GWM Jolion Pro Limited vs Chery Tiggo 4 Cross

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 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 ⛽ 12.3 km/l
VS
Chery Tiggo 4 Cross in South Africa

Chery Tiggo 4 Cross

LiT MT Petrol Manual
ZAR 279,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 83 kW 🔧 170 Nm ⛽ 14.3 km/l
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At a Glance — Who Wins What

Performance Jolion Pro Limited
Fuel Economy Tiggo 4 Cross
🛡 Safety Tiggo 4 Cross
📦 Practicality Tiggo 4 Cross
🔑 Ownership Jolion Pro Limited
Tiggo 4 Cross starts ZAR 431450 cheaper Jolion Pro Limited from ZAR 431,450 · Tiggo 4 Cross from ZAR 279,900

Key Specs Side by Side

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

Spec Jolion Pro Limited Tiggo 4 Cross
Engine Power 105 kW 83 kW
Torque 210 Nm 170 Nm
Engine Size 1500 cc 1.5 cc
Claimed Mileage 12.3 km/l 14.3 km/l
Ground Clearance 168 mm 180 mm
Boot / Load Bay 255-1133 l -
Airbags Dual SRS airbags with front side airbags; side curtain airbags grade dependent Multiple airbags
Kerb Weight 1410-1575 kg -
Seating Capacity 5 5
Warranty 7 years / 200 000 km 5 Years / 150 000 km

= leads in this spec

The Bottom Line

Tiggo 4 Cross has a slight advantage, but Jolion Pro Limited remains highly competitive.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance Jolion Pro Limited +7 pts
Efficiency Tiggo 4 Cross +5 pts
Safety Tiggo 4 Cross +66 pts
Practicality Tiggo 4 Cross +11 pts
Ownership Jolion Pro Limited +18 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

Jolion Pro Limited

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

Tiggo 4 Cross

Strengths
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • Stronger safety package
  • More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to: Fuel Efficiency Family Usage

Which One's Right for You?

Jolion Pro Limited

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Tiggo 4 Cross

  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec Jolion Pro Limited Tiggo 4 Cross
Model Introduced Year Current local generation year not confirmed 2026
Generation Current South African Jolion Pro Limited listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data. Current South Africa Tiggo 4 Cross range
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. Current South Africa version listed by official source
Facelift Launched Since Original current-generation version 2026
Facelift Version Ending Current Current
Body Style SUV SUV
Color Note Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering. -
Dealer Stock Note Top grade in the South Africa lineup -
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status published active
Segment SUV SUV
Vehicle Type SUV SUV
Spec Jolion Pro Limited Tiggo 4 Cross
Ground Clearance 168 mm 180 mm
Wheelbase 2700 mm 2610 mm
Length 4472 mm 4351 mm
Width 1841 mm 1831 mm
Height 1619 mm 1662 mm
Kerb Weight 1410-1575 kg -
Gross Vehicle Weight 1845-2025 kg 1701 kg
Seating Capacity 5 5
Boot Space 255-1133 l -
Towing Capacity - -
Front Track Width - -
Rear Track Width - -
Turning Radius - -
Load Bed Length 255-1133 l -
Load Bed Width - -
Front Legroom - -
Rear Legroom - -
Front Headroom - -
Rear Headroom - -
Front Shoulder Room - -
Rear Shoulder Room - -
Boot Space Seats Folded - -
Number of Doors 5 5
Max Payload - -
Boot Volume 255-1133 l -
Doors 5 5
Seats 5 5
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 l -
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg 1845-2025 kg 1701 kg
Ground Clearance Max 168 mm 180 mm
Ground Clearance Min 168 mm 180 mm
Ground Clearance Mm 168 mm 180 mm
Height Mm 1619 mm 1662 mm
Length Mm 4472 mm 4351 mm
Loadbox Length Mm 255-1133 l -
Loadbox Width Mm - -
Payload Kg - -
Cargo Volume 255-1133 l -
Tare Mass Kg 1410-1575 kg -
Turning Circle - -
Turning Circle M - -
Width Mm 1841 mm 1831 mm

Overall Verdict Score

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

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

Tiggo 4 Cross leads by 13 points

Tiggo 4 Cross has a slight advantage, but Jolion Pro Limited remains highly competitive.

Winner 57 /100
Lead 13 points
Data 68% confidence
57
#1 Winner

Tiggo 4 Cross

68% data confidence 1 strong categories
Best at Safety 75 Check Performance 38
Performance 38
Efficiency 56
Safety 75
Practicality 67
Ownership 47
Leads by 13 points
44
#2

Jolion Pro Limited

76% data confidence 0 strong categories
Best at Ownership 65 Check Safety 9
Performance 45
Efficiency 51
Safety 9
Practicality 56
Ownership 65
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance Jolion Pro Limited +7 Efficiency Tiggo 4 Cross +5 Safety Tiggo 4 Cross +66 Practicality Tiggo 4 Cross +11 Ownership Jolion Pro Limited +18

Moderate difference between the models.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

Tiggo 4 Cross

Performance 38/100
Efficiency 56/100
Safety 75/100
Practicality 67/100
Ownership 47/100

Jolion Pro Limited

Performance 45/100
Efficiency 51/100
Safety 9/100
Practicality 56/100
Ownership 65/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Chery Tiggo 4 Cross wins with 57 pts vs 44 pts for Jolion Pro Limited

In structured scoring, Tiggo 4 Cross 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 Tiggo 4 Cross 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 51 vs Tiggo 4 Cross 56. 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, Tiggo 4 Cross 75. 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, Tiggo 4 Cross 47. 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 56, Tiggo 4 Cross 67. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: Jolion Pro Limited 45, Tiggo 4 Cross 38. 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 Tiggo 4 Cross edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The Tiggo 4 Cross 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 Tiggo 4 Cross in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Jolion Pro Limited scores 45 vs 38.

Efficiency: Jolion Pro Limited scores 51 vs 56.

Safety: Jolion Pro Limited scores 9 vs 75.

Practicality: Jolion Pro Limited scores 56 vs 67.

Ownership: Jolion Pro Limited scores 65 vs 47.

Final structured scoring gives Tiggo 4 Cross the advantage in this comparison.