Tiggo 2 / Tiggo 2 Pro I vs Creta I (GS): which is better?
Chery Tiggo 2 / Tiggo 2 Pro I (2016–present) vs Hyundai Creta I (GS) (2016–2021): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Chery Tiggo 2 / Tiggo 2 Pro I
Hyundai Creta I (GS)Specifications
| Chery Tiggo 2 / Tiggo 2 Pro I | Hyundai Creta I (GS) | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2016–present | 2016–2021 |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Power, up to | 106 hp | 123 hp |
| Torque, up to | 135 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Gearbox | CVT | automatic |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 200 mm | 4 270 mm |
| Width | 1 760 mm | 1 780 mm |
| Height | 1 570 mm | 1 630 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 555 mm | 2 590 mm |
| Ground clearance | — | 190 mm |
| Fuel tank | — | 55 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 8 650 ₸ | ≈ 13 675 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Chery Tiggo 2 / Tiggo 2 Pro I
Pros
- Currently in production — can be bought new
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- CVT: service history matters
- Front-wheel drive only
- Modest power: up to 106 hp
Hyundai Creta I (GS)
Pros
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Local assembly: Russia
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Hyundai/Kia Gamma 1.6 engine (G4FC, G4FG): catalytic converter breakdown and debris entering the cylinders — scoring
- Hyundai/Kia automatic: jolts on 2–3 shifts and when braking
- Front-wheel drive only
Engine (Hyundai/Kia Gamma 1.6 (G4FC, G4FG)): catalytic converter breakdown with debris entering the cylinders — scoring; timing chain stretch after 150k km; knocking when worn (valves adjusted with shims).
Gearbox (Hyundai/Kia automatic): kicks on the 2–3 shift and when braking; solenoid and clutch pack wear at high mileage.
Which one to choose
- Tiggo 2 / Tiggo 2 Pro I — if you care more about: kz tax 2026.
- Creta I (GS) — 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: Tiggo 2 / Tiggo 2 Pro I or Creta I (GS)?
Tiggo 2 / Tiggo 2 Pro I: up to 106 hp, Creta I (GS): up to 123 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Tiggo 2 / Tiggo 2 Pro I — about 8 650 ₸, Creta I (GS) — about 13 675 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.