GWM Haval Jolion vs Jeep Compass
What's the difference?

GWM Haval Jolion

$15,965 - $34,990

2024 price

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Jeep Compass

$14,990 - $33,850

2022 price

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Summary

2024 GWM Haval Jolion

2022 Jeep Compass

By Emily Agar

By Tim Nicholson

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Turbo 4, 1.5L

Diesel Turbo 4, 2.0L

Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Diesel

Fuel Efficiency

8.1L/100km (combined)

6.9L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Passenger space feels class-leading
Pretty on-road looks
Solid ongoing costs are impressive

Excellent multimedia system
New semi-premium interior
Spacious cabin

Dislikes

On-road performance is underwhelming
Annoyingly intrusive safety tech
Technology usability is hit or miss

Overall drive experience
Badly executed driver assist systems
Poor value for money

2024 GWM Haval Jolion Summary

The new GWM Haval Jolion Lux sits second from the bottom in the Jolion line-up but offers a longer features list than most of its competitors. A boast that stands it in good stead from the outset.

But the question is how do those features perform in the real world? In this review we unpack how the new Jolion handles urban life.

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2022 Jeep Compass Summary

The Jeep Compass is something of a unicorn among the long list of small SUVs sold in Australia. It is now the only model in either the light or small-SUV category that is available with a diesel engine.

That diesel is found under the bonnet of just one variant – the rugged Trailhawk which is also the flagship of the range.

Aside from Suzuki’s adorable Jimny light SUV, the Compass Trailhawk is the only small SUV with some off-road ability.

After going on sale in Australia in late 2017, the second-generation Compass was overhauled as part of a mid-life update in 2021. Aside from subtle styling tweaks, the biggest change was a new multimedia system.

Has Jeep done enough to lift the Compass from an also-ran to a model that buyers should consider, or was the update too little, too late?

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Deep dive comparison

2024 GWM Haval Jolion 2022 Jeep Compass

Verdict

The GWM Haval Jolion Lux offers affordability in a modern, attractive package. However, the execution of some of its features isn’t always convincing. So yes, it’s sharply priced but it also feels underdone in some respects which doesn’t necessarily equate to value. But if affordability is at the top of your priority list and one or two shortcomings doesn't mean the end of the world, this could be the urban SUV you're looking for.

Verdict

The Jeep Compass Trailhawk is a curious beast. On the one hand, it looks pretty cool, and it has a well-executed new interior, featuring one of the best multimedia set-ups in the business. It’s spacious and has a long list of standard comfort and safety gear.

Sadly, that’s where the positives end.

It is way too expensive for what you get, especially when you consider the quality of some of its rivals from mainstream and premium brands.

The driver assist features are badly in need of recalibration and the overall drive experience is a letdown.

If you really want a diesel-powered small SUV, perhaps look at one of the much better diesel models at the smaller end of the medium-SUV segment.

GWM Haval Jolion vs Jeep Compass What's the difference?

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GWM Haval Jolion vs Jeep Compass
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