GWM Haval Jolion vs Honda HR-V

The GWM Haval Jolion starts from $27,990 before on-road costs, while the Honda HR-V opens at $30,300. That makes the GWM Haval Jolion the more affordable entry point by $2,310.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $30,789 and $33,330 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

The GWM Haval Jolion holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 4 stars for the Honda HR-V. Adult occupant protection scored 90% for the GWM Haval Jolion and 82% for the Honda HR-V.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 7 of 10 key ADAS systems on the GWM Haval Jolion, against 5 on the Honda HR-V.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the GWM Haval Jolion and 6 in the Honda HR-V.

The GWM Haval Jolion features a 10.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the Honda HR-V gets a 9-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The GWM Haval Jolion stands out with heated front seats and power tailgate that you will not find on the Honda HR-V. The Honda HR-V counters with ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the GWM Haval Jolion gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Honda HR-V offers cloth.

The GWM Haval Jolion uses a Petrol producing 105kW and 210Nm of torque, sent through a 7-speed dual clutch transmission to a FWD layout.

The Honda HR-V responds with a Petrol making 89kW and 145Nm, paired to a cvt driving the front wheels.

The GWM Haval Jolion has the clear power advantage at 105kW vs 89kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The GWM Haval Jolion measures 4,472mm long on a 2,700mm wheelbase, 127mm longer than the Honda HR-V at 4,345mm (2,610mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GWM Haval Jolion generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 337L in the GWM Haval Jolion and 304L in the Honda HR-V, giving the GWM Haval Jolion a 33L advantage.

For towing, the GWM Haval Jolion leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,000kg. That 500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,910/year for the GWM Haval Jolion and $1,767/year for the Honda HR-V. That is a $143 annual difference in favour of the Honda HR-V.

Estimated annual total: $1,910 (GWM Haval Jolion) vs $1,767 (Honda HR-V). The Honda HR-V saves you roughly $143 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (GWM Haval Jolion) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Honda HR-V). The GWM Haval Jolion has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: —5yr (Honda HR-V).