C class cars - list, rating, popular models

C-class cars are traditionally in great demand in the US and Europe, where they account for approximately 30% of all sales. These cars are popular with us. They are produced in any bodies - sedan, hatchback, station wagon. Their parameters:

• length - 4,3-4,5 meters;
• width - 1,7-1,8 meters.

The average cost ranges from 10 to 25 thousand US dollars, although there are more affordable samples as well as more expensive ones.

C-class, aka golf class, aka average Soviet classification, characterized by a spacious interior, engine power ranges from 80 to 150 h.p.

Consider the most popular models in our country.

The car that first comes to mind is Mercedes-Benz - C-class and rightly so! Comments are unnecessary, see for yourself. Model 2013-2014 model year.

Test drive, overview of the functions and characteristics of the Mercedes-C-CLASS (VIDEO)

Ford Focus has been breaking all sales records for several years. This hatchback is produced with both petrol and diesel engines of 1,6 and 2,0 liters. Popularity is due to the spacious interior and modern design. Automatic transmissions are becoming more and more popular. The price varies from 500 to 800 thousand and many can afford to buy this car.

Sedan Volkswagen Jetta - Another favorite of European and Russian buyers. It is also distinguished by its availability - 600-900 thousand rubles. It comes with 1,4 and 1,6 petrol engines up to 150 hp, transmission - mechanics, automatic and proprietary robotic DSG.

Volkswagen Golf - it was on the basis of this German car that the first generations of the Jetta were built.

Golf is one of the most famous cars of this class, which has already changed many generations, but still remained quite in demand. Now complete sets are available with gasoline and diesel engines, automatic, mechanical and seven-speed robotic gearboxes. The cost fluctuates between 600 thousand - 1 million rubles.

Do not lag behind the Europeans in this segment and manufacturers from Asia.

It is difficult to pass by the products of the Korean concern Hyundai, it is its C-class models that are often found on the roads of Russia.

Hyundai i30 has not yet reached the same performance as its European competitors, but the potential of the car is not bad - 1,4 / 1,6 liter gasoline engines with a capacity of 100 and 130 horsepower provide good dynamics. True, the Koreans were a little hasty for the price - 700-900 thousand rubles.

Elantra - Another masterpiece of the Korean auto industry, it has a stylish design and good performance. The cost, however, is slightly higher than that of European counterparts - 700-900 thousand.

Another Korean manufacturer - KIA - also released quite popular copies in this class - KIA Cee'd (urban hatchback) and KIA Spectra (urban sedan). KIA Cee'd is not inferior to European models either in terms of performance or price. For 600-900 thousand you will get a modern hatchback with a powerful 100-130 hp petrol engine and a 5-speed manual transmission.

А Spectra - this is an even more budget option - 380-430 thousand - 1,6 liter engine with 101 hp. plus everything you need for a comfortable ride around the city.

Naturally, a separate place is occupied by Japanese cars.

Toyota Corolla has occupied the first lines in terms of sales results for several years, and this is not surprising, because this sedan would quite pass for a business class car, despite the fact that it is available to many - the price is 660-880 thousand rubles. Excellent performance, ease of operation, this machine is worth paying attention to when choosing.

Mitsubishi Lancer - This is another car that has been in the TOP of sales for several years. The front-wheel-drive sedan with stiff, almost sporty suspension is also available with all-wheel drive. Powerful, as for such a car, a 150 hp gasoline engine. provides an unforgettable driving experience. Well, this car will cost in different trim levels from 600 to 800 thousand.

Honda Civic has also managed to fall in love with motorists around the world. This car with pronounced sporty aggressive features comes in both hatchback and sedan body styles. Of course, you can’t call it budgetary at a cost of 800 thousand to 1,2 million, but it’s also worth paying attention, especially since various loan programs are available.

Mazda 3 - also a Japanese guest, and is designed for the markets of almost all countries of the world, it comes as a hatch, sedan, station wagon, that is, it can be used as a family car completely. The two-liter engine provides 150 horsepower. The price “bites” a little - 700 thousand - 1 million, but if you wish, you can collect such an amount.

As you can see, the Golf class is a limitless topic, you can discuss these cars for a very long time. In addition, there is a lot of information about each of them, experts seek out and describe even the smallest nuances, such as the presence or absence of coasters. Therefore, we simply list the standing cars of this class, and you already make your choice:

• Skoda Octavia - for 600-800 thousand an excellent choice;
• Daewoo Nexia is a workhorse, just what you need for a taxi or for a sales agent;
• Chevrolet Lacetti - a popular model, has been on the market for ten years, still has not lost its relevance;
• Citroen C4;
• Renault Fluence is just what you need for those who cannot save up for a business class car.

The choice is wide, we have not yet touched on the now popular Chinese models. A wide range of prices pleases, besides, there are many used models of excellent quality on the market, so choosing a car today is not a problem.

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