RX I vs HS5 II: which is better?
Exeed RX I (2023–present) vs Hongqi HS5 II (2023–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Exeed RX I
Hongqi HS5 IISpecifications
| Exeed RX I | Hongqi HS5 II | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2023–present | 2023–present |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 2.0 Turbo | 2.0 Turbo |
| Power, up to | 249 hp | 252 hp |
| Torque, up to | 390 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Gearbox | dual-clutch (DCT) | automatic |
| Drive | all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 732 mm | 4 790 mm |
| Width | 1 920 mm | 1 906 mm |
| Height | 1 690 mm | 1 700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 800 mm | 2 870 mm |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 16 475 ₸ | ≈ 16 475 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Exeed RX I
Pros
- Powerful versions: up to 249 hp
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Currently in production — can be bought new
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.
Hongqi HS5 II
Pros
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: generally reliable
- Powerful versions: up to 252 hp
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: valve body wear at high mileage
Gearbox (Aisin automatic): generally reliable; at high mileage — valve body wear.
Which one to choose
- RX I — if you care more about: torque.
- HS5 II — if you care more about: power, 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: RX I or HS5 II?
RX I: up to 249 hp, HS5 II: up to 252 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: RX I — about 16 475 ₸, HS5 II — about 16 475 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.