Safety first. What cars are not scary to drive.

You can argue for a long time on what criterion you should choose a car, but objectively, it is reliability that is the main indicator of the quality of a car. Reliability does not only mean the likelihood of surviving an accident. This concept also includes the durability of parts, the quality of painting, the reliability of adhesion to the road surface, and the compliance of real indicators with the declared ones.

There are car models aimed at meeting different needs of the buyer: appearance, speed, size, style, prestige, advanced technology, comfort. But the issue of safety plays a huge role in the creation of any model of modern cars. It is now the sacred duty of every automotive company to conduct a series of crash tests to identify all safety weaknesses. Video footage of these tests can be viewed by anyone.

The most reliable cars on the Russian market

Name	Type of	price, rub.
Hyundai Solaris	Sedan	625000
Honda HR-V	crossover	1900000
Lada Kalina	Sedan	400000
Renault Logan	Sedan	500000
Skoda Yeti	crossover	1100000
Mitsubishi Lancer X	Sedan	1300000
Toyota Camry	Sedan	1600000
Kia Sportage	crossover	1500000
Nissan X-Trail	SUV	1500000
Volkswagen Polo	Sedan	600000
VAZ "Niva" 4x4	SUV	500000
Lexus GS F	Sedan	6500000

Hyundai Solaris

The Korean plant "Hyndai" has long established itself in the market as a manufacturer of high-quality, comfortable and reliable cars. It produces a model range from small cars to large trucks. The Solaris model is affordable, while boasting excellent quality compared to its counterparts from other companies. The company did not adjust this model to the physical conditions of each country, initially intending to sell this car in their country. But imports gradually began and it turned out that the characteristics laid down are quite suitable for the buyer countries.

The model has undergone many changes since its inception. The latest version not only differs in appearance from its predecessors - the company has strengthened the methods of protecting the driver and passengers in the event of an accident. As a result: the car behaves perfectly on the roads, hope in operation and perfectly protects the people inside in the event of an accident.

Average price: 625,000 rubles.

Test drive of the car - in the video:

• elegant and stylish appearance;
• behaves well on Russian roads: rides well, easy to drive;
• each model update implies an improvement in safety performance;
• the model has 5 stars in the world classifier of cars.

• the price for a passenger car is not the smallest, but it is fully justified.

Honda HR-V

The Japanese compact SUV (although many consider it a crossover) has excellent cross-country ability even in Russian windbreaks and mud baths, while reliability and safety make car owners increasingly opt for this particular model. Since 1998, the model has undergone several changes, but the Japanese finally settled on this one: compact, 3-door, powerful, stylish. The car is perfect for a trip to a trip or to the nature of a small family.

Average price: 1900000 rubles.

• high permeability;
• compactness of the model;
• very roomy interior and trunk with small dimensions of the car;
• the highest indicators of reliability and safety for the driver and passengers in the cabin.

• high price, expensive maintenance, expensive parts. You will have to pay for maintenance.

Lada Kalina

The domestic auto industry has released a worthy alternative to foreign counterparts both in terms of safety and technical characteristics. The model does not have complex bells and whistles like tracking blind spots or a humidity sensor on the street, but it is perfectly adapted to Russian climatic conditions and our imperfect roads. According to user reviews, with proper operation, the model has served faithfully for 10 years, but since the equipment is domestic, spare parts and repairs are inexpensive.Routine car care is also affordable for an owner with an average income.

Average price: 400,000 rubles.

Test drive car:

• it was made immediately, adjusted for the Russian climate and roads;
• time-tested quality: customers are satisfied;
• maintenance, repair and insurance costs are very low;
• affordable price due to domestic production. The used model is very cheap.

• there are no cool modern functions that are already installed in foreign counterparts.

Renault Logan

It is not for nothing that the Renault Logan model can be seen on the streets more often than others: buyers choose this French native for an affordable price, full adaptation to the Russian climate and roads, inexpensive maintenance and compactness. Renault is a tandem of joint activities of French, Russian and Japanese specialists. Therefore, the Logan model is perfectly operated in Russian conditions, has a reliable Nissan-B platform and is inexpensive to maintain.

The car is equipped with a blind spot tracking sensor, however, even without it, the driver and passengers in the cabin can be sure of their safety in the event of an accident.

Average price: 500,000 rubles.

Review and test drive of the car:

• cooperation between specialists from the three countries makes it possible to bring a variety of knowledge to the construction of cars;
• adapted to the Russian climate and our roads;
• there are some additional features that make operation more comfortable;
• inexpensive to maintain;
• quite affordable price and the availability of various programs and bonuses.

• small capacity, small interior.

Skoda Yeti

A great crossover for the city and a good off-road SUV. The name of the model, which translates as "snowman", suggests that the car goes well in the snow.Czech manufacturers have tried to equip cars with advanced systems for monitoring and diagnosing the condition.

Fans of fun on the road will appreciate the mass of devices for connecting tablets, smartphones and other gadgets and their compatibility with the car system. Those. You can display control or indicators of certain sensors on gadgets. The company is constantly improving the model. One of the latest innovations is the heated windshield. The company is trying very hard to fit the car to Russian conditions, and it succeeds superbly.

Average price: 1,100,000 rubles.

Car test drive:

• excellent adaptability to the Russian climate and roads;
• very affordable price for such quality;
• high roomy trunk;
• very high safety performance. This car boasts one of the lowest percentage of accidents compared to cars of other brands.

• owners note significant damage to the suspension from speed bumps or passing small obstacles at speed. However, this is solved by installing another rubber.

Mitsubishi Lancer X

The most popular model in Japan very quickly became a favorite of domestic motorists. Stylish design, flattened streamlined shape, compliance with all safety measures. Lanser experienced a huge surge in Russian demand in 2009 - then this model began to actively fill Russian cities. In addition to the elegant appearance, the car has excellent driving performance, a high degree of reliability and durability of all parts and mechanisms. However, even such a young Japanese found a flaw.

Users note that after 5-7 years of operation of the car, its body suddenly and irrevocably begins to rust, and only a major overhaul or replacement of the body can stop the process. The model is expensive to maintain, but it is practically not required, given the careful study and the highest quality of each screw in the car.

Average price: 1300000 rubles.

Car overview - in the video:

• a very popular model among domestic motorists: experienced users will always tell you how best to take care of the car;
• not afraid of extreme temperatures and high humidity;
• very high Japanese quality of details and mechanisms;
• a high degree of safety for people in the cabin.

• the body begins to rust after 5-7 years of operation;
• maintenance, repair and replacement of parts will be quite expensive;
• cramped interior. Tall drivers will be frankly uncomfortable to drive a car.

Toyota Camry

Another high-quality and reliable native of the land of the rising sun: stylish on the outside, reliable on the inside. On such a car, as they say, "And to the feast, and to the world, and to good people." Japanese specialists were able to develop a truly beautiful and modern design that many motorists liked, combined with the high reliability of all parts.

The company also worked out mechanisms to protect drivers and passengers in the event of an accident and is very proud of this achievement: the model received the highest degree of safety from Euro NCAP and J.D. Power organizations. When the model came to the Russian market, it began to gradually adapt to our conditions, and the latest version already fits perfectly into the Russian climate.

Average price: 1600000 rubles.

• many sensors, counters, smart devices;
• highest reliability;
• attractive appearance.

• high maintenance cost.

Kia Sportage

Among the middle class crossovers for driving on asphalt, this model is the most reliable. It is noteworthy that the first versions of the KIA Sportage already had a large margin of safety and high reliability, but outwardly they looked very clumsy. Then the company nevertheless decided to make an effort to ennoble the car externally - and here we see a beautiful design, coupled with reliability and durability. The model appeared on the Russian market relatively recently, but has already managed to win the hearts of connoisseurs and rightly enters the ratings of the best vehicles.

Average price: 1500000 rubles.

Test drive car:

• recognized quality of Korean manufacturers;
• very stylish and solid appearance;
• excellent equipment of mechanics and electronics;
• highest reliability of parts even after a long service life;
• high safety score according to the world's leading experts (Euro NCAP and J. D. Power).

• users note that the door slams too loudly when closing.

Nissan X-Trail

Among the SUVs, the Nissan X-Trail occupies one of the leading positions in terms of cross-country ability and durability. SUVs operate in more severe and harsh conditions than passenger cars and crossovers, and therefore safety and reliability issues are especially relevant for them.

The first version of the X-Trail could not enter the Russian market, but since Japan neighbors Russia, cars still began to enter our country by the piece.Already the second generation X-Trail had much better off-road and difficult conditions (blurred mud, wet sand, snow), and it was it that officially went on sale in Russia. According to user reviews, the car works properly for up to 10 years without significant repairs with proper operation.

Average price: 1500000 rubles.

• great for Russian conditions;
• highly reliable, very safe to operate.

• high price for spare parts and repairs;
• for such an SUV, the engine could be made more powerful.

Volkswagen Polo

Everyone has heard about the highest German quality of any mechanics, whether it be household appliances, engineering structures or cars. The Germans are extremely scrupulous and attentive to every detail. If we talk about Volkswagen, then absolutely all models are of the highest quality and excellent safety performance. We will consider the Polo model as the most common and affordable model.

The sedan serves a neat and caring owner for up to 20 years without major repairs or replacements of parts, it is practically not subject to rotting and rusting. Polo is also an economical model, as it has relatively low fuel consumption compared to its counterparts. Perhaps this is the best combination of the highest level of reliability and security at an affordable price.

Average price: 600,000 rubles.

Large-scale test drive - in the video:

• very representative and solid appearance;
• quite high engine power with low fuel consumption;
• very durable when used correctly.

• a little expensive annual maintenance: tax, inspection, insurance.

VAZ "Niva" 4×4

Niva is a car that even famous foreign vehicle manufacturers admire. This is the rare case when the domestic auto industry managed to create a real masterpiece. The uniqueness of the classic Niva lies in its excellent off-road capability, low weight and, at the same time, the highest degree of reliability. Other "Niva" run for 20 years, and almost do not age. No wonder the Chevrolet company took the Niva platform as a basis, building its own Chevrolet Niva.

Since Soviet times, the design of the Niva has hardly changed: practical minimalism. Only the filling and comfort in the cabin changes. Of the minuses of the car - a rather high fuel consumption for its dimensions, plus a maximum speed that is too low for an SUV. The car is easy to repair, spare parts for it are quite inexpensive, and even a pensioner can afford repairs.

Average price: 500,000 rubles.

• just excellent cross-country ability, especially on Russian off-road;
• simplicity and reliability of assembly. Soviet practical minimalism;
• very affordable price, inexpensive parts and repairs;
• very long service life. For 20 years Niva can serve without loss of quality;
• due to the prevalence of cars, it is easy to buy a used model.

• low minimum speed;
• high fuel consumption for the size of the car.

Lexus GS F

A premium brand car, affordable for not all motorists. It is logical that for such a price, the owner should receive an absolute guarantee of safety and the highest quality of parts, mechanisms and assembly. Lexus GSF meets all these requirements, once again confirming that Japanese quality is always on top.The company also took care of the special design: the car looks very representative. It is immediately obvious that it belongs to the high price segment.

The company does not cease to develop more and more new means to increase the safety of people in the cabin. But already in this model, the number of devices designed for this price is amazing. See for yourself:

• ten airbags;
• system of recognition of various road signs;
• auto blind spot tracking sensors;
• adaptive cruise control, supplemented by an obstacle recognition system and an alarm about their approach;
• the car beeps when the owner decides to change lanes.

All systems work properly and accurately. No system failures have been identified so far.

Average price: 6500000 rubles.

Test drive of the model - in the video:

• a huge number of sensors and tracking systems for maximum safety when driving;
• the highest build quality and all parts, including the smallest cogs. Durable operation;
• representative, "expensive" style;
• relatively low fuel consumption.

• high price. The car is included in the premium class.

What to choose anyway?

Choosing a reliable car should be more according to the reviews of car owners who have been operating certain brands of cars for more than a year. Crash tests of companies, no matter how close to real conditions, are still simulated situations and cannot give a 100% result. On the Internet, it is not difficult to find numerous forums for motorists, where like-minded people talk about certain problems with cars and how to fix them.

Choosing a reliable car should be based on the following criteria;

• real reviews of car owners of new and used cars, car repair professionals;
• How much does annual car maintenance cost?
• quality of parts, assembly, durability of operation;
• the ratio of price, cost of service and performance characteristics.

A car is not bought for one year, so the choice should be made thoughtfully and wisely.