TXL I vs H6 III: which is better?
Exeed TXL I (2019–present) vs Haval H6 III (2020–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Exeed TXL I
Haval H6 IIISpecifications
| Exeed TXL I | Haval H6 III | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2019–present | 2020–present |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.6 Turbo | 1.5 Turbo |
| Power, up to | 186 hp | 184 hp |
| Torque, up to | 275 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Gearbox | dual-clutch (DCT) | dual-clutch (DCT) |
| Drive | all-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 775 mm | 4 653 mm |
| Width | 1 885 mm | 1 886 mm |
| Height | 1 706 mm | 1 730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 800 mm | 2 738 mm |
| Fuel tank | — | 61 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 13 675 ₸ | ≈ 8 650 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Exeed TXL I
Pros
- 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.
Haval H6 III
Pros
- Local assembly: Kazakhstan, Russia
- Currently in production — can be bought new
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Dual-clutch gearbox: check smoothness in stop-and-go traffic
- Front-wheel drive only
Which one to choose
- TXL I — if you care more about: power, wheelbase.
- H6 III — if you care more about: 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: TXL I or H6 III?
TXL I: up to 186 hp, H6 III: up to 184 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: TXL I — about 13 675 ₸, H6 III — about 8 650 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.