The line of SUVs is replenished with new models every year, but many motorists are in no hurry to change the seven-year-old Grand Cherokee for the newest Land Cruiser from the salon.
In the SUV segment, the priority is on the quality and reliability of the car, and not on new names. When compiling a rating of the best new cars for a difficult road, several parameters are taken into account: the reliability of the entire line, the number of breakdowns of the previous generation, possible factory defects, etc.
The main role is played by the reviews of mechanics and drivers who operate or repair the car on a daily basis. This approach guarantees that the new car of the brand will be no worse than the previous one, and if after a thorough five-day test drive the model does not cause any complaints, it can be safely put into the rating.
Suzuki grand vitara
This SUV remains the most reliable in the budget segment, and since the launch of the third generation in 2012, it is considered the best for getting around difficult terrain. A distinctive feature of the Vitara to this day remains a one-piece frame body, a long-travel suspension and a reduction gear with an optimal gear ratio of 1.8.
The price of the restyled version of the 4th generation of 2020 is from $ 23,000, this is a fairly modest price for high reliability and build quality. Vitara cannot compete with premium trim levels in terms of equipment and comfort systems. This is a car for work, reliable and safe, but Vitara will not let you relax while driving.
The five-door SUV offers a roomy trunk, leatherette interior, an abundance of plastic parts. By the way, the plastic is notable for its quality, soft panels do not crack, do not lose color and do not creak. Everything is very high quality screwed and stitched.
The power unit is represented by a 1.4-liter gasoline unit of the Boosterjet A class with a capacity of 140 liters. from. The motor of the automatic gearbox is aggregated, the drive is only full. The 2020 model is equipped with a good safety package: BSM, EBS, HAC, DAC, ABS, TPWS, LDA, Brake Assist. There is keyless entry, heated seats, a Start-Stop system, which provides an average fuel consumption of 6 liters in the combined cycle.
Jeep grand cherokee
For 28 years of production, the Cherokee has repeatedly received the title of the best, popular, legendary car. In 2020, the most popular is the modernized version of the fifth (KL) generation tested in two years. The concept debuted at the 2018 North American Auto Show.
The engineers had to, really had to do the fifth generation restyling, since the appearance of the 2014 line caused a lot of criticism and criticism from journalists. Due to the separated headlights of the head optics, the jeep received a very aggressive and non-standard look.
In the restyled version, the update fell on the front optics and the radiator grille, which was shifted down. The lighting units were installed with PTF and DRL head lighting LEDs.
A special feature of the profile of the SUV is the oversized stamped wheel arches. Seen from behind, the Cherokee's stern began to resemble the famous Jeep Compass. Changes in the interior design are almost imperceptible - these are excellent ergonomics, modern tracking, control and management systems.
The strength structure of the body is increased by 65% due to the use of composite materials and high-strength steels.
The 2020 model has received a new line of motors. The base remains the 24-liter 180-horsepower Tigershark of the fifth generation, the upgraded 3.2-liter V6 with a return of 271 hp. with., the engine range is supplemented by a 2-liter turbocharged unit with a capacity of 270 liters. and a moment of 400 Nm. Each engine is equipped with a single “automatic” with 9 steps.
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
This is not the first time Pajero Sport is among the top three leaders in its class. This is a rather unpretentious and productive car that easily overcomes such off-road terrain, where its eternal competitor Nissan Patrol does not pass.
The third generation restyling was presented in 2019 at an exhibition in Thailand. The all-wheel drive K2 class SUV has retained its signature appearance with two-row head optics, updating the radiator grille and the shape of the front bumper. A diffuser simulator appeared at the back, rear optics received new LED headlights and an embossed spoiler.
The interior of the cabin has also changed - there is an 8-inch display of the touchscreen multimedia complex and a new air conditioning unit. The third generation received modern security systems; complex Lane Change Assist monitors road markings, RCTA warns of rear side traffic.
The technical stuffing of the SUV repeats the previous generation. This is Super Select II all-wheel drive, four off-road modes for track conditions. The familiar productive 181-horsepower 4N15 diesel unit is installed under the hood, which produces a torque of 430 Nm. For the European market, the equipment is offered with a 3-liter gasoline engine with a capacity of 209 liters. from.
Volkswagen Atlas
For medium off-roading, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport all-wheel drive crossover was recognized as the best car in 2020. The K3 class model was presented in 2019 at the American Volkswagen plant in Tennessee (USA).
The Cross Sport prefix means that the equipment differs from the standard Atlas in a smaller wheelbase and dimensions. The sporty look of the crossover is given by the original glass line with a slight angle of inclination towards the C-pillar.
The crossover has a large trunk volume of 1141 liters, a sports steering wheel and all modern control and safety options: automatic emergency braking, blind spot control, adaptive cruise control, for a premium version, the adaptive system has an option to assist the driver when driving in a traffic jam. This means that the crossover starts moving on its own if the stop has lasted more than 3 seconds. Stopping is made by a button on the steering wheel.
The basic equipment offers 21-inch wheels, diode optics for head and auxiliary lighting, digital tidy, 8-inch screen of the multimedia complex, 12 speakers of the Fender audio system.
The power unit is represented by engines of the Atlas line: a 2-liter turbocharged TSI with a capacity of 238 hp. sec., a moment of 350 Nm, and a gasoline aspirated 3.4 liters, with a capacity of 280 liters. Four-wheel drive is activated via the 4Motion multi-plate clutch.
Nissan terrano
For some reason this car is not liked in Europe, but respected in Russia. A reliable, unpretentious SUV that easily tolerates low-quality fuel and is fully adapted to difficult driving conditions.
Terrano does not shine with the beauty of the body - many notice that the design is redesigned from the famous Renault Duster, the same angular shapes, rough lines of the roof and bumpers. The only graceful line is the curvature of the window line.
The world premiere took place at the Mumbai Motor Show in 2013. The Terrano SUV name was inherited by Nissan, which was the name for a large off-road line, produced from 1987-2007.
The model is based on a MacPherson strut platform for front and rear suspension or, depending on the drive, with a torsion beam at the rear. Four-wheel drive will be connected with the possibility of forced locking of the center coupling. Standard clearance for the class - 21 cm, trunk volume - 475 liters.
The SUV is equipped with one of four engines, the line includes both gasoline and diesel units. Gasoline: 1.6 and 2-liter engines are aggregated with a 6-speed manual gearbox or 4-range automatic transmission. Diesel installations with a volume of 1.5 liters, depending on the boost, produce a capacity of 85 and 110 liters. from.
Ford explorer
In 2019, the sixth generation of the all-wheel drive Ford Explorer SUV entered the market and is considered the best off-road vehicle in the North American continent.
In the Russian Federation, the fifth generation was very popular, which did not leave the assembly line for almost 10 years. But it was the fifth generation that became significant for the last frame Ford - the SUV lost the frame, the blocking of inter-wheel differentials and instead received the main front-wheel drive and the connection of the rear axle through an electromagnetic clutch.
The sixth generation in technical terms received a few "nostalgic" notes. No, Explorer didn't move to the frame, but got the CD6 platform, and this is the basic rear-wheel drive and longitudinal motor arrangement.
Due to the platform change, the SUV also received a completely new body design - this is a short overhang, embossed stampings on the sides.
The sixth generation has all modern control systems and is considered the most "stuffed" in the class by the amount of equipment. Is it a choice? a three-seater sofa in the second row or separate seats, three options for the layout of the passenger compartment, the Ford Co-Pilot 360 security complex with emergency braking, blind spot tracking, valet parking, adaptive cruise control, etc. For the first time, Ford installed the 12.3 -inch virtual instrument panel.
The power unit is equipped with turbocharged EcoBusts with a volume of 2.3 and 3 liters, a return of 304 and 370 liters. The transmission is equipped with a 10-speed torque converter, the box is a technical project developed by GM and Ford.
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
The Land Cruiser is a famous and iconic vehicle from the Japanese manufacturer. In terms of assembly reliability, the Land Cruiser is considered the best, in terms of unpretentiousness to fuel, it is second only to Lada 4x4, in terms of the number of breakdowns, the model is in third place after Grand Vitara and Pajero Sport.
The premiere of the updated version took place in 2017 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Technically, the SUV retained all the units and installations of the previous generation, but received significant changes in the interior of the cabin and body design.
The frame Land Cruiser Prado offers permanent all-wheel drive and downshift, a ground clearance of 21.5 cm, in a premium build worth $ 63,000 there is a Multi-terrain Select system with an automatic mode.
The architecture of the front pallet remained the same, but the design and packaging were completely revised. The base has an 8-inch touchscreen multimedia complex, climate and cruise control, a new steering wheel with switch paddles.
The power unit is represented by basic 2.7 and 4 liter gasoline engines. The weakest unit produces 163 liters. at a torque of 264 Nm, the powerful naturally aspirated V6 produces 249 hp. with a torque of 381 Nm. The diesel line consists of a single 2.7 liter turbocharged unit with a capacity of 177 liters. from.
In the rating of the best off-road cars, you can find both models of the budget segment and luxury equipment of the middle price range. Each driver can choose the car that suits his needs.
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- Suzuki grand vitara
- Jeep grand cherokee
- Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
- Volkswagen Atlas
- Nissan terrano
- Ford explorer
- Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
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The line of SUVs is replenished with new models every year, but many motorists are in no hurry to change the seven-year-old Grand Cherokee for the newest Land Cruiser from the salon.
In the SUV segment, the priority is on the quality and reliability of the car, and not on new names. When compiling a rating of the best new cars for a difficult road, several parameters are taken into account: the reliability of the entire line, the number of breakdowns of the previous generation, possible factory defects, etc.
The main role is played by the reviews of mechanics and drivers who operate or repair the car on a daily basis. This approach guarantees that the new car of the brand will be no worse than the previous one, and if after a thorough five-day test drive the model does not cause any complaints, it can be safely put into the rating.
Suzuki grand vitara
This SUV remains the most reliable in the budget segment, and since the launch of the third generation in 2012, it is considered the best for getting around difficult terrain. A distinctive feature of the Vitara to this day remains a one-piece frame body, a long-travel suspension and a reduction gear with an optimal gear ratio of 1.8.
The price of the restyled version of the 4th generation of 2020 is from $ 23,000, this is a fairly modest price for high reliability and build quality. This is a car for work, reliable and safe, but Vitara will not let you relax while driving.
The five-door SUV offers a roomy trunk, leatherette interior, an abundance of plastic parts. Everything is very high quality screwed and stitched.
The power unit is represented by a 1.4-liter gasoline unit of the Boosterjet A class with a capacity of 140 liters. There is keyless entry, heated seats, a Start-Stop system, which provides an average fuel consumption of 6 liters in the combined cycle.
Jeep grand cherokee
For 28 years of production, the Cherokee has repeatedly received the title of the best, popular, legendary car. The concept debuted at the 2018 North American Auto Show.
The engineers had to, really had to do the fifth generation restyling, since the appearance of the 2014 line caused a lot of criticism and criticism from journalists. Due to the separated headlights of the head optics, the jeep received a very aggressive and non-standard look.
In the restyled version, the update fell on the front optics and the radiator grille, which was shifted down. The lighting units were installed with PTF and DRL head lighting LEDs.
A special feature of the profile of the SUV is the oversized stamped wheel arches. Changes in the interior design are almost imperceptible - these are excellent ergonomics, modern tracking, control and management systems.
The strength structure of the body is increased by 65% due to the use of composite materials and high-strength steels.
The 2020 model has received a new line of motors. Each engine is equipped with a single “automatic” with 9 steps.
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
This is not the first time Pajero Sport is among the top three leaders in its class. This is a rather unpretentious and productive car that easily overcomes such off-road terrain, where its eternal competitor Nissan Patrol does not pass.
The third generation restyling was presented in 2019 at an exhibition in Thailand. The all-wheel drive K2 class SUV has retained its signature appearance with two-row head optics, updating the radiator grille and the shape of the front bumper. A diffuser simulator appeared at the back, rear optics received new LED headlights and an embossed spoiler.
The interior of the cabin has also changed - there is an 8-inch display of the touchscreen multimedia complex and a new air conditioning unit. The third generation received modern security systems; complex Lane Change Assist monitors road markings, RCTA warns of rear side traffic.
The technical stuffing of the SUV repeats the previous generation. from.
Volkswagen Atlas
For medium off-roading, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport all-wheel drive crossover was recognized as the best car in 2020. The K3 class model was presented in 2019 at the American Volkswagen plant in Tennessee (USA).
The Cross Sport prefix means that the equipment differs from the standard Atlas in a smaller wheelbase and dimensions. The sporty look of the crossover is given by the original glass line with a slight angle of inclination towards the C-pillar.
The crossover has a large trunk volume of 1141 liters, a sports steering wheel and all modern control and safety options: automatic emergency braking, blind spot control, adaptive cruise control, for a premium version, the adaptive system has an option to assist the driver when driving in a traffic jam. Stopping is made by a button on the steering wheel.
The basic equipment offers 21-inch wheels, diode optics for head and auxiliary lighting, digital tidy, 8-inch screen of the multimedia complex, 12 speakers of the Fender audio system.
The power unit is represented by engines of the Atlas line: a 2-liter turbocharged TSI with a capacity of 238 hp. Four-wheel drive is activated via the 4Motion multi-plate clutch.
Nissan terrano
For some reason this car is not liked in Europe, but respected in Russia. A reliable, unpretentious SUV that easily tolerates low-quality fuel and is fully adapted to difficult driving conditions.
Terrano does not shine with the beauty of the body - many notice that the design is redesigned from the famous Renault Duster, the same angular shapes, rough lines of the roof and bumpers. The only graceful line is the curvature of the window line.
The world premiere took place at the Mumbai Motor Show in 2013. The Terrano SUV name was inherited by Nissan, which was the name for a large off-road line, produced from 1987-2007.
The model is based on a MacPherson strut platform for front and rear suspension or, depending on the drive, with a torsion beam at the rear. Standard clearance for the class - 21 cm, trunk volume - 475 liters.
The SUV is equipped with one of four engines, the line includes both gasoline and diesel units. from.
Ford explorer
In 2019, the sixth generation of the all-wheel drive Ford Explorer SUV entered the market and is considered the best off-road vehicle in the North American continent.
In the Russian Federation, the fifth generation was very popular, which did not leave the assembly line for almost 10 years. But it was the fifth generation that became significant for the last frame Ford - the SUV lost the frame, the blocking of inter-wheel differentials and instead received the main front-wheel drive and the connection of the rear axle through an electromagnetic clutch.
The sixth generation in technical terms received a few "nostalgic" notes. No, the Explorer didn't move to the frame, but got the CD6 platform, and this is the basic rear-wheel drive and longitudinal motor arrangement.
Due to the platform change, the SUV also received a completely new body design - this is a short overhang, embossed stampings on the sides.
The sixth generation has all modern control systems and is considered the most "stuffed" in the class by the amount of equipment. For the first time, Ford has fitted a 12.3-inch virtual instrument cluster to the model.
The power unit is equipped with turbocharged EcoBusts with a volume of 2.3 and 3 liters, a return of 304 and 370 liters. The transmission is equipped with a 10-speed torque converter, the box is a technical project developed by GM and Ford.
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
The Land Cruiser is a famous and iconic vehicle from the Japanese manufacturer. In terms of assembly reliability, the Land Cruiser is considered the best, in terms of unpretentiousness to fuel, it is second only to Lada 4x4, in terms of the number of breakdowns, the model is in third place after Grand Vitara and Pajero Sport.
The premiere of the updated version took place in 2017 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Technically, the SUV retained all the units and installations of the previous generation, but received significant changes in the interior of the cabin and body design.
The frame Land Cruiser Prado offers full-time all-wheel drive and downshift, a ground clearance of 21.5 cm, in a premium build worth $ 63,000 there is a Multi-terrain Select system with an automatic mode.
The architecture of the front pallet remained the same, but the design and packaging were completely revised. The base has an 8-inch touchscreen multimedia complex, climate and cruise control, a new steering wheel with switch paddles.
The power unit is represented by basic 2.7 and 4 liter gasoline engines. from.
In the rating of the best off-road cars, you can find both models of the budget segment and luxury equipment of the middle price range. Each driver can choose the car that suits his needs.
