GWM H6 PHEV vs GWM Jolion Pro

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 PHEV in South Africa

GWM H6 PHEV

1.5T Ultra Luxury Hi-4 4WD PHEV DHT Plug-in Hybrid Current
ZAR 749,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 268 kW 🔧 760 Nm ⛽ 90.9 km/l
VS
GWM Jolion Pro in South Africa

GWM Jolion Pro

1.5T Pro Ultra Luxury 7DCT Petrol Current
ZAR 466,450 ex-showroom
⚡ 105 kW 🔧 210 Nm ⛽ 12.3 km/l
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At a Glance — Who Wins What

Performance H6 PHEV
Fuel Economy H6 PHEV
🛡 Safety H6 PHEV
📦 Practicality H6 PHEV
🔑 Ownership Tie
Jolion Pro starts ZAR 307,750 cheaper H6 PHEV from ZAR 699,900 · Jolion Pro from ZAR 392,150

Key Specs Side by Side

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

Spec H6 PHEV Jolion Pro
Maximum Power 268 kW 105 kW
Maximum Torque 760 Nm 210 Nm
Engine Size 1500 cc 1500 cc
Claimed Mileage 90.9 km/l 12.3 km/l
Ground Clearance 170 mm 168 mm
Boot / Load Bay 560 l -
Airbags Front double, front side and side curtain airbags Dual SRS airbags with front side airbags; side curtain airbags grade dependent
Kerb Weight 1980 kg -
Seating Capacity - -
Warranty 7 years / 200 000 km 7 years / 200 000 km

= leads in this spec

The Bottom Line

H6 PHEV dominates this comparison with clear advantages across multiple categories.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance H6 PHEV +53 pts
Efficiency H6 PHEV +45 pts
Safety H6 PHEV +29 pts
Practicality H6 PHEV +3 pts
Ownership Equal

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

🏆 Overall Winner

H6 PHEV

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • Stronger safety package
  • More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
  • No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to: Highway Driving Fuel Efficiency Family Usage

Jolion Pro

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

Which One's Right for You?

H6 PHEV

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability

Jolion Pro

  • Buyers looking for a balanced all-round vehicle

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec H6 PHEV Jolion Pro
Model Introduced Year Current local generation year not confirmed Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation Current South African H6 PHEV listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data. Current South African Jolion Pro listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
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. Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since Original current-generation version Original current-generation version
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. Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.5T Ultra Luxury Hi-4 4WD PHEV DHT -
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status published published
Segment SUV SUV
Vehicle Type SUV SUV
Tare Mass Kg 1946 kg 1376-1540 kg
Spec H6 PHEV Jolion Pro
Drivetrain Layout 4WD / AWD 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
Gearbox Automatic Automatic
Final Drive Ratio Not Applicable Not Applicable
Number of Gears Not Applicable 7
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Clutch Type Not Applicable Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator Yes Yes
Drivetrain 4x2 Front-wheel drive
4WD Engagement Available Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range Available Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range Not Applicable Not Applicable
4WD Selector Not Applicable Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles Not Applicable Not Applicable
Drive Mode Selector 4WD/off-road drive mode support -
Front Differential Lock Not Applicable Not Applicable
Gearbox Type Automatic Automatic
Low Range Ratio Not Applicable Not Applicable
Low Range Not Applicable Not Applicable
Axle Layout Two-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Rear Differential Lock Not Applicable Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds Not Applicable 7
Gear Shift Type Automatic Automatic
Differential Type Front - Not Available
Differential Type Rear - Not Available
Transfer Case Guard - Not Available

Overall Verdict Score

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

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

H6 PHEV leads by 27 points

H6 PHEV dominates this comparison with clear advantages across multiple categories.

Winner 73 /100
Lead 27 points
Data 79% confidence
73
#1 Winner

H6 PHEV

79% data confidence 2 strong categories
Best at Performance 98 Check Safety 38
Performance 98
Efficiency 96
Safety 38
Practicality 68
Ownership 65
Leads by 27 points
46
#2

Jolion Pro

70% data confidence 0 strong categories
Best at Practicality 65 Check Safety 9
Performance 45
Efficiency 51
Safety 9
Practicality 65
Ownership 65
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance H6 PHEV +53 Efficiency H6 PHEV +45 Safety H6 PHEV +29 Practicality H6 PHEV +3 Ownership Level

High confidence result.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

H6 PHEV

Performance 98/100
Efficiency 96/100
Safety 38/100
Practicality 68/100
Ownership 65/100

Jolion Pro

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

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 GWM H6 PHEV wins with 73 pts vs 46 pts for Jolion Pro

In structured scoring, H6 PHEV emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Jolion Pro 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 PHEV 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 PHEV 96 vs Jolion Pro 51. 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 PHEV 38, Jolion Pro 9. 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 PHEV 65, Jolion Pro 65. 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 PHEV 68, Jolion Pro 65. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: H6 PHEV 98, Jolion Pro 45. 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 PHEV edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The H6 PHEV 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 PHEV and Jolion Pro in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: H6 PHEV scores 98 vs 45.

Efficiency: H6 PHEV scores 96 vs 51.

Safety: H6 PHEV scores 38 vs 9.

Practicality: H6 PHEV scores 68 vs 65.

Ownership: H6 PHEV scores 65 vs 65.

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