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Haval F7 I (2018–2024): specs

Haval F7 I (2018–2024) photo
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The Haval F7 I is a crossover SUV produced from 2018 to 2024.

Engines: 1.5 Turbo (GW4B15A), 150 hp. Transmission: dual-clutch (DCT); front-wheel drive. Length 4,620 mm, wheelbase 2,725 mm, fuel tank 55 L.

Facelift: 2022. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia; assembled in Russia.

Specifications

Production years2018–2024
Bodycrossover SUV
Engine1.5 Turbo
Engine codeGW4B15A
Displacement1.5 L
Fuelpetrol
Power150 hp
Torque280 Nm
Transmissiondual-clutch (DCT), 7-speed
Gearbox model7DCT GWM
Drivefront-wheel drive
Length4,620 mm
Width1,846 mm
Height1,690 mm
Wheelbase2,725 mm
Fuel tank55 L

Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan

EngineUnder 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) →

Also 2.0T 190 hp AWD

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Local assembly: Russia

Cons

  • GWM / Haval (1.5T, 2.0T) engine: complaints of fuel dilution of oil in winter and software issues
  • 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: GWM / Haval (1.5T, 2.0T)

  • data limited; complaints about fuel dilution of oil in winter and software behavior

What to check when buying: oil level; firmware updates at the dealer.

Tip: Change oil more often than scheduled in city use.

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 225/65R17, 225/55R19; bolt pattern 5x114.3. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →

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FAQ

What engine does the Haval F7 I have?

1.5 Turbo, code GW4B15A, 150 hp, 280 Nm.

What transmission does it have?

dual-clutch (DCT) (7DCT GWM).

What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?

Fuel tank 55 l.

How much is the vehicle tax on the Haval F7 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.

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