GWM Haval Jolion vs Honda ZR-V

The GWM Haval Jolion starts from $32,990 before on-road costs, while the Honda ZR-V opens at $34,300. That makes the GWM Haval Jolion the more affordable entry point by $1,310.

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 $36,289 and $37,730 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 ZR-V. Adult occupant protection scored 90% for the GWM Haval Jolion and 79% for the Honda ZR-V.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 8 of 10 key ADAS systems on both.

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 7 in the Honda ZR-V.

The GWM Haval Jolion features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the Honda ZR-V gets a 9-inch display and 10.2-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The GWM Haval Jolion stands out with panoramic roof, heated front seats and ventilated seats — features our data doesn't list for the Honda ZR-V. The Honda ZR-V counters with power tailgate and 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 ZR-V offers cloth.

The GWM Haval Jolion uses a Petrol producing 130kW and 270Nm of torque, sent through a 7-speed dual clutch transmission to a FWD layout.

The Honda ZR-V responds with a Petrol making 131kW and 240Nm, paired to a cvt driving the front wheels.

The Honda ZR-V has the clear power advantage at 131kW vs 130kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The GWM Haval Jolion measures 4,470mm long on a 2,700mm wheelbase, 98mm shorter than the Honda ZR-V at 4,568mm (2,655mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GWM Haval Jolion generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 291L in the GWM Haval Jolion and 380L in the Honda ZR-V, giving the Honda ZR-V a 89L advantage.

For towing, the Honda ZR-V leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,853/year for the GWM Haval Jolion and $1,995/year for the Honda ZR-V. That is a $142 annual difference in favour of the GWM Haval Jolion.

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