Place |
Name |
Characteristic in the rating |
1 | Toyota Camry | Most popular in business class |
2 | Toyota Corolla | Best operational reliability |
3 | Mazda 6 | The most stylish sedan ever. Optimal combination of price and quality |
4 | Subaru Legacy | Predictable behavior on any road |
1 | Toyota RAV4 | Most anticipated new |
2 | Suzuki Vitara | Affordable cost |
3 | Honda CR-V | Great family car |
4 | Mitsubishi Outlander | The best permeability. Spacious interior |
1 | Toyota Alphard | High level of comfort |
2 | Honda Odyssey | Best choice for long trips |
Cars from Japan deserve the highest marks due to their reliability, high technology and unpretentiousness in operation. These qualities, ideally suited for Russian conditions, determine the great demand for these models, including in the secondary market.
The review presents the best Japanese cars of various brands. The rating is based on the characteristics of the car, the opinions of service specialists, as well as feedback from the direct owners, who in practice have studied the strengths and weaknesses of each of the participants.
The best Japanese sedans
4 Subaru Legacy
Country: Japan
Average price: 2170000 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.8
All-wheel drive Japanese sedan Subaru Legacy receives a lot of positive feedback, and is rightly characterized as the most reliable and safe car.The car boasts a number of the latest developments, including the SI-Drive option. The technology provides independent adaptation of all-wheel drive to specific road conditions. Among the advantages of this car, one can also highlight the Symmetrical AWD transmission, which optimizes the performance of the suspension even in not the best road conditions. It should also be noted the unique design of the gearbox of this car. Being an own development of a Japanese company, it is distinguished by reliability and non-failure operation.
Among other things, buyers are also attracted by the expensive interior of the Subaru Legacy, with leather upholstery and two-position seat heating. Information about the current state of the car and the main control functions are displayed on a large touch screen on-board computer, and the control of the main functionality is provided by the multifunction steering wheel traditional for the brand.
3 Mazda 6
Country: Japan
Average price: 2050000 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.9
A bright representative of the third generation of Japanese sedans, the Mazda 6 has undergone recent changes that have the least impact on the appearance of the car, while significantly improving its technical capabilities. The presented brand is interesting to owners, first of all, for its sporty design. Appearance in this case is not deceiving - this car lives up to expectations, demonstrating the best dynamism with the ability to reach speeds of up to 100 km / h in just 7 seconds.
Particular attention was paid by the developers of this car from Japan to the interior, the interior of which impresses with its luxury and the best quality of materials used for decoration.An important factor when choosing this brand is an improved security system, which includes many modern options. The owners of the Mazda 6 in their reviews are not at all disappointed in their choice, and they consider the cost of the car to be 100% justified.
2 Toyota Corolla
Country: Japan
Average price: 1517000 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.9
The Japanese-made compact sedan Toyota Corolla has been a leader in sales ratings not only in Russia, but throughout the world for many years. This is due, first of all, to the confidence in the high quality of cars made in Japan, as well as excellent performance. Cars of this brand are valued for their convenience and optimal functionality of technological options. Also, this model is interesting to users and its harmonious design with the right laconic lines. In the cabin, everything is thought out for maximum comfort of the driver and passengers. Also, the car boasts the most spacious trunk in the class.
An additional advantage of the Toyota Corolla is its economical fuel consumption, both on the highway and in the city. The owners in their reviews confirm the reliability of the main components and the car engine, which, with proper maintenance, do not require unscheduled repairs.
1 Toyota Camry
Country: Japan
Average price: 2350000 rub.
Rating (2022): 5.0
Toyota Camry is quite often found on our roads, which indicates the demand for this brand among domestic consumers. This car, belonging to the business class, is distinguished by the rigor and conciseness of lines that emphasize the self-sufficiency and reliability of the Japanese car.The combination of the best handling characteristics and unsurpassed comfort contributes to an exceptional driving pleasure, even when overcoming the longest routes.
In their reviews, the owners of this Japanese sedan emphasize the smoothness of the ride, which is important on low-quality road surfaces. It also confirms the optimal dynamics and directional stability of the vehicle. The use of high-quality materials in the interior, efficiency and unpretentiousness in operation determine the ever-growing demand for a prestigious sedan from Japan. Since the appearance of Toyota Camry in Russia, the interest in cars from domestic consumers has not weakened.
The best Japanese SUVs
4 Mitsubishi Outlander
Country: Japan
Average price: 1763000 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.7
The model is going through the fourth restyling since 2012 – this time the external changes are minimal. Bumpers, grille, headlights were affected. Otherwise, the continuity of traditions has been preserved, including the spaciousness of the cabin. The driver's and front passenger's seats have finally received more pronounced lateral support.
In control, judging by the reviews, the model from Japan demonstrates a really light steering wheel, and this does not depend on the complexity of the surface. On tough off-road, Mitsubishi Outlander fully justifies its name, and boasts excellent cross-country ability. Like the buyers of the new SUV and the lack of roll in corners, but this applies to models with all-wheel drive S-AWC. In addition to filigree handling and dynamics on the track, the Outlander is also unpretentious in terms of fuel.Quite content with 92 gasoline, the Japanese car shows a combined fuel consumption of just under 12 l / 100 km (2.4 liter engine).
3 Honda CR-V
Country: Japan
Average price: 2614000 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.8
When choosing a comfortable family car, you should pay attention to the updated Japanese Honda CR-V crossover, which was introduced to the domestic market relatively recently. Despite the fact that this model is not assembled in Japan, but in the USA, it has not lost its identity and recognition at all. The latest changes mainly affected the elephant of the car, which has become even more spacious and comfortable compared to its predecessors. 90° opening rear doors allow for easy and uncluttered seating in the largest seat in the class.
In addition to aesthetic advantages, this brand of car satisfies the most daring expectations with a variety of optional new products. Also, in the reviews of the owners, the Honda CR-V is characterized as a car endowed with the best driving characteristics. Despite the fact that the crossover is characterized by high cross-country ability and stability on country roads, it also demonstrates excellent handling during high-speed maneuvering. An additional advantage of this car was the increased ground clearance - 208 mm is the optimal ground clearance for our conditions.
2 Suzuki Vitara
Country: Japan
Average price: 1374000 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.8
The Japanese SUV Suzuki Vitara presented on the domestic market has a number of outstanding advantages, thanks to which this brand has remained one of the most popular in Russia for quite a long time.Incredibly economical fuel consumption has become one of the main trump cards of a car from Japan. The owners of the presented crossover in their reviews indicate an average figure of 6.5 liters of gasoline per 100 km. At the same time, the engine has better performance and demonstrates excellent traction characteristics.
This car belongs to the class of compact SUVs, making it perfect for urban traffic. The reviews positively note the successful chassis tuning, adapted to Russian road realities. The extremely efficient steering also deserves high marks. The use of metal and artificial leather for interior decor add a discreet luxury to the interior of this car.
1 Toyota RAV4
Country: Japan
Average price: 2076000 rub.
Rating (2022): 5.0
The developers of the updated Toyota RAV4 paid serious attention to safety. The new modular platform provides almost 60% increased body rigidity. At the same time, the front pillar was narrowed and the size of the rear windows was increased, which was quite harmoniously reflected in the external exterior of the car. The car is still positioned as a youth urban crossover, although it began to look more solid and tough.
Of the obvious advantages of the model, it should also be noted a large number of modern options that facilitate operation in congested city traffic. In the reviews, the owners highly appreciate the new dashboard of the Japanese crossover with a modified geometry of the air ducts, a digital dashboard and an additional multimedia screen in the center. When it comes to reliability, the new RAV4 is no match for it.Manufacturers of the brand have traditionally done their best - it is quite expected that the car will be in demand in the secondary market, even after ten years of operation.
The best Japanese minivans
2 Honda Odyssey
Country: Japan
Average price: 4680000 rub.
Rating (2022): 5.0
Already from the name it becomes clear - the car is designed for long-distance travel. This 6th generation minivan of the popular Japanese brand has a number of enviable advantages that make the Honda Odyssey unrivaled. It combines the comfort of luxury sedans with the spaciousness of large SUVs. The exterior of the car is easily recognizable - the minivan has external features that allow you to accurately identify the brand.
The manufacturer paid much attention to safety - modern active systems, perfect controllability and a serious power reserve were highly appreciated by the owners. The reviews also paid a lot of attention to the comfort of the cabin. The quality of sound insulation and finishing materials is not satisfactory. Despite the adaptive suspension and reliable transmission, the car does not like off-road, and in urban conditions, due to its large dimensions, it is not entirely practical. His element is long-distance travel or use as a corporate car by successful companies.
1 Toyota Alphard
Country: Japan
Average price: 4817000 rub.
Rating (2022): 5.0
Minivan premium class Toyota Alphard is able to meet the needs of the most demanding users. The Japanese car offers an impeccable level of comfort and safety for the driver and passengers.Quite often, executives choose this minivan as a vehicle - it is convenient to negotiate in a car, and a luxurious interior only emphasizes the status of the owner. The quality and high cost of finishing materials is beyond doubt. Comfortable seats with heating and ventilation will provide maximum comfort when traveling long distances.
The exterior of the car is aggressive, and to match it, the minivan is equipped with a V 6 petrol engine with a volume of 3.5 liters. Together with an automatic transmission, this allows you to accelerate to 100 km / h in just 8.3 seconds, and the maximum speed can reach 200 km / h. The engine is demanding on fuel quality, but it is completely non-gluttonous: in the combined cycle, a car weighing 2.2 tons consumes only 10.5 l / 100 km.