Every year, crossovers are becoming more popular. This is explained by the fact that the car behaves perfectly on city streets and country roads. From the presented variety it is not so easy to choose the most reliable SUV. When buying, it should be borne in mind that this type of car is relevant for large families and operation in sparsely populated cities with roads of dubious quality. The main advantages of compact SUVs include a roomy interior, comfort and significant ground clearance.
Mazda CX5
This crossover from Japan stands out with its bright recognizable design, which is ahead of many competitors in its design and aerodynamics. The interior decoration uses high quality materials (genuine leather, soft plastic). The specified car is optimal for lovers of comfort and beauty. The suspension and chassis of the car perfectly feel the asphalt and country road.
Parameters of the Mazda CX5 SUV:
- displacement of gasoline ICE - 2 l;
- power value - 150 l. from.;
- transmission unit - manual transmission 4 × 2;
- clearance - 19.2 cm;
- "appetite" - 8.7 l / 100 km;
- a set of hundreds - 10.4 seconds;
- estimated cost - from 1.5 million rubles.
Owners include excellent dynamic characteristics, excellent equipment, an informative and comfortable suspension. Among the minuses - not very spacious interior, low ground clearance for its class, not suitable for moving on a clear off-road.
Kia sportage
This car for a reason belongs to the category of the most reliable SUVs. He is among the top 5 bought crossovers in the world. The car combines good dynamics, handling, comfort, strength of 150 "horses". The main feature is a wide range of powertrains. The client can choose a version based on financial capabilities and preferences. The equipment of this vehicle is practically in no way inferior to European counterparts.
Key Features of Kia Sportage:
- the volume of a regular gasoline engine - 2.0 l;
- gear shifting unit - 4 × 2 configuration manual;
- acceleration to 100 km - 10.5 seconds;
- approximate price - from 1.3 million rubles.
The advantages include high quality interior decoration and spaciousness, good noise insulation and "stuffing". Among the shortcomings are weak off-road performance, longitudinal buildup, ground clearance of 182 mm.
SUV "Hyundai Tucson"
The specified crossover is considered one of the best Korean representatives in its segment. The vehicle is also popular in the Russian market. Potential owners are attracted by a comfortable lounge, solid equipment, a beautiful exterior, high quality finishes, a wide range of engines. The list of engines includes gasoline and diesel versions. The appearance of Tucson is comparable to the Kia Sportage. Among the other advantages of the Hyundai SUV are aggressive sports body lines, profitability, and reliability. Along with all the advantages, users note an unreasonably high price.
Parameters of the most affordable variation:
- displacement of the engine - 2.0 l;
- a type of fuel - gasoline;
- power value - 150 "horses";
- gearbox - mechanics (4 × 2);
- speed gain from 0 to 100 km - 10.6 seconds;
- price - from 1.4 million rubles.
Mitsubishi ASX
This car is one of the best small SUVs in the world. For the first time, a restyled version was presented at the international automobile exhibition In New York, not so long ago the model appeared on the official Russian market.
After updating the specified car received a radically redesigned design of the front segment. A different configuration bumper appeared on the stern, as well as a shark fin antenna. In addition, Japanese designers have significantly improved the noise insulation properties of cars. In the interior, significant improvements include the presence of a touch multimedia system with a seven-inch display.
Characteristics:
- power unit - a 1.6-liter gasoline engine with a power of 150 "horses";
- manual gearbox (4 × 2);
- road clearance - 19.5 cm;
- fuel consumption - 7.8 / 100 km;
- acceleration to hundreds - 11.4 seconds;
- estimated cost - from 1.1 million rubles.
The pluses are reliability, the ability to quickly start in any weather, a productive air conditioning, an informative suspension. Disadvantages - heavy overclocking, weak predisposition to overtaking.
Nissan Qashqai
The best SUVs, the price and quality of which are in the optimal ratio, decorate the Nissan Qashqai with their presence. The machine is perfect for women and men, is popular in various countries, including Russia. The cabin has five seats. The advantages include cool dynamics, a wide selection of power units and gearboxes. The equipment, as well as the interior decoration, is made in a traditional expensive and high-quality style for Japanese cars. The cost of the model is quite reasonable.
Main characteristics:
- 1.2 liter petrol “engine”;
- power parameter - 115 l. from.;
- gearbox - mechanical unit (4 × 2);
- clearance - 20 cm;
- gasoline consumption per 100 km - 7.8 liters in mixed mode;
- acceleration dynamics - 10.9 seconds to 100 km;
- approximate cost - from 1.25 million rubles.
Ford EcoSport
The updated American SUV is aimed at people of small stature, as it is quite compact, more suitable for moving around the city. The main advantage of the crossover is its low price. At the same time, the car has a bright exterior, impressive ground clearance, intelligent drive systems, which gives additional confidence behind the wheel.
In the most budgetary variation, fabric trim is provided, a multifunctional steering wheel with controls and an amplifier. Also in the equipment includes seat heating, air conditioning, pre-heater, airbags, ABS and ECP systems.
Features cars Ford EcoSport:
- the working volume of the gasoline engine is 1.6 l;
- power parameter - 122 l. from.;
- transmission - manual transmission configuration 4 × 2;
- clearance value - 20 cm;
- fuel consumption per 100 km - about 6.6 liters;
- a set of 100 km - 12.5 seconds;
- cost - from 0.9 million rubles.
Peugeot 3008
The French crossover enters the category of “most reliable SUVs” thanks to its compact dimensions and excellent dynamics. Along with attractive exterior features, the car has excellent maneuverability in traffic. The Peugeot 308 version is not available with all-wheel drive, but it has a system against slipping. The vehicle is focused on suburban and local trips by large families. Among the pluses note the spaciousness and ergonomics of the cabin, decent quality of finishing components, well-adjusted suspension. The main disadvantage is the rather poor off-road ability.
The parameters of the most affordable configuration:
- engine displacement - 1.6 liters (135 hp);
- transmission system - automatic transmission type 4 × 2;
- road clearance - 21.9 cm;
- cost - from 1.4 million rubles.
Toyota Rav 4
In this diesel SUV, which also comes with a wide range of gasoline engines, Japanese engineers have invested all the experience accumulated in the creation of early modifications. The exterior is made in the traditional style of the brand. The car is easy to drive, dynamic. The advantages include the possibility of a wide selection of engines, high-quality finish and a spacious luggage compartment (546 liters). The expressed disadvantages include the simplicity of the interior design, the lack of protection of the power unit.
Features of the most affordable gasoline version:
- volume - 2.0 l;
- power value - 146 liters. from.;
- transmission system - manual gearbox (4 × 2);
- clearance between the canvas and the bottom - 19.7 cm;
- mixed consumption of gasoline - 7.7 l / 100 km;
- run up to a hundred - 10.2 seconds;
- approximate price - from 1.5 million rubles.
Audi Q5
All-wheel drive SUV from Germany - one of the most respectable representatives of its class. People choosing this car emphasize their individuality and worthy status. Among the advantages it is worth highlighting a wide range of transmissions, compactness, smooth acceleration, roomy trunk for 535 liters. These indicators make the vehicle suitable for operation in the city and beyond.
Characteristics:
- working volume - 2.0 l;
- power value - 249 liters. from.;
- 4 × 4 robot transmission;
- “appetites” - 8.3 l / 100 km in combined mode;
- Estimated price - from 3 million rubles.
Other advantages - excellent handling, powerful engines, solid basic equipment, high-quality interior decoration, ground clearance of 200 millimeters. The minus is the high cost of additional functionality.
Volkswagen Tiguan
We continue the review of SUVs with the practical German Volkswagen Tiguan model. Manufacturers literally stuffed this car with advanced technologies. A robotic box of the DSG type is responsible for the operation of the transmission. Thanks to its characteristics, the SUV received high rates of dynamism and economy.
The following are the parameters of this crossover:
- the volume of the "engine" - 1.4 l;
- power characteristics - 125 “horses”;
- clearance value - 20 cm;
- average gas mileage - 8.3 / 100 km;
- benchmark in cost - 1.4 million rubles.
Cons "Tiguan" - low protection of the engine compartment from dust, poor maneuverability, expensive options. Advantages - attractive and interesting exterior, comfortable lounge, acceleration to 100 kilometers in just 10.5 seconds, excellent handling and a wide range of power units.
Subaru Forester 5
One of the most reliable SUVs for the domestic market is offered with heated seats and an electronic stability unit. In addition, the basic equipment includes numerous driver assistance systems.
Specifications Subaru Forester:
- displacement of the engine - 2.0 l;
- power value - 150 l. from.;
- transmission system - variator;
- clearance from the bottom to the road - 22 cm;
- fuel mixture consumption per 100 km - 7.2 l;
- a set of hundreds - 10.3 seconds;
- cost - from 2 million rubles.
The advantages include the presence of all-wheel drive, an informative steering wheel, ergonomic seats, a roomy trunk. Disadvantages - noise at high speed, cramped rear row.
Renault Duster
Inexpensive reliable SUV from France combines reasonable cost and decent off-road performance. Only Chinese crossovers are more accessible to the domestic consumer than this car. For this reason, “Duster” occupies a leading position in various ratings.
The specified modification is offered in several trim levels, among which you can choose versions with two or a front drive axle, as well as various engines, including diesel engines. Pros - roomy interior, affordable price, a good indicator of patency.
Below are the characteristics of the most affordable equipment:
- engine working capacity - 1.6 l;
- power indicator - 143 liters. from.;
- transmission unit - mechanics with five or six modes (4 × 2/4 × 4);
- clearance - 21 cm;
- acceleration intensity to hundredths - 10.3 seconds;
- cost - from 700 thousand rubles.
Perhaps this is the cheapest car segment. True, the cost depends on the configuration.