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.
Jolion starts ZAR 200,000 cheaperJolion from ZAR 409,900 · Tiggo 8 Pro Max from ZAR 609,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Jolion
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Maximum Power
115 kW @ 5500 rpm
187 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
250 Nm
390 Nm
Engine Size
1497 cc
2000 cc
Claimed Mileage
17.9 km/l
13.2 km/l
Ground Clearance
190 mm
203 mm
Boot / Load Bay
340 l
117 l
Airbags
6
Multiple airbags
Kerb Weight
1500 kg
1658 kg
Seating Capacity
-
-
Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 Year / 200 000 km
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
Both Jolion and Tiggo 8 Pro Max are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
+24 pts
Efficiency
Jolion
+21 pts
Safety
Equal
Practicality
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
+1 pts
Ownership
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
+12 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Jolion
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Less practical in daily usage
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:Fuel Efficiency
🏆 Overall Winner
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Strengths
More powerful engine output
More practical for daily use
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFamily Usage
Which One's Right for You?
Jolion
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
Jolion
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Hybrid System
Parallel Hybrid
Not Applicable
Combined Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
112.8 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
235.2 Nm/tonne
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Battery Voltage
48 V
Not Applicable
Bore
72.5 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Cylinders
4
4
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Engine Code
GW4B15A
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Displacement
1497 cc
2000 cc
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Petrol injection
Fuel Type
Hybrid
Petrol
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Regenerative Braking
Yes
Not Applicable
Stroke
90.8 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
188 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
16
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Maximum Torque
250 Nm
390 Nm
0-100 km/h
9.5 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
1.8 kWh
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Not Applicable
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Eco, Normal, Sport
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Hybrid
2-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Maximum Power
115 kW @ 5500 rpm
187 kW @ 5500 rpm
Transmission
Not Officially Disclosed
7-Speed DCT
Spec
Jolion
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
360 Degree Camera
Yes
Standard
Active Engine Braking
No
-
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Standard
Around View Monitor
Yes
Standard
Attention Assist
Yes
-
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
Standard
Automatic High Beam
Yes
-
Auto Highbeam
Yes
Standard
Auto Lights
Yes
-
Auto Park Assist
No
-
Auto Wipers
Yes
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Standard
Cruise Control
Yes
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
Standard
Eco Mode
Yes
-
Emergency Braking
Yes
-
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
Standard
Front Camera
Yes
-
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Standard
Park Assist
Yes
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Front and Rear
-
Parking Sensor
Front and Rear
-
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Standard
Pre-Collision System
Yes
-
Rain Sensor Wipers
Yes
-
Rear View Camera
Yes
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
Standard
Rear View Camera
Yes
-
Reverse Camera
Yes
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
Yes
-
Reversing Camera
Yes
-
Sport Mode
Yes
-
Surround View Camera
Yes
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
Not Available
EV Mode
Yes
-
Spec
Jolion
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
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
No
Standard
Clutch Type
Wet Multi-Disc
Automatic clutch
Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
Not Available
-
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
-
Drive Mode Selector
Yes
-
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
FWD
Drivetrain Layout
Front Engine Front Wheel Drive
FWD
Engine Position
Front Transverse
-
Final Drive Ratio
3.73
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
2
7
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Standard
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Electric
Gearbox
DHT Hybrid Transmission
7 DCT
Gearbox Type
DHT Hybrid Transmission
7 DCT
LSD Available
No
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
Standard
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Reverse Gear Warning
Yes
-
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
14.7:1
-
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
-
Transmission Speeds
2
7
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Axle Layout
FWD
FWD
Spec
Jolion
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Approach Angle
19 deg
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
19 deg
-
Crawl Control
Not Available
-
Departure Angle
26 deg
Not Available
Departure Angle Deg
26 deg
-
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
-
Ground Clearance Max
190 mm
203 mm
Ground Clearance Min
190 mm
203 mm
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Standard
Locking Differential
No
Not Applicable
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
-
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
-
Ramp Breakover Angle
16 deg
-
Ramp-over Angle
17 deg
-
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
-
Recovery Hooks
No
-
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
-
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
-
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Applicable
Terrain Response System
Not Available
-
Underbody Camera
Not Available
-
Underbody Protection
No
-
Breakover Angle
16 deg
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Jolion
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Standard
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
-
Adjustable Front Seat
Yes
-
Ambient Lighting
Yes
Standard
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Armrest Front
Folding with storage
-
Armrest Rear
Centre folding with cupholders
-
Boot Space Seats Down
1133
-
Cargo Hooks In Boot
Yes
-
Cargo Net
No
-
Cooled Seats
No
-
Cup Holders
Yes
-
Driver Seat
Yes
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
8-Way Electric
Power
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 Split
-
Heated Seats
Yes
Standard
Interior Colour Options
2
-
Interior Colours
2
-
Interior Courtesy Lights
LED
-
Interior Trim Colour
Black with silver accents
-
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Leather
-
Leather Seats
Yes
-
Driver Lumbar Support
Yes
-
Door Map Pockets
Yes
-
Memory Seats
Yes
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-Way Manual
Power
Rear AC Vents
Yes
-
Rear Armrest
Yes
-
Rear Headrest
Adjustable
-
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
Yes
-
Rear Seat Ventilation
No
-
Seat Adjustment
Yes
-
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
Yes
-
Seat Adjustment Driver Fore Aft
Yes
-
Seat Adjustment Driver Height
Yes
-
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
-
Seat Fold Type
60/40 split fold
-
Seat Material
Leather
Leatherette / leather
Seat Trim
Leather
Leatherette / leather
Front Shoulder Room
1430 mm
Not Available
Rear Shoulder Room
1390 mm
Not Available
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Steering Type
Yes
-
Third Row Seating Capacity
0
-
Third Row Seats
No
-
Rear USB Ports
Yes
-
Ventilated Seats
No
Standard
Boot Light
Yes
-
Fabric Seats
No
-
Instrument Cluster Type
Digital Instrument Cluster
-
Interior Courtesy Lamps
10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen on LS, 12.3-inch on LT and Hybrid variants. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto across the range. Leather upholstery on LT and Hybrid LT (synthetic leather on Hybrid LS, fabric on
-
Steering Wheel Material
Leather Wrapped
Leather
Front Headrest
Adjustable
-
Spec
Jolion
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
ABS
Yes
Standard
ABS EBD
Yes
Standard
AEB
Yes
Standard
Airbags
6
Multiple airbags
Alarm System
Yes
-
BA
Yes
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
-
Brake Override System
Yes
Standard
Central Locking
Yes
-
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Standard
Driver Airbag
Yes
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
-
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
-
EBD
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Standard
ESC With Traction Control
Yes
-
Fatigue Detection
Yes
-
Hill Hold
Yes
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Standard
Lane Change Warning
Yes
-
Safety Rating
5
-
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Standard
Pedestrian Detection AEB
Yes
-
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Standard
Side Airbags
Yes
Standard
Side Impact Beams
Yes
-
Speed Alert System
Yes
-
Stability Control
Yes
Standard
TCS
Yes
Standard
Tracking System
Optional
-
Traction Control
Yes
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Standard
Whiplash Protection
Yes
-
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
-
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Standard
Brake Assist
Yes
Standard
Knee Airbag
No
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Yes
Standard
Spec
Jolion
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Accelerator 0 100
115 sec
-
12V Accessory Socket
Yes
-
Active Safety Alert
Yes
-
Adaptive Dampers
No
-
Aero Kit
No
-
Air Conditioning
Yes
Automatic
Auto Dimming Mirror
Yes
-
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
-
Automatic High Beam
Yes
-
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Boot Opener
Yes
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
540 l
739 l
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Centre Console
Full-length with storage
-
Chrome Exterior Highlights
Yes
-
Chrome Grille
Yes
-
Climate Control
Yes
Automatic
Climate Zones
2
-
Coat Hooks Rear
Yes
-
Common Rail Injection
Direct Injection
-
Cornering Lights
Yes
-
Diff Lock
No
-
Difflock
No
-
Digital Speedometer
Yes
-
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
-
Door Opening Angle
90 deg
-
Door Sill Trim
Aluminium
-
Drag Coefficient
0.34
-
Driver Display
Digital
-
Driver Drowsiness Detection
Yes
-
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
Electric
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
-
Electric Tailgate
Yes
Standard
Engine Check Warning
Yes
-
Engine Start Button Illumination
Yes
-
Engine Start Stop
Yes
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Standard
Engine Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
-
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
-
Follow Me Home Lights
Yes
-
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Front Reading Lamps
Yes
-
Front Wiper
Yes
-
Front Wipers Type
Variable intermittent
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
5.6
-
Fuel Lid Opener
Yes
-
Glove Box
Lockable illuminated
-
Glovebox Cooling
No
-
Grab Handles Rear
Yes
-
Headlamp Height Adjust
Yes
-
Headlamp Washer
No
-
Headrest Adjustable
Yes
-
Headrest Front
Adjustable
-
Headrest Rear
Adjustable
-
Heads Up Display
Yes
-
Heated Mirrors
Yes
-
Hill Start Assist
Yes
-
Horn Type
Electric
-
Impact Sensing Door Unlock
Yes
-
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Yes
-
Intelligent Speed Assist
Yes
-
Intercooler
Yes
-
Lift Gate
Yes
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
-
Load Bed Light
Not Available
-
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
-
Load Sill Height
Low
-
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
-
Low Speed Manoeuvring Assist
Yes
-
Manual Aircon
Yes
-
Mirror
Electric Adjustable
-
Electric Mirror Folding
Electric
-
Multi Function Steering
Yes
-
Oil Pressure Warning
Yes
-
Panoramic Roof
Yes
Standard
Panoramic Roof Size
Full-length
-
Passive Entry Start
Yes
-
Performance Data Logger
No
-
Power Mirrors
Yes
-
Power Socket 12v
Yes
-
Power Windows
Yes
Standard
Powered Tailgate
Yes
-
Puddle Lights
Yes
-
Push Button Start
Yes
Standard
Push Button Start
Yes
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Standard
Reading Lights Front
Yes
-
Reading Lights Rear
Yes
-
Rear Air Conditioning
Yes
-
Rear Defogger
Yes
-
Rear Diff Lock
No
-
Rear LED Combination Taillights
Yes
-
Rear Seat Split
60/40
-
Rear Window Defroster
Yes
-
Rear Wing
Integrated Spoiler
-
Rearview Mirror Inside
Yes
-
Remote Central Locking
Yes
-
Remote Engine Start
Yes
-
Remote Side Mirror
Yes
-
Remote Start
No
-
Rev Counter
Yes
-
Rev Matching
No
-
Ride Mode Selection
Yes
-
Roof Antenna
Shark Fin Antenna
-
Roof Load
50 kg
-
Roof Rack Compatibility
Yes
-
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Yes
-
Seat Type
High Bolster Sports Seat
-
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Yes
-
Service Reminder
Yes
-
Side Impact Bars
Yes
-
Side Steps
No
-
Skid Plates
No
-
Snow Mode
Yes
-
Sonar
Front and Rear
-
Sound System
9
8
Source Model Column
jolion
-
Spare Wheel
Yes
Not Available
Speed Alert System
Yes
-
Speed Limiter
Yes
-
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
-
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Stabilizer Bar
Yes
-
Stabilizer Bar Front
Yes
-
Stabilizer Bar Rear
Yes
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Steering Mounted Controls
Yes
-
Steering Response
Progressive
-
Sub Frame
Full front and rear
-
Sunroof
Yes
Standard
Sunvisors
Dual with vanity mirrors
-
Surround View Monitor
Yes
Standard
Tail Lamps
Yes
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
-
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Temperature Gauge
Yes
-
Tie Down Hooks
Yes
-
Tow Bar Type
Receiver hitch compatible
-
TPMS
Yes
Standard
Trailer Hitch
No
-
Trim Level
top
-
Trip Computer
Yes
-
Tyre Repair Kit
No
-
Unlocking
Yes
Standard
Uv Protection Glass
Yes
-
Vanity Mirror
Yes
-
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
Yes
-
Vdc
Yes
-
Voice Command
Yes
-
Voice Command Support
Yes
-
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Yes
-
Walk Away Lock
Yes
-
Welcome Lighting
Yes
-
Wind Deflectors
No
-
Wireless Charger
Yes
Standard
Wireless Charging
Yes
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
540 l
739 l
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Type
Yes
Automatic
Auto Dimming Irvm
Yes
-
Bottle Holders
Yes
-
Keyless Entry
Yes
Standard
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
-
Pedal Covers
Aluminium-style
-
Rim Size
18
235/50 R19
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Variant Role
Mid-to-high value derivative
-
Rear Reading Lamps
Yes
-
Tachometer
Yes
-
Front Power Outlet
Yes
-
Spec
Jolion
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Active Exhaust
Not Available
-
Alloy Wheel Design
Multi-Spoke Alloy
-
Auto Headlights
Yes
-
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
-
Body Cladding
Yes
-
Body Type
SUV
-
Chrome Exterior Finish
Yes
-
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Standard
Daytime Running Lights
Yes
Standard
Door Handle Finish
Body Coloured
-
DRL
Yes
Standard
Electric Blind Sunroof
Yes
-
Exterior Colour Options
6
White, black, grey, silver, blue, green and other official Chery market colours by model.
Exterior Colour Options
6
-
Exterior Door Handle Colour
Body Coloured
-
Exterior Mirror Electric
Yes
-
Exterior Mirror Folding
Electric
-
Exterior Mirror Heated
Yes
-
Exterior Mirror Memory
No
-
Exterior Mirror Turn Indicator
Yes
-
Fog Lamps
Yes
Standard
Fog Lights
Yes
-
Front Fog Lamps
Yes
Standard
Front Fog Lights
Yes
-
Headlamp Levelling
Yes
-
Headlamps
Yes
Standard
Headlight Type
Yes
Standard
Headlights
Yes
Standard
LED Headlamps
Yes
Standard
Led Headlights
Yes
Standard
Led Taillights
Yes
-
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
-
Wing Mirror Type
Electric Adjustable
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Yes
Standard
Rear Fog Lights
Yes
-
Rear Overhang
890 mm
-
Rear Spoiler
Yes
-
Rear Wiper
Yes
-
Roof Rails
Yes
Standard
Roof Type
Metal Roof
-
Rear Spoiler
Yes
-
Sunroof Slide
Yes
-
Sunroof Tilt
Yes
-
Front Overhang
880 mm
-
Spec
Jolion
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
AdBlue Tank Capacity
No
Not Applicable
Average Fuel Consumption
5.6 l/100km
7.6 l/100km
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
City Mileage
14.6 km/l
Not Available
Claimed Fuel Consumption
5.6 l/100km
7.6 l/100km
Claimed Mileage
17.9 km/l
13.2 km/l
Combined Consumption
5.6 l/100km
7.6 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
5.6 l/100km
7.6 l/100km
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Distance To Empty
Yes
-
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro VIb
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
4.9 l/100km
-
Fuel Consumption Urban
6.8 l/100km
-
Fuel Economy City
5.0
-
Fuel Economy Combined
5.6 l/100km
7.6 l/100km
Fuel Economy Highway
5.5
-
Fuel Efficiency
5.6 l/100km
7.6 l/100km
Fuel Filler Cap
Lockable
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
51 l
Fuel Tank Litres
55
51
Highway Mileage
20.5 km/l
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
-
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
17.9 km/l
13.2 km/l
Auto Start Stop
Yes
Not Available
Charging Type
No plug-in — self-charging hybrid
Not Applicable
Spec
Jolion
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Alternator
110A
-
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
-
Battery Warranty
8 Years / 160,000 km
-
First Service At
5000
-
Maintenance Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
-
Engine Oil Capacity
5.5 l
-
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km
-
Service Interval
10000
-
Service Intervals
10000
-
Service Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
7 Year / 90 000 km
Service Plan Distance
5 Years / 75,000 km
7 Year / 90 000 km
Service Plan Duration
5 Years / 75,000 km
7 Year / 90 000 km
Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
-
Spec
Jolion
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Android Auto
Yes
Standard
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Standard
Audio
Yes
-
Audio Controls On Steering
Yes
-
Audio Speakers
9
8
Audio System
Yes
-
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Standard
Connected Services
Yes
-
Digital Instrument Cluster
Yes
Standard
Display Audio
12.3-inch Touchscreen
-
FM Radio
Yes
-
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
3
-
Head Up Display
Yes
-
Infotainment System
12.3-inch Touchscreen
Touchscreen infotainment
Infotainment Display
12.3-inch Touchscreen
-
Infotainment Screen
12.3-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch or larger by trim
Laminated Windscreen
Yes
-
Navigation System
Yes
-
Premium Audio
Yes
-
Radio
Yes
-
Rear Usb
Yes
-
Infotainment Screen Size
12.3-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch or larger by trim
Smartphone Connectivity
Yes
-
Number of Speakers
9
8
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
-
Touchscreen
12.3-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch or larger by trim
USB Ports
3
Front and rear USB where listed
Voice Control
Yes
-
Voice Recognition
Yes
-
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Yes
-
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
Standard
Multi Information Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
-
Spec
Jolion
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
-
Basic Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 Year / 200 000 km
Roadside Assistance
Yes
-
Roadside Assistance
Yes
-
Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 Year / 200 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 Year / 200 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
Yes
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Warranty Years
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 Year / 200 000 km
Spec
Jolion
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Auto Brake Hold
Yes
-
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Yes
-
Brake Type Rear
Disc
-
Cornering Brake Control
Yes
-
Electric Park Brake
Electronic
-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Front Brake Disc Diameter
308 mm
-
Front Tyre Width
215 mm
-
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Yes
-
Parking Brake Type
Electronic
-
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
292 mm
-
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Tyre Width
215 mm
-
Spare Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Spare Wheel Location
Under vehicle / boot floor
-
Spare Wheel Size Type
Steel
-
Spare Wheel Type
Yes
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Trim
Leather Wrapped
-
Tyre Load Index
94
-
Tyre Pressure Display
Yes
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Yes
Standard
Tyre Size
215/55R18
235/50 R19
Tyre Speed Rating
V
-
Tyre Type
Radial
-
Wheel Cover
Alloy
-
Wheel Diameter
18
235/50 R19
Wheel Locking Nuts
Yes
-
Wheel Material
Multi-Spoke Alloy
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Wheel Rim Size
18
235/50 R19
Wheel Size Type
18
-
Wheel Type
Multi-Spoke Alloy
-
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
-
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Electronic parking brake
Leather Steering Wheel
Leather Wrapped
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Wheels
Multi-Spoke Alloy
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Brakes
Ventilated Disc
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Spec
Jolion
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
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Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
published
active
Segment
SUV
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1500 kg
1658 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Model Introduced Year
2021
2023
Generation
Jolion sold in South Africa is the first generation under the Jolion nameplate, derived from Haval's L.E.M.O.N. modular platform launched in 2020. Local specification differs from the Chinese-domestic version in suspension calibration (slightly softer for SA road conditions), cabin material grades (higher) and infotainment software localisation.
Current South Africa Tiggo 8 Pro Max range
Facelift History
Haval Jolion received a mid-cycle update in 2023 that brought the 12.3-inch infotainment screen to LT as standard (replacing the original 10.25-inch unit), added wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto across the range, refined driver-assistance calibration, and updated front-end styling with revised headlamp signatures. The hybrid variants were introduced to the South African market in 2024 as a separate trim ladder rather than a powertrain option on existing trims.
Current South Africa version listed by official source
Facelift Launched Since
2024
2023
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Color Note
Hamilton White, Crystal White, Pittsburgh Silver, Mars Red, Atlantic Blue and Dignity Black. Some colours are limited to specific trim levels and availability changes annually.
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Spec
Jolion
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Boot/Cargo Space
340 l
117 l
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
51 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2200 kg
2211 kg
Ground Clearance (Default)
190 mm
203 mm
Front Headroom
990 mm
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Rear Headroom
960 mm
-
Height
1628 mm
1705 mm
Kerb Weight
1500 kg
1658 kg
Front Legroom
1050 mm
-
Rear Legroom
890 mm
-
Length
4472 mm
4720 mm
Seating Capacity
5 seats
7 seats
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
-
Minimum Turning Radius
11.4 m
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Wheelbase
2700 mm
2710 mm
Width
1841 mm
1860 mm
Spec
Jolion
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Chassis Material
Monocoque
-
Chassis Type
Monocoque
-
Front Spring Type
Coil Spring
-
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
-
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson strut
Front Track Width
1560 mm
1582 mm
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
-
Power Steering
Yes
-
Rear Axle Type
Multi-Link Independent
-
Rear Spring Type
Coil Spring
-
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
-
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link Independent
Multi-link
Rear Track Width
1570 mm
1604 mm
Shock Absorber Type
Hydraulic
-
Shock Absorbers
Hydraulic
-
Steering Column
Adjustable
-
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link Independent
Multi-link
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
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Spec
Jolion
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
CO2 Emissions
128 g/km
180 g/km
CO2 Emissions G Km
128
-
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
-
Fuel Evaporation Control
EVAP Canister
-
Green NCAP Rating
4/5
-
Idle CO2 Output
128
-
Noise Level
Low
-
Particulate Filter
No
-
Variable Valve Timing
Yes
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
95 Octane Unleaded
Petrol
Start Stop System
Yes
-
Hybrid System Type
Full Parallel Hybrid (DHT)
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Spec
Jolion
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Ownership Role
Top
mid-to-high value
Price Zar
519900 ZAR
609900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
mid-to-high value
Starting Price
519900
609900
Starting Price Zar
519900
609900
Price Source
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
Official model page price card
Spec
Jolion
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Real-world City Mileage Min
7.0 l/100km
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Real-world Highway Mileage Max
8.0 l/100km
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Real-world Highway Mileage Min
6.0 l/100km
-
Real-world City Mileage Max
9.5 l/100km
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Overall Verdict Score
Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.
Weighted / 100
Verdict readout
Tiggo 8 Pro Max leads by 4 points
Both Jolion and Tiggo 8 Pro Max are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.
Performance
Tiggo 8 Pro Max +24
Efficiency
Jolion +21
Safety
Level
Practicality
Tiggo 8 Pro Max +1
Ownership
Tiggo 8 Pro Max +12
Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Overall Winner
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Performance
75/100
Efficiency
52/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
61/100
Ownership
77/100
Jolion
Performance
51/100
Efficiency
73/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
60/100
Ownership
65/100
So, Which One Should You Buy?
🏆Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max
wins with 72 pts
vs 68 pts for Jolion
In structured scoring, Tiggo 8 Pro Max emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Jolion may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Other Comparisons Worth Checking
See how similar cars go head-to-head — you might find a better fit than you expected.
On our scoring the Tiggo 8 Pro Max 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 73 vs Tiggo 8 Pro Max 52. 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 94, Tiggo 8 Pro Max 94. 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 65, Tiggo 8 Pro Max 77. 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 60, Tiggo 8 Pro Max 61. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: Jolion 51, Tiggo 8 Pro Max 75. 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 8 Pro Max edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The Tiggo 8 Pro Max 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 and Tiggo 8 Pro Max in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: Jolion scores 51 vs 75.
Efficiency: Jolion scores 73 vs 52.
Safety: Jolion scores 94 vs 94.
Practicality: Jolion scores 60 vs 61.
Ownership: Jolion scores 65 vs 77.
Final structured scoring gives Tiggo 8 Pro Max
the advantage in this comparison.
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