Jaguar shifted from the first LEXUS line, which was the leader of the corresponding list previous two years. To make a rating, specialists interviewed more than 29 thousand Americans who acquired or took into lease new car In April and May of this year.
Machines were evaluated by many criteria, including price, comfort, quality, fuel economy, brand reputation, cost and quality of service. Based on this data, the general index of "satisfaction" of car owners by a brand of 1000-point scale is drawn up.
The best premium automotive brands according to American drivers
| A place | Mark. | Index |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jaguar | 740 |
| 2 | Porsche. | 739 |
| 3 | Lexus. | 737 |
| 4 | Infiniti. | 734 |
| 5 | Mercedes-Benz. | 728 |
| 6 | Cadillac. | 715 |
| 7 | BMW. | 712 |
| 8 | Audi. | 709 |
| 9 | Volvo. | 708 |
| 10 | Land Rover. | 706 |
| 11 | Acura. | 705 |
| 12 | Lincoln. | 692 |
In the list of indivible car brands For the second year in a row, MINI leads, earned 718 points. The British brand is ahead of ahead of the BUICK, which received 694 points. Below are two more American companies - Chevrolet and GMC. Completes the five leaders of the South Korean company Hyundai.
The best indispensable automotive brands according to American drivers
| A place | Mark. | Index |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mini. | 718 |
| 2 | Buick. | 694 |
| 3 | Chevrolet. | 686 |
| 4 | GMC. | 686 |
| 5 | Hyundai. | 677 |
| 6 | Volkswagen. | 677 |
| 7 | Fiat. | 674 |
| 8 | Honda. | 672 |
| 9 | Toyota. | 672 |
| 10 | Nissan. | 662 |
| 11 | Ford | 661 |
| 12 | Kia. | 661 |
| 13 | SCION. | 656 |
| 14 | Subaru. | 656 |
| 15 | Mazda. | 653 |
| 16 | Chrysler | 649 |
| 17 | Dodge. | 638 |
| 18 | Jeep. | 630 |
| 19 | RAM | 626 |
The study also showed that the degree of "satisfaction" of buyers of new cars turns out to be much higher when the employees of the dealer centers use tablet computers in order to demonstrate the characteristics and features of the machine, the cost of options, as well as write client data and payment information.
Lists and ratings of premium cars are determined annually. This is due to competition in the car industry market, the desire of each manufacturer to offer client even more comfort and luxury. Premium Class cars are available annually, individual details are being finalized, partial or complete restyling is made. The number of brands that are engaged in the release of expensive machines has increased significantly in recent years.
The main difference between the models top class From the available variations lies not only in value, but also in the internal filling of the car. Brand cars are most often produced under the class "F". Auto Premium Class make it possible to feel like a rich man and enjoy all the benefits on the road while driving. The selection of the car brand is carried out on a number of criteria, namely:
- High level of safety of the machine;
- High level of environmental friendliness model;
- Wear resistance parts, assembly quality, car strength;
- Stylish appearance;
- Convenient filling of the cabin, the use of new technologies, high-quality acoustics, climate control;
- Comfort and elegant interior design.
In addition, companies are responsible for servicing the car. The owner of the premium class machine most often has a personal manager who helps in emergency situations.
The list of cars of the premium class for 2018-2019 looks as varied as much as possible, and Chinese premium cars reached it, which went to the market. The rating looks like this:
Best Japanese Premium Class Car - Lexus LX 570
The stylish appearance of this car from the famous Japanese manufacturer is qualitatively complemented by powerful technical characteristics. Engine indicators LX 570 - 5.7 liters V8 with a capacity of 367 horsepower. After restyling, the model has the ability to purchase a diesel engine with high environmental characteristics.
Top German Auto Premium Class
Car MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS Constantly enters the ratings of the most prestigious and popular premium class models. The motto of this model sounds like a "quintessence of luxury". The model is the Mercedes-Benz flagship, so the highest quality and advanced technologies are used to develop it. The car developers suggest that during the assembly of the model they did not have a question about the priority of certain functions. In each aspect of functioning, the task was to provide a car or the best or nothing. Therefore, the Mercedes class is considered the most comfortable, safe, rapid, reliable.
Volkswagen Phaeton, which is produced by the German manufacturer and has the most relaxed appearance close to the classic sedan. This machine is suitable for status and serious people. The model can be purchased at the time of 2018 in four configurations with different parts of the engines. The most powerful option is a model with a 4.2 liter engine, and the most expensive equipment, taking into account the filling of the cabin costs about 5 million rubles.
Porsche Panamera. It is considered a fairly high-speed representative of premium class cars. The appearance does not differ from the classic models of Porsche, the car looks as stylish and relevant for 2019. In the car, the classic elements with new technologies competently combine, which allows the model to look and solid and modernly at the same time. The Porsche Panamera engine is 4.8 liters, the machine quickly gains speed and reasonably uses fuel.
Audi is a company that one of the first to think of letting the premium class cars. Therefore, one of the models regularly enters the prestigious lists. The German manufacturer is famous for its quality, as well as a service and an individual approach to customers. The A8 model is considered an affordable machine that is equipped not only with a large number of functions in the cabin, but also an eight-speed gearbox with a motor volume from three to 6.3 liters.
Series of sedans from German manufacturer BMW. 7 has a stylish appearance that will not lose relevance with time. The model is made of high-quality parts, the machine itself has good handling and comfortable salon. The machine is maximally dynamic, quickly gaining speed and boasts high power. The buyer is given the choice between gasoline and diesel engines Volume of 3 to 6 liters, as well as 8 automatic transmission.
Luxury Italian Premium Class Machine - Maserati Quattroporte
Maserati annually retesting his model. So, the company has released five generations of high-class cars. Quattroporte boasts high technical characteristics, power, good handling. The engine model has a volume of 4.7 liters, and the number of horsepower - 440. Acceleration to a speed of 100 kilometers per hour is carried out in 5.3 seconds. The design of the elements of the cabin developed the PinInfarina atelier, everything is thought out as stylishly as possible and ergonomically.
Top British Premium Cars
Rolls-Royce Phantom was simply obliged to enter our list of premium cars. Sales of new Rols Royce will open in 2018, and updated car He will receive the status of the most expensive flagship of the company and the four-door sedan in the world. The minimum cost of the car is at the level of 450 thousand euros, and is undoubtedly one of the most expensive cars in its class.
Inside the car will be able to combine classic leather and wooden inserts with a modern virtual instrument panel. A projection display and a 12.3-inch multimedia screen will be installed in the machine. Engine Rolls-Royce Phantom - 6,75-liter V12, with additional turbines. Its main characteristics are 563 liters. with. 900 N ∙ M torque. Until a hundred kilometers, the car will be able to accelerate in 5.3 s.
Jaguar XJ, which is produced in the UK and has a recognizable design. Headlights in the jaguar of the drop-shaped shape, the hood is the most massive, and the roof is streamlined. The model is presented in 13 sets, it has the most comfortable leather Salon, as well as powerful engine and good handling on the road. All parts of the cabin are convenient and ergonomic, Jaguar prefers minimalistic design.
The Continental line from Bentley regularly enters the list of prestigious premium cars. The models are made as high quality, collected manually, and the assembly is controlled at all stages of production. In addition, there are wooden inserts in the cabin - distinctive trait The car, since the Bentley uses specially grown breeds. Engine with volume 6.0 and 625 horsepower In stock provides the highest possible, but smooth overclocking up to 100 kilometers per hour in 4.6 seconds. Maximum speed Car - 320 kilometers per hour.
Stamps and a list of premium class cars are updated based on the results of 2018 and early 2019. This year several concepts and prototypes were released, the serial variations of which will certainly be listed best cars Premium class 2019.
Chinese premium cars
Chinese machine manufacturers have not yet won the robust positions in the lists of premium cars. Every year, several stamps from the PRC are included in the rating, but so far the manufacturers could not conquer a large number of fans around the world. The Chinese premium car brands are little-known, but manufacturers try to gain popularity and prove that the auto industry in the country is competitive, and in time will be able to compete even with European and Japanese models.
Best Chinese Premium Class Car Hongqi H5
On global car market. Rating is called JD Power Apeal. The rating is drawn up on the basis of a survey of 84,000 buyers of new cars that exploit vehicles in the first 90 days after the acquisition. The survey includes 74 points of satisfaction and attractiveness.
First of all, the company with the help of a survey finds out customer satisfaction with its purchase of a new car. Next is the analysis of the reliability and quality of cars during operation. Also taken into account cases of breakdowns that are associated with factory defects. Not a latter role, of course, plays the external attractiveness of new cars. As the basis of the maximum score in the amount of 1000 points. The average value in the industry according to the year is 798 points.
Here is a list of the most attractive cars, according to.
1. Porsche - 874
The German automaker of luxury cars is recognized as the most attractive brand 11 times in a row. Such stunning results were made possible by such models as, and. So all three models have shown the most top scores Among other brands (each in its segment). And this, despite the fact that the most famous car The brand is a model 911, which, despite the classic stunning appearance, gave way to attractiveness. chevrolet car Corvette.
2. Jaguar - 855
British luxury brand Jaguar It remains in second place, ahead of top. This has become possible thanks to the new F-Type. sports car and many other new sedans. And this is a fact. No one will deny that all latest models Jaguar essentially evolved in best side Compared to its predecessors.
3. BMW - 854
6. Land Rover - 843
The second half of the company Jaguar, ranks in 2015 the sixth line of the rating of attractiveness. Recall that in recent years, the company significantly updated all his the lineupAs allows the brand to take high ratings.
7. Lincoln - 842
This is the best American brand in this ranking. And judging by the fact that Lincoln has lost only one point Land Rover, it can be concluded that the attractiveness American brand really improved dramatically in recent years.
8. Cadillac - 838
The main competitor Lincoln is a company that, according to the result of the year, could not get ahead of the attractiveness of his eternal opponent, taking only the eighth place in the ranking.
9. Infiniti - 835
Completes two Japanese luxury stamps. This year, Infiniti bypassed brand Lexus.. This became possible due to the victory of the QX80 car in the segment of luxurious full-size SUVs. For example, QX80, having received the highest score for reviews, ahead of appeal.
10. Lexus - 831
Completes the list of the most attractive cars in the world, despite the fact that Toyota has completed the year not the best. So according to the company's survey JD Power, the attractiveness of Toyota cars over the past year seriously fell.
Premium segment machines - more than vehicles designed to solve everyday tasks. They are an expression of success and financial well-being of a car owner, its character and taste preferences. Chosen on the basis of technical dVS characteristics, the quality of the interior decoration, the beauty of the exterior and other factors. Premium class machines by definition correspond to the latest fashion trends in the automotive industry, equipped newest systems Security and other options are not available for most serial cars.
Features
What is a premium class? According to european classification Cars, these include F-class machines. They are distinguished by increased comfort, high engine capacity and interior exclusivity. Compared with vehicles (E), Premium Car has the following technical features:
- body length - more than 5 m;
- width - more than 1.7 m;
- power unit - the volume of 2.5-3 liters and more.
Best prestigious cars in Russia
On the russian market Different premium car brands are presented: BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Rolls-Royce, Bentley, and others. Auto differ from each other with design, engine and gearbox, safety systems and electronic assistants, additional options and other features. The best of them sold in Russia are presented in the following list:
Premium Class Car Rating Opens New A8, Designed german concern VW. Sold in 3 performances (Standard, Advance and Business) with 2 additional external decoration packages (Chrome and Sport) and a set of interior modification options (Black Piano).
Car stamps Audi. Comes to the Russian market with a single 3-liter gasoline engine, developing 340 hp and 500 nm of the maximum torque. The engine is coagped with a Quattro Tiptronic transmission. The bunch of engine 3.0 and the checkpoint allows you to accelerate up to 100 km / h for 5.6 s.
Like other premium cars, the appearance of A8 can be configured at their own request. Available Many body color options, types wheels and optics.
Recognizable design Audi.
High quality interior trim.
Rich optional options.
- For the new A8, more powerful engines are not available.
Prestigious cars 7 Series BMW companies - Competitors Mercedes S-Class. Bavarians offer Russians luxury sedans With the initial price tag of 4.7 million rubles, which is much lower, if compared with the Daimler AG offer.
7 Series comes with a rich line of engines, including a base 249-strong option with an extreme torque of 400 units. Two other motors are characterized by higher technical characteristics - 326 hp and 450 nm, 450 hp and 650 nm.
One of the main bMW features 7 Series - Laserlight branded optics, which illuminates the road in mode far Light At a distance of up to 600 meters. New headlights with a laser module look stylish, decorating the exterior.
Video: New BMW 7- Series
3 engines to choose from.
More affordable cost compared to the main competitors.
- New ideas in the design area are required.
S-Class - luxury, status and modern technologies. Annal Opponent A8 from Audi and 7 Series from BMW. Enjoys demand in the Russian market. The model of the model year has a moderately aggressive and charismatic exterior, an additional style that is attached to the optional headlights of Multibeam LED. It has a rich set of electronic assistants and security systems recognizing road signspreventing from hitting obstacles and decisive other tasks.
AT motor gamme Presented diesel I. gasoline motors. The most powerful engine is set in the AMG S 63 version. The 8-cylinder motor with a 4-liter volume develops 612 hp. And consumes 11 l per 100 km of way. Nearest powerful power point - 3-liter. Works on a diesel engine and gives 249 horses, low flow Fuel (5.9 l / 100 km).
Luxurious and elegant exterior.
A rich selection of S-Class versions - from economical and comfortable to "charged" and aggressive.
A huge number of interior trim options.
- Higher cost compared to competitors from BMW and Audi.
Mulsanne elite cars are collected practically hand. They are the personification of luxury and dynamics. Considered the flagship of the British brand Bentley, belonging to the concern VW. In Russia, 3 versions are sold - standard, Speed, Extended Wheelbase.
Video: Bentley Mulsanne Test Drive
The most comfortable and luxurious - the last modification of Mulsanne, in which an additional 250 mm free space is available before rear seats. Sport Execution has a forced version of the standard power aggregate. Under the hood of the sedan was installed gasoline V8 with 2 turbocharger. With a working volume of 6.8 liters, the engine develops 537 hp. and incredible 1100 units of torque available at 1750 rpm.
High quality assembly.
Powerful engine with a huge torque.
Comfort and comfort in the cabin.
- Several old-fashioned design.
Panamera is a bright, "hot" and a luxurious car with sports deposits. It is allocated against the background of competitors, as it is primarily focused on positive sensations from driving, and not the comfort of the rear row passengers. It is proposed in several types of body - Fastbek and. It comes to Russia with classical power-based power drives and hybrid installations, designed not so much to save fuel, how much to realize the potential of the main motor.
Premium cars Panamera are inferior in terms of options and level of comfort. bMW competitors and Mercedes, but won in the field of dynamic characteristics and driving qualities. For the Porsche model you can order pneumatic suspension, sport package Chrono and many other options directly changing the behavior of the car on the road.
Energetic and progress of the machine.
Many sports options.
Excellent handling.
- Design on an amateur.
Phantom is a real palace on wheels. Heads a list of premium cars, offering owner luxurious finishing materials, comfortable suspension, spacious salon with plenty of amenities. At the same time, Roll-Royce has excellent riding qualities, because it is completed powerful engineworking paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Video: Test Drive Rolls-Royce Phantom. The best of the best!
Phantom - a dream car, which clearly answers the question: "What is better to business or premium class?". None of the class E cars and near the creation of Roll-Royce in the field of comfort, luxury and quality of finishing materials.
Luxury salon.
Everything you need and even more for the convenience of the rear passengers.
Comfortable suspension.
Corporate design Rolls-Royce.
- Translate cost.
Table 1. Specifications Premium Class cars
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5172 for 1945 at 1473 |
5098 at 1902 at 1478 |
5116 for 1899 at 1496 |
5575 for 1926 at 1521 |
5049 for 1937 at 1423 |
5842 at 2117 at 1638 |
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What car choose?
When choosing a premium machine, focus on your own wishes and preferences. Each elite car has its own character suitable for certain purposes.
Representatives german Troika are optimal options By the ratio of "price-quality". Panamera - a gambling and youth car for fans of the brand, and Mulsanne and Phantom are one of the most presented in Russia, with highest quality Finishing materials and comfort level.
In the US, brands called, whose cars break less frequently. American Research Company J.D. Power published a rating of the most reliable car brands.
Experts analyzed the reliability of 2017 models. The study covers more than 30 brands. You can see his results in our material :.
What is there to say, if Jeremy himself Clarkson praised Volvo in a recent test drive, which you can find. The only thing that was dissatisfied with the British journalist is the engine. Diesel engine Not impressed by the legendary leading.
In just three breakdowns, Land Rover was less discovered. Actually, what is surprised: the British brand is part of one holding with Jaguar, which, in turn, belongs to the Hindu. Accordingly, the quality of two stamps is about the same.
Five premium outsiders closes Audi with 115 breakdowns per 100 cars.
The most reliable premium brands
The luxury list of reliability leaders is headed by Genesis. This is a premium division korean Hyundai.which was founded in 2015 specifically for the release of exceptionally expensive models. Genesis has discovered 77 breakdowns per 100 cars.
In second place - Porsche. And although the company is a related relationship with Audi (both brands enter the Volkswagen group), Porsche cars break significantly less frequently: Americans counted 78 breakdowns per 100 "pole."
Third place - at BMW. Bavarian cars have 10 more than their "colleagues" from Porsche. The most reliable "boomers" were recognized by BMW 2 Series, BMW 4 Series and BMW X6.
In fourth place, Lincoln is located, from which 92 breakdowns per 100 cars.
Five leaders closes another American - Buick - with 95 breakdowns on a hundred cars.
Top 10 reliable premium car brands
According to the results of the 2017 models.
| № | Mark. | Breakdowns * |
| 1 | Genesis | 77 |
| 2 | Porsche. | 78 |
| 3 | BMW. | 88 |
| 4 | Lincoln. | 92 |
| 5 | Buick. | 95 |
| 6 | Lexus. | 98 |
| 7 | Chrysler | 102 |
| 8 | Mercedes. | 102 |
| 9 | Acura. | 103 |
| 10 | Cadillac. | 105 |
* The number of breakdowns per 100 cars.
