Haval Jolion HEV vs. Toyota Corolla Cross HEV – A Really Tough Comparison

All over the world, Toyota is considered the king of hybrid cars due to its hybrid heroes, Prius and Aqua. Their hybrid technology is recognized by the automotive world as the most efficient, reliable, and tech-advanced and sets a benchmark for hybrid standards.

Corolla Cross is Toyota’s latest hybrid add-on in the hybrid crossover segment. This car has risen to be one of the top-selling crossovers in the hybrid category. Of course, being a Toyota hybrid, it’s common for people to trust it and buy it blindly. Recently, many brands have stood up to challenge Toyota in their hybrid technology.

And we all know that Chinese brands always come out on top when it comes to competing with the market leader, and in that case, we got Haval. Jolion HEV is a recent addition to Haval’s series, giving strong head-to-head competition to Toyota’s Corolla Cross. In fact, it outperforms the Corolla Cross in some factors. 

So here we are again with an all-new, very tough head-to-head comparison, this time between the Toyota Corolla Cross HEV and Haval Jolion HEV. Also, read our previous comparison, Newly Launched Haval Jolion HEV Vs. Haval H6 HEV | Budget Luxury SUVs By Haval

Overall Comparison 

It’s a surprise that Chinese Haval is able to compete against the king of hybrids, Toyota. The Haval is indeed a cool car and could be a great option in the crossover category, specifically under hybrid crossovers.

There could be some setbacks for Jolion including dealers’ networks, mechanics, and parts availably, and the biggest flaw is resale value, especially against the Cross. However, Sazgar Engineering is working rapidly on it and has emerged as fast-paced company to address these issues. 

On the Toyota side, we all know how quickly a Toyota car sells; it’s an instant cheque in Pakistan. 

The Jolion drives well but can’t compete with Toyota’s Teflon suspension and hybrid technology. But again, in terms of looks, design, interior, and features, Haval is way ahead of Toyota. It gives the feel of a modern German luxury car, while Toyota feels like a solid Toyota only. 

Exterior-wise, the Jolion HEV looks like a compact version of a proper SUV, while the Corolla Cross looks like a mixture of RAV4 and Corolla (sedan) combined into a crossover. 

Interior

The interior of both crossovers will get you almost identical space, but the interior design language is a different story. GWM took a more surprising approach when designing Jolion, giving it a sheen of different, unique colors and many unconventional designs and shapes that were unique from all the design styles used by other brands. Even the gear knob is an attention to detail, is far above the standards of what you get in other crossovers of the same budget. We can say that it’s best car interior design we’ve seen so far in a CKD car under a 9.3 million PKR budget. 

Then you get the Toyota Corolla Cross. You get an All-Terra Rosa-wrapped leather interior with a soft, cushiony dashboard. It’s practically good, and is ergonomically fine but not as flashy as the Jolion HEV. 

It follows the same design as the Corolla 12th generation. In fact, if you switch the interior color to white, no average person can tell the difference between the interior of the Cross and the Corolla 12th generation. We think Toyota didn’t want to take any risks in this case, so they used the same inside story of the Corolla in Cross.

Tech of Both Cars

Here’s the tech features of Jolion HEV:

And here’s for the Corolla Cross HEV:

Engine and Power

Here’s a 1-1 engine and power comparison of both cars:

Specs Corolla Cross HEV Jolion HEV
Engine Type Hybrid Hybrid
Displacement 1798 cc 1497 cc
Horse Power 196 HP @ 5200 RPM 190 HP @ 6000 RPM
Torque 188 Nm @ 3600 RPM 375 Nm @ 4400 RPM
No. of Cylinders 4 4
Cylinder Configuration In-Line In-Line
Compression Ratio 13:1 9.3:1
Valves per Cylinder 4 4
Fuel System Direct Fuel Injection MPI

 

Honestly, we’re surprised that the Jolion HEV, even with a smaller engine, is able to produce more torque, almost double that of the Corolla Cross, which has a bigger engine and Toyota’s most advanced 12th-gen hybrid system. You’ll surely feel a significant difference in pick and acceleration.

Dimensions

Here’s the on-paper 1-1 dimensions difference:

Dimensions Corolla Cross HEV Jolion HEV
Overall Length 4460 mm 4475 mm
Overall Width 1825 mm 1841 mm
Overall Height 1620 mm 1619 mm
Wheel Base 2640 mm 2700 mm
Ground Clearance 161 mm 168 mm
Kerb Weight 1325 KG 1500 KG
Boot Space 487 L 337 L

 

Pricing

Here’s the pricing:

The term “value for money” depends on person to person. For some, Toyota’s excellent resale might be a good VFM. For some, Jolion’s good aesthetics, modern features, and lower price might be the good VFM factor.  Honestly, you get a great deal with Jolion HEV, i.e., a full parallel hybrid system compared to Corolla Cross with regards to what you’re paying, but resale is an exception here.

If resale is your only buying factor, nothing could be better than a Toyota in that case, but for features and looks, Chinese Haval is currently the best option.

What is your take on this comparison between Haval Jolion HEV and Corolla Cross HEV? Please share your thoughts in the comments section.

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