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.
GWM Jolion Pro Limited vs Toyota Rumion: the short answer
Jolion Pro Limited has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Rumion remains close.
Rumion starts ZAR 91,550 cheaperJolion Pro Limited from ZAR 431,450 · Rumion from ZAR 339,900
Five key differences
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Specification
Jolion Pro Limited
Rumion
Maximum Power
Jolion Pro Limited105 kW
Rumion77 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
Jolion Pro Limited210 Nm
Rumion140 Nm @ 4200 rpm
Engine Size
Jolion Pro Limited1500 cc
Rumion1496 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Jolion Pro Limited12.3 km/l
Rumion14.7 km/l
Ground Clearance
Jolion Pro Limited168 mm
Rumion155 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
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GWM Jolion Pro Limited
1.5T Super Luxury Limited 7DCT
Hagalu editorial rating
4.2/5★★★★★★★★★★
Desk research · Exact variant
Hagalu Editorial Team ·
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Jolion Pro Limited
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Performance
Rumion
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:Published EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Jolion Pro Limited
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Rumion
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Jolion Pro Limited
Rumion
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 Rumion 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, no facelift yet
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
MPV
Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
White, Silver, Grey, Blue, Red
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
SUV
MPV
Tare Mass Kg
1376-1540 kg
1185 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
MPV
Spec
Jolion Pro Limited
Rumion
Length
4470 mm
4475 mm
Width
1898 mm
1695 mm
Height
1625 mm
1620 mm
Wheelbase
2700 mm
2750 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
168 mm
155 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
148 mm
125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
43 l
Boot/Cargo Space
291 l
300 l
Kerb Weight
1465 kg
1185 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1870 kg
1660 kg
Payload Capacity
405 kg
475 kg
Towing Capacity
2000 kg
1600 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
7 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
3 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.8 m
5.2 m
Front Headroom
1000 mm
993 mm
Rear Headroom
960 mm
946 mm
Front Legroom
1050 mm
1049 mm
Rear Legroom
900 mm
891 mm
Spec
Jolion Pro Limited
Rumion
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
1490 mm
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
1485 mm
Front Suspension
MacPherson independent
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion beam composite
Torsion Beam
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Chassis Type
-
Monocoque
Power Steering
-
Electric
Steering Column
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Front Spring Type
-
MacPherson Strut
Rear Spring Type
-
Torsion Beam
Chassis Material
-
Monocoque
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson independent
MacPherson Strut
Rear Axle Type
-
Torsion Beam
Rear Suspension Type
Torsion beam composite
Torsion Beam
Suspension
-
MacPherson Strut
Spec
Jolion Pro Limited
Rumion
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Dual-zone automatic
Automatic AC
Power Windows
All doors, one-touch anti-pinch
All Doors
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Optional
Sunroof
Panoramic
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
300 l
AC Type
Dual-zone automatic
Automatic AC
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Warranty
5
Not Applicable
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Not Available
Rev Matching
Not Available
Not Available
Voice Command
Standard
Optional
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Applicable
Difflock
Not Available
Not Applicable
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Source Model Column
jolion-pro-limited
rumion
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
Trim Level
top
top
Variant Role
Core range derivative
Mid-to-high value derivative
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Charger
Not Available
Optional
Automatic Headlamps
-
Not Available
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
Not Available
Auto Dimming Irvm
-
Not Available
Climate Zones
-
Automatic AC
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
All Doors
Engine Start Button Illumination
-
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Standard
Front Armrest
-
Standard
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
6.8
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
Panoramic Roof
Panoramic
Not Available
Power Mirrors
-
All Doors
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Rear Seat Split
-
60/40 Split
Rear Wing
-
Not Available
Seat Type
-
Fabric
Spare Wheel
T135/90 R17 temporary spare
Full Size Steel
Telescopic Steering
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Steering
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Voice Command Support
-
Optional
Accelerator 0 100
-
12.5 sec
Air Conditioning
Dual-zone automatic
Automatic AC
Bottle Holders
-
Standard
Centre Console
-
Standard
Common Rail Injection
-
Multi-Point Injection
Digital Speedometer
-
Partial Digital
Intelligent Keyless Entry
-
Standard
Lift Gate
-
Not Available
Manual Aircon
-
Automatic AC
Mirror
-
All Doors
Passive Entry Start
-
Standard
Powered Tailgate
-
Not Available
Rearview Mirror Inside
-
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
-
Standard
Rim Size
18
16-inch Alloy Wheels
Roof Rack Compatibility
-
Standard
Side Impact Bars
-
Standard
Sonar
-
Rear
Sound System
6
6
Steering Column Adjustment
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Sub Frame
-
Monocoque
TPMS
Standard
Standard
Unlocking
Standard
Standard
Vdc
-
Standard
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
-
Standard
Walk Away Lock
-
Standard
Spec
Jolion Pro Limited
Rumion
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1500 cc
1496 cc
Cylinders
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
16
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
12.5:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
82.0 mm
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
105 kW
77 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
210 Nm
140 Nm @ 4200 rpm
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
7-Speed DCT
CVT
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
175 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
12.5 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
65 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
118.1 Nm/tonne
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
Jolion Pro Limited
Rumion
Gearbox
Automatic
CVT Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Front-wheel drive
Front Wheel Drive
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
7
5
Transmission Type
Automatic
Continuously Variable Transmission
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
CVT Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
FWD/
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
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
Not Available
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Automatic
CVT Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Front-wheel drive
FWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Transmission Speeds
7
5
Engine Position
-
Front Transverse
Spec
Jolion Pro Limited
Rumion
Claimed Mileage
12.3 km/l
14.7 km/l
City Mileage
9.9 km/l
11 km/l
Highway Mileage
14.5 km/l
16 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
43 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
12.3 km/l
14.7 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
55 l
43
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Jolion Pro Limited
Rumion
Airbags
6 airbags: dual front, front side and side curtain
6
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
AEB
Standard
Not Available
BA
Standard
Standard
Brake Override System
Standard
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Standard
6
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
6
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Not Available
Side Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Alarm System
-
Standard
Central Locking
-
Standard
Side Impact Beams
-
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
-
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
-
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
-
6
ESC With Traction Control
-
Standard
Spec
Jolion Pro Limited
Rumion
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
4 rear sensors
Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Standard
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Standard
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
4 sensors
Rear
Reverse Camera
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
Standard
Not Available
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Lights
-
Not Available
Emergency Braking
-
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
-
Rear
Parking Sensor
-
Rear
Rain Sensor Wipers
-
Not Available
Rear View Camera
-
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
-
Standard
Reversing Camera
-
Standard
Spec
Jolion Pro Limited
Rumion
Seat Material
Leatherette
Fabric
Heated Seats
Not Available
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Not Available
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
3
5
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
60/40 Split
Driver Seat Adjustment
6-way electric
Manual
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-way manual
Manual
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.
This Jolion Pro Limited and Rumion comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Jolion Pro Limited 45 vs Rumion 32.
Efficiency index: Jolion Pro Limited 51 vs Rumion 59.
Safety-equipment index: Jolion Pro Limited 90 vs Rumion 87.
Practicality index: Jolion Pro Limited 56 vs Rumion 61.
Ownership-cover index: Jolion Pro Limited 94 vs Rumion 43.
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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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Jolion Pro Limited leads by 9 points
Jolion Pro Limited has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Rumion remains close.
Performance
Jolion Pro Limited +13
Efficiency
Rumion +8
Safety
Jolion Pro Limited +3
Practicality
Rumion +5
Ownership
Jolion Pro Limited +51
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Jolion Pro Limited
Performance
45/100
Efficiency
51/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
56/100
Ownership
94/100
Rumion
Performance
32/100
Efficiency
59/100
Safety
87/100
Practicality
61/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexGWM Jolion Pro Limited
leads the specification evidence index with 66 pts
vs 57 pts for Rumion
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Jolion Pro Limited leads. However, Rumion may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
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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.
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