European drivers and owners road transport recognized that the most reliable car- this is car brand Skoda.
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 at 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 car models and stamps 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;
- list potential problems that may occur with each specific car model.
The reliability of each specific model the car is found out by means of a survey of a certain sample of respondents, which are owners or drivers who directly operate these cars. Such surveys are carried out in places where the largest concentration of motorists: service stations, car exhibitions, car dealerships, 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 | Lifetime 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 operation auxiliary systems driver: parking system, anti-lock braking 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 typical for 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 car is of 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 refers to the general KIA South Korean automobile concern. In addition, the KIA brand has launched many stylish models on the market in the class of crossovers, business sedans, compact hatchbacks.
In third place in the reliability rating in Russia is the Suzuki brand, which does not shine big 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.
Latest news - about reliability in a few lines
The State Duma adopted a law on video recording of technical inspection of cars.
The law introduces mandatory photographic recording of the technical inspection procedure in order to exclude the possibility of issuing fake diagnostic cards. According to the document, the Ministry of Internal Affairs will control compliance with the technical inspection rules. And the Russian Union of Motor Insurers (RSA) was instructed to monitor whether the requirements for the characteristics and list of diagnostic tools are met, as well as for software, means of photographic fixation and premises where technical inspection is carried out. The law will enter into force one year from the date of its official publication.
The five brands that owners remain loyal to after 15 years of operation according to iSeeCars.
-Toyota
- Honda
- Subaru
- Hyundai
-Nissan
The five models are faithful to which the owners remain after 15 years of operation.
- Toyota Highlander
- Toyota Prius
- Toyota Siennaus
- Honda Pilot
- Toyota Tundra
Reliability is one of the most important qualities when buying a new car. It's a guarantee long term machine service and cost 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. A good cross And quick launch engine even in very coldy make RAV4 SUV smart choice For Russian roads. Auto scored 97.50% positive feedback as part of the Driver Power study.
Inclusion in the rating of the most reliable cars Lexus sedan GS series (97.59% positive) shows what Toyota's luxury division can do quality cars for many years. 2005-2012 GS Series vehicles are equipped with a Dynamics Management System to help recognize and prevent potential dangerous situations on road. Electric power steering, traction control and electronic brake system responsible for the reliability of management.
In past year Honda Jazz was named the most reliable car for Russia by Driver versions 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 when a car collides with a person, a special system. 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 savings fuel. Of all the drivers interviewed by Auto Express journalists, 98.71% noted high reliability car engine.
1. Toyota iQ
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Reliability is one of the qualities that most influences the choice of a car model when purchasing it, which determines the durability of the car and the level of costs associated with its operation. Experienced motorists have long learned the rule: the lower the reliability, the higher the repair costs after the end of the warranty period.
Below is a rating of the most reliable cars in 2015, compiled by English automotive edition Auto Express based on the magazine's annual Driver Power study. When preparing the rating, statistical data obtained from 61,000 car owners who became participants in the study were used.
All-wheel drive model of small sizes, produced by one of major automakers in the world - by a Japanese corporation Toyota Motor corporation since 1994. Assembled to the most stringent quality standards and using the latest technologies, with timely maintenance the machine will last for many years. Excellent cross and trouble-free starting of the engine at very low temperatures make the RAV4 SUV, which scored 97.5% of positive responses during the study, one of the most adapted cars to Russian conditions.
Another Toyota car Motor, included in the ranking of the most reliable cars of the year, gaining 97.59% of positive reviews - Lexus GS series. A new version sedan business class once again demonstrated the professionalism of the Toyota team and the ability to use latest achievements technical progress. Fourth and fifth generation GS models from 2005-2012 are equipped with big amount devices and systems that increase the reliability of the machine, including electric amplifier steering wheel, anti-slip mechanism, electronically controlled brakes and a dynamic control system capable of analyzing and preventing dangerous situations that occur while driving.
The compact hatchback, which took first place last year in Driver Power's rating of the most reliable cars operated in Russian conditions, this year moved to fifth position in the list, gaining 97.86% of positive reviews. Thanks to the combination of expressive interior design, excellent specifications and traditionally high Japanese quality assembly, allow the Honda Jazz to occupy a leading position in the class B car market.
4. Hyundai i1
The first presentation of this hatchback model for the city of South Korean production took place in the fall of 2007 in New Delhi. With 98.46% positive reviews, the Hyundai i10, manufactured by the world's fourth largest car manufacturer, was ranked fourth in the ranking by British journalists with a 98.46% positive rating.
Launched by Toyota Motor in 2013, this luxury car was another step in the company's strategy of capturing markets as much as possible based on the quality and reliability of its vehicles. The Lexus IS, ranked third with a 98.58% positive rating, is equipped with a lane-tracking system that alerts the driver when the car is off track. given direction movement and a device that signals the approach of objects from behind. In addition, the model uses a system to reduce the impact force in a collision with a person. To improve handling when cornering, the modification provides for the possibility of changing the stiffness of the suspension. One of the few drawbacks of the car is low for Russian conditions ground clearance.
One of latest developments Japanese automakers, which first saw the light at the Beijing Auto Show in 2014, is positioned by the manufacturer as a premium compact crossover with hybrid engine designed for people leading an active lifestyle. The model, which received 98.71% positive feedback from drivers surveyed by Auto Express, is produced at the Kyushu plant, which holds the highest quality award given by J.D. Power and Associates. Among the many advantages of the car, which took the second place in the rating, the survey participants highlighted the economy of fuel consumption, a large trunk volume and the reliability of the engine.
A city car designed to transport four people, one of the versions of the abbreviation of the abbreviation of the name of which intelligence (i) and quality (Q) - Toyota iQ became the winner of the rating with a score of 98.81% of positive feedback from survey participants. The version of the car produced for Russia is equipped with a keyless access system and unique rear airbags. The reliability and safety of this model was also duly noted by the European program for assessing the quality of new cars Euro NCAP, which awarded the car the highest rating of this organization based on the results of testing.
Every year the specialists of the German Union technical control and supervision are doing extensive work to identify the level of reliability of used cars aged two years and older. The last such rating was published in November last year.
In order to determine the most reliable cars, experts evaluated 8.5 million used cars. The rating was compiled on the basis of the percentage of cars of a particular model in need of repair from the total volume of specimens participating in the study.
In the "youngest" category ( 2-3 years) representatives of the German automotive industry became leaders. Roadster wins Mercedes SLK and took third place in the ranking. It turned out that only 2.4% and 3.6% of the owners of these machines turned to technical service due to malfunctions. Between them is a sedan, which breaks down only 3% of the time.
Worst in the group were Alfa Romeo MiTo and with indicators of 15.6% and 14.8%. The most unreliable is well-known to Russians (in Russian Renault). An average of 15.7% of such machines break down.
In the next group ( 4-5 years) for the right to be called the most reliable car is already actively fighting the Germans Japanese brands. As a result, the leader was (5.4% of breakdowns), which was ahead (6.4% of breakdowns). The third as a result were three models at once, demonstrating a result of 6.5%. This is Toyota iQ and as well.
The outsiders again Romanians and Italians. Dacia Logan has a 25.5% failure rate, and vans and Renault Kangoo 25.8% and 25.4% respectively.
In the age group 6-7 years old in the top three are the German Porsche 911 (10.5%) and (11.5%), as well as the Japanese (11.2% of faults). On the whole Japanese cars in this category in the leading group is becoming more and more.
At the end of the list of "most reliable cars" are the same people: Dacia Logan has 32.8% of faults, and Renault Laguna and Kangoo 33% and 31.9%, respectively.
Next age group (8-9 years old) shows that the most reliable cars of this age are made at the Porsche factory. The 911 has a failure rate of just 11.5%. Next in the top three are representatives of the brand Toyota Corolla Verso and requiring repair only in 15.6% and 16.6% of cases.
Representatives were the worst Fiat. Models Stilo (41.1%) and Doblo (37.9%). The most unreliable, unexpectedly for everyone, turned out to be. The SUV showed the result of unreliability as much as 43.1% of cases.
Turned out to be an outsider again Mercedes M Class with a score of 44.8%. Not much better situation at Fiat Stilo and , demonstrating unreliability in 44.3% and 43.6% of cases, respectively.
