Premium cars are a very popular part of the Russian aftermarket. And the analytical agency "Autostat" found out which used premium cars enjoyed the greatest success with metropolitan buyers at the beginning of 2018.
10. Volvo XC90
The top 10 most popular used cars in Moscow are opened by a representative of a Swedish brand with a long and respected history. On the road, the Volvo XC90 stands out from the crowd with its distinctive body lines.
Given the high ground clearance (almost 22 cm) and all-wheel drive, this car can be called an excellent urban crossover. And the huge trunk and comfortable interior make the XC90 a good choice for fishermen, hunters and other categories of citizens who often travel out of town.
9.Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
Thoroughbred iron "horse", which feels great both in the city and on the track. A brutal appearance, a comfortable interior in which the driver does not get tired even during a long trip, clear and fast operation of the automatic transmission and low fuel consumption (on average, about 13 liters per 100 km) - this is not a complete list of the merits of this Mercedes brainchild.
Of the minuses - expensive service from a dealer. However, an expensive service is almost always a "bonus" to a premium car. And this should be taken into account when choosing the right machine.
8. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
Another excellent example of an executive car. A powerful all-wheel drive SUV with amazing handling, economical fuel consumption (on average - 13 liters in the city, 10 liters on the highway), excellent noise insulation and a high-quality interior is a car enthusiast's dream come true. Another advantage of the model is the legendary Airmatic air suspension, thanks to which the car runs smoothly and easily even on "killed" Russian roads.
The weak point of this car is the M272 engine. It often has cylinder seizures and is expensive to repair. To prevent engine problems, it is advisable to change the oil after every 7-8 thousand km. mileage.
7. Audi A6
Beautiful sedan with perfect interior ergonomics, spacious trunk and elastic suspension. Despite the fact that this is a premium car, consumables for it are not very expensive, this compares favorably with most of its expensive (in the literal sense of the word) colleagues.
This car is well suited for a large family, but for those who drive alone or with two, a more compact version may be suitable. After all, the length of the Audi A6 is almost five meters.
6. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Another handsome sedan with many security systems, excellent noise insulation, low fuel consumption (on average - 11 liters per 100 km) and a very soft suspension. Even a tall driver can comfortably sit behind the wheel of this car.
The disadvantages include expensive CASCO and small rear-view mirrors.
5. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Another (and not the last) Mercedes-Benz opens the top five best-selling premium cars in 2018. This car has everything to make the trip as comfortable and safe as possible: active cruise control, intuitive controls, air suspension with different operating modes, a 7-speed automatic transmission.Despite the fact that the car is large and heavy, it obeys the steering wheel perfectly, and drives and brakes very smoothly.
However, according to reviews of many owners, such a car is difficult to find in good condition in the secondary market.
4. BMW third series
A powerful and prestigious car, whose drivers are famous for their love of aggressive driving. The BMW 3-Series holds the road with confidence in almost all weather conditions. Provided, of course, that the owner took care of the purchase of the best winter or summer tires.
Elegant looks, superb handling, eight-speed transmission and excellent driving dynamics are just a few of the advantages of this car.
As one of the owners of the BMW 3-Series noted - a car for a person “not from the crowd”.
3. BMW X5
This fast four-wheel drive Bavarian car is made with maximum comfort for the driver. It has a spacious interior with quality materials, good heating and ventilation.
The assembly of the BMW X5 is carried out not only in Germany and the USA, but also in the Russian Kaliningrad. According to the owners, this assembly has no "technical" risks in comparison with the German and American ones.
There are complaints about the "gluttony" of the BMW X5, the average gas mileage is 20 liters per 100 km. Therefore, if finances allow, it is better to choose a diesel version of the car.
2. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
This car has some of the most comfortable driver seats in the automotive world. Even after 5 or more hours of driving, neither neck nor legs feel numb.
Excellent sound insulation, all-round safety (from a large number of airbags to active belts that retrace into the seat before a collision, and driver fatigue control systems), perfect handling even at high speeds make the Mercedes-Benz E-Class a good choice for both a lonely reckless driver and for trips the whole family.
1. BMW fifth series
The first place among the best-selling premium cars of 2018 was given by Avtostat to a luxury German sedan. The BMW 5-Series has a slightly stiff suspension, but it fits perfectly into corners, even at high speeds. There is silence in the cabin, the driver's position is adjustable in all possible directions, active steering is beyond praise. ABS, ESP, standard parking sensors, passive cruise control, on-board computer and climate control are present even in the basic configuration. In general, this is a car from the category - "sat down and drove others to envy."
As can be seen from the ranking of the most popular used cars, Mercedes cars are leading by a wide margin. Stylish appearance, good brand reputation and excellent handling distinguish these "iron horses" from other cars on the secondary market.
Before buying an expensive second-hand car, you should not save on diagnostics in a specialized center. And we also recommend not to spare a couple of thousand rubles for an endoscopic examination of the engine. In the future, this will save several tens, or even hundreds of thousands of rubles.
Volvo is a Swedish brand, not a German one.
Thanks for pointing out the error, corrected.