Experts analyzed demand statistics for high-performance cars, defined as vehicles with more than 250 horsepower, for January through November 2022. The goal was to identify which cities in the country show the strongest interest in buying these cars and to name the most popular models in the segment.
The top spot for demand in this period was Moscow. According to the Avito Auto platform, the study, conducted at the request of Behind the Wheel, shows Moscow leading the market for both new and used vehicles over 250 horsepower.
Following Moscow, the cities with the highest interest were Saint Petersburg in second place and Vladivostok in third. Rounding out the top ten were Krasnodar, Makhachkala, Novosibirsk, Yekaterinburg, Sochi, Rostov-on-Don, and Grozny, all showing strong activity in the high-performance segment.
What models are driving the demand?
In the January–November window, buyer interest was strongest in the new-car market for engines exceeding 250 horsepower. The most sought-after models in this category include:
- Toyota Land Cruiser
- Mercedes-Benz G-Class AMG
- Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class
- Lexus LX
- BMW M5
In the secondary market, the trend remains robust, with the following models drawing the most attention:
- Mercedes-Benz S-Class
- BMW X5
- BMW 7 Series
- Toyota Land Cruiser
- Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Who is buying high-power cars?
Survey findings indicate that 27 percent of respondents believe a versatile, all-around vehicle should deliver more than 200 horsepower. Notably, enthusiasm for >200 horsepower is higher among younger drivers, especially those aged 18 to 24, where nearly half (47%) express a preference for powerful options.
Ongoing engagement and how to participate
Participants are invited to join the Behind the Wheel Grand Prix voting to help identify the best car novelties of the year. Those who complete the survey are entered into a drawing, with three prizes available for winners drawn in late February 2023. The questionnaire offers enthusiasts a chance to influence future coverage and rankings within the high-performance segment.