Rating of the best crossovers up to 1.2 million rubles in 2021

Crossovers are in great demand today by Russian motorists. It is not surprising, since such cars often have good cross-country ability and have a body type that is now fashionable. In addition, many very good models of such cars are quite affordable for Russians. We present to your attention a rating of the best new crossovers up to 1.2 million rubles that can be bought in Russia in 2021.

LADA Xray Cross

The list of new crossovers up to 1,200,000 rubles in 2021 is impossible without this popular Russian car. It is, in fact, a version of the LADA Xray hatchback with a ground clearance increased to 215 mm. The model, produced since 2018, has established itself as inexpensive, reliable, unpretentious and modern. The car has a unique appearance and is endowed with many useful options.

The crossover is available with several petrol engine options to choose from. The first engine has a volume of 1.6 liters and can produce 106 horsepower. The second, with a volume of 1.6 liters, has a capacity of 113 liters. from. The most powerful power unit has a volume of 1.8 liters and a capacity of 122 "horses". The car is equipped with a mechanical five-speed transmission or a continuously variable variator. The machine is available with front-wheel drive only.

The car is endowed with a sufficient number of security systems. It is sold with climate control or air conditioning, a modern multimedia system and many other useful options. At the same time, you can buy it for less than 1 million rubles.

The crossover is considered reliable and unpretentious. But there are also defective specimens. In addition, a 1.8 liter engine may have increased oil consumption and other problems. The car is famous for its low fuel consumption, sufficient cross-country ability, good speed and driving characteristics, and a spacious interior. But at the same time, its trunk is catastrophically small. And the lack of all-wheel drive makes it impossible to operate it on significant off-road. Spare parts and consumables for this machine are inexpensive and are available in many physical and online stores. And you can service the car yourself with minimal skills and knowledge.

LADA Vesta SW Cross

This crossover of a popular Russian brand can also be bought for less than 1,200,000 rubles. Its top-of-the-range cost is just over one million. In addition to the original and stylish appearance, the car boasts a very spacious interior for its class and a spacious trunk. The machine is equipped with a sufficient number of modern safety options. It is sold with air conditioning or climate control, a multimedia system with many useful options and many other equipment that motorists need.

The car is available with 1.6 or 1.8 liter gasoline engines. Moreover, its capacity can reach 106, 113 or 122 "horses". The crossover is equipped with a manual transmission or a continuously variable variator. All-wheel drive versions are not and are not expected. The presence of only front-wheel drive is considered the main drawback of the model. Therefore, even a ground clearance of 203 mm does not allow the car to overcome significant off-road conditions. But for trips to the country and to nature, this is often quite enough. Some motorists note the oil leak and its increased consumption in the 1.8 liter engine, as well as other disadvantages of this power unit. The variator, according to many motorists, is considered unreliable. In addition, it is noted that this unit impairs vehicle dynamics.

Chery tiggo 4

In just a few years of existence, this Chinese car has become popular not only in the homeland, but also in Russia, as well as in some other countries. Now, in many trim levels, you can buy it in our country within 1 million rubles. At the same time, even in the initial versions, the car is very richly equipped. Options include airbags, air conditioning, power windows, multiple security systems and much more. The crossover can only be purchased with a gasoline engine. Its capacity is 113 or 147 liters. The car is produced only with front-wheel drive, which can be considered a disadvantage. At the same time, the ground clearance is 190 mm, which allows the car to successfully cope with significant irregularities even in the absence of all-wheel drive.

Experts consider the car to be reliable and economical. But many Russian motorists still treat him with some distrust, remembering the poor quality of the first Chinese cars that began to be sold in our country. In addition, poor sound insulation is considered a disadvantage of the car. But it is not difficult to eliminate this disadvantage if desired. In some regions of the country, there are difficulties with the purchase of spare parts. Moreover, their cost is low. And many of the work on the repair and maintenance of this car can be done on your own.

Renault Duster

For many years since its appearance on the market, this crossover of a famous French brand has attracted the attention of Russians. It is a good value for money option. Despite the fact that the cars of the 2021 model year after the restyling have become more attractive in appearance and have undergone some changes in the technical part, they can still be bought for less than 1 million rubles.

The car is known for its reliability and unpretentiousness. It is available with both gasoline and diesel engines. The power of the power unit can reach 143 "horses". There are options with manual transmission and automatic transmission. At the same time, for that kind of money, you can buy a car not only with front-wheel drive, but also with all-wheel drive. The all-wheel drive version has good maneuverability. The crossover has a ground clearance of as much as 210 mm. Its trunk is quite roomy and is suitable for transporting even bulky goods. The main disadvantages of the car are the poverty of the minimum trim levels, the harsh suspension and not very high-quality sound insulation. But who needs a passable unpretentious inexpensive car, they may well pay attention to the Duster.

Hyundai creta

A Korean compact crossover in some inexpensive trim levels can be bought now for 1,200,000 rubles or even a little cheaper. The car has a stylish appearance and a comfortable interior. Even in inexpensive versions, it has a considerable number of security systems and comfort options. The car is equipped with good multimedia, climate control and many other useful functions. There are configurations with a powerful engine of 150 horsepower and an automatic transmission. The machine is available with front-wheel or all-wheel drive. It has excellent cross-country ability, especially in all-wheel drive versions.

The car has a sufficient ground clearance of 190 mm, which allows it to overcome slight off-road conditions. It is renowned for its reliability, low fuel consumption and low-cost maintenance. The disadvantages of the car are often considered poor-quality sound insulation and not very comfortable front seats. But these disadvantages are not so significant. In addition, they can be corrected a little at minimal cost.

Nissan terrano

Surprisingly, now for 1,200,000 rubles you can even choose a fairly popular crossover from a well-known Japanese brand. True, the car will be in the minimum configuration with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive. And its equipment will not be as rich as we would like. But the minimum comfort and safety options are provided.Even without all-wheel drive, the car is considered quite passable, since it has a clearance of 205 mm. It is also renowned for its very low fuel consumption and outstanding dynamics.

The owners praise the handling and soundproofing of this Japanese. In addition, it runs perfectly even in very severe frost. And the disadvantages of the crossover are often called a cramped interior and a small trunk. In addition, the seating is considered uncomfortable by many owners. Therefore, the car is practically not suitable for long-distance travel and transportation of bulky goods.

Chery tiggo 5

The Chinese crossover is characterized by compact dimensions and original stylish design. It is produced with a rather powerful two-liter engine with 136 "horses". You can buy it for 1.2 million rubles in a not very bad configuration with a manual transmission or with a variator. At the same time, only front-wheel drive is available to buyers. But with a ground clearance of 190 mm, the car still boasts good cross-country ability and copes well with minor off-road conditions. It attracts attention with its bright LED optics and spacious interior. And the stylish appearance is liked by both male drivers and many auto ladies.

The machine is considered economical, sufficiently reliable, comfortable and safe. But it is impossible to call it dynamic. Also, many experts advise against buying this model with a CVT, since there is no certainty about the durability and problem-freeness of this unit.

Ford Ecosport

For 1,200,000 rubles, you can buy a crossover from Ford in almost any configuration. It is available with 1.5 or 2 liter petrol engines. Their power is equal to 123 or 148 horsepower. The car is sold with a manual or automatic transmission. It has good cross-country ability with a ground clearance of 200 mm. Xenon headlights and LED daytime running lights ensure excellent road visibility in all weather conditions. The car also boasts a variety of security systems, electronic assistants and comfort options.

The car is recognized as reliable, economical and inexpensive to maintain. It is small in size, which is very convenient for urban environments. But at the same time, the crossover cannot be called dynamic. Many owners complain about extremely slow acceleration.

Geely atlas

For 1.2 million rubles, you can buy a crossover with almost premium equipment. Of course, it will not be in the most expensive configuration, but in these versions there are quite enough useful options. The car is rich in modern safety and comfort systems, as well as electronic assistants. It features keyless engine start and keyless entry to the passenger compartment. At the same time, for that kind of money, you can buy a car only with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive. But even in this version, it can be called quite passable, since it has a ground clearance of 190 mm. Of course, the Chinese crossover is far from real SUVs. But with a small off-road, he copes easily.

The car is recognized as quite high quality and durable. It is agile, comfortable and dynamic. Fuel consumption is low. In addition, spare parts for this car are inexpensive. And some owners attribute to its disadvantages the absence of a button on the trunk for opening and insufficiently high ground clearance. True, these disadvantages are very insignificant and should not be considered significant when choosing a car.

Renault Captur

For 1.2 million you can buy this stylish crossover of a famous French brand with a stylish youthful design in a two-tone body paint in many trim levels, including very prestigious ones. The car is sold with gasoline engines with a capacity of 114 or 150 "horses", with a mechanic or a variator. There are also front- and all-wheel drive versions and a huge selection of additional options. The car has an impressive ground clearance of 204 mm, which indicates its excellent cross-country ability, especially in all-wheel drive trim levels. But at the same time, it is impossible to call a Frenchman a real SUV. Its suspension is weak for active off-road driving.

The car is considered comfortable, safe and reliable enough. But some owners note poor build quality and electrical problems even at low mileage. In addition, salon plastic is frankly cheap and short-lived. The variator, which is not famous for its very long service life, can also cause complaints from drivers.

Lifan X60

A Chinese crossover with a modest design can be taken for that kind of money in a complete set. The car is equipped with almost premium equipment. It is considered quite reliable, economical and comfortable. It has a spacious interior and a roomy trunk. The car has a capacity of 128 "horses" and good dynamics. It is available with both a variator and a manual transmission. The variator is considered by many motorists and experts to be unreliable. In addition, the crossover is not recommended for use even on minor off-road conditions, since its ground clearance is only 179 mm, and the car is sold only with front-wheel drive. Therefore, you will have to forget about the patency.

Also, many owners complain about poor sound insulation and poor paintwork. If chips and scratches appear, they should be eliminated as soon as possible, otherwise there is a risk of corrosion foci. And those who prefer silence and comfort on the road should take care of additional noise protection.

Zotye coupa

A crossover of a little-known Chinese brand in Russia can be purchased for 1,200,000 rubles in a complete set. For this money, buyers will receive a complete set of advanced security options and many modern electronic assistants. The car is equipped with climate control, leather interior, keyless entry function and many other useful and pleasant options. It is distinguished by its luxurious and expensive appearance. The design of the car is most interesting for young people, but it will not go unnoticed by all connoisseurs of luxury cars. The crossover is produced with a 1.5-liter petrol engine with a capacity of 143 liters. It is endowed with good dynamics and is economical. The car can be bought with manual transmission or automatic transmission. At the same time, it is available only with front-wheel drive, which, together with a ground clearance of 178 mm, indicates not very good cross-country ability.

The car is only suitable for city and highway travel. Even minor off-road conditions can be dangerous for him. In addition, some owners complain about tight gear changes and poor rearview mirror placement. Also, there is no exact data yet on the reliability and durability of this Chinese. In view of the relative rarity of the brand in our country, there may be problems with spare parts.

JAC S5

A crossover of this Chinese brand can also be bought in Russia for 1.2 million rubles. At the same time, the car will be in excellent configuration with a powerful gasoline power unit with a volume of 2 liters and a capacity of 136 or 177 horsepower. Interestingly, the car is produced only with a manual transmission, which may seem like a disadvantage to some motorists. But at the same time, it is distinguished by good cross-country ability and a ground clearance of 210 mm. The car received an almost premium level of equipment. It is equipped with advanced security systems and many other useful and enjoyable options. The car has a stylish appearance with sporty notes, which is especially popular with young car enthusiasts.

The car is considered to be very comfortable, quiet and reliable. It is renowned for its confident handling and predictability in all driving situations. But at the same time, in some Russian regions there may be problems with spare parts. Also, the owners often consider a rather high fuel consumption a disadvantage of the Chinese. And music lovers are not satisfied with the functionality and sound of the standard multimedia system. True, we can completely correct this drawback by purchasing another device.

FAW Besturn X80

This Chinese cannot be called very popular in our country. But it is worth looking at for those who want to buy a premium crossover in a top-end configuration for little money. In addition to its luxurious and aggressive appearance, it is endowed with a rather powerful engine with a volume of 2 liters and a capacity of 142 horsepower. The car is sold with a manual or automatic transmission to choose from. It can be equipped with xenon headlights, leather interior, many advanced security systems and electronic assistants. The car is very comfortable and dynamic. It has a ground clearance of 190 mm and can easily overcome a fairly significant off-road. True, experts do not advise to get involved in driving on bad roads, since the suspension of this crossover is rather weak. Rear shock absorbers especially often fail. In addition, its luggage compartment cannot be called roomy. Therefore, the car is not very suitable for long-distance travel.

Now you know what new crossovers can be bought in Russia in 2021 for 1,200,000 rubles or less. Are there those among you who own any of these models? If so, are you satisfied with your car? Or maybe someone only dreams of an inexpensive but reliable new crossover - which would you choose? If you have questions or want to share interesting material on the topic, write in the comments.