Today, the cheapest first-generation Porsche Cayenne in Russia can be bought for 500-800 thousand rubles. A comparable amount will have to be paid for a battered BMW X5 from the late nineties or an early Mercedes-Benz ML. For more information about which premium crossovers from the past can be purchased with a budget of up to 1 million rubles, see the article in Motor magazine.
Porsche Cayenne
Back in 2002, the Porsche Cayenne crossover, built on the same platform and units as the Volkswagen Touareg, saved the German company from bankruptcy thanks to huge demand.
You can’t expect trouble-free operation from a twenty-year-old Porsche Cayenne for 500 thousand rubles with a mileage of about 300 thousand km (estimated on the odometer). Sometimes the desire to join the premium segment outweighs problems with finding spare parts, their high cost and potential problems with repairs.
Porsche Cayenne
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Porsche Cayenne
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Judging by the classifications, now the most affordable first-generation Porsche Cayenne in Russia is a car manufactured in 2004-2005, with a declared mileage of 250-350 thousand km, a worn windshield, cloudy headlights and a laconic description. Owners ask 500-600 thousand rubles for such cars and usually assure the buyer that the engine, gearbox and air suspension are in good working order. Additional questions are encouraged to be asked by phone. Few people admit that a car requires significant investment.
Mercedes-Benz ML
Mercedes-Benz released the first generation of the ML SUV in early 1997 and proved that SUVs can be not only utilitarian, but also luxurious. In addition, the ML received a stability control system (ESP), capable of preventing rollovers, as well as an electronic traction control system.
The production line of ML engines included a 2.7 in-line diesel “five”, as well as a 3.2-liter gasoline V6, which has a significant resource. The first Mercedes-Benz crossover also had a sports modification, the ML55 AMG, with a 5.4-liter V8, which produced 347 horsepower and accelerated to “hundreds” in 6.3 seconds—at the level of sports cars of those years.
Nowadays, copies of the first years of production without through corrosion, but with an impressive mileage of 250-350 thousand km, cost at least 400 thousand rubles. The most expensive first-generation Mercedes-Benz ML in Russia are estimated at 1.2-1.4 million rubles. It is important to emphasize that the first generation Mercedes-Benz ML is not some kind of SUV, but the very best SUV with a frame at the base and a range in the transmission.
Mercedes-Benz ML
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Mercedes-Benz ML interior
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Mercedes-Benz ML
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BMW X5
The first generation of the BMW X5 at the turn of the century also revolutionized the car market. The Bavarian automaker set itself the goal of making a sports car in the back of an SUV and successfully achieved it. At the same time, “Ikspyaty” was driven like a passenger car. This car was chosen for its status and handling combined with practicality.
Today, prices for used first-generation BMW X5s start at 500 thousand rubles for cars from the early 2000s with a mileage of over 300 thousand km and problems with re-registration. For cars without obvious problems with documents they ask for a minimum of 700 thousand rubles and more.
BMW X5
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BMW X5
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BMW X5 interior
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The old X5s were distinguished by well-thought-out ergonomics, high-quality finishing materials and excellent sound insulation. The flagship engine was the 4.4-liter V8 M62 with 286 hp. Acceleration to “hundreds” took 7.5 seconds, the maximum speed reached 230 km/h. There was also an X5 4.6is with a 347-horsepower engine.
Range Rover
In 2002, the third generation of the British Range Rover SUV debuted with the factory index L322. It was developed with the participation of specialists from the parent concern BMW at that time and was designed for the installation of German power units.
The car with a steel load-bearing body and aluminum hanging parts retains the recognizable features of its predecessors – a sloping roof and a visually continuous glazing line. The interior of the Range Rover used soft semi-aniline leather, polished wood, and soft plastics – a classic set for luxury cars of the early 2000s.
Range Rover Vogue
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Range Rover Vogue interior
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Range Rover Vogue
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Range Rover
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Among the innovative technical solutions, the car, in particular, “tried on” air suspension with variable stiffness and ground clearance. Even then, the Range Rover had a system for selecting driving modes depending on the type of Terrain Response surface.
The off-road arsenal includes downshifts, locking center and rear cross-axle differentials. Used Range Rovers from the early 2000s are now valued at a minimum of 500 thousand rubles. The maximum price for such cars is 1.5 million rubles. Mileage – up to 500 thousand km.
Lexus LX
Compared to European premium SUVs, the Lexus LX, built on the basis of the Toyota Land Cruiser 100, still retains its residual value much better. Among the cars produced in 1999-2000 put up for sale in classifieds, you cannot find a copy cheaper than 1.3 million rubles. Moreover, owners strive to earn such amounts for cars with mileage under 500 thousand km.
Lexus LX first generation
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Lexus LX first generation
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Later 20-year-old copies with a modest mileage of 200 thousand km for this age are already valued at 3.5-3.7 million rubles. The Japanese SUV has an extremely durable 4.7-liter V8 engine, a powerful frame and a high-quality interior made of thick leather.
Infiniti FX
The Infiniti FX crossover, which debuted in 2003, stood out from its competitors with its unusual design and platform from a sports sedan. Thanks to its long hood and sloping roof, this crossover still looks like a concept car that was accidentally put into mass production.
Infiniti FX
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Infiniti FX
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Infiniti FX
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Infiniti FX
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The car was equipped with naturally aspirated V6 and V8 engines. The base 3.5-liter V6 produced 280 hp, while the 5.0-liter V8 produced 390 hp. Controllability was provided by a proprietary all-wheel drive system, capable of transferring up to 100% of torque to the rear axle. The FX50 also featured active steering rear suspension. Prices for used first-generation Infiniti FX in Russia range from 500 thousand rubles to 2 million rubles.
