22 best diesel cars

Despite the fact that diesel cars are on the verge of a ban, the interest in them from the Russian consumers is not decreasing. Moreover, experts note an increase in sales of cars operating on diesel. Even a higher price for a diesel modification compared to the same gasoline model does not stop motorists. What attracts a separate category of motorists cars with diesel engines?

Advantages of diesel cars

1. Economical consumption. When a car owner has to move a lot at work or want to see the world, then preference should be given to a diesel car. On average, it consumes less fuel, which makes the cost of transportation cheaper.
2. Strength. Heavy fuel engines have high torque. They create a lot of traction, which is required for the carriage of goods, when driving on the road. Therefore, buying commercial vans, pickups or SUVs is more profitable with a diesel engine.
3. Durability. In recent years, the quality of diesel engines has improved significantly. Accurate dimensions, reliable materials, durable units make diesel cars durable and durable. Some motors have a lifespan in the region of 1 million km.
4. Demand in the secondary market. Specialists in the sale of used cars found another advantage of diesel engines. They are not so cheap as gasoline models. And interest in diesel engines in the secondary market remains high.
5. Security. When choosing the type of motor should pay attention to safety. Since diesel fuel is inflamed worse than gasoline, you should not be afraid of ignition of fuel under the hood. In addition, the diesel engine does not have high-voltage wires, which also has a positive effect on safety.
6. Myths and Reality. With respect to diesel cars, some myths continue to exist.
7. Noise. If before the diesel heart under the hood gave a characteristic loud roar, then today the average man in the street will not determine the type of engine sound. Even standing next to the hood is difficult to guess the combustible type of fuel.
8. Black exhaust. Older cars that run on diesel fuel, present themselves as black smoke from the exhaust pipe. Modern cars are equipped with afterburner exhaust gases, so it is impossible to visually guess the type of engine.
9. Cold lounge. In winter, diesel engines warm up to operating temperature longer. Therefore, the cold inside the car for a long time. To solve this problem, many manufacturers equip machines with autonomous heaters or reheaters. In such cars in the cabin in the winter is always warm.

We selected a review of the 22 best diesel cars. All of them are supplied to the Russian market, and some are also collected in our country. The distribution of places in the rating took into account the opinion of authoritative experts and reviews of domestic motorists.

Top Diesel Car Rating

Nomination	a place	Name of product	rating
The best inexpensive cars with a diesel engine	1	Kia soul	5.0
	2	Renault Duster	4.9
	3	Ssangyong actyon	4.8
	4	Peugeot 308	4.7
The best cars with a diesel engine	1	BMW 5	5.0
	2	Audi A4	4.9
	3	Skoda Superb	4.8
	4	Volkswagen Passat	4.7
	5	Citroen DS5	4.6
The best SUVs with a diesel engine	1	BMW X5 30d	5.0
	2	Audi Q5	4.9
	3	Toyota Land Cruiser Prado	4.8
	4	Volkswagen Tiguan	4.7
	5	Hyundai Santa Fe	4.6
	6	KIA Sorento	4.5
The best diesel crossovers	1	Skoda Kodiaq	5.0
	2	Toyota RAV4	4.9
	3	Mazda CX-5	4.8
	4	Nissan Qashqai	4.7
	5	Kia sportage	4.6
	6	Hyundai tucson	4.5
	7	Renault Koleos	4.4

The best inexpensive cars with a diesel engine

Diesel engines are not only installed on trucks and SUVs. Manufacturers equip them also low-cost cars. This allows people with limited incomes to enjoy all the benefits of a diesel engine. Experts drew attention to several low-cost cars.

Kia soul

Rating: 5.0

10 years have passed since the birth of the Korean car Kia Soul. During this time, the car won the hearts of motorists in different countries of the world. During the first year of release, the model managed to win prestigious awards for innovation, design and safety. Experts have identified several reasons for the popularity of cars in our country. First and foremost is a good build quality at an affordable price. Due to the high ground clearance technique has a good cross. Tyagovity, but economical, diesel engine (128 hp.) Volume of 1.6 liters consumes only 5-7 liters of diesel fuel.

The car becomes the winner of our rating. Users are satisfied with economical consumption, good acceleration dynamics, decent sound insulation, excellent handling. Of the minuses noted a small trunk.

Renault Duster

Rating: 4.9

Many residents of small towns, hunters and fishermen vote ruble for the French car Renault Duster. High ground clearance in combination with a high-powered diesel engine (1.5 liters) makes the budget car an SUV, especially if you choose the all-wheel drive version. At the same time, experts note a modest package. For example, the Expression version is equipped with options such as audio system, ABS, central locking with remote control and power windows in the front doors. But the owner will be pleasantly surprised by the fuel consumption in the car, for passing 100 km of mixed roads will require about 5 liters of diesel fuel.

Domestic users are satisfied with the low price, efficiency and maneuverability. The model takes the second place for vibration and strong smoke when starting the engine.

Ssangyong actyon

Rating: 4.8

In the domestic market there are few budget SUVs. The Korean car SsangYong Actyon has become a worthy competitor for UAZ and Duster. The first deliveries to Russia took place in 2006, after which production was established in Russia, Kazakhstan and Ukraine. Among the advantages of this crossover, experts first of all mention the D20DT diesel engine, which was assembled under a Mercedes license. With a capacity of 141 liters. With., the unit without problems accelerates the two-ton car. Simple and reliable looks and manual transmission. High permeability to the car provides a full (plug) drive.

The third place in our rating is due to a number of flaws that the owners noted. This is an unreliable attachment of the body to the frame and the fragility of vacuum hubs.

Peugeot 308

Rating: 4.7

Beauty is a terrible power! It was this statement guided by experts, explaining the reasons for the popularity of Peugeot 308.The French manufacturer endowed the passenger car with an impressive appearance, finished the interior with high quality, took care of sound insulation. The advantages include good driving performance, reliable turbodiesel units (1.6 and 2.0 liters). Praise deserved manual transmissions, which can not be said about the machine AL4. The body is well protected from corrosion, but the owner must timely eliminate the emerging chips and scratches.

Domestic users liked the car, thanks to which it got into our rating. With reliability, the 308th Peugeot is not doing well, and in the basic configuration there are not many modern options.

The best cars with a diesel engine

Cars have to travel a lot, not only in the budget segment, but also in the premium class. Therefore, diesel engines are set by manufacturers on prestigious cars and sports cars. Experts have chosen some interesting cars.

BMW 5

Rating: 5.0

The Bavarian business sedan BMW 530d xDrive can be called perfection in the world of cars. In appearance, the experts did not find a single flaw, not a single extra line. The aerodynamic drag coefficient of 0.22 is also unique for this class. The shape of the head optics is flawless, daytime running lights provide 100% visibility of cars on the road. The traditional BMW aggressive dynamics of acceleration (5.4 s to 100 km / h) is provided by a six-cylinder diesel unit (3.0 liters) with a capacity of 249 liters. with. It works in tandem with an 8-speed automatic. Ideal handling is achieved through all-wheel drive and adaptive suspension, in which shock absorbers with variable stiffness are installed.

Bavarian car deserves laurels winner of our rating. The owners especially praise her for comfort and drive.

Audi A4

Rating: 4.9

An updated version of the Audi A4 was presented to the public in 2015. Externally, the car has undergone few changes, but experts have found many improvements in the stuffing. The interior of the new Audi A4 is the most spacious in its class, although it is trimmed in the tradition of German pragmatism. The manufacturer offers fans of diesel auto version with a 2.0 D engine with a capacity of 190 liters. with. The machine can be equipped with 6-speed manual or S tronic robot. The car is built qualitatively, but inferior to the winner of our rating, both in technical parameters and in refinement.

Car owners praise the car for power and stability on the road. Somewhat stiffly tuned suspension, with a long ride there is discomfort due to uncomfortable seats.

Skoda Superb

Rating: 4.8

Price accessibility, durability and good looks - these are the main advantages of the Czech Skoda Superb sedan. The car has seriously changed since the appearance, today it adequately represents the D-class, competing with Toyota Camry Russian assembly. A motorist's eye is riveted by a large grille, in which there are many chrome parts. A very successful was the manufacturer's 140-liter 2-liter diesel engine. with. It works gently, consumes in the combined cycle only 5.9 liters of diesel per 100 km.

Owners flatteringly about the reliability of the car, its resistance to bad roads and unpretentiousness to low-quality diesel fuel. The car took the honorable third place in the ranking, yielding to the leaders in dynamics and comfort.

Volkswagen Passat

Rating: 4.7

The German car Volkswagen Passat has always been associated with comfort and spaciousness. Many Russian car enthusiasts appreciate this model for reliability and durability. In honor of the provincial car enthusiasts in the station wagon. The 2.0-liter TDI diesel engine is economical (4.8 liters per 100 km), and it doesn’t look like a wimp (150 hp). In the basic configuration Trendline has a keyless engine start button, the option of determining driver fatigue, a 5-inch audio system, a wheel pressure monitoring system.

The model stopped a step away from the top three rankings, since experts and car enthusiasts consider the value of the untwisted Passat to be overestimated. At the same time, multifunctionality, capacity and reliability deserve praise.

Citroen DS5

Rating: 4.6

The flagship car in the Citroen family is the DS5 model. The name is consonant with the French word deesse, which translates into Russian as "goddess." Since the advent of the Citroen DS5, many revolutionary solutions have been introduced, starting with a hydropneumatic suspension and ending with an unusual body silhouette. Many of the original can be found in the cabin of the French car, which are located on the ceiling of the projection display control buttons. The two-liter turbo-diesel unit has high power (163 hp.), Turning an ordinary passenger car into a real spaceship. The advantages of cars should include reliable protection of the body against corrosion.

Experts gave the car the fifth place in the ranking. The new car is expensive, and sell it in the secondary market is problematic.

The best SUVs with a diesel engine

Traditionally, these SUVs are equipped with high-torque diesel units. At low revs, powerful torque is created, allowing you to overcome the most difficult sections of the path. Here are the best models with a diesel heart.

BMW X5 30d

Rating: 5.0

None of the motorists leaves the German BMW X5 30d SUV indifferent. He is praised and scolded, but this is why the popularity of the model in Russia only grows. First of all, experts pay attention to the 3-liter diesel engine. For our country, the Bavarians limited its capacity to 249 liters. with. that allows you to pay a normal road tax. In this case, the dynamics of the car is excellent, to the cherished hundreds of cars accelerates in 7 seconds. In the basic configuration, the manufacturer offers an 8-speed automatic transmission, ABS, multifunction steering wheel with adjustable angle and length, electric windows, a 6.5-inch multimedia system, climate control and many other options.

Despite the stiff suspension and high fuel consumption, the car becomes the winner of our rating.

Audi Q5

Rating: 4.9

Presentable and rich! Such epithets come to mind when meeting with the German Audi Q5 crossover. The model is already well known to Russian motorists, its owners appreciate for good off-road qualities and reliable diesel engines. On the roads of the country successfully drive cars with TDI engines with a capacity of 150, 163 and 190 liters. with. But the maximum driving pleasure gives a 3-liter unit, working in tandem with an 8-speed automatic TipTronic. Given the four-wheel drive and power of 286 liters. with., you can not be afraid of movement on country and forest roads at any time of the year.

The machine is located on the second place of our rating. Along with the advantages, users point out such disadvantages as costly maintenance and bad wipers.

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado

Rating: 4.8

The legendary Japanese SUV Toyota Land Cruiser Prado continues to conquer the Russian off-road. Frame construction, diesel unit capacity of 177 liters. with. (2.8 l), 6AKPP, four-wheel drive - these are the main components for the successful conquest of off-road. But on the highway, the car behaves perfectly, and modern systems such as ABS, an exchange rate stabilization system, are responsible for driving safety. The management of the diesel engine is engaged in Multi Terrain Select, independently choosing one of 5 operating modes depending on road conditions.

Domestic motorists praise the Japanese cruiser for its beautiful design, reliability, great resource for all nodes. It was not possible to occupy a higher place in the rating of the car due to costly maintenance and high fuel consumption.

Volkswagen Tiguan

Rating: 4.7

The second generation of the Volkswagen Tiguan was introduced to the automotive beau monde in 2015. Outwardly, the urban SUV began to look more solid and presentable. Elongated headlamps with lensed optics, chrome grille elements, black roof rails make the car easily recognizable on the road. German crossover is well equipped, in the basic configuration there are many useful options. The experts also have no complaints from the diesel engine (2.0 l) with a capacity of 150 l. with. It is not designed for high-speed driving, but thanks to all-wheel drive it is possible to conquer serious off-road.

Tiguan looks more modest than the leaders of our rating. But the owners say reliable protection of the body against corrosion, the engine and gearbox.

Hyundai Santa Fe

Rating: 4.6

The best Korean SUV premium class experts recognized the model Hyundai Santa Fe. The car is perfect for a family with two children. By car, you can go on a long journey or use it to travel to visit. The advantages of the crossover should include capacity, reliability, presentability and availability in service. The car is equipped with a diesel engine 2.2 l, automatic transmission, all-wheel drive. He confidently feels himself not only on asphalt roads, but on forest and meadow paths. Inside the SUV reigns luxury and comfort.

The owners are pleased with the complete set of Korean cars, its reliability and versatility. However, to demand from him sports qualities, as well as the conquest of serious off-road should not be.

KIA Sorento

Rating: 4.5

Another Korean diesel SUV hit our rating. This is a model of KIA Sorento, which also has a democratic price and good quality. The manufacturer installed a 2.2 l diesel engine, which provides smooth traction, both on the plain and on the climbs. Complements the power unit 8-speed automatic transmission. Four-wheel drive provides a stable position on the road. True, the machine is not intended for serious dirt, as evidenced by a small clearance (185 mm). But in the cabin everything looks rich, the trunk is spacious, which emphasizes the family purpose of the car.

During trips to the bumps revealed the disadvantages of cars. All the irregularities are felt in the cabin, the suspension does not work out the bumps and potholes.

The best diesel crossovers

In urban traffic burns a large amount of fuel. Therefore, the demand for crossovers with a diesel engine.They do not overheat in the heat, sparing diesel fuel. The experts selected a few decent cars.

Skoda Kodiaq

Rating: 5.0

The Czech crossover Skoda Kodiaq looks solid and harmonious. Strict design does not look boring. Designers have provided a number of useful trifles that make being in the cabin comfortable and enjoyable. Experts appreciated the high quality of the assembly and the use of good-quality materials in the decoration. The well-coordinated operation of the diesel engine and 7-speed DSG transmission makes the driving dynamic. Good crossover and controllability, electric power steering allows you to reduce the force when performing maneuvers in the parking lot. Czech car becomes the winner of our rating.

Car owners flatteringly speak about the spaciousness of the cabin and trunk, the dynamics of acceleration and efficiency. It is unpleasant to drive only on dirt roads, since the suspension broadcasts all minor irregularities.

Toyota RAV4

Rating: 4.9

In 2018, the fifth generation of the legendary Toyota RAV4 was presented at an exhibition in New York. This car fell in love with Russian pensioners and fishermen, managers and housewives, travelers and farmers. Each of them finds a number of advantages in the crossover, for which the car gets second place in our rating. Cars with a diesel engine with a capacity of 149 liters. with. supplemented with all-wheel drive and automatic transmission. In the database, the manufacturer offers a proprietary audio system, air conditioning, power windows, heated front seats.

Motorists emit such advantages RAV4, as a beautiful exterior, LED optics, soft suspension, efficiency. Of the disadvantages of the owners say the slow opening of the trunk lid and cheap finishing materials.

Mazda CX-5

Rating: 4.8

The Japanese designers have pleasantly surprised many experts and car enthusiasts by creating a Mazda CX-5 crossover. Externally, the car looks dynamic and fast, the designers have given the body an elegant respectability. The updated head optics began to look more aggressive, diodes were used as the light source. Motorists are offered one diesel engine of 2.2 liters, equipped with two turbines. The all-wheel drive car in combination with the ground clearance of 193 mm allows the driver to feel confidently, both on wet asphalt and on a broken country road.

The advantages of the model include the good dynamics of acceleration and efficiency. Lacking owners only space in the trunk. The crossover is ranked third.

Nissan Qashqai

Rating: 4.7

For those car owners who are accustomed to counting their money, the Nissan Qashqai crossover will do. The machine is sold at an affordable price, it does not require large expenditures and during operation. Small diesel engines of 1.5 liters and 1.6 liters consume only 4.0-5.0 liters of diesel fuel. Such a low consumption is observed when the vehicle is equipped with a mechanical transmission and front-wheel drive. As for the comfort of the driver, the manufacturer has provided adjustable steering wheel, heated seats, used decent materials for trim. Clear sound publishes regular audio system. Suspension successfully copes with the unevenness of the roadway.

Crossover stopped a step away from the top three rankings. Users criticize the car for the short-lived variator, the presence of "crickets" in the cabin.

Kia sportage

Rating: 4.6

After the restyling, the iconic Kia Sportage crossover has become bold and recognizable. This model has long been collected in Kaliningrad (since 1998). The diesel version stands out with 19-inch wheels, which give the car more presentable. The two-liter diesel engine runs quietly, delivering 185 liters. with. But due to the thoughtfulness of the 6-speed automatic transmission, the dynamics of acceleration leaves much to be desired. Experts believe that the strengths of the crossover are ergonomics and equipment. The model falls into our rating for efficiency, good maneuverability, easy start of the motor.

There are Korean car and disadvantages. Owners are dissatisfied with wide front pillars, poor sound insulation and short-lived protection of the body from corrosion. Maintenance of the diesel unit is required regularly.

Hyundai tucson

Rating: 4.5

Korean crossover Hyundai Tucson has long been sold on the Russian market, competing with its fellow countryman Kia Sportage. Even the equipment is a lot like a tribesman. The same 2-liter diesel engine, the same automatic 6-speed transmission. The car economically consumes diesel fuel, stacking at a combined cycle of 6.5 liters. What catches your eye when you first look at a crossover is a striking design. It was developed in accordance with the concept of "Flowing lines 2.0". Experts pay attention to affordability and decent equipment. The car is located in the ranking next to the Kia Sportage, because even they have similar sores. There are complaints about noise insulation, rattling when driving on a gravel road steering mechanism.

Renault Koleos

Rating: 4.4

The joint French-Japanese development was the crossover Renault Koleos. The updated version already frustrated the applause at the Beijing Auto Show in 2016. A lot of chrome-plated elements on the body gave the crossover a French charm. The interior of the car also looks impressive, where a multimedia system with a 9-inch screen immediately catches the eye. The Russian consumer is offered a 2.0 l diesel engine with a capacity of 177 liters. with., four-wheel drive and CVT. The crossover can hardly be called economical, the consumption of diesel fuel in mixed mode is approaching the mark of 9 liters per 100 km.

The car falls into our rating for a stylish interior and exterior, roomy interior, energy-intensive suspension. The disadvantages include the modest dynamics, thoughtfulness of the variator and gluttony.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.