H6 II vs Kona I (OS): which is better?
Haval H6 II (2017–2021) vs Hyundai Kona I (OS) (2017–2023): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Haval H6 II
Hyundai Kona I (OS)Specifications
| Haval H6 II | Hyundai Kona I (OS) | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2017–2021 | 2017–2023 |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.5 Turbo | 2.0 |
| Power, up to | 150 hp | 149 hp |
| Torque, up to | 210 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Gearbox | dual-clutch (DCT) | automatic |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 600 mm | 4 165 mm |
| Width | 1 860 mm | 1 800 mm |
| Height | 1 720 mm | 1 565 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 720 mm | 2 600 mm |
| Fuel tank | 58 L | 50 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 8 650 ₸ | ≈ 16 475 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Haval H6 II
Pros
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- GWM / Haval (1.5T, 2.0T) engine: complaints of fuel dilution of oil in winter and software issues
- 6/7DCT dual-clutch gearbox (Chery, Haval, Geely, Changan): jerks and hesitation when pulling away
- Front-wheel drive only
Engine (GWM / Haval (1.5T, 2.0T)): data limited; complaints about fuel dilution of oil in winter and software behavior.
Gearbox (6/7DCT robotized gearbox (Chery, Haval, Geely, Changan)): jerks and delay when pulling away; overheating in traffic on some units.
Hyundai Kona I (OS)
Pros
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Hyundai/Kia Nu 2.0 engine (G4NA, G4NB): cylinder scoring
- Hyundai/Kia automatic: jolts on 2–3 shifts and when braking
- 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
- H6 II — if you care more about: power, torque, wheelbase, fuel tank, 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: H6 II or Kona I (OS)?
H6 II: up to 150 hp, Kona I (OS): up to 149 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: H6 II — about 8 650 ₸, Kona I (OS) — about 16 475 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.