Arrizo 8 I vs H5 II: which is better?
Chery Arrizo 8 I (2022–present) vs Hongqi H5 II (2022–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Chery Arrizo 8 I
Hongqi H5 IISpecifications
| Chery Arrizo 8 I | Hongqi H5 II | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2022–present | 2022–present |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.6 Turbo | 2.0 Turbo |
| Power, up to | 186 hp | 224 hp |
| Torque, up to | 275 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Gearbox | dual-clutch (DCT) | automatic |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 780 mm | 4 988 mm |
| Width | 1 843 mm | 1 875 mm |
| Height | 1 469 mm | 1 470 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 790 mm | 2 920 mm |
| Fuel tank | 51 L | — |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 13 675 ₸ | ≈ 16 475 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Chery Arrizo 8 I
Pros
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Chery 1.6/2.0 TGDI (SQRF4J16, SQRF4J20) engine: some complaints of fuel dilution of oil in the cold and carbon buildup in city driving
- 6/7DCT dual-clutch gearbox (Chery, Haval, Geely, Changan): jerks and hesitation when pulling away
Engine (Chery 1.6/2.0 TGDI (SQRF4J16, SQRF4J20)): data limited; some complaints about fuel dilution of oil in cold weather and carbon buildup in city driving.
Gearbox (6/7DCT robotized gearbox (Chery, Haval, Geely, Changan)): jerks and delay when pulling away; overheating in traffic on some units.
Hongqi H5 II
Pros
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: generally reliable
- Powerful versions: up to 224 hp
- Currently in production — can be bought new
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: valve body wear at high mileage
Gearbox (Aisin automatic): generally reliable; at high mileage — valve body wear.
Which one to choose
- Arrizo 8 I — if you care more about: kz tax 2026.
- H5 II — if you care more about: power, torque, 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: Arrizo 8 I or H5 II?
Arrizo 8 I: up to 186 hp, H5 II: up to 224 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Arrizo 8 I — about 13 675 ₸, H5 II — about 16 475 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.