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asks: Alexander Kipriyanov.
Essence of the question: What better nissan Qashqai or Renault Duster?
I am faced with the choice of a car - this is Renault Duster or almost in the maximum configuration with a 2.0-liter engine four-wheel drive, or Qashqai with a 1.6 engine on the front wheel drive. Who will advise.
Nissan Qashqai or Renault Duster - a difficult question
Renault Duster rear overhang (photo editorial car)
This is a difficult question, since cars, although they are off-road (crossovers), they are designed to perform very different functions. Duster is budget crossover, into which they tried to stick both four-wheel drive and a powerful engine, but the interior is still stiff, and Qashqai is already a higher class, but the engine is 1.6 and ONLY front-wheel drive lose to the Duster in terms of driving performance.
I own a Renault Megan 2 car, before that there were Citroens and Peugeots. I work in the service area dealer center, so I know the device of the car "from and to". You can always turn to me for advice.
Duster will be much better equipped, as the price of Qashqai will include the simplest equipment.
Quality and reliability
Salon Qashqai and Duster
If you look at the quality of workmanship and reliability, then Qashqai is a little better. For example, ABS in Qashqai works much better. The salon in Qashqai is made much “cooler”, these are the armrests and the buttons on the steering wheel, which the truth may not be in the cheapest configuration!
Cross-country ability of Duster and Qashqai
In terms of cross-country ability, Renault Duster wins only due to all-wheel drive, to be honest, both of these cars do not have special cross-country ability, but they were not created for this. If you need cross-country ability, then Chevrolet Niva, or something framed, but you will not find a new frame at this price!
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Video comparison Duster and Qashqai
What will the "technical specialist" choose?
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Alexey "technical specialist"
I'm just sick of cars. I try to study in detail every car that I owned. I like driving at night through the streets of the city. In my cars I try to carry out repairs with my own hands!
Both of these cars are urban crossovers that are similar in size and performance. The difference is the cost of the car. In some, the question may arise: “Is it worth overpaying?”. To give an answer to it, it is necessary to dwell in more detail on the consideration of these cars.
Appearance
Duster looks like real SUV. This is facilitated by large wheel arches, (possible) and other elements. You can also choose to purchase a car with any configuration (several types of engines and gearboxes). In the maximum configuration, Renault will cost the same as the Qashqai in the base.
Salon
Renault has a practical and comfortable interior. Plastic doesn't look cheap. It is rigid and fits perfectly. The chairs do not have lateral support, however, you can get quite comfortable on them. The downside is the ergonomics of the cabin. Some controls are hard to find. It takes time to get used to them.
Qashqai is more profitable in this regard, although it also has its drawbacks. It will be difficult for those whose height exceeds 175 cm to fit comfortably in the driver's seat. Passengers will be more comfortable in the Duster, since the distance between the front seats is 4 centimeters longer. Also in the back of the Renault, passengers can comfortably accommodate.
Specifications
They are also better at Renault Duster. With a 1.6-horsepower engine, the car is quite torquey. For the city, such a motor is ideal, but on the highway it will be rather weak. Can work in pairs with both mechanics and automatic. Enough to make a quick overtaking. Duster's soft suspension gives it the ability to pass obstacles and bumps on the road without any problems.
Qashqai is tougher in this regard. But handling during maneuvers and at high speed is also better.
Fans of Japanese cars are a whole caste of drivers that simply does not recognize other manufacturing countries. But you need to choose not only the country, but also the brand, since there are five well-known and about five more little-known companies in Japan that produce automotive equipment. Choosing between all representatives of the Japanese car world, many prefer Nissan or Toyota, as the best manufacturers in this country. In fact, as in comparing any other brands, these two companies can find both pros and cons. Nissan for Russia produces a large number of special models and versions, adapts cars to operating conditions. For Toyota, this adaptation is foreign, it delivers its quality vehicles around the world in the same technical configurations and options.
However, one can find thousands of differences when looking at the same segment among these manufacturers. Toyota concentrates on quality, paying less attention to design. Nissan, on the other hand, looks more at the adequate cost of its equipment, as well as the comfort of the trip. At the same time, Nissans may use lower quality interior materials, as well as engines with outdated technologies. Many concessions have to be made in order to lower the cost. But you can compare cars not only in terms of design, price and technology. Let's understand all the comparisons of these cars.
Consider the C-class - an interesting comparison of Japanese brands
Given the rather complex relationship between the Japanese and small cars, there are no cars in the Nissan model line that do not reach the C-class in size and dimensions. Toyota has such a representative - this is Yaris - but his fate is ambiguous. As for the comfort class, both manufacturers have a lot of representatives. The most interesting variants of this popular and often available segment the following:
- Toyota Corolla is one of the most popular sedans that was updated last year and presented to buyers in a new light, with updated equipment and excellent technologies, the starting price is from 759,000 rubles;
- Toyota Auris is a hatchback that has a lot in common with the Corolla, especially in design, but technologically this car is more adequate in all respects, its price starts at 1,050,000 rubles;
- Toyota Verso is a minivan built on the basis of the usual C-class, the car has not gained popularity in Russia, although it offers an interesting design and advanced technologies, such a car costs from 1,150,000 rubles;
- Nissan Sentra is a novelty for the Russian market, which has a technological engine, very impressive interior quality, as well as excellent assembly, the cost of the car starts at 770,000 rubles;
- Nissan Tiida - a great big family hatchback without a hint of sport and dynamics, standard trim, a very practical interior and good high-torque engines, prices start at 780,000 rubles;
- Nissan Almera - car budget class, which was created specifically for Russia, the model occupies an intermediate position between B and C classes, offers quite high-quality characteristics, and costs from 420,000 rubles.
At prices, Nissan predictably turned out to be preferable to Toyota, but what about the quality features? Even in the basic configuration, the Corolla significantly exceeds the emotions and sensations of a trip to a Tiida or Center. And if the Sentra at least at first seems modern and relevant, then the Nissan Tiida cannot withstand competition from compatriots. Moreover, the cars do not differ too much in the quality of technology, and the base Toyota costs less than all its main competitors.
Crossovers and SUVs - a fierce struggle between brands
The most popular class of cars for Russia, which today is developing an order of magnitude faster than its competitive segments, are crossovers. Our compatriots love high-quality transport, which has the required cross-country ability for difficult roads. That is why crossovers from Japanese manufacturers are very popular. Among the representatives of the class present today for both concerns, the following representatives can be noted:
- Nissan Juke - branded and unique in appearance SUV without special cross-country ability for 800,000 rubles;
- Nissan Terrano is a new budget clone of the European Duster, which has more premium appearance features - the price is from 720,000 rubles;
- Nissan Murano is a premium crossover with quite a large sizes and technical advantages- from 1,500,000;
- Nissan X-Trail - a well-known passable crossover with cool technology and a completely updated appearance for 1,100,000 rubles;
- Nissan Qashqai is also a completely updated popular family SUV with a dynamic design and a price of 979,000 rubles;
- Toyota RAV4 is one of the most popular crossovers in the world, a great car with its cost just below 1,000,000 rubles;
- Toyota Highlander - big premium crossover with good potential in all respects for 2.5 million;
- Toyota Venza - a great market competitor for lovers of squat powerful cars based on the Prado - from 2.2 million;
- Toyota Land Cruiser Prado- a transitional model between crossovers and SUVs, one of the most popular representatives of the class at a price of 2 million.
Of course, in terms of crossovers, Toyota smashes all its competitors. Why are only RAV4 and Prado. These are the monsters of the automotive business, which for several generations in a row find their buyer and find themselves at the top of sales worldwide. Nissan is worse off. Qashqai and X-Trail have identified their main target market as a youth group. Therefore, in the latest generation, the design of the machines turned out to be precisely dynamic and modern. The legendary Juke got incredible sales at the start, but then the ardor behind the typewriter subsided.
SUVs - comparison of monsters from Nissan and Toyota
The most expensive premium cars in the two corporations are SUVs and pickup trucks. The latter are not designed to perform any heavy work, and are also one of the options for passenger transport for everyday tasks. Therefore, pickups became widespread precisely as universal vehicles and began to receive productive dynamic equipment, excellent interior equipment. In the model line of manufacturers there are many interesting offers for lovers of real SUVs with amazing cross-country ability:
- Toyota Land cruiser 200 is a true SUV that has become legendary throughout its lineup, great technology and powerful engines are quite combined with the cost of the car from 3,000,000 rubles;
- Toyota Hilux - a pickup truck that offers no less interesting cross-country capabilities than the LC 200, but is not as comfortable, and also has less stuffing in the configuration, a pickup truck costs from 1.5 million;
- Nissan Patrol- legendary SUV from Nissan, which received a beautiful new look, amazing suspension and the highest cross-country ability among price competitors, at a very interesting price of 3.55 million rubles;
- Nissan Pathfinder is a compact SUV with the aggressive design of the last generation, which remains rough today. male car, the starting price of this car is more democratic - from 2,000,000 rubles;
- Nissan Navarra - a large premium pickup truck for daily use with an elite interior filling and high comfort, the cost is from 1.5 million;
- Nissan NP 300 - another pickup from Japanese company with more practical characteristics and the price is only slightly higher than 1,000,000 rubles.
These are the interesting offers you can find in the showrooms of the two companies if you want to buy a very passable and efficient car. Each model has its own personality, which is expressed in technology and design, you can find a machine that will fully meet your ideas about high-quality and reliable technology. It is enough just to take one by one various representatives of the competitive range for a test drive and understand which of the cars suits you completely. We offer you to look at two monsters of Japanese technology in comparison:
Summing up
quality Japanese cars offer you not only good opportunities travel, but very high reliability and no technical problems. New cars from these manufacturers have excellent quality and the highest performance. You can get great cars not only at exorbitant prices. Even at the box office of crossovers from the Japanese brands Nissan and Toyota, there are options up to 1,000,000 rubles, which can be called inexpensive budget equipment.
If you compare Nissan or Toyota equipment with other competitors that are comparable in price and important characteristics, it will be difficult to find worthy rivals. Competition in the market is limited, although there are a huge number of brands and models. You can feel whether this or that model is suitable for you only after a personal acquaintance. Approach the choice of the machine consciously and using all individual parameters. Only in this way you will find really high-quality and suitable vehicle. Which Nissan or Toyota model would you choose today?
Crossovers are gaining popularity every year. In this article, we will consider which is better: Nissan X-Trail or Mitsubishi Outlander. Both Japanese companies are giants in the car market, and the rivalry between these models has been going on for more than 15 years.
The first Nissan X Trail was released in 2000 and Mitsubishi Outlander- in 2001. Over the years, several modifications of each model have been made. In 2014-2015 new versions of crossovers that are loved by customers have appeared on the Russian market. Nissan produced perfectly new car, and Mitsubishi has updated the already existing third generation of the crossover family.
Let's compare recent generations both legends and find out which one is better.
Prices and equipment
The first thing a potential buyer looks at when choosing a car is its price tag. According to this parameter, the picture looks very interesting! At the time of release updated versions in 2015, the Outlander definitely won in terms of cost. The price tag of its latest version with a 2.4 liter engine. in the maximum configuration was 1,820,000 rubles, while the opponent, also with full stuffing and a 2.5-liter engine, cost 1,895,000 rubles. The difference is obvious, and the victory was clearly in favor of Mitsubishi.
But a couple of years have passed and the situation with the price has changed radically. According to websites official dealers new nissan in the maximum configuration it costs 1,847,000 rubles, and the Outlander costs 1,999,990 rubles. And this is the price tag of the 2016 model. Crossover with a 2.4 liter engine. and a power of 167 hp. model range 2017 costs 2,109,990 rubles. This is a huge difference, and in this comparison criteria, the X Trail confidently comes out ahead. The dramatic change in value is quite understandable, and its cause will be revealed below.
Engines
Speaking of trim levels, Nissan offers its customers three types of engine:
- 1.6 l. 130 hp;
- 2.0 l. 144 hp;
- 2.5 l. 171 hp
On versions with a 1.6 liter engine, a 6-speed mechanical box gears. The remaining modifications are equipped with the familiar "Nissan" variator.
The opponent in terms of configuration, things are poorer. The car is represented exclusively by a CVT gearbox and 2 types of motors:
- 2.0 l. 146 hp;
- 2.4 l. with 167 "horses".
And by this criterion, X-Trail again comes out ahead, because it presents the buyer with more options, a more powerful engine, but at the same time for less money.
Salon
In order not to break the tradition of reviews, let's start comparing interiors with the trunk - this element is one of the main ones when choosing this type of car. And here again a dilemma arises. Comparing the latest configurations - Nissan X Trail 2.5 liter. and Mitsubishi Outlander 2.4 l. - the useful volume of the first is 497 liters. against 477 l. at the second.
But if you put aside rear seats, the situation is changing - 1585 liters. Nissan vs 1640 hp at Mitsubishi.
And if we take for comparison the 2-liter version of Mitsubishi, its Japanese competitor does not fit into the blades. The useful volume of the trunk of this modification is 591/1754 liters, which is an incredibly “capacious” figure among classmates.
However, this is a minor inconvenience. The Outlander's large trunk volume is provided by the spare wheel, which is located under the bottom, and not in the cabin, like the Nissan X-Trail. In conditions Russian roads this can create serious difficulties, since the “reserve” will constantly face the effects of dirt, moisture, and icicles will hang on it in winter. Therefore, it is better to pierce the wheels on a dry asphalt road in the warm season, otherwise you risk plunging into the hard working days of a trucker.
By the way, it is worth saying that both opponents have an electric rear door.
For passengers, there is enough space in both crossovers both front and rear. In Nissan, it is even a little more. But at the expense panoramic roof in more expensive configurations, there is enough space above the head of passengers in the second row almost back to back. This is due to the fact that a mechanism for opening and closing the roof is hidden under the ceiling lining.
The defect is insignificant, but psychologically this fact will put pressure for a certain time. The Mitsubishi Outlander will fit a person of any height.
The ergonomics of the driver's seat is extremely the same. Everything is in its place, easily accessible and not conspicuous. It is worth noting a number of subtleties that can be considered a matter of taste. For example, on-board computer in Outlander is more complicated, and the coloring of the menu makes the eyes strain more, which is quite inconvenient while driving. Interestingly, the computer control button is almost on dashboard. But Mitsubishi has paddle shifters.
In general, the Mitsubishi interior looks more sporty and bold. The same can be seen in the driving style. Nissan in this case is more of a family car, where comfort, safety and smoothness are taken as the basis. It benefits greatly from the panoramic roof, which the Outlander manufacturers cannot provide. But in general, the ergonomics and interior design of both crossovers are equally good. Considering that the volume of the trunk is in favor of one Japanese, and the number of small but pleasant options is in favor of the second, we have a draw in this round. By the way, the sound insulation in the models is also at the same level.
Technical equipment
Let's move on to the next criterion, which is one of the most important - this is optionality. And here you will understand how that colossal gap in the value of Mitsubishi, mentioned earlier, happened.
In 2015, when new versions of both crossovers entered the markets, Nissan won confidently. If we compare maximum configuration cars, then the X-Trail had both a surround view system that allows you to see all objects around the perimeter of the car through the on-board computer, and a system that warns you about the intersection of your trajectory of a foreign object when reversing.
It also has sensors that signal the intersection of the wheels of the car in a solid line, a system that notifies the vehicle is in the dead zone, as well as a system automatic switching headlights from near to far. All this was not in the early version of the restyled Outlander. In the configuration of 2016-2017. many of these options appeared, including all-round visibility and automatic headlight switching. But I had to pay extra for the options - hence the jump in price.
Both machines have intelligent all-wheel drive and a hill-stop system that automatically locks the wheels and allows you to calmly climb uphill without slipping.
Handling and maneuverability
During Comparison between Toyota Rav 4 and Nissan X Trail we talked about the fact that the Rafik is calmer and smoother, and the X Trail is faster and more aggressive. In this review of models, the situation is reversed. Compared to the Mitsubishi Outlander, Nissan is more calm and measured, and its opponent is bolder.
The "sportiness" of the Outlander can be traced in everything from interior design to driving style. This contributes wheel, which is slightly rubbery. It does not have the same responsiveness and rigidity as the competitor. Due to this, Mitsubishi has to constantly catch the balance while driving. Every now and then he tries to get away, throwing up adrenaline like firewood in a stove.
This style of driving stimulates, charges, allows you to feel the drive, but the driver quickly gets tired of constant control. The Outlander has a weak steering return, which makes it difficult to feel the car properly. Whereas at Nissan the driver drives the car using their eyesight and feeling the car through steering feedback, at Mitsubishi they have to rely on their eyesight alone. Unless you're a young, ambitious guy looking to tame a stubborn stallion, this will quickly start to strain you!
Against its background, the X-Trail seems too smooth, even, or even too correct. This can be seen in a calm and confident ride in any corners. This crossover exudes safety and stability. It's perfect as a family car! In it you can take a break from the bustle of the city and enjoy a comfortable and confident trip.
Speaking of gearboxes, both CVTs are good, but the Outlander has it tuned better. It seems to have artificial intelligence that provides a comfortable ride for the driver and protects the design of the transmission. For example, if you are at a speed of 100 km / h, try to go into manual mode and turn on downshift, the box won't let you. It seems to protect you from rash actions that can harm the transmission. In addition, when reducing speed, the gearbox often sticks in a lower stage itself, providing a reserve during acceleration.
In terms of transmission, the score moves towards the Outlander, and cross-country ability is the “horse” of the X-Trail. Its intelligent all-wheel drive is better tuned. This allows him to slowly but surely take almost any height, and take it not in a swoop with speed, but smoothly and slowly. The opponent, in turn, is a little behind, but holds the bar. Even superiority in clearance does not help to win. Road mitsubishi skylight leaves 215 mm against 210 for the opponent.
Interestingly, in recent years, crossovers have been produced with a fairly stiff suspension, which allows passengers to feel all the features of our luxurious roads. But the models presented in this review are an example of softness! Outlander, in its usual rocking, gently absorbs all the bumps and stands guard over passenger comfort. And the X-Trail swallows any terrain at all, and at any speed. And again, one point in both piggy banks!
Japanese vs Japanese: Summing up
The cars presented in our review are similar, and at the same time very different. They are similar in terms of interior and comfort. Considering the latest modifications of 2016-2017, they are almost identically equipped technically, have similar engine characteristics and equally comfortable suspension. Outlander clearly wins in terms of trunk volume and CVT operation, and the X-Trail captivates with the number of modifications and cross-country ability. Yes, and he has a price tag along with everything technical equipment an order of magnitude lower.
"And still! What to buy? - you ask. It depends on the character. The X-Trail exudes stability and safety. The crossover is perfect for calm, balanced family people who have already proved everything to everyone in this life. It can be compared to tights - it is thin and practical, and Outlander is a pair of stockings! He is frisky, aggressive, makes you always keep your finger on the pulse and be ready to maneuver. He awakens the drive! And if you have a lot of it, and you are not afraid to squander it, this car For you! But in recent years, the price tag has been biting hard on him, which scares away the "lion's share" of buyers. Therefore, it is worth weighing all the nuances and choosing the right unit. The main thing is that the ride was fun!
Recently, the AvtoVzglyad portal published material on the most dangerous on the Russian market, based on data from recall campaigns conducted recently by manufacturers. Representatives of Toyota did not agree that their car was among the "winners" and sent an official refutation of the journalistic "fabrics" to the editor, which we present without cuts.
“On behalf of the company, we would like to point out the incorrect use of terms and misrepresentation of facts in relation to the conduct of Toyota. First of all, we draw the attention of the author and readers to the fact that service campaigns are of a preventive nature. Toyota pays special attention to the quality of its cars. After the sale, the company constantly evaluates how the cars behave during the period of operation. From time to time, there may be a possibility that certain components or characteristics of vehicles may not correspond to the established technical regulations. In such cases, Toyota openly announces a service campaign and diagnoses and repairs customers' cars free of charge.
Secondly, we would like to point out that on 6576 vehicles equipped with a 2.0 liter engine, there is a possibility that if the accelerator pedal is pressed and released at a certain frequency, the exhaust gas recirculation valve (EGR1) may not close entirely due to incorrect engine control unit software, as a result of which exhaust gases can constantly circulate in the EGR system, which can lead to unstable engine operation at Idling and only in the extremely rare case to stop the engine while driving. Not a single case related to the situation described above has been recorded in Russia.”
Well, we will not argue with the opinion of the specialists of the Japanese company, although we did not find any examples of “incorrect use of terms and distortion of facts regarding service campaigns” in this text. Moreover, we agree in principle that such promotions are mostly used as an informational occasion - so that the brand is not forgotten. However, in some cases, genuine concern for the client may well be the driving motive. What, by the way, was also written by the AvtoVzglyad portal.
However, regarding the issue of the legendary reliability of Toyota cars, let us doubt that it is head and shoulders above all other brands. To begin with, let's refer to the results of studies conducted by the analytical agency. According to him, as of the beginning of 2016, there were 40,850,000 cars, of which cars of foreign brands occupied a little more than half, or rather - 58%. At the same time, during this year, our fellow citizens and guests of the country have purchased components worth 834.2 billion rubles for their "iron horses" with foreign pedigree. The undisputed leader in sales of spare parts for passenger cars belongs to Toyota, which accounted for a sixth of the total purchases. Toyota owners spent 134.3 billion rubles on parts for their cars!
At first glance, it may seem that this is a verdict on the reliability of the products of a Japanese company. Moreover, it is final and not subject to appeal. However, her affairs are still not so bad. The fact is that 3,544,099 Toyota cars run across the expanses of our Motherland, which corresponds to 15% of all “foreign cars” that have taken root here. Spare parts for them were sold in the amount of 16.1% of the total number of sold parts for cars of foreign brands. And yet, a comparison of the last two values does not confirm the amazing reliability of Toyota.
On the contrary, they are more reminiscent of the average temperature in the hospital, and with a bias towards a little more “breakability” than in the ordinary case. But let's not run ahead of the steam locomotive and see what other leaders of the Russian fleet show us. Toyota is followed by another in terms of total number of cars sold. Japanese company- . It accounts for 8% of the market and 8.5% of money spent on spare parts. The proportion is about the same, but slightly more in favor of Nissan. They are followed by Korean with 6.6% and 6.1% respectively. Further - French (5.9% and 5.6%) and German (5.7 and 5.5).
Interestingly, did you notice that both Japanese stamps require more expenses from their owners than Korean and European ones? Of course, one can refer to the fact that Toyota spare parts are more expensive, and the planned Maintenance the car has to be done more often than the rest. This is true, and for greater objectivity, let's try to turn to a couple of reliability ratings. So, recently "AvtoVzglyad" cited data from the American J.D. Power and Associates, taking into account the challenges that car owners face in the first 90 days after purchase
An article about Toyota cars - how they compare favorably with other brands. Features of cars of the Japanese brand. At the end of the article - interesting video about Toyota cars.
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The automotive giant Toyota is not only a Japanese economic miracle, not only an advanced high-tech developer, but a special world with its deep philosophy, special approach to personnel and thoughtful attitude to each of its creations. That is why their cars are so different from all other world brands.
1. Conservative
The quality of Toyota cars, elevated to the rank of "legendary", is largely due to a certain conservatism of Japanese engineers. It's strange to hear that, given how cutting-edge research the company is doing. Nevertheless, it is technical innovations that Toyota uses almost later than all other automakers. So it was, for example, with an aluminum cylinder block, on which engineers all over the world rushed to replace heavy cast iron ones. And Toyota specialists preliminarily weighed all the pros and cons:
- the engine becomes 30 kg lighter;
- fundamentally the total weight of the car aluminum block does not reduce;
- certain operational nuances appear, such as a stronger overheating of the block compared to cast iron.
A similar situation is with the vacuum sensor, which is responsible for the air flow in the motor control system. Unlike such common air flow sensors, they are almost anachronistic, but they almost never fail over the entire period of vehicle operation.
2. Suppliers
Attributing the incredible reliability of cars only due to the skill of Japanese engineers will not work. Models oriented to the European market are not produced in China, but in other countries, including Russia. However, Toyota knows how to choose suppliers of those consumables that it does not produce itself very competently. For example, she purchases all electronic stuffing from Nippon Denso. Founded in 1949, this company has become a world leader in electrical and electronics, air conditioning and radiators, heaters and communications. At the moment, it has about 70 production facilities in 22 countries, supplying assembly shops with the necessary components.
Featuring the world's thinnest 0.4mm iridium electron, Nippon Denso's innovative automotive spark plugs provide the kind of power reserve that guarantees stable ignition in the most extreme conditions. And Nippon Denso's U-shaped groove design ensures improved ignition and absolute combustion of the fuel, significantly increasing the efficiency of the car.
Only the resistors present in Nippon Denso spark plugs reduce not only car radio interference, but also prevent their influence on the navigator, fuel control systems and ABS.
All this together increases the overall reliability of Toyota vehicles, especially in comparison with Nissan, Mazda, Mitsubishi, which use spare parts from the same Mitsubishi and Hitachi.
The same can be said about the wonderful "indestructible" automatic boxes purchased from Aisin Warner. Two Japanese corporations have been cooperating for more than a decade, together tirelessly improving the quality of cars produced. Aisin is a large machine-building enterprise, which is a member of the "big three" of global manufacturers automatic transmissions. Its products have proven themselves since the 80s, when the Japanese auto industry flooded into our country on a large scale. Moreover, those car owners who still drive the models purchased at that time assure that the gearbox is still functioning perfectly.
Of course, nothing is eternal, but in this case we are talking about the size of the repair. In the context of automatic transmissions installed on Toyota cars, which are simple, strong and durable, the scale of repair work is not comparable to the daunting replacement of electronic components in other automotive brands with more "fancy" boxes. The reason for this phenomenon is simple - there is nothing to break in the simple design of Aisin transmissions. And those minor problems that sometimes arise are mostly related to improper operation by the driver himself.
3. Assembly
Most of the reliability of cars is due to the correct assembly process. Each operation performed on the conveyor must be fully completed and at the same time completed with high quality. To control this action, the workshops are equipped with special devices that do not allow assembly to continue if something is done incorrectly.
Thus, in the production of Toyota, there cannot be such a situation that the wrong part goes to the next site, and then is finalized. Employees immediately report any deviation from the norm to the management, even if it is a trifle in the form of a bolt that is not fully tightened. The foreman tries to fix the problem without slowing down the conveyor, but if this fails, then the work stops to analyze the problem and solve it competently.
4. Quality control
A multi-stage system of external quality control is even more complex and responsible than the assembly process. Each workshop independently checks the models for the so-called critical points. This is the car's compliance with the law, checking threaded connections, safety, atmospheric emissions and other things. All hinged panels are controlled for body geometry, and for every 20th car, the body is checked completely for more than 500 control points.
Also, each workshop is subjected to an external inspection at the end of the working day, which examines all changes, and especially deviations that occurred during the production process.
The final inspection awaits each model produced before being sent to the warehouse. All vehicles are inspected for compliance. appearance- build quality, paintwork- and on functional characteristics, such as camber / toe angles, engine, chassis and transmission operation, electronic assistants and other parameters.
5. Innovation
Toyota once again received the title of one of the most innovative automotive corporations in the world. The company has always been focused on continuous self-improvement, which is why it annually issues more patents for the latest developments than all other automakers combined. With its own research and development center, Toyota is constantly equipping its models with new systems that make it easier for the owner to manage. Moreover, the novelties introduced by it are not only actively taking root among motorists, but other manufacturers are also adopting them.
Among the latest innovations it is worth noting the following:
- an adaptive lighting system that directs the beam of light depending on the turn of the steering wheel;
- built-in air ionizer;
- Safety Sense system, which includes a package of pre-collision safety components, warning of violation of road markings, automatic high beam for optimal visibility at night and turning it off when another person appears on the horizon vehicle, a radar for detecting dangerously close objects that threaten to collide;
- control exchange rate stability IDDS is enhanced with new features such as deceleration, power steering reduction, selective wheel braking, torque redistribution;
- continuous improvement of the climate control system;
- replacement of all optics with LED;
- the introduction of “smart” panoramic view cameras that collect data and transmit them to the central display so that the driver can better navigate traffic situation and predicted the passage of difficult sections of the route in advance;
- improved cruise control, which maintains not only the set speed, but also the permissible distance to the vehicle in front.
6. Engines
No wonder there is an opinion among the people that engines installed on any of Toyota models, are the best. They really are so unique in their kind that connoisseurs of quality units will prefer a budget engine from Toyota to a more expensive product from another manufacturer. Why have engines gained such immense popularity?
- All cars are very rationally arranged engine compartment. Therefore, even in the event of a need for repair, it is not necessary to disassemble many parts and assemblies in order to carry out diagnostics or minor repairs. All this significantly reduces the cost of maintenance and repair work Toyota cars.
- The company spares no expense in the development of its motors, from which they differ in really excellent performance.
- Every detail, every part of the engine is selected so carefully to ensure the slowest possible wear, trouble-free operation and good maintainability.
7. Operation
If we compare Toyota cars with their "classmates" in terms of engine size, cost of spare parts and other equal parameters, then they significantly win in terms of maintenance costs. Some car owners may argue that the same German car industry needs repairs much less frequently. This is true, but even the most insignificant action regarding the “German” will cost much more than equivalent work with a Toyota car.
8. Focus on the future
It was Toyota who first realized the importance of hybrid cars and was the first to introduce its Toyota Prius. Since then, 20 years have passed, and the company has already sold more than 10 million hybrids. Despite the fact that almost the whole world was sure of the failure of the concept itself and did not believe in the success of the car put into production, Toyota has always had the gift of providence.
And even hybrid cars Japanese manufacturer different from similar models. installed on them rechargeable batteries, also developed by Toyota, have an incredible service life comparable to the life of the car itself. Engineers guarantee that the battery in a conventional car will have to be changed more often than in a hybrid that has a special lithium-ion battery.
9. Cost
Toyota cars can rightfully be called popular. The variety of the model range allows each motorist to choose a transport to his taste and budget. This is the fundamental difference between the brand, which immediately positioned itself as a democratic company in all respects. If we compare Toyota cars with direct competitors - the "Germans", the latter initially could not boast of budget models, which themselves led to Japanese expansion.
10. Adaptation
Coming on Russian market and having familiarized with our impassability, Toyota tried to adapt its models to the existing conditions as much as possible. No sensitive suspension, no ceramic coating on the cylinders and, most importantly, resistance to sudden climate changes.
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