There are few diesel cars in Russia. As of July of this year, they amounted to only 5 percent (or 2.12 million units) of the Russian car fleet of cars. However, a powerful and brutal look immediately distinguishes diesel cars from the ranks of gasoline counterparts. They are good for their high efficiency and lower fuel consumption.
If you are looking for a suitable diesel horse, we will tell you top 10 most popular diesel car brands in Russia for 2018. The data are based on a study by Avtostat agency.
10. Hyundai Santa Fe - 48 thousand units
Price - from 1.9 million rubles.
Fuel consumption - 7.5-9.3 l / 100 km in the combined cycle.
Inexpensive spare parts, beautiful appearance and interior, a large trunk and excellent cross-country ability - these are the strengths of the Korean SUV. This car is a paradise for the owner who carries a lot of things with him, because inside Santa Fe there are many compartments for small things. In addition, the rear seats can be folded almost to the floor, and also move them back and forth. In general, this is a large, fairly fast, comfortable city SUV, ideal for the needs of a large family.
The weaknesses of this car include a stiffer suspension and poor sound insulation.
9. SsangYong Kyron - 48.1 thousand units
Price - from 810,000 rubles (used).
Fuel consumption - 10.6 l / 100km in the combined cycle.
These South Korean SUVs were produced from 2005 to 2016, and quickly gained popularity in Russia, thanks to their sturdy construction, a huge trunk of 625 liters and a large clearance of 210 mm. The machine is equipped with an all-wheel drive system that supports three modes:
- front-wheel drive;
- four-wheel drive;
- four-wheel drive along with a number of low gears for driving on heavy terrain.
Currently, the release of SsangYong Kyron is discontinued, and you can buy a car only in the secondary market.
8. Kia Sorento - 55 thousand units
Price - from 2.19 million rubles.
Fuel consumption - 6.7 l / 100 km in the combined cycle.
This is one of the best diesel cars of 2018, if low fuel consumption is most important for you. Other advantages of Kia Sorento include: ride, comfortable seats for the driver and passengers, very responsive controls and a roomy trunk (660 liters).
But the windshield of this car is very delicate, "stars" appear on it quickly.
The gasoline "tribesman" Kia Sorento is one of the most popular SUVs in the world.
7. Mitsubishi L200 - 58.2 thousand units
Price - from 1.46 million rubles.
Fuel consumption - 7.1 l / 100 km in the combined cycle.
A large, solid pickup truck with excellent cross-country ability will become a reliable companion for motorists who drive to places where “wolves are afraid to go.” On the spacious driver's seat, even a tall (180 cm) and massive (about 100 kg) person can comfortably fit. For passengers of a large build there is also enough space.
Informative side mirrors, excellent climate control and moderately elastic and soft suspension will make the trip on the L200 enjoyable in every way.
But the engine is noisy, but this is the trouble of all popular diesel cars.
6. Mitsubishi Pajero Sport - 58.7 thousand units
Price - from 2.31 million rubles.
Fuel consumption - 7-11 l / 100 km in the combined cycle.
A good diesel SUV from Mitsubishi owners like their obedient disposition. The car is perfectly controlled, gently holds the road and enters into turns like a knife in oil. The power of this passenger car with a swift narrowed body with a reserve is enough to overtake on the highway. However, remember that under aggressive driving conditions, fuel consumption is growing rapidly, and diesel is now expensive.
This machine is very reliable, but not cheap to maintain. And many motorists don't like the Pajero Sport's elongated taillights, but that's a matter of taste.
5. Volkswagen Touareg - about 61 thousand units
Price - from 3.7 million rubles.
Fuel consumption - 7.1 l / 100 km in the combined cycle.
Judging by the reviews of the owners of this car, it has the perfect balance of handling and ride. Motor power is enough for everything except, perhaps, racing at the traffic lights. Also, the advantages of the Volkswagen Touareg include thoughtful ergonomics of the cabin, a very comfortable suspension and low fuel consumption.
But the quality of the paint is mediocre, and chips quickly appear on the machine. One can only hope that the new generation of Touareg is doing better with this.
4. Toyota Hilux - 63.2 thousand units
Price - from 2.2 million rubles.
Fuel consumption - 8.5 l / 100 km in the combined cycle.
The bold look, excellent ergonomics of the driver's seat, a high level of safety, good maintainability, high ground clearance (227 mm in the eighth generation) have provided Toyota Hilux pickups wildly popular around the world. Last year, this diesel car was recognized as the best used pickup model in the world according to an international group of auto experts.
In the older generations of Toyota Hilux, there were complaints about cheap interior materials, however, in the eighth version, the manufacturer solved this problem, and the interior of the pickup looks like its high price.
3. Mitsubishi Pajero - 66.1 thousand units
Price - from 2.4 million rubles.
Fuel consumption - 8.9 l / 100 km in the combined cycle.
Already the third representative of the Japanese company Mitsubishi in the top 10 best diesel passenger cars of 2018 in Russia. It differs from its “close relative” Pajero Sport by its large engine capacity (2835 cc against 2442 cc), but at the same time its lower power (125 hp against 181 hp in Pajero Sport). The fuel tank capacity of the Mitsubishi Pajero is 88 liters, while the Sport version has 70 liters.
Pajero weighs 30 kg less than the Sport and is 2065 kg. But the clearance is greater - as much as 235 mm compared to 218 mm in Sport.
At the same time, the boot volume of both models is the same - 715 liters.
2. Toyota Land Cruiser - 76.7 thousand units
Price - from 4.1 million rubles.
Fuel consumption - 7.4 l / 100 km in the combined cycle.
The full potential of this brutal car is fully revealed outside the asphalt. It confidently goes along gravel, dirt, pits and other obstacles. And the mass and dimensions of the Land Cruiser, which somewhat interfere with urban conditions, help a lot in the country. In general, it is a comfortable, powerful and durable car for traveling on dead roads.
Salon Land Cruiser looks expensive and serious, and the impression only spoils the driver's seat. It is short for a tall person, because of this, legs can get tired during long trips.
1. Toyota Land Cruiser Prado - 86.7 thousand units
Price - from 3.4 million rubles.
Fuel consumption - 7.4 l / 100 km in the combined cycle.
Here is the best diesel SUV for which Russian motorists voted in rubles.
It differs from the second place in the rating by its smaller engine capacity, less boot space (621 liters compared to 701 liters for Land Cruiser), weight reduced by 600 kg (up to 2000 kg), as well as lower ground clearance (225 mm for Land Cruiser and 220 mm for Prado). But all this is offset by a significantly reduced price. So if you need a prestigious, high-quality assembled diesel car that seems to float on any road, choose Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, you will not be mistaken.
