The Geely Okavango I is a crossover SUV in production since 2020.
Engines: 1.5 Turbo (JLH-3G15TD), 177 hp. Transmission: dual-clutch (DCT); front-wheel drive. Length 4,835 mm, wheelbase 2,815 mm.
No facelift so far. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia.
Geely Okavango I (2020–present): specs
Specifications
| Production years | 2020–present |
|---|---|
| Body | crossover SUV |
| Engine | 1.5 Turbo |
| Engine code | JLH-3G15TD |
| Displacement | 1.5 L |
| Fuel | petrol |
| Power | 177 hp |
| Torque | 255 Nm |
| Transmission | dual-clutch (DCT), 7-speed |
| Gearbox model | 7DCT Geely |
| Drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4,835 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,780 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,815 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) →
7 seats
Pros and cons
Pros
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Geely (1.5T, 2.0T, 2.4) engine: the 2.0T (JLH-4G20) is based on the Volvo Drive-E engine
- 6/7DCT dual-clutch gearbox (Chery, Haval, Geely, Changan): jerks and hesitation when pulling away
- Front-wheel drive only
Common problems and what to check
Engine: Geely (1.5T, 2.0T, 2.4)
- data limited; the 2.0T (JLH-4G20) is based on the Volvo Drive-E engine
What to check when buying: service history.
Tip: Oil per schedule, preferably more often.
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 225/60R17, 225/55R18. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →
Compare with rivals
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FAQ
What engine does the Geely Okavango I have?
1.5 Turbo, code JLH-3G15TD, 177 hp, 255 Nm.
What transmission does it have?
dual-clutch (DCT) (7DCT Geely).
How much is the vehicle tax on the Geely Okavango 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.