CS55 Plus II vs Outlander IV: which is better?
Changan CS55 Plus II (2021–present) vs Mitsubishi Outlander IV (2021–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Changan CS55 Plus II
Mitsubishi Outlander IVSpecifications
| Changan CS55 Plus II | Mitsubishi Outlander IV | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2021–present | 2021–present |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.5 Turbo | 2.5 |
| Power, up to | 181 hp | 181 hp |
| Torque, up to | 300 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Gearbox | dual-clutch (DCT) | CVT |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
| 0–100 km/h, from | 8 s | — |
| Consumption, from | 5,9 L/100 km | — |
| Length | 4 515 mm | 4 710 mm |
| Width | 1 865 mm | 1 862 mm |
| Height | 1 680 mm | 1 748 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 656 mm | 2 706 mm |
| Ground clearance | 171 mm | — |
| Curb weight | 1 535 kg | — |
| Fuel tank | 55 L | 55 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 8 650 ₸ | ≈ 29 450 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Changan CS55 Plus II
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.
Mitsubishi Outlander IV
Pros
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Currently in production — can be bought new
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Gearbox Jatco CVT: belt and bearing wear
Gearbox (Jatco CVT): belt and bearing wear; sensitive to overheating.
Which one to choose
- CS55 Plus II — if you care more about: torque, kz tax 2026.
- Outlander IV — 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: CS55 Plus II or Outlander IV?
CS55 Plus II: up to 181 hp, Outlander IV: up to 181 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: CS55 Plus II — about 8 650 ₸, Outlander IV — about 29 450 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.