High ground clearance, wide tires, four-wheel drive and a powerful motor - all these features distinguish an SUV. Unfortunately, for the increased cross-country ability to lay out a lot of money.
However, there are also affordable models in Russia that do not exceed 700 thousand rubles in the basic configuration at a price. These are the cars that entered our current Top 5 most affordable SUVs.
5. UAZ Patriot (from 649 990 rubles)
Favorite among hunters and fishers is on sale since 2012. During this time, the Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant has developed several modifications of the popular SUV. Today, the Patriot has a 2.7 liter gasoline engine with a capacity of 128 hp. or a 2.3 liter diesel engine rated at 116 hp Fuel consumption of course differs from that of the best hybrid SUVs this year, but is quite acceptable.
Regardless of the configuration, the Patriot is equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission.
The latest modification is equipped with modern details such as a multimedia system with a seven-inch touch screen that can play Full HD video, AM / FM / MP3, and also has a built-in compass, parking sensors and Navitel navigation system.
4. Lifan X60 (from 499 900 rubles)
On cross-country Chinese SUV, of course, inferior to UAZ. But the design of the X60 is quite attractive and even elegant.
It attracts a solid ground clearance of 18 cm, as well as 405 liters of luggage. The car engine has a capacity of 1.8 liters, power - 128 hp
The basic equipment includes air conditioning, an artificial leather interior and electric mirrors.
3. Nissan Terrano (from 677 000 rubles)
Terrano is available in four trim levels and in six color options. In the basic configuration, Terrano has air conditioning, an audio system, front airbags, ABS, ESP, a full-size spare tire, and steel protection for the engine compartment.
In the luggage compartment there are 4 mounting rings, as well as an additional practical compartment under the trunk floor.
There are 2 engine options available for customers: 1.6 liters with a capacity of 102 hp, and 2.0 liters with a capacity of 135 hp
2. Chevrolet Niva (from 469 000 rubles)
The modern version of the legendary Niva is quite capable of overcoming steep slopes, climbs, ruts, rifts, snow and mud.
At the same time, practically the most popular and inexpensive SUV in Russia looks quite elegant and provides a decent level of comfort.
The trunk of 320 liters increases to 650 liters when the rear seats are folded. Ground clearance is 200 to 240 mm.
1. UAZ Hunter (from 430 000 rubles)
An affordable SUV with a tented body is a real find for those who need to carry bulk luggage on a bad road at any distance and in any difficult weather.
Hunter is an ideal option for outdoor enthusiasts without regard to landscape features - this car can handle any terrain. According to the designers, the classic military style was offered to customers in a modern finish and four color variations.