Arrizo 8 I vs E-Class W214: which is better?
Chery Arrizo 8 I (2022–present) vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class W214 (2023–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Chery Arrizo 8 I
Mercedes-Benz E-Class W214Specifications
| Chery Arrizo 8 I | Mercedes-Benz E-Class W214 | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2022–present | 2023–present |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.6 Turbo | 2.0 Turbo (E200) |
| Power, up to | 186 hp | 204 hp |
| Torque, up to | 275 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Gearbox | dual-clutch (DCT) | automatic |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | rear-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 780 mm | 4 949 mm |
| Width | 1 843 mm | 1 880 mm |
| Height | 1 469 mm | 1 469 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 790 mm | 2 961 mm |
| Fuel tank | 51 L | 66 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.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class W214
Pros
- Powerful versions: up to 204 hp
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Currently in production — can be bought new
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Engine Mercedes M254/M256/M276/M278/M176: complex engines, expensive to repair
- Gearbox Mercedes 9G-Tronic: jerky shifts when worn, software updates
Engine (Mercedes M254/M256/M276/M278/M176): engines are complex and expensive to repair; oil leaks and chain issues occur on M276/M278 at high mileage.
Gearbox (Mercedes 9G-Tronic): jerks when worn, software updates.
Which one to choose
- Arrizo 8 I — if you care more about: kz tax 2026.
- E-Class W214 — if you care more about: power, torque, wheelbase, fuel tank.
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 E-Class W214?
Arrizo 8 I: up to 186 hp, E-Class W214: up to 204 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Arrizo 8 I — about 13 675 ₸, E-Class W214 — about 16 475 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.