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GWM Jolion 1.5T LT DCT

Price in Kimberley, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 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 version 2024 Body style SUV
Jolion 1.5T LT DCT is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.
ZAR 449,900
On-road in
ZAR 461,574
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 449,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,500
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,300
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 850
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,200
Insurance
ZAR 3,824
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 449,900
Estimated finance from ZAR 7,917/month Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1497cc (1.5L) Torque:220Nm (162 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:190mm (7.5″) Power:105kW (141 bhp) Boot340L (12.0 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 14.7 km/l (35 mpg)
City 11.8 km/l (28 mpg)
Highway 17.2 km/l (40 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the GWM Jolion 1.5T LT DCT in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 7,917
Total Interest
ZAR 115,040
Total Payable
ZAR 475,040
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

GWM Jolion 1.5T LT DCT

Jolion 1.5T LT DCT is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.

The GWM Jolion 1.5T LT DCT is the balanced mid-range derivative in the local Jolion range, with a confirmed South African price of R449 900. The confirmed mechanical detail includes an engine reference of 1.5L GW4B15A Turbocharged Petrol, power listed around 105 kW, torque listed around 220 Nm, and Front Wheel Drive drive hardware. This derivative combines Petrol, Automatic, 1.5L GW4B15A Turbocharged Petrol, 105, 220, and Front Wheel Drive for its local powertrain and drivetrain brief. 1.5T LT DCT is positioned as a balanced mid-range derivative, with a confirmed South African price of R449 900. The 1.5T LT DCT suits a buyer who wants the GWM Jolion in balanced mid-range form and is comparing the monthly cost against the next derivative. In city driving the Jolion 1.5T LT DCT should be assessed by visibility, steering weight, parking aids, seat comfort and how the automatic transmission behaves in stop-start traffic. Published references include power around 105 kW, torque around 220 Nm, and consumption around 8.5 l/100km. The GWM Jolion 1.5T LT DCT makes the most sense when its price and equipment align with the buyer's weekly routine. It has a confirmed South African price of R449 900, so the value judgement should be made against neighbouring trims and direct segment rivals. As a balanced mid-range derivative, the GWM Jolion 1.5T LT DCT should be judged with discipline. A proper look at the Jolion 1.5T LT DCT begins with the local specification, then moves to the owner’s week. The Jolion 1.5T LT DCT has a clearer South African buying case when its suv shape is connected to the work it must do. Here, an SUV body sits beside Petrol power, while a Automatic transmission sets a practical boundary for Jolion 1.5T LT DCT. That combination is more useful than treating every derivative as interchangeable for Jolion 1.5T LT DCT. The buyer should compare the actual vehicle offered in South Africa, including its price, equipment and support terms for Jolion 1.5T LT DCT

GWM Jolion — Quick Facts

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.5T LS DCT Base Petrol Efficiency14.7 km/l Automatic ZAR 409,900
1.5T LT DCT Mid Petrol Efficiency14.7 km/l Automatic ZAR 449,900
1.5T Hybrid LS Mid Hybrid Efficiency17.9 km/l Automatic ZAR 479,900
1.5T Hybrid LT Top Hybrid Efficiency17.9 km/l Automatic ZAR 519,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.5T LS DCT Base Petrol Efficiency14.7 km/l Automatic ZAR 409,900
1.5T LT DCT Mid Petrol Efficiency14.7 km/l Automatic ZAR 449,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.5T Hybrid LS Mid Hybrid Efficiency17.9 km/l Automatic ZAR 479,900
1.5T Hybrid LT Top Hybrid Efficiency17.9 km/l Automatic ZAR 519,900
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GWM Jolion Specifications

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Where the GWM Jolion Fits Best

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Cabin and ownership references include screen size around 12.3-inch Touchscreen, airbag coverage around 6, warranty cover listed as 5 Years / 100,000 km, and service or maintenance cover listed as 5 Years / 75,000 km. Jolion 1.5T LT DCT makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with the mid trim

City
Drive the Jolion 1.5T LT DCT through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. A South African price reference of R449,900 matters when the cabin or load is full, and engine of 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol can change the cost of repeated short trips
Highway
On the open road the Jolion 1.5T LT DCT needs to feel settled at national-limit speeds, with enough response for overtaking and a cabin that remains comfortable over long distances. Run Jolion 1.5T LT DCT at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between an active listing, a South African price reference of R449,900 and engine of 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol is more informative than maximum speed
Off-Road
For gravel, farm tracks, worksites or holiday roads, the Jolion 1.5T LT DCT should be chosen for its actual traction hardware and tyres, not only its stance. For Jolion 1.5T LT DCT, the sensible check is the exact front wheel drive arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath

GWM Jolion 1.5T LT DCT — Should You Buy It?

Not yet rated: no complete Hagalu editorial review is published for this exact variant. The buyer guidance below is not a scored review.

Jolion 1.5T LT DCT deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

The buying case for Jolion 1.5T LT DCT is specific. Jolion 1.5T LT DCT is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in an SUV body and accept the limitation represented by Petrol power. The local price should be judged against the equipment that is actually included, not an adjacent trim for Jolion 1.5T LT DCT. That is the difference between a sound purchase and an expensive specification mismatch for Jolion 1.5T LT DCT

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓Transmission: Automatic
  • ✓Trim: mid
  • ✓Status: active
  • ✓South African price: R449,900
  • ✓Engine: 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 105 kW @ 5500 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: 7-Speed DCT
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Jolion 1.5T LT DCT can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Jolion 1.5T LT DCT depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Jolion 1.5T LT DCT quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Jolion 1.5T LT DCT budget.
  • ✕A short Jolion 1.5T LT DCT test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Jolion 1.5T LT DCT capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Jolion 1.5T LT DCT grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Jolion 1.5T LT DCT figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Jolion 1.5T LT DCT stock and support terms.

GWM Jolion FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the GWM Jolion 1.5T LT DCT is R449,900. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

The current south african range comprises 1.5T LS DCT, 1.5T LT DCT, 1.5T Hybrid LS, 1.5T Hybrid LT. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the GWM Jolion 1.5T LT DCT is 190 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the GWM Jolion 1.5T LT DCT is 1497 cc, with output shown as 105 kW (141 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the GWM Jolion 1.5T LT DCT is around 14.7 km/l.

Cabin and ownership references include screen size around 12.3-inch Touchscreen, airbag coverage around 6, warranty cover listed as 5 Years / 100,000 km, and service or maintenance cover listed as 5 Years / 75,000 km. Jolion 1.5T LT DCT makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget...

Drive the Jolion 1.5T LT DCT through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. A South African price reference of R449,900 matters when the cabin or load is full, and engine of 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol can change the cost of repeated short trips

On the open road the Jolion 1.5T LT DCT needs to feel settled at national-limit speeds, with enough response for overtaking and a cabin that remains comfortable over long distances. Run Jolion 1.5T LT DCT at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can...

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