The Changan UNI-K I is a crossover SUV in production since 2020.
Engines: 2.0 Turbo (Blue Core D 2.0T), 233 hp. Transmission: automatic; all-wheel drive. Length 4,865 mm, wheelbase 2,890 mm.
Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan.
Changan UNI-K I (2020–present): specs
Specifications
| Production years | 2020–present |
|---|---|
| Body | crossover SUV |
| Engine | 2.0 Turbo |
| Engine code | Blue Core D 2.0T |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Fuel | petrol |
| Power | 233 hp |
| Torque | 390 Nm |
| Transmission | automatic, 8-speed |
| Gearbox model | 8AT Aisin |
| Drive | all-wheel drive |
| Length | 4,865 mm |
| Width | 1,948 mm |
| Height | 1,700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,890 mm |
Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan
| Engine | Under 10 years |
|---|---|
| 2.0 Turbo | ≈ 16,475 ₸ |
Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: generally reliable
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Currently in production — can be bought new
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Changan Blue Core engine: new, little reliability data so far
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: valve body wear at high mileage
Common problems and what to check
Engine: Changan Blue Core
- data limited; no widespread serious problems known so far
What to check when buying: dealer service history.
Tip: Oil per schedule.
Gearbox: Aisin automatic
- generally reliable; at high mileage — valve body wear
What to check when buying: shift smoothness.
Tip: Change the oil every 60–80k km.
Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.
Tyre and wheel sizes
Factory sizes: tyres 255/55R19, 255/50R20, 265/45R21. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →
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FAQ
What engine does the Changan UNI-K I have?
2.0 Turbo, code Blue Core D 2.0T, 233 hp, 390 Nm.
What transmission does it have?
automatic (8AT Aisin).
How much is the vehicle tax on the Changan UNI-K I in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, about 16,475 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.