Okavango I vs Sorento IV (MQ4): which is better?
Geely Okavango I (2020–present) vs Kia Sorento IV (MQ4) (2020–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Geely Okavango I
Kia Sorento IV (MQ4)Specifications
| Geely Okavango I | Kia Sorento IV (MQ4) | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2020–present | 2020–present |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.5 Turbo | 2.5 |
| Power, up to | 177 hp | 180 hp |
| Torque, up to | 255 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Gearbox | dual-clutch (DCT) | automatic |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 835 mm | 4 810 mm |
| Width | 1 900 mm | 1 900 mm |
| Height | 1 780 mm | 1 700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 815 mm | 2 815 mm |
| Ground clearance | — | 176 mm |
| Fuel tank | — | 67 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 8 650 ₸ | ≈ 29 450 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Geely Okavango I
Pros
- 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
- 6/7DCT dual-clutch gearbox (Chery, Haval, Geely, Changan): jerks and hesitation when pulling away
- Front-wheel drive only
Engine (Geely (1.5T, 2.0T, 2.4)): data limited; the 2.0T (JLH-4G20) is based on the Volvo Drive-E engine.
Gearbox (6/7DCT robotized gearbox (Chery, Haval, Geely, Changan)): jerks and delay when pulling away; overheating in traffic on some units.
Kia Sorento IV (MQ4)
Pros
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Local assembly: Kazakhstan
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Hyundai/Kia Smartstream G2.5 engine: some complaints of oil consumption
- Hyundai/Kia automatic: jolts on 2–3 shifts and when braking
Engine (Hyundai/Kia Smartstream G2.5): new engine, data still accumulating; some complaints about oil consumption.
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
- Okavango I — if you care more about: torque, kz tax 2026.
- Sorento IV (MQ4) — if you care more about: power.
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: Okavango I or Sorento IV (MQ4)?
Okavango I: up to 177 hp, Sorento IV (MQ4): up to 180 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Okavango I — about 8 650 ₸, Sorento IV (MQ4) — about 29 450 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.