C5 I vs 3 I: which is better?
Omoda C5 I (2022–present) vs Moskvich 3 I (2022–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Omoda C5 I
Moskvich 3 ISpecifications
| Omoda C5 I | Moskvich 3 I | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2022–present | 2022–present |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.5 Turbo | 1.5 Turbo |
| Power, up to | 147 hp | 150 hp |
| Torque, up to | 210 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Gearbox | CVT | CVT |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 400 mm | 4 410 mm |
| Width | 1 830 mm | 1 800 mm |
| Height | 1 588 mm | 1 660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 630 mm | 2 620 mm |
| Fuel tank | 51 L | — |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 8 650 ₸ | ≈ 8 650 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Omoda C5 I
Pros
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Chery 1.5 (SQRE4T15C) engine: some complaints of oil consumption and fuel dilution of oil on short winter trips
- Chery CVT25 CVT: complaints of jerks when pulling away and whine
- Front-wheel drive only
Engine (Chery 1.5 (SQRE4T15C)): data still limited; some complaints about oil consumption and fuel dilution of oil on short winter trips.
Gearbox (Chery CVT25 CVT): limited statistics; complaints about jerks when pulling away and droning.
Moskvich 3 I
Pros
- Local assembly: Russia
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- CVT: service history matters
- Front-wheel drive only
Which one to choose
- C5 I — if you care more about: wheelbase.
- 3 I — 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: C5 I or 3 I?
C5 I: up to 147 hp, 3 I: up to 150 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: C5 I — about 8 650 ₸, 3 I — about 8 650 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.