GWM Haval is adding a second hybrid SUV to its range in Australia.
The Jolion Hybrid will lower prices in Australia in September 2022 with a single high-spec assortment, priced at $40,990 to drive. That’s $7000 for the top-of-the-line Jolion Ultra with gasoline power.
Despite the terrible price increase, it is $5000 cheaper than the larger price H6 Ultra Hybridand located along a base Toyota RAV4 hybrid ($36,900 before on-road) or a top spec Toyota C-HR hybrid ($37,165 before traffic) based on price.
It also cuts the base Kia Niro Hybrid WILL BE ($44,380 before departure) and Honda HR-V e: HEV ERROR ($47,000 driving).
Power in the Jolion Hybrid comes from a 1.5-litre petrol engine, combined with what Haval calls a Dedicated Hybrid Powertrain (DHT) consisting of an electric motor and gearbox.
Maximum combined power is 139kW and maximum torque is 375Nm.
It’s front-wheel drive and uses 5.0 liters per 100km on the combined cycle. The Toyota RAV4 hybrid 2WD uses 4.7L/100km on the combined cycle, while the Niro uses the announced 4.0L/100km.
The Jolion Hybrid is only offered in the highest-end Ultra guise. It has a unique grille, unique LED headlights and fog lights, a new front bumper, a new rear spoiler and 18-inch alloy wheels.
For a full specs breakdown, see price and specs story.
Hybrid car sales in Australia are growing rapidly, led by Toyota’s growing expansion of electric vehicles.
According to VFACTS data, Australians have purchased 47,835 hybrid vehicles since the start of 2022 – or 7.7% of total new car sales.
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