Despite the fact that it is in Russia that experts expect a slowdown in the growth of the car market, on a global scale, the number of cars sold is growing from year to year. Therefore, different manufacturers are actively introducing new models designed to further spur consumer demand.
Today we offer a photo rating Top 10 automotive news of 2015, which includes cars of different classes - from a sedan to an SUV.
10. Ford Mondeo
In the spring of 2015, the Russian start of sales of the fifth generation of the popular sedan is planned. At the same time, Ford will delight Europeans with two more modifications - the station wagon and the hatchback Mondeo. Two options will be available to choose from - with a 2.5-liter engine or a turbocharged two-liter EcoBoost unit.
9. Honda HR-V
The compact crossover was created on the basis of the Jazz compact van. Experts predict great success models, as the demand in the segment of small crossovers is steadily growing. In Japan, this new product is already actively sold under the name Vezel.
8. Subaru Outback
This "almost SUV" manufacturer positions itself as an all-terrain wagon. Outback has a 22 cm ground clearance, a function for monitoring dead zones and an EyeSight system to avoid jerking when riding in reverse gear.
7. Volvo XC90
The previous modification of the crossover has not changed for 12 years. Seven-seat XC90 will add at least a million rubles in price. The manufacturer for 3-4 million rubles promises a car that will allow you to enjoy a decent level of comfort and safety.
6. Land Rover Discovery Sport
Fans of "full" SUVs are looking forward to the new product. Indeed, the 2015 Discovery Sport received a lot of “zest” - sensors in the side mirrors, a washer in place of the gear lever, a third row of seats for an additional fee. Four-wheel drive is available as standard on the Discovery Sport.
5. Jaguar XE
The main competitors of the new sedan are the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and the BMW of the third series. The novelty is distinguished by an innovative chassis design, the lowest drag coefficient in the history of the brand, as well as an improved cruise control.
4. Mazda CX-3
The model is an intermediate between the CX-5 and Mazda3. Among the complete sets will be both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. The prototype for the CX-3 was the Mazda2, which can also enter our market in 2015.
3. Jeep Renegade
The most “off-road” brand is part of the compact crossover segment. Renegade was created on the Fiat 500 platform. Maximum equipment will have four-wheel drive, a 9-speed gearbox and a two-liter diesel engine.
2. Infiniti Q30
Due to the unusual body, it is rather difficult to classify a car - it can be called a crossover, a hatchback, or a coupe. Engineers from Mercedes-Benz designed the Q30, using Mercedes units in the design.
1. Nissan X-Trail
The main difference between the 2015 model is the third row of seats. In addition, the electronic filling of the most anticipated car was improved, which, for example, helps to get under way on the rise, redistribute the torque between the wheels when turning and even recognize traffic signs.