When it comes to cheap cars, many would-be car owners fear that low quality may be behind the low price. And this is often true, especially when it comes to the secondary market. But it also happens that a car bought for little money has faithfully served its owner for years, requiring only replacement of consumables and exemplary showing itself on Russian roads. The Daily-Motor resource, having analyzed the offers on the car market, presented rating of the cheapest foreign cars in 2017 by quality and reliability. And these are the cars that will be an excellent choice for a person who is strapped for money, but who wants to find a reasonable compromise between the cost and quality of a car.
5. Ravon R2
Price - from 439 thousand rubles.
The hatchback of the Uzbek assembly from Chevrolet differs by small "appetites", consuming only 6.2 liters in the combined cycle.
Why choose this car for yourself:
- There is a lot of space inside. Of course, it depends on what to compare with, but if you take the popular Daewoo Matiz, then the Ravon R2 is definitely more spacious.
- Parts from Chevrolet Spark are suitable.
- There is an electric power steering.
- Excellent four-speed automatic transmission.
- There are sound alerts about a handbrake not released, about an unfastened seat belt and an open door.
- The engine has four cylinders.
Not all car enthusiasts will like the look of this car, but here, as they say, the taste and color ... For the city, Ravon R2 is an excellent option.
4. Datsun on-DO
Cost - from 436 thousand rubles.
This sedan captivates the potential owner with a comfortable interior, a perfectly acceptable level of noise while driving and a good suspension suitable for Russian roads.
Main advantages:
- high ground clearance - 174 mm;
- large trunk (530 l.);
- attractive exterior;
- airbag for the driver, ABS, BAS, EBD as standard.
Main disadvantages:
- low reliability of components and assemblies. This minus can outweigh most of the pluses.
3. Geely GC6
In the starting configuration, it is sold for 419 thousand rubles.
In many cases, the biggest problem facing a cheap car manufacturer is the availability of alternatives that offer the best package and engine for the same money. But this is not about the Geely GC6 sedan. Even in the basic configuration, it has:
- airbags for the front passenger and driver;
- ABS and EBD;
- parking radar;
- anti-theft alarm;
- air conditioning;
- heated front seats;
- trip computer;
- audio system with monochrome display;
- power windows.
Pleases and a large trunk (468 liters.) And the beautiful appearance of the car and affordable consumables.
The owners complain about the following points:
- driving noise;
- frequent electrical failures;
- poor quality paintwork.
2. FAW V5
You can buy it for 410 thousand rubles.
This inexpensive sedan from the largest Chinese manufacturer is similar in appearance to the "love fruit" Toyota Corolla and Volkswagen Polo Sedan. The advantage of FAW V5 is that already in the basic version it comes with air conditioning and full power accessories.
Features:
- excellent visibility;
- instrument panel with beautiful blue illumination;
- low fuel consumption (up to 10 liters in traffic jams and with a working stove);
- durable suspension;
- solid, non-rattling plastic inside the cabin.
Disadvantages:
- regular wipers are not suitable for Russian winters, they need to be changed;
- not too high-quality paintwork;
- poor insulation.
1. Lifan Smily
The cost in the basic configuration is 362 thousand 500 rubles.
In the first place in the top 5 of the best-priced foreign cars in Russia is a small, funny looking Chinese hatchback. Its possibilities are much richer than it seems at first glance. The car obediently starts up in cold weather, the stove heats well, and the air conditioner already available in the basic version cools perfectly.
The advantages of the "smiley" include:
- Superior basic equipment including ABS, EBD, 2 front airbags and 4 power windows;
- low gas mileage (7 liters on the highway);
- cheap consumables;
- excellent power steering;
- good roominess, despite the width. The car can carry up to 5 passengers.
Disadvantages:
- not the most elegant exterior;
- the engine has no protection against dirt and will have to fork out for the installation of an engine protection;
- ill-conceived neck of the fuel tank, which is why you have to hold the pistol when refueling so that it does not fall out.
In general, all five foreign cars on the list are good choices for the economical driver and, with proper care, will last for years.