Updated Haval Jolion and H6 imminent

Haval’s mid-size SUV family is set for a comprehensive update with both H6 and Jolion models in line for significant facelifts, while the incoming Jolion Hybrid will get a design all of its own.

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.

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Given the timing of the mysterious vehicle’s presence on local roads, the official arrival of the new Jolion Hybrid is just a couple of months away, according to Haval sources.

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.

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H6 fans will also have to wait a little longer for a similar treatment, with the updated model likely to arrive in Australia between six and 12 months.

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.

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Styling updates are all that are being discussed about either model at this stage and details regarding powertrains will have to wait.

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.