Secret developments of the Gorky Automobile Plant. Auto industry - we have something to be proud of! New developments, new productions Promising Russian cars

This is a rating of achievements with which the future of the global automotive industry is associated. They appeared as a result of competition between manufacturers who strive to improve absolutely everything - from the engine to the smallest suspension elements. So, what is waiting for motorists in the near future, what innovations will they be pleased with by designers and other specialists working to improve the “iron horses”?

Digital improvement of shock absorbers

Automotive equipment manufacturer Tenneco wants to implement adaptive damping for mass production. This is a new affordable variable valve system. The DRiV unit uses solenoids to control fluid flow through three ports with different diameters. Opening and closing the valves in different combinations creates eight different damping profiles, and quickly switching between these curves mimics the operation of the more expensive continuously variable valves that are common to adaptive dampers.

Tenneco also reduces the need for expensive computers and motion sensors by mounting control circuits and accelerometers on the damper itself. These devices are called DRiV and can be installed on shock absorbers for any car.

But Tenneco is positioning them as a solution for pickups, where adaptive damping can effectively reduce stress when driving over rough terrain or hauling loads.

New dynamics

With its pioneer Hypercar Mercedes-AMG, the German brand is accelerating a revolution in fuel technologies. This is a heat generator engine or MGU-H. The unit is different compact size, works on the principle of electric drive and is one of the most advanced technologies.

The compressor and turbine are mounted on a 1.6-liter V-6 engine and are separated by a relatively long shaft. It doubles as a rotor for the MGU-H in the Oreo turbine. At the same time, the engine torque does not get to the wheels, but its 107 hp. reduce the lag by rotating the turbine when the induction energy by itself is not enough. This technology will forever change the dynamics of street cars.

Pressure and tread depth under control

In a world where most appliances are able to work offline, car tires should not remain cord with layers of rubber. Information system electronic Continental tires eTIS uses a sensor attached directly to the tire to measure temperature, load and tread depth, and pressure. Like the engine oil monitoring system, eTIS can alert the driver when a tire needs to be changed. This message does not depend on mileage, but on the actual condition of the rubber.

Adaptive headlight technology

Headlights that provide maximum driver visibility and 100% high beam intensity without dazzling oncoming drivers are the next step in the development of automotive optics. This technology is known as adaptive steerable light lines, and its latest version is featured in the 2018 Audi A8, which goes on sale this spring in Europe and arrives in the US this fall.

The HD matrix LED headlights (Audi calls their system ADB) use 32 LEDs arranged in two rows. By turning off individual lighting elements or dimming them, millions of lighting modes can be created. The dimensions allow Audi to create a turning effect without moving parts and to use navigation system to predict the dimming pattern, turning off the lamps when there are obstacles ahead.

Only a few automakers produce such lighting systems. But association officials and legislators are already working to turn adaptive headlights into efficient, mass-produced equipment.

Compression instead of spark

Mazda seems to have won the race of the decade in fuel detonation technology. Japanese manufacturer uses compression similar to diesel engine, not a spark. The company says it will sell a car using this fuel-saving technology by 2019.

There is one caveat - Skyactiv-X (as Mazda calls this engine) still relies on a spark to control compression ignition. A small amount of gas injected into the intake port at the beginning of the stroke creates a uniform air/fuel mixture throughout the cylinder. But it is too depleted to ignite solely on compression. When the piston approaches the top dead center, the injector is connected and the spark plug almost immediately ignites this fuel-rich pocket. The increase in pressure created here then leads to the burning of the lean mixture in the entire combustion chamber.

Mazda uses this method at low to medium loads with an air-fuel ratio of approximately 30.0:1. Conventional gas units use significantly more fuel with ratios as low as 15.0:1. At high loads, Skyactiv-X works like conventional engine with spark ignition. Equipped with a supercharger, 2.0-liter japanese motor produces about 190 hp, and Mazda promises a 30 percent improvement in fuel efficiency with such an engine.

Down with iron oxide dust

Porsche trim brakes use conventional iron rotors with a 0.004-inch layer of tungsten carbide. This is done to prevent the formation of iron oxide dust, which often coats the wheels and calipers of powerful cars. The coating also gives the wheels a polished, high-gloss finish to help justify Porsche's premium status.

According to the designers famous brand, the top-secret PSCB system will significantly reduce the braking distance of the car, regardless of speed, and will last up to 30% longer. This technology will debut on the 2019 Cayenne. PSCB systems will be fitted with white calipers to show their cleanliness.

High voltage

According to experts, one refueling of a car with gasoline takes an average of 3 minutes and 33 seconds. EV drivers connect to fast stations direct current averaging 22 minutes and still take significantly longer to charge than a motorized car internal combustion.

Porsche leads the electric drive segment with a 350 kW unit. That's more than double the 120kW Tesla setup found at Superchargers. Simply increasing the amperage to support a 350-kilowatt plant on today's 400-volt equipment would require bulky, liquid-cooled cables, so Porsche suggests simply doubling the voltage instead.

This requires a large-scale redesign of almost all on-board electronics, but solves the problem of using thick cables. It also has the unexpected side effect of eliminating about 37 kilograms of electrical wiring and electronics. Full charge will still take minutes, but 450 amps at 800 volts can produce 90 kilowatt-hours, which is enough for 360 kilometers.

The next step in battery development

Replacing the liquid or gel electrolyte of a lithium-ion battery with a crystalline, solid counterpart can double energy capacity, improve longevity, and fix problems that can turn an electric car into a fireball. Such solid-state batteries are the most promising successor modern batteries EV. While most experts say the technology is far from being manufactured, Toyota says it will begin mass-producing solid-state batteries from the early 2020s.

Water dispersion and thermal limit

As automakers improve the efficiency of powerful engines, they are getting closer to thermal limits, where fuel explodes with a catastrophic release of energy. Bosch's WaterBoost system cools the intake charge by spraying a fine mist of water into the intake ports during high-speed driving.

BMW uses water injection in the M4 GTS to increase power from 444 horsepower to 493, and latest Porsche 911 GT2 RS produces 700 hp with water injection. The technology also increases engine efficiency and reduces harmful emissions.

Airing

Changing the path of the air, rather than adjusting the forms it interacts with, is the approaching frontier in active aerodynamics. Although several cars currently use this trick, the Lamborghini Huracán Performante does it in the most elegant way.

Drawing air into the struts that support the car's rear fender and then expelling it through vents built into the bottom of the hollow fender reduces drag and downforce. When the latter needs to be increased, the airflow in the strut is blocked, allowing the wing to function traditionally. In addition, its interior space is divided into two parts, so that it is possible to create more downforce on one side, helping the Lambo Junior to smoothly enter turns.

Recently, a lot of new or updated digital projects have appeared on the global web. domestic cars by independent designers and freelance artists.

the site tried to bring together all the most interesting and promising projects of the domestic automotive industry, which, in turn, are not directly related to the largest Russian manufacturers Vehicle.

Note that most of the independent renderings that you will meet below are made by the designers of the popular domestic publication Kolesa.ru. In addition, in the material you will see images of models domestic production that were created by other designers.

It is also worth saying that some of the presented digital projects, most likely, will remain “live in virtual world". At the same time, some of the drawn cars actually give an idea of ​​what this or that model of large Russian companies.

Volga 2020 Concept

Photo: Alexander Storm/Behance

An independent designer from Kazan worked on the concept sedan project. As noted earlier, a freelance artist tried to show what executive sedan"Volga" in a modern interpretation. Note that in this work, the “British trace” is visible, since the prototype is somewhat reminiscent of cars from manufacturers from the United Kingdom.

New generation Volga sedan

The revived "Volga"

Photo: dmr-cars.blogspot.ru

Another work of an independent designer on the theme of the revived sedan Gorky Automobile Plant. This digital image shows the work of 3D modeler Sergey Barinov. Unlike the prototype Volga 2020 Concept, this one is closer to the original Volga model, although it is not without truly revolutionary solutions.

Updated sedan "Volga"

Independent render of the updated Volga sedan

Photo: Kolesa.ru

Promising "heel" based on LADA Xray

"Heel" on the base LADA xray

Photo: Kolesa.ru

It's time to talk about the possible novelties of another domestic auto giant - AvtoVAZ. An independent visualization of the future based on the new LADA Xray model appeared on the net last year. At the moment, the Russian company does not announce anything about a possible release commercial vehicle on the base LADA xray. However, it is no secret that time and the market change everything. We are sure that the appearance of that miniature van would please many Russians.

New 3-door "Niva"

Independent rendering of the new generation LADA 4×4 Niva SUV

Photo: Kolesa.ru

It's no secret that AvtoVAZ is developing a successor to the iconic SUV LADA 4×4. It is expected that the car will be a crossover, the design of which will be made in a fashionable X-style. The same digital project shows a car made in the style of the original Niva. As reported, the model of the "smart" brand Lync & Co was taken as the basis for the visualization.

New LADA 4x4 based on Duster

Render of a new generation LADA 4x4 SUV based on Renault Duster

Photo: Kolesa.ru

And here is the image of a promising crossover, which will be based on the Global Access platform of the French brand Renault. As you know, this architecture is used in the construction of models such as Renault Logan, Renault Duster and Renault Captur. While creating virtual car the designers also used photos of the XCODE concept.

Promising minivan Lada Nadezhda

Render minivan Lada Nadezhda

Photo: Kolesa.ru

Digital visualization of a promising minivan (LADA Nadezda) in a modern interpretation also appeared on the Internet last year. Experienced motorists remember that the VAZ-2120 model (aka Lada Nadezhda) is the first minivan in the history of the Russian automotive industry, which debuted in the late 90s of the last century. However, due to low consumer demand, the minivan was abandoned. As conceived by the creators, a modern minivan Lada Nadezhda (LADA Nadezda)- This is a practical 7-seater car with wide possibilities for transforming the interior.

Classic "Zhiguli" of the new generation

New generation Zhiguli sedan

Photo: Kolesa.ru

Serial cross-sedan LADA Vesta Cross

Independent render of cross-sedan LADA Vesta Cross

Photo: Kolesa.ru

Unlike many cars in our ranking of the coolest virtual car novelties of Russian companies, a sedan is the car that will certainly appear on the market. And this will happen in the very near future. Moreover, it is worth noting that the production car of AvtoVAZ will most likely be almost the same as the model on independent visualization. Models such as the Volvo S60 are recorded as competitors of the domestic novelty. Cross Country And Subaru Outback sedan.

But they should be simple and easy to use. We bring you ten new innovative technologies that will appear on cars in the coming years.

1) Charging device on solar batteries.

Despite the fact that this technology appeared a long time ago, due to the high cost of using solar energy in cars, it has not been widely used in the automotive industry. But very soon a significant breakthrough in solar cell technology is expected, the cost of production of which should be reduced tenfold.

Thanks to automotive solar panels, you can charge the battery, power car air conditioner or infotainment system. This technology is great way reduce, without reducing the power of the car.

If the technology to use solar energy becomes cheaper, then the likelihood that in the not distant future on many cars as standard equipment solar panels will appear, very large.

2) Display on the windshield of the car.

If you have driven a car with HUD technology, you have probably noted for yourself that this technology is not just a convenience for the driver. So, it increases the safety of the driver when driving a car.

The driver, having all the important information (fuel level, engine temperature, speed, etc.), distracts his attention less from traffic situation. At the moment, this technology is already being used on premium cars as an additional option. But soon, this feature will appear as standard on many mid-range cars, and later on in cheaper cars.

Projection onto Windshield- this is one of the best features in a car that has appeared in recent years. Recall that this technology was previously used in military aircraft, helping pilots make decisions in a split second.

3) Manual transmission without clutch.

This technology was first used Nissan in their sports cars. Although many automakers claim that the manual transmission has outlived its usefulness, and that it is much better, in fact it is not. This is especially true for sports cars that need maximum acceleration without losing speed. In 2009, Nissan was the first company in the world to use engine speed shift and synchronization technology on its cars, using mechanical transmission without clutch.

You can read more about this technology. It is possible that this technology may soon appear on many cars, since compared to an automatic transmission, a manual transmission saves more fuel.

4) Use of thermal energy of the engine.

An internal combustion engine creates a lot of heat energy, most of which is not used. Not long ago, a regenerative braking system appeared in the automotive industry, which allows saving fuel, reducing the level of harmful substances in car exhaust. So one wheel of a car during braking releases 96 kJ of thermal energy, which with the help of special equipment.

This energy is directed to electrical circuit car, which subsequently charges the battery ordinary car or battery hybrid car. Over the past few years, this technology has developed at a frantic pace and is likely to appear on many inexpensive cars within 5-7 years.

5) Flywheel system KERS.

This system first appeared on Formula 1 sports cars, which allows accumulating the energy of the car during the operation of the engine and braking system, and subsequently using it to give the car additional acceleration. This system is currently being tested on a prototype production vehicle.

The kinetic energy recovery system, which was available only to supercars, is slowly but surely being introduced to cars. stock cars. Not far off, when the KERS system will appear on mid-range cars. Note that this system with a special flywheel design increases not only the power of the car, but also increases by 20-30 percent.

6) Intelligent car suspension.

Already today, which seemed like a fantasy for 10-15 years, it is possible for quite a bit of money on some premium cars, as an additional option to get adaptive suspension With magnetic shock absorbers. In the near future, a fully intelligent vehicle suspension will appear, which, using a variety of sensors and electronic block control will monitor the road surface every second.

Roughness and Quality Information pavement will enter a special computer, which, using special algorithms, will predict in advance, indicating electronic suspension, how to soften the impact of the wheels as much as possible when hitting a bump in the road. Thus, maximum comfort will be achieved when traveling in a car and maximum savings in the wear of the elements of the running gear of the car.

7) Reducing the cost of carbon fiber.

In the coming years, in order to reduce, manufacturers will only have to introduce l into the design of cars. The cost of this material has decreased significantly in recent years. Therefore, the massive use of carbon fiber in the automotive industry can no longer be stopped. It is quite possible that in 10-15 years almost all cars will be more than 50 percent made of carbon fiber.

8) Engine without camshaft.

Engine without camshafts helps to reduce the level of harmful vehicle emissions, . At the moment such automotive companies, like Valeo, Ricardo PLC, Lotus Engineering, Koenigsegg and Cargine, have already explored this technology and are ready to mass-produce engines without camshafts in the future.

Instead of camshafts in such engines, electromagnetic, hydraulic or pneumatic actuators for controlling injection valves are installed.

9) Autopilot in a car.

Skeptics who a few years ago said that in the near future, the emergence of technologies in cars that allow electronics to drive a car without the participation of a driver is not expected, were mistaken. Nowadays, we must recognize the fact that cars with a system automatic driving are already on the road.

In many cars, a parking assistance system has become widespread, which allows you to park the car in the parking lot without the participation of the driver. This system works with the help of various sensors that inform the car about an obstacle. But with the advent of the new automatic control a car without the participation of the driver has acquired a new meaning.

At a sufficiently high speed, the new one is able to drive a car without a driver, and in case of an obstacle, it automatically slows down or stops. Apparently, soon this technology will begin to appear on mid-range cars.

10) Alternative fuels.

If not within 10 years, then in 20-30 years, our world will definitely face a shortage of oil reserves, which will affect the shortage of gasoline and diesel fuel. Accordingly, the cost of traditional fuel for cars will be very high. So, the search for a new source of fuel for the automotive industry is very relevant. Unfortunately, an alternative to oil has not yet been found. All other fuel sources replacing gasoline and diesel fuel have both their pluses and minuses, which is why they have not yet received mass distribution.

So cars running on hydrogen fuel have not received mass use due to the fact that hydrogen fuel must be stored in special massive containers. In addition, hydrogen fuel requires a huge infrastructure around the world, which is practically not developed in this moment. , most likely, even in 50-70 years they will not become a serious replacement for cars with internal combustion engines. This is due to the fact that, since they need to be constantly charged.

The emergence of new batteries larger capacity electricity than now is not expected in the near future. So, in order to become an alternative to traditional fuel, electric batteries must contain energy several times more than now and weigh several times less, as well as be several times smaller in size, which is not realistic with today's developments.

So, the question of the new fuel that will run the cars of the future remains open. It is quite possible that within the next decade, someone will discover a new environmentally friendly, cheap alternative fuel that can revolutionize the automotive industry and then maybe in 10-20 years we will see completely new cars that are not like those that surround us today.

The novelties presented at CES-2016 once again prove that the world of cars and the world of technology closely merge, and as a result new concepts and control systems are obtained. Looking at these achievements, you can see the car of the future.

The Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas is primarily a technology show, but this year, car manufacturers have combined this event with the presentation of a wide variety of cutting-edge concept cars.
New products from Volkswagen, BMW, Aston Martin and new manufacturer Faraday Future made their debuts, while many others presented their latest technologies and innovations at the exhibition. The most popular theme among the newest cars of this year is the connection of cars to the network. Most manufacturers have shown how their cars will be able to connect to other smart devices in the future.

Big companies also showed how they are raising the level automotive technology to meet the needs of today's tech-savvy shoppers.

Take a look at 17 key automotive technology news from the 2016 Consumer Electronics Show.

1 Aston Martin Rapide S

Aston Martin's Connected Car concept car features an infotainment system developed by Chinese tech giant Letv. Aston Martin also intends to build an electric supercar for Letv.

2. Audi interior concept

Like the concept e-tron quattro, in the cabin new Audi a new generation infotainment system was installed.

3. BMW i8 Mirrorless Concept

BMW wants to demonstrate the benefits of replacing exterior mirrors with cameras that can cover a wider field of view and warn drivers of danger.

4. Bosch tactile touch screen

Bosch plans to help keep the driver's eyes on the road with a new haptic feedback infotainment system.

5.Electric Chevrolet Bolt

The new, all-electric hatchback from General Motors offers a claimed range of 320 kilometers.

6. Crazy Faraday Future Concept

The FFZERO1 is the first concept car from a new Chinese startup that turned out to be good enough to make CES attendees break their necks. The car announces the styling of a new company.

7. Autonomous future of Ford

The Blue Oval is tripling the size of its autonomous test transport fleet. Real world testing continues in several US states.

8. Harman eye tracking system

Harman's new technology uses software to track the driver's eyes and a camera to monitor his condition and alertness.

9 Jaguar F-Pace Connected Car

Jaguar is partnering with Intel to showcase connected cars. This F-Pace will prompt the driver if he leaves personal items in the house.

10 Audi Virtual Reality

This year, Audi will start using virtual reality headsets in its dealer network. This will allow customers to visualize their car in real time.

11. Kia Drive Wise

All future Kia autonomous driving technologies will be branded Drive Wise. The brand is getting ready to be tested on the roads common use in the state of Nevada.

12. Rinspeed Etos

Rinspeed's latest concept car is based on the BMW i8 and features a drone that can be sent to pick up a package or stream the ride online. The car is also fully autonomous and has a customizable interior.

13. Mapping from Toyota

This is a new technology for building the surrounding world from individual parts of the image, using data from GPS devices and on-board cameras.

14. Vision of the future from BMW i

Even small cars like the VW Golf are equipped with new technologies.

New German next-generation infotainment system with gesture control and advanced voice recognition.

17. Control Volvo with smart watch.

Owners of the Microsoft Band 2 smartwatch will soon be able to control the controls of their cars.

Thanks to the latest technologies, the automotive industry in the coming years will produce .

Every motorist wants not just to be the owner of " iron horse”, but also to have a durable and trouble-free vehicle. Currently, the most reliable cars are produced various companies from countries such as Germany, Sweden, USA, Japan and others. It is about these very cars that will be discussed in this article.

How is the degree of reliability determined?

The reliability of a vehicle is understood as the ability to perform its functions, while maintaining the established performance indicators within the conditions of use. This is a complex property consisting of the following criteria:

• Durability - the vehicle must always be on the move, regardless of mileage and year of manufacture. Shows how long the vehicle can be operated with regular and high-quality maintenance.
• Reliability is the resistance of parts, assemblies and mechanisms to destructive effects. This takes into account such a factor as the constant operation of the vehicle, as well as the timely replacement of consumables.
• Maintainability - the ability to prevent and detect the causes of failures and maintain a healthy state through maintenance and repair. If breakdowns occur, the manufacturer must provide for the possibility of their fast way elimination.
• Safety - the car is obliged to maintain performance during and after the period of storage and transportation.

The reliability of a car decreases as parts and mechanisms wear out, as the probability of failure of each subsequent node increases. It can be assumed that all new cars can be considered reliable, but over time this criterion decreases. The material presents vehicles that, over time and operation, are able to maintain their previous properties, that is, they have a minimum degree of wear. To determine the highest quality cars, the following criteria are taken into account:

1. Owner reviews;
2. Research;
3. Crash tests;
4. Tests in difficult conditions.

What are the most reliable car brands in the world?

Before presenting the ranking of the most reliable cars, it is necessary to identify the top car brands, which have high rates of this characteristic. These are auto manufacturers different countries, which have been producing vehicles with high levels of maintainability, safety, durability and reliability for many years.

The competition among the leaders of the global automotive industry is colossal, and every year it is more and more difficult to name a real leader in terms of reliability

1. The first place in the ranking is Japanese brand Toyota. This brand produces vehicles with a different body - pickups, crossovers, hatchbacks, sedans and SUVs. Toyota brand cars combine high quality and affordable price. The Japanese really know how to produce high quality parts, so they don't need to buy German and American fixtures.
2. Second place goes to another Japanese Lexus brand. In most ratings, this brand even occupies a leading position, but in terms of price-quality ratio, they lose somewhat to Toyota. Literally in five years, Lexus cars were able to rise from the bottom and become leaders. This once again proves that the Japanese really know how to make cars.
3. The third place can rightfully be given to the Japanese brand Honda. For some time this brand was supplanted by the American Ford competitor, but the Japanese do not give up, and today the Honda brand occupies a leading position. It is not possible to overtake Honda of their compatriots, but it is only a matter of time. The Japanese took a course on build quality, and refused to cooperate with suppliers with an unreliable history.
4. The fourth position in the ranking is occupied by the American concern Ford. The brand has been famous for its cars for more than a dozen years. The recent update of the Focus model had a positive impact on strengthening its position in the ranking.
5. occupied the fifth position in the ranking Dodge. Many may argue with the brainchild of the Chrysler group, but thanks to its Charger and Dart models, it is well ahead of the Subaru and Nissan brands.
6. Sixth place goes to the American brand Chevrolet, belonging to the group General Motors. The quality of Chevrolet cars over the past five years is noteworthy. Chevrolet's Cruze and Silverado models received dramatic improvements over the 2000 models.
7. Japanese is in seventh place. Nissan brand, which for a long time lost to brands such as Subaru, Toyota and Honda. Nissan ahead of Subaru, but get around Honda brands and Toyota hasn't succeeded yet. by the most popular models of this brand in Russia are Teana and Sentra.
8. The brand is fixed at the eighth position subaru japanese origin. Subaru vehicles are highly durable. At the moment, Subaru cars that were produced more than 10 years ago are used on the roads. It was this factor that influenced the assessment of this brand in a positive direction.
9. At the ninth position of the ranking is the GMC brand of American origin. The owners of cars of the American brand General Motors praise them for having an inexpensive Maintenance compared to competing brands. Most Chevrolet parts fit GMC.
10. Tenth place is occupied by the Japanese brand Mazda. The concern has long been famous for the durability of its cars. The second advantage of this brand is the cheapness of a used car with a mileage of over 100 thousand km. Universal cars that combine quality, reliability and affordable price.

Class Leaders

Now consider the leaders by models. Let's divide our rating into classes, in which the three best car models will be presented.

Passenger cars A and B class

The leaders in this segment are the following brands and models of machines:

1. Honda Jazz or Fit. In 2007, this model has undergone major changes that directly affect the reliability of the car. In 2013, the third generation Honda Jazz was introduced. Family style, spacious interior and ergonomic design are the main trump cards of the car, but it was recognized as reliable due to its technical indicators.

   

2. Chevrolet Aveo is a car of the American concern, the start of production of which falls on 2002. The car went through three generations, which had a positive effect on its safety, comfort and reliability characteristics. This model is based on two gasoline engines, the power of which is 110 and 115 horsepower.

   

3. Mazda 2 is a Japanese-made car that has always been famous for the reliability of internal combustion engines. The engine on the Mazda 2 is recognized as reliable even despite its voracity (6.3 liters per 100 km on the highway and 10 liters in the city). problem this car once there was a low adaptability to frost, since already at a temperature of -20 there were problems with starting the engine. Motors of the second and third generation of Mazda 2 are devoid of these shortcomings and are among the most reliable in their category.

   

Middle class C

In this category, there was an active struggle for a place in the top three, as many brands produce quality cars middle class. After a thorough analysis, the following leaders were identified.

1. Toyota Corolla is a Japanese brand that has been a huge success among buyers for over 40 years. It is worth noting the high rates of corrosion resistance of the car, which is due to zinc spraying, the layer of which is 5-15 microns. The car does not have an excessive amount of electronics, which undoubtedly allows you to win in terms of reliability. In the case of modern maintenance, cars with a mileage of up to 200,000 km are considered practically new. On average, engines run over 400,000 km.

   

2. Toyota Prius - another model Japanese concern, which has a breakdown index of 2.34 per 100 vehicles. It is also worth noting that Toyota Prius occupied a leading position in terms of reliability in all years of its release. The fuel consumption of this car corresponds to the level of diesel engines, and high indicators of durability and maintainability bring the vehicle to an honorable second place.

   

3. Mazda 3 is a car produced since the beginning of 2003. The reliability of the unit has been determined over the years, since over the years this model has shown fairly high rates of maintainability and safety. The Mazda 3 sports car, thanks to its dynamics, ease of control and maneuverability, is perfect for driving around the city as well as outside it.

   

It should be noted that all models shown are products Japanese car industry. It was Japanese cars that conquered the market, and have been in the lead for five years.

Reliability leaders in class D

Class D includes large cars that are designed for family trips. The length of such cars is from 4.5 to 4.8 meters, and the volume of the trunk is up to 400 liters. The most reliable vehicles in this segment include:

1. Volkswagen Passat is a car of a German brand that got rid of the status of an unreliable car quite recently and has already earned an honorable first place in its category. In the seventh version of the Passat, most of the shortcomings were eliminated, however, based on previous experience, buyers do not actively prefer this model. The control unit, the rear caliper mechanism were replaced in the car, and the usual lever was returned. parking brake instead of a button.

   

2. Toyota Avensis - in the D class, there was also a representative of the Japanese auto industry. Avensis is produced in three bodies, but it was the sedan that gained great popularity. This car is designed to work, which proves their many years of operation. There are practically no drawbacks to this brand of car, with the exception of oil voracity, which models produced before 2005 suffered from. Of course, cases of breakdowns are also found on modern models Avensis, but these breakdowns are minor and have nothing to do with the internal combustion engine.

   

3. Honda Accord - another one japanese car, which received the status of the most reliable vehicle in class D. The car has a sports aggressive appearance Why is it called the Japanese BMW? However, the Honda Accord deserves positive reviews not because of its beauty, but because of the high reliability factor. In the eighth generation of the Honda Accord, the lack of corrosion instability and the unsatisfactory quality of the paintwork, as was typical of the seventh version, were eliminated.

   

Crossovers

The following car brands are recognized as reliable crossovers:

1. Mitsubishi ASX is an urban crossover built on the Outlander platform. In Japan, the first crossover model was released in 2010. The owners of the ASX with the basic configuration of the engine noted the problems with starting the engine: the start occurs from the second or third time. There were also problems with squeezing oil through the dipstick and seals in frosts above -30 degrees. However, these shortcomings were inherent in first-generation cars until 2012 and only for 1.6-liter gasoline units, while restyled models do not have such problems.

   

2. Dacia Duster is a budget crossover, available in two versions with front and all-wheel drive systems. This is not only reliable, but also an inexpensive and versatile car designed to move around the city and off-road. Outwardly, it is very difficult to say that this crossover belongs to the category budget models, however, visiting the salon, you can see the simplicity of the car.

   

3. Opel Mokka is a German crossover that is popular among European youth. The crossover has a recognizable appearance, which is emphasized by the large cells of the radiator grille, as well as big headlights. Interior trim materials have a remarkable and expensive look, but in reality they are not. The car is produced in two variations with petrol and diesel engines. Both types of motors show good results durability, reliability, maintainability and safety.

   

SUVs

Among SUVs that occupy a leading position in terms of reliability, the top three should be noted.

1. Toyota Land Cruiser 200 - legendary SUV constantly leading in this category. The reliability of a vehicle is frame construction And powerful engines V8 volumes from 4.5 to 5.7 liters. Unlike its younger brother, the Land Cruiser Prado, this model are assembled in Japan and then brought to car dealerships in our country.

   

2. The Audi Q7 is an SUV that first rolled off the assembly line in 2006. The body of the SUV is treated with anti-corrosion materials, so meet rotten car almost impossible. A big drawback that does not affect reliability is the location of the battery in the passenger compartment under driver's seat. To replace it or charge it, you need to contact a car service.

   

3. BMW X5 is a German SUV that was released in 1999. At the heart of the car are such features as build quality, precision electronics, as well as the reliability of materials. This is a comfortable car that will never let you down on the road. Since 1999, the SUV has been constantly upgraded, which allowed the Germans to take a leading position in terms of the main criterion - reliability. The SUV is available with petrol and diesel units.

   

Business class cars or E-class

There was also a fierce struggle in the business segment, as many models of German, Japanese and American origin claimed the position in the top. The winners were:

1. Audi A6 is a business class car from Germany, which is available with front and all-wheel drive. A6 body panels are made of aluminum, which allowed the developer to win on the weight of the car. Aluminum was also used to make the suspension and chassis. Despite the use of soft metal in the construction, the car proved its reliability thanks to high performance maintainability, reliability and durability.

   

2. BMW 5 - one more german car, which has taken a leading position among business class cars. This is one of the oldest cars in our top. Its first release was in 1972. Cars of the 5 series have now reached the seventh generation and have been recognized as the most reliable in their category due to their high technical performance. The 6th generation BMW 5 Series has been produced since 2009 in 4 body types: sedan, fastback, station wagon and sedan with an extended wheelbase.

   

3. Lexus GS is a Japanese car recognized as one of the most reliable among business class cars. However, despite the prestige of the brand, Lexus has not received much popularity. One of the reasons was the small selection of engine types. The third generation Lexus GS was introduced in 2004 in Detroit. Lexus in 2005 faced serious German rivals, but at the same time was able to survive. The car has a presentable appearance, wide wheelbase, as well as considerable fuel consumption, so a hybrid version is offered for lovers of economy.

   

The most reliable cars of Russian production

What is the most important thing when buying a car for a Russian citizen? Of course, a high price-quality ratio. No one wants the purchased car to require constant visits to a car service and at the same time have a high cost. To compile the rating, reviews of Russian car owners were collected, which made it possible to choose the top three.

1. The leading position of reliable Russian cars is occupied by Lada Kalina. The reason for getting the first place is precisely the unique value for money. This is one of the best-selling cars in Russia, which the average resident of the country can afford. The car meets the requirements of reliability - the appropriate suspension for Russian roads, low fuel consumption and high-quality transmission.

   

2. Chevrolet Niva- great option for Russian citizens, which combines a high degree of comfort and cross-country ability. The SUV is suitable not only for city roads, but also for off-road trips. All-wheel drive SUV equipped with an engine with a capacity of 80 horsepower and a volume of 1.7 liters.

   

3. Lada Largus - station wagon, which is no less in demand on Russian market than the previous two models. Lada has a nice appearance and its interior is suitable for both personal and commercial use. This family car will not fail under any circumstances.

   

Budget cars with mileage worth up to 500 thousand rubles

Consider the top three among cars secondary market that are affordable. Such cars will be of interest to many motorists who do not have the opportunity to purchase a car for more than 500 thousand rubles.

1. For 500 thousand rubles in Russia, you can buy a used Suzuki Grand Vitara, which is a completely reliable and safe car. Of the advantages of the all-wheel drive Suzuki, low consumption, agility on the road and economy can be noted.

   

2. Mitsubishi Lancer X is the undisputed leader of the Japanese car industry, a used model of which can be bought for 500 thousand rubles. The car has been discontinued, so there can be no talk of a new car. Benefits of Mitsubishi enough to buy not a new domestic car, but a used Japanese car: comfortable driving, convenience for the driver and passengers, spacious interior, road stability, and high ground clearance. If the car is well maintained, then even a used model will serve you for at least 10 years.

   

3. Toyota Yaris is another model of Japanese origin that has a high degree of reliability. This small car has such advantages as comfort, maneuverability, as well as the availability high degree interior soundproofing.

   

New car models up to 750 thousand rubles

1. The first place in the ranking is occupied by Hyundai Solaris, as it is not only the most reliable, but also the most popular car in Russia. Optimal equipment a car can be bought for 700 thousand rubles. In addition, Solaris is on sale at a price of 650 thousand rubles, but there will be no air conditioning in the cabin. Otherwise, this is the first car of foreign production, designed for the average citizen of Russia.

   

2. The second position in the ranking is occupied by VW Polo, which is assembled in Russia. The suspension and clearance of the car meet all the requirements of Russian roads. Engine sizes are 1.4 and 1.6 liters. The base cost of the car starts from 600 thousand rubles.

   

3. Honorary third place goes to another model Korean production - Kia Rio. Basic equipment with a manual transmission and a 1.4-liter engine, it will cost 700 thousand rubles. The car is ideal for Russian roads and is famous for its high sound insulation. The dynamics of the car allows you to feel great both in the city and beyond.

   

The leaders of reliable cars are constantly changing, however, in this material, a rating is compiled based on feedback from car owners and a trend in popularity. Reliability is one of the most important indicators that every buyer seeks to obtain when purchasing any car. Practice shows that in new cars there are more and more flaws. This is due to the fact that manufacturers are pushing the fact that the car should be operated for no more than 5 years, after which it should be sent for recycling.