Article about the 10 most quality SUVs for Russian roads, their characteristics. At the end of the article - interesting video about the most passable all-terrain vehicles in Russia!
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Absence good roads- this is an eternal Russian problem. And when choosing a car, you cannot ignore this factor. After all, you need to buy a car that can move without problems on domestic roads. Moreover, we should not forget about the harsh climate and unfavorable conditions of some regions of Russia. In this case the best car will become an SUV.
Rating of the best SUVs for Russian roads
Let's start with the domestic auto industry. Russian SUVs are great for Russian roads. They have many advantages: availability, low cost, maintainability. In addition, driving through thickets and mud is more profitable in a budget car than in a foreign jeep, the cost of which is comparable to the cost of a good apartment.
However, Russians are often dismissive of local cars. The same cannot be said about “well-fed” Europe. For example, in the UK there is a club for amateurs Russian automobile industry, in which Niva is the most popular.
This off-road vehicle is perfect for our area. Many foresters use the Niva because they often have to travel along difficult forest roads. And for this you need a car with modest dimensions. In this SUV you feel a living connection with the car, as you can hear the work of all the parts. This is not the case in foreign cars.
To increase cross-country ability, you can install large “mud” wheels, branch guards, and additional lights on the Niva.
This is the most deserved domestic SUV. This car was created in the distant war years. During the years of stagnation, these machines served with dignity Soviet army. They drove easily both on asphalt roads and on impassable dirt.
Now there are many new modifications of the UAZ: “Patriot”, “Pickup”, “Hunter”, “Patriot Sport”, which are perfect for Russian roads. The owner of such an SUV is not afraid of any potholes or potholes. UAZ can withstand anything.
As a rule, such SUVs are not purchased for trips in a metropolis; this is impractical - fuel consumption is high, and it is not possible to use the full potential of the SUV. Such machines are more suitable for rural areas, rallies, trophy raids.
The only insurmountable obstacle for “bobbies” (as UAZs are affectionately nicknamed by people) with regular tires are very deep ruts, since the ground clearance of these cars is low.
This American SUV It's not just big, it's gigantic. This is the embodiment of gigantomania, a demonstration of great love for abundance. Few cars (and especially SUVs) can boast a length of 5.7 m.
You can even fit a chest of drawers in the interior of this SUV. The huge luggage compartment can accommodate many different things. True, such pleasure costs about 5 million rubles.
This car has a 6.2-liter V8 engine that can turn off four cylinders. The car accelerates to hundreds in 6.7 seconds. Consumption of this luxury car very impressive - 14-15 liters of 95 gasoline per 100 km. The six-speed automatic transmission can be controlled using a paddle shifter.
At the same time, while driving the Escalade, there is no feeling that you are driving a truck. Even a woman can handle this SUV.
In a word, this luxurious car is good for everything, except for its low ground clearance (205 mm). On a real off-road road, it can lose some of its beautiful body kit. But for the city during slush, this car is ideal.
This vehicle can be equipped different engines. But most often, buyers choose a car with a 178-horsepower three-liter V6 gasoline engine. This engine is cheap, structurally simple and willingly “eats” domestic 92-octane gasoline, when other SUVs only need 95-octane. At the same time, traditional platinum-iridium spark plugs using this fuel can easily withstand 100 thousand kilometers.
Many owners complain about sluggish dynamics. Acceleration to hundreds will take 13.6 seconds with a 5-speed automatic, and a second less with a manual transmission.
If there is asphalt or a flat snow-covered road under the wheels, the transfer case selector can be set to position 2H, after which the SUV will become rear-wheel drive. If there are patches of ice on dry asphalt, you can easily connect the front axle, even at a speed of 100 km/h. If suddenly our roads start to slip rear wheels, then the viscous coupling will “press up” the center differential and increase traction on the front wheels. If this is not enough, then you can use a lever to rigidly block the center line. In a word, this car will easily overcome all the hardships of our roads.
The dimensions of this SUV are also impressive. When this car is driving in the left lane on high speed, many motorists from the neighboring rows feel somehow uneasy. On the highway, this 2.7-tonne SUV is tractable, responsive and easy to train.
For such big cars the word “cross-country ability” does not mean the same concept as for the Niva, which its owners consider also large. However, in comparison with the Infiniti, the Niva seems like just a toddler. This car will cope perfectly with mud, snow and other components domestic roads. In addition, the driver and passengers will absolutely not feel the potholes that occur on the highways. The Infiniti QX56 will overcome them with ease.
The ground clearance is quite large, so the height of the suspension is not adjustable. It is unlikely that this car will not be able to overcome any road obstacle.
Introduced to the general public back in 2003, it immediately proved itself to be a strong, comfortable car with an excellent smooth ride.
Although from Toyota Land He got the Cruiser 100 all-wheel drive system and a 6-speed automatic transmission with reduction gear, the SUV is built on a completely new platform. The driver can independently adjust the suspension by simply pressing a button: raise the body on bad terrain, lower it on the highway while increasing speed.
Thanks to the frame structure, locked center differential, ABS, traction control system, sudden braking assistant, anti-skid system and other assistants, the Lexus GX is able to overcome any terrain in any weather conditions. Premium and Luxury configurations additionally have a Multi-terrain Select system, whose programmed algorithms adapt chassis vehicle for different types of road surfaces.
Equipped with a 4.7-liter 296-horsepower V8 engine, the Lexus GX is one of the most dynamic and fastest SUVs.
And again the brainchild Japanese auto industry. Short body overhangs, huge wheels and a ground clearance of 24 cm with a fairly short base provide this SUV with remarkable geometric cross-country ability. That is why this car is ideal for off-road driving enthusiasts. And in Russia there is more than enough of this impassability. This car is helped to move smoothly over rough terrain reliable suspension, as well as an arsenal of various off-road vehicles.
Even a schoolchild can understand how the all-wheel drive system works. The system understands the driver's intentions virtually instantly. After connecting front axle The traction control system immediately turns off. When the low range of the transmission is turned on, the lock will automatically turn on center differential. With "anti-skid" VSC and ABS will be disabled. IN critical situations You can easily lock the rear cross-axle differential.
In short, the Toyota FJ Cruiser will go anywhere. But even in Russian realities off-road qualities This car is unlikely to be fully useful.
By and large, the maximum task for this car outside of paved roads would be going to the forest for a picnic. Therefore, the entire external cladding is plastic.
The bronze place in our rating goes to German car Audi Q7. This is the first car built on modular platform MLB Evo, which made it possible to slightly reduce the weight of the SUV. The curb weight is less than two tons.
The gasoline engine easily accelerates the Audi to hundreds in 6 seconds. The maximum you can squeeze out of this car is 250 km/h. This car is a pleasure to drive. The eight-speed automatic shifts very smoothly, providing confident acceleration. There will be no problems with braking either. Six-piston calipers work reliably, so any potholes can be avoided smoothly. “Ku-seventh” is indifferent to the shortcomings of the Russian road surface.
True, the consumption is not encouraging. The declared 9.4 l/100 km can be safely multiplied by two. Perhaps this is why 94% of Audi Q7s sold in the Russian Federation were equipped with diesel engines.
This SUV costs 4.85 million rubles. But if you refuse panoramic roof, all-round cameras, Bose acoustics and other not very important options, you can invest 4 million. Quite a normal price for such an SUV.
Of course, this rating could not do without the iconic Mercedes. This is a striking example of a business class SUV. Representative and graceful, but at the same time powerful and reliable car, which was appreciated by many owners.
The all-wheel drive system, as well as electronic stabilization, will allow you to move with equal comfort both in city mode and on Russian off-road conditions. The electronic “filling” of the SUV makes driving as convenient and safe as possible. At the same time, the car is economical. In short, this is an ideal option for driving in the city and in more severe conditions. It is often purchased by lovers of extreme sports and travel.
The gold goes to this particular mini-tank. No other car will give you so much pleasure from driving off-road, swamps, and mud. The Hummer can handle even the harshest conditions with ease because this is its native environment.
Thanks to its long wheelbase, it demonstrates excellent road stability while providing passenger comfort. The wide track and wheels placed at the corners provided the car with excellent maneuverability. The second Hummer has a permanent four-wheel drive Borg Warner with a multiplier, allowing you to pull a fairly heavy SUV out of mud or sandy drifts.
The Hummer is equipped with a traction control system that simultaneously controls the operation of all wheels. If one wheel suddenly loses traction, the system will automatically transfer all the work to the other wheels. And this will happen until one wheel, clinging to the road surface, takes on the entire load.
To move around deep snow or loose sand, when the wheels only row but do not push the car forward, the TSC2 system is provided, which blocks the traction control system.
In principle, the Hummer H2 was created to work in difficult conditions, so Russian roads are not scary for him.
Let's sum it up
No matter how much Russian roads are criticized, their quality is still gradually improving. Therefore, any of the above SUVs will provide comfortable travel. Moreover, often these cars will be used at half capacity.
Video - the most passable Russian SUVs:
Moreover, surprisingly, despite their low cost, many models can really surprise you with their off-road capabilities (and perhaps even the owners of expensive cars themselves premium SUVs). We present to you our and inexpensive SUVs 4x4.
1) Lada Niva-Urban 4x4 "Taiga"
This is the cheapest full-fledged off-road vehicle that is available to everyone in our market. Among other things, we want to immediately note that in our rating this is the oldest car of all presented here, which has been produced since the 70s of the last century. We also note that this SUV has remained virtually unchanged over the 40 years of its existence. But still, the demand for this model in our country is quite decent. Naturally, despite the outdated technology of this car, it is still in demand among car enthusiasts because of its capabilities and good technical characteristics, as well as because of the low selling cost of the car.
Yes, no one hides the fact that by paying a little more than 400 thousand rubles you are buying a surprisingly outdated car with only 83 hp. But there is a good plus, but try to find a worthy SUV on the Russian car market for the same money, which will be equipped with a differential lock, have good off-road overhangs, will have decent ground clearance, etc. devices. You simply won't find a car like this. So, if buying a more modern SUV is not so important for you, then the Niva Urban 4x4 car will be an excellent choice for you, especially for those who only care about the vehicle’s cross-country ability.
2) Renault Duster 4x4
Of course, after the cheapest Russian SUV, we immediately decided to tell you about another one of the most popular all-wheel drive vehicles. We will talk about a French SUV, a Renault Duster 4x4. The car is equipped with a rotary knob, which is located inside the cabin, with which you can select desired mode drive operation. For example, the driver can select the mode he needs, in which the engine torque will be transmitted only to the front wheels.
Also, in a Renault Duster car, you can turn on another mode in which the engine power will be evenly and constantly distributed between the front and rear axles, i.e. in a 50/50 ratio.
In addition to all this, the engineers did not forget and thus equipped the Duster with a certain mode in which the torque is distributed to the front and rear wheels in automatic mode. That is, in this mode, the electronics itself decides what percentage of torque should be transmitted to the rear axle of the car.
I would also like to draw your attention to the fact that this SUV is equipped and hung not with painted bumpers and plastic body panels (some versions), but with natural-colored parts, which is very convenient when driving on any dirt and off-road.
True, there is a peculiarity, unlike the Niva Urban for this car Renault Duster you will have to shell out at least 500 thousand rubles.
3) Niva Chevrolet
You need an inexpensive car for Russian off-roading, but you don’t want to buy an SUV big size or spend more than 1 million rubles on Jimny? Then you have a choice, you can buy a Chevrolet Niva car with 4x4 all-wheel drive. Yes, yes, this is not a mistake. Chevrolet Niva is full-fledged SUV with permanent drive on the front and rear axles, with a switchable differential that will help you get out of the most difficult off-road areas.
Plus, of course, the ground clearance and light weight of the car, which will really allow you to feel that this car is super-passable. For lovers of off-road driving, this car is a wonderful gift. Especially when you consider that, thanks to its simplicity and cheap maintenance, this SUV provides its car owners with an unlimited field of action.
average cost Chevrolet Niva in Russia is 650 thousand rubles (as of the end of 2016). Thus, having spent not so much money in the car market by today's standards, you will get for yourself the right car with true SUV qualities.
4) UAZ Hunter
Are you nostalgic for the USSR? Do you think that in Soviet years Did our country produce amazing cars? Or, do you want to have the simplest, most reliable and passable SUV, what will never let you down in severe frost or hot weather, especially where roads simply do not exist? Then you have a great opportunity to buy a legendary car for yourself. And we are specifically talking about the UAZ Hunter car (UAZ-315195), which has been produced for more than 40 years.
Let us recall that the current and existing version began to be produced in 2003, which received some of its modern updates. And yet, this car is still built on an old and proven platform. Thus, having bought yourself a UAZ Hunter, you will, in essence, acquire the same legendary and well-known SUV in our country, which, thanks to its high ground clearance, as well as the angles of the overhangs and permanent drive 50:50, can go where no man has gone before. The cost of a car starts from 490 thousand rubles
5) SsangYong Kyron
Thanks to your compact size and its good design, at first glance it may seem to you that this is an ordinary crossover. But in fact, this is a full-fledged SUV, with a 4x4 drive system. True, unlike the same Chevrolet Niva or UAZ Patriot, this SUV SsangYong Kyron is noticeably inferior Russian cars off-road, but still, it can easily give a solid head start to all representatives of luxury SUVs worth 5 million rubles, where there is no asphalt.
But unlike Niva and UAZ cars, it is great for everyday trips around the city. That is, this car is more versatile than some of the cars that we definitely included in our rating. True, for such pleasure you will have to fork out at least 1 million rubles.
But as an example, we can compare, for this money you can buy maximum configuration UAZ Patriot, which will always help you get to places where most of today’s most modern SUVs cannot go. But when you get out on the asphalt, the Patriot will disappoint you, which cannot be said about SsangYong Kyron, which is really suitable both for the city and for places where there are no roads.
6) UAZ Patriot
Another Russian representative off-road vehicles, which in recent years has become real people's SUV all around Russia. Especially after you can drive where SUVs costing more than 5 million rubles will sit.
To our great or deep regret, this car, having only advantages off-road, will greatly disappoint you in the city itself or on the highway, where you will be overtaken even heavy trucks, and where the sound of the engine itself will not allow you to listen to music in peace, especially if you purchase a low-power diesel version.
True, those who buy a Patriot car initially do not expect any agility from it on ordinary city roads. You will begin to feel the advantage of this car where the asphalt ends.
It is not for nothing that this model constantly participates in almost all popular Off-Road runs across the vast expanses of our Motherland. And most importantly, this car really surprises with its power and assertiveness off-road, especially all owners of premium and expensive SUVs.
However, we want to warn you right away that for this pleasure you will have to pay at least 620 thousand rubles. If in reality you want to buy yourself a not naked and not a simple Patriot with its various systems, then get ready to pay about 1 million rubles for it. But don’t doubt it, this is all taking into account the fact that such an SUV, in the literal sense of its business, will leave behind many foreign models cars Therefore, we can assume that the price for a real passable car is not that high, especially if everything is taken into account by world standards.
7) Suzuki Jimny
For those motorists who are looking for real SUV 4x4 small sizes, then finding something similar on the Russian car market, as a rule, will be extremely difficult, and especially when you have no desire to purchase our Domestic car. But the point here is that the global car market is small in size all-wheel drive SUVs with 4x4 torque transmission, not so much today, we can say that there are simply very few of them.
But fortunately for us, an amazing car is being sold on the Russian car market today. This is about Suzuki Jimny, which, despite outdated technology (the car has been produced for a long time, since 1998, without any updates) is surprisingly popular not only but throughout the world.
Suzuki Jimny is equipped with adjustable four-wheel drive, off-road wheels and has high ground clearance, which allows the driver to go not only to places where crossovers usually feel like “SUVs,” but even cooler, to places where these crossovers would simply get bogged down.
For example, the Suzuki Jimny can easily drive through difficult areas of rocky terrain, and this is thanks to its off-road overhangs.
This is one of the few foreign SUVs, which by today's standards is not that expensive. For example, in Russia you can buy this new Suzuki Jimny for about 1 million 100 thousand rubles.
8) All-wheel drive Sobol 4x4
We thought and pondered for a long time whether we should include this car in our rating of popularity, since, in its essence, it is already some kind of minibus (minivan), well, it can hardly be classified in this class, like an SUV with 4x4 drive. But take our word for it, if many of you took and tested this car off-road, or at least on the same sand, then you would be hesitant to call this Sobol 4x4 car just an ordinary minibus.
What are they, the best off-road SUVs in the world for 2015? Modern car enthusiasts will readily answer that these are models of modern SUVs that optimally combine design, technical characteristics, and comfort. It’s hard to disagree with this statement, but we still offer you our rating, which includes not only modern “large” cars, but also those who are commonly called legendary.
A jeep that was created for the needs of the army in an incredibly short time frame. However, this did not affect its capabilities in any way and allowed it to gain enormous popularity. Its weight was just over a ton, it was characterized by a carrying capacity of 250 kilograms and was equipped with a four-cylinder power unit, the engine displacement was 2.2 liters, its power reached 60 hp, and maximum speed was equal to 104 km/h.
No one, we hope, will argue that BMW knows how to build cars? So we won’t, but will only present the X5 model, which can safely be nominated for the title of “The Most Cinematic Jeep.” Basic in the manufacturer's line in relation to this model is the motor Twin Turbo volume of 3 liters, which has an in-line arrangement of six cylinders. It is characterized by the ability to produce 306 hp and a maximum torque of 406 Nm, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The power plant allows the car to run in 6.2 seconds. overcome the 100 km/h mark.
Нummer h1
An ideal option for Russian open spaces. One significant drawback– this is fuel consumption - 30 l/100 km. Won't enterprising summer residents find enough volume to fill such an impressive unit?
As always, Americans love to experiment with technical stuffing auto. So in this model, the designers went for a bold experiment - they equipped an unremarkable pickup truck with an engine from a Viper. As a result, practical car with the body it differs 700 hp.
Despite the fact that this car was originally developed as a jeep for the Austrian army, the creators managed the incredible - it was loved not only by the military, but also by farmers, businessmen and sheikhs. Serial version is equipped with a 12-cylinder power plant, its power is 517 hp. This is a versatile SUV that impresses with its power, dynamics and at the same time looks amazing.
A true legend of the Soviet automobile industry. If you need a visual representation of the term “SUV,” this is it. The jeep was equipped with a 2450 cc power unit. cm., the output of which is 75 hp. at 4000 rpm, torque - 166 Nm at 2200 rpm, in urban mode, fuel consumption is 10.6 liters, maximum speed is 100 km/h.
In addition to being powerful, it is also very stylish in appearance. This jeep is associated by many with the main character of the TV series “Brigada” Sasha Bely, who spectacularly fired from its hood. As for the technical information, everything is on point here - 12 cylinders, 500 hp. power. Agree, for 1982 this is incredible for an SUV.
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One of the best, if not the best, racing jeep. It has proven itself well in both Russian and African off-road conditions. In total, the company uses seven different engine modifications in its cars: these are 3-liter V6 TDI turbo diesels (engine power is 204 hp and 240 hp); six-cylinder petrol power unit 3.6 FSI, which is capable of producing 249 hp. and 280 hp; eight-cylinder engine, turbo diesel, which has direct injection CommonRail fuel, has a displacement of 4.2 liters and a power of 340 hp; hybrid installation, the first in Volkswagen history, which consists of an electric motor with a power of 47 hp. and six-cylinder gasoline unit 3.0-liter TSI with 333 hp
In appearance, this jeep is very reminiscent of a toy, which, however, does not prevent it from surprising technical characteristics, and they are as follows: power point, which comes with the model for American market, capable of producing 215 hp. power at 5400 rpm, the design includes six cylinders, engine volume is 3.5 liters, torque is 310 Nm at 3000 rpm.
For off-road vehicles main characteristic is cross-country ability on any terrain. When buying an SUV, the driver hopes to get the most out of the car. easy operation in any conditions.
To select such a vehicle, it is necessary to analyze the main characteristics and determine which off-road jeep will be the best.
Which car to choose for off-road? Rating
The level of cross-country ability of an SUV is determined by several components. To begin assessing the cross-country ability of any jeep, determine the value ground clearance– the larger it is, the higher the indicator. Departure and approach angles also play a big role. Should be considered maximum power engine torque, price and suspension articulation.
Cars with good cross-country ability must have best characteristics. Body-on-frame off-road vehicle market for 20 recent years has grown much and now in the world a large number of jeeps claim to be the most passable vehicle. Any of them attracts attention and deserves this title. The following is a rating of off-road SUVs that are the best of their kind.
Jeep Grand Cherokee
The decision about the feasibility of producing this model was confirmed by the appearance of even more Jeep lovers. With the addition of a package Off Road Adventure II from the Limited Jeep series Grand Cherokee turned into a professional off-road conqueror. For cross-country travel, a high-speed tire has been added to this package. air suspension Quadra Lift, tow hooks, skid plate kit and other essentials.
Together with Mercedes-Benz, they developed a new platform for the car, which made the jeep more attractive and reduced the price. Jeep Grand The Cherokee is a nice-looking SUV with excellent off-road performance and deserves the title of the most off-road SUV.
High-quality SUV, made in tradition German made. Production began in 1964, the first version of the car was intended for German military personnel. Transport became widespread among German citizens after some time.
Reliability in operation and design with high durability allows Mercedes to occupy a leading position in the top SUVs with high cross-country ability. Rigid locking of the front and rear axle presented only in G-class models. Mercedes car The G-Class makes a bold claim to being the best production SUV.
An SUV, which at the beginning of its production was also used as a transport for military personnel. Unlike Mercedes G-Class, this car, as can be seen from the photo, is quite massive.
It was created to help American army. The SUV very quickly began to spread among the civilian population. Hummer H1 still easily makes it to the TOP Vehicle in terms of cross-country ability, although production of the jeep ended in 2006, and its price decreased slightly.
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
It started quite a long time ago manufactured by Mitsubishi Pajero Sport. Several new generation cars have been released since the creation of the original version of the SUV. Under the influence of the latest restyling, the bumper and the appearance of the radiator grille have changed.
The salon, as you can see from the photo, has remained unchanged - just as large and spacious, the upholstery made of material has been preserved High Quality. The vehicle engine leaves the buyer with a choice of three options: gasoline or two versions diesel engine. Engine capacity for gasoline is 3.5 liters, for diesel - 2.5 and 3.2 liters.
A good representative for the title of one of the best off-road jeeps. A vehicle with a powerful turbo engine capable of producing record power equivalent to 788 horsepower.
In four seconds, the giant is capable of reaching a speed of 100 km/h. The maximum stated speed is 240 km/h. The indicator is phenomenal – considering the weight of the entire structure and the price. In addition, the ability to adjust the sports suspension makes the car much better than all the others. Twenty-inch wheels are standard on 4x4 vehicles.
The fifth generation of this car was released in 2009. What more proof do you need about the quality and high capabilities of an SUV? Only if you sit behind the wheel of a Toyota 4Runner 4x4 and drive a couple of thousand kilometers over rough terrain.
A car is recommended for a test drive Trail configuration, which has a locking rear differential, increased ground clearance, and a Multi-Terrain Select system - assistance when driving off-road and road surface different types. The innovative Crawl Control system helps the SUV move with confidence on almost any terrain. Dynamic suspension The branded KDSS will complement the picture of a full-fledged, reliable 4x4 SUV.
Nissan Frontier PRO-4X
Mid-size pickup truck with decent off-road and lock-on capabilities rear differential(only in models with automatic transmission). A good plus This jeep has a large capacity, so it will deliver not only passengers, but also a large amount of cargo to their destination.
Also, Nissan Frontier 4x4 constantly takes part in Ultimate Factory competitions and achieves good results. If you wish, you can find many photos and videos from these events.
Land Rover
Fully independent suspension, installed on new models, adds convenience to driving on roads, but has a bad effect on traction in off-road areas.
Regardless of this, Discovery is equipped with one of the world's best traction control systems (TCS), due to which this car can be considered an excellent SUV and be included in the best off-road SUV rating.
- Range Rover Sport;
- Porsche Cayenne;
- Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT 2014;
- Mercedes G-class, M-class and GL-class;
- BMW X5 and X6;
- Hammer H1, H2, H3;
- Toyota Land Cruiser and Sequoia;
- Infiniti FX, QX, etc.
Everything is very simple, isn’t it, but today we decided to get a little confused and determine the best SUV, which takes into account several characteristics at once:
- permeability;
- reliability during operation;
- fuel consumption;
- accessibility in terms of cost and service;
- appearance, etc.
In terms of accessibility, it is clear that our first list is a little inappropriate, because it contains cars that are not entirely accessible to the majority of Russian residents. Therefore, now we will combine all these characteristics and compile a rating of SUVs, which will contain all the qualities we need.
Availability
For a car to be considered affordable, its price must be acceptable to a wide range of car enthusiasts. But if we take the average income of a Russian resident, it is obvious that affordable car for the average person there will be a Moskvich or, in best case scenario Lada Kalina.
But let’s not talk about sad things, let’s take the price of 700,000 rubles affordable for a Russian resident. I am sure that if a person works and does not drink, he will have enough money to buy the SUV of his dreams.
We came to the conclusion that affordable SUV you can safely count several cars: Niva, New UAZ Patriot 2014 release and Suzuki Jimny.
About domestic auto industry We all already know that these cars were created specifically for Russian roads and off-roads, this is what we need, and for little money. But the Japanese Suzuki is something new, because initially this car attracts attention because it is from Japan, and this is great, because everyone knows that Japanese quality really top notch.
Suzuki Jimny is no exception, it is also well-built, it uses the best materials and this car serves faithfully. Completed Jimny box automatic, which is good for city driving and also contributes to economical fuel consumption and speed performance.
Jimny has been in production for quite some time, but the latest restyling of this model contains new bumper, original hood and interesting radiator grille.
In addition, this SUV is on frame and has all-wheel drive, as well as sufficient high ground clearance, which contributes to excellent cross-country ability. Under the hood there is a fairly powerful engine, its power is 85 horsepower.
The cabin has comfortable seats in which the driver and passengers do not get tired even on very long trips. In principle, if you take into account the requirements (cross-country ability; reliability during operation; fuel consumption; accessibility), then this car can be considered the best inexpensive SUV.
But even this SUV has its drawbacks, the most important of which is small trunk, a bag of potatoes will hardly fit into it, but unlike the UAZ Patriot. Of course there is a way out in this situation, you can throw it away rear seats and then the size of the trunk will increase significantly, but then there will be nowhere to put people.
Now about the price of the Suzuki Jimny, it turns out to be not so affordable, basic equipment This car costs about 745,000 rubles.
Practicality
The practicality of an SUV can be appreciated during operation in harsh conditions, on rough off-road conditions. For Russia this is very important indicator, and the best SUV for Russia can be considered the car that can easily overcome places where there is no road at all, but just sand, clay and stones.
In addition to Niva, UAZ and GAZ vehicles, it has proven itself very well in Russian off-road Land Rover which looks like a classic frame SUV with a low gear, this car is simply created for off-road driving, this can be seen even from the brand name. To be honest, Land Rover is recognized as the best SUV not only in Russia, but throughout the world.
Kamaz and Niva are also well adapted to off-road conditions. Niva is understandable, but Kamaz is already a truck, nevertheless it has a very good story and excellent off-road qualities. Kamaz looks tough, has excellent technical characteristics, and about appearance the manufacturer does not worry, this is not the main thing in Kamaz, so Kamaz engineers do not set themselves the goal of improving the design.
Power
To ensure excellent cross-country ability in serious off-road conditions, it is necessary that the SUV have powerful engine. Here several jeeps immediately come to mind, which are considered the best cross-country and powerful SUVs: Hummer H1 and Jeep Wrangler Rubicon.
The Hummer H1 has always been a military SUV, but over time, manufacturers decided to make a little extra money and introduced this vehicle to a wide range of consumers. This great SUV it sells with a bang, costs a lot of money and is very popular even here in Russia. Now it’s true that the H1 is no longer produced, but you can still get it if you want.
The Jeep Wrangler, for example, still continues to be produced, and the manufacturer even released a restyled version, in which the car was seriously improved and became more powerful. But if you look at the numbers and sales volumes of this SUV, you can see that this car is not in great demand.
And all because the price of a Jeep Wrangler is quite high - about 2 million rubles. For less money, you can buy a Volkswagen Touareg, which costs 1,899,000 rubles, which also copes well with off-road conditions and can easily participate in our rating of the best SUVs.
In addition, the Touareg looks very attractive. And under the hood is a fairly powerful 4-liter engine with a power of 360 horsepower, permanent all-wheel drive, which makes this car easy to drive and passable.
Therefore, the conclusion is that the best SUV is the Hummer H1, and then a video about how Hummers behave off-road:
