On the secondary market of Ukraine, for a budget of up to $7000, crossovers with ground clearance of about 195-215 mm are available.
Crossovers up to $7000 with high ground clearance: five models
The list by Autoportal experts includes mainly crossovers from 2004-2010, among which there are both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive versions.
1. Hyundai Tucson I (2004-2010)
The Hyundai Tucson has a ground clearance of 195 mm. The source advises considering the petrol 2.0-liter engine or the 2.0 CRDi diesel. The first-generation Hyundai Tucson is available for $6000-7000, including all-wheel drive versions.
2. Kia Sportage II (2004-2010)
The Kia Sportage is technically close to the Hyundai Tucson and also has a ground clearance of 195 mm. On the Ukrainian market, petrol and diesel cars of this generation are available within $7000.
3. Mitsubishi Outlander (2003-2008)
For the Mitsubishi Outlander, the source indicates ground clearance of up to 215 mm depending on the generation. The first Outlanders are offered with 2.0 and 2.4 L engines; there are first-generation cars for less than $7000.
4. Suzuki Grand Vitara II (2005-2010)
The Suzuki Grand Vitara has a ground clearance of 200 mm, permanent all-wheel drive, a low-range gear and locking. Offers from 2005-2008 cost from approximately $5000 to $7000.
5. Nissan Qashqai I (2007-2010)
The Nissan Qashqai has a ground clearance of 200 mm. Within a budget of up to $7000, cars with petrol and diesel engines, manual transmissions and CVTs are available.
“The main emphasis is on suspension reliability, resistance to broken roads and repairability in Ukraine,” notes the author of the material, Oleksii Astapov.
