Tiggo 7 Pro Max I vs JS6 I: which is better?
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Max I (2022–present) vs JAC JS6 I (2022–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Max I
JAC JS6 ISpecifications
| Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Max I | JAC JS6 I | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2022–present | 2022–present |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.6 Turbo | 1.5 Turbo |
| Power, up to | 186 hp | 174 hp |
| Torque, up to | 275 Nm | — |
| Gearbox | dual-clutch (DCT) | dual-clutch (DCT) |
| Drive | all-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 500 mm | — |
| Width | 1 842 mm | — |
| Height | 1 746 mm | — |
| Wheelbase | 2 670 mm | — |
| Fuel tank | 51 L | — |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 13 675 ₸ | ≈ 8 650 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Max I
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
- 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.
JAC JS6 I
Pros
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Dual-clutch gearbox: check smoothness in stop-and-go traffic
- Front-wheel drive only
Which one to choose
- Tiggo 7 Pro Max I — if you care more about: power.
- JS6 I — if you care more about: 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 7 Pro Max I or JS6 I?
Tiggo 7 Pro Max I: up to 186 hp, JS6 I: up to 174 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Tiggo 7 Pro Max I — about 13 675 ₸, JS6 I — about 8 650 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.