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Decision summary
GWM Jolion Pro vs Hyundai New CRETA: the short answer
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Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Jolion Pro
New CRETA
Maximum Power
Jolion Pro105 kW
New CRETA-
Maximum Torque
Jolion Pro210 Nm
New CRETA-
Engine Size
Jolion Pro1500 cc
New CRETA-
Combined Fuel Economy
Jolion Pro12.3 km/l
New CRETA-
Ground Clearance
Jolion Pro168 mm
New CRETA-
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Spec
Jolion Pro
New CRETA
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
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Generation
Current South African Jolion Pro listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
New-generation South African CRETA preview
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.
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Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
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Facelift Version Ending
Current
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Body Style
SUV
SUV
Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
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Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
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Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
published
upcoming
Segment
SUV
Compact SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1376-1540 kg
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Vehicle Type
SUV
Passenger Vehicle
Spec
Jolion Pro
New CRETA
Length
4472 mm
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Width
1841 mm
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Height
1619 mm
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Wheelbase
2700 mm
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Ground Clearance (Default)
168 mm
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Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
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Seating Capacity
5 seats
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Doors
5 doors
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Spec
Jolion Pro
New CRETA
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
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Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
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Front Suspension
Not Available
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Rear Suspension
Not Available
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MagneRide Damping
Not Available
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Spec
Jolion Pro
New CRETA
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
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Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
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Climate Control
Not Available
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Power Windows
Not Available
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Keyless Entry
Not Available
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Push Button Start
Not Available
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Wireless Charging
Standard
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Sunroof
Not Available
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Electric Tailgate
Not Available
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Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
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Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
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AC Type
Not Available
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Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
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Engine Warranty
5
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Performance Data Logger
Not Available
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Rev Matching
Not Available
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Voice Command
Standard
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Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
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Bed Extender
Not Available
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Canopy Fitment
Not Available
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Diff Lock
Not Available
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Difflock
Not Available
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Front Diff Lock
Not Available
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Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
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Load Bed Cover
Not Available
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Load Bed Light
Not Available
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Load Bed Steps
Not Available
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Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
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Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
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Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
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Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
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Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
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One Pedal Driving
Not Available
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Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
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Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
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Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
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Source Model Column
jolion-pro
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Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
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Sports Bar
Not Available
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Surround View Monitor
Panoramic view monitor
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Tailgate Damper
Not Available
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Tailgate Lock
Not Available
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Tow Bar Type
Not Available
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Trim Level
top
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Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
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Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
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Vehicle To Load
Not Available
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Wireless Charger
Standard
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Spec
Jolion Pro
New CRETA
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
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Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
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Fuel Type
Petrol
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Hybrid System
Not Applicable
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Engine Displacement
1500 cc
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Cylinders
Not Officially Disclosed
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Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
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Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
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Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
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Aspiration
Turbocharged
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Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
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Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
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Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
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Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
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Maximum Power
105 kW
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Maximum Torque
210 Nm
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Combined Power
Not Applicable
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Combined Torque
Not Applicable
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Motor Type
Not Applicable
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Number of Motors
Not Applicable
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Motor Location
Not Applicable
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Drive Type
FWD
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Transmission
Not Officially Disclosed
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Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
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0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
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Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
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Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
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Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
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Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
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Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
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Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
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Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
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Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
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Battery Type
Not Applicable
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Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
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Electric Range
Not Applicable
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AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
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DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
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AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
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DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
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Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
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Spec
Jolion Pro
New CRETA
Gearbox
Automatic
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Drivetrain Layout
Front-wheel drive
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LSD Available
Not Applicable
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Transfer Case
Not Applicable
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Differential Lock
Not Applicable
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Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
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Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
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Number of Gears
7
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Transmission Type
Automatic
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Clutch Type
Not Applicable
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Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
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Gear Shift Type
Automatic
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Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
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4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
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4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
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4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
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4WD Selector
Not Applicable
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Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
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Differential Type Front
Not Available
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Differential Type Rear
Not Available
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Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
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Gearbox Type
Automatic
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Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
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Low Range
Not Applicable
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Axle Layout
Front-wheel drive
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Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
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Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
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Transmission Speeds
7
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Spec
Jolion Pro
New CRETA
Claimed Mileage
12.3 km/l
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City Mileage
9.9 km/l
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Highway Mileage
14.5 km/l
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Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
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Emission Standard
Not Applicable
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AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
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Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
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Real-world Mileage
12.3 km/l
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Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
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Charging Type
Not Applicable
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Fuel Tank Litres
55 l
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Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
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Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
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Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
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Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
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Spec
Jolion Pro
New CRETA
Airbags
Dual SRS airbags with front side airbags; side curtain airbags grade dependent
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ABS
Not Available
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Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
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Traction Control
Not Available
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Hill Descent Control
Not Available
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Hill Start Assist
Not Available
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Child Safety Lock
Not Available
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ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
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Brake Assist
Not Available
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Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
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Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
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Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
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Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
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AEB
Not Available
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BA
Not Available
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Brake Override System
Not Available
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Curtain Airbags
Not Available
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Driver Airbag
Not Available
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EBD
Not Available
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Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
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Hill Hold
Not Available
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Passenger Airbag
Not Available
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
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Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
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Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
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Side Airbags
Standard
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Stability Control
Not Available
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TCS
Not Available
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Knee Airbag
Not Available
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ABS EBD
Not Available
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Spec
Jolion Pro
New CRETA
Cruise Control
Not Available
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
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Lane Keep Assist
Standard
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Lane Departure Warning
Standard
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Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
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Parking Sensors
Not Available
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Rear View Camera
Not Available
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360 Degree Camera
Panoramic view monitor
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Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
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Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
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Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
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Auto Highbeam
Not Available
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Auto Wipers
Not Available
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EV Mode
Not Available
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Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
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Reverse Camera
Not Available
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
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Park Assist
Not Available
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Around View Monitor
Panoramic view monitor
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Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
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Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
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Pre-Collision System
Standard
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Surround View Camera
Panoramic view monitor
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Spec
Jolion Pro
New CRETA
Seat Material
Not Applicable
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Heated Seats
Not Applicable
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Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
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Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
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Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
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Interior Colour Options
3
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60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
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Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
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Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
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Interior Courtesy Lamps
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Jolion Pro grade before assuming a feature is included.
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Interior Colours
3
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Seat Trim
Not Applicable
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Spec
Jolion Pro
New CRETA
Infotainment System
SYNC
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Apple CarPlay
Wireless
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Android Auto
Wireless
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Bluetooth Connectivity
Wireless
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Number of Speakers
Not Available
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Navigation System
Standard
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Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
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USB Ports
Not Available
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Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
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Wireless Android Auto
Wireless
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Voice Recognition
Standard
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Infotainment Screen Size
12.3
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Infotainment Display
12.3
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Infotainment Screen
12.3
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Connected Services
Wireless
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Voice Control
Standard
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Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless
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Touchscreen
12.3
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Spec
Jolion Pro
New CRETA
LED Headlamps
Not Available
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Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
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Fog Lamps
Not Available
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Roof Rails
Not Available
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Exterior Colour Options
3
Fiery Red, Titan Grey, Typhoon Silver, Atlas White, Abyss Black Pearl
Body Type
SUV
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Exterior Colour Options
3
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Headlights
Not Available
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Load Bed Liner
Not Available
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Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
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Active Exhaust
Not Available
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Spec
Jolion Pro
New CRETA
Approach Angle
Not Available
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Departure Angle
Not Available
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Wading Depth
Not Available
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Terrain Modes
Not Available
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Locking Differential
Not Applicable
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4WD System Type
Not Applicable
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Breakover Angle
Not Available
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Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
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Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
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Ground Clearance Max
168 mm
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Ground Clearance Min
168 mm
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Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
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Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
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Crawl Control
Not Available
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Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
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Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
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Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
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Terrain Response System
Not Available
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Underbody Camera
Not Available
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Spec
Jolion Pro
New CRETA
Tyre Size
Not Available
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Front Brake Type
Not Available
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Rear Brake Type
Not Available
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Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
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Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
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Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
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Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
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Spec
Jolion Pro
New CRETA
Service Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
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Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
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Battery Warranty
8 Years / 160,000 km
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Maintenance Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
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Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km
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First Service At
5000
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Service Plan Duration
7 years / 75 000 km
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Service Plan Distance
7 years / 75 000 km
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Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
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Alternator
110A
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Service Plan
7 years / 75 000 km
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Service Intervals
12 months / 15 000 km
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Spec
Jolion Pro
New CRETA
Warranty Years
7 years / 200 000 km
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Warranty Kilometers
7 years / 200 000 km
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Roadside Assistance
7 years / unlimited km
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Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
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Basic Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
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Roadside Assistance
7 years / unlimited km
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Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
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Warranty Roadside Assistance
7 years / unlimited km
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Spec
Jolion Pro
New CRETA
CO2 Emissions
Not Applicable
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Hybrid System Type
Not Available
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Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
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Particulate Filter
Not Available
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Spec
Jolion Pro
New CRETA
Ownership Role
Top
Compact family SUV
Price Zar
466450 ZAR
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Pricing Role
Current listed price
Announced price not publicly listed
Starting Price
466450
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Starting Price Zar
466450
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In depth: how these cars differ
This Jolion Pro and New CRETA comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.
Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.
Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.
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Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.
What the evidence means
No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.
Related comparisons
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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.
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