The car is part of the image of a man, an indicator of his status, and sometimes his character. It's no secret that many models are considered. If a guy is driving such a car, then he is unlikely to be able to avoid the smirks and sidelong glances of other members of the stronger sex. Men and women prefer car models, and even manufacturers - it's a fact. In addition to gender, the way of thinking of people, including the formed beliefs in different countries, also plays an important role. At the same time, there are no “female” or “male” models in their pure form, this concept is relative.

It is traditionally believed that cars with a masculine character must be bulky and powerful. According to statistics, men really prefer cars with a large engine capacity more often. The stronger sex likes large sedans, SUVs and crossovers. Modern realities also dictate their own rules, and the choice of a machine also depends on the conditions in which it will be operated. Hours of traffic jams, maneuvering in tight spaces, finding a parking space, saving gasoline - most residents of large cities face these problems.

A real men's car does not have to represent the category of the elite class and be excessively expensive. It is certainly not the cost that gives the car courage. Sports cars, although endowed not only with an attractive appearance, but also with considerable power, are unlikely to give the car owner a serious look. So, a large sedan or crossover will help to emphasize the status, and off-road lovers will suit an SUV, which with its whole appearance betrays belonging to the male sex. At the same time, a small car will not at all lower the dignity of a male motorist. Compact sedans or hatchbacks, although not as brutal as off-road conquerors, will definitely not be ashamed to appear in public in such a car.

Top 10 most masculine cars

According to the results of a three-year study conducted between 2015 and 2018, experts from the Avtostat analytical agency identified the most male cars, according to Russians. For the most objective assessment, the rating was formed on the basis of an analysis of over 180,000 questionnaires in which the surveyed motorists shared their point of view. According to the survey, car brands with the largest share of male owners were selected. So let's get started.

Subaru

In the first place are the car models of the Japanese automaker Subaru. It is this brand that men's hearts choose, among Subaru car owners 95.1% are men. Brand cars are assembled in Japan and are distinguished by reliability. These qualities, combined with the presentable appearance of the models, have made the brand one of the most popular in the world. Currently, for Russia, the model range of the legendary brand is represented by Forester, Outback and XV crossovers, which became the car of the year in 2018, as well as Legacy, WRX and WRX STI sedans.

Jeep

Silver went to Jeep, currently owned by Chrysler. The range of the brand includes exclusively SUVs, and the very word "jeep" has long been a household name for off-road vehicles. With the change of generations, the iconic Jeep models retain the features of a purely masculine nature, without any compromise. The owners of Jeep cars are 94.6% men, which is quite natural, given the brutal nature of SUVs. Legendary cars of American assembly in Russia are represented by Renegade, Grand Cherokee and new Compass, Cherokee and Wrangler models.

Toyota

The favorite brand of car among Russians is Toyota, which motorists highly appreciate for quality, reliability and comfort. 94.2% of Japanese brand car owners are male. The model range presented in Russia is quite wide and each of the models is the embodiment of a unique style and charisma. Not to say that women do not like Toyota, but still, most copies of the brand are really endowed with masculine features. What is the frame SUV Land Cruiser worth, despite the change of generations, maintaining the image of a calmly brutal handsome man.

Infiniti

The rating of the most masculine cars is continued by the Infiniti brand, owned by Nissan, another Japanese brand in the top five cars preferred by men. These are capable of emphasizing the status of the owner in the best possible way and are distinguished by reliability and a high level of comfort. The unsurpassed exterior and no less luxurious interior of the models, combined with power and dynamics, have formed the exceptional charisma of men's cars. The number of male owners was 93.4% of the total. The range of cars available in Russia includes crossovers, SUVs, sedans and coupes. Stylish Infiniti cars are the choice of respectable men and confident guys who know how to stand out from the crowd.

Honda

Honda is a leading Japanese manufacturer of motorcycles and cars with a rich history. Transport from conveyors of Honda factories, scattered around the world, is characterized by excellent quality, wherever the model is assembled. Despite the fact that the company has practically curtailed sales of Honda cars and the premium Acura brand in Russia during the crisis, leaving a meager lineup consisting of CR-V and Pilot, Russians love this brand, especially representatives of the stronger sex. Male motorists account for 92.9%.

UAZ

The leader of the domestic auto industry also got into the list of men's cars, which is quite obvious given the obvious masculine features in the design of cars of this brand. SUVs with such a brutal character are owned mainly by men, these are 92.4% of motorists. At the same time, women also get behind the wheel of UAZ cars, which is already a little surprising, because the SUVs of the Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant are quite unambiguously endowed with masculine features.

Lexus

The premium Lexus brand is the brainchild of the Toyota auto concern, while being a separate brand, as is now the case with major manufacturers. Stylish and modern cars combine power, dynamics, comfort, and all this against the backdrop of stunning external data. You certainly can’t call these cars female, but representatives of the beautiful half of humanity sometimes want to feel the power that premium cars allow you to feel on the road. The Lexus brand is a worthy choice of strong men, 92.2% of the owners of these cars are male. A wide range of brand models is available for Russia.

Mitsubishi

Japanese cars are highly valued all over the world due to the quality and comfort inherent in them, and it is not surprising that another brand from the land of the rising sun is among the favorites of the male representatives. So, 92% of Mitsubishi car owners are men. The largest automotive company with a rich history full of interesting twists and turns, occupies a leading position in the global automotive market. In Russia, the brand is represented by several models, including the iconic Pajero, L200 and Outlander. and women.

Automakers today are betting more on crossovers, while full-fledged SUVs are becoming less and less. At the same time, in each of the categories and classes, you can pick up a car with a real masculine character, even if this car is compact and economical. Usually a car is a reflection of temperament, so style is very important, as well as enough power for active maneuvering in the city and on the highway.

Most men buy a car not only as a vehicle, but also as a way of self-expression. If you want to know which men's cars best emphasize the status of their owner, then you should pay attention not only to their price, but also to their appearance, technical parameters and equipment level. Experts have compiled a rating of cars that are best suited to men. However, it turned out their opinion on this matter - they consider completely different models to be ideal men's cars. Therefore, it is worth considering both rating options and comparing them with each other.

Male version

Number one. Brutal and practical

Men give the first place to the legendary “cube”, as the Mercedes G-Klasse is called in Russia. Despite the fact that its design was inherited from military off-road vehicles more than 30 years ago, it has not changed much to this day. It is this circumstance that distinguishes the car from the stream and gives it many advantages over modern crossovers. In our country, the “cube” is loved for its excellent cross-country ability, comparable to domestic UAZs, as well as for its reputation. In the 90s, this car was equally popular among representatives of organized crime and law enforcement, which gave it the status of a man.

Today, a real men's car can be purchased in a variety of modifications. Interior trim can vary from the simplest fabric, which can withstand even serious loads without serious wear and tear, to exclusive leather, typical for expensive supercars and executive cars. Even the basic equipment includes climate control and all kinds of electronic systems responsible for safety - and in the most expensive versions, Mercedes G-Klasse owners get a panoramic glass roof, electric seats and much more. If we are talking about tuning versions, then their package may even include a mini-bar with crystal glasses, which will surely appeal to lovers of luxury.

However, real men are more interested in the technical side of the car. The all-wheel drive transmission is equipped with differential locking mechanisms, which significantly increase cross-country ability. However, downshifting is available only for base machines with low power motors - it is not used in expensive modifications. The engines themselves can range from 183-388 horsepower in the regular Mercedes G-Klasse, and 544-612 horsepower in the AMG versions. For people who prefer reasonable costs, men's cars are offered with economical ones.

Number two. Primal Power

It cannot be said with absolute certainty that modern executive sedans and crossovers with powerful engines are real men's cars. Even sports cars released in the last decade are equipped with a variety of security systems and electronic assistants that are ready to come to the rescue at any moment, helping the driver out of a difficult situation. Staying alone with the car and showing a masculine character, trying to cope with unbridled power, is only possible in one case - this will require a Dodge Viper. Of course, the latest generation of this masculine supercar has electronic security systems that have allowed it to pass certification, but their intervention in the control process is manifested only in the most extreme situations.

The interior of the best sports car for men can be called ascetic - it lacks an expensive climate control system and a modern multimedia system, and the front panel is made of hard plastic, processed without much care. The leather upholstery of the seats is very rough, and in the entire cabin it is impossible to find a single container for small items. The picture is completed by not too informative instruments and a narrow windshield, evoking thoughts of a tank's viewing slot.

However, this male sports car can be forgiven for all the shortcomings for its unique character. The ten-cylinder engine, once used in trucks and Dodges, has been seriously modified and develops 640 horsepower with a volume of 8.4 liters. Power is sent to the rear wheels by a Tremec six-speed manual transmission that can handle a whopping 800 Nm of torque. Coping with the car is incredibly difficult - for buyers of a male sports car, car dealership experts recommend starting from third or fourth gear at first, so as not to cause wheel slip. But seasoned drivers say no other sports car compares to the fun of the Dodge Viper on the race track.

Number three. German technology

If you ask a German what is the best car for a man, he will answer without hesitation - BMW M5. A powerful sports car based on a serial sedan pleases with a combination of practicality, excellent dynamics and safety. Its basic package includes three-zone climate control, nine airbags, as well as a braking assistance system and an intelligent vehicle stabilization system. Among all the men's cars, BMW is the most high-tech, because it uses a brake energy recovery system that recharges the battery with each press of the brake pedal, reducing the load on the battery.

The interior trim uses high-quality leather, as well as polished aluminum and carbon fiber inserts. On request, wood panels can be installed in this men's car, which makes it more solid and closer in appearance to a regular business sedan. Among the advantages of a sports car interior, one should also mention:

• Automated seat adjustment with memory;
• Projection dashboard;
• A modern multimedia system with the ability to control vehicle settings.

Interesting options include adaptive LED headlights that do not blind drivers driving in the oncoming lane and do not create strong reflected light in foggy weather.

The thesis that a good car for a man should be powerful is confirmed by a 4.4-liter engine, whose power reaches 560 horsepower. The gearbox can only be robotic - it provides a fairly quick transition between stages and limits fuel consumption during a quiet ride to 14 liters per 100 kilometers. Acceleration to the first "hundred" takes a little more than 4 seconds, and the maximum speed is limited to 250 km / h. The manufacturer's specialists say that removing the electronic limiter will allow the men's car to accelerate to more than 300 km / h.

Women's opinion

Stylish and confident

Most women are sure that the most masculine cars are produced by Audi. They prefer the A8 executive sedan because it has an elegant appearance and can be equipped with powerful engines, but it is also very practical. Practice shows that it is with such men that women prefer to start relationships - strong, self-confident, but never forgetting about family comfort, comfort at home and car. In addition, the Audi brand, according to women, is a kind of “golden mean” - wealthy men drive it, but they do not belong to the “golden youth” who buy expensive sports cars with their parents' money.

Men's cars produced by Audi are really very practical - they can be equipped not only with powerful eight-cylinder engines with a capacity of up to 520 horsepower, but also with economical diesel engines that consume no more than 10 liters / 100 km. Buyers are also available with eight steps to help save fuel. A feature of the Audi A8 is also the presence of all-wheel drive in all versions of the car.

french alternative

Some women say that small cars for men can be just as stylish and classy as huge executive sedans or powerful sports cars. Among the good examples of compact men's cars is the Renault Clio RS - this representative of the "hot hatchback" class has proved to be very attractive to women. Outwardly, it completely repeats the serial vehicle and differs from it only in a modified body kit and wheels of increased diameter. However, under the hood of such a small male car is a 200 horsepower engine that allows you to accelerate to “hundreds” in less than 8 seconds and reach 240 km / h. The transmission can only be automatic, but it does not impair the dynamics of the male car in any way, since the special settings of the electronic control unit ensure quick gear changes.

The interior trim of a small men's car is made of quality materials. Although you won't find leather upholstery here, many will be satisfied with the combined material, stitched with red stitching. The pedal caps are made from brushed aluminum, a material that can also be found on the center console. The driver will be pleased with a small steering wheel with a modern electric power steering, a multimedia system with a touch screen and a seat regulated by automated drives.

Real man's car

Experts say that in the pursuit of masculinity one should not go too far - overly expensive cars speak of a love for flashy luxury, and powerful sports cars about a frivolous and fickle character. The best option for a man who wants to emphasize his social status is a large sedan or. Extreme lovers may also prefer SUVs, which certainly cannot be blamed for a lack of masculinity. However, small cars can also be masculine - we are talking about fairly powerful modifications of compact sedans and hatchbacks.

Due to their natural lightness and short wheelbase, many small cars can show such cross-country ability on off-road that you would not initially expect from them. But the owners of the cars presented below have gone even further, turning them into real all-terrain vehicles that will make any modern crossover blush with shame.

Trabant 601

In Western Europe, there are several off-road projects based on the imperishable symbol of the GDR - the Trabant 601. But, surprisingly, many of them are built according to an absolutely identical scheme: people take the Trabby body and put it on the Suzuki Samurai chassis - the benefit is the length of the wheelbases the cars are almost identical (2030 millimeters for Suzuki, 2020 for Trabant). The result is unusual cars that, as trials show, can really show decent off-road results. By the way, the Trabant had a factory "semi-off-road" version (a staff car for the army), but its ability on rough terrain was not much better than that of civilian 601s.

On the eve of Defender of the Fatherland Day, the portal site decided to remind you of the most brutal off-road vehicles. They have a truly masculine character, and only strong and courageous men can curb them. The level of testosterone from these cars just rolls over!((model_v2_813))Mercedes-Benz G-Class"Gelendvagen" is already a classic in the category of men's cars. Ascetic design and rough body shapes have become a kind of hallmark of real brutals who choose this SUV in order to emphasize their harsh character. Mercedes does not intend to lose this audience, and therefore the company recently introduced a new generation of the G-Class. Outwardly, it retained recognizable angular features. The car was based on a ladder-type frame and an independent suspension on two wishbones, specially developed by Mercedes-AMG engineers. In Russia, the Gelik will be offered with a 4-liter V8 unit with two turbines, developing 422 hp. and 610 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission that transfers power to both axles in a ratio of 40% to 60% in favor of the rear. The cost of the car will be from 8,950,000 rubles. BMW X5 ((model_v2_140)) The same "Boomer", "Beha" and "He fifth". There are many nicknames, but the essence is the same: a passable SUV, created exclusively for the strong half of humanity. And if both men and women can ride on other representatives of the X-family (whether it be the compact X1, X3 or the older X6), then the X5 has completely gained the glory of a male car. Last fall, BMW pleased connoisseurs with a special version of the SUV - X5 Special Edition. The car is produced with a new interior design, in the creation of which Alcantara was used. For an additional fee, the company can make interiors in Merino leather, available in five color tones. Sun protection glass is available as an option. Also, special nameplates on the car body will be prepared about involvement in a special modification. The model will receive a full sports M-package. As for the starting price of the model, it ranges from 4,000,000 rubles. Land Rover Range Rover Sport ((model_v2_1651)) The British once made a competent marketing move: they “sewn” the “Women’s Car” label to the Range Rover Evoque thanks to Victoria Beckham and developed by her special version of the model. Automatically, the Range Rover Sport came to be considered an exclusively male SUV. This month, sales of a new generation of SUVs started in Russia. So, in our country, Range Rover Sport is presented with 3-liter "diesels" for 249 and 306 hp. Also, the engine range will be supplemented by a 4.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine and a 3-liter "compressor", the return of which is 340 and 280 "horses", respectively. In addition, it is planned to supply the top version of the car with a 5-liter "eight" with a drive supercharger. The power output of this engine is 525 hp. The “charged” modification of the SVR is equipped with an improved V8 compression engine, the output of which has increased from 550 to 575 “horses”. "Stuffing" allows you to reach the speed of 100 km / h in 4.5 seconds, which is 0.2 seconds faster than the previous version. For this performance, you will have to pay at least 8,748,000 rubles. But the starting price of the model is 5,505,000 rubles. Toyota Land Cruiser 200 ((model_v2_1734)) Another representative of a number of men's cars is available in the new Excalibur version, which replaces the Executive Black and Executive White configurations. The Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Excalibur differs from other modifications in modified bumpers, a different grille, front fog lamp surrounds, 20-inch alloy wheels, darkened LED head optics, and special version nameplates. The interior is crafted from perforated Semi-aniline leather with diamond stitching. Buyers will be able to choose between two options for technical equipment. In the first case, the SUV received a 4.6-liter V8 gasoline engine that produces 309 “horses”. You will have to pay at least 5,493,000 rubles for it. The second version, available to domestic buyers, contains a 4.5-liter V8 twin-turbo diesel engine in the engine compartment, whose power is 249 hp, and the price starts from 5,616,000 rubles. It is currently the most expensive version of the company's flagship SUV. UAZ Patriot((model_v2_1539)) It would be wrong to ignore this domestic SUV. And although he is not as rich and luxurious as the other participants in the review, he does not hold a male character. An assistant for fishing and hunting, the main companion on country trips - the Patriot is a truly masculine car, and motorists themselves note this. The manufacturer constantly introduces new configurations and package solutions for the model to the market so that consumers do not get bored. So, last fall, sales of the Patriot in updated versions started in Russia. The model in the "Classic" package now has a transfer case with a mechanical control drive, power windows for the front and rear doors, electrically adjustable and heated exterior mirrors, adjustable steering wheel for tilt and reach, driver's airbag, ABS, EBD (from 699,000 rubles ). The SUV in the performance of "Optimum" for 789,000 rubles differs from the base one in the presence of a transfer case with an electromechanical control drive. In addition, it has two airbags, air conditioning, rear seat head restraints, exterior mirrors in body color, door handles and luggage compartment in body color. Finally, in the Prestige version, in addition to the above options, a set of active and passive safety systems, modern multimedia with navigation, multimedia system control and cruise control on the steering wheel are offered. The price of such a "Patriot" is 899,000 rubles.