The Geely Tugella I is a crossover SUV in production since 2019.
Engines: 2.0 Turbo (JLH-4G20TDB (Drive-E)), 238 hp. Transmission: automatic; all-wheel drive. Length 4,605 mm, wheelbase 2,700 mm.
Facelift: 2023. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia.
Geely Tugella I (2019–present): specs
Specifications
| Production years | 2019–present |
|---|---|
| Body | crossover SUV |
| Engine | 2.0 Turbo |
| Engine code | JLH-4G20TDB (Drive-E) |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Fuel | petrol |
| Power | 238 hp |
| Torque | 350 Nm |
| Transmission | automatic, 8-speed |
| Gearbox model | 8AT Aisin AWF8F45 |
| Drive | all-wheel drive |
| Length | 4,605 mm |
| Width | 1,878 mm |
| Height | 1,643 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 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) →
Pros and cons
Pros
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: generally reliable
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- 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
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: valve body wear at high mileage
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: 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 235/55R18, 235/50R19, 245/45R20; bolt pattern 5x108. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →
Compare with rivals
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FAQ
What engine does the Geely Tugella I have?
2.0 Turbo, code JLH-4G20TDB (Drive-E), 238 hp, 350 Nm.
What transmission does it have?
automatic (8AT Aisin AWF8F45).
How much is the vehicle tax on the Geely Tugella 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.