Haval Jolion Pro vs Hyundai Creta
Value retention, real cost and monthly money, compared on the same 2026 South African data.
The Hyundai Creta wins on money kept: 67% retained after three years vs 64%, worth about R 37 025 at trade-in time.
Both curves, one chart
Head to head
| Jolion Pro | Creta | |
|---|---|---|
| New price (from) | R 392 150 | R 428 900 |
| ±Monthly instalment | R 6 854/m | R 7 496/m |
| Retained after 1 year | 80% | 82% |
| Retained after 3 years | 64% | 67% |
| Value after 3 years | R 249 186 | R 286 211 |
| Lost to depreciation (3y) | R 142 964 | R 142 689 |
| Value after 5 years | R 194 552 | R 227 302 |
| Our tier | Chinese (established) | Mainstream |
Haval Jolion Pro →
An updated take on the Jolion that arrived in June 2024 with sharper styling and more equipment, sold alongside the original. It quickly became one of SA's best-selling SUVs, and the HEV version is a popular affordable hybrid. Strong new-car deals keep used values under pressure.
Known for: feature-packed compact suv with hybrid option
Hyundai Creta →
A consistent top seller for Hyundai SA since 2017, imported from India. Buyers value the space, light controls and warranty more than outright polish. Second-generation cars from 2021 sell strongly used and the nameplate holds value well for its segment.
Known for: family suv space and comfort at a fair price
Common questions
Which holds value better, the Haval Jolion Pro or the Hyundai Creta?
The Hyundai Creta. It keeps about 67% of its price after three years against 64% for the Haval Jolion Pro, a gap of 3 points.
Which is cheaper to own over three years?
Depreciation is the biggest ownership cost. The Haval Jolion Pro loses about R 142 964 over three years and the Hyundai Creta loses about R 142 689. Fuel, insurance and servicing can narrow or widen that, but the depreciation gap is the number to start from.
What do they cost per month?
On typical finance (10% deposit, 72 months, 11.75%), the Haval Jolion Pro runs about R 6 854 per month and the Hyundai Creta about R 7 496, before fees and insurance.
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Modelled estimates on a retail basis; spec levels and real transaction prices vary.