Monjaro I vs 300 I: which is better?
Geely Monjaro I (2021–present) vs Tank 300 I (2021–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Geely Monjaro I
Tank 300 ISpecifications
| Geely Monjaro I | Tank 300 I | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2021–present | 2021–present |
| Body | crossover SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 2.0 Turbo | 2.0 Turbo |
| Power, up to | 238 hp | 220 hp |
| Torque, up to | 350 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Gearbox | automatic | automatic |
| Drive | all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
| 0–100 km/h, from | 8 s | — |
| Consumption, from | 7,8 L/100 km | — |
| Length | 4 770 mm | 4 760 mm |
| Width | 1 895 mm | 1 930 mm |
| Height | 1 689 mm | 1 903 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 845 mm | 2 750 mm |
| Ground clearance | — | 224 mm |
| Curb weight | 1 855 kg | — |
| Fuel tank | 62 L | 80 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 16 475 ₸ | ≈ 16 475 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Geely Monjaro I
Pros
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: generally reliable
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Local assembly: Kazakhstan
- Currently in production — can be bought new
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.
Tank 300 I
Pros
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- High ground clearance: 224 mm
- Large tank: 80 L
Cons
- No data
Which one to choose
- Monjaro I — if you care more about: power, wheelbase.
- 300 I — if you care more about: torque, 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: Monjaro I or 300 I?
Monjaro I: up to 238 hp, 300 I: up to 220 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Monjaro I — about 16 475 ₸, 300 I — about 16 475 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.