Best Dash Cam for the Haval Jolion (2026 Australian Guide)

Best Dash Cam for the Haval Jolion (2026 Australian Guide)

Best Dash Cam for the Haval Jolion (2026 Australian Guide)

The GWM Haval Jolion is one of Australia's top-selling SUVs and for good reason. It's packed with tech, great value, and incredibly popular on Australian roads. But there's one thing it didn't come with from the factory: a dash cam. If you're searching for the best dash cam for the Haval Jolion, you've landed in the right place. This guide covers everything from the right camera for your budget, to exactly how to install it in a Jolion without leaving a cable in sight.

Why Haval Jolion Owners Need a Dash Cam

As one of the most common cars on Australian roads, the Haval Jolion is statistically more likely to be involved in, or parked near, an incident simply because there are so many of them. Add to that the fact that Australia has no fault-proving obligation without evidence, and the case for a dash camera is obvious.

A quality Haval Jolion dash cam means:

  • Irrefutable evidence in the event of a collision or insurance dispute
  • Parking mode protection to catch hit-and-runs while you're at work or the shops
  • Speed and GPS logging to back up your account of events
  • Peace of mind on every drive, from school runs to highway trips

With the Jolion being a family SUV used across city commutes, school pickups, and weekend trips, around-the-clock protection makes real sense.

Haval Jolion Dash Cam Installation: What You Need to Know First

Before recommending specific cameras, it's worth understanding a few Jolion-specific details that affect your install.

The ADAS Camera Position

The Haval Jolion comes with an ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) camera mounted behind the rearview mirror. This means your dash cam needs to sit to the passengers's side of centre on the windscreen - to the left of the mirror stalk to avoid blocking the ADAS sensor. A compact or screenless dash cam works best here and blends in far more naturally.

Cable Routing in the Jolion

The Jolion's A-pillar trim clips off cleanly, making cable routing straightforward. Run the power cable along the top of the windscreen, tuck it into the headliner, then down the A-pillar trim on the driver's side to the fuse box under the lower dash panel. For a rear camera, the cable runs across the headliner and down the C-pillar trim. It's mostly DIY friendly for someone who is handy!

Fuse Box Access (If you plan on hardwiring yourself)

The fuse box in the Haval Jolion is located under the dashboard on the driver's side, accessible by removing a small trim panel. You'll want to find your ignition-switched fuse (typically an ACC circuit) for the hardwire kit, plus a constant 12V feed for parking mode. 

Or.. OBD Access (If you want the easy 'plug & play' path!

Likewise with the fusebox, the OBD is located under the dashboard on the drivers side - and rather than poking at fuses this allows a very easy - quite literal - plug & play power option!

Our Top Dash Cam Picks for the Haval Jolion

We've matched three recommendations to different Jolion owner needs. All tested, locally stocked in Melbourne, and ready for fast dispatch.

🥇 Best Value Pick - VIOFO A229 Plus 2-Channel (Front + Rear)

The VIOFO A229 Plus 2-CH is our most popular recommendation for Haval Jolion owners. You get dual 2K HDR recording front and rear. Sharp enough to get decent reads on licence plates in all conditions. Powered by Sony STARVIS 2 sensors that handle Australia's harsh glare and low-light nights with ease.

  • 2K (2560×1440) front at 60fps + 2K rear at 30fps
  • Sony STARVIS 2 sensors on both channels
  • Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 for fast clip downloads to your phone
  • Built-in GPS for speed and location stamping
  • Buffered parking mode when hardwired with the HK4 kit

For most Jolion owners who want solid front and rear coverage at a sensible price, this is the camera we'd put in our own car.

→ See the VIOFO A229 Plus 2-CH »

🏆 Premium Pick — VIOFO A329S 2-Channel (4K Front + 2K Rear)

If you want the best dash camera for the Haval Jolion that money can buy, the VIOFO A329S 2-CH is it. Front footage at 4K 60fps is in a different league! Number plates are sharp at highway speeds, and the STARVIS 2 IMX678 sensor sees in the dark like nothing else at this price point.

  • 4K 60fps front + 2K 30fps rear the clearest evidence you can capture
  • Sony STARVIS 2 IMX678 front sensor exceptional night vision and HDR
  • Wi-Fi 6 downloads a 1-minute 4K clip in under 10 seconds
  • Low-power buffered parking mode
  • External SSD support up to 4TB for weeks of footage without overwriting

Ideal if you do a lot of highway driving, travel for work, or simply want the most robust evidence possible.

→ See the VIOFO A329S 2-CH »

💰 Budget Pick — VIOFO A119 Mini 2 (Front Only)

Want quality front-facing protection without spending big? The VIOFO A119 Mini 2 is our budget recommendation for the Haval Jolion. It's tiny- virtually invisible once mounted which makes it ideal for Jolion owners who want a discreet install next to the ADAS camera without cluttering the windscreen.

  • 2K 60fps with Sony STARVIS 2  punches well above its price
  • Buffered parking mode when hardwired
  • Voice control for hands-free operation
  • Built-in GPS

→ See the VIOFO A119 Mini 2 »

Essential Accessories for Your Haval Jolion Dash Cam

Hardwire Kit or OBD Plug in kit - Enable Parking Mode

The single most important upgrade you can add to any Haval Jolion dash cam setup is a hardwire kit if you want to enable parking mode. While not every Jolion owner wants to fiddle under the dashboard, it's a worthwhile upgrade if you plan on being parked at a westfield or bunnings. It powers your camera to keep it recording when you park - surveilling to catching door dings, hit-and-runs, and break-in attempts that happen while you're away from the car.

The VIOFO HK4 Hardwire Kit ($29) is the correct kit for the A229 Plus & A119 Mini cameras - using USB-C and includes a 4-metre loom long enough to reach any fuse box in the Jolion, plus a four-step low-voltage cut-off (11.8V–12.4V) to protect your starter battery.

As for the premium A329S model - the VIOFO HK6 is your suitable hardwire kit.

Alternatively - for all models - without the headaches of fuse taps and finding the right fuses underneath the dash board - the super simply plug and play option via your OBD port is the VIOFO OP100

MicroSD Card - Don't Skimp Here

Dash cams write continuously in a loop - one of the most demanding workloads for a memory card. Standard cards fail faster than you'd expect. We recommend the VIOFO 128GB Industrial MicroSD Card - rated for 120,000 hours of continuous recording and tested to handle Australian temperatures from -25°C to 85°C.

How to Install a Dash Cam in the Haval Jolion

  1. Mount the front camera to the passengers's side of the rearview mirror stalk, clear of the ADAS sensor. Use the provided adhesive mount.
  2. Route the front power cable tuck it under the headliner rubber seal across the top of the windscreen, then behind the A-pillar trim down to the lower dash.
  3. Connect the hardwire kit plug in the OBD, or wire the traditional hardwire kit into an ignition-switched fuse and a constant 12V feed in the fuse box under the driver's dash. Set your low-voltage cut-off to 12.2V (safe default for regularly driven Jolion's batteries).
  4. Mount and wire the rear camera route the coaxial cable from the front unit across the headliner, down the C-pillar trim. You can go up through the 'elephants trunk' loom and mount high on the window, or and along the lower boot seal to the rear lower window.
  5. Test and configure power on, confirm both channels record, set your parking mode preferences, and format the microSD card via the camera menu.

Not confident with DIY wiring? Our professional installation network covers Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Perth - a technician comes to you and has it done in under 90 minutes. Find an installer near you →

Frequently Asked Questions - Dash Cam for the Haval Jolion

What is the best dash cam for the Haval Jolion?

For most Haval Jolion owners, the VIOFO A229 Plus 2-Channel is the best all-round option, with dual 2K HDR front and rear recording, Wi-Fi 6, GPS, and full parking mode support. If you want top-tier clarity, the VIOFO A329S 2-Channel delivers 4K 60fps front recording.

Does a dash cam affect the Haval Jolion's ADAS system?

It can if positioned incorrectly. The Jolion's ADAS camera sits behind the rearview mirror. Mount your dash cam to the driver's side of the mirror stalk to keep the ADAS sensor's field of view clear. A compact, screenless unit like the A119 Mini 2 makes this easiest.

How do I hardwire a dash cam in a Haval Jolion?

The Jolion's fuse box is under the lower dash trim on the driver's side. Use a hardwire kit such as the VIOFO HK4 kit  to wire into an ignition-switched fuse for ACC and a constant 12V feed for parking mode, then earth to the chassis. Set the low-voltage cut-off to 12.2V to protect the Jolion's battery.

Can I install a rear dash cam in the Haval Jolion?

Yes! the Jolion's headliner and C-pillar trim are straightforward to work with. Route the rear camera cable from the front unit across the headliner and down the C-pillar. The A229 Plus 2-CH and A329S 2-CH both include a pre-made rear cable long enough to reach.

Is a dash cam worth it for the Haval Jolion?

Absolutely. As one of the top-selling cars in Australia, the Jolion is on the road in large numbers making it statistically more likely to be near an incident. A dash cam with parking mode provides protection and undeniable insurance evidence, which can be the difference between a covered repair and an out-of-pocket expense.

What microSD card should I use in my Haval Jolion dash cam?

Use a high-endurance, industrial-grade card rated U3/V30 or higher. Standard consumer cards wear out quickly under continuous loop recording. We recommend the VIOFO 128GB Industrial MicroSD, tested for over 120,000 hours of continuous recording and built for Australian temperature extremes.

Ready to Protect Your Haval Jolion?

Whether you're after a discreet front-only unit or full front and rear 4K coverage, we have the right dash camera for your Haval Jolion backed by local Australian stock, fast dispatch from Melbourne, an 18-month manufacturer warranty, and our 30-Day No-Worries return policy.

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Questions about your specific Haval Jolion variant or install? Call us on 1800 226 489 or email gday@dashcamguys.com.au we're here to help.

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