Dargo I vs X90 Plus I: which is better?
Haval Dargo I (2021–present) vs Jetour X90 Plus I (2021–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Haval Dargo I
Jetour X90 Plus ISpecifications
| Haval Dargo I | Jetour X90 Plus I | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2021–present | 2021–present |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 2.0 Turbo | 1.6 Turbo |
| Power, up to | 192 hp | 186 hp |
| Torque, up to | 320 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Gearbox | dual-clutch (DCT) | dual-clutch (DCT) |
| Drive | all-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 620 mm | 4 858 mm |
| Width | 1 890 mm | 1 925 mm |
| Height | 1 780 mm | 1 780 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 738 mm | 2 850 mm |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 16 475 ₸ | ≈ 13 675 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Haval Dargo I
Pros
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Local assembly: Russia
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Engine BMW N20 (2.0 Turbo): timing chain guide wear on engines before ~2015
- 6/7DCT dual-clutch gearbox (Chery, Haval, Geely, Changan): jerks and hesitation when pulling away
Engine (BMW N20 (2.0 Turbo)): timing chain guide wear on engines before ~2015; oil leaks.
Gearbox (6/7DCT robotized gearbox (Chery, Haval, Geely, Changan)): jerks and delay when pulling away; overheating in traffic on some units.
Jetour X90 Plus I
Pros
- 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
- Front-wheel drive only
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.
Which one to choose
- Dargo I — if you care more about: power, torque.
- X90 Plus I — if you care more about: wheelbase, 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: Dargo I or X90 Plus I?
Dargo I: up to 192 hp, X90 Plus I: up to 186 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Dargo I — about 16 475 ₸, X90 Plus I — about 13 675 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.