Many women, despite the popular stereotype, do an excellent job of driving a car, and partly this is due to the vehicle being correctly selected for the girl’s individual qualities.
Also, when choosing a budget car, do not forget that each of the fair sex values convenience and sophistication in a car.
These are the small cars for women under 200 thousand rubles that were included in today’s rating. Each car made it to the top based on sales statistics and girls’ opinions about the most reliable and convenient means of transportation around the city.
How to choose a car for a woman
The first thing you should pay attention to is the reliability and safety level of the vehicle. So that the car does not stall on the way to school or work, or stop on the way to the dacha or a country trip.
It is necessary to take into account the technical characteristics, because the vehicle’s susceptibility to breakdowns and the cost of spare parts and repairs play a significant role in the operation of the vehicle.
You also need to decide on the body. Girls prefer compact coupes and also choose hatchbacks. This body is easy to drive, especially when parking.
Color. It would seem that we are simply talking about individual preferences. But this is not always an easy decision, since each brand is represented in its own color palette. Externally, the vehicle may be attractive, but this model range may not have the desired color scheme.
It should be noted that vehicles painted in dark colors blend in with the bulk of cars on the road and are therefore less noticeable, especially in unfavorable weather conditions, when it is cloudy and raining outside. Therefore, for those who prefer miniature cars, you should choose light, bright colors.
Hyundai Solaris
Among women, hatchback cars, such as the Hyundai Solaris, are more popular. They are slightly shorter than a sedan, which improves their maneuverability in dense city traffic.
Since 2016, the car has received a new design, a more productive 6-speed automatic transmission with a 1.6 liter engine of 123 hp. A 1.4-liter engine with 100 hp is also offered. With. and 6 tbsp. manual/automatic The cost is already at the upper limit of the price segment and amounts to almost 740 thousand rubles.
Technical nuances
Mechanical or automatic? For a novice woman with little driving experience, the main problem is the manipulation of shifting gears on a manual gearbox.
Therefore, it is better to give preference to an automatic transmission, but it is the classic version, not the robot. The logic here is absolutely simple - navigating among two pedals is much easier than among three, simple controls that do not require special knowledge and skills.
- For safety, you do not need to choose a complete set with “minced meat”.
- The main thing is that the car is equipped with airbags, seat belts, and ABS.
- At the discretion of the future owner (depending on the expected purchase budget) - devices to facilitate parking.
- Everything comes with experience, and sometimes you have to make a significant investment in parking radars.
For comfort, heated seats and air conditioning are enough. If your budget allows, you can purchase options such as climate control and the latest audio system. But for inexperienced drivers, high-quality tires and optimal insurance are preferable.
Basic criteria for choosing a car for a novice driver
What criteria do women follow when buying their first car?
Here are the main factors:
- Aesthetic appearance;
- Optimal transport;
- Vehicle dimensions;
- Safety;
- Cozy salon with comfortable chairs;
- Color brightness;
- Body, its type;
- Easy controls;
- Economical consumption of gasoline;
- Inexpensive maintenance;
- Low operating costs.
For a novice driver, it is not advisable to consider the option of purchasing a used car, which, moreover, had several previous owners. Old cars are prone to breakdowns, and it is difficult for a woman to carry out repairs on her own if the car stops en route.
Sellers, as a rule, stipulate all existing problems, which become fully apparent already in the first weeks or months of use. But if the budget does not allow you to buy a new vehicle, then the used vehicle you buy should not be manufactured more than 5 years ago.
Opel Corsa
Visually, the Opel Corsa stands out sharply among its “classmates” - women's cars with an automatic transmission do not have such a pronounced sporty appearance and daring character.
The car is offered in three-door or five-door versions and is equipped with a 1.2-liter engine producing 85 hp. With. with a robotic transmission, or a 1.4 liter 101 hp engine. With. with a 4-speed automatic. In the cheapest version, the cost starts from 514 thousand rubles.
Machine selection
The modern automotive industry offers a wide range of products that meet the needs of the fair sex. Every girl can choose “her” brand according to her needs.
- Beginners should buy a safe car with an automatic transmission; it is advisable to have additional options, such as automatic braking system, climate control, acoustic parking system, power steering, etc.
- Girls driving miniature cars on city roads and country roads are at great risk, since a small vehicle in the event of even a minor accident is damaged more than powerful and large cars.
The reliability factor is also of great importance, because any driver feels more confident if he drives a serviceable vehicle.
Popular models
Statistical sales figures and a survey of owners allows us to create an extensive list of brands that women prefer to purchase as their first means of transportation. Let's look at the main options.
Chevrolet Spark
Medium-power vehicles with speeds exceeding 100 km/h. You can choose between a manual or automatic transmission.
- The model is well suited for traveling around the city, is affordable and quite economical to operate.
- Bright design, cozy and quite roomy interior, youthful interior with a clear instrument panel.
Daewoo Matiz
The brand of miniature cars is especially popular among girls; it does not cause difficulties with parking and maneuverability when driving in large traffic.
- The vehicle is designed for driving in the city, but on a good road it can easily take you to the lake or on small family trips.
- The automatic transmission facilitates smooth gear shifting; the power allows you to start dynamically and move smoothly.
In terms of ease of operation, the car corresponds to business class, but the price is significantly lower.
Peugeot 107
This brand is presented in 2 versions: with three or five doors, the price difference is not too significant. The base model has a pair of airbags as well as ABS.
1 liter engine, choice of transmission options depending on the selected modification, economical gas mileage and attractive external data.
Kia Soul
This vehicle has an original design, has convenient controls and is perfectly adapted for city driving and trips into nature. The model has sufficient power and is equipped with a protective body kit.
Almost all trim levels have a camera for viewing when reversing. When modifying the 2 liter engine, there is an option for automatic parking.
Renault Captur
A popular and stylish vehicle with a modern, interesting design. Without expensive modifications, the vehicle has everything you need - front-wheel drive, a choice of transmission.
The Style package with two-tone body paint looks original.
- The version with a two-liter modification has all-wheel drive and a 4-speed automatic transmission.
- The car is not cheap, but it has proven its reliability on the roads.
- For a small additional cost, you can order personal decoration for the entire interior or its individual elements.
Logan
Perhaps some girls will find this option boring. The model is too common, not exclusive and not quite miniature. But affordable and practical, management is not difficult.
Quite high-quality assembly and optimal ergonomics, the seats are comfortable, the luggage compartment is quite spacious, the car is completely repairable.
Chevrolet Spark
Small vehicles are very popular among women as a means of transportation on city roads and on country roads. The car has a popular designer body type, the interior is decorated in bright colors, an interesting design of the driver's seat, and easy controls.
The model does not belong to the budget category, but among used ones you can find quite decent options in fairly good condition.
Kia Picanto
The small subcompact hatchback Picanto received many awards in various categories: in particular, it was called “Car of the Year”, awarded the title “Most Promising Car” and much more.
And this is not surprising - Koreans meticulously approach the design of their models, trying to satisfy the target audience as much as possible. In the case of the Picanto, they succeeded in everything - the car is small in size, but at the same time has a fairly spacious interior, an automatic transmission, which comes with an 84-horsepower 1.2-liter gasoline engine, as well as an interesting and pleasant design.
The above equipment currently costs from 774 thousand rubles.
Advantages of small cars
Women's car models have a number of advantages, the main of which are:
- Economical. This dignity is appreciated not only by women. Seeing the steady increase in gasoline prices, many men are also beginning to prefer small cars.
- Affordable price. There is no doubt that the modern market also offers prestigious small cars at high prices, but this is an exception to the rule. Basically, models in this segment are affordable and not too burdensome for the average budget.
- Maneuverability. In modern cities with fairly dense traffic flow, it is easier to move and park in a miniature vehicle. This type of transport does not require much space to turn and it easily avoids obstacles.
- Design. Miniature cars, due to their catchy design, will not be able to get lost in dense traffic - it is precisely these cars that have a body that has a bright and rich color palette, which is especially appreciated by women.
- Inexpensive to operate. A small car is subject to a small transport tax, it consumes gasoline sparingly, the price of an insurance policy is quite optimal compared to powerful engines, and the costs of purchasing spare parts and repairs are low.
The perception of a vehicle by people of different genders differs significantly. For a girl, the main thing is that the model is interesting and the brand is attractive.
But, nevertheless, one should take into account not only the brightness of the body color and the interesting interior of the cabin. The main thing is a reliable and safe vehicle, high-quality assembly and practicality.
Hyundai i30
Another Korean hatchback, not inferior to the Picanto in popularity. It surpasses it in size, weight and engine power - the version with an automatic transmission is offered with a 1.6 liter 130 liter engine. With.
But at the same time, the interior is an order of magnitude larger, the dynamic characteristics are higher, and the class itself is not a sub-, but a compact car. Therefore, the price for the Hyundai i30 starts at 917 thousand rubles. – however, this car is perfect not only for girls, but also as a family car. Recently it has not been officially sold in Russia.
