist | Not confirmed | No |
| Auto Wipers | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Available | Yes |
| Eco Mode | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Emergency Braking | Not confirmed | Yes |
| EV Mode | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Camera | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Park Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Not confirmed | Front and Rear |
| Parking Sensor | Not confirmed | Front and Rear |
| Pre-Collision System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Reversing Camera | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Sport Mode | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | Yes |
| Spec | H1 | Jolion |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Fabric | Leather |
| Seat Adjustment | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment | Yes |
| Heated Seats | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Applicable | No |
| Steering Type | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Folding Rear Seats | 60:40 Split Fold | 60/40 Split |
| Front Armrest | Front Centre Armrest | Yes |
| Rear Armrest | Not Available | Yes |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
| Cup Holders | 4 | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Not Available | Yes |
| Rear USB Ports | 0 | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Material | Polyurethane | Leather Wrapped |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Analogue Speedometer | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Interior Colour Options | 2 | 2 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Not Available | Yes |
| Door Map Pockets | All Four Door Pockets | Yes |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Adjustable Front Seat | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Armrest Front | Not confirmed | Folding with storage |
| Armrest Rear | Not confirmed | Centre folding with cupholders |
| Boot Light | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Down | Not confirmed | 1133 |
| Cargo Hooks In Boot | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Cargo Net | Not confirmed | No |
| Cooled Seats | Not confirmed | No |
| Driver Seat | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not confirmed | 8-Way Electric |
| Fabric Seats | Not confirmed | No |
| Front Headrest | Not confirmed | Adjustable |
| Interior Colours | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Not confirmed | 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen on LS, 12.3-inch on LT and Hybrid variants. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto across the range. Leather upholstery on LT and Hybrid LT (synthetic leather on Hybrid LS, fabric on |
| Interior Courtesy Lights | Not confirmed | LED |
| Interior Trim Colour | Not confirmed | Black with silver accents |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Not confirmed | Leather |
| Leather Seats | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Memory Seats | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not confirmed | 4-Way Manual |
| Rear Headrest | Not confirmed | Adjustable |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Seat Ventilation | Not confirmed | No |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Fore Aft | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Height | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Belt Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | Not confirmed | 60/40 split fold |
| Seat Trim | Not confirmed | Leather |
| Third Row Seating Capacity | Not confirmed | 0 |
| Third Row Seats | Not confirmed | No |
| Spec | H1 | Jolion |
|---|---|---|
| Apple CarPlay | No | Yes |
| Android Auto | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 4 | 9 |
| Navigation System | No | Yes |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Partial Digital | Yes |
| USB Ports | 1 | 3 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | No | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | No | Yes |
| FM Radio | Standard | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not Available | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | Not Available | Yes |
| AUX Input | Not Available | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 7 | 12.3-inch Touchscreen |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not Available | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 4 | 9 |
| Infotainment Screen | 7 | 12.3-inch Touchscreen |
| Touchscreen | 7 | 12.3-inch Touchscreen |
| Audio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Not Available | Yes |
| Audio System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Connected Services | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Display Audio | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | Not confirmed | 3 |
| Head Up Display | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Infotainment System | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch Touchscreen |
| Infotainment Display | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch Touchscreen |
| Laminated Windscreen | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Multi Information Display | Not confirmed | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Premium Audio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Radio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Usb | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Voice Control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | H1 | Jolion |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Halogen Headlamps | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Not Available | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Not Available | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | Yes |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps | Multi-Spoke Alloy |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Not Available | Yes |
| Body Cladding | Plastic Body Cladding | Yes |
| Rear Spoiler | Not Available | Yes |
| Exterior Colour Options | 6 | 6 |
| Roof Type | Standard Fixed Roof | Metal Roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | Manual Black Mirrors | Electric Adjustable |
| Rear Wiper | Standard | Yes |
| Door Handle Finish | Body-Coloured | Body Coloured |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| DRL | Not Available | Yes |
| Led Headlights | Halogen Headlamps | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | Not Available | Yes |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not Available | Yes |
| Headlamps | Halogen Headlamps | Yes |
| Headlight Type | Halogen Headlamps | Yes |
| Headlights | Halogen Headlamps | Yes |
| Active Exhaust | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Auto Headlights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Not confirmed | Body Coloured |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | Electric |
| Exterior Mirror Heated | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Memory | Not confirmed | No |
| Exterior Mirror Turn Indicator | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Overhang | Not confirmed | 880 mm |
| Headlamp Levelling | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Led Taillights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Load Bed Liner | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Overhang | Not confirmed | 890 mm |
| Rear Spoiler | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Sunroof Slide | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Sunroof Tilt | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | H1 | Jolion |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 23 deg | 19 deg |
| Departure Angle | 27 deg | 26 deg |
| Wading Depth | 0 mm | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | No |
| Underbody Protection | Not Available | No |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 0 deg | 16 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | 1 Rear Tow Hook | No |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Ground Clearance Max | 160 mm | 190 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 160 mm | 190 mm |
| Approach Angle Deg | Not confirmed | 19 deg |
| Crawl Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | Not confirmed | 26 deg |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | Not confirmed | 17 deg |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Breakover Angle | Not confirmed | 16 deg |
| Spec | H1 | Jolion |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 195/65R15 | 215/55R18 |
| Wheel Type | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps | Multi-Spoke Alloy |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full Size Spare | Yes |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 254 mm | 308 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 200 mm | 292 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | Drum Rear | Electronic |
| Tyre Load Index | 89 | 94 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | T | V |
| Wheel Rim Size | 15 Inches | 18 |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | Disc |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Yes |
| Wheel Diameter | 15 Inches | 18 |
| Wheels | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps | Multi-Spoke Alloy |
| Auto Brake Hold | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Brakes | Not confirmed | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Electric Park Brake | Not confirmed | Electronic |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 215 mm |
| Handbrake Type | Not confirmed | Electronic parking brake |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Not confirmed | Leather Wrapped |
| Rear Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 215 mm |
| Spare Wheel Location | Not confirmed | Under vehicle / boot floor |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | Steel |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Not confirmed | Leather Wrapped |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Not Available | Yes |
| Tyre Type | Not confirmed | Radial |
| Wheel Cover | Not confirmed | Alloy |
| Wheel Locking Nuts | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Wheel Material | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps | Multi-Spoke Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | 18 |
| Spec | H1 | Jolion |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 15000 | 10000 |
| Approx Service Cost | 1500 | Included in Service Plan |
| Battery Warranty | 12 Months | 8 Years / 160,000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | Not Included | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.6 l | 5.5 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 10000 | 10,000 km |
| First Service At | 1000 | 5000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 3 Years / 45,000 km | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 3 Years / 45,000 km | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Underbody Rust Protection | Yes |
| Service Plan | 3 Years / 45,000 km | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Service Intervals | 15000 | 10000 |
| Alternator | Not confirmed | 110A |
| Spec | H1 | Jolion |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 3 Years / 100,000 km | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 3 Years / 100,000 km | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Basic Warranty | 3 Years / 100,000 km | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Warranty | 3 Years / 100,000 km | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | Not confirmed | 6 Years |
| Roadside Assistance | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Roadside Assistance | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | H1 | Jolion |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 165 g/km | 128 g/km |
| Start Stop System | Not Available | Yes |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Applicable | Full Parallel Hybrid (DHT) |
| Noise Level | 71 dB | Low |
| Variable Valve Timing | Dual Variable Valve Timing (DVVT) | Yes |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | 95 Octane Unleaded | 95 Octane Unleaded |
| Particulate Filter | Not Applicable | No |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | Not Independently Rated | 4/5 |
| Idle CO2 Output | Within Euro 5 Limits | 128 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) | EVAP Canister |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | Not confirmed | 128 |
| Spec | H1 | Jolion |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 5.8 l/100km | 7.0 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 7.2 l/100km | 9.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 7.5 l/100km | 6.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 9.0 l/100km | 8.0 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | 0 | - |
| Spec | H1 | Jolion |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Not confirmed | Top |
| Price Zar | Not confirmed | 519900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Not confirmed | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | Not confirmed | 519900 |
| Starting Price Zar | Not confirmed | 519900 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This H1 and Jolion 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: H1 30 vs Jolion 51.
Efficiency index: H1 35 vs Jolion 73.
Safety-equipment index: H1 68 vs Jolion 93.
Practicality index: H1 63 vs Jolion 60.
Ownership-cover index: H1 44 vs Jolion 65.
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.
Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
Jolion leads by 19 points
Jolion holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over H1.
Evidence leader
68
/100
Lead
19
points
Data
96%
source coverage
68
#1
Evidence leader
Jolion
96% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 93
Check
Performance 51
Performance
51
Efficiency
73
Safety
93
Practicality
60
Ownership
65
Leads by 19 points
49
#2
H1
80% source coverage
0 strong categories
Best at
Safety 68
Check
Performance 30
Performance
30
Efficiency
35
Safety
68
Practicality
63
Ownership
44
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Jolion +21
Efficiency
Jolion +38
Safety
Jolion +25
Practicality
H1 +3
Ownership
Jolion +21
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Jolion
Performance
51/100
Efficiency
73/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
60/100
Ownership
65/100
H1
Performance
30/100
Efficiency
35/100
Safety
68/100
Practicality
63/100
Ownership
44/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
GWM Jolion
leads the specification evidence index with 68 pts
vs 49 pts for H1
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Jolion leads. However, H1 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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H1 vs Jolion questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives 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.