Recently, right-hand drive Japanese cars are experiencing a rebirth of popularity not only in the Far East, but also in the European part of Russia.
Perhaps the best all-around option is the Toyota Corolla (Axio/Fielder). For a little over a million rubles, it’s possible to find a car made in 2016-2017. It can be either an Axio sedan or a Fielder station wagon. There are both hybrid versions and classic ones with a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated engine producing 109 hp. (both with a CVT), said expert of the magazine “Behind the Wheel” Alexander Vinogradov.
The advantages of the Toyota Corolla are its standard reliability and spaciousness. But the paintwork and metal of the body are not the thickest – it is recommended to immediately attend to anti-corrosion treatment.
In second place is the third generation Honda Fit. Car 2017-2018. There are also two options under the hood: hybrid (1.5 l, 110 hp) or naturally aspirated 1.3 l (100 hp). The box is only a variator. The car is reliable, but liquidity is slightly lower than that of the Corolla.
Third place in the ranking is occupied by the Nissan Note (e-Power hybrid). This is a compact single-volume car, the first generation of which was very popular in Russia. Now you can buy a copy of 2018-2019 for a million. Mostly hybrid versions of the e-Note are brought into the country, where the gasoline engine works as a generator for the electric motor, and the total power is 109 hp. Pros: modern hybrid system, unusual design. There are also nuances. Thus, a complex power plant can become the main source of potential problems and requires good diagnostics.
In fourth place is the Suzuki Hustler. Despite the modest numbers, this stylish hatchback surprises with its spaciousness and practicality. Equipped with a 660 cc engine and CVT. It has a unique design and compact size. The disadvantages include the small engine size.
The Toyota Roomy closes the top five. A microvan, which, for its modest external dimensions, offers a very roomy and well-thought-out interior. Equipped with a 1.0-liter turbo engine producing 98 hp. This model has “twin brothers” – Toyota Tank, Daihatsu Thor and others. The main advantage is the transformation of the interior in a small size. True, not everyone likes the appearance of this car.
It was previously reported that UAZ would rename the SUV for the first time in the history of the Hunter model.
