Rating content:
- Lexus rx
- Bmw x5
- Mercedes-Benz GLC
- Lexus nx
- Mercedes-Benz E-Class
- Lexus lx
- Bmw 5-series
- Mercedes-Benz GLS
- Bmw x6
- Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Premium cars have always been in demand and the drop in price has been minimal. According to available information, in 2018 alone, 140,000 premium cars were sold in Russia. This figure is 0.3% more than last year and 0.4% more than in 2016. Often, premium cars can surprise you with luxurious interiors, powerful engines and elegant looks that are not found in conventional cars. To do this, consider the TOP-10 of the most popular premium cars in Russia.
1. New Lexus RX
The Lexus RX crossover remains the leader in the rating of premium cars in Russia. According to Rosstat, dealerships sold 9415 units of this model. The crossover rating has grown by 20%, respectively, the car itself has become more popular. Today, Russia offers three basic configurations, including a hybrid version.
Among the engines are three different, completely gasoline L4, 2.0-liter and V6, 3.5-liter, the power of the units is 238 and 300 horses, respectively. The hybrid unit is built on the basis of a V6 with a volume of 3.5 liters, but paired with an electric motor can only produce 262 hp. The basic configuration of the Lexus RX crossover will cost from 3,011,000 rubles, the hybrid version of the RX450h, then the start from 4,843,000 rubles.
2. Legendary BMW X5
The second position in the rating was taken by the legendary premium SUV BMW X5. This model can be considered a cult one, as its popularity has only grown in recent years. Since the beginning of the year, 6720 cars of this model have found their owners in Russia, and these are only new ones. This figure is 26% more than for the entire 2016.
The buyer is offered a choice of gasoline or diesel engines paired with a Steptronic automatic transmission. The simplest crossover BMW X5 will cost from 4,750,000 rubles, the top version from 6,200,000 rubles. This car is not only the status, but also the character of the driver.
3. Coupe-like SUV Mercedes-Benz GLC
As statistics showed, the Mercedes-Benz GLC turned out to be no less popular premium car. Dealerships managed to sell 6,650 vehicles of this model, sales growth of 27%. On the Russian market, they offer complete sets with gasoline and diesel engines.
Only an automatic transmission and four-wheel drive are paired. Among the gasoline units there are three options, with a capacity of 197, 258 and 510 hp, two diesel engines, with a capacity of 194 and 245 hp. As for the price, starting from 3,650,000 rubles, the charged AMG version will cost from 7,770,000 r.
4. Crossover Lexus NX
At first glance, the new Lexus NX reminds many of the leader of the rating - RX, but there are still differences, both external and technical characteristics. The sales figures of the leader of the 4th position are 6495 cars since the beginning of the year, which is 0.3% more than in the previous year. Under the hood of the crossover, it is proposed to install three different engines, including a hybrid installation.
For the usual configurations of the Lexus NX, two two-liter units are available, with a capacity of 150 and 238 horses. The hybrid installation is based on a 2.4-liter engine with a total capacity of 155 horses. The pair is paired with an automatic 6-speed or continuously variable transmission. The crossover drive depends on the configuration, it can only be front or full. The basic version will cost from 2,149,000 rubles.
5. New Mercedes-Benz E-Class
The five leaders are closed by the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and, surprisingly, a new sedan has been registered among the massive crossovers. The peculiarity of this sedan is that it is medium in size, it is not a long S class, but also not a short C-scale. Since the beginning of the year, 6092 cars of this model have been sold, which is 15.5% more than last year.
We can say this is the golden mean, besides, the variety in characteristics will surprise even the most demanding. You can choose between petrol, diesel or hybrid options. There are three diesel units, with a capacity of 150, 194 and 340 horses, this version of the sedan is equipped only with an automatic transmission. There are about 5 gasoline engines with a capacity of 197, 211, 367, 435 and 612 hp. Unlike diesel, gasoline options are available with automatic or manual transmission, the drive can be rear or full. For a snack, there was a hybrid configuration based on a 2.0-liter gasoline engine and a total power of 211 hp. Only an automatic transmission is paired. Start prices from 3,180,000 rubles.
6. SUV Lexus LX
The second five of the rating of the most popular premium cars in Russia is opened by the Lexus LX. This is a legend that has won more than one fan and showed itself from different sides. This model is often compared to the Toyota Land Cruiser and for good reason, since it is a subsidiary. In 2019, 5135 cars were sold, but the sales figure fell by 20%, which is the most in this rating.
For engines, the choice is not large, there are only two options, gasoline or diesel, one engine for each. The gasoline engine of the Dual VVT-i family, with a volume of 5.7 liters (367 hp), is paired with only an 8-speed automatic transmission. Diesel DOHC, with a volume of 4.5 liters and a capacity of 272 hp. Unlike gasoline, diesel is equipped with 6 tbsp. Automatic transmission. The drive of the models is permanent full. Crossover starting price from 6,411,000 r.
7. BMW 5-Series Sedan
The seventh position was received by the BMW 5-Series, like its predecessor, it is also a legend. The change of generations only added fans and repeatedly proved its advantage. In 6.5 months of 2019, 4,919 units of this model were sold, which is 11% more than last year. You can choose between gasoline and diesel engines. In total, there are 8 different configurations offered in Russia. The drive can be rear or full, but the transmission is automatic. The starting price of the simplest sedan (note that only sedans are officially sold in Russia) will cost from 3,080,000 rubles. A charged M Sport will cost from 4,030,000 rubles.
8. Mercedes-Benz GLS
The Mercedes-Benz GLS SUV turned out to be less popular, it is also the heir of the GL class. 4405 cars were sold, with sales falling by 13.6%. In fact, this is an improved and modernized GL class, which is also designed for three rows of seats.
You can choose between a gasoline or diesel engine. The transmission of the car is automatic 9G-Tronic, there were no mechanics, and will not be, according to the manufacturer. Drive the massive 4Matic crossover. As for the price, the car is not with cheap premiums, the start is from 6,900,000 rubles, the top version is from 8,800,000 rubles.
9. BMW X6
The penultimate ninth position was taken by the BMW X6. The manufacturer explains such popularity and not the highest rating by an outdated body design, and the price is not the lowest. 3942 cars have been sold since the beginning of the year, which is 3.2% less than last year. It is worth noting that a new generation is available on the Russian market, which is gradually beginning to displace the previous one.
The starting price of the BMW X6 generation being sold is from RUB 4,940,000, the new generation will cost from RUB 5,420,000. Gasoline and diesel units are available for units, the transmission is only automatic Steptronic, and the drive is fully connected.
10. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
The compact Mercedes-Benz C-Class closes the rating of the most popular new premium class cars in Russia. Unlike the E class, it is smaller, but still no less popular. Dealerships have sold 3,833 vehicles since the beginning of the year, which is 3% more than in the previous year.
The main nuance of this model is that in Russia it is officially available only with gasoline engines. The 9G-Tronic automatic transmission is paired. The cheapest sedan will cost from 2,380,000 rubles, the top-end AMG C63 from 6,190,000 rubles.
Having considered all the cars in the rating of premium cars in Russia, we can say that the Mercedes-Benz brand is most in demand (presenting two crossovers and two sedans in the rating), the second and third places are shared by Lexus and BMW. At the same time, Lexus is presented only in the crossover class, BMW showed two crossovers and a sedan. In all likelihood, these brands will continue to keep the rating of the most popular brands among popular cars in Russia.
