GWM Jolion Pro Limited vs Ford Puma

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.

Includes an archived model

Current and archived cars are compared side by side. Archived models keep their verified historical specs, while price labels show last-listed context rather than current new-car availability.

Ford Puma
GWM Jolion Pro Limited in South Africa

GWM Jolion Pro Limited

1.5T Super Luxury Limited 7DCT Petrol Automatic
ZAR 431,450 ex-showroom
⚡ 105 kW 🔧 210 Nm ⛽ Not Applicable km/l
VS
Ford Puma in South Africa

Ford Puma

1.0T EcoBoost ST-Line Automatic Petrol Automatic Archive reference
ZAR 459,900 last listed
No longer sold new Specs stay visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 92 kW 🔧 170 Nm ⛽ 16.4 km/l
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At a Glance — Who Wins What

Performance Jolion Pro Limited
Fuel Economy Puma
🛡 Safety Puma
📦 Practicality Jolion Pro Limited
🔑 Ownership Jolion Pro Limited
Puma starts ZAR 431450 cheaper Jolion Pro Limited from ZAR 431,450 · Puma from ZAR 389,900

Key Specs Side by Side

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

Spec Jolion Pro Limited Puma
Engine Power 105 92
Torque 210 170
Engine Size 1500 999
Claimed Mileage Not Applicable 16.4
Ground Clearance 168 mm 170
Boot Space Not Applicable 456
Airbags Not Available 8
Kerb Weight Not Applicable 1325
Seating Capacity 5 5
Warranty 5 3

= leads in this spec

Archived models stay fully comparable. Verified specs remain visible; historical fields that were not source-confirmed are marked Not confirmed instead of being guessed.

The Bottom Line

Puma holds a noticeable edge over Jolion Pro Limited, especially in key ownership areas.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance Jolion Pro Limited +5 pts
Efficiency Puma +8 pts
Safety Puma +90 pts
Practicality Jolion Pro Limited +4 pts
Ownership Jolion Pro Limited +22 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

Jolion Pro Limited

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • More practical for daily use
  • Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Less comprehensive safety features
Best suited to: Highway Driving Family Usage
🏆 Overall Winner

Puma

Strengths
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • Stronger safety package
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Less practical in daily usage
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to: Fuel Efficiency

Which One's Right for You?

Jolion Pro Limited

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability
  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Puma

  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment

Full Specs, Side by Side

Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.

Spec Jolion Pro Limited Puma
Model Introduced Year Current local generation year not confirmed 2023
Generation Current South African Jolion Pro Limited listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data. First generation Puma in South Africa
Facelift History Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle. New model introduced in South Africa
Facelift Launched Since Original current-generation version Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending Current Discontinued - exact end year not confirmed
Body Style SUV Not confirmed
Color Note Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering. Not confirmed
Dealer Stock Note Top grade in the South Africa lineup Not confirmed
Model Year 2026 Not confirmed
Production Status published Not confirmed
Segment SUV Not confirmed
Vehicle Type SUV Not confirmed
Spec Jolion Pro Limited Puma
Ground Clearance 168 mm 170 mm
Wheelbase 2700 mm 2594 mm
Length 4472 mm 4186 mm
Width 1841 mm 1805 mm
Height 1619 mm 1531 mm
Kerb Weight Not Applicable 1325 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight Not Applicable 1775 kg
Seating Capacity 5 5
Boot Space Not Applicable 456 l
Towing Capacity Not Applicable 1200 kg
Front Track Width Not Applicable 1541 mm
Rear Track Width Not Applicable 1534 mm
Turning Radius Not Applicable 5.4 m
Load Bed Length Not Applicable Not confirmed
Load Bed Width Not Applicable Not confirmed
Front Legroom Not Applicable Not confirmed
Rear Legroom Not Applicable Not confirmed
Front Headroom Not Applicable Not confirmed
Rear Headroom Not Applicable Not confirmed
Front Shoulder Room Not Applicable Not confirmed
Rear Shoulder Room Not Applicable Not confirmed
Boot Space Seats Folded Not Applicable Not confirmed
Number of Doors 5 Not confirmed
Max Payload Not Applicable Not confirmed
Boot Volume Not Applicable 456 l
Doors 5 Not confirmed
Seats 5 5
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 l 42 l
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg Not Applicable 1775 kg
Ground Clearance Max 168 mm 170 mm
Ground Clearance Min 168 mm 170 mm
Ground Clearance Mm 168 mm 170 mm
Height Mm 1619 mm 1531 mm
Length Mm 4472 mm 4186 mm
Loadbox Length Mm Not Applicable Not confirmed
Loadbox Width Mm Not Applicable Not confirmed
Payload Kg Not Applicable Not confirmed
Cargo Volume Not Applicable 456 l
Tare Mass Kg Not Applicable 1325 kg
Turning Circle Not Applicable 5.4 m
Turning Circle M Not Applicable 5.4 m
Width Mm 1841 mm 1805 mm

Overall Verdict Score

Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

Puma leads by 16 points

Puma holds a noticeable edge over Jolion Pro Limited, especially in key ownership areas.

Winner 62 /100
Lead 16 points
Data 86% confidence
62
#1 Winner

Puma

86% data confidence 1 strong categories
Best at Safety 99 Check Performance 40
Performance 40
Efficiency 64
Safety 99
Practicality 61
Ownership 43
Leads by 16 points
46
#2

Jolion Pro Limited

58% data confidence 0 strong categories
Best at Practicality 65 Check Safety 9
Performance 45
Efficiency 56
Safety 9
Practicality 65
Ownership 65
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance Jolion Pro Limited +5 Efficiency Puma +8 Safety Puma +90 Practicality Jolion Pro Limited +4 Ownership Jolion Pro Limited +22

Moderate difference between the models.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

Puma

Performance 40/100
Efficiency 64/100
Safety 99/100
Practicality 61/100
Ownership 43/100

Jolion Pro Limited

Performance 45/100
Efficiency 56/100
Safety 9/100
Practicality 65/100
Ownership 65/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Ford Puma wins with 62 pts vs 46 pts for Jolion Pro Limited

In structured scoring, Puma emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Jolion Pro Limited 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 Puma 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: Jolion Pro Limited 56 vs Puma 64. 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: Jolion Pro Limited 9, Puma 99. 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: Jolion Pro Limited 65, Puma 43. 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: Jolion Pro Limited 65, Puma 61. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: Jolion Pro Limited 45, Puma 40. 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 Puma edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The Puma 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 Jolion Pro Limited and Puma in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Jolion Pro Limited scores 45 vs 40.

Efficiency: Jolion Pro Limited scores 56 vs 64.

Safety: Jolion Pro Limited scores 9 vs 99.

Practicality: Jolion Pro Limited scores 65 vs 61.

Ownership: Jolion Pro Limited scores 65 vs 43.

Final structured scoring gives Puma the advantage in this comparison.