GWM Haval Jolion vs MG HS

The GWM Haval Jolion starts from $32,990 before on-road costs, while the MG HS opens at $33,990. That makes the GWM Haval Jolion the more affordable entry point by $1,000.

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 $37,389 respectively.

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

Both the GWM Haval Jolion and MG HS hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 90% for the GWM Haval Jolion and 90% for the MG HS.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 8 of 10 key ADAS systems on the GWM Haval Jolion, against 5 on the MG HS.

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 MG HS.

The GWM Haval Jolion features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the MG HS gets a 10.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The GWM Haval Jolion stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, heated front seats and ventilated seats — features our data doesn't list for the MG HS. The MG HS counters with Apple CarPlay and power tailgate. 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 MG HS 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 MG HS responds with a Petrol making 125kW and 275Nm, paired to a 7-speed dct driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.6 seconds.

The GWM Haval Jolion has the clear power advantage at 130kW vs 125kW. 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, 185mm shorter than the MG HS at 4,655mm (2,765mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the MG HS generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 291L in the GWM Haval Jolion and 507L in the MG HS, giving the MG HS a 216L advantage.

For towing, the MG HS 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 $1,967/year for the MG HS. That is a $114 annual difference in favour of the GWM Haval Jolion.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (GWM Haval Jolion) vs 10 years / 250,000km (MG HS). The MG HS has longer coverage.