18 best-selling cars in Russia

During the first half of the year, total sales of passenger cars in Russia grew by 11% (compared to last year) and continue to grow. Our review will help to identify the best new cars that are in demand in Russia. It is the preferences of the owners and a number of successfully developing circumstances that determine the best-selling brands.

For a more comfortable perception, our rating was divided into several price categories. The estimates obtained by the participating models are subjective, and are based on statistical information from open sources, trustworthy, as well as recommendations of automotive sales specialists.

Top Selling Cars in Russia

Luxury cars by the number of sales are far from the budget category, but constitute one of the most important components of the market. In this ranking, the leaders of sales are collected, the cost of which the basic model exceeds 3,000,000 rubles.

4 Porsche cayenne

Far from being the best-selling premium-class car, but it can boast of stable popularity with a wealthy buyer. In 2017, sales reached 1703 cars, ending a three-year stagnation in the market. The situation changed after the presentation of the updated Porsche Cayenne in August last year, and as of the end of November, 2385 elite cars had already been realized, which justifies the entry of the model into the TOP-5.

Restyling refreshed not only the exterior design and comfortable lounge. In the new model, the trunk volume increased to 770 liters, and the modern turbocharged engine added dynamics - acceleration to 100 km / h was possible in 6.2 seconds (this is in the basic configuration).

3 Land rover range rover

In the luxury car market in Russia, the Range Rover SUV is in steady demand. Long-term presence in the TOP-5 of the best-selling cars, despite the fact that for the third year, sales have decreased (on average, by 1000 copies) - not every car brand can withstand this.

In the current period in 11 months, 2569 owners purchased the elite SUV. In the near future, the model will definitely try to return the sales levels achieved in the past. While maintaining the attractiveness of a status car with a high level of comfort, safety and reliability, Range Rover can safely rely on success.

2 Audi Q7

Despite maintaining its position in the TOP-5 of the best-selling luxury cars, Audi Q7 ended the last year's calendar period with a failed decline (3,760 cars against 5,100 registered deals in 2016), and returned to the results for 15 years.At the end of November, sales amounted to 3,300 cars, and if there is no miracle in the pre-New Year trade, the Audi Q7 will demonstrate the stability of demand.

As a rule, the buyer appreciates a high level of security in this model (5 stars Evro NCAP) and the most high-tech electronic stuffing. Not the last role when choosing a presentable appearance and level of comfort of an elite car.

1 Lexus RX

This brand has long been popular in Russia, so to become the best-selling car with a cost of more than three million rubles of labor was not. After finishing the last calendar period at around 9,415 cars sold, the Lexus RX showed a decent increase - just over 1,500 cars. This year, the situation on the elite auto market looks more relaxed, but the brand is not going to surrender its positions, almost repeating the results achieved.

Unconditional quality, reliability and modernity of this car will always have a market demand. In addition, official sales are just the tip of the iceberg. The volume of transactions in the secondary market only confirms the position of the leader of the rating.

The best-selling cars in Russia: a budget of up to 3 million rubles

Cars in this category are notable for comfort and high reliability. In addition, for their owners, they are often a clear demonstration of the success achieved.

3 Volvo XC60

Considering the safest, this car is quite a popular model in Russia (in the price range up to 3 million rubles). With the advent of the XC90 (from the middle of the 15th year), which drew off some of its popularity, the Volvo XC60 demonstrates stability in the Russian market, being the best-selling car of this brand. For the whole of last year, 2653 cars were sold, and this will be no less.

The machine is very ergonomic and reliable, but the owners are interested not only in comfort and quality of materials. First of all, the new buyer is interested in the degree of safety of passengers and the driver. But deserves respect and technical support - modern auxiliary systems allow you to fully enjoy the control and speed of this car.

2 BMW 5-Series

Starting from the 15th year, this model slowly but surely returned to the TOP-5 best-selling cars, indicating an improvement in the economic situation in the country. And in the current reporting period, a real breakthrough in sales was demonstrated - by the end of November, more than 6 thousand cars found their new owners, which is 1055 cars more than the total data for 2017.

Prompt and powerful, this car has a high popularity (sales in the secondary market show a true interest in this model). BMW 5-Series demonstrates not only excellent maneuverability and speed characteristics. The elite level of comfort, modern technological solutions and, of course, the image of the model cause only positive feedback from the owners.

1 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class

Better "Mercedes" can only be a new Mercedes. This saying is quite fair and confirms the high popularity of the brand, despite the decent price. This year, sales grew substantially - by December, it had already sold 600 more cars than in the entire previous calendar period.

In Russia, the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is the most affordable (and sold) model in this category (among the cars included in the TOP), representing both a reliable vehicle with a high level of safety and an attribute of a successful and respectable owner.

The most sold cars in Russia; budget up to 2 million rubles

In terms of the number of cars sold, models in this category cannot yet compete with the budget segment, but in terms of their popularity with the domestic buyer, they are in no way inferior.This is confirmed by the steady increase in sales, which are in the wake of the growth of the welfare of the people of Russia.

5 Skoda Octavia

This brand has enjoyed a steady interest on the part of the buyer for seven years already. Sales this year completely repeat the successes of the past, no fluctuations, only small differences in the final number of cars sold in the domestic market. Well, the entry into the TOP-5 of this price niche is not a surprise and surprise for anyone.

"Octavia" is strict and concise, however, as always. Its unpretentiousness, a little “Spartan” interior and reliability attract new owners. All the flaws have been corrected long ago, weaknesses have been strengthened, in a word, this is a reliable working “horse” for which there will always be demand in Russia.

4 Kia sportage

Sporteydzh after a small segment of stable "stagnation", the second year shows sales growth - by December last year's result was exceeded by 2000 cars. He does not claim to be a leader, but he is not going to take his position in the TOP-5 of the best-selling cars.

Buyers from Russia are satisfied with the quality and good quality of this model. A fairly comfortable lounge, simple maintenance and rare breakdowns attract new owners. In addition, the price for a crossover is competitive enough to determine preferences in favor of this model.

3 Volkswagen Tiguan

Sales of this year can satisfy the ambitions of the German Volkswagen Tiguan and turn it from an ordinary participant of the TOP-5 best-selling cars of this price category into the leader of the trading race. All the prerequisites for this are available - on December 1, the Tiguan has already surpassed the Toyota Camry for almost 250 cars. Now everything depends on the final “throw” and new marketing moves, which, of course, will be in the first place into the hands of the buyer from Russia.

Quite recently, the Tiguan was frankly considered a budget crossover, but this year everything has changed. The car "close" closer to the more expensive premium brands. And this was done without significant changes in the pricing policy - only technical and design solutions. Suffice it to say that the maximum grade quite a bit out of the occupied price category. The exterior characteristics of the body after restyling surpassed all the wildest expectations, and the interior has become more spacious and noticeably more comfortable.

2 Toyota camry

Despite the fact that in this segment of the sold cars "Camry" was the last time in the leaders in the distant 2015, it has not left TOP-5 in its category for more than 20 years. And for the last two years, its popularity has been managed exclusively by one model, which today still holds the leading position in our rating. By the last month of the outgoing year, 26,200 cars had already been sold and there were no visible obstacles to finally regain the position of the group leader.

Finally, the manufacturer heard the buyer, and the 2018 restyled model got rid of the slightly old-fashioned interior. The new console is completely boring, and even a little elegant. There is still enough space for the legs of the rear passengers. The dimensions of the car have also changed - it has become lower and slightly longer. Completely new suspension system made the management "sharper", and the former impressiveness with the new hydraulic booster has sunk into oblivion. Overall, the car gained good cornering stability and became more maneuverable.

1 Toyota RAV4

Youth urban crossover this year, a little "exhausted." Its entry into the TOP-5 best-selling cars in this category is indisputable, but the closest competitors will most likely not allow to become the leader.The reason for this is quite respectful - back in March, Toyota presented a new generation of RAV4, but in Russia, sales will begin, most likely, towards the end of spring of next year, and sales will increase significantly.

Nevertheless, by the end of November, 25,250 vehicles had already been found by their new owners in our country, and the last month of the year may still bring surprises. In addition, the buyer has plenty to choose from - 6 different configurations are offered. There are cars with three different engines and transmission types, and additional comfortable options and security systems will definitely make the Toyota RAV4 more interesting.

The best-selling cars in Russia: a budget of up to 1 million rubles

This category contains the most popular car brands in Russia. The total number of cars sold in the TOP, is about 23% of the total number of vehicles sold in the country.

6 Volkswagen Polo

For several years, the demand for new Volkswagen Polo cars has remained at a fairly high level. Last year, as in 2016, he was a confident market participant, but he didn’t have enough to enter the TOP of the best-selling passenger cars in Russia (almost 48,600 transactions). Nevertheless, he got so close to the "magnificent" top five that he could not but become a member of our rating. In addition, the performance of this year increased, however, as the competition. By the end of November, the Polo almost reached last year’s level - more than 48,000 cars were sold.

The main reason for the popularity is the attractive cost and adaptation of the model to the road and climatic conditions in Russia. The attention of the Germans to trifles, the beam construction of the rear suspension, which increases the carrying capacity, and a comfortable lounge attract many car enthusiasts. The advantages of this model are also worth adding unpretentiousness in everyday use, the possibility of pouring AI-92 gasoline as fuel and good driving characteristics of the VW Polo.

5 Hyundai creta

To enter the TOP-5 cars sold, Hyundai CRETA did not have to make much effort - today it is the most popular crossover in the country. However, this title has been owned by cars since last year. This season, the model has undergone a number of updates, which immediately affected the increase in demand - at the end of November, Kreta already exceeded last year’s sales (55,300 transactions).

Restyling refreshed not only the car body. Increased comfort of the cabin, the front panel has become more modern and convex, the management of add. options appeared on the steering wheel, and the power was replaced by an electric version. In the basic configuration appeared electric mirrors, which are now made in a single color scheme with the body. In total, four configurations were presented to the buyer's court (there were 3 before) - the basic Start, Comfort, Active and the most “charged” Travel.

4 Lada vesta

In 2017, Vesta could not take the top line of sales. But in the current calendar period, the model is confidently moving towards its goal. By the end of November, 9,500 more cars have already been sold than in the entire last year. At this rate, "Veste" is quite capable of becoming the best-selling car. Despite the September update of the “Grants” and its overwhelming success in the market, there is still a chance to maintain the positions it has won.

A positive impact on sales growth has new engineering solutions that have become available in the 2018 model:

• Lockable hatch of the fuel tank hatch and external trunk opening button;
• Heated front seats in the base;
• Armrest between the front seats;
• Disc brakes on the rear axle;
• Miltirull received control of the cruise control.

In addition, such popular colors as “Orange”, “Magma”, “Mars” and “Fresh” have been added to the automotive palette. At first glance, nothing much has changed, but it is not. And the most dynamic sales growth in Russia confirms this.

3 Hyundai solaris

Hyundai Solaris in Russia still continues to interest buyers. Last year, about 68,600 vehicles of the South Korean manufacturer were sold. In the current situation has changed somewhat, but, nevertheless, Solaris is still one of the best-selling in the domestic market and occupies a worthy place in the TOP. Many analysts attribute the "sinking" of popularity with the lack of a buyer of the choice of the body with a different configuration, which leaves the brand an opportunity in the future to regain lost positions.

Decent ground clearance (160 mm), “not killed” suspension, decent interior comfort with heated seats (including the rear sofa) attract Russian car enthusiasts. In addition, engineering changes in the suspension increased the stability of the machine at high speeds, which gave the model more maneuverability and agility. Also, improvements were made to the smoothness of the road - now Solaris is “swallowing” the hollows in the roads with the detail that is characteristic of cars from the business class. The presence of 11 configuration options allows the buyer to choose the optimal engine power, automatic transmission and other additional equipment.

2 Lada granta

The model of the legendary “Lada” last year ceased to be the best-selling in Russia, but retained its position in the TOP and has not lost its appeal. To reach the sales figures of last year, in December it is necessary to sell about 12,000 cars, and this is quite feasible. The fact is that the real trade began only on September 1 - it was with the arrival of autumn that the updated model appeared in the car dealerships, and immediately (in a matter of weeks) the brand became the sales leader, beating its classmate Lada Vesta.

The updated model today is cheaper than other offers, but besides the price the consumer has something to offer. The car received a new look, a large selection of complete sets in four body types. In addition, the buyer will be pleased with the suspension adapted to the roads of Russia and the most affordable cost of service.

1 KIA Rio

If in 2016 Rio, being in the TOP of the best-selling cars, was almost equal to the market leader, then at the end of the last reporting period it became the undisputed favorite of sales in Russia - more than 96 thousand cars were sold. To repeat the success of the model this year, in the last month you need to find 13,700 new owners for cars of this brand.

The fourth generation KIA Rio has something to surprise the new owner, the choice of which additionally stirs the interesting value. And despite the fact that buyers of cars in this category are not always able to afford the extra expenses, in the case of the Rio there is an exception to the rule - sales in the basic configuration are quite rare in the market.

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Skoda

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Hyundai

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Lexus

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Land rover

Porsche

Mercedes-Benz

BMW

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