Coolray II vs Mufasa I (NU2): which is better?
Geely Coolray II (2023–present) vs Hyundai Mufasa I (NU2) (2023–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Geely Coolray II
Hyundai Mufasa I (NU2)Specifications
| Geely Coolray II | Hyundai Mufasa I (NU2) | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2023–present | 2023–present |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.5 Turbo | 2.0 MPI |
| Power, up to | 181 hp | 160 hp |
| Torque, up to | 290 Nm | — |
| Gearbox | dual-clutch (DCT) | automatic |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Consumption, from | — | 6,9 L/100 km |
| Length | 4 380 mm | 4 475 mm |
| Width | 1 810 mm | 1 850 mm |
| Height | 1 615 mm | 1 665 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 640 mm | 2 680 mm |
| Ground clearance | — | 147 mm |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 8 650 ₸ | ≈ 16 475 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Geely Coolray II
Pros
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Dual-clutch gearbox: check smoothness in stop-and-go traffic
- Front-wheel drive only
Hyundai Mufasa I (NU2)
Pros
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Local assembly: Kazakhstan
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Hyundai/Kia Nu 2.0 engine (G4NA, G4NB): cylinder scoring
- Hyundai/Kia automatic: jolts on 2–3 shifts and when braking
- Low ground clearance: 147 mm
- Front-wheel drive only
Engine (Hyundai/Kia Nu 2.0 (G4NA, G4NB)): cylinder scoring; increased oil consumption; catalytic converter debris.
Gearbox (Hyundai/Kia automatic): kicks on the 2–3 shift and when braking; solenoid and clutch pack wear at high mileage.
Which one to choose
- Coolray II — if you care more about: power, kz tax 2026.
- Mufasa I (NU2) — if you care more about: 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: Coolray II or Mufasa I (NU2)?
Coolray II: up to 181 hp, Mufasa I (NU2): up to 160 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Coolray II — about 8 650 ₸, Mufasa I (NU2) — about 16 475 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.