Rating of the best crossovers:
- Peugeot 3008
- SEAT Ateca
- Mazda CX-5
- Renault Kaptur
- Nissan Qashqai
- Hyundai Tucson
- Citroen C4 Cactus
- Renault Duster
- Peugeot 2008
- Kia sportage
After six months, the best crossovers of 2018 are summed up. The TOP-10 is based on research and statistics from the famous British publication Auto Express. This rating includes only the most popular cars available in Europe and nearby countries. In addition, all of the listed crossovers are sold in Russia, with the exception of SEAT Ateca.
When creating the rating, the price category was not taken into account, only the popularity in relation to the sales of new models, so it is not surprising that among the premium models of the rating you can find cheaper variants of crossovers. Now let's take a closer look at the rating, specifications and pricing.
1. Peugeot 3008
According to experts, Peugeot 3008 2018 took the first place in the TOP-10 rating of the best crossovers. As many claim, this is a multipurpose car, convenient for city and suburban trips. The downside is that the new crossover does not have all-wheel drive, meanwhile, the engineers installed an anti-slip system that distributes traction to the front wheels, depending on the load.
The buyer is offered a choice of two engines, gasoline and diesel. A 1.6-liter gasoline engine can produce 150 hp, a 2.0-liter HDI diesel engine produces the same 150 hp. Regardless of the unit chosen, there is a 6-speed automatic transmission in tandem. Average fuel consumption in the city is 4.7 liters, on the highway - 3.9 liters, combined cycle - 4.2 liters. The starting price for the base Peugeot 3008 2018 according to the rating starts from the level of 1,749,000 rubles, the maximum configuration starts from 1 999 000 rubles.
2. SEAT Ateca 2018
The second place in the TOP-10 crossover rating was taken by SEAT Ateca, which immediately won a large number of fans with its appearance. The buyer is offered with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive can be equipped with gasoline and diesel engines of different sizes. It makes no sense to list all the units, since there are more than 5 of them. With each release of the model, engineers are finalizing the characteristics.
In tandem, 6 tbsp are installed to the units. mechanical or 7 tbsp. robotic transmission. In the city, the crossover consumes 5.6 liters, on the highway - 4.5 liters, the mixed cycle - 4.9 liters. Similar to the variety of units, the manufacturer offers many complete sets. Starting price starts from $ 21750.
3. Mazda CX-5 2018
Japanese crossover Mazda CX-5 of the latest generation can be seen in every city. The popularity of the novelty is great, which brought it to third place in the TOP-10 crossover rating. The design of the novelty shows how attractive cars of this class can be, especially with regard to new shades that are simply mesmerizing in the sun.
According to the type of drive, the buyer is offered with front or all-wheel drive. Regarding units, only two variants of the SkyActive family are available. The first gasoline unit with a volume of 2.0 liters can produce 150 hp, the second unit, with a volume of 2.5 liters, produces 194 hp. The first unit is available from 6 st. mechanical or automatic transmission, but the second option is only with 6 tbsp. Automatic transmission and four-wheel drive. In the urban cycle, the crossover consumes 6.7 liters, on the highway - 5.3 liters, the mixed cycle - 5.8 liters. 2018 Mazda CX-5 Starting Price Starts from the level of 1,520,000 rubles.
4. Renault Kaptur 2018
The fourth place in the ranking was given to the well-known Renault Kaptur. Based on the design of Mazda, the manufacturer modified the new crossover in its own way and almost immediately after the presentation launched it into mass production. The buyer can choose one of the 5 proposed configurations, with a 1.6 or 2.0 liter gasoline engine. Average fuel consumption in the city is 5.2 liters, on the highway - 4.1 liters, and in the combined cycle - 4.5 liters.
In tandem with Renault Kaptur engines, the manufacturer offers a CVT or automatic transmission, as well as front or all-wheel drive. The starting price of such a crossover according to the rating begins from 844,000 rubles, which is much more accessible than its predecessors.
5. Nissan Qashqai
The first five leaders in the TOP-10 best crossovers are closed by the Japanese Nissan Qashqai. According to various sources, this crossover is considered the best-selling in Europe and not only. The manufacturer offers gasoline and diesel engines with a volume of 1.2, 1.6 and 2.0 liters at the buyer's choice. A variator or mechanical transmission is available in pair with the units. The urban cycle will require 5.6 liters, suburban - 4.5 liters, mixed - 4.9 liters.
In addition to good technical characteristics, the manufacturer has well equipped the crossover with safety and comfort systems. There are a total of 10 different crossover trims available, base price starts from 1,049,000 rubles.
6. Hyundai Tucson 2018
The second five leaders in the TOP-10 ranking are opened by the Korean Hyundai Tucson crossover, with a completely new design. The similarity with the famous Santa Fe played a positive role on the reputation of the new product, besides, good equipment and characteristics also added a plus in the sales statistics. The variety of engines is not the greatest, a choice of 1.6-liter gasoline T-GDi (power 177 liters .s., 256 Nm), gasoline MPi, 2.0 liters (155 HP, 192 Nm) and diesel CRDi, 2.0 liters (power 185 HP, 400 Nm). A 7-speed robotized or 8-speed automatic transmission is available in pair with the engines. Fuel consumption in the city will require 5.7 liters, on the highway - 4.2 liters, and in the combined cycle - 4.7 liters. With these parameters, the starting price of the basic configuration of the Hyundai Tucson crossover starts from 1,414,000 rubles.
7. Citroen C4 Cactus 2018
A very interesting variant of the Citroen C4 Cactus 2018 for those who are looking for a small economical crossover with an unusual design. Due to the presence of a diesel engine, the car also entered the rating of the most economical crossovers. An unusual appearance can be observed both externally and internally; on the side, the designers have placed unusual panels that protect the body from impacts and scratches.
The buyer can choose from two main engines of the BlueHDi family, 1.5 and 1.6 liters. Fuel consumption will surprise even fans of hybrid cars, in the city - 3.8 liters, on the highway - 3.4 liters, mixed cycle - 3.5 liters. According to the type of drive, the Citroen C4 Cactus crossover only with a transmission to the front axle, and the starting price according to the rating starts from $ 16,500.
8. Renault Duster
The eighth place in the ranking was taken by the Renault Duster crossover, which is rightfully considered the most affordable European car of this class. Only Chinese counterparts can be cheaper than this crossover. The novelty, although it belongs to the class of cheaper crossovers, is nevertheless popular among motorists. In total, there are 5 basic configurations for the buyer's choice.
Also, the buyer can choose between a petrol (1.6 and 2.0 liters) or diesel engine dCi, with a volume of 1.5 liters. This crossover also turned out to be economical in the rating, it consumes 5.5 liters in the city, 4.5 liters on the highway, 4.8 liters in the combined cycle.
In most options, the manufacturer offers to install a manual transmission and only an automatic transmission in a 2-liter gasoline unit. Crossover starting price according to rating information starts from 659,000 rubles.
9. Peugeot 2008 2018
The penultimate, ninth position in the rating was taken by the Peugeot 2008 2018 crossover. In comparison with the leader of the rating, this model is far from the most popular in Russia, although it can be found more often in Europe. By design, the new crossover looks more like a redesigned hatchback mounted on a different platform. Nevertheless, the car is distinguished by high-quality assembly and a spacious interior. In addition, the manufacturer does not restrict the buyer in choosing the interior.
Peugeot 2008 engines turned out to be no less economical in the ranking, ranging from 3-cylinder PureTech, 1.2-liter, to more powerful options. In the urban cycle, such a crossover consumes 6 liters, in the countryside - 4.3 liters, and the combined cycle of movement will require 4.9 liters.The starting price of the basic configuration of the crossover starts at $ 16215.
10. Kia Sportage 2018
The last, tenth place in the TOP-10 of the best crossovers was taken by Kia Sportage 2018. The novelty is built on the same platform with the Hyundai Tucson. The appearance of the crossover is peculiar, but at the same time rich in a variety of engines. Gasoline and diesel units in tandem with mechanical and automatic transmissions are available to the buyer.
There are two petrol and one diesel engines available. Gasoline engines with a volume of 2.0 liters (150 hp) and 1.6 liters (177 hp), diesel only one, with a volume of 2.0 liters (185 hp). Despite the last place in the ranking, many owners consider the Kia Sportage ideal in terms of quality and price. Fuel consumption in the city is 5.4 liters, on the highway - 4.7 liters, combined cycle - 4.9 liters. The starting price of the crossover according to the rating information starts from the level of 1,124,900 rubles.
The listed crossovers in the TOP-10 rating will fully suit any of the buyers. Manufacturers took into account all the wishes, presenting diesel and gasoline options, as well as a very different functional set. In addition, the ratio of the price of crossovers to fuel consumption is the same for any buyer. Among the popular manufacturers of the rating, the first place was shared by Peugeot and Renault, two models for each brand.
