Onix II vs Emgrand IV (SS11): which is better?
Chevrolet Onix II (2019–present) vs Geely Emgrand IV (SS11) (2021–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Specifications
| Chevrolet Onix II | Geely Emgrand IV (SS11) | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2019–present | 2021–present |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.2, 1.2 Turbo | 1.5 |
| Power, up to | 132 hp | 122 hp |
| Torque, up to | — | 142 Nm |
| Gearbox | manual, automatic | CVT |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| 0–100 km/h, from | 10,6 s | — |
| Consumption, from | 5,9 L/100 km | — |
| Length | 4 474 mm | 4 638 mm |
| Width | 1 730 mm | 1 820 mm |
| Height | 1 471 mm | 1 460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 600 mm | 2 650 mm |
| Fuel tank | 44 L | 50 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 8 650 ₸ | ≈ 8 650 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Chevrolet Onix II
Pros
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Available with a manual
- Local assembly: Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Small tank: 44 L
Geely Emgrand IV (SS11)
Pros
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- CVT: service history matters
Which one to choose
- Onix II — if you care more about: power.
- Emgrand IV (SS11) — if you care more about: wheelbase, fuel tank.
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: Onix II or Emgrand IV (SS11)?
Onix II: up to 132 hp, Emgrand IV (SS11): up to 122 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Onix II — about 8 650 ₸, Emgrand IV (SS11) — about 8 650 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.
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Chevrolet Onix II
Geely Emgrand IV (SS11)