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For many years, crossovers have confidently led the way among cars popular with Russian drivers. This is not surprising, since in this segment for 2-2.5 million rubles it is quite possible to purchase a reliable car with all-wheel drive, automatic transmission, climate control and many other useful and important options. At the same time, the costs for its repair and maintenance will be small. We present to your attention the rating of new crossovers produced in 2021 up to 2,500,000 rubles, which are presented in domestic car dealerships.
Skoda Kodiaq
The mid-size crossover of the famous Czech brand can rightfully be called one of the leaders in the list. For several years, the car has enjoyed stable popularity in our country, mainly among family drivers. For about 2.5 million, you can take a car with an automatic transmission and four-wheel drive. But also some motorists may be pleased with the version with manual transmission. The crossover is equipped with 1.4 or 2 liter gasoline engines, as well as a two-liter diesel engine. Auto power 150 or 180 horsepower. The crossover is famous for its excellent equipment and a high degree of safety. It is equipped with 9 airbags and a variety of electronic systems, climate control and other useful options.
Russians appreciate this car for its excellent handling and safety, as well as high-quality sound insulation. But some owners are not satisfied with the long warm-up and the quality of the review.
Kia sorento prime
The crossover of the Korean brand can be taken for this money in many different trim levels, including the top ones. The car is considered large enough and has a high ground clearance of 185 mm. It is equipped with a 2.4-liter gasoline engine with a capacity of 188 liters. from. or a diesel engine with a volume of 2.2 liters and a capacity of 200 "horses". The car is available with automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. The car is very economical, safe and has excellent cross-country ability. It is equipped with multiple electronic assistants and security systems. But, unfortunately, many drivers consider the degree of its sound insulation insufficient. And music lovers argue that the audio system does not have high-quality sound. True, these problems are easily solvable and should not be a reason to refuse to buy this crossover.
Honda cr-v
The mid-size car has a very high ground clearance of 208 mm. A new crossover can be bought for less than 2.5 million rubles, in very good trim levels. Of course, for that kind of money, the top versions will not be available. But, despite this, you can buy a completely comfortable and safe car with many advanced systems. The car is sold with powerful gasoline engines of 2 or 2.4 liters and a capacity of 150 or 186 "mares". The crossover is equipped with a variator, which, according to the manufacturer, is quite reliable. But many owners still consider this unit to be short-lived.
The car is recognized as economical and reliable. It is quite inexpensive to maintain, has a modern comfortable interior with advanced multimedia. The Korean is famous for its spacious trunk, which makes it attractive for family car owners and outdoor enthusiasts. The car is distinguished by excellent cross-country ability and visibility. And music lovers will be pleased with its high-quality noise isolation and excellent sound quality of the standard multimedia. And the disadvantages of the car include rather wide windshield pillars, which can somewhat limit the view. But it is quite possible to get used to this minus.
Mazda CX-5
Stylish and safe crossover attracts the attention of Russian motorists with legendary Japanese quality and reliability. The car has a comfortable medium size and a high ground clearance of 192 mm. For 2,500,000 rubles, it can be purchased new in pretty good trim levels. The car is equipped with gasoline engines with a volume of 2 or 2.5 liters and a capacity of 150 or 192 horsepower, respectively. It comes with a reliable 6-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive.
The car is equipped with the most advanced security systems, cruise control, climate control, modern multimedia. It has a well-finished interior, multifunction steering wheel and much more for maximum comfort. The car is famous for its maneuverability and excellent handling. It is very roomy. And the owners consider the disadvantages of the Japanese to be insufficient dynamics with good power qualities and a stiff suspension. But these disadvantages are not so significant as not to pay attention to this car when choosing a crossover.
Subaru forester
This famous Japanese crossover can now also be bought for 2.5 million rubles new in some trim levels. The car has medium dimensions and a huge ground clearance of 220 mm. Therefore, it is famous for its excellent cross-country ability, which even many modern SUVs cannot boast of. The car is produced with a gasoline power plant with a volume of 2 liters and a capacity of 150 horsepower. It is equipped with a variator and four-wheel drive. CVT transmission confuses many motorists, as it is considered short-lived and unreliable. But, according to the manufacturer, this part of the Japanese breaks down quite rarely with proper maintenance and operation. The car is famous for its very rich equipment, which includes several airbags, cruise control, climate control, automatic braking system, uphill assistance system and much more.
The Japanese crossover is quite economical and very reliable. It is renowned for its excellent sound insulation and comfort. The car has a durable and comfortable suspension, a fairly spacious interior and trunk. It is easy to operate and has good driving characteristics. But sometimes the owners note the poor quality of the bonnet seal and seat upholstery. True, these problems can be easily and inexpensively solved even with your own hands, if desired.
Peugeot 5008
A stylish Frenchman in some trim levels in 2021 may cost less than 2.5 million rubles. For that kind of money, it is quite possible to buy even a car with a panoramic roof and a beautifully finished interior. The car can have a 1.6-liter petrol engine with a capacity of 150 liters. or a diesel engine with a volume of 2 liters with a capacity of 150 "horses". It comes with an automatic transmission and many comfort and safety options. The car has innovative cruise control, collision avoidance system, parking assist and many other useful features. It has an incredibly comfortable and roomy interior.
The crossover attracts the attention of Russian motorists not only with its stylish appearance, but also with its economy, excellent driving performance and a high degree of safety. But there is no need to talk about special reliability. Many owners complain of frequent serious transmission breakdowns, suspension and electrical problems. It is believed that the car is not very suitable for harsh winters and bad domestic roads. And its multimedia system is unlikely to appeal to true music lovers. However, this problem can be solved very easily.
Mitsubishi outlander
It is not surprising that this model, which has long been loved by domestic drivers, belongs to the best crossovers. A solid Japanese is produced with engines running on gasoline and having a volume of 2 or 2.4 liters. Their power is 146 and 167 horsepower, respectively. For this money, you can afford an all-wheel drive version with a variator.True, the latter did not deserve special recognition from the Russians. Continuously variable transmission is considered to be unreliable in our country. But the automaker itself claims that buyers have little to worry about. It is only important to follow the rules for operating the CVT.
The crossover has a spacious interior and trunk. There are also seven-seat versions. It is very passable, reliable and quite economical. The car is equipped with many advanced options: a system of starting the engine with a button, keyless entry, all-round cameras, modern multimedia with many functions, climate control and much more. And its main disadvantage, the owners consider the low quality of the paintwork. But, despite the constantly appearing chips and scratches, the body is not very susceptible to corrosion. True, the paintwork will have to actively monitor and promptly eliminate minor defects.
Audi Q3
Surprisingly, this premium crossover can be bought for 2,500,000 rubles or even a little cheaper. True, it will be front-wheel drive and not in the richest configuration. But on the other hand, the car will be equipped with a robot and a rather powerful 150 hp engine. At the same time, her interior is trimmed with expensive leather, plastic and wood. The car is equipped with many modern options for maximum comfort and safety. Of course, the number of such functions will not be as large as in more expensive versions. But they are quite enough.
The car attracts attention with its incredible safety and comfort. At the same time, even with front-wheel drive, it boasts good cross-country ability. The car is quite economical and attracts attention thanks to its stylish and luxurious design without any frills. But you can go broke on its maintenance. Therefore, you should carefully think before buying this German, whether you have enough funds to maintain it.
Citroen C5 Aircross
A stylish mid-size crossover of a famous French brand can also be purchased new in some trim levels, keeping within 2.5 million rubles. The car will have a 1.6-liter petrol engine with a capacity of 150 horsepower or a 2-liter diesel engine with a capacity of 150 "horses". The machine can be equipped with both an automatic machine and a variator. Versions with a continuously variable transmission do not really attract the attention of Russians, since this unit is considered short-lived. But the car attracts attention with its stylish design, luxurious interior design and incredible comfort. It is famous for its advanced technical solutions, economy and high degree of safety.
The crossover is known for its cross-country ability and handling. Despite the fact that its suspension is quite comfortable, it is difficult to call it reliable. The car does not tolerate significant loads and frequent trips on very bad roads. In addition, many owners are not satisfied with the quality of sound insulation and interior plastic. Therefore, you can buy this Frenchman only with a strong love for the brand or its design.
Hyundai santa fe
The stylish crossover with a panoramic roof and a spacious interior with a third row of seats from the famous South Korean brand has long been loved by Russian drivers. This car has many advantages. It is available with both gasoline and diesel engines with excellent dynamic performance. The gasoline engine has a volume of 2.4 liters and a power of 188 horsepower, and the diesel engine has a volume of 2.2 liters and a power of 200 liters. Power units are quite reliable and unpretentious, but they cannot boast of efficiency. The car is equipped with an automatic transmission and has an all-wheel drive configuration. Unfortunately, the machine is often unreliable, unlike most other Korean units. But with careful driving and timely maintenance, it can last a long time.
The crossover is incredibly safe. It is equipped with the most advanced electronic assistants such as cruise control, lane keeping system, blind spot monitoring and much more. The car from the factory has an excellent multimedia system with excellent sound.
Nissan x-trail
A crossover of a famous Japanese brand in many trim levels can also be bought new up to 2,500,000 rubles. It is sold with gasoline engines of 2 or 2.5 liters and a capacity of 144 or 171 liters. There is also a diesel power unit with a volume of 1.6 liters and a capacity of 130 "horses". The car can be purchased with a manual transmission or a variator. The latter often causes many complaints from the owners. But, according to experts, with proper operation, it can serve without any problems. For this money, you can buy a car with both front and all-wheel drive. But even in the front-wheel drive version, it will delight you with a very good cross-country ability, since the ground clearance is about 215 mm.
Even in inexpensive trim levels, the Japanese has excellent equipment. It has a variety of safety systems and comfort options. And in luxury versions, the car is practically in no way inferior to premium cars. Such a car has a leather interior, a powerful audio system with a subwoofer, keyless entry and the ability to start the engine from a button, a 360-degree camera and much more. The car is considered to be quite reliable and unpretentious. The model has long been tested by Russian motorists.
Toyota RAV4
The legendary crossover of the famous Japanese brand can also be bought new, within this amount. It is sold with gasoline engines of 2 or 2.5 liters and a capacity of 146 or 180 "horses". There is also a diesel power plant with a volume of 2.2 liters, giving out a power of 150 liters. A choice of automatic, mechanic and variator is offered. For those who dream of a trouble-free and long-term car operation without serious investments, experts advise choosing versions with manual transmission or automatic transmission. The variator requires significant maintenance costs and very careful operation.
The car is known for its excellent cross-country ability, even in front-wheel drive versions. It has a ground clearance of 210 mm. And therefore, with all-wheel drive, the car is almost in no way inferior to real SUVs.
The car attracts attention with its stylish youthful appearance and a very comfortable and spacious interior. Even in the smallest trim levels, it has many safety systems and comfort options. The car is equipped with LED optics, high-quality multimedia and a considerable number of electronic assistants. And in more expensive versions, it boasts an almost premium leather interior and the functionality of a luxury car.
Also, many models of Chinese production could be included in the top, for example, the Haval brand. But today they have been sold in Russia for a very short time, and therefore have not yet had time to fully show their advantages and disadvantages.
Now you know which crossovers you can buy in Russia in 2021 with new ones up to 2,500,000 rubles. Are there any owners of such cars among you? Are you satisfied with your car? Are these cars worth the money? If you have questions or want to share an interesting opinion on the topic, write in the comments.
