CS35 Plus I vs F7 I: which is better?
Changan CS35 Plus I (2018–present) vs Haval F7 I (2018–2024): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Changan CS35 Plus I
Haval F7 ISpecifications
| Changan CS35 Plus I | Haval F7 I | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2018–present | 2018–2024 |
| 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 | — | 280 Nm |
| Gearbox | dual-clutch (DCT) | dual-clutch (DCT) |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 335 mm | 4 620 mm |
| Width | 1 825 mm | 1 846 mm |
| Height | 1 660 mm | 1 690 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 600 mm | 2 725 mm |
| Fuel tank | — | 55 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.
Haval F7 I
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
Engine (GWM / Haval (1.5T, 2.0T)): data limited; complaints about fuel dilution of oil in winter and software behavior.
Gearbox (6/7DCT robotized gearbox (Chery, Haval, Geely, Changan)): jerks and delay when pulling away; overheating in traffic on some units.
Which one to choose
- F7 I — if you care more about: wheelbase.
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: CS35 Plus I or F7 I?
CS35 Plus I: up to 150 hp, F7 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 ₸, F7 I — about 8 650 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.