10 Most Reliable Chinese Cars of 2022

The relatively low price often raises concerns about the quality of the product. This also applies to cars made in China. There are a lot of rumors and stereotypes about them, and we will try to dispel those related to reliability in our rating. Here are the highest quality Chinese cars in three segments: sedans, crossovers and SUVs.
 
  Name
  Rating
  Nomination

The most reliable Chinese sedans

1 Hongqi H5 4.72
Premium car with an adequate price tag
2 Geely EMGRAND EC77 4.58
Best price. The safest car
3 LIFAN Solano 2 4.44
Spacious interior

The most reliable Chinese crossovers

1 Geely Atlas Pro 4.87
most popular crossover
2 FAW Besturn X40 4.76
The best ratio of price and quality. Economical fuel consumption
3 Changan CS35 4.51
Large selection of kits
4 Dongfeng AX7 4.34
Lots of electronics

The most reliable Chinese SUVs

1 Haval H9 4.65
The best Chinese SUV
2 Great Wall Hover H5 4.61
The most reliable car
3 JAC S3 4.39
SUV at an affordable price

China is a peculiar economic phenomenon. Until recently, this country was associated exclusively with low-quality fakes, and today it is one of the leading suppliers of goods for various purposes. Moreover, the Celestial Empire has also mastered very complex markets, for example, the automobile market. Hundreds of thousands of cars leave the conveyors of China every year and disperse around the world. Concerns absorb European and American giants, adopting their experience and supplementing their ideas.

The main advantage of Chinese cars is the price. You can take any crossover or sedan and compare it to a European-made model, and the difference will be huge. True, low reliability is reproached for these machines, but this is rather a stereotype that the models that are in our rating successfully debunk.

We carefully studied Chinese manufacturers and their products, selected the most reliable cars. We will consider sedans, crossovers and SUVs, both export ones, that is, assembled specifically for Russia or another country, and cars for the domestic market.

In 2021, the international research agency J.D. Power conducted a large-scale study and interviewed Chinese car users about their reliability. The list of questions concerned both the motor part and electronics, as well as the appearance. The results showed that by 2021 the quality of Chinese cars has increased significantly. Apparently manufacturers listen to their customers and try to eliminate the existing shortcomings.

This rating is based on the opinions of users and their feedback on various thematic resources, as well as tests conducted by professionals. Another argument is the popularity of the car among buyers. This aspect indicates the level of trust in a particular brand or model, and therefore can be regarded as a reliability factor. After all, if the car is of poor quality, it is unlikely to be bought again, and fame spreads quickly over the network, so negativity cannot be avoided.

The most reliable Chinese sedans

According to reports from Chinese concerns, sedans are not the most popular class. At least when it comes to export options.There are many models in this segment, but in most cases they are used in the domestic market. Separately, it is necessary to mention the premium segment. These cars are not so common on the roads of Russia or Europe. They are quite expensive and many are afraid to buy them. But studies have shown that in many ways they are not inferior to world brands in terms of quality and reliability, and often even outperform them.

Top 3. LIFAN Solano 2

Rating (2022): 4.44
Spacious interior

Chinese sedan with the most spacious and comfortable interior. Both the driver and 4 passengers feel comfortable in it, not constrained in their personal space.

  • Average price: 890,000 rubles.
  • Engine power (hp): 106
  • Engine displacement (cc): 1600
  • Gearbox: mechanics
  • Fuel consumption (l/100 km): 7
  • Ground clearance (mm): 140

One of the complaints often addressed to Chinese manufacturers is the modest size of the cabin. Some of it makes sense. If we consider many sedans, they are really very crowded, and against this background, Lifan Solano compares favorably with them. There is a really large salon, in which it is very comfortable to be even when the car is fully loaded. This is easy to see from the outside. Big, serious sedan, not a subcompact. A car is produced specifically for Russia and the CIS countries, and, apparently, this was the reason for the increase in the cabin. Another factor that indicates that Chinese engineers listen to their customers. At the end of 2020, Solano is the most reliable and best-selling car in Russia.

Pros and cons
  • Roomy interior
  • Large dimensions
  • High maintainability
  • Attractive appearance
  • Lots of marriage
  • The car hasn't changed in years.

Top 2. Geely EMGRAND EC77

Rating (2022): 4.58
Best price

The cheapest Chinese sedan, costing about 15% less than its closest competitors.

The safest car

According to the results of tests conducted by a popular automotive publication, this is the safest model, equipped with a large number of electronics and protective systems.

  • Average price: 780,000 rubles.
  • Engine power (hp): 184
  • Engine displacement (cc): 1800
  • Gearbox: 6-speed automatic
  • Fuel consumption (l/100 km): 8.2
  • Ground clearance (mm): 163

According to tests conducted by the magazine "Za Rulem", GEELY EMGRAND EC77 is the safest car in its class. It has a lot of auxiliary electronics and safety systems. There is also a very high ground clearance and a lot of pleasant things related to the convenience of the driver and passengers. But the main advantage of the sedan is the price. For Russia, Jilly is one of the best-selling cars, largely due to the price tag. In the maximum configuration, it costs about 780 thousand rubles, and given the rich equipment, this is a very attractive amount. And the main and probably the only drawback is the paint. The coverage is weak and it does not change from model to model.

Pros and cons
  • Very attractive price tag
  • Rich equipment
  • High security
  • Produced specifically for Russia and the CIS
  • Weak paintwork
  • There is a factory marriage

Top 1. Hongqi H5

Rating (2022): 4.72
Premium car with an adequate price tag

A premium sedan that was originally produced exclusively for the Chinese government, but later appeared on free sale with the most attractive price tag.

  • Average price: 1,600,000 rubles.
  • Engine power (hp): 188
  • Engine displacement (cc): 1800
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Fuel consumption (l/100 km): 6.2
  • Ground clearance (mm): 140

Most of us have probably never seen this Chinese sedan on the road. The thing is that it appeared on free sale recently and has not yet managed to gain universal popularity. The brand belongs to the FAW concern. Initially, he focused exclusively on the nomenclature cluster, but later it was decided to release the car for free sale. It has all the elements of a premium sedan: a lot of electronics and rich equipment. In addition, this is the most reliable car, since Mazda engineers took part in its creation, and the manufacturer simply could not lose face. Specifically for Russia, this car is not yet produced, but by 2021, 23 showrooms have already been opened and their number is growing.

Pros and cons
  • Rich equipment
  • Lots of electronics
  • Premium class
  • Quality build
  • High price
  • While a rare guest in Russia
  • Lots of similarities with Mazda 6

The most reliable Chinese crossovers

Crossover is the most popular class of car. A versatile car that can easily fit your whole family and a large amount of luggage, and, if necessary, work as an SUV. According to data from the Middle Kingdom, it is crossovers that are the most exported cars. They are produced by almost all brands and the lineup is regularly updated. Even market leaders have appeared that have not left the assembly lines for 7 or more years, and this is without a radical restyling.

Top 4. Dongfeng AX7

Rating (2022): 4.34
Lots of electronics

A car with a huge number of electronic chips, some of which are found exclusively on premium cars. At the same time, the price tag is very low even for a Chinese brand.

  • Average price: 1,300,000 rubles.
  • Engine power (hp): 140
  • Engine size (cc): 2000
  • Gearbox: automatic/mechanics
  • Fuel consumption (l/100 km): 8.7
  • Ground clearance (mm): 180

This crossover first appeared on the market in 2016. Then it was produced in 4 versions, but later only two versions remained: Prestige and Luxury. The difference between them is 100 thousand rubles, while the same motors are on board, and only the electronic filling is different. But even in the basic version, this is a very modern and most reliable crossover. Its main difference is a huge amount of electronics. It does not make sense to list all the chips, let's just say that some options are found exclusively on premium cars. At the same time, Dongfeng cannot be called such, if only because of the price. By the standards of the modern market, it is quite cheap. At least when compared with the most popular crossover models.

Pros and cons
  • Attractive price
  • Lots of electronic options
  • The dealer price does not change depending on the region
  • Not the richest interior
  • Only two types of kits

Top 3. Changan CS35

Rating (2022): 4.51
Large selection of kits

The manufacturer offers a choice of more than 10 configuration options. There are models with small engines and economical consumption, as well as real off-road monsters with rich internal and external equipment.

  • Average price: 1,300,000-2,000,000 rubles.
  • Engine power (hp): 128-190
  • Engine displacement (cc): 1500-2000
  • Gearbox: mechanics / automatic
  • Fuel consumption (l/100 km): 6-9
  • Ground clearance (mm): 180

In recent years, China has become famous for offering a very wide range of products. Including cars. And this manufacturer offers a wide choice even within the same model. This crossover is available with a variety of engines and equipment. There are modest variations with small engines in terms of power and volume, and real off-road vehicles that are not afraid of any obstacles. You can also choose the interior decoration and equipment. There are so many offers that you can take exactly the options that you need and not overpay for unnecessary ones. In addition, the price varies greatly. In the minimum configuration, this crossover costs 1.3 million rubles.

Pros and cons
  • Many configurations
  • Affordable price
  • A rare guest on the roads of Russia

Top 2. FAW Besturn X40

Rating (2022): 4.76
The best ratio of price and quality

A business-class crossover, similar in characteristics to an SUV, but with an attractive price tag and the richest possible equipment.

Economical fuel consumption

Despite the impressive dimensions and heavy weight, the car consumes only 5.5 liters of fuel in mixed mode. The most economical crossover.

  • Average price: 1,570,000 rubles.
  • Engine power (hp): 108
  • Engine size (cc): 1598
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Fuel consumption (l/100 km): 5.5
  • Ground clearance (mm): 190

The Chinese brand FAW is known as the most versatile automaker. It produces both special equipment and premium SUVs for the nomenclature. Before us is the second option, although it was produced immediately for mass consumption. The Besturn X40 is new in 2021, and it cannot be said that this is the best-selling crossover for Russia.On the contrary, it is quite rare. Although the price is adequate for this segment, and the characteristics are quite acceptable. Yes, there is not the most powerful engine here, but it copes with its tasks. In addition, inside it is a real premium class: rich finishes and a lot of electronics, high-quality music and auxiliary systems.

Pros and cons
  • Economic consumption
  • Lots of useful features
  • Roomy trunk
  • Rich interior
  • Weak engine
  • No configuration options
  • Rarely found in showrooms

Top 1. Geely Atlas Pro

Rating (2022): 4.87
most popular crossover

The car that became the best-selling in Russia in 2021. An updated model that has been on the assembly line for more than 7 years. A real long-liver by today's standards.

  • Average price: 2,100,000 rubles.
  • Engine power (hp): 177
  • Engine displacement (cc): 1477
  • Gearbox: 7-position robot
  • Fuel consumption (l/100 km): 6.8
  • Ground clearance (mm): 170

According to the results of several years at once, the Jilly crossover is the best-selling Chinese-made car. Atlas Pro is another upgrade of a classic that has been on the production line for 7 years now. The car has become more reliable and comfortable. There are new "chips" that were not in previous versions. But the main feature is that it is a true hybrid with a 48-volt starter-alternator and a very compact battery. With its rather modest technical characteristics, this is a real monster, and even severe off-road conditions are not scary for him. True, the clearance remained small, and the price became unaffordable for many. However, the model is new and, probably, next year we will see a widespread price reduction.

Pros and cons
  • Full hybrid
  • popular model
  • Improved Equipment
  • Small difference in price between different configurations
  • Low ground clearance for crossover
  • High price
  • Rarely seen in showrooms

The most reliable Chinese SUVs

The SUV is a segment that many users have doubts about. Such a car can hardly be called a real all-terrain vehicle and, in fact, its only difference from a crossover is an increased ground clearance. Yes, here you can find more powerful engines, and the luggage capacity is higher, but the difference in dry numbers is insignificant. That is why Chinese SUVs are an infrequent occurrence on the roads of other countries, although they are in great demand within the state. Concerns do not stop producing them and even increase their turnover.

Top 3. JAC S3

Rating (2022): 4.39
SUV at an affordable price

The cheapest SUV, whose base price is about 20% lower than that of competitors with similar characteristics.

  • Average price: 1,000,000 rubles.
  • Engine power (hp): 143
  • Engine displacement (cc): 1500
  • Gearbox: mechanics
  • Fuel consumption (l/100 km): 8.8
  • Ground clearance (mm): 200

The SUV is a rather expensive segment. And it doesn't matter who produces it, China or Germany. But there are always exceptions, and one of them is now before us. This is the cheapest car in its class. Its price in the basic and complete configuration does not exceed one million. However, it cannot be said that he is modest or unreliable. There are a lot of electronics and modern chips. Yes, not the most powerful motor, and the box is only mechanical, but these are the nuances that allow you to save a lot.In addition, the car looks very attractive.

Pros and cons
  • Budget SUV
  • Attractive design
  • Few configuration options
  • Not the most powerful motor
  • Few official services
  • Meets marriage

Top 2. Great Wall Hover H5

Rating (2022): 4.61
The most reliable car

An SUV that has proven itself to be a real workhorse. Machine for the most difficult tasks, not for simple pokatushek around the city.

  • Average price: 1,100,000 rubles.
  • Engine power (hp): 136/150
  • Engine displacement (cc): 2000/2400
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Fuel consumption (l/100 km): 8.4
  • Ground clearance (mm): 200

Great Wall Hover has been on the market for over 20 years. A real long-liver by today's standards. And such popularity is easily explained. The car has established itself as the most reliable, hardy unit. This is not a classic SUV, which has only the appearance and high ground clearance from an SUV. Great Wall Hover is really able to cope with the harsh off-road and work for its intended purpose. In certain years, it was the best-selling Chinese-made car, and the concern was constantly restyling. But the update rate is not so high and new items appear at best once every three years. However, the brand does not focus on external factors. The stuffing and reliability are important here, and they remain unchanged from model to model.

Pros and cons
  • Reliable technology
  • Full SUV
  • Fast acceleration
  • There are modifications on the machine and mechanics
  • Rarely updated
  • Not the most attractive looking car

Top 1. Haval H9

Rating (2022): 4.65
The best Chinese SUV

A full-fledged SUV with a powerful engine and high ground clearance.The product of the development of Chinese, Japanese and European engineers.

  • Average price: 2,700,000 rubles.
  • Engine power (hp): 190/245
  • Engine size (cc): 2000
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Fuel consumption (l / 100 km): 9 / 9.5
  • Ground clearance (mm): 206

This Chinese SUV is often confused with the flagship from Toyota. It is similar to him in appearance and equipment. In addition, it is the most reliable car in its segment. For Russia, Haval is supplied in two versions. They differ only in the engine. The first is petrol, the second is diesel. The rest of the differences are related to this. In terms of interior decoration and electronic filling, there is no difference. The manufacturer has collected all the top options and created the most modern premium SUV. This monster accelerates to a hundred in just 12 seconds, which, with such dimensions, is a very good indicator. True, the price tag here is appropriate, but it is fully consistent with the equipment.

Pros and cons
  • Top set of options
  • High reliability
  • high ground clearance
  • Powerful motor
  • Very high price
  • No variety of kit types
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