Tiggo 5 I vs H2 I: which is better?
Chery Tiggo 5 I (2013–2020) vs Haval H2 I (2014–2021): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Chery Tiggo 5 I
Haval H2 ISpecifications
| Chery Tiggo 5 I | Haval H2 I | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2013–2020 | 2014–2021 |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 2.0 | 1.5 Turbo |
| Power, up to | 136 hp | 143 hp |
| Torque, up to | 180 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Gearbox | CVT | automatic |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 506 mm | 4 335 mm |
| Width | 1 841 mm | 1 814 mm |
| Height | 1 740 mm | 1 695 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 610 mm | 2 560 mm |
| Fuel tank | 55 L | 55 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 16 475 ₸ | ≈ 8 650 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Chery Tiggo 5 I
Pros
- No data
Cons
- CVT: service history matters
- Front-wheel drive only
Haval H2 I
Pros
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
Cons
- GWM / Haval (1.5T, 2.0T) engine: complaints of fuel dilution of oil in winter and software issues
- Front-wheel drive only
Engine (GWM / Haval (1.5T, 2.0T)): data limited; complaints about fuel dilution of oil in winter and software behavior.
Which one to choose
- Tiggo 5 I — if you care more about: wheelbase.
- H2 I — if you care more about: power, torque, kz tax 2026.
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 5 I or H2 I?
Tiggo 5 I: up to 136 hp, H2 I: up to 143 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Tiggo 5 I — about 16 475 ₸, H2 I — about 8 650 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.