10 best used cars under 500 thousand rubles

A used Chinese SUV successfully competes with domestic cars and foreign cars in the secondary market. The car is unpretentious in maintenance, has good equipment, cross-country ability. But he also has weaknesses that you need to pay attention to when buying a used car - samples older than 7–10 years old have traces of rust on the body, as well as scratches and chips. The seats and steering wheel also quickly lose their presentable appearance due to poor-quality materials. Gasoline engines are very finicky and do not respond well to poor quality fuel.

Such a car, priced at about 500 thousand rubles, with the right selection, is immediately ready for operation and practically does not require financial investments. The high ground clearance (240mm) is ideal for low quality roads. Breakdowns happen less frequently than with Russian counterparts, and during maintenance or repair, you can easily find suitable spare parts.

Officially, cars of this brand are no longer sold, but used samples are still quite popular with car owners. The secondary market offers a wide variety of used cars with different mileage in the price segment of about 500 thousand rubles. The car gets along well with spare parts from third-party companies, which often turn out to be of higher quality than the original ones. LKP is recognized as a weak point - scratches, corrosion and chips can be seen in different places after 5-7 years of intensive use. And the 1.6-liter engine is considered the most reliable element, the resource of which is about 300 thousand kilometers.

With the right approach to buying a used car, it will not cause much trouble. Even after 100,000 km of run, there are models with already repaired expensive components. Used Cruz will suit connoisseurs of comfort more than those who want to save on maintenance.

Used cars of this brand almost never reach the "tops" of sales in the secondary market. The sixth generation, produced in 2010-2015, is sold on average in the price segment of about 500 thousand rubles, but more often 100-150 thousand more expensive. Jetta boasts good dynamics, driving comfort, equipment. But it is important to pay attention to “sore” places - this is an automatic transmission prone to overheating, robotic gearbox failures. But basically, all of them are quickly eliminated due to inexpensive maintenance and the availability of suitable spare parts that are available throughout Russia.

In general, a used car of this brand is quite a worthy European model, which will not only be inexpensive for its new owner, but will also help to significantly save on care and maintenance during operation.

This brand can rightfully be considered one of the most liquid crossovers in the mass segment. When buying a used copy, you need to carefully examine it to identify weaknesses. The main ones are the imperfection of ventilation and heating systems, paintwork, which can accumulate defects after 7–10 years of operation. But this used car has enough advantages - high ground clearance and energy-intensive suspension, which is ideal for Russian roads, a tenacious and reliable engine, a spacious trunk and interior, and a harmonious design.

In the price segment of 500 thousand rubles, the car is considered the easiest to maintain. You can find almost any spare parts for cars, there is the possibility of unification with other models, and not just with original components. The samples equipped with mechanics are in the greatest demand in the secondary market - they are cheaper to repair.

It is no coincidence that the choice of car owners falls on this brand of car - for an amount of about 400-500 thousand you can get a used car in the D-class of real German quality. Given the fact that even the latest models of the brand are already approaching the age of 10, you need to soberly assess the condition of the body - quite naturally, chips and signs of corrosion can be found on it.If there are problems with the box, they are all easily identified and fixed in the service.

In general, such a used car gives good handling, spaciousness of the trunk and interior, relatively low fuel consumption, excellent dynamics and sound insulation. Even models of 2010 and older still have a fairly large resource, and a relatively low price allows you to ride a really comfortable and high-quality German car without car loans.

The position of this car in the secondary market is still quite strong, since at one time it became a real bestseller in Russia. Even after 7–10 years of driving, the car has good driving and consumer qualities, and the Russian assembly provides maximum accessibility for a wide range of people. On average, the cost varies within 500 thousand rubles for a used car. The automatic transmission is quite reliable, the clutch will last more than 100,000 km, the independent suspension is strong even after 10 years of operation.

The main weaknesses of this used car are bearings, which can rarely withstand more than 40-60 thousand kilometers. Nevertheless, there will be no problems with maintenance - the model perfectly "gets along" with both analog and original spare parts, and their cost does not "frighten" the most economical owners.

Korean cars KIA Rio combine good looks and good "stuffing". This is a reliable car that is popular in both the primary and secondary markets.Used samples are also beneficial for car owners because they consume from 8 to 10 liters when driving around the city, depending on the model, they are equipped with a simple and reliable gearbox to operate, they are cheap to maintain and repair, and they have a strong and durable suspension. At the same time, the cars compare favorably with a bright “youthful” appearance, a roomy trunk, a spacious and comfortable interior.

The price of this used brand starts on average from 500 thousand rubles and above, depending on the configuration. The price reduction is proportional to the age of the car. Used Rio is attractive both from the point of view of pricing and from the technical side - there will be no problems with maintenance and repair due to the huge popularity of the car.

The first generation of the Hyundai Solaris brand is more popular on the secondary market - but its price is also lower. But you will have to look for used Solaris with low mileage, as they disperse very quickly, despite the higher cost. This car (even in used condition) boasts a completely reliable engine with good dynamics, as well as a high adaptability of the suspension to Russian roads with various surfaces.

Build quality is generally excellent, handling at a high level. In this price range, you can find an instance with climate control and good acoustics. After buying a car, you should not expect problems with Solaris maintenance - due to the prevalence of the model, "garage" mechanics have long learned to work with it, and spare parts can be bought almost everywhere.For a 3-5-year-old model, the average cost is in the range of 500 thousand and above, but cheaper - only with high mileage and various shortcomings.

Used Volkswagen Polo cars are a great solution for lovers of comfort. It has a relatively low price, practical and stylish interior, high reliability. Even a used car boasts a large margin of engine durability, unpretentious maintenance - consumables and spare parts can be purchased at a lower cost than for many foreign cars.

Among the main advantages are low fuel consumption, minimal costs for routine repairs and engine power that is quite sufficient for fast driving. The model is especially attractive due to its elegant appearance and high ground clearance, suitable for our roads. A used, but still "fresh" copy can be bought up to 500 thousand - in this range it is easy to find a car with low mileage and still a decent margin of safety. This price segment is still characterized by the absence or minimum of even minor damage to the paintwork - you can find an option that is practically not inferior to the new one.

A huge number of used cars of this brand on the roads only confirms the version of its popularity in the secondary market among motorists. One of the main advantages of the car is a large carrying capacity and a huge trunk.7-10-year-old models still have a sufficient resource, the only serious complaint from buyers, and even then not always, is the insufficient stability of the paintwork of the galvanized body.

In the price category of a used car worth about 500 thousand rubles, the “Czech” will provide the owner with maximum driving comfort. A relatively affordable price allows you to become the owner of a very convenient car, the service of which is simple, and the necessary spare parts in the original version or analogues are widely represented in stores throughout Russia. It should be borne in mind that the second generation of 2008-2012. especially famous for its economy, comfortable and strong chassis.