German cars: advantages and disadvantages. List of German car brands

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

All people are well aware of which cars are considered the best in all respects. These are, of course, German cars. Audi, Opel, Mercedes, Volkswagen, Porsche… These are just the most famous brands! And this is by no means a complete list. Well, it is worth discussing this topic in more detail, as it is really very interesting.

List of companies

So, first of all, I would like to name those companies that produce German cars. And first in alphabetical order is Aaglander, which produces completely unique convertibles with original vintage style.

ABT is a tuning company that stylizes cars made by Volkswagen, Audi, Seat and Skoda.

Another company is Alpina. Produces luxury German cars to order. This company operates on the basis of BMW cars.

Amphicar - everything is simple here. 4-seater car. Floating. The only one that is being mass-produced.

Artega - This company lasted only six years, it was closed in 2012. However, the technologies developed by specialists were extremely interesting and promising. Even “too advanced” for the society of that time. Therefore, in order not to lose the idea, VW AG bought the company. All technologies began to be used in the machines produced by this concern.

And what German cars are no longer found? These are cars manufactured by Barkas - the company produced vans and minibuses, as well as specials. trucks with cars. The company existed for exactly 30 years, by the way, it closed in 1991.

Bavaria, Brennabor, Daimler, DKW, Gemballa, Goliath, Gumpert Apollo, Horch, Isdera, Magirus, MAN, Multicar, Smart, Trabant, Veritas, Wartburg, Wiesmann - these are all German companies that produce (or have produced – some closed) cars, trucks, motorcycles and more. And they should have been mentioned, since the enterprises are little known, but deserving of respect.

BMW

The famous Bavarian concern! Perhaps, if you ask an absolute amateur about what German cars he knows, he will answer without hesitation: “Mercedes” and “BMW”. Indeed, these two brands are extremely popular all over the world.

So, what are the pros and cons in the story about the cars of this brand? You should focus on the reviews of the owners. Of the pluses, they distinguish: prestige, elegance, comfortable interior, technical characteristics. Indeed, BMWthis is a car for people who care about status and speed. What are the downsides? The following is noted here: huge fuel consumption, in some models - too low landing and aggressiveness. People who want a quiet ride will not like this car. He "vomits" from a place, abruptly stops, you feel tense when you drive this car. Plus, maintenance is expensive.

Mercedes-Benz

If any German-made cars can be called cult, it's Mercedes. These cars have long been synonymous with luxury, we alth and excellent taste. BRABUS, AMG, Lorinser, Carlsson… the world's best tuning studios always take on new items produced by the eminent Stuttgart concern. Hundreds of horsepower under the hood, unrealistically comfortable interiors, where everything is designed as ergonomically and comfortably as possible (what Mercedes became famous for back in the 80s), perfect handling … But what is wrong with this car? It's simple - the price. To afford a Mercedes means to automatically receive the status of a respectable and we althy person. And then spend money on it. For fuel, for maintenance, and if it is an old car (for example, from the legendary w124 series), then you also spend money on some parts that sooner or later become unusable and require replacement. All in all, Mercedes makes amazing, unique cars, but terribly uneconomical in every way.

Audi

If we talk about the most popular German cars in Russia, then "Audi" will definitely be in the top five. At the end of the pastcentury, this company did not produce such cars as it is now. But to date, Audi is showing great results. The company makes new engines, uses modern technologies, improves styles - it is not surprising why interest has increased in them.

Pros? Same as above models. Beautiful, elegant, impressive in every way. And also, if there is an idea in your mind to buy an “adult” Audi, but there are doubts, you should discard them. Old models were made of very durable metal. That is why today there are very few of these cars with rust and body defects.

Cons? Here you can find more details. Too much oil consumption is the first thing. About a liter per 1000 km! Timing belts also need to be changed frequently. In turbodiesel engines, after 100,000 kilometers, hydraulic bearings fly, and the chain drive wears out. In general, the main disadvantage of "Audi" is that it requires investment and careful maintenance. Especially models that are not one or two years old.

Opel and Volkswagen

Telling about which German cars are very popular, one cannot fail to note Opel and Volkswagen. Of the latter, however, now it is not necessary to speak. Because of that conflict in September. But still it is worth saying a few words! It should be noted that Volkswagens are solid, reliable, safe cars that were created taking into account the wishes of motorists. Many believe that now, due to the “diesel scandal”, confidence in the cars of this brand will fall - but no. There is a slight decline, but that's all. And the rest - a complete order. Moreover, in the Russian Federation, the Volkswagen Golf is among the top five most popular and sought-after cars. And that means something.

What is known about Opel? Many jokingly say that this is a German “Zaporozhets”. But only the price is meant, not the quality. Indeed, one of the main advantages of Opel is their low cost. Comfortable, reliable, undemanding - for these pluses, people fell in love with these cars.

Conclusion

Good thing, now is the time when you don't need to think about how much it costs to clear a German car? How to do it? What is necessary? Indeed, now in our country it is really possible to buy a German car and immediately put Russian numbers on it!

Many German cars have been listed above. This list is really great. And, based on all of the above (although this is far from all - you can discuss this topic for a very long time), we can say with confidence that cars made in Germany do not have so many minuses. In the end, nothing is perfect. And German cars were, are and will be popular. After all, this is a quality that has been tested by time and millions of buyers.