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5 minutes to read. Views 329 Published September 15, 2015

European drivers and owners road transport admitted that the most reliable car is a Skoda car.

Most car buyers, both new and used, choose reliability as the main selection criterion. This concept includes many things: the least number of breakdowns, maintainability of components and assemblies, engine operation at low quality gasoline or oil, etc. in this article we will tell you which is the most reliable car for Russia in 2015.

World Car Reliability Rating System

Reliability ratings car models and stamps are held all over the world and on each continent separately. Countries with large automobile markets They also conduct their own reliability ratings. The initiators of such ratings are usually analytical agencies and automotive facilities. mass media.

Why are car reliability ratings carried out? Media and analytical agencies compile such ratings for their own income. Similar information will always be in demand. This means that the agency that published such a rating will be able to earn a lot from advertising that will be present on the pages of this rating.

- the market where cars are sold;

— car class (hatchback, crossover, sedan, SUV)

— period of production years of the cars participating in the rating;

- a list of potential problems that may arise with each specific car model.

The reliability of each specific car model is determined by interviewing a certain sample of respondents, who are the owners or drivers who directly operate these cars. Such surveys are carried out in places where there is the largest concentration of motorists: service stations, car exhibitions, car markets, etc.

The list of potential problems with a car includes various possible breakdowns, malfunctions and shortcomings that were discovered by drivers during vehicle operation. The list is usually divided into several categories:

The table below shows the main categories of potential problems and their descriptions.

Categories of breakdowns Description
Engine and gearbox This may include problems with fuel system, with camshaft, sensitivity to poor quality gasoline, high requirements lubricants, short technical inspection intervals, reliability of fastenings of the engine cooling system and gearbox, etc.
Car body Manufacturer's warranty on the absence of corrosion on the body, the thickness of the paint coating, the thickness of the body panels, the maintainability of the body panels, the quality of the paint coating, the appearance of air and moisture bubbles, and many chips. The car body also includes: the quality of plastic and rubber inserts, moldings, the quality of plastic front and rear headlights
Chassis Service life of consumable spare parts: shock absorbers, struts, silent blocks, bushings, rubber bands and seals for stabilizers and levers. The quality of the offered consumables and spare parts.
Comfort in the cabin Convenient driver position, reliable operation of driver assistance systems: parking system, anti-lock braking system, traction control, stability control, navigation system, climate control, cruise control, etc.
Car safety EuroNCAP rating, airbag deployment.

After data has been collected from respondents, the agencies tally the results. Usually the number of problems per 100 cars of a given model or brand is calculated. Most often, values ​​are rounded to the car make. So, if a brand has absolutely unsuccessful models on the market, then they can sharply reduce its reliability rating.

The most common problems with modern cars

Many motorists will be interested to know what kind of breakdowns and malfunctions are typical for all modern cars.

It turns out that most often drivers and owners of vehicles manufactured over the last decade call the following car problems:

- appearance of the car - poor quality paintwork;

— car control system – errors in the control unit and various automatic systems in the car;

— poor quality car upholstery;

— problems with audio systems;

— problems with the navigation system.

Car reliability rating in Russia 2015

Now we should tell you which car brands are recognized as the most reliable in Russia and Europe this year.

European drivers and car owners have recognized that the most reliable car is a Skoda car. Czech automobile manufacturer makes such cars, in every 100 of which motorists find 77 malfunctions or problems. This is the least number of problems among all car brands.


In second place is the South Korean brand KIA, which has 83 complaints for every 100 cars.

In second place is the South Korean brand KIA, which has 83 complaints for every 100 cars. No wonder in Russia Kia model Rio is one of the three best-selling models, only surpassed by Lada Granta And Hyundai Solaris. Moreover, the second model belongs to the South Korean automobile concern that is common with KIA. In addition, the KIA brand has launched many stylish models in the class of crossovers, business sedans, and compact hatchbacks.

In third place in the reliability rating in Russia is the Suzuki brand, which does not shine with large sales in Russian market. However, it was its car models that entered the Top 3 for car reliability in Europe and Russia. The Suzuki brand has 86 problems for every 100 cars.


But the fifth line of the car reliability rating was shared by the models Mercedes-Benz brands and Toyota. They have 88 problems for every 100 cars.

— Volvo – 93 problems for every 100 cars;

— Volkswagen – 95 problems for every 100 cars;

— Opel – 98 problems for every 100 cars;

— Peugeot – 99 problems for every 100 cars;

— SEAT – 99 problems for every 100 cars.

American company J.D. Power and Associates has updated its ranking of automakers with the highest quality cars. JD Power called 2015 a “historic turning point.”

According to the results of the study, the South Korean brand Kia took second place (86 faults), ahead of Jaguar (93). Last year they were in seventh and second place respectively. The leader in the rating was the Porsche brand (80 faults per 100 new cars).

The ranking is based on a survey of more than 84 thousand American owners of new cars. Respondents were asked to answer 233 questions about problems they found in their cars after 90 days of ownership. Based on these responses, a list was compiled showing the average number of breakdowns and defects per hundred representatives of a particular brand and model sold.

If we compare the ratings of 2014 and 2015, Fiat will show an interesting picture: despite the fact that the Italian brand remained in shameful last place, the average number of defects per 100 cars decreased by 45. At the same time, Chrysler, associated with it by a single management, worsened performance by 32 defects. Among other “caught up” we note Infiniti (–31) and again Kia (–20), and among the “lagging behind” are Lexus (+12), Cadillac (+7) and Land Rover(+7). As in previous years, most of the shortcomings, problems and cases of malfunction relate to on-board electronics, in particular Bluetooth, voice command recognition, navigation and so on. A detailed report on brands and models can be seen in the tables below.

Quality rating of new cars in 2015

Brand Problems for every 100 cars of the brand
Porsche 80
Kia 86
Jaguar 93
Hyundai 95
Infiniti 97
BMW 99
Chevrolet 101
Lincoln 103
Lexus 104
Toyota 104
Buick 105
Ford 107
Ram 110
Honda 111
Mercedes-Benz 111
Industry average 112
Audi 115
GMC 115
Dodge 116
Volvo 120
Nissan 121
Cadillac 122
Mini 122
Mazda 123
Volkswagen 123
Scion 124
Acura 126
Mitsubishi 126
Land Rover 134
Jeep 141
Subaru 142
Chrysler 143
Smart 154
Fiat 161
Best cars in popular segments (first column - best result)
Category №1 №2 №3
Citycar Chevrolet Spark - -
small car Hyundai Accent Kia Rio Chevrolet Sonic
Small premium car BMW 2-series Acura ILX -
Compact car Nissan Sentra Hyundai Elantra Toyota Corolla
Compact premium car BMW 4-series Lincoln MKZ Lexus ES
Compact sport car Mazda MX-5 Volkswagen GTI Scion tC
Compact premium sports car Porsche Boxster Porsche Cayman -
Mid-size car Chevrolet Malibu Kia Optima Toyota Camry
Mid-size sports car Dodge Challenger Chevrolet Camaro -
Mid-size premium car BMW 5-Series Lincoln MKS Infiniti Q70
Mid-size premium sports car Porsche 911 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Jaguar F-Type
Full size car Chrysler 300 Kia Cadenza Chevrolet Impala
Full-size premium car Lexus LS BMW 7-series Porsche Panamera

The best minivans, SUVs and SUVs

Category №1 №2 №3
Small SUV Hyundai Tucson Buick Encore Kia Sportage
Small premium SUV Audi Q3 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Range Rover Evoque
Compact SUV Chevrolet Equinox, Ford Escape GMC Terrain -
Compact premium SUV Porsche Macan Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class Infiniti QX50, Lexus NX
Compact van Kia Soul - -
Mid-size SUV Kia Sorento Hyundai Santa Fe Chevrolet Traverse
Mid-size premium SUV Infiniti QX70 Lincoln MKX Porsche Cayenne
Mid-size pickup Toyota Tacoma Nissan Frontier -
Minivan Nissan Quest Chrysler Town & Country Kia Sedona
Full size SUV Toyota Sequoia Ford Expedition Chevrolet Tahoe
Full-size premium SUV Infiniti QX80 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Lincoln Navigator
Full-size light pickup Chevrolet Silverado LD Ram 1500LD -
Full-size heavy-duty pickup Ford Super Duty Chevrolet Silverado HD -

Nowadays, almost every person thinks about saving and tries to save their money. And this is correct, because savings are the key to success in many ways. This also applies to choosing a car. Extremely popular at the moment, the costs of which are minimal. In today's article we will look at which car is the most reliable, economical, and inexpensive.

This rating turned out to be unusual, first of all, due to the fact that it does not have any specific price ranges. However, all the cars in it are from budget segment. Let's consider the latest options with optimal prices.

Renault Logan

By far the best budget car– this is Logan. The sedan was very popular in Russia. The car, although small in appearance, is very roomy. However, if this is not enough, then you can consider buying a Lada Largus. Essentially, this is the same Logan, but in a station wagon body.

This sedan secondary market can be purchased for 400-450 thousand rubles. At the same time, it will be from 2014 and already in a new body. All options here have 1.6 engines, but their power is different - 82, 102 and 113 “horses”. The most economical and trouble-free option is Logan with an 82 engine horsepower and manual transmission. You can consider a car with an automatic transmission, but you need to check whether the gearbox has been serviced in a timely manner.

It is noteworthy that the new “empty” Renault Logan in Russia you can now buy it for 505 thousand rubles.

Hyundai Solaris


In second place is Solaris, a car that has long been recognized by Russian drivers as economical and unpretentious.

A “Korean” in the previous body until 2014 will cost about 500 thousand rubles, for the new generation you will have to pay at least 650 thousand rubles. If you try, you will be able to find cheaper options, but most of them will be “taxi prices”.

The car is equipped with 1.4 and 1.6 liter engines. in principle, both of these power units are good and do not cause any trouble. Manual and automatic transmissions are also good here; there will be no serious problems with them, but only if they are serviced in a timely manner.

Solaris on the secondary market is offered in 2 body styles - sedan and hatchback.

Kia Rio


This “Korean” is a direct competitor of the previous participant in the rating. Rio also always takes a leading position among budget cars.

For 500 thousand rubles you can find a 2015 Kia Rio in good condition. If you want a copy in a new body, you will have to pay about 200-250 thousand rubles.

The most economical Rio is equipped with a 1.4 liter engine with 100 horsepower. Its fuel consumption is 5.7 liters per 100 km.

The gearbox here is both manual and automatic. The car is reliable, just like Solaris. This explains it. This fact should be taken into account when choosing, since “from under a taxi” all the cars are not in the best condition.

Volkswagen Polo


From the “Koreans” we will smoothly move on to the “Germans”. Polo is considered a competitor to Rio and Solaris.
This car is well adapted to Russian conditions. That's why the model is popular with us.

The Polo's engine range is good - 3 options. However, the least problematic and most economical engine is a 1.6-liter with 90 horsepower. With such power unit you can find a car in good configuration and a recent year of manufacture. It can be paired with both manual and automatic transmissions.

A polo from 2015-2017 will cost 500-700 thousand rubles. This model is also popular among taxi drivers, so keep this in mind when searching.

Overall, Polo is good car, but spare parts for it are not the cheapest, so you need to look for an option with a minimum set of problems, or better yet, without them at all.

Skoda Rapid


Rapid is in 5th place. Many consider it a cheaper version of the Octavia, but this is not so. These cars are of different classes, but, nevertheless, Rapid is good in its own way.

The version for Russia has an increased ground clearance of 150 mm, while the model is presented in a liftback body. Due to this, the useful volume of the trunk is larger.

The cost of a car starts from 500 thousand rubles for 2015. If you want a fresh copy, you will have to add about 150-200 thousand to the budget and then you can consider options from 2016-2018.

The inexpensive and safe car is equipped with 1.4 and 1.6 liter engines. We recommend choosing among the 1.6 power units – they have 110 and 122 horsepower. With such engines, the car was equipped with both manual and automatic transmissions.

Chevrolet Aveo


Very economical and inexpensive sedan- This Chevrolet Aveo. Yes, in appearance it may be inferior to other participants in the rating, but for that its price is lower, as is its fuel consumption.

Aveo is not currently available at dealers, but you can find it on the secondary market. A copy produced in 2012-2014 will cost 350-450 thousand rubles. You can also find a car in the previous generation from 2010; its price starts at 250 thousand rubles.

The sedan and hatchback were equipped with 1.4 and 1.6 liter engines. the most economical engine with a smaller displacement, but with it the car drives “sluggishly”. If you want to feel at least some dynamics from the Aveo, then buy the version with a 1.6 liter power unit. On the secondary market, most Aveos are presented with manual transmission, but you can also find versions with automatic transmission.

It is worth mentioning that the car in the new generation was recognized as the most reliable among hatchbacks at the start of sales. And this is confirmed by the owners of this model, since they practically do not spend on spare parts.

Lada Vesta


And here's the first one domestic car in our rating. Unfortunately, he found a place only on the 7th line. However, this does not mean that Vesta is a bad car, but it still loses to its competitors, although the price is lower.

Vesta is widespread on the secondary market; it will be easy to buy and, after a while, sell it. The cost of the model starts from 500 thousand rubles. However, most likely, for this price you will get an “empty” car with a minimal set of options.

To buy a good Vesta from 2016, you need to prepare about 550 thousand rubles. You can also find a car from the first batches - 2015. Prices for them start from 450 thousand.

Vesta should be taken with a 1.6 engine and a manual transmission - there is no automatic transmission here. It’s not worth buying a copy of the “robot”, as many people criticize it for delays in work.

For those who find the sedan small and not roomy, it is worth considering the domestic model in beautiful body“station wagon”, it is very spacious inside, and the trunk can accommodate a lot. However, a station wagon will cost more - at least 650 thousand rubles, since this body began to be produced relatively recently.

Nissan Almera


We will also consider a budget car based on the Renault Logan. Of course, this is a Nissan Almera. The model is very popular among taxi drivers, so you need to choose it carefully.

Almera has a boring interior and not the most interesting exterior, but, nevertheless, the car is reliable and unpretentious, just like Logan. Some complain about the uncomfortable ergonomics, but you can get used to it.

The car is presented in large quantities on the secondary market. Copies produced in 2014-2015 cost about 350-400 thousand rubles. More recent versions from 2016 can be purchased from 450 thousand rubles.

The sedan is equipped with only one engine – 1.6 liters and 102 horsepower. It can work in tandem with both “mechanics” and “automatic”.

An interesting feature: Almera on the secondary market is presented almost only in white and light colors. Finding a black car won't be easy. Why this is so is unclear.

Renault Duster


Of course, where would we be without all-wheel drive, even with a small budget. Oddly enough, but with a small budget, people sometimes want to buy an SUV or crossover with all-wheel drive. The most economical then will be the Renault Duster. Let's consider it.

A crossover produced in 2012-2015 can be purchased for 450-500 thousand rubles. It is Duster that is best to choose with diesel engine volume 1.5 liters. Then the consumption will not be the greatest, and the engine will not cause problems. In this version, the crossover was equipped with automatic transmission and manual transmission. We highly do not recommend considering the automatic version for purchase - it is not reliable, and it will be uncomfortable with it off-road.

Also, the Duster of those years of production turned out to be unsuccessful with a 2.0 liter engine running on gasoline fuel. It is also better to “bypass” it.

Generally, Renault Duster– a good car in which you can move comfortably both in the city and on mild off-road conditions. However, it can “bring disaster” if maintenance is not carried out in a timely manner.

Lada Granta


Another domestic car made it into our top list, albeit in last place. This is Lada Granta. Previously it was considered people's car, but now Vesta is almost catching up with her according to this criterion.

By and large, Granta is the same Kalina, but with some modifications.

Now there is a wide selection of this car on the secondary market. prices start at almost 200 thousand rubles for “killed” options. Good Grant can be found with a budget of 250 thousand rubles. For that kind of money, options from 2013 are presented.

There were 2 types of engines installed on this car - 8 valve and 16 valve. The least problematic and most economical is the 8-valve engine, although it has less thrust. Spare parts for it are inexpensive, and it breaks down extremely rarely.

Basically, Granta is available on the secondary market as a manual transmission, but there are also options with automatic transmission. Their cost is more expensive - from 300,000 rubles.

conclusions

In the article we looked at the most economical and cheap cars. If you don’t want to spend a lot of money on a car and constantly fix various breakdowns, then you should take a closer look at the participants in the rating.

When choosing a car, thousands of consumers take into account the reliability rating of used cars manufactured in 2016 and 2015. Options for a resident of Russia are inexpensive, safe cars that can withstand harsh winters and poor road conditions. The rating of the most reliable cars is also shown in video format (crash test). It includes whole line parameters, but excludes cost. And when choosing a German or Chinese car, you want it to be economical and inexpensive, but, alas, this is not always possible.


Rating of the most reliable car brands in which KIA took first place

The top most reliable cars include SUVs ( family cars) And Cars. For each group of cars, the top 10 most reliable cars by make and model are presented, which will help you choose the most economical " iron horse", either chinese car"Cherry" or hybrid "Prius". The most reliable budget cars (small cars or cheap and unknown brands) are also not ignored by the ratings.

Top 10 SUVs

The list that allows you to find out which cars are considered the safest among SUVs includes the following four-wheel drive vehicles:


SUV Jeep Grand Cherokee
  • Jeep Grand Cherokee.“Cherokees” are already considered the most reliable “off-road” cars, and with the Off Road Adventure II package, they are generally leaders in the 2015 car reliability rating. With air suspension, tow hooks and skid plates, this Jeep is considered safe car and does not require special maintenance;

Nissan SUV Frontier Pro 4X
  • The most reliable car among Nissans can be called the Nissan Frontier PRO-4X. It is represented by a pickup truck, which often tops the car ratings in last years. It is designed to carry a lot of cargo, and in the Ultimate Factory competition it outperforms many other Jeeps for reliability;

SUV Land Rover LR4
  • Land Rover LR4. The British company, which produces jeeps and family cars, has recently refocused on SUVs. Despite this, even a used car from the company is not inferior to its predecessors in terms of road reliability. One of the most reliable brands has independent suspension, anti-towing system and a package of options for comfort and reliability;

Toyota SUV FJ Cruiser
  • Toyota FJ Cruiser. Toyota is one of the most reliable car brands, and the model of the Landcruiser successor was no exception. It was included in the 2015 car reliability rating due to its high ground clearance and excellent descent or ascent angles. Among the disadvantages of the model of this brand of the most reliable cars in 2015, experts note a small viewing angle of the road. However, the presence of a compass and inclinometer mitigates this;

Mercedes SUV G-class
  • "Mercedes" G-class. It has been produced in the line of the German concern for 50 years. It is no coincidence that it is considered the most reliable car - it was originally produced for army needs. If you are looking for the most reliable “German” in terms of quality and comfort, choose Gelendvagen. Rigid blocking of the rear and front axles, but such a car is expensive;

SUV Nissan Xterra
  • Nissan Xterra. Nissan Xterra is competing for the title of the most reliable SUV car from the nineties. Among pre-owned vehicles, this Jeep's off-road capabilities, thanks to the PRO-4X package, are suitable for outdoor enthusiasts and off-road trips;

Ram Power Wagon SUV
  • Ram Power Wagon. If you are not a fan of the most economical cars, this participant in the car rating technical specifications will suit you. It has a differential lock and automatic stabilizer shutdown;

Ford SUV F-150 Raptor
  • Ford F-150 Raptor. Among used cars, the comfort of such a pickup truck is even suitable for driving through the desert. Thanks to the front differential, indestructible suspension and off-road camera, it is the most reliable for any conditions. In the ranking of cars for Asian countries, this American unexpectedly took the lead;

SUV Hummer H1
  • Hummer H1. You won't find it on the 2016 car list. It hasn't been released for 10 years. It also appeared in the car safety rating due to its use in the army;

SUV Jeep Wrangler
  • Jeep Wrangler. A simple and reliable jeep is equipped with a 260-horsepower engine, high ground clearance and good stabilizers.

Top 10 passenger cars

Among passenger cars, the list of the most reliable cars of 2015 is as follows:


Toyota car Prius
  • "Toyota Prius". When asked which car is the most reliable and economical, many immediately remember this hybrid. Such diesel car instantly turns into the most economical thanks to the electric motor. Complies with Euro-5 standards;

Volkswagen car Golf
  • "Volkswagen Golf". This participant in the rating of the most reliable cars is suitable for Russian realities due to the presence of high ground clearance. The most economical and small car is designed for comfortable driving in the city;

Toyota Corolla car
  • Toyota Corolla. The most reliable Japanese car (besides the Prius) is one of the most economical on the road. Among passenger cars equipped with automatic transmissions, it is the leader;

Honda Civic car
  • "Honda Civic". This most reliable budget car looks stylish, it is the best in terms of efficiency among its cars price category. Honda cars are equipped with economical engines;

Toyota RAV4 car
  • Toyota RAV4. Over the course of a couple of decades of existence, this passenger car has become one of the leaders for big city. Fourth generation diesel cars pleases consumers with good suspension, aggressive appearance, inexpensive operation;

Mazda 3 car
  • "Mazda 3". You choose what equipment this car will have, but each modification has an excellent engine and high-quality electronics;

Mercedes-Benz C-Class car
  • Mercedes-Benz C. This is not the most economical model, but by Mercedes standards it is relatively cheap. Users note the durability of its motor;

Porsche Panamera car
  • Porsche Panamera. The model is not very cheap in terms of fuel consumption, although it is equipped with high-quality electronics;

Audi A6 car
  • "Audi A6". The most economical sedan from Audi is equipped with an excellent engine and in German high-quality assembly. The body is not subject to corrosion;

Mercedes-Benz S-Class car
  • Mercedes-Benz S. If you're not looking for the most economical option, then Mercedes is for you. Its body requires virtually no maintenance, and its million-dollar engine serves faithfully for decades.

Reliability is one of the most important qualities when buying a new car. This guarantees a long service life of the machine and saves money for its owner. Poor reliability can negatively impact operating costs such as maintenance and repairs performed outside the warranty period.

We present to you the most reliable cars of 2015. The ranking was compiled using statistics collected during the annual Driver Power study (conducted by the British magazine Auto Express). The study involved 61,000 car owners.

This all wheel drive compact crossover It will last a very long time if you change the oil and filters in a timely manner. Japanese assembly is still a guarantee of quality. A good maneuverability And quick start engines even in severe frosts make the RAV4 SUV smart choice For Russian roads. The car scored 97.50% positive reviews in the Driver Power study.

The inclusion of the Lexus GS sedan in the ranking of the most reliable cars (97.59% positive reviews) shows what Toyota's luxury division can do quality cars for many years. GS Series vehicles from 2005 to 2012 are equipped with Dynamic Control to help recognize and prevent potentially dangerous situations on the road. Electric power steering, traction control and electronic braking systems are responsible for the reliability of control.

Last year, the Honda Jazz was named the most reliable car for Russia according to Driver Power. However, fifth place is a very respectable result for a hatchback, which confirms the high percentage of driver satisfaction - 97.86%. The first generation Jazz began its journey back in 2001 and continues successfully, thanks to its excellent build quality and comfortable interior.

Fourth place in reliability is an impressive indicator for a small Korean hatchback. Hyundai i10 (98.46% reliability rating) has a very spacious salon, given the size of the car, and its low operating costs will be appreciated by car owners who are accustomed to saving money.

Luxury division Japanese company Toyota adheres to the strategy of the “parent” company. It implies an emphasis on quality and reliability, albeit at the expense of newfangled trends. The Lexus IS (98.58% positive reviews) is equipped with a lane control system, which will immediately warn the driver distracted from the road, and a sensor for obstacles approaching from behind. To soften the impact when a car collides with a person, a special system is provided. The developers also made it possible to change the stiffness of the suspension for more aggressive cornering. The disadvantages of the model include low ground clearance (in Russian conditions).

Crossover with hybrid power plant Manufactured at the Kyushu facility, which holds a "Gold Quality Award" from marketing analytics firm J.D. Power and Associates. Additional advantages of the model are large trunk And good savings fuel. Of all drivers surveyed by Auto Express journalists, 98.71% noted the high reliability of the car engine.

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