Haval Jolion 2022 review: GWM small SUV rival to Mitsubishi ASX, Kia Seltos - we review the range!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 พ.ค. 2024
- 00:00 Intro
02:47 Design
04:26 Pricing and features
06:10 Practicality
07:05 Safety
07:47 Under the bonnet
08:37 Fuel economy
08:58 Ownership
09:37 Driving
14:08 Verdict
The Haval Jolion isn't a familiar name in Australia just yet, but with aggressive pricing, impressive standard equipment, lots of safety across the range and an interesting, more-expensive-looking-than-it-actually-is design, it's going to become one of the go-to small SUVs on the market.
The GWM Haval Jolion is a Chinese-made SUV, but it's here to take on the big name players in the small SUV segment, like the Kia Seltos, Mitsubishi ASX, Hyundai Kona, Toyota C-HR and Yaris Cross, and plenty of others besides.
In this review, Richard Berry shrugs off his lockdown tracky dacks and gets back in the groove with the 2022 Haval Jolion, explaining what the name means, why it's important for the brand, what you get in each of the different grades, and he nominates his sweet spot in the line-up. It's not the variant you might expect, either.
It's not all rosy - there are a few shortfalls for this small SUV - but overall, it is one of the surprise packets of the year. Watch the video to find out why, and read Richard's detailed review in the link below.
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We own a 2017 H2 Lux and we love it. Very comfy on a long trip. Still looks brand new as it should and has been perfectly reliable. Like this Jolion, was extraordinary value for money. Anyone shopping on a budget should really have a look at Haval.
What's the mileage on it?
Absolutely, Haval cars are really good. I own a Jolion and it makes Japanese cars seem old fashioned and basic.
@@mrepawsful good to hear. Been driving an Audi got the good ole Finance which was a drag. Looking to buy one cash this time... Can't fault the Haval so far.
I completely agree with you! He has no competitors in "buns".
@@mrepawsful Hows after two years, if you still own it?
I’m so excited I pick up my brand new haval jolion ultra in lime green today 😍 it’s the first car I’ve ever owned….I worked so hard to save up for it and I hope it serves for many years where I can take my mum around for road trips 💐 sending good thoughts to everyone
Hope you enjoyed it. Would you recommend?
@@mahammadmuradov158 I’ve now had my lime green jolion for a year and I can safely say a big ‘yes’ I would definitely recommend 😍 it has been an absolute pleasure to drive whether for inner city or going on roadtrips. The car has different modes and I enjoy putting it into sport mode and zipping around. Petrol consumption has been really cost effective and omg the annual maintenance cost has been a dream (I only paid $250 here in Australia for the annual maintenance as part of their capped 5 year maintenance plan). My only small ‘critique’ is the sound system isn’t the super duper best (it’s still amazing but I’m spoiled with like top notch sound systems in my house so I can hear the difference between that and the car 😂). I got all the trimmings for mine in the ultra version so it also has an amazing sunroof and I can plug my dash cam straight into the front mirror on the windshield. I’m also a relatively new driver (I’ve only had my license for about 2 years) and it has literally been a lifesaver for me on numerous occasions, especially on the freeway, there’s been a few times where the wheel kind of “takes over” and speeds up or slows down etc etc. I have all the safety features on to the max as I feel like I need it, but if someone else finds it annoying or is a better driver than I am, you could turn them off. Also I love that the driving speed and details are also projected at eye level on the front windshield for me too as it saves me having to glance down. Sounds like a small thing but it’s really not and makes an immense difference (at least for me) ….plus it’s also cool 😂
Love Richard Berry’s reviews. They are easy to watch, practical and honest. I’m sick of some reviewers comparing vehicles across different types of vehicles. An SUV will not handle like a Porsche and a small compact will not ride like a BMW 7 series. Richard gives a practical review base on vehicle and the comparisons are to similar type vehicles.
Plus he’s knowledgeable and funny.
Well done mate.
We actually managed to get 7.3l/100km when we drove from Pretoria to the Riversdale, Western Cape. We have the 2021 City version, and I could really not be more pleased with the car. Really good value for money, and the driving feels smooth. Would highly recommend it!
And on top of that, we hand the back seats down and car FULLY packed. So really, long distance it’s a steal. Sure it’s a bit high for short distances, but that goes for all SUV’s.
I'm planning on buying this. How is the power on the car? I'm currently driving a 2019 Kia Rio and it's just has no power at all. 😞😞 I struggle a lot more so when the car has four passengers and luggage. I want to trade in for the premium version. I'm also in South Africa by the way.
@@tshupetsomonedi what’s your horsepower? It’s around 75kw correct? The Jolion has a 105kw @ 210Nm turbo engine, and really feel it on the road, especially if the car is fully packed or has 4 people. I’d say go for a teat drive and feel for yourself, but personally, I love it! The value for money is next to none!
@@elmarschroder Yes it's 74kw. I test drove the manual city version and the test drive was too short to really feel it out(the salesperson was being difficult for no reason, I could see). I need to test drive the auto premium version and insist on a highway drive. Thank you so much. I will definitely give it a try.
@@tshupetsomonedi Yeah, maybe try a different branch. Not sure which area you are in, but I went to Haval The Glen. They were amazing. All of them have the same negine, but 100% would recommend asking for a drive where you can feel the power of the car. Good luck with the car shopping!
Man I love this guy, keeps the video entertaining and informative!
Great review, fun and relaxing. It really stand out from most of serious reviews. Well done Richard. And of cause Fantastic little SUV as well.
I bought the Haval Jolion Ultra 2 weeks ago and it's such a lovely car. Love driving it and the interior is impressive. You can also turn the indicator volume down
Hi Naomi. How do you turn the indicator volume down?
@@darrengeary4185 you go into the settings on the speedometer where you check all your readings. Not sure exactly what thats called sorry. You use the buttons on the right side of the steering wheel.
A great review and a smile! So good to have you back Mr Berry...
I just bought the ultra and I have to say I'm impressed beyond words. Since this review the vehicle received the 5 star ANCAP safety rating and there actually is a hybrid version available. Sure there are little annoying things here and there, for example no knob to manually adjust a/c temperature/power which is annoying when yo are driving but let's face it which car gets everything right? For the money you paid you are getting much more than any other vehicle on the road. I had a WV T-Roc reserved in the basic bare bones version and it was still more expensive that the Jolion in ultra version. To get the top of the line T-Roc I would have to dish out at least 10-15K more. So really the only thing that is stopping you from buying this car is the stigma that it is a Chinese car and if you can't get over that then too bad for you.
Good to see you back Richard.
There are so many car review channels out there but this channel is glorious! Keep up the Kooky! We LOVE IT!
Love these in-depth car reviews with just a touch of humour thrown in..:)
The greatest motoring journalist. Such a good review.
You are awesome! The Ted Lasso of motoring journalists. Thank you so much for your honest, entertaining, and unbiased review, Mr Berry.
“…what it feels like to sit in, and on the whole, it feels amazing”
*giggles*
You are by far the most entertaining Australian based reviewer, keep it up
Love your reviews
Seriously entertaining review. Full of great info, covered everything I needed to know and made me laugh 😃
Good to see you back
Great review Richard, tough crowd today though ...
Welcome back Mr Berry not showing the reversing camera was a miss but thank the TH-cam God's you have returned to us 👍🏼
entertaining yet very informative
Love your review mate always entertaining.
By far the most entertaining reviewer
What a fantastic review. Richard you are hilarious.
Never a dull moment with this guy. keep up the good work. The high score was a surprise to me Haval getting better all the time move over Hyundai and Kia.
Great review! Your dance made my day. 5:01 🤣
saw one of these in norwest Sydney, decent looking small SUV.
Great review. Your dry humor is great. Dance move legendary. What was the trolley handling score? You did not compare!
I have this car. It's really good for the money. Feels better than my 2016 Tucson 1.6t AWD to drive. I think this is because the gearbox is really smooth - the car is not revvy
That's good to hear first hand.
I turned that driver distraction / facial monitoring warning off because its annoying (yes I am on my phone in the car - dont judge me).
@@Maxtube88 that’s wrong you deserve to loose your license
How did you get the big tile like button layout on the infotainment system? I like this a lot better than the other versions I’ve seen where the settings / buttons are along the bottom and quite small? Can you customise the layout/theme?
Hi do you know how to turn off the day time running light while engine on?
Great review, thank you Richard, what are the differences between high and low AEB ? Is it safer to have both, rather than low speed AEB only? Please let us know, thank you
You are dramatic 🎭! Nice and informative video, thanks 😉
Here in Saudi Arabia the categories of the Jolion are Basic, Active, Premium
Great review.Going to put in oder for a Haval
Reach adjustment is not a big issue at all for me, its something I never adjust at all, only tilt once in maybe 6 months when cleaning around the steering wheel 😂
Do you think it fits a pram ok is there enough room.
F*ck I forgot how much I love this guys reviews 👏🏼😂
Love the review but wish you would review the Jolion Hybrid, which is out now.
Great review 👌🏽
Well well well, a reviewer who actually reviewed the car for what it is. A small/medium SUV. No stupid comments about how much less leg room there is compared to CX-9 blah blah blah.
I’m sick to death of reviewers ‘taking points’ off a vehicle because it’s not as big as the next one. If it has poor leg room in its class, fine. I swear this is the reason why the RAV4 has tripled in size since inception.
Also mentioning the lack of a hybrid was good as well. I mean how can you guys not let rip at Hyundai and Mazda at this stage in the game for having no hybrid is beyond me. Anyone would think the manufacturers are sponsoring some of you guys. Not this guy though! Great review! 😃
Hi there, have you driven an MG ZST? If so, what do you prefer - the Haval Jolion or MG ZST? Thanks :)
Like someone else said, you are hilarious Richard, great review!
Cue the “you’re taking money from the CCP to promote their junk” comment. Very impressive in the show room, I suspect the next model will even be impressive on the road.
Wow, you are still living 40 years ago! Come on the world had changed. Still thinking you are the god of mankind,.
Hi CarGuide, can you please review/check Haval Jolion if there is a security risk in the car by using the last 6 digits of the vehicle VIN number. If so, this car will has a security flaw and Haval Australia needs to take immediate action.
Bought mine 3 weeks ago and I'm loving it so much. Its really spacious and smooth to drive. Not good in fuel economy as they claim in their advertisement though. But for the price of 27k, the car like this is just great.
But few drawbacks about the cars that i noticed are:
1. There's no Automatic AC temperature control(not in Premium model that i have). I had a car previously which was 11 years old, even it had a feature of automatic controlling the temperature. But for 2021 Jollion i would expect to have it on its basic model atleast.
2. There's no volume up and down on screen. Its all on the steering wheel. If your passenger has to turn the volume up and down, they gotta use your steering wheel while you're driving.
3. Temperature readings on AC goes from low to 12(12 is the heater). So you have to fiddle around the temperature that you would like but can't reslly set a specific temperature. And also you have to change the temperature on screen by bringing the notification screen down, so during the drive it could be a bit dangerous.
4. When you put your car in reverse, it still moves forward. Also, on a hill if you are stopped and then drive then your car moves backwards so you gotta be careful.
5. Sunglass holder doesn't fit any type of sunnies. Only aviators or same sort but not sports or any other one. Its a bit smaller.
Please let me know if someone has same issue or its just me. I would love to fix them if I could. Apart from that, Jollion is just too great
If the passenger swipes left on the infotainment screen they can adjust the volume.
@@toygallery8222 thanks and apologies for that. I swiped left to the right and it worked well. Also, recently i had a chance to go on a ling drive on my Jolion. Everything was great until when i put it on cruise control and then even on little turns the speed of the car dropped from 110 to 70/80. It was really dangerous not only for myself but also for the cars behind me at such speed. They really do need to fix the cruise control issue. I never ever used the Cruise since then.
@@anujmalik5078 You might have to turn off Intelligent Adaptive Cruise control in the car settings.
Rolling back and forth is normal for Dual Clutch transmission - handles like a manual need to handle it like a manual. Which means holding the brake on hills and accelerating before letting the brake go.
@@chunkykizza thanks for your reply. Could you please tell me how to do that? I tried to figure it out but couldn't find anywhere. 🙏
From driving a Mercedes’ to this. It feels comfortable and practical as it meets my family’s needs. A bit noisy, but not too crazy when music is on. A little bit of lag and high revs to change gears. Feel like it needs more gears. Can’t beat the price as the price of cars nowadays is absolutely ridiculous.
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How would this vehicle go on steep hills?
You look a lot like actor Edward Norton ! Keep up the good work.
i felt side mirrors are quite smal. they might have included electrical power tailgate boot system. remote engine start too. those things are really missing in it. screen sshould have wifi system.
Considering the current market car pricing, this might be some people bargain option.
...between mg one coming soon and jolion...how you think ?
Totally different cars but mg are too pricey for what they are and quality control is awful. Also the fact the ccp owns mg is a turn off if you care about human rights
Would you recommend this over an asx?
Definitely no comparison
@@wcrash9361 why? you didnt tell a reason. now where im now asx is just 4500 extra need to pay. so which one is better.
Most mistubishis are rubbish and ive had one junk
Jolly good review. Jolly good Jolion
The hybrid is out now. Cheers
Best Reviewer on the channel
I wish I could hit the like twice
The fake CCP TH-cam accounts already has 80%+ likes for the video
I didn’t know they had Aldi in Australia
Me neither.
Since 2004
Haval Jolion very good.
I have divorced my wife because she just brought a Haval Jolion! Well not quite and not because it's a Chinese car but because it's not electric! Next year GWM will be bringing their other sub brand Ora and Ora only makes EV, our local Haval dealer said they are expecting 6 Ora models, and I will be first in line for the Ora Good Cat! Super ugly but if the price is right that is my next car to replace my 7 year old Nissan Leaf that is still going strong no repairs and over 100,000 km
What has divorce here to do with a car? I don't understand the logic here.
100,000 is nothing
Can we get blog on LDV D90 AS WELL
Well I hope that LDV is better than the rust bucket T60!
Is this not just the jolion 2021? I’m so confused
Most models are now only available to order because sakes are higher than expected of the initial amount sent to AustraliA . So most people ordering cars now will be getting ones manufactures early 2022. Mazda Toyota and Kia all do the same thing now saying 2022 model as no changes will be made to model in 2022
He is soo cooool
If it had a 2lt Turbo Diesel I would have grabbed one.
Diesel is too noisy and if you want more power just get the H6 2.0L turbo
@@LinuxGalore a diesel will always give better fuel economy but compared to most large suvs the H6 is average . An ev will cost u more and the savings are negligible unless over a few years. I will get an ev when they are affordable
Correction: Best chinese suv in AUSTRALIA.
If they let the top stuff come in like Changan and GAC, then the market will be war
Richard Berry sold out
Indicators can be turned down
Most wearing sounds can be turned down or off but indicators volume cannot be changed
The rear resembles a Volvo XC60.on the fuel consumption this is the only Chinese SUV you can run 91ron the rest need 95
really enjoed the review mate but i think we already getting pretty good quality deal from Kia or Hyundai. I am just not ready for Chinese cars yet
ha ha you pay 15 grand for a top of the range one nowadays , aren't they doing a lot of hyundais recalls for fires
You would have to be taking a punt to buy a Havel. Most long term ownership reviews are not kind to the brand and their resale matches that reputation.
@@wcrash9361 I am talking about owner reviews on product review sites and car sites, not facebbok. Most of time, the positive reviews are from people who have just purchased and long term reviews are usually very negative towards the brand in terms of reliability. Nothing to do with safety. Remember, Havel is Great Wall Motors and my next door neighbour, and Brother in law, have told me on many occasions how terrible their GWM utes have been.
@@wcrash9361 No hating at all. Just reality. The only two owners of GWM products that I know and most long term owner reviews, tell the same story. Long term reliability is a real issue for GWM products. Yes, the product will probably improve over time, but for now I would not touch the brand.
Gwm long term reliability is garbage. I have seen wingle utes on the road brand new In 2009 , now not a single one you see on the road.
And if you do manage to see one, the interior is hanging on by a thread. Ac vents broken, discolored head and tail lights, even the company that sold them stopped selling them.
Haval and jolion look nice when new , give them 3 years to mature. I see everyone fascinated by the touch screens. It's like they stuck on 2 tablets to the dashboard and everyone is impressed.
No ac controls on the dashboard, it is idiotic to put the ac control in the infotainment.
When the screen goes bad what then? A pioneer stereo wont have the ac control functions.
When great wall discontinuous production of this model parts will be a nightmare.
@@warcrabcyber9908 i know someone that has over 200,000 on a 2009 model no problems so whats your point , ive had a new ford focus up blow after a month of owning it , geabox problems problems on most of the big car names , ford with gearbox problems, hyandai cars burning etc
If talking about long term review my 11 year old subaru already takes me 2 years tribunal arguments at the start due to body noise, just spent 2k to fix transmission recently, at the moment there is another issue coming according to transmission guy, engine off when do a quick stop, what is a quality car? Subaru is not good brand? I might get a h6 soon
CVT Gearbox is worst than DCT. Engines with CVT is horrible, the engines is loud with CVT. No cars are perfect, is up to individuals driving habits.
Im glad there is no pathetic hybrid garbage!! Expensive batteries, expensive electricity! I just got an email saying my per kwh is going up by 5.2c per kwh!! I'll stick to petrol and diesel.... My mate had a camry hybrid, 5 years and the electric battery died... $7500 later to replae!! No thank you... Petrol and Diesel BEST!!!
Higher score than the H6, really?
It is better value for money, if you can live with the weaker engine (Jolion 1.5L turbo vs H6 2L turbo). The engine efficiency is Haval's weakness (compared to the Japanese and Korean counter parts). For city dwellers, the smaller dimension (compared to H6) also means easier to park.
@@sleepyandblur6643 Honda's 1.5 turbo got 140KW while Jolion only has 110KW😅
@@billkwan1980 yeh but the Honda CRV with that eng is about 45k
@@sleepyandblur6643 better fuel economy vs the H6 2L plus piano black interior is scratch dust fingerprint magnet. Boring headlights ,
@@sleepyandblur6643 Engine efficiency is Japanese stronghold but not Korean. Let's be clear and I am taking from a 2013 i30 owner experience. i30 when compared to Corolla or Mazda 3 is at least 2 litres more per 100KM.
I presume western AD execs and Brand promotors are advising the Chinese car industry about car names for O/S markets..so they don't end up with names like the Wuling Wank ..or the Haval Geturjollies.
Type Pajero (as in Mitsubishi) into a Spanish to English translator and you'd be surprised how this well known nameplate got through the vetting process. There has got to be a good industry story there if someone dared investigate it.
@@russelldines5887 Yep ..I knew about the Pajero one ..but they changed it for some markets I believe
That grille reminds me of a screendoor. I can't stand it.
With no ANCAP rating, why would you give 8 / 10 for its safety. I personally not convinced.
Because many cars sold in AustraliA are still yet to be ancap tested. The safety features are way ahead of most on the road in Australia. Even Kia Sportage has no ancap safety rating but is twice the price
@@wcrash9361 nope..that’s not true. This car has very dangerous brakes and roll.
@@kaniel_outis1 what the hell are you talking about? Lol I’ve owned mine since last year and have never had any mechanical issues especially with brakes . There has never been any review or road test ever find problem with brakes on this car
@@wcrash9361 because you are lying
@@kaniel_outis1 lol now u have proven ur just trolling here, get a life
The best Chinese SUV does not mean its a good car just the best of a bad bunch, at the end of the day its just a really cheap car and not just the price.
Good luck getting parts/servicing/warranty if things kick off with China.
I think you have more than car parts to worry about if "things kicks off" as you described it
@@markuc agreed. But the point still stands 😅
@@mattheginger I guess one of my points is that China provides parts to almost all vehicles (including the full tesla) so it'll be the same impact.
@@markuc , my point is that if your car is from the Chinese company, your chance of receiving absolutely anything will stop. Not just during a conflict, but most likely for decades after. Whereas manufacturers from other nations will do their best to move any Chinese manufacturing elsewhere.
@@mattheginger practically no difference. The actual point is that it made/makes no sense to go out of our way to make an enemy out of our largest trading partner and by far best customer.
Dude, clean your lenses...
Great Wall Motor dirty deeds done dirt cheap Jolion FWD Sport Utility Vehicle costing skyrocketed regular unleaded prices, then take the bus on the cheap and the safe.
Sorry. Just find the ink all over your arms a betrayal of your real essence. Can not seriously pay any more attention 4.45 and had to bail.
Great review but this is just another piece of cheap junk like the LDV. You only have to they're made with inferior grade Steel and cheap electronic components. Buyer beware.
No that's the LDV T60 that's prone to rust ask Timothy Rigby
Don't make a judgment before you try.
That’s false, haval uses quality high grade steel and all components are Bosch . Sounds like you need to check some facts first
@@wcrash9361 false. Not according to a judge who stated inferior build materials not only Timothy Rigby but there has been other reports here and globally about rust bubbles appearing on various body panels
@@robertceroli3512 belong to many Jolion fb pages and never heard anyone mention this .
From all the cool name out there they just have to pick this forgetable and hard to pronouce name.
Hard to pronounce? Jolion? You must have a speech impediment then...
U prefer Tucson, stonic, rav 4, Rio, asx, kamiq, qashqui etc there are some really dumb names out there
Its just to much....foolin' arround dude 👎🏽
When you say Chinese and best car, those two don't go together. its a reason they are cheaper and it sure ain't because the Chinese ain't be generous.
I've never driven a Chinese car so I can't comment.
Car nowadays are mass produced with better and cheaper technologies. That's how much a car should cost. I wouldn't be surprised oz still need to get used to the new norm. You guys simply have been ripped off for so long.
No Chinese cars are very good quality now , it wasn’t many years ago.
@@chendavid8359 Fools and money, those two don't go together. Let them buy their "quality" so we can buy ours cheaper.
No doubt speaking from experience? But then why did you buy the Jolion?
GWM paid you very well.
You just wasted 3 minutes on the cringe intro
What a stupid review? I couldn’t watch it; it’s not funny so why the rubbish attempt at comedy? I am assuming this was a joke; surely cant be a serious review
Have you seen how boring and dull most reviews are , this guy keeps your interest instead of putting you to sleep