X90 Plus I vs Outlander IV: which is better?
Jetour X90 Plus I (2021–present) vs Mitsubishi Outlander IV (2021–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Jetour X90 Plus I
Mitsubishi Outlander IVSpecifications
| Jetour X90 Plus I | Mitsubishi Outlander IV | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2021–present | 2021–present |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.6 Turbo | 2.5 |
| Power, up to | 186 hp | 181 hp |
| Torque, up to | 275 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Gearbox | dual-clutch (DCT) | CVT |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 858 mm | 4 710 mm |
| Width | 1 925 mm | 1 862 mm |
| Height | 1 780 mm | 1 748 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 850 mm | 2 706 mm |
| Fuel tank | — | 55 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 13 675 ₸ | ≈ 29 450 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
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.
Mitsubishi Outlander IV
Pros
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Currently in production — can be bought new
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Gearbox Jatco CVT: belt and bearing wear
Gearbox (Jatco CVT): belt and bearing wear; sensitive to overheating.
Which one to choose
- X90 Plus I — if you care more about: power, torque, 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: X90 Plus I or Outlander IV?
X90 Plus I: up to 186 hp, Outlander IV: up to 181 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: X90 Plus I — about 13 675 ₸, Outlander IV — about 29 450 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.