Onix II vs Elantra VII (CN7): which is better?
Chevrolet Onix II (2019–present) vs Hyundai Elantra VII (CN7) (2020–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Chevrolet Onix II
Hyundai Elantra VII (CN7)Specifications
| Chevrolet Onix II | Hyundai Elantra VII (CN7) | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2019–present | 2020–present |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.2, 1.2 Turbo | 1.6 Smartstream, 2.0 Smartstream |
| Power, up to | 132 hp | 150 hp |
| Torque, up to | — | 192 Nm |
| Gearbox | manual, automatic | CVT, automatic |
| 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 | 4 675 mm |
| Width | 1 730 mm | 1 825 mm |
| Height | 1 471 mm | 1 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 600 mm | 2 720 mm |
| Ground clearance | — | 150 mm |
| Fuel tank | 44 L | 47 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 8 650 ₸ | ≈ 13 675 ₸ |
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
Hyundai Elantra VII (CN7)
Pros
- Local assembly: Kazakhstan
- Currently in production — can be bought new
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Hyundai IVT CVT gearbox: some complaints of jerking when pulling away
- Hyundai/Kia automatic: jolts on 2–3 shifts and when braking
Engine (Hyundai/Kia Smartstream): new engines, few widespread problems so far.
Gearbox (Hyundai IVT CVT): the gearbox is relatively new, statistics are being gathered; there are complaints about jerks when pulling away.
Which one to choose
- Onix II — if you care more about: kz tax 2026.
- Elantra VII (CN7) — if you care more about: power, 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 Elantra VII (CN7)?
Onix II: up to 132 hp, Elantra VII (CN7): up to 150 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Onix II — about 8 650 ₸, Elantra VII (CN7) — about 13 675 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.