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"It's amazing how expensive things can look so cheap.

It's also amazing how cheap things can look so expensive. ".

Dolly Parton

"Great opportunities tend to be too expensive

but some cheap opportunities are grandiose ".

Iveta Cherneva

The last quote is about politics, people's security and respect for human rights.

Two aphorisms do not directly apply to cars, but these quotes from famous people are easily associated with the automotive world.

Many in the world think that these are the most unreliable, most inefficient cars. But this opinion is erroneous, because a cheap car is different for a cheap car. First, you need to find out what is a cheap car? For example, what does the concept of a cheap car mean to you? Believe me, if you ask the same question to several people, you will get completely different and opposite answers. Why is that? The fact is that for each of us, completely different vehicles fall under the concept of a cheap car. It all depends on our income level.

For example, for some of us, Toyota Corolla is an expensive car, while for others it is cheap.

So how, then, to truly find out which cars can be considered cheap?

In fact, the difference between relatively cheap and the cheapest cars is of course in price. That is, a cheap car can be considered if it costs less on the market than most competing models.

For example, in order to find out everything in Russia, it is necessary to select vehicles with the lowest prices in our market. This is the best solution, instead of asking a lot of people trying to find out what kind of cars in Russia people consider cheap. As a result, we decided to create a kind of catalog of the cheapest new cars in Russia, sorting them by class.

In most cases, many cheap cars, despite their price tag, look quite decent, and do an excellent job when traveling from point A to point B. Yes, of course, in the cheapest segment of the car market, you will not find cars with a chic and luxurious appearance, with and etc. But, nevertheless, all cheap cars are quite worthy of attention and really contribute to the increase in the car fleet in Russia, due to their availability in the car market. We would also like to note that in most cases, the cheapest cars on the market, of course, are Chinese brands. If you think that many of them are very cheap due to their questionable quality and poor safety, then you are wrong. Many models are quite capable of competing with more expensive cars.

• Class "A" - The cheapest mini car

Ravon Matiz (314,000 rubles)

Our list opens with the familiar Matiz mini car, which recently began to be sold under the new Ravon brand. We recall earlier that this car was produced under the Daewoo brand. But recently, the automaker decided. At the moment, the Matiz model is the cheapest car in Russia. Its cost is 314,000 rubles, which in terms of dollars is 4,200 dollars.

The car is equipped with a three-cylinder engine of 0.8 liters. The power of the power plant is 51 hp, which is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. Of course, for this money the car will be made in the minimum configuration. But, nevertheless, for those who do not have the money to buy a more expensive car, then this is the best solution to buy a new car. Given the rise in prices for all goods in Russia, the cost of a car of 300 thousand rubles seems fantastic.

Lifan Smily (319,900 rubles)

If you don't like the look of Matiz, then you can get one, which is very similar to Mini cars. The cheapest model, the Lifan Smily, costs 319,900 rubles ($4,322). The car is equipped with a 1.3 liter engine with a capacity of 88 hp. Torque is transmitted by a 5-speed manual gearbox.

• Class "B" - The cheapest compact car

Lada Granta (383,900 rubles)

The second place in our ranking of the cheapest cars is occupied by the Lada Granta, the cost of which, as of the day of writing, is 383,900 rubles, which in terms of dollars is 5,180 dollars. For this money, the cheapest equipment is sold, equipped with an 8-valve four-cylinder engine of 1.6 liters with a capacity of 82 hp. The power unit is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.

In the basic configuration, paying 383 thousand rubles, the buyer will receive an airbag for the driver, an immobilizer, daytime running lights, child seat mounts and audio training.

Lada Priora (389,000 rubles)

Another cheapest car in Russia available for purchase. This is for everyone, which, contrary to forecasts, is still produced by AvtoVAZ. On the this moment the cheapest equipment of the Lada Priora is the “Standard” equipment, which is equipped with a 1.6 liter four-cylinder gasoline engine (8 valves). The cost of the car is 389,000 rubles ($5,256).

Geely GC6 (389,000 rubles)

For those who are looking for a cheap car "B" class, but do not want to buy a Domestic car, that is, an alternative. For example, you can buy a Geely GC6 Chinese compact sedan for 389,000 rubles ($5,256). The car is equipped with a 1.5 liter four-cylinder engine with 94 hp. and five-speed mechanics.

But for this money, the equipment of the Chinese car will be much better than that of the same Priora. So for 389 thousand rubles, the Geely GC6 will be equipped with an alarm, an emergency shutdown of the fuel supply and unlocking the doors when, an on-board computer and even heated front seats, power steering and rear fog lights.

• Class "C" - The cheapest small car

Chery M11 sedan (459,000 rubles)

The second place in the "C-class" segment, of course, is unrivaled in terms of cost. We are talking about the "people's car" Hyundai Solaris sedan, which costs 569,900 rubles ($7,689). For this money you can buy a car in the "Active" configuration. This modification is equipped with a 1.4 liter four-cylinder engine with 107 hp. and 5-speed manual transmission.

• Class "D" - The cheapest mid-size car

Brilliance H530 (635,000 rubles)

On the Russian market, the cheapest "D" class car is. True, for 635,000 rubles ($8,581), only 2015 cars are currently available. However, this is really the cheapest offer in this segment.

For this money, the Comfort package is available in Russia, equipped with a 1.6 liter engine with 110 hp. and 5-speed manual transmission.

Renault Fluence (869,990 rubles)

Few people know that in Russia you can buy a European-quality D-class car for less than 1 million rubles. Given the significant rise in price of all cars on our market over the past few years, this seems surprising. However, this is true.

For example, for only 869,990 rubles ($11,756) in Russia, you can buy a basic package.

For this money, you can purchase the Authentique modification, which is equipped with a 1.6 liter four-cylinder engine with 106 hp. (5-speed manual transmission).

• Class "E" - The cheapest full-size car

Chery Arrizo 7 (679,900 rubles)

The cheapest E-class car in Russia, like many models, belongs to the Chinese auto industry. True, it should be noted that even amazing pricing does not allow Chinese brands to feel confident in our market. So, despite the prices, most models from China are not popular in Russia. It's all about value for money, of course. After all, having overpaid quite a bit, people can buy better and more reliable Korean cars.

However, the Chinese do not leave the Russian market in the hope that people in our country will pay attention to Chinese cars. The most affordable E-class car in Russia is the Chery Arrizo 7, which costs 679,900 rubles ($9,187). For this money you can buy a complete set of "Luxury".

The car in this version will be equipped with a 1.6 liter four-cylinder engine (power 126 HP), 5-speed manual transmission. Surprisingly, for this money you will get a not quite "naked" E-class. So Chery Arrizo 7 will be equipped with the following equipment: an airbag for the driver and airbags for all passengers, side airbags, curtain-type airbags, child seat mounts, emergency braking assistance, vehicle stability control, hill start assist, pressure control system in tires, side mirrors with turn signal repeaters, leather interior, comfortable keyless entry and much more.

Hyundai i40 sedan (1,022,000 rubles)

The second most expensive E-class car in Russia is Korean full-size. This is the best offer in terms of price and quality at the moment in our country. Everything that is cheaper than the Hyundai i40 sedan, then there is a possibility that the quality of the car will leave much to be desired.

Currently offering both 2015 and 2016 models. Last year's cars can be bought from 1,022,000 rubles ($13,810). 2016 cars start at 1,059,000 rubles ($14,310).

For this money, you can buy a version in the "Comfort" package. The machine in this configuration is equipped with a 1.6 liter four-cylinder engine with 135 hp. and 6-speed manual transmission.

• Class "S" - The cheapest full-size car

Hyundai Genesis sedan (2,284,000 rubles)

When choosing cars of lower classes, we had plenty to choose from, since there is still a sufficient amount of competition in our market in these segments. But as soon as we are talking about, then here, of course, it was not difficult to find the cheapest model on the Russian car market. The thing is that most S-class cars are very expensive. Even the cheapest models cost more than 2 million rubles, which is a lot, especially considering the economic situation in Russia.

However, there is a model in this segment that differs significantly in pricing compared to other premium executive cars.

Quite recently, by the standards of the automotive industry, it began to produce premium cars. So one of the most controversial cars is this. At the moment, this model is available for only 2,284,000 rubles ( the lineup 2015 - $30,864). For the 2016 model, you need to pay 2,329,000 rubles (31,472 dollars). For this amount, the “Business” package is available, equipped with a 3.0 liter 6-cylinder engine with a capacity of 249 hp. which is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.

• The cheapest SUV

Chevrolet Niva (495,000 rubles)

Based on a price analysis of new cars that are available for purchase in Russia, the cheapest SUV is the 495,000-ruble ($6,689) model.

For this money, the “L” package is available on the Russian market. The car is equipped with a 1.7 liter four-cylinder petrol engine, 80 hp, and a 5-speed manual transmission.

Renault Duster (599,000 rubles)

The second place in terms of cost is occupied by the "people's SUV". The popularity of this model is beyond doubt. This car was loved for its value for money. So for 599 thousand rubles (8,094 dollars) you can buy a 2015 model in the Authentique package. True, if you want to buy a 2016 model, you will have to pay at least 629,000 rubles ($8,500).

It is worth noting that for this money you will not purchase an all-wheel drive model. For 4x4, you will have to pay at least 709,000 rubles.

In the Authentique configuration, the car is equipped with a 1.6 liter gasoline engine with 114 hp. and a 5-speed manual transmission and only front-wheel drive.

• The cheapest crossover

Unfortunately, due to the depreciation of the national currency in Russia against the euro and the dollar, over the past year, new cars in our country have risen in price by 30 percent. Especially the rise in price affected the class of SUVs and. As a result, almost the entire segment of cars for last years has risen in price significantly. As a result, the cheapest crossovers in Russia are Chinese models.

LIFAN X60 (530,000 rubles)

The cheapest crossover in Russia is 530,000 rubles ($7,162). The car in the "Basic" configuration is equipped with a 1.8 liter four-cylinder engine with a capacity of 128 hp. and 5-speed manual transmission.

Haima 7 (569,000 rubles)

This front-wheel drive crossover is equipped with a 2.0 liter four-cylinder engine producing 150 hp. and a five-speed manual transmission. The car for 569,000 rubles ($7,689) can be purchased with the “GL” package.

Chery Tiggo (665,000 rubles)

Another Chinese cheap crossover, which is available on the Russian car market. This is a Chery Tiggo model, which is equipped with a 1.5 liter engine (4 cylinders) with a capacity of 126 hp. and 5-speed manual transmission.

• The cheapest minivan

GAC Way V1 (720,000 rubles)

The cheapest in Russia at the moment is the Chinese commercial vehicle GAC Way V1, costing 720,000 rubles ($9,729).

The GAC Way V1 is equipped with a 1.0 liter 56 hp engine, which is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.

FIAT Doblo Panorama (736,000 rubles)

Another minivan, which is one of the cheapest in Russia. This is FIAT Doblo Panorama worth 736 thousand rubles. ($9,945). For this money, you can buy a front-wheel drive model in the Active package, which is equipped with a 1.4 liter engine with a capacity of 77 hp. and 5-speed manual transmission.

• The cheapest pickup

UAZ Pickup (1,025,000 rubles)

The market in Russia is developed, of course, not like, for example, in the USA. But, nevertheless, we had plenty to choose from. According to market analysis, the cheapest pickup truck in Russia is the UAZ Pickup at 1,025,000 rubles ($13,851). This car is equipped with a 2.3 liter diesel four-cylinder engine with 113 hp. and a 5-speed manual transmission.

• The cheapest convertible

Smart fortwo convertible (990,000 rubles)

The market for convertibles in Russia is practically non-existent. The fact is that most open-top cars only belong to premium brands. As a result, the cost of convertibles is very high. Also in our country, in most of the territory of Russia, for more than 6 months, weather conditions are not the best for owning cars in the back of a convertible.

The cheapest convertible in Russia is the 990,000 ruble ($13,378) model.

For this money, the Passion package is available, equipped with a 1.0 liter three-cylinder engine with 84 hp. and automatic transmission.

• The cheapest coupe

BMW 2 series coupe (1,940,000 rubles)

There are also not so many coupe cars on the Russian market. This is also due to the impracticality and cost of cars in this class.

Unfortunately, the cost of most coupe cars starts from 2 million rubles.

Recently, a new one has appeared on the Russian market. Coupe prices start at 1,940,000 rubles ($26,126).

For this amount, you can buy a 220i model equipped with a 2.0 liter four-cylinder engine with 184 hp. and 6-speed manual transmission.

An article about the 10 cheapest cars in the world, their features and specifications. At the end of the article - an interesting video about the top five cars for 50 thousand rubles!

Rating of the cheapest cars in the world

This TOP will present cars that help any person to fulfill their cherished dream and become the owner of a vehicle. Of course, you should not expect special chic and great functionality from these cars, however, their price is appropriate.

As long as there are not very rich people, manufacturers will make cars for them.

Simple, without unnecessary bells and whistles, frills and frills. The main thing is that the car drives and is cheap. In this rating will be presented cars, the cost of which does not exceed 10 thousand dollars.

10. Tata Indica - $8,800

The design of the Tata Indica was developed by the Italian design agency IDEA, although the car is made in India. It should be noted that this company is considered one of the leading auto repair shops in the world. Despite the rather low price, the car has expressive wheel arches, decorative door sills, as well as a front apron, which is combined with transparent foglights. All this gives the car a sporty look.

The car has a wide body and a high roof, so passengers will feel quite comfortable in the cabin. The car is equipped with a central lock, air conditioning, electronic clock, power windows of the front doors. There is also a power steering, airbag for the driver, immobilizer, ABS.

Cars are produced with petrol and diesel engines of 1.4 liters. Export models comply with Euro IV standards. A five-speed manual transmission provides ease of control.

However, it should be noted that this car is not in great demand in the world. It is sold mainly only in India. Apparently, low price alone is not enough to achieve commercial success.

9. Chery A1 (Kimo) - $7,400

Chinese automaker Chery Automobile Co.Ltd. has been producing Chery Kimo since 2008. Chrysler helped the Chinese develop this car. Thanks to the Italian studio Bertone for the design of the car, and for the 1.3-liter engine. and a capacity of 83 "horses" - the Austrian company AVL.

The car is equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission or automatic transmission. There are two airbags, ABS, air conditioning, power accessories, central locking, power steering, rear parking sensors, fog lights and alloy wheels.

It is worth noting that the Chery A1 can rightfully be considered a converted Chery QQ car, which in turn is an illegal copy of the Daewoo Matiz (these two cars also made it to our rating). At the same time, Kimo is significantly more expensive than its predecessors.

8 Zotye Z100 - $6,300

Chinese Zotye cars often become participants in car dealerships in Shanghai and Beijing. This automaker is only ten years old, but its products are already popular. Zotye Holding Group has five production sites, its own assembly plant, R&D centers in Korea, Italy and China. The plant produces about half a million cars annually.

The design of the Zotye Z100 is similar to the Suzuki Alto. However, the overall styling of the car is original.

In the basic configuration, the car is equipped with two airbags (front), central locking, rear parking sensors, power windows, air conditioning, electric power steering, and steel wheels.

The interior of the car is designed for four passengers, and everyone will feel comfortable. True, tall people sitting in the back, on potholes, can touch the top of the roof. However, this is a problem for almost all A-class cars, so the Zotye Z100 is no exception.

The plastic in the cabin is hard, but it cannot be said that the interior looks very cheap. The trunk is small (129 liters). You can only put a few bags of groceries in it.

The Zotye Z100 is equipped with a Mitsubishi TNN3G10K 3-cylinder gasoline engine with a volume of 1 liter and a power of 68 “horses”. Cars are equipped with a 5-speed "mechanics".

7. Geely HQ SRV - $5,800

This car has been produced by the Chinese company Geely Automotive since 2005. This family 5-door station wagon is characterized by good compactness and cross-country ability. The car weighs 1280 kg and can accommodate five people.

The most popular model with a three-cylinder gasoline engine of 1.1 liters. and a power of 55 hp. At the same time, the maximum speed of the car is 120 km / h. The car is equipped with front-wheel drive and a 5-speed "mechanics". For a "hundred" car spends 6.5 liters of fuel.

Externally, the car looks quite simple, but inside you can find many useful options: rear window heating, air conditioning, remote control lock, power steering, rear window wipers, ABS, power windows.

Although the car costs only $ 5,800, the manufacturers took care of the safety of passengers, so they provided belts and airbags, slightly strengthened the frame, and installed shockproof beams on the doors.

In a word, Geely HQ SRV is perfect for practical people who value comfort for little money.

6. Chery QQ - $4,800

This car has been produced in China since 2003. Moreover, the appearance of this machine was marked by a serious scandal. Chinese manufacturers were immediately accused of plagiarism. Chery QQ is completely similar to Daewoo Matiz. Initially, this car was intended only for residents of China, but then the model began to be sold all over the world. It is worth noting that QQ is still the best-selling Chery machine in China to this day.

Some residents of the CIS also liked this car. He especially likes women. You rarely see a man behind the wheel of such a miniature car, although this does happen.

1.1 liter petrol engine. and with a capacity of 68 "horses" it is able to accelerate this small car to 130 km / h, which is very good. This is a front-wheel drive car with a 5-speed automatic transmission. The car is designed for five people. The basic configuration includes air conditioning, central locking, power steering, power windows, fog lights, audio equipment, and so on.

The trunk of 170 liters is quite enough for the delivery of purchases from the supermarket. If you need to load more, you will have to fold the rear seatbacks.

For 100 km, QQ consumes about 6 liters of fuel, which does not hit the family budget much.

5. Daewoo Matiz - $4,500

This Korean "old man" is familiar to many. Daewoo Matiz was "born" in 1997, since 2001 it has been produced in Uzbekistan. Many domestic motorists have long known all the pros and cons of this car.

In fact, two modifications of the machine are produced - M100 and M150. An engine of 0.8 l (51 hp) and 1 l can be installed. (63 hp). Both engines are petrol. As a gearbox, a five-speed “mechanics” or “automatic” for four ranges can be used.

True, many car owners are dissatisfied with high fuel consumption (8.5 liters in urban mode). At the same time, Matiz has a flat fuel tank, so if you fill it up completely, the arrow shows “Full” for a long time. The driver may think that his car is super economical, but then the arrow rapidly drops to the “Empty” mark.

It should also be noted that $ 4,500 is the basic package, which can be called very modest. For this money, the buyer will receive a car without a rear wiper and spare wheel.

But Matiz makes it easy to park even in the narrowest places. In general, this cheap car is ideal for driving in the city. The disadvantages include noise in the cabin and subsidence of dynamics when the car is loaded.

4 Renault Kwid - $4,500

More recently, Renault has presented a new budget hatchback Renault Kwid. This car looks like a crossover, for which you can thank the team of engineers and designers from France, South Korea, India and Japan. This machine was originally designed for the Indian market and production is located in Chennai. However, now the car can be purchased in Europe, Asia and South America.

The front-wheel drive hatchback has a compact but powerful body, a large glass area, expressive wheel arch extensions, plastic bumper protection, short body overhangs and a ground clearance of 180 mm. It all inspires respect.

The interior of the Renault Quid is made in the spirit of minimalism, but the owner will like some stylish solutions: a digital instrument panel, front seats with lateral back and hip support, plenty of niches for storing small items, a 270-liter trunk.

Renault Kwid is equipped with a three-cylinder engine (0.8 liters and 57 "horses"), which works with a 5-speed manual. The plans are to install a more powerful one-liter engine.

3 Maruti Suzuki Alto 800 - $4,300

Indian automaker Maruti Udyog Ltd produces models based on Suzuki. Maruti 800 is commonly called the "Indian Volkswagen", as it is a licensed version of the Suzuki Alto / Fronte SB car (half of the shares of the Indian company belong to Suzuki).

This budget front-wheel drive car is equipped with a 3-cylinder engine that has a volume of 0.8 liters and a power of 48 hp. Many will say that this is very little, but the weight of the small car itself is 725 kg. The car uses a 5-speed "mechanics". If you choose the most expensive equipment, you can get air conditioning and a driver's airbag.

In order to minimize the cost of production and the final price of the car, the Indian-Japanese company has lightened every detail of the Suzuki Alto 800 by one gram.

The interior trim is very simple - from velor or leatherette.

2. Tata Nano - $2,500

Initially, the Tata Nano was intended only for the Indian consumer. This machine was first introduced in 2008 in New Delhi and went on sale six months later.

The car meets all safety standards adopted in India. The in-line two-cylinder engine is located at the rear. It has a volume of 0.62 liters. and can develop a power of 33 "horses". However, its consumption is 5 l / 100 km. Nano is equipped with a four-speed manual or five-speed robotic transmission. The maximum speed is 100 km / h.

For the sake of reducing the price had to save on everything. The fifth door was replaced with a blank wall, and in order to get to the engine and trunk, you need to fold back the back sofa. The basic version does not have a "stove", power steering, radio. Moreover, the wheels are not fastened with four bolts, but with three.

The concern Tata Motors has invested about a billion dollars in the development of this car. Initially, it was assumed that many Indians would begin to transfer from their mopeds to these machines. However, this did not happen.

For poor Indians, the car turned out to be very expensive, and for wealthy buyers it was not very comfortable.

Therefore, the level of sales did not live up to expectations. However, this car has long been considered the cheapest in the world. But everything has changed...

1 Bajaj RE60 - $1200

The owner of a thousand dollars can buy this Indian car-motorcycle hybrid that has four wheels. Moreover, 4 people can fit in the 2.75-meter Bajaj.

This machine is driven by a miniature single-cylinder engine (0.2 liters and 20 hp). The maximum speed is 70 km / h, only in this case only the driver should be in the cabin, and the trunk is empty. True, the manufacturer is not embarrassed by such modest dynamic characteristics, since this car will compete only with auto rickshaws. And only poor people buy them.

It is worth noting the low fuel consumption - up to 3 l / 100 km.

At the moment, this car is considered the cheapest in the world.

Summing up

Cheap cars in times of crisis can become great option for daily use. Of course, you should not expect much comfort from them, but it is quite possible to get to work and home from work, and on weekends it is quite possible to go out of town for a picnic.

Top 5 best cars for 50 thousand rubles - in the video:

Experienced Russian motorists, when buying a car, think, first of all, about its reliability, this is not surprising, because during operation there are many critical situations ranging from a banal drift and ending with tire wear. It is difficult to choose a car to your liking without losing the price and reliability. Beginners in this matter pay attention either to the appearance or to the cheapest car model, not taking into account specifications, which over time will lead to high costs for transport maintenance.

Nowadays, prices are relatively conditional, so in Europe, drivers put the cost of further maintenance in the first place, that is, when choosing a car, they sum up the cost and further maintenance. Of course, finding a reliable and economical car is not easy, but there are criteria by which you can choose the most suitable option for each category.

Choosing a reliable and economical car

The main ones are:

• repair costs;
• fuel consumption;
• maintenance frequency;
• maximum possible engine mileage;
• oil change frequency.

To find out how economical a vehicle is, you need to look at its technical characteristics, which indicate the fuel consumption rate in urban conditions, outside the city and a mixed version. However, in the application from the manufacturer, only the flow rate is fixed without overloading with additional devices, and at low speed. This suggests that you need to visit various forums where you can ask people about real fuel consumption. If we talk about reliability, then here it is also worth looking at the manufacturers' documentation first, although there are also approximate data on the frequency of service.

The quality of the parts depends only on the manufacturer, so it would be useful to study the reviews for a specific car model, for example, on drom.ru before buying.

budget vehicles

The most reliable budget cars

What is the most reliable and economical car in Russia? First of all, it is easier to find such a car in segments A and B, since these vehicles are great for driving around the city, and also have all the necessary qualities. The price for a budget class car can vary from 300 to 600 thousand rubles. If we consider cars of the elite segments, then the price of their models goes far beyond a million rubles. Our list of reliable and cheapest cars is made up of new models of the budget class, which includes:

1. Hyundai Solaris (Accent), according to most, it turns out to be the most economical to maintain. The base cost is 460,000 rubles. In general, Korean technologies come out at the expense of trifles, everything is thought out for assembly for comfortable operation, and there is no need for repairs in the first five years of use. The car contains a 1.4 or 1.6 liter engine. Service takes place every 15 thousand kilometers, and the cost of diagnostics is quite moderate. Changing tires is also economical, since the wheels on the transport are small. The most privileged model from the list, suitable for both the city and the extra-urban area.
2. gone far and Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The car is one of the most economical in terms of battery life, as well as low fuel consumption. Among the benefits can be called reliability in its devices. Additional costs are not required annual maintenance costs about 100 thousand rubles.

   

   Hyundai Solaris (Accent)

3. KIA Rio- this is practically the twin of Hyundai Solaris, which differs only in appearance. There are no differences in parameters, it is completely identical to it. The manufacturer has created a reliable, durable car with an acceptable cost in the range of half a million. The vehicle has an increased ground clearance of 165 mm, so it easily extends dirt roads. Comes with air conditioning and disc brakes. The car is equipped with electrically adjustable mirrors and heating.
4. Renault Logan- European, but the price is affordable. This car is the best-selling of all European cars. Its design has not changed for a long time, so there will be no problems in maintenance. The car has an eight-valve engine with a volume of 1.6 liters. Since the design is simple, repairs can be carried out in any garage. Attractive design and excellent driving performance leaves no one indifferent.
5. Chevrolet Cobalt- a budget sedan, as well as a relatively new one on the Russian market. The approximate price is from 450 thousand rubles. Although the design is not original, but the assembly is good. Gasoline consumption is small - 7.6 liters per hundred, is the 92nd. Contains a roomy trunk for 545 liters. The engine goes to 1.5 liters with a five-speed mechanics. Unkillable suspension is his trump card, he can drive even on the most difficult roads.

   

   Chevrolet Cobalt

6. Toyota Corolla- economical car of Japanese assembly. The machine is well equipped and has good technical characteristics. The guarantee of use goes on three years or one hundred thousand km. run.
7. Chevrolet Aveo- an interesting subcompact sedan for urban use. The approximate cost starts from 500 thousand rubles. Korean manufacturers seem to have taken into account all the needs of Russian roads. It is much more compact, fashionable and brighter than the Chevrolet Cobalt. Despite all the advantages, the car is a little expensive to maintain, but for less fuel consumption, it can be added to the list of economical vehicles.
8. Skoda Rapid– acceptable in service and reliable in operation. You can drive this car safely for five years, as Skoda responsibly approaches the assembly. The pluses include the ideal suspension quality, which is very important for Russian users.
9. Ford Focus– has been holding leading positions in the Russian market for several years now. Its price is 530 thousand rubles. It comes in more than 20 trim levels, the most popular is the 1.6-liter petrol model, consuming an average of 6.5 liters.

   

10. Daewoo Matiz- Assembly of the Uzbek automobile industry, although the design comes from Italy. The equipment can be both basic and luxury. Engine capacity - 0.8-1.1 liters. Such a foreign car A class has a cost of 250-350 thousand rubles. A good package includes power windows, air conditioning and power steering, but in the basic there is nothing but a steering wheel and pedals.

The most economical, reliable and inexpensive domestic cars to maintain

Can be distinguished:

The models presented above are more or less popular. This does not mean that reliable and inexpensive brands have finished their list. There are many other cars that act as the best solution not only in terms of economy, but also comfort.

The time has come when many of us have the opportunity to purchase a car. True, depending on the thickness of the wallet, everyone chooses their own option. It’s not a problem to buy an expensive car with different bells and whistles, but finding a cheap one that doesn’t let you down at every step is not very easy. Here we will talk about the budget "iron horses".

Who will flood the world with cheap cars

More recently, experts - observers predicted that the Chinese auto industry due to cheap products will seriously compete with the giants of the automotive industry. And suddenly such a surprise! Far from a Chinese concern, but a little-known automobile company Tata Motors presented a car Tata Nano worth only 2,000 - 2,500 dollars (at the exchange rate of October 2014 - about 84,000 - 95,000 rubles). Sensation! The Indian car unexpectedly took the lead in the top of cheap cars.

Such machines, the cost of which does not go off scale, are very popular in poor and developing countries. By the way, the list of the top ten poorest countries in the world

Rating of the ten most inexpensive cars

10. Renault (Dacia) Logan - $ 9,477 (about 400,000 rubles)

This model, as conceived by the designers of Dacia in Romania, was to become one of the most affordable C-class cars, which was to be sold mainly in the markets of Eastern Europe. Later, this car began to be produced in other countries - in Russia, Colombia , Morocco, Iran.

9. Fiat Palio - $9,242

This is also a European class car. In Russia, she is known as Albea. A very reliable and safe car, produced and sold in our country.

8. Hyundai I10 - $ 9,000 (about 380,000 rubles)

A small budget car owes its appearance to the company Hyundai. It was first introduced seven years ago in India, for the market of which it was intended. Now this model of Indian assembly already exists in Europe. The i10 is a simple minicar equipped with a small set of passive safety features.

7. Tata Indica - $8,900

This is the first and not the most successful attempt by the Indian auto industry to produce a modern car. Commercial success did not accompany him. Despite the very low cost, it is operated only in India.

6. Chery A1 (Kimo) - $7,400

The brainchild of Chinese automakers is, in fact, a redesigned Chery QQ, which, in turn, copied the Daewoo Matiz in a not entirely legal way. True, the design and engine of Chery are quite original, but this exclusive increased the price of the brand by more than three thousand dollars.

5. Geely HQ SRV - $5,780

The hatchback, produced by the Chinese company Geely Automotive, is one of the cheapest cars.
Its advantages are adjustable seats and Beautiful design dashboard. But it develops a speed of no more than 84 km / h.

4. Geely MR - $5,500

Quite a comfortable car, capable of speeds up to 140 km / h. There is an air conditioner
CD player, reclining seats.

3. Suzuki Maruti 800 - $4,994

The five-door hatchback Suzuki Maruti 800 is produced in India, where it can be purchased at such a low price. Until recently, it was considered the cheapest Indian car. Its main characteristics are the ability to pick up speed up to 125 km / h, cabin capacity -. True, passengers should be of small stature.

2. Chery QQ - $4,781

The cost of this car is one of the lowest in the world. However, it is known that this model is a frank pirated copy of Chevrolet/Daewoo Matiz. You can only buy it in China. Recently, an improved version of this model called QQ3 appeared on the car market, which is capable of reaching speeds of no more than 83 km / h and is intended mainly for traveling on asphalt roads.

1. Tata Nano - $2,500

And again - about the cheapest car in the world - the new Tata Nano. This model at its lowest price bypassed all competitors. It is expected that such a sensational car will become a real hit in India. Tata Nano is unlikely to be exported, since in most countries such a car will not be certified according to safety standards. And this despite the fact that this budget car was conceived as a family car. Its length is a little over 3 meters, width - 1.5 m. The gasoline engine is a two-cylinder, with a volume of 624 cubic cm, with a capacity of 33 horsepower. The maximum speed is 100 km/h. These positions attract buyers. Now in India, a queue for the acquisition of Tata Nano has been scheduled for a year in advance. Motorists are not embarrassed that the car does not have airbags, air conditioning, radio.

The cheapest cars in Russia

The VAZ "five", which has a cost of 5,600 dollars (a little more than 235,000 rubles), could well claim fifth place in the world ranking.

The Russian Oka, now with a Chinese engine, power accessories and air conditioning, has a price of $7,600, which corresponds to 320,000 Russian rubles. This is the sixth position in the ranking. But once it was the most affordable, truly popular car. Could be the first in the world's top cheap cars.

Bajaj RE60 - cheaper than all cheap ones

And yet there is a car that bypassed all the models included in the rating at a low price level. This is the Bajaj RE60, assembled in India on the basis of a three-wheeled moped - auto rickshaw. And only the presence of four wheels and four seats allowed the designers to call this miracle of the automotive industry a car. The power of the baby is 20 horsepower, the engine size is 200 cc. This is enough for the car to accelerate without passengers and any cargo.
up to a speed of 70 km / h. But Bajaj RE60 gasoline consumes only 3 liters per hundred kilometers.
And most importantly - it costs no more than 70 thousand rubles.

For most of the inhabitants of Russia, the price of a new car still plays a dominant role in choosing one or another model. Many consciously do not want to borrow and take out a loan when buying a car. In such cases, the importance of cheap cars should not be underestimated, especially since affordable models on the market may have the advantages and characteristics that are found in more expensive models.

Our review presents the cheapest car models that you can buy in car dealerships in Russia. The rating is based on the current price offers of the market and the opinions of buyers. For the convenience of the reader, the cars were arranged in the appropriate categories.

The cheapest small cars

A small car is a great option for novice drivers and women. Although men feel great behind the wheel of a compact car, maneuvering through the narrow city streets.

3 Ravon R2

The most affordable car with automatic transmission
Country: Uzbekistan
Average price: 489,000 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.5

Not so long ago, the Ravon R2 car appeared on the Russian market, but has already managed to gain fame the most budget car with automatic transmission. The Uzbek small car is licensed copy Chevrolet Spark. The appearance of the car is made in a modern style. Perhaps most of the credit goes to this original version. At the same time, a budget car does not look cheap, it will feel quite confident in a stormy street stream.

Technical characteristics can surprise even experienced motorists. The manufacturer does not offer a special choice. In the configuration there is one engine (1.2 l) with a capacity of 85 liters. with. The combination with automatic transmission allows you to disperse the baby to 161 km / h. The future car owner will be pleased with the consumption of gasoline. Outside the city, the car consumes only 5.2 liters, and when driving around the city, the appetite of the motor increases to 8.2 liters. The interior of the car is quite spacious, most parts are suitable for Chevrolet Spark.

2 Ravon Matiz

Best price
The country:
Average price: 410,000 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.6

The Uzbek enterprise UZ Daewoo has been producing the cheapest car Daewoo (Ravon) Matiz for 14 years. The car is compact, while the buyer gets a five-door hatchback with good looks. The small car is on sale with two engines (0.8 and 1.0 liters) with a capacity of 51 and 64 liters. with. Mechanical transmission is simple and reliable. The small car consumes little fuel, which is why the popularity of the model remains to this day. The basic equipment is quite modest, but this is the other side of the budget car coin.

The cheapest car has both fans and detractors. The former highlight such advantages as efficiency, predictable behavior on the road, and reliability. Skeptics note such disadvantages as poor sound insulation, fogging of windows in rainy weather, interruptions in the operation of the heated rear window.

1 KIA Picanto

The safest small car
Country: South Korea
Average price: 665,000 rubles.
Rating (2019): 5.0

Despite its small size, and, in general, a pleasant price, the South Korean small car has a whole range of advantages that distinguish it from its closest competitors. In terms of its safety parameters, it managed to leave behind even the more expensive model of the FIAT 500 car. In addition to traditional airbags (the equipment already includes side AirBag in the base), there is an AEB collision avoidance system and tire pressure monitoring.

In Russia, for such a price, you can find not so many cars, especially among unpretentious small cars. In addition, in terms of comfort and safety, the KIA Picanto car is quite highly valued in the market, which undoubtedly affects its popularity. For the same reason, this model fully deserves the first place awarded to it in our rating in the subcompact category.

The cheapest sedans

Sedan cars are elegant appearance and comfortable interior. Inexpensive, you can buy new models of decent quality.

4 Renault Logans

Cheap to maintain. Most practical
The country:
Average price: 534,000 rubles
Rating (2019): 4.4

Behind long years operation on the roads of Russia, the Renault Logan car has shown itself to be an unpretentious and reliable transport unit, which has become a real helper and friend for many Russians. The nodes in the car are distinguished by endurance, and if they are replaced, the owner is not at all afraid of the cost of spare parts. Despite the fact that their price does not belong to the cheap segment, due to the increased resource of components, the total operating cost is one of the most affordable.

Renault Logan is also valued for its unusually spacious interior - its use is not limited to the transportation of passengers. It is enough to assemble the rear seat to significantly increase the cargo compartment - there is no partition between the luggage compartment and the backs of the rear sofa. This allows you to place oversized items with a length of up to 168 cm. At the same time, the luggage compartment lid opens in such a way as to make it as easy as possible for the owner to access the internal space.

3 Ravon Nexia R3

Satisfactory level of comfort
The country: South Korea (produced in Uzbekistan)
Average price: 499,000 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.5

This car deserves to take one of the top places in our rating. In its price, it is not far from the domestic Lada Grants, and is quite a comfortable means of transportation, despite its cheap cost. This is not to say that the car is not assembled with high quality, but sometimes you can sometimes find glaring flaws in the form of not fully latched plastic interior trim. It is the fact that this is rare that allows the build quality to have absolutely no effect on the choice of the buyer.

In terms of comfort, the Ravon Nexia R3 may well give odds to its closest competitors - Grant and Logan. At the same time, the operation of a too stiff suspension and insufficient sound insulation cause criticism, however, for this price segment, it is not entirely correct to call such things a disadvantage. In addition, the presence of ESP and ABS systems in the basic configuration, the driver's AirBag, good ground clearance and acceptable fuel consumption turn the cheap Ravon Nexia R3 into a serious competitor to more expensive models.

2 Lada Granta

Optimal combination of price and quality
Country Russia
Average price: 435,000 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.7

The domestic Lada Granta sedan is affordable, easy to maintain and reliable. The car boasts high ground clearance, a spacious luggage compartment. The car has no frills in the configuration, the design is simple and durable. Although the interior does not look very spacious, but 5 adults can comfortably accommodate in Lada Granta. The domestic car has good technical and dynamic parameters. In the basic version, the car is equipped with a gasoline engine (1.6 liters) with a capacity of 87 liters. with. and a manual 5-speed gearbox. The model is capable of reaching a maximum speed of 167 km / h. In mixed mode, the car consumes about 7 liters of gasoline.

Of the advantages, car owners note a roomy convertible trunk, ease of maintenance, affordable price. The disadvantages of the model are poor quality plastic, outdated hand brake, unstable position on the road.

1 Datsun on-DO

The best quality
The country: Japan (produced in Russia)
Average price: 474,000 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.8

Japanese quality is fully represented in the Datsun on-DO. After the revival of the brand in 2012, it was decided to produce cars with a certain set of qualities for each country. Russian motorists were offered inexpensive cars adapted to our climate, roads and gasoline. It was possible to achieve a low price with high consumer characteristics thanks to the location of production at the AvtoVAZ premises. Datsun on-DO is assembled on the same platform as the domestic Grant. But the Japanese model stands out with its appearance and interior design. The sedan is powered by an engine (1.6 liters) with a capacity of 87 liters. with. In combination with a mechanical 5-speed manual transmission, it is possible to accelerate the car to 165 km / h.

Car owners speak positively about the Datsun on-DO package, the quality of parts and the affordable price. Most of the shortcomings are due to the imperfection of the Russian assembly.

The cheapest crossovers

The fashion for crossovers came not so long ago, but managed to captivate many motorists in Russia. Cars in this category are now available to a very wide audience.

4 Renault Sandero Stepway

Buyer's best choice
The country: France (Produced in Russia)
Average price: 723,000 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.4

This crossover, despite its cheap cost, attracts new owners rather than scares and repels them with its availability. In addition, the basic version of the car has a rather interesting package. There are already provided frontal airbags for the driver and passenger, there are power windows and mirrors, as well as a very relevant element of comfort for Russia - heated seats.

Of course, this compact car is worth the money. Energy-intensive suspension, maneuverability (the turning radius is only 4.85 meters) and excellent dynamics are found in more expensive cars, but for the budget category, such an offer cannot be called anything other than luxurious. In cars, even the bumpers and wheel arch linings are made of scratch-resistant plastic. As for the interior, it is quite capable of providing a decent level of comfort on long trips. If this is not enough, then in the Confort configuration, the owner will be pleased with the climate and multimedia systems.

3 Lifan X60

The best-selling crossover in Russia
Country: China
Average price: 769,000 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.6

The updated crossover Lifan X60 is today the best-selling model in its class. The car stands out for its cheap price, dynamic strict exterior, recognizable radiator grille with the company logo. The Lifan inscription makes the car visually wider, a distinctive feature is the head optics, equipped with built-in direction indicators and daytime running lights. The crossover is powered by a gasoline engine (1.8 liters) with a capacity of 128 liters. with. Together with a mechanical transmission, the power plant accelerates the car to 170 km / h. When driving around the city, the engine consumes up to 8.5 liters of gasoline.

Domestic owners of the Lifan X60 speak positively about the spacious interior, engine operation, and appearance. Dissatisfaction is expressed with regard to the quality of the paintwork, the fragility of the air conditioner, and the consumption of a large amount of oil by the engine.

2 Chery Tiggo 2

The most economical crossover
Country: China
Average price: 800,000 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.7

The most economical and affordable crossover in Russia today is the Chinese model Chery Tiggo 2. The car is adapted to Russian operating conditions. In the basic configuration, the ground clearance is increased, the suspension is strengthened, the car can run on AI-92 gasoline. The economical engine (1.5 liters) consumes only 6.5 liters of fuel when driving outside the city. follow the work different systems and nodes allows the on-board computer. When decorating the interior, the manufacturer used inexpensive, but practical and pleasant to the touch materials. ABS, 2 airbags, rear door locks are responsible for the safety of the driver and passengers.

Car owners agree that the car is worth the money. Particularly noteworthy is the light steering wheel, pleasant suspension and a spacious luggage compartment. The disadvantages include poor sound insulation, poor interior heating.

1 Lada XRAY crossover

Best price
Country Russia
Average price: 610,000 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.8

The cheapest crossover in our review was the domestic representative of Lada XRAY. Some similarities in the model can be traced with the state employees of the Mitsubishi company. hallmark in appearance steel "dents" on the doors. AvtoVAZ designers immediately responded to the identified shortcomings, most of the problems were eliminated. A 16-valve engine (1.6 l) with a capacity of 106 hp is installed on a car with a basic configuration. with. 2 pillows help to increase safety on the way, the doors are automatically locked after starting off, and an alarm is activated in case of emergency braking. The base has electric front doors, an audio system with 4 speakers.

Motorists speak positively about the maneuverability of the car, road stability, rich equipment and low prices. The disadvantages include poor cross-country ability and modest capacity.

The cheapest SUVs

Until recently, one of the indicators of prosperity was an SUV. Cars with increased passable qualities, until recently, were very expensive. But Russian and Chinese manufacturers were able to produce affordable models.

4 SUZUKI JIMNY

The most economical. High build quality
Country: Japan
Average price: 1,175,000 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.4

If you need an SUV, the reliability of components and the build quality of which does not cause even the slightest criticism, and the budget is limited, you should pay attention to SUZUKI JIMNY. This is the most economical SUV - fuel consumption is just under 8 liters per hundred. The 1.3-liter engine seems weak for off-road, but due to the light weight of the machine, it does the job quite well (especially since the engine has two camshafts and its traction characteristics look pretty decent). The frame structure of the car body and a short wheelbase provide excellent cross-country ability in difficult rocky areas.

Wheel drive adjustment and high ground clearance are obvious advantages of this model. SUZUKI JIMNY has a rather simple interior and is deprived of many options of more solid jeeps, but in terms of its cross-country ability it is not inferior to them at all. Very soon (in the next 6 months) sales of the 4th generation of this model will begin in Russia, in which, in addition to fresh design solutions, a more powerful engine will finally appear. However, the cost of such a car will cease to be one of the cheapest and most affordable.

3Chevrolet NIVA

The best-selling SUV in Russia
Country Russia
Average price: 764,000 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.6

A worthy follower of the once popular "Niva" was a cheap updated model Chevrolet NIVA. Cooperation with a well-known American concern had a positive effect on the technical parameters of the car. The car has a spacious interior, 2 airbags, ABS. In combination with excellent cross-country ability and a reasonable price, the new Niva has become the best-selling SUV in Russia. The model is equipped with the usual gasoline engine (1.7 liters) with a capacity of 80 liters. with. and mechanical 5KPP. The car has a permanent four-wheel drive, which is controlled by a 2-speed transfer case. On a suburban highway, a car can accelerate to 140 km / h, fuel consumption in the combined cycle reaches 10.2 liters.

Positive feedback about the Chevrolet NIVA comes mainly from unpretentious hunters and fishermen who value passable properties in a car. A lot of complaints are still made about the build quality.

2 UAZ Patriot

The best cross
Country Russia
Average price: 815900 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.7

The most difficult sections of the road do not become an obstacle for the inexpensive domestic SUV UAZ Patriot. The constructors and designers of the plant did a good job on the car, now it is not a shame to appear on city streets on it. The most affordable modification of the "Classic" is equipped with a gasoline engine (2.7 liters) with a capacity of 135 liters. with. and mechanical transmission. A 2-stage transfer case is used to control the all-wheel drive. Of the modern options, there is one airbag, ABS, power windows and mirrors with electric drive. On a good track, the car can be accelerated to 150 km / h. In suburban mode, the SUV consumes 11.5 liters of AI-92 gasoline per 100 kilometers.

Owners of the Patriots note the availability, high cross-country ability of the car, modern design, soft work pendants. The domestic rogue is not deprived of shortcomings. A new car must be immediately given for anti-corrosion treatment, there are complaints about the build quality.

1 Great Wall Hover H5

The best level of comfort
Country: China
Average price: 1,020,000 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.8

The combination of good off-road qualities, a high level of comfort and an affordable price has led to the popularity of the Great Wall Hover H5 in Russia. Now outdoor enthusiasts can cover long distances off-road, while maintaining cheerfulness and optimism. From its predecessor, the car got a powerful gasoline unit (2.4 liters, 126 hp) and a manual transmission. In more expensive versions, you can choose a diesel engine with mechanics or automatic. The Chinese manufacturer did a good job on the interior. The salon looks bourgeois, there are no cheap materials and the smell of plastic anymore.

It should be noted that the "rogue" from the Celestial Empire feels great on Russian off-road. Thanks to the frame body, the car adequately withstands any troubles on the road. The spacious luggage compartment (810 l) can fit all fishing or hunting equipment. On the track, the SUV is capable of speeds up to 175 km / h.