Updated Haval Jolion and H6 imminent

Until now, the popular Jolion petrol and hybrid variants have worn the same exterior look regardless of their powertrain, but the new versions will be easily distinguishable from the outside, thanks to their own unique styling.

Examples of Haval’s Jolion Pro, Chitu or Red Rabbit (as it’s dubbed in other markets) have recently been spied on Australian roads, and it’s now known that the interlopers will be the new look of the Jolion Hybrid.

Picking up from the current Jolion’s design, the Jolion Hybrid wears a handsome exterior with an enlarged grille, aggressive front end styling with sharpened headlights and brake-cooling vents, while the rear end features an integrated full-width light bar, fattened arches and spoiler.

As to when the more conventionally powered Jolion petrol will show up is not yet known, although it’s not expected to be simultaneously with the hybrid.

While not yet officially confirmed for launch, Haval sources say it’s highly likely the updated H6 — which is already out in the open in overseas markets and sold with the Xiaolong Max moniker — will be offered for an Australian audience given the investment to develop.

While not a ground-up redesign, the updated H6 introduces a significantly different front bumper, grille, new headlights and tail lights, while the interior gets a refresh with a larger central touchscreen and redesigned steering wheel.

While a switch up is possible, more likely is the continuation of 1.5-litre petrol power across the board for Jolion, while H6 will continue to share a version of the Jolion’s hybrid powertrain alongside its 2.0-litre petrol for all other variants.

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