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.
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Which One's Right for You?
Jolion Pro
Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
RAV4
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Jolion Pro
RAV4
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2026
Generation
Current South African Jolion Pro listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
All-new sixth-generation RAV4 introduced in South Africa in July 2026
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.
Full model change for 2026 with HEV, PHEV and GR-Sport derivatives
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Full model change for 2026 with HEV, PHEV and GR-Sport derivatives
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current South African 2026 specification
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
published
Segment
SUV
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1376-1540 kg
1725-1740 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Spec
Jolion Pro
RAV4
Length
4472 mm
4645 mm
Width
1841 mm
1880 mm
Height
1619 mm
1680 mm
Wheelbase
2700 mm
2690 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
168 mm
186 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
55 l
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Boot/Cargo Space
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732 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
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2230 kg
Towing Capacity
-
1000 kg
Minimum Turning Radius
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5.6 m
Spec
Jolion Pro
RAV4
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
1620 mm
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
1650 mm
Front Suspension
Not Available
Tread (mm) 1620
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Tread (mm) 1650
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
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Spec
Jolion Pro
RAV4
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Not Available
Auto Dual zone
Power Windows
Not Available
All All One Touch
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard Smart Entry
Push Button Start
Not Available
Push Start
Wireless Charging
Standard
Standard Front x1
Sunroof
Not Available
Moon roof
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Standard Power
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
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AC Type
Not Available
Auto Dual zone
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
-
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
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
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Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
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Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
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
Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor
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
Standard Front x1
Spec
Jolion Pro
RAV4
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
2.5-litre Petrol Hybrid
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Hybrid
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Self Charging Hybrid
Engine Displacement
1500 cc
2500 cc
Cylinders
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Petrol Hybrid
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
87.5 mm
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
103.48 mm
Maximum Power
105 kW
137 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
210 Nm
221 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type
FWD
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission
Not Officially Disclosed
CVT
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
180 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Sport, Trail, Snow
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
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 Officially Disclosed
Spec
Jolion Pro
RAV4
Gearbox
Automatic
CVT
Drivetrain Layout
Front-wheel drive
AWD E-FOUR
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Standard Front + Rear,
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
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Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
-
Number of Gears
7
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
Automatic
CVT
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
-
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
-
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
AWD E-FOUR
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Permanent electric all-wheel drive
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
Standard
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
CVT
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Front-wheel drive
AWD E-FOUR
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
-
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
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Transmission Speeds
7
Not Applicable
Spec
Jolion Pro
RAV4
Claimed Mileage
12.3 km/l
21.3 km/l
City Mileage
9.9 km/l
17.2 km/l
Highway Mileage
14.5 km/l
24.8 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
55 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
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AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Available
Real-world Mileage
12.3 km/l
21.3 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
-
Charging Type
Not Applicable
-
Fuel Tank Litres
55 l
55
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
-
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
RAV4
Airbags
Dual SRS airbags with front side airbags; side curtain airbags grade dependent
Driver Knee, Front Side, Rear Curtain, Front Curtain
ABS
Not Available
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
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Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Standard 2
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard Standard Eco / Normal /
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
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Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Front + Rear
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Intelligent Clearance Sonar
AEB
Not Available
Standard
BA
Not Available
Standard Standard Eco / Normal /
Brake Override System
Not Available
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Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Standard
EBD
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Standard
Hill Hold
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
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Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
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Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Front + Rear
Side Airbags
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
TCS
Not Available
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Knee Airbag
Not Available
Standard
ABS EBD
Not Available
Standard
Spec
Jolion Pro
RAV4
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard Adaptive, All Speed
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard Adaptive, All Speed
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Standard Lane Trace Assist
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard Lane Trace Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Standard Safe Exit Assist
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
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Parking Sensors
Not Available
Intelligent Clearance Sonar
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor
360 Degree Camera
Panoramic view monitor
Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
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Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Auto, Rainsensing
EV Mode
Not Available
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Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Intelligent Clearance Sonar
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard Adaptive, All Speed
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Panoramic view monitor
Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Standard Safe Exit Assist
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Standard
Pre-Collision System
Standard
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Surround View Camera
Panoramic view monitor
Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor
Spec
Jolion Pro
RAV4
Seat Material
Not Applicable
GR Sport Leather Sporty
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Standard Front
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Available
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Standard
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
3 Spoke Heated, GR-S Leather
Interior Colour Options
3
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60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
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Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Driver & Passenger Power
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Driver & Passenger Power
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
GR Sport Leather Sporty
Spec
Jolion Pro
RAV4
Infotainment System
SYNC
JBL Display Audio, 12.9-inch
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Standard
Android Auto
Wireless
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Wireless
Standard
Number of Speakers
Not Available
Standard 9 Standard Audio, Info Display, Voice
Navigation System
Standard
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Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Standard 12.3-inch
USB Ports
Not Available
Standard 5PCs
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless
Standard
Voice Recognition
Standard
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Infotainment Screen Size
12.3
12.9-inch
Infotainment Display
12.3
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Infotainment Screen
12.3
12.9-inch
Connected Services
Wireless
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Voice Control
Standard
-
Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless
-
Touchscreen
12.3
12.9-inch
Spec
Jolion Pro
RAV4
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Standard
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Standard LED
Roof Rails
Not Available
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
3
Platinum White Pearl, Attitude Black, Smokey Blue, Urban Khaki, Fierce Red and selected bi-tone finishes
Body Type
SUV
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Exterior Colour Options
3
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Headlights
Not Available
Standard
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
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Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
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Spec
Jolion Pro
RAV4
Approach Angle
Not Available
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Departure Angle
Not Available
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Wading Depth
Not Available
-
Terrain Modes
Not Available
-
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
-
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Permanent electric all-wheel drive
Breakover Angle
Not Available
-
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
-
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
-
Ground Clearance Max
168 mm
186 mm
Ground Clearance Min
168 mm
186 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
-
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
-
Crawl Control
Not Available
-
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
-
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
RAV4
Tyre Size
Not Available
R:235-50R20 Alloy
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Space Saver 165-90D18 Steel F:235-50R20 Alloy-
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
R:235-50R20 Alloy
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
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Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Electric
Spec
Jolion Pro
RAV4
Service Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
12 months / 15 000 km
Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
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Battery Warranty
8 Years / 160,000 km
8 years 160 000 km
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
6 Services / 90 000 km
Service Plan Distance
7 years / 75 000 km
6 Services / 90 000 km
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
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Alternator
110A
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Service Plan
7 years / 75 000 km
6 Services / 90 000 km
Service Intervals
12 months / 15 000 km
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Spec
Jolion Pro
RAV4
Warranty Years
7 years / 200 000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
7 years / 200 000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
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
3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance
7 years / unlimited km
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Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
7 years / unlimited km
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Spec
Jolion Pro
RAV4
CO2 Emissions
Not Applicable
107 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
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Particulate Filter
Not Available
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Spec
Jolion Pro
RAV4
Ownership Role
Top
Private and family
Price Zar
466450 ZAR
941800 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Flagship
Starting Price
466450
941800
Starting Price Zar
466450
941800
In depth: how these cars differ
This Jolion Pro and RAV4 comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Jolion Pro 45 vs RAV4 50.
Efficiency index: Jolion Pro 51 vs RAV4 84.
Safety-equipment index: Jolion Pro 88 vs RAV4 93.
Practicality index: Jolion Pro 65 vs RAV4 71.
Ownership-cover index: Jolion Pro 65 vs RAV4 not separately scored.
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.
Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
RAV4 leads by 10 points
RAV4 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Jolion Pro remains close.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
RAV4
Performance
50/100
Efficiency
84/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
71/100
Jolion Pro
Performance
45/100
Efficiency
51/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
65/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexToyota RAV4
leads the specification evidence index with 73 pts
vs 63 pts for Jolion Pro
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, RAV4 leads. However, Jolion Pro 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 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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