The Changan UNI-V I is a liftback in production since 2022.
Engines: 1.5 Turbo (Blue Core 1.5T), 181 hp. Transmission: dual-clutch (DCT); front-wheel drive. Length 4,680 mm, wheelbase 2,750 mm.
Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia.
Changan UNI-V I (2022–present): specs
Specifications
| Production years | 2022–present |
|---|---|
| Body | liftback |
| Engine | 1.5 Turbo |
| Engine code | Blue Core 1.5T |
| Displacement | 1.5 L |
| Fuel | petrol |
| Power | 181 hp |
| Torque | 300 Nm |
| Transmission | dual-clutch (DCT), 7-speed |
| Gearbox model | 7DCT Changan |
| Drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4,680 mm |
| Width | 1,838 mm |
| Height | 1,430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm |
Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan
| Engine | Under 10 years |
|---|---|
| 1.5 Turbo | ≈ 8,650 ₸ |
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) →
Pros and cons
Pros
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Changan Blue Core engine: new, little reliability data so far
- 6/7DCT dual-clutch gearbox (Chery, Haval, Geely, Changan): jerks and hesitation when pulling away
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: 6/7DCT robotized gearbox (Chery, Haval, Geely, Changan)
- jerks and delay when pulling away
- overheating in traffic on some units
What to check when buying: smoothness when pulling away and maneuvering; software updates at the dealer.
Tip: Change the oil every 60k km.
Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.
Tyre and wheel sizes
Factory sizes: tyres 215/55R17, 235/45R18, 235/40R19; bolt pattern 5x114.3. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →
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FAQ
What engine does the Changan UNI-V I have?
1.5 Turbo, code Blue Core 1.5T, 181 hp, 300 Nm.
What transmission does it have?
dual-clutch (DCT) (7DCT Changan).
How much is the vehicle tax on the Changan UNI-V I in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, about 8,650 ₸ 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.