20 best-selling cars in Russia

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. Last year, a slight stagnation in sales was demonstrated - by the end of December, more than 6.5 thousand cars had found their new owners, which is slightly below the general data for the previous period.

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

Better than "Mercedes" can only be a new Mercedes. This saying is quite true and confirms the high popularity of the brand, despite the decent price. Last year, sales did not change significantly, showing a slight decrease in demand (about 300 cars).

In Russia, the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is the most affordable (and best-selling) 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.

In the elite car market in Russia, the Range Rover SUV is in stable demand. A long-term stay in the TOP-5 of the best-selling cars, despite the fact that for the third year now, as sales have been regularly declining - not every car brand can withstand this.
Last year, 2,438 owners bought the luxury SUV, showing another decline in demand for 417 vehicles. In the near future, the model will certainly try to regain the sales levels achieved in the past. Maintaining the appeal of a status car with a high level of comfort, safety and reliability, Range Rover can safely count on success.

Despite maintaining its position in the top 5 best-selling luxury cars, the Audi Q7 ended last year's calendar period with a disastrous decline (2671 cars versus 3760 registered transactions in 2016), and continued to fall below the peak of sales in 15 years.Nevertheless, it is too early to dismiss the Audi Ku 7, because it is quite expected that the model may soon demonstrate stability in demand and even growth.
As a rule, the buyer appreciates in this model a high level of safety (5 stars Evro NCAP) and the most high-tech electronic stuffing. Not the last role in the choice is played by the presentable appearance and the level of comfort of an elite car.

This brand has long been popular in Russia, so it was not difficult to become the best-selling car worth more than three million rubles. Having ended the last calendar period at the level of 9415 cars sold, Lexus RX showed a decent increase - just over 1500 cars. This year, the situation on the elite car market looks more calm, but the brand is not going to give up the positions it has won, practically repeating the results achieved.

Unconditional quality, reliability and modernity of this car will always be in demand in the market. 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 in the rating.

In a rather modest assortment of this brand, represented on the Russian market by a couple of crossover models and two sedans, the CX-5 is the best-selling. Last year, 19854 purchases of this car were registered in the primary market. The choice in favor of this particular model is quite obvious - the high performance and attractive exterior of the supercar favorably emphasizes the cost.

The new car is in demand in Russia four times more than a charged sedan of the same brand (Mazda 6). The crossover has the same attractive design, but offers a much more spacious interior. The reliability of the model is also indicated by the position of the car in the secondary market. Like most Japanese brands, the Mazda CX-5 is unpretentious in operation, and even with mileage it is still reliable.

Almost 22,000 new Outlander owners were registered last year. Starting from the moment of release, this car immediately attracted the attention of buyers with its perfectly balanced characteristics of comfort, cross-country ability and price. The car is positioned by many as both youth and family.

In Russia, Mitsubishi Outlander, of course, did not become the best-selling SUV, but it is the undisputed leader among the models of the brand. Even such a well-known jeep as the Pajero Sport is far behind in sales - more than three times. The dynamics of the secondary market is no less interesting - the price of a used Outlander speaks of the high reliability of the car. In addition, there is a serious interest on the part of buyers - it will not be difficult to sell a car of this brand.

Despite the fact that in this segment of the sold cars, Camry was the leader for the last time back in 2015, it has not left the TOP-5 in its category for more than 20 years. And over the past two years, only one model has managed to overcome its popularity, which in our rating today still occupies a leading position. By the last day of the outgoing year, 30599 cars have already been sold and there are no visible obstacles to finally regain the position of the group leader.

Finally, the manufacturer heard the buyer, and the restyled 2018 model got rid of a slightly old-fashioned interior. The new console is completely boring, and even a little elegant. There is still plenty of leg room for the rear passengers. The dimensions of the car have also changed - it has become lower and slightly longer. A completely new suspension system made the handling “sharper”, and the old impressiveness with the new hydraulic booster has sunk into oblivion. In general, the car has acquired good cornering stability and has become more agile.

This is one of the key participants in our top rating in this category - last year 22434 new cars of this brand appeared on the roads of Russia. Attractive cost, economical and reliable engine, suspension adapted to our roads and a decent level of comfort are, according to the owners, the main characteristics that determined the choice in favor of this brand. In addition, the design solutions for the exterior of this crossover look very ambitious - many draw analogies with more prestigious and expensive SUVs from Audi and Volkswagen.

For all its attractiveness, this car did not become the best-selling Skoda, losing the championship to Octavia and the budget Rapid. At the same time, the lag behind the long-term flagship of the brand is so insignificant that you can put an equal sign between them. A successful design solution and the observed dynamics of sales growth indicate that Skoda Kodiaq has far from realized its full potential.

Being on the border of two price categories, Volkswagen Tiguan is a full member of our top rating. Last year, 32863 cars were sold in car dealerships, which allowed the model to become the best-selling German crossover in Russia.

The advantages of the model are immediately visible - a brutal exterior, an ergonomic interior, a serious layout of security systems, including active ones. The choice of many owners who dream of a more "venerable" Touareg often stops at this model, as it is more affordable. In any case, the difference in sales by more than 6 times in favor of the new Volkswagen Tiguan clearly confirms the preferences of the Russians.

To enter the TOP-5 sold cars, Hyundai CRETA did not have to make any special efforts - today it is the most popular crossover in the country. However, the car has been holding this title for the third year already. Last season, the model underwent a number of updates, which immediately reflected in an increase in demand - at the end of November, Creta had already exceeded last year's sales and ended the calendar period with a result of 66,048 transactions.

Restyling refreshed not only the body of the car. Interior comfort has been increased, the front panel has become more modern and convex, additional control. options appeared on the steering wheel, and the hydraulic booster was replaced with an electric version. In the basic configuration, electric mirrors appeared, which are now made in the same color scheme with the body. In total, four configurations are presented to the buyer's judgment (previously there were 3) - the basic Start, Comfort, Active and the most "charged" Travel.

This brand has been enjoying stable interest from the buyer for seven years now. Sales this year dipped a little (by about 1000 cars), but the success of the past in the domestic market provided good results. Entering the TOP-5 of this price niche is not a surprise for anyone.

"Octavia" is strict and concise, however, as always. It is her unpretentiousness, a little "Spartan" interior and reliability that attract new owners. All flaws have long been corrected, weaknesses have been strengthened, in a word - this is a reliable workhorse, for which there will always be demand in Russia.

Among the range of Nissan crossovers and SUVs, the Qashqai model is very popular in Russia. Last year alone, 21,749 new cars of this brand were sold. Timely restyling and an attractive price, which many car owners consider more than fair, skillfully maintains an unflagging interest in the model. Judge for yourself: the most affordable basic equipment in Russia can be purchased for only 907,000 rubles.

At the same time, the owner will have access to options such as electric mirrors and all windows, power steering, cruise control, air conditioning. And this is not a complete list - a decent list of active and passive security systems, an excellent multimedia system, heated windshield, mirrors and other useful features make the Nissan Qashqai one of the best-selling crossovers in Russia over the past 5 years.

"Sportage" after a short period of stable "stagnation", the third year demonstrates the stability of sales, but by December it became clear that last year's result could not be exceeded. By the way, the model does not claim to be the leader, but it is not going to give up its positions in the TOP-5 best-selling cars.

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

Youth urban crossover this year a little "exhausted". Its entry into the TOP-5 best-selling cars in this category is undeniable, but its closest competitors will most likely not allow it to become a leader. The reason for this is quite valid - back in March, Toyota presented a new generation of RAV4 and sales have increased significantly.

Nevertheless, at the end of last year, 25,663 cars had already found their new owners in our country, which is significantly more than in the previous reporting period. In addition, the buyer has plenty to choose from - 6 different trim levels are offered. There are cars with three different engines and transmission types, and additional comfortable options and security systems will definitely make owning a Toyota RAV4 more interesting.

Among the best-selling cars in Russia, Renault Duster, which has undergone its first restyling, is in the most advantageous position. Judge for yourself - the model has proven itself to be unpretentious in operation, it has quite economical fuel consumption. A more than affordable price also seriously attracts buyers - among imported crossovers in the domestic market, this car is still one of the most affordable.

In our top rating, this SUV was not at all accidental - last year a little more than 34.5 thousand Renault Dusters were sold in the country's car dealerships. Even such popular models as the VAZ 2131 and the pseudo-crossover LADA XRAY are left far behind. The secret, judging by the reviews of the owners, of this model is quite simple - the affordable cost of consumables and spare parts, the adaptation of the suspension to Russian roads and high reliability are the hallmark of this model.

Last year, Vesta was not able to take the top line of sales. By the end of the year, only 100,501 cars were sold. At this pace, it will be difficult for Vesta to become the best-selling car, so the manufacturer will certainly look for new ways to attract a buyer. Despite the renewal of "Grants" and its stunning success in the market, there is still a chance to maintain the won positions.

New engineering solutions that have become available in the new model have a positive impact on sales growth:

• Lockable central locking hatch of the gas tank and an external button for opening the trunk;
• Heated front seats as standard;
• Armrest between front seats;
• Disc brakes on the rear axle;
• Miltirull received cruise control 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's not. And the final number of sales in Russia confirms this.

For several years, the demand for new cars of the Volkswagen Polo brand has remained at a fairly high level. For the last 3 years, he has been a confident market participant, but he lacked quite a bit to enter the TOP of the best-selling passenger cars in Russia. Nevertheless, he got so close to the “magnificent” five that he could not help but become a member of our rating. In addition, this year's figures have grown, however, like those of competitors. At the end of the year, Polo almost reached the last year's level - more than 51 thousand cars were sold.

The main reason for its popularity is the attractive cost and adaptation of the model to road and climatic conditions in Russia. The attention of the Germans to trifles, the beam structure of the rear suspension, which increases the carrying capacity, and the comfortable interior attract many motorists. The advantages of this model are also worth adding unpretentiousness in everyday use, the ability to fill AI-92 gasoline as fuel and good driving performance of the VW Polo.

The model of the legendary "Lada" the year before last ceased to be the best-selling in Russia, but retained its position in the TOP and has not lost its attractiveness. In 2019, the model was able not only to reach the sales figures of the previous year, but also show a significant increase, reaching a result of 122 thousand transactions and regaining its lost leadership positions. The secret lies in updating the model. Immediately after the appearance in car dealerships, the brand became a sales leader in a matter of weeks, beating its “classmate” Lada Vesta.

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

If in 2016 Rio, being in the TOP of the best-selling cars, almost caught up with the market leader, then according to the results of the last reporting period, it became the undisputed favorite of sales in Russia - more than 100 thousand cars were sold. To repeat the success, the model had to find another 15,000 new owners for the cars of this brand, but fierce competition in the budget segment has made its own adjustments.

And yet, the fourth generation KIA Rio still has something to surprise the new owner, whose choice is additionally fueled by an interesting cost. Although buyers of cars in this category can not always afford the extra spending, in the case of Rio there is an exception to the rule - sales in the basic configuration are quite rare on the market.