Captiva C140 vs H6 I: which is better?
Chevrolet Captiva C140 (2011–2018) vs Haval H6 I (2011–2017): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Chevrolet Captiva C140
Haval H6 ISpecifications
| Chevrolet Captiva C140 | Haval H6 I | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2011–2018 | 2011–2017 |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 2.4 | 1.5 Turbo |
| Power, up to | 167 hp | 150 hp |
| Torque, up to | 230 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Gearbox | automatic | manual |
| Drive | all-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 673 mm | 4 640 mm |
| Width | 1 868 mm | 1 825 mm |
| Height | 1 756 mm | 1 690 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 707 mm | 2 680 mm |
| Ground clearance | 200 mm | — |
| Fuel tank | 65 L | 66 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 28 750 ₸ | ≈ 8 650 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Chevrolet Captiva C140
Pros
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- High ground clearance: 200 mm
- Local assembly: Russia, Uzbekistan
Cons
- GM 6T30/6T40/6T45 etc. gearbox: 3-5-R clutch pack wave spring failure (6T40/6T45)
Gearbox (GM 6T30/6T40/6T45, etc.): broken wave spring in the 3-5-R clutch pack (6T40/6T45); jerks when the valve body wears.
Haval H6 I
Pros
- Local assembly: Russia
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
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
- Captiva C140 — if you care more about: power, torque, wheelbase.
- H6 I — if you care more about: fuel tank, 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: Captiva C140 or H6 I?
Captiva C140: up to 167 hp, H6 I: up to 150 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Captiva C140 — about 28 750 ₸, H6 I — about 8 650 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.