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

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

Worldwide Car Reliability Rating System

Reliability ratings of car models and brands are carried out all over the world and on each continent separately. countries with large automotive markets also conduct their own reliability ratings. The initiators of such ratings are usually analytical agencies and automotive vehicles mass media.

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

- a market where cars are sold;

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

- period of years of production of 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 specific sample of respondents, which are 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, automobile exhibitions, car markets, etc.

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

The table below lists 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 intervals technical inspection, reliability of fastenings of the engine cooling system and gearbox, etc.
car body	Manufacturer's warranty for the absence of corrosion on the body, the thickness of the paintwork, the thickness of the body panels, the maintainability of the body panels, the quality of the paintwork, 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 the plastic of the front and rear lights
Chassis	Service life of consumable parts: shock absorbers, struts, silent blocks, bushings, rubber bands and seals of stabilizers and levers. The quality of the offered consumables and spare parts.
Comfort in the cabin	Comfortable driver position, reliable performance auxiliary systems driver: parking system, anti-lock system, traction control system, systems exchange rate stability, navigation system, climate control, cruise control, etc.
Vehicle safety	EuroNCAP rating, airbag deployment.

After the data has been collected from the respondents, the agencies calculate the results. Usually consider the number of problems per 100 cars of a given model or brand. Most often, the values ​​​​are rounded up to the brand of the car. so if a brand has completely failed models on the market, they can drastically lower its reliability rating.

The most common problems with modern cars

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

It turns out that most often drivers and owners of vehicles manufactured over the past decade call such problems in cars:

- appearance of the car - poor quality paintwork;

- vehicle control system - errors in the control unit and various automatic systems in the car;

- low-quality upholstery of the car;

— 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 owners of road transport have recognized that the most reliable car is a Skoda car. Czech automotive manufacturer makes such cars, in every 100 of which motorists find 77 malfunctions or problems. This is the smallest number of problems among all car brands.

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

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

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

But the fifth line of the car reliability rating was divided between models brands Mercedes-Benz 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.

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Surveys conducted among Russian car enthusiasts show that only every third of the buyers of used vehicles, when choosing a car, puts its reliability at the forefront. Most people prefer to be guided by desires and feelings: if you want, you buy! Someone proceeds simply from how much finance he has available. Others look at the vehicles of friends and neighbors when buying. And in vain! A reliable used car will save the owner from frequent calls to service center. And, therefore, the owner will save money, time and nerves.

Autocode will tell you which used car is better to buy, based on the degree of its reliability.

What are the criteria for determining the reliability of a used car?

According to experts, reliable used cars must meet the following requirements:

• long service life;
• low failure rate;
• affordable service (repair or replacement of parts and components should occur as soon as possible and with the least number of problems);
• good susceptibility to "gray" consumables.

The opinion of the specialists of this company is most interesting to car owners from Russia for three reasons:

• Information when compiling the rating is collected by independent technical experts, therefore, the information obtained in this way is considered the most objective (for example, the British Warranty Direct does this on the basis of reports received from insurance companies, and Consumer Reports from the USA - based on information collected from vehicle owners).
• Approximately 10 million used cars, aged two to 11, are inspected annually
• Most brands and models of cars from the TÜV rating are supplied or have previously been supplied to our country, so you can easily buy a used car of the required modification from an ad in a newspaper or on the Internet.

The TÜV rating is based on inspections of 100 used vehicles of each model. The more faults the experts find, the lower the vehicle's position. Which cars are considered the most reliable, according to the TÜV rating, read below.

The most reliable car with mileage 2006-2007 of release

Here, the representative of the German automobile industry, the Porsche 911, is the leader. Even after ten years of operation, driving such a used car is comfortable and safe (less than 5% of the tested vehicles did not pass the technical inspection, which is an excellent indicator for this age). True, for most Russian car owners, this "iron horse" will remain a dream. To buy a used 2006 Porsche 911, depending on the condition and mileage, you will have to fork out between 1.5 and 3.5 million rubles.

The most reliable cars with mileage 2008-2009 of release

The leader is the same - a beautiful and inaccessible Porsche. In addition to the 911, experts advise paying attention to the Porsche Boxster and Porsche 993.

The most reliable cars with mileage 2010-2011 of release

In this category, manufacturers from Germany lost the palm to engineers from Japan. The best used cars to pay attention to when buying, experts recognize Toyota Prius and Mazda 2 (about 12% of vehicles did not pass inspection).

The most reliable cars with mileage 2012-2013 of release

The best option among vehicles with mileage in this age category is the Toyota Prius (the figure is slightly more than 7% of vehicles that “failed” the technical inspection). Also, when buying, you should pay attention to:

• Ford Kuga;
• Porsche Cayenne;
• Audi A4.

The whole VW family deserves attention: Tiguan, Passat CC and Golf Plus.

The most reliable cars with mileage 2014-2015 of release

• Audi Q5;
• Toyota Avensis;
• BMW Z4;
• Audi A3;
• Mazda 3;
• Mercedes GLK.

And now a small fly in the ointment! German experts are testing used vehicles that "run" on high-quality foreign roads. On the Russian off-road The number of used car breakdowns is on the rise. Without imploring the merits of the used cars listed above, let's turn to the opinions of experts from Russia.

Which reliable used cars are best suited for Russian roads

Kira Kaddaha, editor of autospot.ru:

“If you want to buy a reliable used car, feel free to give preference to Japanese manufacturers: Toyota, Lexus, Infiniti. These brands are renowned for quality, especially Lexus and Toyota. But keep in mind that they are on the list of the most stolen. Also Japanese stamps are more expensive than Korean ones. Spare parts are 15-20% more expensive than those of the "Koreans". Therefore, the positions of manufacturers such as Hyundai and Kia have strengthened not only in the primary market, but also in the secondary market. In the past few years, the "Koreans" are among the leaders. They are chosen for quality, warranty (Kia has 5 years) and, of course, reliability.”

It should be noted that the opinions of domestic experts diverge from the rating of German specialists. And, most likely, this is due to the fact that not every Russian can afford to buy a 3-5-year-old BMW, Audi, Lexus or Mercedes (not to mention a Porsche). Therefore, the main task for most Russian buyers is to find the optimal compromise between price and quality (reliability).

For those with a small amount of money the best option will become:

• Hyundai Solaris (a 3-4-year-old used car can be bought for 420-550 thousand rubles);
• Ford Focus (the cost of a used car in 2012-2013 is 450-550 thousand rubles);
• Renault Logan (purchase of a 2013-2014 Logan will cost 370-400 thousand rubles);
• "Lada Kalina" (the price of the vehicle in 2013 is 250-270 thousand rubles).

And again, nowhere without representatives of the "people's car" from Germany: "Polo", "Passat" and "Golf". Prices for 5-7-year-old vehicles of these models range from 400 to 600 thousand rubles.

Ilya Ushaev, automobile agency "Forsage":

“Usually a person, when buying a car, looks for it according to the following parameters:

• price;
• year of issue;
• mileage;
• liquid, so as not to lose in price;
• “I want it to be like new ...”;
• better with one owner in TCP;
• unbeaten and unpainted.

This is how the majority sees the vehicle they want to buy. But once people face reality, things get a lot more complicated.

Up to 150 thousand rubles. it is better to buy Renault Logan or Hyundai Accent (if good condition- a win-win).

Budget up to 300 thousand rubles. - leader of Mitsubishi Lancer 9, Renault Logan, Chevrolet Aveo”, “Hyundai Getz”.

For 450 thousand rubles. it is better to buy Ford Focus 2, Nissan Tiida, Honda Civic and Ford Fiesta (the latter is better for girls).

With a budget of 600-700 thousand rubles. there are a lot of options. For family people, this is the Skoda Octavia 1.8 (automatic box, produced from mid-2012, not to be confused with DSG box, we do not recommend it), Toyota Rav 4, Nissan Tiana (but be careful with the CVT - this thing is very difficult to diagnose, and even after diagnosis it can run 150,000 km). Someone will be satisfied with the "Volvo S40" with mileage (expensive to maintain, like any "European").

For 800,000 rubles. it is better to buy "Hyundai ix35" or " kia sportage", Santa Fe", "Lexus IS250", "Honda CRV". From Europeans, you can buy "Audi A6", "Citroen C6" (restyled) and "BMW X5 (E70)".

In addition, for those who have at their disposal an amount from 800 thousand to 1.2 million rubles, according to experts, it is better to pay attention to the Chevrolet Captiva and Nissan X-Trail 2013-2015 when buying.

Summing up, it remains to be noted that if you want to buy a reliable used car, it is better to choose a vehicle of German or Japanese origin.

Buying vehicle with mileage, it should be remembered that, in addition to reliability, the legal cleanliness of the car is also important. You can check the vehicle for the presence of traffic police restrictions, find out whether it is pledged or under arrest by bailiffs, in a few minutes using the all-Russian Internet service "Autocode". Also on our website you can download a book from which you will learn how to profitably and safely buy a used car.

The Russians have chosen best models in the Women's Car, Workhorses, Family Cars and Modern Cars categories.

Women's Car of the Year

The best female car Internet users named a compact hatchback Kia Picanto . 88 percent of those who took part in the survey found the car attractive in terms of design, 81 noted its ease of operation, 74 percent praised its comfortable ergonomics, and 65 percent considered it quite reliable.

Meanwhile, if only women took part in the survey, the Kia Picanto would be inferior to the compact crossover. Nissan Juke and the South Korean state employee Hyundai Solaris.

Top 10 best women's cars 2015 in Russia:

Family Car of the Year

Two models hit the top 10 family cars at once brands Lada, and both times station wagon Largus. The standard model topped the rankings, while the cross-version took fourth place. Survey participants chose Lada Largus for spaciousness (96%), attractive price (79%) and economy (53%).

Top 10 best family cars of 2015 in Russia:

Modern Car of the Year

Finally, the survey participants recognized the sedan as the best modern car. Hyundai Solaris. Most of the votes "Byudzhetnik" collected for manufacturability (90%), ergonomics (86%), design (86%), fashion (77%) and safety (76%).

Top 10 best modern cars in 2015 in Russia:

Rating methodology

Internet users were asked to choose at least three cars in each category and arrange them in descending order of preference. The model that won the first place received 3 points, the second - two points, and the third - one point. Then all collected data were summed up.

The survey involved residents of Russian cities with a population of 100 thousand or more, aged 18 to 75 years.

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

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

This four 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. And good cross-country ability and quick engine start even in severe frosts make the RAV4 SUV a reasonable choice for Russian roads. Auto scored 97.50% positive feedback as part of the Driver Power study.

The inclusion of the Lexus GS sedan in the ranking of the most reliable cars (97.59% of positive reviews) shows that the luxury division of Toyota can do quality cars for many years. 2005-2012 GS series vehicles are equipped with a dynamic management system that helps to recognize and prevent potentially dangerous situations on the road. Electric power steering, traction control and electronic brake system responsible for the reliability of control.

In the past year Honda Jazz was named the most reliable car for Russia according to Driver Power. However, the fifth place is a very worthy 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 impressive 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 used to saving money.

The luxury division of the Japanese 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) has a lane control system that will immediately warn a driver who is distracted from the road, and a rear obstacle sensor. To mitigate the impact of a collision between a car and 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 in a facility in Kyushu that holds a "Gold Quality Award" from analytical marketing firm J.D. Power and Associates. Additional advantages of the model are big trunk and good fuel economy. Of all the drivers interviewed by Auto Express journalists, 98.71% noted high reliability car engine.

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Thousands of consumers, when choosing a car, take into account the reliability rating of used cars, the year of production of which is 2016 and 2015. Options for a resident of Russia are low-cost, safe cars that will withstand the harsh winter and poor road conditions. The rating of the most reliable cars is also shown in video format (crash test). It includes a range of options 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", whether chinese car"Cheri" or hybrid "Prius". The most reliable budget cars (subcompact cars or cheap and unknown brands) also do not bypass the ratings.

Top 10 SUVs

The list, which 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, in general, they are leaders in the 2015 car reliability rating. Thanks to the air suspension, tow hooks and protective plates, such a jeep is considered a safe car and does not need special maintenance;

SUV Nissan 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 leads the ranking of cars in recent years. It is designed to carry a large amount of cargo, and in the Ultimate Factory competition, it surpasses many other jeeps in reliability;

SUV Land Rover LR4

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

SUV Toyota FJ Cruiser

• Toyota FJ Cruiser. Toyota is one of the most reliable car brands, and the follower model of the Land Cruiser is no exception. It was included in the 2015 car reliability rating due to high ground clearance, excellent descent or ascent angles. Among the shortcomings 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 levels this;

SUV Mercedes G-class

• "Mercedes" G-class. In line German concern has been produced 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. Confidence in a used car adds rigid blocking of the rear and front axles, but such a machine is expensive;

SUV Nissan Xterra

• Nissan Xterra. Nissan Xterra is fighting for the title of the most reliable SUV car from the nineties. Among used vehicles, this off-road jeep, thanks to the PRO-4X package, is suitable for lovers of outdoor activities and off-road trips;

SUV Ram Power Wagon

• Ram Power Wagon. If you are not an adherent of the most economical cars, this member of the car rating by 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, in terms of comfort, such a pickup is suitable even for a trip 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 in the countries of "Asia", this American unexpectedly broke into the lead;

SUV Hummer H1

• "Hummer H1". It is not found in the list of cars in 2016. It hasn't been released for 10 years. It also appeared in the safety car ranking 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. Answering the question which car is the most reliable and economical, many people 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 member of the rating of the most reliable cars is suitable for Russian realities due to the presence of high ground clearance. most economical and subcompact car created for comfortable ride in the town;

Toyota Corolla car

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

Honda Civic car

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

Toyota RAV4 car

• Toyota RAV4. For a couple of decades of existence, this a car became one of the leaders for the big city. fourth generation diesel cars pleases consumers with a 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 motor and high-quality electronics;

Mercedes-Benz C-Class car

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

Porsche Panamera car

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

Audi A6 car

• Audi A6. The most economical sedan from Audi is equipped with a great engine and high-quality assembly in German. The body is not exposed to corrosion;

Mercedes-Benz S-Class car

• Mercedes-Benz S. If you are not looking for the most economical option, then Mercedes is for you. Its body is practically maintenance-free, and its million-plus engine has served faithfully for decades.