CS35 Plus I vs Coolray I: which is better?
Changan CS35 Plus I (2018–present) vs Geely Coolray I (2018–2023): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Changan CS35 Plus ISpecifications
| Changan CS35 Plus I | Geely Coolray I | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2018–present | 2018–2023 |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.4 Turbo | 1.5 Turbo |
| Power, up to | 150 hp | 150 hp |
| Torque, up to | — | 255 Nm |
| Gearbox | dual-clutch (DCT) | dual-clutch (DCT) |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 335 mm | 4 330 mm |
| Width | 1 825 mm | 1 800 mm |
| Height | 1 660 mm | 1 609 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 600 mm | 2 600 mm |
| Ground clearance | — | 196 mm |
| Fuel tank | — | 45 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 8 650 ₸ | ≈ 8 650 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Changan CS35 Plus I
Pros
- Currently in production — can be bought new
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
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
- Front-wheel drive only
Engine (Changan Blue Core): data limited; no widespread serious problems known so far.
Gearbox (6/7DCT robotized gearbox (Chery, Haval, Geely, Changan)): jerks and delay when pulling away; overheating in traffic on some units.
Geely Coolray I
Pros
- No data
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
- Small tank: 45 L
- 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.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: CS35 Plus I or Coolray I?
CS35 Plus I: up to 150 hp, Coolray I: up to 150 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: CS35 Plus I — about 8 650 ₸, Coolray I — about 8 650 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.