When choosing a car, it is very important to choose exactly the one in which the person will be feel comfortable. Undoubtedly, many are looking for a budget option, with fully equipped, supported by a pleasant interior and a presentable appearance.

It is necessary to select a car based on certain technical characteristics. We offer to compare two cars: Nissan Almera and Volkswagen Polo.

Characteristic Nissan Almera

This vehicle is designed especially for Russian roads. Nissan Almera, good not only for its practicality, but also is budget option for those who love the Japanese auto industry.

The suspension of the car is designed in such a way that there are no problems on the road. The skylight of this Nissan amounted to 160 millimeters.

The gasoline engine installed in this model is 1.6 liters. Acceleration at automatic box gears, reaches approx. 10.4 seconds up to 100 km/h. With regards to fuel consumption, Almera is quite unpretentious: with a manual transmission, it consumes approximately 7.2 liters, and with an automatic box - 8.5 liters.

The engine power of this Japanese up to 120 horsepower. Nissan Almera, despite its “compactness”, is very spacious inside. In addition to a spacious interior, Almera has a roomy trunk, up to 500 liters.

Nissan Almera is equipped with a color touch screen that responds to any touch, an output for an SD card, USB flash drive, air conditioning and rear parking sensors.

Speaking of Nissan, it is worth mentioning the pleasant bonus that this company provides to car owners. This bonus is called "roadside assistance". In the case when there was a nuisance on the road, for example, the car does not give any "signs of life", then it is very simple to solve this issue. You need to call the dealer, explain the situation, after which, a tow truck arrives, which picks up the car absolutely free of charge, delivers it to service center, and there eliminate the cause of the breakdown.

Characteristic Volkswagen Polo

The model under consideration proudly bears its name, not inferior in its technical characteristics to its competitors, Koreans and Japanese. This model has 163 mm ground clearance, which is undoubtedly welcomed by Russian consumers.

Volkswagen Polo, has Gas engine, with a volume of 1.6 liters. The acceleration of this model is approx. 11.7 seconds up to 100 km/h. Initially, engine power was presented in two variations - 85 and 105 horsepower. However, a little later, the manufacturer released more powerful engine – 90 and 110 horsepower.

The volume of fuel consumed with a manual gearbox, with the first version of engine power, was - 5.7 liters. When this model was re-released, with more engine power, the amount of fuel consumed reached 5.9 liters.

With regards to comfort in the cabin, the Volkswagen Polo has heated front seats, all electric windows, the steering wheel is adjustable in two planes.

This sedan has a spacious trunk with a volume of 460 liters, but at the same time, the interior itself is not too big.

In this model, even in the basic configuration there is heating windshield, which saves drivers a lot in the winter season.

Volkswagen Polo is very easy to operate, maintain, at the same time, the suspension is simple, which allows you to service such a car not only in a service center.

General characteristics of Nissan Almera and Volkswagen Polo

Of course, Nissan Almera and Volkswagen Polo are similar in their characteristics. So, the models under consideration have the following similarities:

• Drive unit. Both cars are front-wheel drive only.
• Ground clearance. The difference between the cars in question is only 3 millimeters.
• Engine power. Difference in horsepower, between Nissan Almera and Volkswagen Polo, is quite insignificant, which allows them to be combined on this basis.
• Noise isolation.
• Appearance. Both cars are compact in appearance and look pretty nice, the body type is a sedan.

For everyone, their own version of the car is ideal, however, after analyzing specifications, Nissan Almera and Volkswagen Polo, we can conclude that the difference between them is small.

Comparative differences

If, first of all, you pay attention to the exterior, then the Nissan Almera will suit your liking more than the German competitor. However, for those who love classics and simplicity more, it is worth taking a closer look at the Volkswagen Polo.

Volkswagen Polo, compared to Nissan Almera, has an informative dashboard, however, the air conditioning control system is obsolete, which immediately catches the eye of a motorist.

Nissan Almera wider than the Volkswagen Polo, which is immediately felt during a test drive. In addition, the Nissan Almera side mirrors large, which improves visibility from the car, and therefore, it is almost impossible not to notice another car on the road, which means that the likelihood of getting into an accident is reduced.

By running characteristics, Nissan Almera wins because it is softer and more comfortable to drive. The Nissan Almera also has a longer shock absorber travel, which provides comfort when crossing bumps, speed bumps.

Volkswagen Polo loses to Nissan Almera in the fact that the latter has steel engine protection, which is undoubtedly important when operating a car.

How to choose a car?

Car enthusiasts who prefer comfort will also like the Volkswagen, because, as befits a German, it is very accurate and convenient.

When choosing a car for the city, you should pay attention to the Japanese auto industry, since the Almera is simply made for the city, it is less dynamic and is suitable for those who like a quiet ride.

Volkswagen should be chosen by those who love dynamics and classic German simplicity and practicality, this is a more “compact” model, but if the car is not taken as a family car, then the choice is definitely in favor of the “German”.

In fact, it is very difficult to look for differences and choose between these two cars, since they both belong to the B - class. As a rule, representatives of the B - class are very similar, since they are a budget option for drivers.

Before making a choice in favor of one or another car, of course, it is worthwhile to test drive both cars, because, having felt the car while driving, there will be no doubts about the correctness of the choice.

At all times in our country, budget cars of foreign production were in great demand.

Of course, you can talk for a long time about the pros and cons of each individual car, but today we would like to consider the real sales leaders: Nissan Almera Classic and Volkswagen Polo.

Nissan Almera Classic

Before appearing on domestic market, this car managed to win the Asian market. Fast and comfortable, reliable and roomy. These properties are inherent in this machine. Over the years, its popularity has only been growing, and the release of an updated version of the sedan has become another proof of this. But let's get back to Classic.

The determining factors in its acquisition are:

• Reliable 1.6-liter engine developing power up to 107 l / s;
• Roomy trunk up to 460 liters;
• Relatively low fuel consumption - no more than 7.5 liters in the combined cycle;
• Choice of automatic or mechanical box gear;
• foreign assembly.

Buying Almera classic on credit is also quite simple. There are a number of sales promotion programs for Nissan products. Banks are also willing to lend this car knowing its positive reputation.

Volkswagen Polo

This is another car that has proven itself on domestic roads. Now there are two modifications - a sedan and a hatchback. The first, like many products Volkswagen Group supplied to Russia is produced in Kaluga. The second, in turn, comes to us from Spain.

If we compare these two cars, we can understand that only the name connects them. And the character, and assembly, and design - everything is different. But we can definitely say that if you want to purchase budget car proven brand with all the advantages of an inexpensive car, then the Polo sedan is your choice.

You can buy a Volkswagen Polo on credit with the following modifications:

• trendline;
• comfortline;
• Highline.

As you can see, the equipment is standard for the entire Volkswagen product line. As for the engine, the buyer is waiting for a high-revving reliable engine with a volume of 1.6 liters and a capacity of up to 105 l / s. Fuel consumption reaches a maximum of 7 liters in the combined cycle. Trunk volume is also 460 liters.

If you compare these two cars, then they are, in essence, absolutely the same type. Here, the choice is already based on the principle of "like - dislike." There are few downsides to both models. Many note only a not very high-quality paintwork on the Nissan Almera, but Polo owners complain about low-hanging rear spring supports.

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It's hard to win alone. Especially if you confront such a powerful automotive power as Germany. Pedantry and attention to detail, brought up from birth in German families, after a couple of decades become permanent features of the character of every "Teutonic".

The French, realizing that they can’t even pull out a draw on their own in the confrontation between Logan and the Volkswagen Polo sedan, decided to enter into an alliance with the famous ancient automobile concern from the Land of the Rising Sun - Nissan. The union united two main positive sides future cooperation: Japanese unshakable reliability and modern french design exterior and interior decoration car.

As a result of Franco-Japanese cooperation, the Nissan Almera was born - a significant year in 1995. For more than 15 years, the model wandered around the European markets under various names, until it finally reached the Russian consumer.

In 2012, our illustrious AvtoVAZ from Togliatti took up the assembly of the car. The 2005 model of the year, the Nissan Bluebird Silfi, was taken as the basis, which was designed on the B0 platform, the patrimony of the French automobile industry. In the spring of 2013, the "French-Japanese" with the Russian "registration" was put on stream.

Last year, the Asian was tweaked: they changed the appearance a bit, refreshed the interior and upgraded engine compartment. In the salons official dealers basic equipment"Welcome" showed up with a price tag of half a million rubles (of course, on a special offer*).

The special price "fell" on the "basic" from Wolfsburg, more precisely from the Kaluga plant. Volkswagen Polo sedan under the recycling program now costs 508,900 rubles. A little more expensive than the "Japanese", but the difference is not so noticeable.

The appearance of a new - fifth generation of the Volkswagen Polo, the main crown of the German automotive industry, was marked by the Geneva Motor Show, held in 2009. The efforts of Walter de Silva, the chief designer who designed appearance"German", were not in vain - the novelty was recognized as " Best car 2010".

With the entry into the European market of the refreshed German sedan in wide circles, they immediately started talking about Russian version car. Rumors were confirmed in the spring of 2010, when the first copy of the new car was shown to journalists at a private show. An agreement was immediately concluded with the Kaluga car factory, and since the autumn of 2010, an intensive assembly of brand new Polos began.

Everywhere in all sources, the same information began to appear that the Volkswagen Polo had undergone a complete adaptation to Russian operating conditions: the Germans revised the suspension technology, added many electronic functions for comfortable movement in cold weather, “pumped” the engine, raised the ground clearance and etc. The Germans really tried, but in fact it turned out worse than expected. Rear suspension not only is it harsh, but it is also located low - when the cabin is fully loaded, it will not be difficult to break through it. Of the heating options in the basic version, only is available - that's all the preparation for the climatic conditions of Russia.

The attempt is not torture, but apparently the German experts tested the "German" on other roads. Definitely not ours. In principle, Japanese and French specialists Russian roads could only dream of in the most nightmare. The result is obvious: the suspension of the state employee is low from the ground level, the clearance is even less than that of the competitor from Kaluga - 160 mm, and in order to warm up faster in winter, you will have to pay extra to the dealer for heating the front seats - of all the heating options in the basic equipment, only filaments on the rear window.

After pouring a tub of mud on both models of the opposing sides, you can go to positive qualities. Who is still better: the Togliatti "samurai" or the Kaluga "pedant-German"?

Comparison of car exteriors

In terms of the exterior, Japanese designers showed the most imagination. The Asian sedan has a phantasmagoric image of a fire-breathing dragon from popular Japanese folk tales. The catchy head optics of irregular shape immediately attracts attention, inspiring immense fear of a winged creature. It affects the subconscious bright undisguised aggression of the monster. And so that the influence does not fade away, the radiator grill glistens in the rays of the sun, shimmering with chrome reflections, mesmerizing the victim's gaze. Finally, the plastic air intake mesh completes the image of a ferocious lizard. It improves aerodynamics, and. And how it breathes fire! It won't seem like much.

In other details, we see a completely standard sedan. Fog lights are ordinary round “wells” of light. wheel arches- "gray" everyday niches for installing 14-inch drives, which in expensive trim levels change to 15" cast fixtures. endowed with a chrome finish - a nice little plus from Japanese manufacturers. On the doors, traditional stampings in the upper part and along the thresholds are a small hint of the developed dynamics of the car. The roofline - a smooth curve - a wave is not much different from the standards of any sedan.

Nevertheless, they also worked on the stern - the whole backside is slightly raised. Still, classic sedans do not have such waste from the standard. The rear end looks stylish due to the lights, each of which is divided by a tailgate. The shape of the plafonds resembles narrowed eyes, slyly looking back at the pursuers.

The body dimensions of the Nissan Almera are mesmerizing: for a “state employee”, the dimensions are just perfect. "Togliatti" outright smashes the Kaluga "German" in length and height: 4656 and 1522 mm against 4390 and 1467 mm, respectively. There are no big differences in width: both models “stout” to almost 1.7 m. The wheelbase of the “French-Japanese” due to the large length of the car exceeds the parameter of the Volkswagen Polo by 15 cm.

Many people like the simple everyday forms of the Volkswagen Polo: small but elegant radiator screen, perfectly aligned lines of the hood and other surfaces of the car, standard headlights (as well as rear lights), long stripes of punching along the sides, and the stern is a common truth that most classic new generation sedans follow.

However, from a practical point of view, the "German" still loses to the Japanese "samurai". The overwhelming size of the Nissan Almera and the big wheelbase- Due to these parameters, the palm rightfully passes to the Japanese camp. But what is going on inside the cars?

Interior and car engines

In the salon, fans of the Asian concern will be disappointed: they wanted to ride a Japanese “horse”, and as a result, the image of the French Logan rises before their eyes. The same plastic three-spoke steering wheel, behind which hides a “tidy” with a disgusting orange monochrome screen in the center and one indicator of direction indicators. on the steering column switch? Why move the power window controls to the center console? Why copy the shape and design of the deflectors from the "Frenchman"?

Do the Japanese have no imagination at all? Unless in the top versions: perched on the central panel. This quality can be found in the "senior" models of the Japanese concern like the "Beetle" or "Qashqai". The pluses include the comfort of the chairs. with a high back and some semblance of lateral support is slightly harsh, but it can be worse. The rear sofa is spacious: the legs will not push, as well as the shoulders of three passengers of a standard build. The materials are so-so in quality, but the fit is masterful. The trunk is huge - 500 liters of free space. Unfortunately the back rear seats do not add up, and expand the place will not work.

Volkswagen Polo volume luggage compartment is 460 liters, but it is complemented by spacious rear passenger seats- here the backrests are folded in a ratio of 60:40. "German" outperforms a competitor from Asia in many respects. The simple design of the appearance of the sedan easily migrates to the interior of the car. The same Spartan spirit rules here. All elements are made with German precision and an incredible level of ergonomics. The Germans did not use anyone's patterns - they created on their own. The materials, by the way, are better than in the Japanese salon: at least they don’t look so cheap.

Sitting in the driver's seat is more pleasant than on the Nissan Almera. It is denser with a long cushion and very noticeable lateral support. Despite a solid loss in size, the interior of the Volkswagen Polo is not at all crowded. On the back seat can easily accommodate three passengers. The only drawback is that there is a little lack of legroom: after all, the wheelbase is not the same as on the Franco-Japanese sedan.

The obvious "hack" on the part of the Japanese did not work: copying Logan's interior is a bad idea. Therefore, in terms of interior equipment, the Polo sedan is the clear leader. It remains to find out who is better in technical terms. The last characteristic that will determine the winner of the competition.

The Japanese manufacturer equips all Almera configurations with a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder “aspirated” DOHC, which produces 102 hp. at 5750 rpm The maximum torque is 145 Nm. The motor is paired with two transmissions - 5-speed "mechanics" or automatic transmission for 4 bands.

The German company has developed a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder unit for the Polo sedan. The base 85-horsepower internal combustion engine has a torque of 145 Nm, which provides acceleration to “hundreds” in 12 seconds. But in the older version - a 105-horsepower engine with a torque of 153 Nm - the indicator is much better - 10.5 seconds. And it surpasses the acceleration dynamics of the Japanese sedan, whose coefficient is 11 seconds with a “tail”. The engines are controlled by two types of transmissions: 5-range manual transmission and 6-speed "automatic".

The indicators speak for themselves - in an unequal struggle, the Kaluga "Spartan" wins. "German" is more expensive than the representative of the Land of the Rising Sun, but the difference is hardly discernible. Looks more stylish and dynamic japanese sedan, but its competitor has a significant advantage in the salon "stuffing". Strict classic and good quality finishes pull the blanket over themselves, leaving the "samurai warrior" with nothing. The only privileges of the "Asian" - the large dimensions of the body are leveled by the high-class ergonomics of the "European".

Which is better: classic or modern, you decide.

In 2016, the new Nissan Almera and Volkswagen were presented to the public Polo sedan produced by factories in Kaluga and Tolyatti. The models are adapted to domestic realities and belong to the budget segment.

The basis for the Japanese novelty was the Bluebird Sylphy model on the B0 platform, familiar to motorists from Renault Logan. The features of the predecessor are distinguishable only in the back. Interior Almera unified with Logan, which also borrowed the engine.

base for Polo sedan served as the 5th generation hatchback of the same name, created on the PQ25 platform. The car differs from Volkswagen both in bodywork and interior trim. Polo also received a different engine and chassis settings.

New design

It differs from its predecessor Almera 2016 in impressive dimensions, expressive headlights and an abundance of chrome trim. However, everything in the cabin is reminiscent of Logan. The exception is the dashboard, which received the original form, but retained the center console and deflectors of the "progenitor".

Do more expensive cars the navigation was borrowed, but the Almera's trim used budget materials that look quite simple. There are no complaints about the fitting of parts.

Behind the wheel new Nissan conveniently. The driver's seat has lateral support and many settings. The second row of seats allows three passengers to sit comfortably. Plenty of leg room. Impressive and gigantic luggage compartment(500 liters), which, however, cannot be increased, since the backs of the rear sofa do not recline.

Volkswagen Polo received a classic German design - an ageless classic. The interior of the sedan is perfectly combined with its appearance. Strict interior looks solid and recognizable. In comparison with the opponent, finishing materials are more interesting and more expensive.

Driving a "German" is also more convenient and comfortable. With the same number of adjustments, the Polo chair is stiffer and longer. Implemented lateral support.

At the rear, the Polo is inferior to the Almera in terms of legroom. The same applies to the luggage compartment (460 liters), which, however, increases when the backs of the sofa are folded.

Price

Basic equipment Almera with a 1.6-liter engine for 102 "horses" and the name Welcome, equipped with:

• two pillows;
• front windows;
• hydraulic booster.

For such a car, you will have to "lay out" at least 429 thousand rubles.

In turn, the base 105-horsepower Polo in the Trendline configuration received:

• mechanical box;
• full package of power windows;
• two airbags;
• Central locking and audio preparation.

This "German" is estimated at 449 thousand rubles.

Good day, dear readers!

I have been a reader of this resource for about a couple of years, now I have been honored to write a review about Almere. Driving experience since 1998, cars during this time were different (Tavria, Vaz2105, Toyota Karina, Nexia, Renault Kangoo, Priora + sometimes I drive cars of my parents / relatives), I don’t buy cars on credit, I’m guided by the principle “you need to drive for money” .

Of course, all of the following IMHO, I do not intend to argue and impose my point of view on anyone))

Strengths:

Weaknesses:

Good afternoon.

To begin with, I began to look closely at this model in October 2013. The first time I saw her in the ads of the Motor Show. Outwardly, I really liked the car and liked its price compared to other brands of cars of the same class. Although class B, in which it was defined, is not very clear to me. Considering its dimensions, I would classify it as between C and D.

In March, I had already made the final decision to purchase new car. Taking his wife and son 3 years old, we went to a car dealership. Seeing her live and sat down inside, I realized that this is the car that we need. Outwardly very beautiful (blue metallic), TEKNA automatic transmission, spacious salon I really liked the car. I drove many cars, including Nissan Altima and Toyota Camry with volumes of 3.5, but I decided to take this car for the family, for trips around the city and out of town. I want to say that I did not use the test drive, because after reading the reviews and trusting the image, I immediately bought it.

Strengths:

• Very spacious interior
• chic appearance
• Noise isolation at the level
• A good stove heats glass very quickly
• good ground clearance
• Big trunk
• Instrument lighting
• The light of halogen lamps at the level
• Almost flat floor for rear passengers
• nissan connect system with navigation, bluetooth
• Relatively low cost compared to other cars
• Condor works well
• Full size spare
• Warranty and good service Nissan
• The brakes are impressive even though the rear drum stops almost instantly.

Weaknesses:

• In principle, there are none, the only location of the buttons for auto glass, mirrors, signal, you just need to get used to them, when it comes to automatism, I think it will all disappear. The plastic seems to be hard, but at the same time it does not irritate, since you practically do not touch it.

Review Nissan Almera 1.6i (Nissan Almera) 2013 Part 3

Well, now, so to speak, the feeling behind the wheel!

I left the salon and quickly got used to the car (no problems arose with this).

In the city of dynamics and speed enough. The recumbent skips easily at any adequate speed. Of course, I try to slow down to the minimum speed so as not to torment the suspension. But if you gape, then it’s not scary, the suspension will withstand. I haven’t hit any really ambush places at speed yet, but I think it will survive.

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Weaknesses:

Review Nissan Almera 1.6i (Nissan Almera) 2013

In September, I left a deposit of 15tr in the cabin for Almeria (I chose the color and equipment), in October (earlier than promised) I received the car. The cost is 563tr. I wanted to get a completely finished and equipped car, so I installed most of the special stages in the cabin, realizing that it would be more expensive!!! What dopa I purchased: Hood deflector, 4 window deflectors, automatic transmission protection, immobilizer bypass module, ashtray, rear fender liner (since the front ones are standard), front armrest, alarm siren, Starline A92 car alarm with auto start, Aviline parking system 4 sensors, floor mats + tray in the trunk (not bad by the way), tinted according to GOST. It all cost $75. CASCO (with a remote settlement) and OSAGRO another 40tr. And that 678tr. Once again I will say that I went for it consciously and knew that the installation of special stages in the cabin is more expensive!

Well, let's talk about breakdowns! If this breakdown can be called a breakdown ...))) Over 10,000 km of run, a light bulb burned out front clearance, that's all…)))

Now about how I chose this device. The first time I saw this machine on TV, I really didn't like it! Live, she looks much better, depending on what color. Although the taste and color, as they say ... She even in the picture will not look as good as in real life! Since there are not so many of them in Moscow yet, everyone who sees her for the first time thinks that this is Tiana … From what I chose and what cars I considered. C chevrolet cobalti, and even c ruze , Wolchvagen polo sedan, H yundai solaris and Kia rio which is basically the same thing, went to salons Peugeot and C itroen and only last Nissan Almera . Since there was an experience of riding on Reno l ogan chose Nissan Almera and did not regret it.

Strengths:

• Looks solid enough
• Reliable and proven units, and well balanced
• Roomy interior
• Impenetrable and quite comfortable suspension
• Inexpensive maintenance
• It behaves well on the road, but does not like deep ruts very much (I have standard tires and took standard sizes separately in the review)
• Good noise isolation for this class of cars
• Visibility and mirrors, but not visibility to the rear window
• Large trunk 500 liters (two boxes are large enough + tires 4 pcs 15 no problem)
• Good standard music, considering the class and price of the car (I have no navigation)
• Good headlights and lights
• My wife likes it, and my mother-in-law has horns on the headlights ...)))

Weaknesses:

• Slightly higher ground clearance
• Steering wheel adjustment for reach (not critical)
• Backrest adjustment not with a wheel, but with a lever
• At least a hatch in the back of the seat for a long load

It seems that everything, if I remember something, I will write in a review ...