Tiggo 8 Pro I vs Dargo I: which is better?
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro I (2021–present) vs Haval Dargo I (2021–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Haval Dargo ISpecifications
| Chery Tiggo 8 Pro I | Haval Dargo I | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2021–present | 2021–present |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.6 Turbo | 2.0 Turbo |
| Power, up to | 186 hp | 192 hp |
| Torque, up to | 275 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Gearbox | dual-clutch (DCT) | dual-clutch (DCT) |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
| 0–100 km/h, from | 8,9 s | — |
| Consumption, from | 7 L/100 km | — |
| Length | 4 722 mm | 4 620 mm |
| Width | 1 860 mm | 1 890 mm |
| Height | 1 745 mm | 1 780 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 710 mm | 2 738 mm |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 13 675 ₸ | ≈ 16 475 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro I
Pros
- 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
- Front-wheel drive only
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.
Haval Dargo I
Pros
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Local assembly: Russia
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Engine BMW N20 (2.0 Turbo): timing chain guide wear on engines before ~2015
- 6/7DCT dual-clutch gearbox (Chery, Haval, Geely, Changan): jerks and hesitation when pulling away
Engine (BMW N20 (2.0 Turbo)): timing chain guide wear on engines before ~2015; oil leaks.
Gearbox (6/7DCT robotized gearbox (Chery, Haval, Geely, Changan)): jerks and delay when pulling away; overheating in traffic on some units.
Which one to choose
- Tiggo 8 Pro I — if you care more about: kz tax 2026.
- Dargo I — 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 8 Pro I or Dargo I?
Tiggo 8 Pro I: up to 186 hp, Dargo I: up to 192 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Tiggo 8 Pro I — about 13 675 ₸, Dargo I — about 16 475 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.