In times of crisis, a brand new SUV or crossover is too expensive. But there is another option to buy a used car. With proper care, the powerful iron horse will serve the new owner for many years. And to make it easier for you to make your choice, we present rating of the most popular used SUVs and crossovers.
When compiling the top 10, the data of the Russian analytical agency Avtostat were taken into account. Its specialists monitored sales of used crossovers and SUVs in the first quarter of 2016.
10. Mitsubishi Outlander
5200 units were sold on the secondary market.
Crossover Japanese assembly with a huge ground clearance and a trunk, in which you can "walk on foot." With dignity it withstands all the "charms" of the Russian off-road, including ruts, gullies and pits.
Disadvantages: high cost of hull insurance.
9. Kia Sportage
The number of used car sales - 5400 units.
What is the best used crossover for tall drivers or large families? Kia Sportage. There is enough space in the cabin of this crossover even for tall and wide-bodied passengers, and a comfortable driver's seat will not let the lower back get tired on long trips. But it should be remembered that the Kia Sportage is still not an SUV, and can get stuck, for example, on an icy and bumpy area.
Disadvantages: if you stop in a frost of 20 degrees and below, the coolant temperature drops to 75-80 degrees at idle. This problem is faced by many owners with the G4NA engine. When driving, the temperature returns to 90 degrees.
8. Nissan Qashqai
The number of used cars sold - 5700 units.
The advantages of this crossover include: high ground clearance (200 mm), average appetites (11-12 l / 100 km in urban "congestion" conditions and 7.5 liters on the highway), a driver's seat for any figure and a spacious trunk.
Disadvantages: the interior heats up for a long time and cools down quickly.
7. Honda CR-V
The number of used cars sales - 6400 units.
The best family crossover, liquid on the secondary market. Advantages: easy control, good climate control, spacious interior and fast plant even in cold weather (from minus 30 degrees).
Cons: 185 mm ground clearance is inferior to the previous model from the rating of the best crossovers in the aftermarket.
6. Nissan X-Trail
6400 units were sold on the secondary market.
A crossover with strict lines, devoid of any glamor. The stove, according to the owners' reviews, heats perfectly, the brakes are very tenacious, the suspension is elastic and soft. The huge trunk will fit everything you need for travel and a little more. Starts without problems in cold weather.
Minus: poor insulation of the cabin.
5. Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
The number of sales is 7300 pieces.
Designed for tough off-road battles, this iron samurai will always emerge victorious. At the same time, it does not “eat up” the owner much, spending on the highway from 7.5 to 8.0 liters per 100 km.
Disadvantages: one of the most stolen cars.
4. Land Cruiser
The number of sales on the used car market is 7800 units.
Everything said about the Land Cruiser Prado fully applies to one of the most reliable SUVs in the secondary market.
3. Toyota RAV4
The number of sales in the secondary market is 8,300 pieces.
The most reliable crossover with mileage, Japanese assembly. Confidently holds the snowy, muddy and watery road.On steep climbs, the "sport" mode helps the car to start accelerating. Average fuel consumption in city traffic jams is 10 liters. Included in the list best selling diesel cars in Russia.
Disadvantages: the interior takes a long time to warm up.
2. Chevrolet-Niva
The number of sales of used cars - 15,600 units.
If you're faced with the question of which used SUV to buy, the Chevrolet-Niva is a relatively quiet SUV with decent build quality. The trunk seems small (320 liters), but this is balanced by the folding seats. The chassis, suspension and brakes do not cause complaints from car owners.
Disadvantages: in cold weather, there may be a problem with autostart.
1. Lada 4 × 4
22,800 units were sold on the used car market.
Leads the most reliable used SUVs. The list of the best used SUVs on the Russian market is completed by a domestic car. Why do car owners appreciate it? For excellent cross-country ability (it can even drive along the track left by Kamaz, albeit with a slip). It is a pleasure to drive Lada 4 × 4 for fishing, mushroom picking, off-road driving to the village.
Disadvantages: the body is highly susceptible to corrosion, the car is noisy and voracious.
Forgot to mention the Mazda CX-5, Suzuki Grand Vitara and Subaru Forester, as well as the norms ...