Volvo S60
Volvo S60 Kinetic: 1, 099, 000 rubles Volvo S60 Kinetic: 1, 099, 000 rubles Volvo S60 Kinetic: 1, 099, 000 rubles
The dynamic appearance of the Volvo S60 is echoed by the collected behavior on the go with good feedback on the steering wheel, peppy turbo engine indulges driver's ambitions. And all this without the slightest damage to a comfortable ride. Of course, the multi-level protection of the driver and passengers, elevated to the cult and become the hallmark of Volvo, the nobleness of the interior with a touching attention to detail, excellent sound insulation deserve kind words.
Volvo S60
The Kinetic basic package includes front and side air bags, curtain airbags, daytime running lights, climate control, heated front seats, four power windows, electrically adjustable and heated exterior mirrors, an on-board computer, cruise control, a leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel, and an audio system with MP3 support, five-inch color display, anti-theft system, 16-inch alloy wheels.
There are two possibilities at a similar cost to get a car with a convincing set of life benefits. The first is to purchase top-grade golf carts. Another option is to pick up a used car from a more prestigious segment.
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The way to downgrade (new)
Ford Focus sedan 2.0 PowerShift, Titanium with add. options
The dynamic look of the Ford hit is quite consistent with the expressive nature of the Focus, especially if you do not spare the money for a high-torque diesel engine and a PowerShift dual-clutch quick-firing box. A good chassis setup added points to the manageability score. The third "Focus" broke with the boring interior of the previous generation of cars, in the cockpit the realm of soft, pleasant to the touch plastic.
Ford focus
• Power, hp at rpm: 140 at 5000
• Max. speed, km / h: 207
• Acceleration 0–100 km / h, s: 9.6
• Fuel consumption, l / 100 km, city / highway / mix. cycle: 6.8 / 4.4 / 5.3
Opel Astra sedan 1.6 automatic transmission Cosmo, with add. options
One of the most powerful and vibrant golf players. Version with a supercharged 1.6 engine with 180 horsepower endowed with explosive temperament. Astra captivates with composure and smoothness. The optional FlexRide adaptive suspension allows you to change the rigidity of the chassis depending on road conditions and driver preferences. Thanks to the high roof, tall passengers can comfortably accommodate tall passengers. Among the trump cards decent sound insulation.
Opel Astra
• Power, hp at rpm: 180 at 5500
• Max. speed, km / h: 213
• Acceleration 0–100 km / h, s: 9.2
• Fuel consumption, l / 100 km, city / highway / mix. cycle: 9.9 / 5.6 / 7.2
Honda Civic 4D 1.8 Automatic, Premium
The latest-generation Civic sedan, without losing the interesting handling of its predecessor, is much more loyal to the quality of the roadway. This car combines family values with a gambling character, it has a light and sharp steering wheel, almost weightless and very sensitive pedals, a fairly assembled suspension. According to the Honda tradition, the 1.8 engine willingly spins up to high revs. A characteristic touch is the “two-story” dashboard.
Honda Civic 4D
• Power, hp at rpm: 142 at 6500
• Max. speed, km / h: 200
• Acceleration 0–100 km / h, s: 10.7
• Fuel consumption, l / 100 km, city / highway / mix. cycle: 9.2 / 5.1 / 6.6
Peugeot 408 1.6 automatic transmission, Allure with add. options
A sedan at the junction of C- and D-classes with an immense luggage hold and a spacious interior is a real dream of an exemplary family man. The Peugeot 408 suspension is almost omnivorous, the car effortlessly cracking down on roadway defects. The steering wheel is "poured" and quite sharp. Handling is good, but the rolls in the corners are noticeable. "Pyzh" with a 150-horsepower gasoline turbo engine by nature is a bright choleric.
Peugeot 408
• Power, hp at rpm: 150 at 6000
• Max. speed, km / h: 207
• Acceleration 0–100 km / h, s: 9.6
• Fuel consumption, l / 100 km, city / highway / mix. cycle: 11.6 / 6.3 / 8.2
Upgrade Path (Used)
Audi A6 2007 2.4 CVT
One of the business class icons, Audi A6 seduces with an alloy of comfort, confident behavior on the road and richness of the interior. A car with a sports vein (in addition, the potential of the V-shaped “six” 2.4 is enough for an active driving style), but the suspension is harsh. Among the undoubted trump cards A6 quality interior and acoustic comfort. Few rivals boast an equally hospitable back sofa.
Audi A6
• Power, hp at rpm: 177 at 6000
• Max. speed, km / h: 226
• Acceleration 0–100 km / h, s: 9.2
• Fuel consumption, l / 100 km, city / highway / mix. cycle: 13.8 / 7.2 / 9.6
Infiniti M 2009, 3.5 automatic transmission
Infiniti m
The luxurious interior of the Infiniti M leaves no doubt about the premiumness of the car, and the spectacular interior design is combined with accurate ergonomics. The second row of seats is electrified. In movement, the rear-wheel drive sedan is somewhat similar to the Bavarian model: Infiniti M quickly and accurately responds to steering actions with high smoothness, and keeps the line perfectly. The pickup of the 3.5-liter engine is crazy, and the “automatic” is quick.
• Power, hp at rpm: 307 at 6800
• Max. speed, km / h: 250
• Acceleration 0–100 km / h, s: 6.4
• Fuel consumption, l / 100 km, city / highway / mix. cycle: 17.9 / 9.6 / 12.6
BMW 5 Series (E60) 2006 2.5 automatic transmission
The fifth-generation model in the back of the E60 features the controversial “brush” design of Chris Bangle. The car fascinates with virtuoso controllability, the power of Bavarian engines, decent interior decoration. The "Five" is crammed with complex systems, which is not always a plus for the owner of the second-hand. It is better to choose a simpler modification, without the optional active Servotronic steering or Dynamic Drive.
BMW 5 Series
• Power, hp at rpm: 218 at 6500
• Max. speed, km / h: 242
• Acceleration 0–100 km / h, s: 7.9
• Fuel consumption, l / 100 km, city / highway / mix. cycle: 13.4 / 6.9 / 9.3
Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2006, 3.5 automatic transmission
The main advantages of the second generation of the "big-eyed" E-class are prestige and comfort. It is difficult for him to find equal in the nobility of the interior decoration, sound insulation, suspension ability to swallow any pit, without disturbing the driver and passengers. Moreover, the Mercedes-Benz in the back of the W211 gives pleasure not only to passengers: the dense and elastic chassis made the management more accurate and gambling.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
• Power, hp at rpm: 272 at 6000
• Max. speed, km / h: 250
