10 most reliable minibuses

An all-wheel drive minibus can be used for any problems with the road surface - it is passable, easily overcomes obstacles due to its high ground clearance, and is ideal for transporting passengers and goods outside the city. In the secondary market, an 8-year-old model can be purchased for 300,000 rubles, there are cars with a mileage of 100,000 km or more. The body of this off-road minibus can be considered the most reliable element - it not only withstands serious loads, but, despite the thin paintwork, is able to serve flawlessly for more than a dozen years with an attentive owner.

The budget car also has enough disadvantages - although it is cheap in maintenance, it breaks down quite often, especially there are a lot of complaints about the engine - it starts to “mope” over trifles after 100,000 km. Among the shortcomings, buyers also note tight control, lack of comfort for passengers, unlike many foreign cars, poor sound insulation and high fuel consumption. However, this is the best solution for off-road driving, but you need to be prepared for frequent repairs.

An eight-seater minibus with a range of 200,000 km can be bought on the secondary market for about 250-270 thousand rubles. Such cars are purchased mainly for commercial purposes - the transportation of passengers and goods, but is also of interest to a large family. This cheap transport is easy to maintain and repair, unpretentious in operation. The chassis can withstand approximately 100,000 km of run, but the paintwork fails quickly - after 4–5 years, corrosion centers appear.The engine, on average, does not require attention up to 250,000 km, and in some cases it takes care of up to 500,000 without major repairs, but replacement of consumables and maintenance according to the regulations must be carried out in a timely manner.

Of the advantages, good adaptation to Russian driving conditions can be noted - it has a high ground clearance, it starts up even in severe frost, it holds the road well, it has reliable brakes. With its dimensions, it shows quite good fuel consumption when driving around the city.

Many buyers of this used minibus in the secondary market are satisfied with the reliability, but complain about the high cost of operation. The price of spare parts is unreasonably high, but it is always possible to use non-original consumables. Also of the minuses can be noted poor sound insulation and lack of maneuverability in management. In addition, the quality of the paintwork leaves much to be desired - additional processing is required to avoid premature corrosion.

One of the main advantages that attracts car owners is the best capacity, which is ideal for transporting goods or passengers. Such a car for a large family will be quite a good choice, despite the high cost of maintenance - the ratio of mileage and repair here is in favor of the first. In addition, good dynamics and high ground clearance, coupled with a modern exterior, more than cover the price, which many consider too high.

Compact, but spacious minibus with a high ceiling is ideal for transporting any cargo or a large number of people, including large families. It features a capacious cargo compartment, minimal fuel consumption, excellent dynamics and an increased level of comfort - there are options such as air conditioning, heated seats. Tourneo also boasts a large suspension resource, smooth operation of a high-torque turbodiesel.

This reliable car is cheap to maintain - a small transport tax, compatibility with budget category analog spare parts, a large number of repair services. It also works well in severe frosts - it starts up with a half turn, shows excellent handling even on off-road and a decent load capacity. In the secondary market, this model is in high demand, despite the decent cost, especially compared to other cars in this class.

This is one of the cheapest brands of minibuses that are sold on the secondary market. This model can be purchased for business and for a large family. It has a good margin of safety, with a run of 400–480 thousand km, a major overhaul is usually already underway, so the next owner will not have to spend money soon. It features a warm ergonomic interior, attractive design and easy handling.

Among the used cars of the budget segment, it has one of the most reliable engines - it is distinguished by high performance, economy and sufficient smoothness in operation.Fuel consumes differently - from 7 liters in summer and up to 11 liters in cold weather. Due to the high build quality, maintenance will be required on average after 150–200 thousand kilometers, mainly the front suspension needs repairs, and the paintwork also requires attention. The spare parts market is rich in both original products and cheaper analogues.

Not the most practical car to operate, which is characterized by high fuel consumption and rather expensive maintenance, as well as low suspension reliability. Suffering due to the poor quality of sound insulation, and poorly keeps the temperature inside in winter. In addition, the Peugeot Boxer is demanding on fuel, and not all services take on its maintenance. But the motor is highly reliable and takes care of 600-700 thousand without capital. In comparison with it, other parts have a shorter working life - with a run of over 200,000 km, rust appears on the body, the gearbox often fails, and other small components also require attention.

In the secondary market, this minibus costs around 560,000 rubles. - not the cheapest price tag. Since it is more often used for commercial purposes, by the indicated years the mileage rarely exceeds 200,000 km. The model is especially in demand among organizations - it takes care of it for a long time without any special financial costs.

Used cars of this brand in the secondary market are in demand.Among the advantages of the minibus is the presence of climate control, fuel consumption of a maximum of 14 liters in the city, a roomy body (15.6 m), heated windshields and side windows. The total load capacity (up to 3.5 tons) and a good three-liter engine make the model practical and one of the most profitable. A reliable European car can be purchased for an average of 750,000 rubles, the mileage is usually impressive - more than 300-400 thousand km.

Maintenance is inexpensive, many universal consumables fit. The main problems of a far from cheap car are a stiff suspension and a thin layer of paintwork. Engines run for a long time, even after 300-400 thousand kilometers they are in excellent condition. With proper maintenance, they can withstand up to 700 thousand km. Thanks to this endurance, the Iveco Daily is more often used for commercial purposes, but for a large family, the choice is simply excellent.

The main disadvantage of buying such a used minibus in the secondary market is expensive maintenance. You can not do without original spare parts, which are much more expensive than Russian and Chinese counterparts. Also, among the shortcomings, it should be noted a weak undercarriage, an engine that begins to break down on trifles after 130-140 thousand km, a weak paintwork and insufficient ground clearance for driving on a primer. Some owners also complain about the low level of sound insulation, the low quality of interior finishing and assembly materials.

However, such a cheap car is suitable for a large family or company for out-of-town trips or commercial trucking.It has a roomy interior, a luggage compartment, consumes an average of 8 to 10 liters of fuel, and is distinguished by a reliable gearbox. The indicated price tag corresponds to a car with a mileage of about 200 thousand km.

Reliable and roomy minibus for business or a large family is one of the most popular and reliable models on the secondary market. The prestige of the brand ensures demand for it, but problems can arise during daily use. Cross-country ability is not at the highest level, low ground clearance, not the most comfortable interior, unfortunate location of the box - buyers have a lot of complaints.

Service in general is expensive. Every 45,000 km you need to change the fuel filters. The engine can withstand even up to 1 million km of run, but intermediate repairs are needed after 200,000 km. The running gear on average works properly and flawlessly for at least 200,000 km. However, many owners note a small number of branded services for servicing such a machine, the high cost of original spare parts, high fuel consumption, as well as a capricious suspension and a quick failure of the paintwork.

A spacious Ford Transit minibus is an excellent solution for work or a large family, it allows you to travel with a company out of town on vacation or safely transport goods and passengers. In the secondary market, you can buy it for an average of 400,000 rubles, the mileage of cars aged about 8–9 years can reach up to 500,000 km.Most of all complaints are found in the engine - minor defects can appear after 100,000 km of run, the clutch works out for 60,000 km, and the paintwork is highly susceptible to rust and requires regular maintenance.

A cheap truck, although it received a lot of complaints from drivers, also has advantages - inexpensive repairs and replacement of spare parts, a comfortable and spacious interior, air conditioning, and maneuverability. Many believe that the car is not adapted for domestic roads - it has a stiff suspension, problems with cross-country ability. However, it starts quickly even at low temperatures.