Jolion I vs JS4 I: which is better?
Haval Jolion I (2020–present) vs JAC JS4 I (2020–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Haval Jolion I
JAC JS4 ISpecifications
| Haval Jolion I | JAC JS4 I | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2020–present | 2020–present |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.5 Turbo | 1.5 Turbo |
| Power, up to | 143 hp | 150 hp |
| Torque, up to | 210 Nm | — |
| Gearbox | dual-clutch (DCT) | CVT |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| 0–100 km/h, from | 9,8 s | — |
| Consumption, from | 8,1 L/100 km | — |
| Length | 4 472 mm | 4 410 mm |
| Width | 1 841 mm | 1 800 mm |
| Height | 1 574 mm | 1 660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 700 mm | 2 620 mm |
| Ground clearance | 190 mm | — |
| Curb weight | 1 420 kg | — |
| Fuel tank | 55 L | — |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 8 650 ₸ | ≈ 8 650 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Haval Jolion I
Pros
- Local assembly: Kazakhstan, Russia
- Currently in production — can be bought new
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- GWM / Haval (1.5T, 2.0T) engine: complaints of fuel dilution of oil in winter and software issues
- 6/7DCT dual-clutch gearbox (Chery, Haval, Geely, Changan): jerks and hesitation when pulling away
- Front-wheel drive only
Engine (GWM / Haval (1.5T, 2.0T)): data limited; complaints about fuel dilution of oil in winter and software behavior.
Gearbox (6/7DCT robotized gearbox (Chery, Haval, Geely, Changan)): jerks and delay when pulling away; overheating in traffic on some units.
JAC JS4 I
Pros
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- CVT: service history matters
- Front-wheel drive only
Which one to choose
- Jolion I — if you care more about: wheelbase.
- JS4 I — if you care more about: power.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: Jolion I or JS4 I?
Jolion I: up to 143 hp, JS4 I: up to 150 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Jolion I — about 8 650 ₸, JS4 I — about 8 650 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.