Thoughts on the Haval Jolion

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Saw the new Jolion on the road and it looks quite nice.

Also seems pretty well priced compared to other vehicles in the same class.
 
Dill said:
Saw the new Jolion on the road and it looks quite nice.

Also seems pretty well priced compared to other vehicles in the same class.
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Looks like most of today's SUV's. Soulless
 
If I had the money, that is the car I would buy right now. Much bigger than its competitors, and much better specifications. There is a guy in Pretoria on YouTube who owns an H2, and he took the Jolion on a test drive to compare it, and posted three videos about his experience. Apparently much less turbo lag than on his H2, and the 7 speed DCT is very smooth. Overall it sounds like a solid, comfortable ride.

Haval sold over 700 Jolions in May, so it was one of the top vehicles sold in SA last month.

I think the biggest drawback is just the fuel consumption, that is one of the aspects where they still need to catch up to their competitors. But there are lots and lots of positive aspects that make up for that.

My local branch had two on display at the mall a few weekends ago, it was locked so I couldn't check it out inside, but it looks quite good in the flesh, and actually bigger than what one expects.
 
bluepoole said:
If I had the money, that is the car I would buy right now. Much bigger than its competitors, and much better specifications. There is a guy in Pretoria on YouTube who owns an H2, and he took the Jolion on a test drive to compare it, and posted three videos about his experience. Apparently much less turbo lag than on his H2, and the 7 speed DCT is very smooth. Overall it sounds like a solid, comfortable ride.

Haval sold over 700 Jolions in May, so it was one of the top vehicles sold in SA last month.

I think the biggest drawback is just the fuel consumption, that is one of the aspects where they still need to catch up to their competitors. But there are lots and lots of positive aspects that make up for that.

My local branch had two on display at the mall a few weekends ago, it was locked so I couldn't check it out inside, but it looks quite good in the flesh, and actually bigger than what one expects.
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It looks way bigger than the other competitors in the same class and also price wise.
 
It's a good car, perfected from the first generation H2 and very well priced as you say. I just don't like the over the top design but other than that I see no issues in buying one if you like it.
 
I like it, a little too much chrome in the front but that's sucha minor detail, much more interesting than the H2.
 
Just went through the spec sheet here:

www.haval.co.za

Haval Jolion | Small Family SUV

The Haval Jolion SUV is a small family car that is available in 5 models, 6 colours and fully equipped. Book a test drive today at your closest Haval dealer.
www.haval.co.za www.haval.co.za

Wow! Lots of features for the R400K one.
 
The Jolion for what is it, is a good buy and well specd even in the base model.
I am loving the new Haval H6.

The chinese are really pushing and i see plenty of their products on the roads.
 
unobeat said:
The Jolion for what is it, is a good buy and well specd even in the base model.
I am loving the new Haval H6.

The chinese are really pushing and i see plenty of their products on the roads.
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They are ruffling a few feathers in the mainstream manufacturers cabal. Selling more cars than Renault, Nissan, Kia, Honda, Opel, Peugeot and Mazda, that's quite a way to announce that they have indeed arrived.

I am going to enjoy seeing the big names falling over themselves trying to stem the tide with their overpriced but mediocre offerings.

Top 10 Best Selling Car Brands in South Africa for May 2021
Toyota - 9 882 units
Volkswagen - 5 579 units
Ford - 2 910 units
Hyundai - 2 836 units
Suzuki - 2 034 units
Isuzu - 1 818 units
Haval - 1 782 units
Nissan - 1 746 units
Kia - 1 521 units
Renault - 1 511 units
 
TheChamp said:
They are ruffling a few feathers in the mainstream manufacturers cabal. Selling more cars than Renault, Nissan, Kia, Honda, Opel, Peugeot and Mazda, that's quite a way to announce that they have indeed arrived.

I am going to enjoy seeing the big names falling over themselves trying to stem the tide with their overpriced but mediocre offerings.

Top 10 Best Selling Car Brands in South Africa for May 2021
Toyota - 9 882 units
Volkswagen - 5 579 units
Ford - 2 910 units
Hyundai - 2 836 units
Suzuki - 2 034 units
Isuzu - 1 818 units
Haval - 1 782 units
Nissan - 1 746 units
Kia - 1 521 units
Renault - 1 511 units
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I think once they have a proper market share they might up their prices. And then we will be back to square one with everyone selling expensive cars
 
epah said:
I think once they have a proper market share they might up their prices. And then we will be back to square one with everyone selling expensive cars
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I think so too, but it would still be better to pay a premium for a Haval standard of spec, I am hoping what we gain out this is at least all manufacturers understanding that the price of the car should be reflective of the spec, not just expensive with nothing to show for it.
 
@FiestaST @epah After a LOT of research and kicking tyres, I’ve decided that a 2022 Haval Jolion 1.5T Super Luxury with 35 000km mileage is the best way I can spend R350 000. Do you agree?

I know the Chery Tiggo 4 Pro is the closest, but whenever I’ve read opinions they tend to favour the Jolion.

And just nothing else makes sense: not the Fronx GLX (four speed auto is a no-no), not the over-priced Seltos, and seeing as I’ve already had a Polo the T-Cross just feels like it will be a let-down.
 
I have the Haval H6 HEV and it is the best car I have ever owned.

What does the Jolion HEV go for? Super light on fuel.
 
Foxhound5366 said:
@FiestaST @epah After a LOT of research and kicking tyres, I’ve decided that a 2022 Haval Jolion 1.5T Super Luxury with 35 000km mileage is the best way I can spend R350 000. Do you agree?

I know the Chery Tiggo 4 Pro is the closest, but whenever I’ve read opinions they tend to favour the Jolion.

And just nothing else makes sense: not the Fronx GLX (four speed auto is a no-no), not the over-priced Seltos, and seeing as I’ve already had a Polo the T-Cross just feels like it will be a let-down.
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Interesting choice, there are more than a few Jolion owners on this forum, hopefully they can share their ownership experience. I legit thought you were anti-China cars wise or at the very least go for the Tigger. Super Lux is highest spec I believe.

That’s also what I kinda read: when you’re talking Chinese crossovers the Jolion is the better all rounder relative to the Tigger 4 Pro. When you’re talking full size Chinese SUV’s the Tigger 7 or 8 is a better all rounder vs the H6.

I gather you’re focused on the Super Lux to maximize the toys coming from your loaded 5er ;) :unsure:

If you’re happy with Jolion & it all checks out then go for it.
 
bokka1 said:
I have the Haval H6 HEV and it is the best car I have ever owned.

What does the Jolion HEV go for? Super light on fuel.
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The cheapest Jolion Hybrid Super Luxury I can find starts at R430 000 …. and R100 000 between that and the standard 1.5T I’ve found buys a lot of petrol.
 
FiestaST said:
Interesting choice, there are more than a few Jolion owners on this forum, hopefully they can share their ownership experience. I legit thought you were anti-China cars wise or at the very least go for the Tigger. Super Lux is highest spec I believe.

That’s also what I kinda read: when you’re talking Chinese crossovers the Jolion is the better all rounder relative to the Tigger 4 Pro. When you’re talking full size Chinese SUV’s the Tigger 7 or 8 is a better all rounder vs the H6.

I gather you’re focused on the Super Lux to maximize the toys coming from your loaded 5er ;) :unsure:

If you’re happy with Jolion & it all checks out then go for it.
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Yeah, it’ll feel familiar with the same Blind Spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, surround-view cameras etc. Call me a sucker though but I don’t see those features as “toys”. BLIS and auto-emergency braking help avoid accidents. When even a Suzuki Baleno comes with surround-view cameras, I find it hard to accept when other manufacturers only offer rear PDC.
 
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