2023 GWM Haval Jolion Hybrid noticed – B-segment SUV with 1.5T, 7DCT; launching in Malaysia quickly?

When Nice Wall Motors (GWM) introduced its entry into Malaysia again in July, we have been advised to count on the corporate’s first merchandise from the fourth quarter of this 12 months. Among the many fashions set to be launched embrace the Ora Good Cat EV in addition to two Haval SUVs, specifically the H6 and Jolion.

On this put up, we’re specializing in the B-segment Jolion, which has been noticed in Malaysia but once more. As with previous sightings, this blue instance is uncamouflaged, though it’s a bit of totally different as this packs a hybrid powertrain judging by the ‘HEV’ badges – the earlier automobiles have been white and lacked these badges.

The Jolion Hybrid is one thing we’re accustomed to, because the mannequin made its world debut in Thailand final November. By way of specs, the SUV is powered by a 1.5 litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine that’s mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission with an built-in electrical motor. The full system output of this setup is 190 hp and 375 Nm of torque.

Visually, the hybrid variant is differentiated from the non-hybrid by its pinned grille insert (dubbed the Star Matrix) and blue accents on its distinguished headlamps, however in any other case appears to be like very related. This automotive comes with 18-inch wheels, leather-based upholstery, computerized air-conditioning (with rear vents), a seven-inch digital instrument cluster and a ten.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system.

In Thailand, the Jolion Hybrid additionally comes commonplace with six airbags, stability management and a spread of driver help techniques. These embrace autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise management with cease and go, lane centring help, blind spot monitoring, rear collision warning, rear cross site visitors alert and braking, a reversing assistant and park help for parallel, perpendicular and even diagonal parking.

In line with Headlightmag, the Jolion is obtainable in three variants – HEV Tech, HEV Professional and HEV Extremely – with costs starting from 879,000 to 999,000 baht (RM109,077 to RM123,968).

When the Jolion is launched right here, it should haven’t any scarcity of rivals, with the likes of the Honda HR-V, Toyota Corolla Cross, Peugeot 2008 and Mazda CX-30 already on sale. We’ll have to attend for GWM Malaysia to supply additional particulars, together with a launch date and pricing, however for now, does the Jolion look like a gorgeous proposition? Tell us your ideas within the feedback beneath.