X50 I vs X70 I: which is better?
Belgee X50 I (2023–present) vs Belgee X70 I (2024–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Belgee X50 I
Belgee X70 ISpecifications
| Belgee X50 I | Belgee X70 I | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2023–present | 2024–present |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.5 Turbo | 1.5 Turbo |
| Power, up to | 147 hp | 150 hp |
| Gearbox | dual-clutch (DCT) | automatic |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 8 650 ₸ | ≈ 8 650 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Belgee X50 I
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
Engine (Geely (1.5T, 2.0T, 2.4)): data limited; the 2.0T (JLH-4G20) is based on the Volvo Drive-E engine.
Gearbox (6/7DCT robotized gearbox (Chery, Haval, Geely, Changan)): jerks and delay when pulling away; overheating in traffic on some units.
Belgee X70 I
Pros
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: generally reliable
- 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
- Front-wheel drive only
Engine (Geely (1.5T, 2.0T, 2.4)): data limited; the 2.0T (JLH-4G20) is based on the Volvo Drive-E engine.
Gearbox (Aisin automatic): generally reliable; at high mileage — valve body wear.
Which one to choose
- X70 I — if you care more about: power.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: X50 I or X70 I?
X50 I: up to 147 hp, X70 I: up to 150 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: X50 I — about 8 650 ₸, X70 I — about 8 650 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.