In the United States, car tourism has become almost a national sport. In Europe, they are not far behind the Americans, they try to go every year somewhere with the whole family. Recently, Ukrainians have also become interested in traveling around the country, and we have many more opportunities for this.

For the road to bring only positive emotions, the car must be as comfortable as possible for passengers and the driver. If one is not available, then you can rent a car for the trip. It is also beneficial for vehicle owners who spare their “horse” on our roads and bumps.

Travel Machine Requirements

For this category, we have fairly stringent requirements:

• The car should have a comfortable and spacious interior so that the back and legs do not numb from a long stay without movements.
• Necessarily roomy trunk.
• Excellent technical specifications.
• A powertrain transmission should yield fuel economy and high speed.
• Also, the best cars for traveling should have a soft suspension, which will not allow vacationers to recount all the pits on the road with a fifth point.
• High level of vehicle reliability and safety.

When choosing a car for long trips in Ukraine, only a combination of such requirements together will help turn your trip into an adventure hundreds of kilometers long. Remember that the ranking did not include special models for tourism, like campers and campers.

Top 5 travel cars

So, let's start our rating:

1. Volkswagen Golf

The car comes with an all-wheel-drive system, a roomy luggage compartment. The choice in favor of this brand and model of the car will make any trip perfect. Under the hood, a 1.8-liter engine on gasoline. Engine power 170hp, which works in conjunction with a dual-clutch automatic transmission. Motor power is quite normal for long journeys.

2. Toyota Camry

This is one of the most popular class D vehicles. It is chosen for traveling around Ukraine because of good noise insulation, the presence of heated seats, comfortable rear seats, the presence of a parking sensor, etc.

The most serious equipment for the price has the option of controlling blind spots, a three-zone climate control system and an Air Bag for rear passengers. It is suitable for large families. There is a lot of space in the cabin, and not just to sit with comfort. At the wheel, the driver is resting, and does not feel tired from winding kilometers along the highway. If necessary, you can stay in the car for the night.

3. Citroen Berlingo

This vehicle pleases with the impeccable operation of a 6-speed automatic transmission. The interior is as thought out as possible, convenient on the road not only to the driver, but also to passengers. The model shows a good combination of price / quality.

4. Audi Q7

This option cannot be called cheap, but nobody advises you to buy a car. You can always cheaply rent a vehicle at BLS. The car does not need a long introduction. Motorists like it for its good engine performance, automatic transmission, soft suspension, thanks to which the road is not felt in any way.

Talking about additional options is not worth it, because the car has everything for this class, and you can even say that a little more. Assistants, transverse line control, cruise control - these are just a few of the machine's capabilities. If we talk about security, then all participants in the trip do not need to worry.

It is convenient to get around the Audi Q7 on the road and in traffic jams. At a speed of 65km / h, the assistant is ready to drive the car himself. New versions of the model every year confirm that such a brand and model will be an excellent choice in favor of long trips in Ukraine.

5. Chevrolet Tahoe

If you are looking for a cheap SUV for tourism, then consider that the Chevrolet Tahoe will cope with the task. It was released in 1995, and the name was taken from the eponymous lake between Nevada and California. The 4th generation Tahoe is now on sale. This is an all-wheel drive jeep that feels confident on any quality of road surface.

Functional interior, impressive parameters created for real adventures. Average fuel consumption - up to 20l per 100km. Suitable for a company of 5 people. Everyone will be comfortable.

Ratings of foreign cars according to different criteria

Lists of the best family cars for sorties in Ukraine can also be selected according to different criteria - functionality or comfort. Imagine only a few of them.

TOP 3 cars for long trips for a large family

When choosing this rating, they relied on the spaciousness of the interior inside and the convenience of the seats:

1. Ford Grand C-MAX received the original interior. It is an ideal passenger car for traveling around villages and towns. The second row seats can be folded, and then there will be space to ride reclining. The back door opens in the opposite direction, but this does not hurt to put a baby car seat for your child.
2. Renault Scenic is the best choice for Ukrainians. A stiffer suspension + comfortable interior reduces shaking on our roads. If you fold the chairs, then not only numerous luggage will fit, but also a standard mattress for relaxation. It is convenient for traveling with children who need a daytime sleep.
3. Skoda Roomster speaks for itself. The word Room in English means room. In this car, the rear seats are located slightly higher than the front ones, like in a movie theater. Such a landing provides an excellent overview of everything that happens outside the window.

This small rating will allow you to choose a car if you have small children or just a big family.

TOP 3 cars for city excursions

Connoisseurs of leisurely studying local embellishments from a car window, or simply driving through the city, need to choose a vehicle for the panoramic model. At the same time, we again emphasize that you have a large family.

The most convenient cars for city excursions are:

1. Honda FR-V, which Ukrainians generally nicknamed the most convenient vehicle for moving around the city. The child can even be seated in front to tell him the story of the city. The rear people get great views of local attractions through the huge windows. You can even take photos of objects from any angle without any problems.
2. Kia Carens is a popular model not only for Ukraine, but for the whole world. The car is appreciated for maneuverability, the ability to park anywhere in the city. The dimensions are small, but still it can accommodate a lot of things. It is easy to stay with children in a comfortable lounge.
3. Volkswagen Touran is already a discharge of compact vans, where there are upper removable luggage racks. In this version, ergonomic chairs for drivers and passengers are waiting for you, so you can plan long trips, even abroad. Inside, high-quality finish, although this is already a secondary criterion when choosing.

In the last car, add numerous notches and small compartments for small things, and it will become clear why we put this economical car on our travel list.

Mini and compact vans

Below will be a rating of reliable cars for trips with good capacity:

1. Mercedes V-Class is easily identified as the leader of this trio. On the road, do not take the car, but the suspension will withstand everything. Eco-friendly materials, an invented exterior, an elegant interior - these are the elite class.
2. Volkswagen Multivan also has a practical kitchenette. An outlet and a water source are a big plus for travelers.
3. VolkswagenT5 Doubleback - for relaxation near the water. These cars in Europe are relevant because of the ability to pick up a trailer on them with a full rest room.

Practical devices inside the VolkswagenT5 only enhance the comfort of relaxation.

TOP 3 budget cars for long-distance fuel consumption

Looking for a “horse” for long trips around our country, you need to consider budget options with low fuel costs.

The list includes:

1. Citroen C4 Cactus, where fuel consumption is 4 liters per 100km. This is a comfortable car for relaxation, comfortable. The engine is medium power, but easily copes with the load.
2. Opel Zafira eats more - 6.5 liters, but roomy and reliable.
3. Seat Alhambra “eats” 7.2 liters, also belongs to the category of economical models.

Seat Alhambra is an ideal choice for outings, and the bonus is the availability of sleeping places inside.

The best crossovers for travel

You can directly say that a large and comfortable crossover is the best car for traveling around the world.

These cars are just right for traveling:

1. Peugeot3008 - Ukrainian dear she can not stand, but you can rush abroad. It has a beautiful appearance and low fuel consumption.
2. Hyundai Santa Fe stands out from the rest with high ground clearance and excellent speakers in the cabin. This rental car is considered to be a budget car.
3. AudiQ5 allows you to travel around the country with maximum comfort.

The last car can be called suitable for travel not only in Europe but also in Ukraine.

Powerful transport

The best car for off-road traveling is considered to be the Land Cruiser 200 from Toyota, Mitsubishi Pajero and Volvo XC90. These are practically “budget” cars for traveling around the country.

Among the expensive SUVs for traveling in car rental are:

1. Peugeot Boxer can easily be called a remake of a car for a family car with a berth. True, the clearance here is low - only 14cm. so take only for Europe.
2. The Carado A 464 van based on the Ford Transit was thought through to the smallest detail. The machine has a high load capacity. You can easily plan a vacation near a pond or stop in the suburbs and put up a tent. Motels in this case are not relevant.
3. Cristall Winner completes all ratings of our review of recreational vehicles. Modelka is based on Fiat Ducato. Do not hesitate, it will be convenient on the road.

Each version of the car has its pros and cons, but we decided to give you a general idea about the models. It is difficult to single out a specific car for traveling in Ukraine. It all depends on the option of the body, capacity, engine consumption, as well as the amount of money that you have.

But do not immediately look for an inexpensive car for traveling, if a couple of thousand are not enough to buy, it is better to rent a car for a vacation period with BLS. For symbolic money, get the Internet with Wi-Fi, a baby car seat, GPS and other lotions for traveling long distances. All cars are shod by season, come with maintenance, and the price already includes GO and Casco.