Haval Jolion Max PHEV vs Jaecoo J7 Comparison

Few days ago, Haval unveiled the Jolion Max PHEV, along with its EV trim, exclusively on PakWheels. It is a compact SUV that’s smaller than the H6 but bigger than the Jolion, so the market segment for it is quite interesting.

To see where the Jolion Max PHEV stands, we need a reference point to compare it with another car. The Jaecoo J7 is a good choice because it’s probably the most popular compact PHEV SUV on the market these days, and competes closely with the Jolion Max. Both are in the compact SUV segment, have PHEV powertrains, similar power and battery capacity figures, and share the same country of origin when it comes to car manufacturers.

Here is a comparison based on some of the most important statistics on the spec sheets of these two contenders.

Round 1: Performance

Both cars have around the same level of torque, but the J7 has 23 hp more. That’s a very small difference and probably not noticeable in real life usage. However, the Jolion Max is 1.2 seconds quicker to go to 100 km/h, which will be noticeable in real life, so it wins here.

Round result: Jolion Max, due to quicker 0-100 km/h time.

Round 2: Dimensions and Exterior

The Jolion Max is 90 mm longer, 6 mm wider, 5 mm taller, and has a 38 mm longer wheelbase. It also has 6 mm more ground clearance, so the Jolion technically takes the win. However, besides the length, many of the differences are so small you might not notice them in real life.

Round result: Jolion Max.

Round 3: Interior and Comfort

Both are very solid competitors here. On paper, both cars have the same features and are equally equipped, like most Chinese SUVs in the market. The difference is on the design side. Some might prefer the Jolion Max’s rounded edges, while others would lean toward the J7’s more angular style.

Round result: Tie.

Round 4: Safety and ADAS

Both cars use a Level 2 ADAS system, but the J7 comes with a 540-degree camera, meaning it can show the area beneath the car that the Jolion Max’s camera can’t. The J7 also has one extra airbag on the driver’s knee side, bringing its total to 7.

Round result: Jaecoo J7.

Pros and Cons

Jaecoo J7 PHEV Pros

• Currently popular in the market

• Has a 540-degree camera while Jolion Max has a 360-degree camera

Jaecoo J7 PHEV Cons

• Smaller dimensions and shorter wheelbase compared to Jolion Max

Haval Jolion Max PHEV Pros

• Larger overall dimensions and longer wheelbase

• Better performance statistic

Haval Jolion Max PHEV Cons

• 360-degree camera, no under-car view like J7

Conclusion

This comparison ends up fairly even, with each car taking two rounds and one round tied.

Neither car pulls decisively ahead here, so the deciding factor will likely come down to pricing once the Jolion Max’s official pricing is out; then it will decide which car makes more sense. If the Jolion Max is also priced along similar lines as the J7, then it will just be a matter of choice from person to person. For more updates, visit DrivePK.com