Mitsubishi Outlander, Renault Koleos, Subaru Forester, Volkswagen Tiguan and Nissan X-Trail.
On Mitsubishi deep snow crossings are best taken on the move. If you stop, you will surely follow the rope. The CVT smears traction and is prone to overheating.
Variator of our Koleosa overheated after a few minutes of driving through the fields, completely immobilizing the car for a quarter of an hour.
The smallest clearance is not a hindrance: Tiguan under these conditions the best! Praise deserves a wonderful torque motor in conjunction with a sensitive machine. Good and all-wheel drive system.
Trample paths in loose snow X‑Trail does not like and does it clearly without pleasure. In most situations, he will leave the Koleos and Outlander slightly behind, but will eventually wait for the Forester or Tiguan to come to the rescue. As in the case of competitors, no one canceled the risk of overheating the variator.
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The old X‑Trail index T31 is very familiar to me. My father has such a car, and from time to time I do not miss the opportunity to ride it. Therefore, from the first minutes behind the wheel of the new X-Trail, I understand: progress is evident. But first, let me tell you about the interior, which is almost exactly like Qashqai's.
I have nothing against the now fashionable unification: modular chassis and modular motors are wonderful. This approach helps manufacturers, and therefore us, save money. But the "modular" front panel is unbearably boring. I sincerely hope Nissan doesn't go the Subaru route (Impreza, XV, Forester, WRX - all have the same panel with minimal changes) and in other models we will see something original.
The quality of finishing materials is the best among all Japanese cars in the test. Compliant plastic top of the panel, good skin on armchairs, an excellent multimedia system, to which any phone clings via Bluetooth in no time (ay, Subaru!) Multimedia slots, as it should be in a modern car, are located at the bottom of the console. Out of habit, I will scold the notorious power windows without automatic mode Yes, terrible (against the price of the car) the quality of the leather on the steering wheel. But, despite the comments, the X-Trail interior, on a par with the Tiguan one, claims to be the best. Choose for yourself what you like.
Nissan X-Trail. Decent leather on the seats, softtouch plastic, convenient controls and intelligent multimedia system all-round view. Only the absence of automatic glass closers and the rough leather on the steering wheel are frustrating.
Behind - expanse. Compared with the previous generation car, the wheelbase has grown by 75 mm - up to 2705 mm, and this best indicator in the test. The rear sofa is now adjustable in length: parts divided in a ratio of 2: 1 move relative to each other.
But there is less space in the trunk (only 348 liters, according to our measurements). And the convenient organizer that used to be under the floor disappeared: instead of it, a “second floor” appeared in the form of a curtain-partition.
However, all this is trifles. The real surprise awaits along the way. The modified motor-variator connection is unrecognizable. From now on, these two live on the same wavelength. The sound of the engine has become more solid and richer - there is no echo left of the tedious "vacuum cleaner" song of the previous units. Yes, and the dynamics are excellent: the phase control system exhaust valves and an increase in the compression ratio from 9.6 to 10.0 revived the motor.
Noise isolation is good, but rear passengers slightly annoying rumble from the road. And although the newcomer is far from the hysterical screams of Mitsubishi, we unanimously recognized Volkswagen as the quietest. On off road nissan- middle peasant. Modest angle of entry, CVT. We did not succeed in overheating it, but we should not expect a large margin of safety. Nissan crawls on virgin soil sluggishly and reluctantly, and mostly leaves snow traps in reverse. Bottom line: off-road, the Nissan lags behind Subaru and VW, but leaves behind Mitsubishi and Renault.
I love tests in which I can’t confidently name a favorite before scoring. The current one is one of them. There was no doubt about the outsider.
Mitsubishi Outlander can be preferred only if the 100-200 thousand rubles separating it from its rivals are of decisive importance. Except large trunk and a spacious rear row, the Outlander has no real trump cards.
Renault Koleos is able to fall in love with a cozy and thoughtful interior. It is comfortable, well equipped and original. However, it is crowded behind, and the age of the car cannot be hidden - it is a pity that these points are not reflected in the price tag.
The Subaru Forester is the quintet's most expensive car. Interesting, versatile, cool rides on the pavement and on the country road. A modest trunk and a lack of interior gloss did not allow him to reach the leaders. I'm not too picky, but the lack of upper air vents for rear passengers in a car worth 1,924,000 rubles is a disaster.
Volkswagen Tiguan surprised on asphalt and off-road. A magnificent crossover with passenger habits and a funky European interior. For all its shortcomings - a cramped second row and small trunk I easily close my eyes.
But if these qualities are important to you, pay attention to the Nissan X‑Trail. It's almost as good on pavement as it's capable off-road. Fast, spacious, well equipped. And God bless him, with the “square” design that has sunk into oblivion. Despite the rejection of chopped forms, Japanese engineers and marketers saw the market situation from the right angle. This car has practically no weaknesses, and therefore quite deservedly snatched the victory.
Light and shadow
Gennady EmelkinMitsubishi (1), Renault (2), Subaru (3) and Volkswagen (4) have xenon headlights, while their rival Nissan X‑Trail (5), starting from the LE configuration, has LED optics. To identify its advantages and disadvantages, we conducted an experiment: we built a corridor of cones and took measurements every ten meters with a luxmeter. Tiguan excelled in low beam mode. It has optimal light distribution and smooth transition from light to shadow. Not only a wide part of the passing shoulder is clearly visible, but also Opposite Lane with her edge. At the same time, he does not blind oncoming people. X‑Trail lost to Tiguan. A sharp black-and-white border causes discomfort. The lighting of the passing roadside is good, but there is a problem with the oncoming one: objects are clearly visible at a distance of no more than 30 m, and then - pitch darkness. If a person enters the road from the opposite side or, for example, a car leaves the intersection, then it will be too late in the field of view. In my opinion, Nissan engineers overdid it in their desire to protect the oncoming driver from blinding. The cut-off line needs to be corrected. Outlander, Forester and Koleos performed evenly. There are no claims to light distribution. Even the driver of Koleos, who took last place, will not feel the lack of light. In mode high beam unconditionally became the best X‑Trail. I did not like only that the automatic switch from far to near is too sensitive to the oncoming flow. Sometimes it even reacts to the reflection of its own headlights from road signs. At the same time, we recognized Forester's light as the most pleasing to the eye. The results of the rest of the participants are clearly visible in the photo. Will LED optics replace xenon in the foreseeable future? Quite possibly. However, as our tests have shown, manufacturers have room for improvement.
If you're looking for a spacious, fast and versatile crossover for a large family, then with the release of the new X-Trail, the choice is clearer than ever. Mikhail Kuleshov
It really turned out to be severe: frost -10-15 degrees (it was -20 at night) plus a lot of snow. But you can’t miss this: three days on the most different cars and driving in a variety of conditions - all in order to answer the question: how does anyone drive off-road? In this material you will not find a detailed review of some specific model, but find the "quick look" and off-road features of many crossovers and SUVs.
But the company gathered noble: BMW X3, ford ranger, Honda CR-V, Mazda CX-5 and Mazda CX-9, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, Renault Kadjar, Subaru Outback, Suzuki Vitara S and Suzuki SX4, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado And Toyota Highlander. As you can see, typical light crossovers, full-fledged frame SUVs and pickups are mixed in one bottle. Therefore, the organizers prepared two tracks at once: a relatively light one for crossovers, and a heavier one for frame SUVs and pickups. The easy track included X-shaped bars (imitation of protrusions-bumps on the road in a checkerboard pattern), a “bench” for driving on one side of the car (the front / rear wheel is alternately hung out on one side), and a snowy-icy “snake”, where could slide freely. This track started it all...
BMW X3
It just so happened that I spent the morning of the test day for BMW steering wheel X3 and on interesting serpentines near the Bukovel resort. Sitting in comfortable soft brown leather chairs, clutching the heated M-steering wheel, enjoying the turns (I can’t believe that the crossover can drive like that!) and watching the snow-covered slopes around, you really just start to get lost - am I in Ukraine or in what any Switzerland? Unfortunately, but BMW price X3 is also far from the reality of the Ukrainian middle class: test car- which you like and gives the impression "that's how the BMW X3 should be if you don't save" - costs almost 2 million hryvnias.
crossoverbmw X3 new generation clearly claims the title of "one of the stars" of the event. But the presented car is estimated at almost UAH 2 million, which is due to the equipment: cool seats, a heated steering wheel, a lot of M-parts, powerful motor(2.0 l and 252 hp); for each such “Wishlist” and an extra “sneeze” in the configurationbmwhave to pay a lot. There is no special off-road mode in the car settings, but the X3 passed the test track without any problems: a minimum of slippage in the snow and a rear-wheel drive character on the “snake”.
Mazda CX-5 and Mazda CX-9
“OK Google”, is there something like the BMW X3, only cheaper – for the rest of the middle class? This segment is targeted Mazda crossover CX-5, which has already been written about twice: and . The event was adorned with a "fire red" Mazda CX-5 with gasoline engine 2.5 l: everything is good and excellent, except for the point noted earlier - for such a chic chassis, and even on mountain serpentines with a lot of climbs, I want “more” motor. There is enough of it on the highway and in the city, but the feeling remains "give more power - and the Mazda CX-5 will become the very BMW X3 for the people."
And after all, Mazda already has a similar engine - the older model CX-9 proved: similar four cylinders and 2.5 liters of volume, plus a bonus in the form of a turbine. Power has increased from 194 hp. up to 231 hp, but most importantly - the torque has increased from 257 Nm to 420 Nm! This motor is enough for a huge 5.1-meter 7-seater crossover, which I will talk about in detail in a separate article in the near future - wait, it will be interesting.
Mazda CX-5 is here for a reason - this is the newly appeared owner of the title "Car of the Year 2018 in Ukraine" among all crossovers! There is a reason: the car is commendably agile on the road, quite comfortable and spacious. WhereinMazda CX-5 in the maximum version is estimated at slightly more than 1 million UAH. and offers an all-inclusive package. Elder sister"Mazda CX-9 is remembered for its size on the outside, spaciousness inside, and also with a powerful turbo engine. Both cars on a special track go the same way: a short spin of the front wheels and the subsequent quick connection of the rear; neutral and understandable behavior on the snake.
Subaru Outback
Among Mazda competitors CX-5 can be called Subaru Outback, and for Mazda CX-9 - Toyota model highlander. What to say about these cars? The Subaru Outback crossover station wagon is called a “station wagon” for a reason: initially (since the mid-1990s) it was an off-road version of the Legacy model; and even though in recent generations the car was singled out as a separate model, the essence of the station wagon remained. For example, Subaru Outback is lower in size Mazda models CX-5 and Honda CR-V, but offers the most ground clearance of the three due to the very "raised" body fit. The suspension is commendably energy-intensive and, it seems, simply “impenetrable” - this is with Subaru model Outback can only be compared with frame crossovers. And in general - the essence and subaru power Outback is that "I'll take you out": do not expect chic passenger habits on the road; but the confidence in achieving the final goal of the route here is colossal. At the first acquaintance Subaru Outback reminds: very soft, comfortable, confident car. But the remark is similar - I would like more power: the question is not fast driving on serpentines, but in confidence when overtaking. Although 2.5 liters was enough: the "forester" is 100-130 kg lighter.
Subaru Outback- this is space and comfort, riding at a leisurely and average pace; plus a great sense of confidence "we will get there." On the crossover track in normal modeOutbackbehaves like many other crossovers: initially driving on the front end and connecting rear wheels on the fact of slipping front. But the button changes everythingX— MODE– the car is preemptively, in advance, preparing for off-road, sending more torque to the rear axle: as a resultOutbackturns into thatSubaruwhich we are waiting for! Plus there is a hill descent assist system and high ground clearance (213 mm).
Toyota Highlander
The large Toyota Highlander crossover is a little longer than the Outback and noticeably less than the CX-9, a seven-seater saloon, an “automatic”, a 3.5-liter V6 engine and all-wheel drive. It seems that everything is here to become a "Ukrainian's dream": an ideologically correct crossover, which, at first glance, does not have weaknesses. On the second one too. Adequate habits on the track (although I note that I didn’t drive it much), good comfort, passing obstacles without problems, understandable behavior on the “snake”. Yes, and the technique is interesting: D-4S combined fuel injection (distributed and direct), phase change system valve timing VVT-i, as many as eight steps in the automatic transmission ...
crossoverToyota Highlander- large, roomy, powerful. There is a “center” lock, help when descending a mountain, an automatic transmission sport mode. The track passes without problems, the suspension is energy-intensive. In a word, everything is fine. In addition, that in the entire company of cars it is preciselyToyota Highlander, perhaps, causes the least emotions, questions, reflections. Maybe I "rolled in" a little? Or maybe someone will decide that driving without emotions is good? Maybe so…
Renault Kadjar
Honestly - even leaves behind a more noticeable mark in memory. Moreover, the Renault Kadjar was front-wheel drive, on the “robot” EDC, with a 110-horsepower 1.5-liter turbodiesel. The weakest car in the company. Along the way - and one of the most affordable: 770 thousand UAH. But it's far from the worst! Moderately comfortable on the road, with pleasant salon, amazing efficiency (on the highway it consumed 5-6 liters versus 8-10 liters for other compact crossovers). It is clear that with front-wheel drive, the Renault Kadjar simply had no chance even on the track for light SUVs; the organizers initially did not even want to let him go beyond the snowy "snake". But then - everything went: with hanging wheels, slipping, flying snow flakes! To the credit of Renault Kadjar, he drove the track in the hands of each of the test participants. Moreover, from what I saw, Renault Kadjar desperately slipped, but never demanded to be pushed out of the snow captivity.
Small, soft, EuropeanRenault Kadjarwith turbodiesel and "robot"EDC- this is about the "ECO" button and multi-colored devices, and not about hanging the wheels and sliding on the "snake". Off-road all I can do is manually select suitable gear. But to my creditRenault Kadjar, the car managed - which, in the conditions of its front-wheel drive version, is comparable to a small feat.
ford ranger
The complete opposite is large frame models: Ford Ranger, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado. Their own track was prepared for them: a steep descent; slippery slopes (snow and ice); pits and mounds in a checkerboard pattern, where the car rides on two wheels; a couple of additional obstacles. The first model in my list of frame cars was the Ford Ranger pickup truck. There were no questions on the off-road track: it goes down without problems, goes up, hangs out the wheels. The question was only in dimensions, since the Ford Ranger pickup truck with a length of 5.36 m is a good half a meter larger than the already rather big Mitsubishi Pajero Sport and Toyota Land Cruiser Prado. Okay with the size, you can get used to it; but what to do with the behavior on a good road? Pickup Ford Ranger feels very heavy: weak acceleration, leisurely turns, simple trim. Of course, the suspension is impenetrable on any bumps, but other pickups go through the pits just as well.
PickupFord Rangeris a cool exterior design and unusual solutions in the cabin: for example, a dashboard with a round speedometer and two LCD displays on the right / left. Drive system - with three modes of operation (2H, 4 H, 4 L, i.e. lower row); there is a locking rear “diff” and a hill descent assist system. Off-road - the king-king, but on ordinary roads Ford Rangerit seems too “cargo”: there are pickups that cost only a little more, but they drive noticeably better; there are pickups that are also "cargo" in habits, but their price is much less. The place forFord RangerI haven't found yet; if possible, we will return to this model in a separate article.
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
Next a full-fledged SUV was - and with only a slightly higher price than the previous pickup truck (both cars 1.1-1.2 million UAH), this car gave completely different impressions. Firstly, he already rides well on a regular road: he turns, accelerates, does not shake. Secondly, in his salon at least the appearance of what more than 1 million hryvnias was paid for is created. Thirdly, a route for off road mitsubishi Pajero Sport passed not so easily, but in general openly playing a giveaway. Example: at some point the car hung on two wheels and stood up; what to do - rear diff lock? No, I just stepped on the gas harder. Downhill assist? Yes, she is; but why, if the car crawls down / up very slowly on the “lowering”. Climbing a steep slope? Yes, no problem at all! “Aaah, what, hung out the wheels? No, with long suspension travel, I have not heard of this. The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport model has a lot of interesting off-road systems, but in the case of an all-wheel drive with a center lock, a lowered row, huge toothy wheels, they all serve as an “addition”, and not “determining factors” for cross-country ability, as in the case of light crossovers.
SUVMitsubishi pajero Sport- this is, first of all, an initially huge supply of cross-country ability "for iron": permanent all-wheel drive, locking the center and rear differential, lower row, large suspension travel. And alsoMitsubishi pajero SportI like it for the ratio of the feeling of the car and the price: simple, clean, without overpayments.
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
It must be admitted that the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado looks even more epochal, in terms of the degree of “steepness” Prado is only half a step below the LC200. And it looks like it is driving on the road: measuredly, slowly, with dignity. The interior space is similar to a small apartment; taking into account the finishes, it becomes clear that this is a trendy studio apartment in the city center. And there are many, many systems for roads: air springs on rear axle to adjust the fit of the body (useful for heavy loads); buttons behind the automatic transmission lever for complex vehicle settings (comfort, eco, normal, sport, etc.); smooth and soft 6-speed "automatic". And there are many, many off-road systems: full-time four-wheel drive plus a low range; MTS pavement type selection system (Multi-Terrain Select, selection of "dirt", "stones", "hummocks", etc.); function Crawl Control(maintaining a constant speed on the road); video review of MTM (Multi-Terrain Monitor), where it is especially worth noting the front camera plus drawing the position of the wheels.
SUVToyota land cruiser Pradocool, what is there. Off-road passes easily; but there is a feeling that his place is in the parking lot of some ministry or business center. After all, with the price of the maximum versions of the car about 1.6-2.1 million UAH. - Namely, these versions include systemsMTS, Crawl control- think a hundred times before you poke your head on the road, where these systems are really useful. For selection desired system and the mode of its operation, you must first press the corresponding button, and then rotate the upper knob-drum. And here is the reviewMTM (Multi— Terrain Monitor) is a real little revelation: you can immediately see where the nose of the car is going, whether the wheels are in a rut or not, which is right / left. I think this is more useful thanMTSAndCrawl control.
According to the plans of the organizers, after the main program, an optional course was provided - a race along a mountain pass: not a special track, but there were enough snow-covered ascents and descents. Again, according to the organizers' plans, only three frame cars, described above, were supposed to go to the pass. But there were a lot of people who wanted to, so a couple of crossovers also went. It is interesting that he just didn’t go where the Subaru Outback could best show itself - the problem is in the long overhangs that could interfere in the bends-pits (and there really were such places).
Honda CR-V
But suddenly a couple of other crossovers drove to the pass, one of which is a Honda CR-V. It would seem that it’s just an urban crossover, where such items as a touch screen, interior space, adjustment rear seats, LED headlights mean a lot more off-road capability. So, in the morning on the track for crossovers, the Honda CR-V model skidded a lot with the front wheels, waiting for the “back” to be connected; and there is no separate mode (button) for blocking the central clutch. All I could do was put the automatic transmission lever in sport mode so that the CVT was in no hurry to change gear ratio(“upshift”) and did not fail the engine speed. But in the end, how many times did we push the Honda CR-V out on the pass? Zero! We drive carefully, we don’t slow down the speed, we try not to “dig in”, there is enough geometry with beveled bumpers - that’s the result.
crossoverHonda CR— VI went where I shouldn't have gone. I went and drove! It also has an unusual interior trim, an interesting LCD driver's display in the front, adjustable backrest and heated seats in the rear, a proprietary blind-spot visibility system on the right, plus the mentioned LED headlights - all this gives the impression of a very modern model. At the same time, under the hood there is a traditional “aspirated” (2.4 l and 186 hp) paired withCVT-variator. Deserves an analysis in a separate article ...
Suzuki Vitara S and Suzuki SX4
The second crossover that passed the pass turned out to be a “baby”. Strongly knocked down, angular, pursed from all sides (except that the “lip” protrudes a little front bumper). But under the hood - a brisk 1.4-liter turbo engine; paired with it - automatic transmission and all-wheel drive ALLGRIP. Along the way, another Suzuki car was presented at the event - an updated SX4 in a similar configuration for the engine and transmission.
In short, Suzuki models are a small revelation that many people do not expect. On the test track for crossovers, they do well: yes, the ground clearance is 18 cm, but the overhangs are short; the AWD system has a LOCK mode to lock the clutch center differential. On ordinary roads, they drive briskly and incendiary: there is quite a lot of power (140 hp and 220 nm) for such light cars (1.26 tons). Of course, a simple interior and the absence of any unique equipment ... But this is understandable for the price (UAH 650-700 thousand), and in its own “ automotive essence» On the track and off-road cars work out the money paid in full.
CarsSuzuki Vitara SAndSuzuki SX4 are identical in technology: engine, automatic transmission, all-wheel drive. But they differ in layout:Suzuki Vitara S- shorter, but higher, there is a more vertical landing;Suzuki SX4 - Longer and lower, more traditional fit. And they also differ in the mood in the cabin:Suzuki Vitara Swith red details "ignites";Suzuki SX4 with a more traditional finish soothes. Although both on the track and off-road, both cars drive commendably briskly and boldly.
As you can see, some of the cars are already well known to readers of the site, others have passed only in the “quick look” format. So in the future I will try to return to some of the cars from this report and talk about them in more detail. Don't switch!
Crossovers continue their victorious march across Russia. In January - February, RAV4 became not just the most popular Toyota model, but managed to take seventh place in the overall standings of all cars on the market. Of all-wheel drive, only the much more affordable Duster is ahead, and Lada 4 × 4 and Chevrolet Niva moved to the rank of catch-up. When else was this?
Honda CR-V also ranks first among the company's models, of which there are only three left on our market, but sales volumes are far from Toyota's.
Who has a chance to reach the “rafik”? "Koreans"! good move picking up fresh Hyundai Tucson. But today we are primarily interested in freshly baked Kia Sportage. Last year, its predecessor was surpassed only by the RAV4. New Sportage the price did not rise very much, and therefore we took it for a test with special enthusiasm. Moreover, we managed to get it even before the start of sales.
All cars are equipped with two-liter petrol atmospheric engines close power. RAV4 - with a variator, the rest - hydromechanical machines. Top-of-the-line kits. In general, everything is on an equal footing.
Fashion is not for everyone
Remember how six years ago the previous generation Sportage made a splash with its extraordinary appearance? The new one also makes you turn around! The bright face with a huge gap of the radiator grille and high-set headlights is aggressive (it just seems to me, or is there really something from the Subaru B9 Tribeca in this “look”?), And the stern is elegant. You leave the car for a minute at the store, and the curious are already gathering.
Built on the same platform is also not a miss. But the updated RAV4 was really surprised: narrow lighting technology captivates from afar. Only the Honda CR-V does not catch on - it has become familiar.
The fourth-generation Sportage debuted at last year's Frankfurt Motor Show, and sales in Russia began in April 2016. For the first time in the history of the model, it is also offered in the sporty version of the GT Line.
Engines:
- petrol 2.0 (150 hp) - from 1,189,900 rubles.
- petrol 1.6 turbo (177 hp) - from 2,069,900 rubles.
- diesel 2.0 (185 hp) - from 1,819,900 rubles.
With its interior, the Sportage makes an even stronger impression. Cockpit! The center console slightly turned towards the driver, the L-shaped selector of the machine, the round hub of the steering wheel and the floor gas pedal create a sporty atmosphere. But most of all, the materials and build quality captivate: like more expensive crossovers. Button switches with verified feedback, decorative overlays with plasma-ion spraying, contrasting piping on the seats. The former modest fellow has turned into a real dandy! And it’s comfortable to sit behind the wheel, except that the seat cushion is a little short. The front seats are equipped not only with heating, but also with ventilation - in this segment, only Tucson can boast of such luxury.
Debuted last year. For the first time a Korean car of this type tried on petrol turbo engine And robotic box gears. But the main demand falls on modifications with aspirated and automatic.
Engines:
- petrol 1.6 (132 hp) - from 1,199,900 rubles.
- petrol 2.0 (150 hp) - from 1,400,900 rubles.
- petrol 1.6 turbo (177 hp) - from 1,585,900 rubles.
- diesel 2.0 (185 hp) - from 1,710,900 rubles.
Hyundai, despite the ventilation of the seats, worked out a little easier. Or maybe it was deliberately done so that nothing was evident? Only they forgot to “turn off” the bluish backlight of the devices - it hurts the eye (in Kia it is red). But these are trifles, a matter of taste. And in the "fundamental sciences" - ergonomics, equipment and choice of materials - Tussan's interior is no worse. And how could it be otherwise?
The fourth generation of the Japanese bestseller debuted in 2013. At the end of 2015, an upgraded version entered the market. While RAV4 is imported, but in a few months it will be assembled at a plant in St. Petersburg.
Engines:
- petrol 2.0 (146 hp) - from 1,281,000 rubles.
- petrol 2.5 (180 hp) - from 1,829,000 rubles.
- diesel 2.2 (150 hp) - from 1,829,000 rubles.
After restyling, RAV4 finally got rid of the ancient electronic watch that became the talk of the town and got hold of more pleasant finishing materials. Cosmetic repairs were seasoned with all-round cameras, a traffic sign recognition system and a automatic braking in front of the obstacle. And under the center console provided a platform for wireless charging smartphones. However, my 5-inch one did not fit there - owners of newfangled phablets are asked not to worry.
The world premiere of the latest generation CR-V took place in 2012. The car was upgraded last spring. At the moment, this is the most compact and affordable Honda on the Russian market.
Engines:
- petrol 2.0 (150 hp) - from 1,399,900 rubles.
- petrol 2.4 (188 hp) - from 1,849,900 rubles.
Honda makes the most modest impression. Thin doors look flimsy. The selector of the machine is based not on the central tunnel, but on the tide of the front panel - a solution that other manufacturers have long abandoned. multimedia system looks alien, as if it was installed not at the factory, but in a nearby car service. The picture is completed by a thin steering wheel with unsightly buttons. Towards the end, the electric wipers were taken aback by a boring and loud buzzing. M‑yes, salon CR-V nothing can oppose competitors.
Now there is a huge number of crossovers of different models, equipment, characteristics and design. To evaluate the characteristics of the car in more detail and find out which car will be better, official dealers crossover companies conduct professional test drives.
On the Internet, there are a huge number of video test drive crossovers where you can visually consider all the features and characteristics of the car.
Selection of cars for tests
Usually, crossovers of the same class are chosen for a test drive, so let's take a few mid-size crossovers. Among them are 5 models: Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester, Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX5 and Mitsubishi Outlander. Let's take a look at the internals of these units.
- Subaru Forester comes with gasoline engine volume of 2 liters, with a capacity of 150 horsepower. We can remember this handsome man by how cleverly he beat his rivals for the title. The second equipment is a 2.5-liter gasoline engine with 172 horsepower. The third equipment: a 2-liter turbo diesel engine with a capacity of 240 horsepower. The gearbox is mechanical 6-speed, it is also possible to install a Lineartronic variator. The all-wheel drive system comes with active traction distribution.
- The Honda CR-V comes with a 2.4 liter petrol engine and 190 horsepower. The gearbox is automatic in 5 steps. The all-wheel drive system is automatically connected.
- The Toyota RAV4 comes with a 2-liter petrol engine with up to 151 horsepower, a second trim 2.5-liter petrol engine with 180 horsepower, and a trim turbodiesel engine volume of 2.2 liters per 150 horsepower. mechanical box 6-speed transmission, optional 6-speed automatic transmission or Multidrive S CVT. Front-wheel drive system, automatically engages all-wheel drive with central locking.
- Mitsubishi Outlander has a 2 liter petrol engine with 145 horsepower or a 2.4 liter petrol engine with 167 horsepower. Gear box - CVT variator Invecs-III and plug-in all-wheel drive with central locking function.
- The Mazda CX5 comes with a 2 liter petrol engine producing 150 horsepower, or a 2.5 liter 192 horsepower. Gearbox - mechanical 6-speed, or automatic transmission gears are also 6-speed. Front-wheel drive and automatically connected all-wheel drive. Externally, the car is very similar to.
Comparing the pricing policy of these units, we can say with confidence that the price of the Honda CR-V is the most modest. Basic Mitsubishi version Outlander is the most accessible, therefore it takes the second position in price category. After them comes the Subaru Forester, Toyota RAV4 and Mazda CX5. Watch video tests Mitsubishi crossovers Outlander, Subaru Forester, Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V and Mazda CX5 to get required characteristics and visually distinguish between model data.
Assessment of the appearance of a car
So, for example, looking into the interior of cars, you can select a number distinctive characteristics. All crossovers can change the seat adjustment, but the Mitsubishi Outlander and Subaru Forester cannot change the lumbar support, which affects the comfort of landing. The second row of these crossovers can change the backrest slopes, Toyota will have the widest slope.
IN Toyota crossovers and Mitsubishi backrests fold inside the cabin, as for the rest of the crossovers, they can also fold from the side of the trunk. Honda is equipped with an interesting design, one has only to pull the handle of the chair, as the headrest, cushion and back of the chair begin to fold.
Installed in Toyota, Mitsubishi and Subaru electric drive for the roof of the luggage compartment, for other crossovers this option is available in expensive versions. Some even open the lid with an unpleasant creak.
Watch a test drive of the exteriors and interiors of crossovers and compare their capabilities on the video comparative test drives of crossovers.
In addition, cars have a number of their own features, for example, Honda has a mirror to monitor the rear row of seats. This model has special sensors that signal cars in the "blind zone".
The Subaru crossover has an excellent rear view, plus additional installed cameras help to maneuver well in reverse.
Mazda effectively demonstrates the trajectory of the movement when turning the steering wheel using the front and rear parking sensors. This model also has sensors for passing vehicles, the system not only visually signals moving vehicles, but also transmits a signal with sound. This the only car, which, without turning on the turn signal, when crossing the dividing line, turns on a frightening rumble that will immediately warn the driver about his mistake (optional this function can be turned off).
Toyota has rear sensors movement. At Mitsubishi, when the doors are closed, the side mirrors are automatically closed.
The buyer himself must decide what he needs a car for, and what parameters are most important to him: volume, ease of use of some parts, interior space or other possibilities. All the possibilities can be assessed by watching a crossover test drive comparison video.
It is important not to confuse the exercise crossover video with the test drive video of crossovers. This video has nothing to do with pumping the pectoral muscles, the only similarity is that in the test drive the crossover goes through a series of exercises in order to find out the characteristics and capabilities of the car.
Handling and acceleration test
Consider the movement of these cars.
Mitsubishi Outlander likes to drift slowly and evenly with smooth roads. Mazda CX5 has a powerful look but on the road moves gently, quietly and dynamically. Belongs to the category of leaders in equipping smooth movement. The Toyota RAV4 has a tough ride on the road. The model comes with a turbodiesel. Honda CR-V is designed for the American segment, it is more economical, and is designed for gasoline with a low octane rating.
The patency of the Subaru Forester is affected by the rigidity of the body. The 2.5-liter engine can operate in two modes Intelligent and Sport. In sports settings, the car is much sharper, accelerates easily, without stress. As the speed increases, this characteristic disappears. With the Intelligent settings, the crossover also takes off quickly and behaves obediently on the road.
Whether Subaru or Mazda stop the farthest when braking, most likely it all depends on the tires of the car. It is better to watch a crossover comparison video, where experts conducting a test drive of cars can show all the advantages of a crossover, and also tell you how to increase its performance. This is called crossover video speed test drive.
These crossovers are designed for driving on asphalt, there are some exceptions to the rules for gentle off-road terrain. So, for example, Toyota and Mitsubishi can block the center clutch. Mazda and Honda are forbidden to drive on such terrain due to low ground clearance, it is also forbidden to turn on all-wheel drive system, as prolonged towing may cause the center clutch to overheat.
Only Subaru feels more confident with permanent all-wheel drive, tight overhangs, high ground clearance. X-Mode system, which is activated automatically at a speed of 40 km / h, reconfigures the crossover to off-road mode, where the hill descent system is activated.
Other tests
There are also certain test drives to determine the body and comfort of a car, which include: interior space in front and behind, seating comfort, visibility for passengers, trunk volume, quality finishes and sound insulation, climatic comfort, ride smoothness in a loaded and empty car.
The powertrain test determines how fast the car can gain acceleration, top speed, gearbox performance, fuel consumption, range, handling, stability, agility and brake performance.
Take a test drive at official representative in your city, in order to feel the possibilities of the purchased unit.
Watch the video, off-road crossovers feel great:
Excellent compact equipment, which has serious cross-country performance, today can become the best option for city dwellers. Crossovers overcome urban obstacles and can pass through any surprises of the road. Therefore, in Russia this type of car is the most valuable. More and more Russians come to test drive crossovers every month, ready to vote with their wallets for cars in this body.
We offer you a certain comparison of cars that are considered the most promising in terms of sales in Russia in the next few years. A test drive and video presentation of the results is the only reasonable way to evaluate several different crossovers.
Chinese proposals from Chery and Geely corporations
In 2014 talk about insolvency Chinese cars does not make sense, because all the offers of corporations from the Celestial Empire have become an order of magnitude more interesting and attract a buyer. More and more motorists are going for a test drive of Chinese technology, and a video of owners of brand new crossovers satisfied with the purchase has flooded the Internet.
In 2014, manufacturers from China offer the following crossovers available for a test drive in Russian showrooms:
Chery India- strange car, which is known in the back of a crossover only after reading the information on the price tag;
Chery Tiggo is a comfortable and interesting car with good cross-country ability and good technical characteristics;
Geely MK Cross - a compact crossover, a version of the MK hatchback with increased cross-country ability;
Geely Emgrand X7 beautiful car, all the delights of which are known on a personal test drive.
Given the real interest of buyers in cars Chinese made, the popularity of these offers and the number of applications for a test drive is constantly growing. Talk about poor quality has stopped, it's time to consider these cars as a serious alternative to more expensive vehicles.
A new offer from the company Lada - on the conveyor already in 2015
So far, only the Lada 2119 index is known, but there is no detailed information on the alternative name of the new off-road crossover from Lada. The car will be built on the proprietary platform of the Russian manufacturer, which is being improved today in collaboration with Renault-Nissan engineers. Basic information about new Lada in 2014 are as follows:
The date of sale of the first crossover is not earlier than January 1, 2016;
the design is roughly known, but there may be certain changes;
The price is still under wraps, but basic version should not exceed the mark of 500 thousand rubles;
the volume of investments invested in the development and assembly of the first prototypes amounted to a record for Russia 680 million euros.
Let's say right away that for 2016 the design of the Russian compact jeep turned out to be too simple. Even today it looks simple, but in a little over a year it will be necessary to carry out a specific restyling. The main thing is that the model appears on the assembly line and costs affordable money.
GM offerings - Chevrolet Tracker and Opel Mokka
General Motors frequently launches two identical car under different brands. If you watch the video or go to Chevrolet test drive Tracker and Opel Mokka, you will understand that the differences between these crossovers end in design and price. All other features of the transport are exactly the same. The following similarities become especially noticeable on a test drive:
The same engines and the same interior space design;
ergonomics at the same level in two cars;
crossovers offer one configuration with some surprises and new products;
in dynamics, they can only be distinguished by the icon on the steering wheel.
These interesting twins appeared on the markets of the CIS countries. True, the company takes certain actions to avoid competition from its own divisions. In 2014, the Tracker crossover is not officially sold in Russia, and there is no Opel Mokka in the rest of the CIS countries.
Summing up
Interesting videos of test drives of beautiful and functional cars can help you decide which vehicle to buy for yourself. Often, crossovers provide surprises in the form of a not-too-high-quality ride with a very good design. Modern cars often have a not too powerful or not enough high-torque engine, which completely spoils the impression of a trip by car.
Do not rely exclusively on video on the Internet. Go for a personal test drive of a crossover before drawing any conclusions about the need to buy it. This will help you evaluate the model judiciously and decide on its level and compliance with all the advantages offered for the price.
