Atlas I (NL-3) vs C-HR I (AX10): which is better?
Geely Atlas I (NL-3) (2016–2023) vs Toyota C-HR I (AX10) (2016–2023): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Toyota C-HR I (AX10)Specifications
| Geely Atlas I (NL-3) | Toyota C-HR I (AX10) | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2016–2023 | 2016–2023 |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 2.4 | 2.0 |
| Power, up to | 148 hp | 148 hp |
| Torque, up to | 226 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Gearbox | automatic | CVT |
| Drive | all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 519 mm | 4 360 mm |
| Width | 1 831 mm | 1 795 mm |
| Height | 1 694 mm | 1 565 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 670 mm | 2 640 mm |
| Ground clearance | 190 mm | — |
| Fuel tank | 60 L | 50 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 28 750 ₸ | ≈ 16 475 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Geely Atlas I (NL-3)
Pros
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: generally reliable
- All-wheel-drive versions available
Cons
- Geely (1.5T, 2.0T, 2.4) engine: the 2.0T (JLH-4G20) is based on the Volvo Drive-E engine
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: valve body wear at high mileage
Engine (Geely (1.5T, 2.0T, 2.4)): data limited; the 2.0T (JLH-4G20) is based on the Volvo Drive-E engine.
Gearbox (Aisin automatic): generally reliable; at high mileage — valve body wear.
Toyota C-HR I (AX10)
Pros
- Toyota CVT gearbox: generally reliable
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Toyota 3ZR-FAE engine (2.0): oil consumption with mileage
- Toyota CVT gearbox: jerking with old fluid
Engine (Toyota 3ZR-FAE (2.0)): oil consumption at higher mileage; Valvematic actuator failure; water pump leak.
Gearbox (Toyota CVT): generally reliable; jerks with old oil.
Which one to choose
- Atlas I (NL-3) — if you care more about: torque, wheelbase, fuel tank.
- C-HR I (AX10) — 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: Atlas I (NL-3) or C-HR I (AX10)?
Atlas I (NL-3): up to 148 hp, C-HR I (AX10): up to 148 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Atlas I (NL-3) — about 28 750 ₸, C-HR I (AX10) — about 16 475 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.