When it's time to buy new car or change the old one, the acute question of choosing a brand and model arises. Just a couple of years ago there were no alternatives to products from foreign manufacturers.

Now the situation is gradually changing for the better. Domestic auto industry finally began to produce competitive cars designed for a wide range of consumers. One of such cars, of course, is the Lada Granta. A Granta test drive will show us all the advantages and disadvantages of the model.

So, we present Volzhsky's products Automotive Factory, one of latest developments, Lada Granta. Test drive video begins with a review appearance. It may seem that outwardly it has a very familiar appearance. This is true, because its body is a modernized body of the Lada Kalina.

– power 87 Horse power at 5100 rpm;
– torque – 140 Nm at 3800 rpm;
– acceleration to 100 km in 12 seconds;
– maximum speed 167 km/h;
– average consumption fuel 7.2 liters per 100 km;
– front-wheel drive;
– manual box gears;
– standard size tires: 175/65 R14.

On the road the car behaves quite decently, the power is decent, the dynamics are good level. The disadvantages are the weak braking system and the lack of electronic insurance. The power steering leaves much to be desired.

Noise level in the cabin when driving compared to foreign models, more. In addition to the basic model, there are also improved Grants in “standard” and “luxury” versions, with noticeably enhanced characteristics and various additional options.

We will test the car under different weather conditions: in various videos of the Lada Granta, the test drive takes place in the heat, rain and snow. In all cases, the car does not lose face, again, if you make allowances for the price-quality ratio.

Absence traction control system V basic configuration Of course it’s an unpleasant thing, but not tragic. But a specially made minus camber adds stability when cornering and drifting.

With which foreign analogues can you compare our Lada? Chinese Cherry Bonus, Korean-Ukrainian ZAZ Chance, Daewoo Nexia. After a careful analytical comparison of these models, we can definitely say that the best in terms of overall indicators is the Granta Lada.

The days when cars had to line up for cars are long gone. Now, in order to sell it, you need to somehow attract a buyer. One way is a test drive, during which future owner can not only sit, but also personally try it out in various modes.

In addition, this is a good advertising opportunity. Dealers provide a car for testing to various magazines and online publications, and they publish a review about it. As a rule, this applies to new and promising models. That’s why we’ll talk about the Lada Granta, the test drive of which is now the most popular in our country.

In addition to major publications, ordinary car enthusiasts also share their impressions of driving a new car. Evidence of this are hundreds of videos posted on the Internet. Very often such films are more objective than reviews from professionals. Having analyzed both of them, you can carry out your big one. Here are the most frequently mentioned advantages and disadvantages of the Lada Grant, which were identified during testing various categories drivers.

Interior and body Grants

The vast majority of reviews boil down to the fact that it is “simple.” The car began to seem somewhat narrower due to the increase in length. It’s not for nothing that in almost all videos it is shot from the side or diagonally from the front. The reason for the increase in the base was large trunk. Every single participant noted this as a definite plus. There are running lights that work without rear lights.

It is noted that the bumpers in the standard configuration are not painted in body color. The painting itself is carried out using equipment from a well-known German company, which should lead to improved quality. Granta has a fairly convenient and spacious interior. The front seats do not cause any complaints, with the exception of adjusting the tilt of their backrests, many do not like it. As for the rear seats, they, like all VAZ cars, are, in the opinion of the majority, a bit cramped. Car enthusiasts are pleased with the presence of an airbag and electric windows.

But the front windows are valid design features don't go all the way down. It is noted that there are all sorts of shelves and cup holders in the cabin. A good all-round view of the car is recognized as an advantage. Most positive feedback revealed big test-drive to the address. The vast majority of car enthusiasts consider it modern and informative. Everyone especially likes the liquid crystal display.

The interior heater is beyond praise, and not only because of its ease of operation. It is made so successfully that even at low temperatures outside in the first position it allows you to maintain comfortable temperature inside the cabin. In addition, when driving even on a cold car Windshield does not fog up.

One of the most big shortcomings connected to the stove. Her radiator often starts leaking even before it has expired guarantee period. In itself, this is not so scary, but in addition to labor-intensive repairs, the ECU very often fails, and it is above it that the radiator is located. In addition, there is insufficient sound insulation of the cabin.

Engine, suspension and gearbox

Most video authors note the good dynamic characteristics of the car even in basic version, which has . In this configuration, it is equipped with an 8-valve engine producing 82 hp. With. This power unit The car is more than enough in all driving modes. As a drawback, many of those who have taken a long test drive note that the engine is quite noisy at speeds above 2000.

Grant does not cause any particular complaints. This is understandable - it was manufactured with the participation of specialists from the Renault concern. The car is not bad, as can be seen in the video, it holds the road even at a decent speed, and “swallows” all the unevenness of the dirt road well. Ground clearance is noted by 80% of participants. It is 16 cm, which is quite enough even for our roads.

Until now, everything has only concerned the Lada Grant in the Standard configuration, but, of course, a large test drive cannot fail to take into account other modifications. Granta became the first domestic mass-produced car with automatic transmission. Togliatti designers adapted a Japanese box for it, adapting it to our operating conditions. The manufacturer claims high reliability this node.

The automatic transmission is four-speed and, as especially noted by motorists who tested the car, has positions 1 and 2, intended for off-road conditions and traffic jams, respectively. Overdrive is also considered a plus. In addition, the video shows that the shift lever handle is quite massive, which is appreciated by the male drivers. But because of the automatic gearbox, the ground clearance decreased by 2 cm. The car became somewhat heavier, and its body had to be strengthened.

Granta in luxury and sport trim levels

It was the luxury modification that passed the most meticulous and extensive test drive. The range of options here is huge, and there is plenty of room for testing. First of all, the built-in multimedia system catches your eye. She domestic production, but has many functions and capabilities. Allows you to play tracks both from removable media and from your phone via Bluetooth.

Multimedia has a huge touch screen and great interface. She became a real decoration of the salon, the video is proof of this. There are now two airbags, and four electric windows. Lada Granta Lux is equipped with ABS and rear seat headrests. In this modification, the car also has an on-board computer, a system burglar alarm and central locking.

And of course, the main thing that all car enthusiasts note is the engine. Here it is 16-valve, with a capacity of 98 hp. With. This power unit is installed on Lada Priora cars and has very good dynamic characteristics. The downside of all this splendor is the price; in the luxury configuration, the Grant cannot be called a budget car.

For the first time, Granta in sport configuration came off the production line in 2013 and immediately won the love of a certain part of the population. The modification of the car speaks for itself, hence all the constructive and external changes. The first thing that catches your eye when watching the video is the multi-spoke alloy wheels. They fit very organically into the sporty silhouette of the car.

The next innovation is disc brakes on all 4 wheels. True, the owners note a quick breakdown brake pads. This is due to the fact that discs of increased diameter are used. The car has a manual transmission with a modified gear ratio, which allowed Grant to become even more dynamic. Its engine is 118 horsepower. This was made possible by using a different camshaft and changing the ECU filling.

The car's suspension uses short-stroke struts, which reduced the ground clearance to 14 cm. At the same time, the car received higher stability even at sharp turns. At the same time, trips around dirt roads became less comfortable due to the rigidity of the racks. This model Lada Granta is available only in the Lux configuration, which defines it high cost. But this does not stop future owners, because in order to achieve similar characteristics earlier, expensive tuning was required.

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The Lada Granta car (its factory designation is VAZ-2190) was conceived from the very beginning as inexpensive and high-quality vehicle, which would answer modern requirements to safety, but at the same time would remain accessible to the buyer. The model was developed on the basis of the first generation of Lada Kalina cars. But so many changes were made to the basic design that the Lada Granta can be considered an original development. Before you purchase this car and independently evaluate all its advantages and disadvantages, you should familiarize yourself with the test drive data and analysis of the main technical characteristics models.

Every Russian motorist I heard about the Lada Granta car. For many, the release of this model caused some skepticism, which is explained by past mistakes of the AvtoVAZ concern. Nevertheless, general impression from the Lada Granta test drive - the most favorable. Regarding the model released in 2018, we can say that its creators managed to improve the quality of the main components and eliminate some of the shortcomings that were previously reported by consumers. The operation of the gearbox has been improved.

The new Lada Granta is different increased level sound insulation compared to previous versions. Moreover, this affected the insulation not only on the floor of the cabin, but also in the trunk and on the engine panel. Together all this makes a good impression. And if we add to this the minor changes that affected the interior design and made driving more comfortable, we can say that new Granta can compete with more expensive brands auto. Perhaps, at first glance, these changes are not so noticeable, but once you spend some time behind the wheel, you begin to appreciate them.

Car appearance

The body of the Lada Granta has changed little in appearance. As before, there are several body styles. This is a sedan, a sport and also another interesting modification Lada Granta - Liftback. The latter option is considered universal, while sports model will certainly be of interest to those who often go out of town to the highway. The front part of the car has undergone the most significant changes - an updated radiator grille and bumper have been used here. The sedan's lights, bumper and even trunk lid have also changed slightly in shape.

The new body of the Lada Granta boasts spacious trunk. Its volume depends on the type of model. For a sedan this is 520 liters. But in the Liftback it is a compartment with a volume of 440 liters, and if the driver folds down the rear seat backs, the trunk volume can be increased to 760 liters. In this case, its lid will open along with rear window. Thanks to the design features, loading things into the trunk will be convenient and practical.

The company has not yet released the promised crossover. As planned, the car will be very different from all previous versions.

As for the design of the Granta, the manufacturer provides such body colors as white, orange-brown, purple, light and dark shades of blue, blue-green, gray, including those with a brownish tint.

Salon - Interior - Ergonomics

The main principle that the designers implemented in the Lada Grant in relation to the interior of the cabin is minimalism, according to the principle “the simpler the better.” This approach helps both reduce costs and pay more attention to sound insulation, although the sound of a running engine can still be heard inside the car. Lada salon The Granta is quite spacious, so the driver does not feel cramped. The ceiling inside is quite high. This is important for tall drivers. And in general the car has become more ergonomic.

The interior of the cabin is well thought out. It is finished with high-quality plastic, and compared to previous models, it should be noted that it looks better. In addition, the casing is now made at a higher level, and its parts do not creak during operation. Inconspicuous fastening materials were used to secure the elements, and some brackets were improved.

As for ergonomics, there are no special surprises in the basic configuration of the Lada Granta. But in the “Lux” configuration there are many little things that make the trip more comfortable - these are heated seats, the presence of a sun visor, the possibility of folding the rear seat and the presence of a headrest on it.

Even the Norma Classic package already includes an on-board computer. It is located between the speedometer and tachometer. This comfortable spot to display vehicle data on the screen.

But most of the changes still remained cosmetic. In particular, the steering wheel and gearbox were redesigned. The trunk shelf is trimmed with new material. The body was strengthened in the area where the engine mount passes. Theoretically, all this should fit better into the interior than it did in previous models Grants. But, of course, it all depends solely on individual preferences.

Control and driving comfort

The new Lada Granta has become safer to operate - for this purpose it has been reduced braking distances. In addition, thanks to its streamlined shape, this car accelerates faster, which affects not only safety, but also good handling.

The car handles great when dry road surface. Its advantages include stability and the absence of the need for a sharp reduction in speed when cornering. The Granta's engine is powerful enough to quickly accelerate or climb uphill. But still, the speed in front of an obstacle should be reduced, mainly due to the high landing.

On the highways new Lada Granta also behaves confidently and maintains excellent speed. No knocking noises are observed when driving, but even improved sound insulation does not allow you to completely get rid of extraneous sounds like those made by passing cars.

Speaking about the features of the Grant, it should also be noted that low consumption fuel compared to previous versions of the same car. This allows you to reduce costs by about 10-15% from normal levels. This plus can be a serious savings when using the car frequently, especially in urban environments. The new model helps you brake quickly when you see pedestrian crossing or a traffic light.

A car with a manual transmission is the most practical option. If necessary, it will be possible to turn on a hint that will help you choose the right speed and switch to desired mode, for more effective savings fuel.

In bad weather conditions, it has become easier to drive the car, since you can now choose a package that includes the installation of rain and light sensors. The adjustable one performed well steering column. It is clear that the use of all these systems makes driving safer and prevents unnecessary extreme maneuvers in poor visibility conditions.

Main characteristics of Lada Granta can be reduced to the following indicators:

body type - four-door 5-seater sedan (although there are other options - sport and liftback),

• external dimensions - 4260x1700x1500 mm;
• trunk volume is 550 liters, which will be appreciated by people who love traveling by car;
• wheelbase size - 246 cm;
• The front wheel track is 1430 mm, the rear wheel track is 1410 mm;
• ground clearance averages 160 mm;
• engine type - gasoline, injection type, With distributed injection fuel, which is controlled by an electronic system;
• engine displacement - 1596 cc;
• The engine power in the basic configuration is 87 hp, the torque value is 132 N∙m;
• capacity fuel tank is 50 liters, average gasoline consumption is 7.4 liters per 100 km, if calculated for urban conditions;
• the maximum possible speed of the model is 165 km/h, while from zero to “hundredth” the car warms up quite quickly - in 12.6 seconds.

In addition, the car is equipped with front-wheel drive and can have either manual transmission, and automatic. The front suspension is independent, the rear suspension is semi-independent, spring type.

High ground clearance is necessary for driving on bad roads, therefore, is a fundamentally important point for the Lada Granta. This indicator depends on the model and configuration. For the Lada Granta Sedan, the clearance value under the engine crankcase at fully loaded is 160 mm for manual transmission and 156 mm for automatic transmission. This value will be relevant for all types of equipment - standard norm and luxury. Under the gearbox housing with a manual transmission the same value will remain, but for an automatic transmission it decreases to 145 mm.

By the way, the clearance value for the Lada Granta Liftback will be slightly different from the sedan in any configuration.

It is also worth noting that when calculating clearance, the manufacturer takes full mass car and an additional 400 kg is added to it. But in real life the car does not receive such a load, so the ground clearance may be higher than its declared value.

Prices and options

Lada Granta price- This is perhaps the most pressing question for potential buyers. As always, everything depends on the configuration - in the cheapest version the cost will be 329,900 rubles, and in the most expensive - over 572 thousand rubles. Moreover, even in the basic model they are distinguished by a rich selection of equipment - from multimedia system to the on-board computer and many other devices.

The list that includes basic configurations of Lada Grants, looks like that:

• “Standard” package— main characteristics: power 87 hp, manual transmission5, glass frames are made in body color, no bumper paint. There is a driver airbag, child car seat mounts, and a locking function. rear doors(this is important for families with small children). It should also be noted that there are daytime running lights, anti-lock braking system brakes and a modern braking system equipped with electronics. The price ranges from 329.9 - 389.9 thousand rubles

• “Standard+” package- the main indicators correspond to those given above - the same power of 87 hp, manual gearbox5, but the bumpers are painted in body color, the door frames are made black. The price is 333.9 - 392.2 thousand rubles

• “Norma Classic” package- the main indicators are not much different from the classic configuration - the same 87 hp. and manual transmission5, but the rear seats have headrests, which increases the level of passenger comfort, and the car itself is equipped on-board computer. The price of this version is 365.6-425.6 thousand rubles

• “Norma Classic+” package- These are the same characteristics as in the previous configuration, only additionally there is air conditioning, the function of electric heating of exterior mirrors, and electric windows. The price is 387.7-447.7 thousand rubles

• "Lux" package- this is already a power of 106 hp. and MCP5. In addition, the model assumes more high level comfort - climate and multimedia, an additional airbag for the passenger, fog lights, built-in security alarm system, heated front seats and many other features that help make any trip enjoyable. The price of the Luxury version will be 443.4-519.4 thousand rubles. The Luxury package is also available with robotic box. Its price is up to 544.4 thousand rubles

• “Luxury Navigation” package— Can be equipped with both MKP5 and RKP5. At the same time there are climate system, parking sensors, audio system, navigator and many others useful functions. The price is 547.4-572.4 thousand rubles.

Choosing a used car

Many people agree to buy a Lada Granta with mileage, that is, already used. But in this case, you need to know what you might encounter, given that these cars have been produced not so long ago, since 2011, and therefore, with a relatively low mileage, the degree of wear and tear will also be low.

Firstly, it should be noted that initially this family included only one option - a four-door sedan. Then in 2011, the Lada Granta Sport appeared on the market. Its main differences from the classics were alloy wheels with a diameter of 16 inches, an increased size of the rear and front brake discs, decrease ground clearance by 20 mm. In addition, Granta Sport has gas-filled shock absorbers and low profile tires. Another body option is the Granta Liftback, which appeared on the market in 2014. It differs from other types in the shape of both the body itself and the rear side doors, as well as the front bumper and some other small details. So even among cars that are no longer new there are various options— Lada Granta sedan, Liftback and Sport.

Secondly, many of those who would like to buy a used Granta are primarily interested in its engine, despite short term operation. For some reason domestic motorists are confident that the Lada Granta engine is its weak point. In fact, any budget car will have certain problems with the engine. IN in this case It should be remembered that cars of this family can be equipped with 8- and 16-valve engines. And they behave differently during operation.

From positive characteristics With 8-valve engines, it can be noted that even if the belt breaks, the valves do not bend, so everything is not so bad. But 16-valve models behave worse; they require urgent replacement failed part. But when replacing the belt, you will need to install new ones. tension rollers. At the same time as these breakdowns, the water pump is often replaced.

Another important point: oil smudges are typical for all variations of engines used in this family. This may bother the motorist, but in fact it does not in any way affect the operation of the power unit. But if when starting the engine and changing the number of revolutions it is noticeable blue smoke from the muffler - this is already dangerous.

Thirdly, certain questions arise regarding the transmission in the Lada Grant. Here, squeaks in the clutch pedal are a common occurrence; there is no need to be nervous about this. However, experts recommend regularly lubricating both the bushing on the cable near the clutch fork and the place where the pedal connects to the rod.

Some experts advise pouring into new car synthetic compounds, and after 100 thousand kilometers - semi-synthetic. But, of course, buying old Lada Grant, it is difficult to say how her owner treated her in this case. In general, the figure of 100 thousand kilometers plays a role for such cars important role. If before this the engine worked perfectly, then after this indicator the compression begins to drop and the power decreases. Over time, it may happen that the situation gets worse, and then you will have to change piston group generally.

Gradually, of course, the clutch disc wears out and the pedal rises higher than normal, and at the same time there is an increase freewheel. In such cases, you need to change both the disk and the basket at once, and it is advisable to purchase imported spare parts for this, since their service life is much longer.

Finally, it is worth noting that the main problems with used cars arise mainly when using manual box transmission When tested, it may make noise when switching. In addition, when driving at speed, the lever may begin to vibrate quite strongly, and then the clutch will begin to creak. This sound may be heard when the clutch is depressed, which means something needs to be done to the pedal bushing. But sometimes the sound comes from engine compartment. This means that the problem is in the tip drive. In general, most often the clutch on a Lada Grant has to be repaired after 50 thousand kilometers.

Their problems may also be related to automatic transmission transmission As a rule, they are especially pronounced during rain. Usually the problem comes down to the fact that there is a special sensor in the automatic control unit, but in wet weather it works worse, and sometimes the car may not start at all because of this. So you need to contact a specialist.

Let's sum it up

Lada Granta - budget car with optimal price-quality ratio. On the road, this vehicle behaves confidently and has good handling. The car is able to accelerate quickly, without sudden jolts, and the speed changes easily. In addition, this car differs from competitors in the same price group in its increased traction, which makes it a more practical option for harsh winters. Ergonomic interior, laconic but expressive design, good build- all these are arguments in favor of buying this particular model.

The test drive of the Lada Granta took place in the Norma configuration, so we will talk about it. Engine power is 87 horsepower with a peak torque of 140 Nm.

The motor has good bottom thrust, but the top thrust is not particularly impressive. But this is enough to overcome light off-road. When the car was tested, it was winter and there was little snow, but the car coped well with the obstacle. Many people are wondering why the new product is not equipped with a sixteen-cylinder engine with a power of 98 horses? Who doesn't know the answer to this question? Most likely, because these owners will already take care of it by sending the car to a tuning workshop. The car will be able to accelerate up to hundreds of kilometers in 12 seconds, and at the same time its maximum speed will reach 167 kilometers per hour.

Luggage compartment

During the Test Drive of the Lada Grant, we learned that the car is wildly popular. Many customers carefully examined the car, asked about the price and asked to see the luggage compartment.

The luggage compartment is really large, its volume is 480 liters. Lada Priora has a smaller trunk, but its competitor Renault Logan has a trunk with a volume of 510 liters. Simply put, the trunk can fit a lot of stuff. Especially if the car was bought in economic purposes and for trips to the country. The trunk will fit six bags of potatoes, and if you fold the back seat, all ten will fit. But there is one drawback: the seat needs to be folded in parts, and before folding the seat, you need to remove the cushions from the rear seat. But for Russian car enthusiasts this is a common thing.

Test drive LADA GRANTA / Lada Granta

Salon Grants

What do you immediately want to pay attention to in the salon? To begin with, everything is decorated with good plastic, and the ceiling is high. But there is also a minus: there is no radio, so the owner himself can install here what he wants. In the cabin, unfortunately, the roar of the engine and the grinding of the transmission are also not quietly heard. But not about that now. The main highlight of this car is that there is nothing superfluous in it. And got rid of unnecessary details, because there won't be unpleasant sounds that they publish. This is the problem of the majority domestic cars. Because cars used to be equipped with low-quality parts, everything in the cabin creaked, especially the doors. But the new product does not suffer from this. Everything is as it should be here, this also applies to the center console and door trim. The assembly is much better quality, and so are the materials.

Lada Granta equipment

Another important point is the configuration of the car. Traditional VAZ modesty should be left in the past. The standard configuration is equipped with alloy wheels and electric drives for the front windows. These necessary details, without which a car is no longer a car.

But what exactly the car will be equipped with depends entirely on you, and on the amount you have available.

For 229 thousand rubles you will receive a car with the Standard package. There will only be one airbag here. The Norma package will cost 256 thousand rubles, but the equipment here is richer. The bumpers in this car have the same color as the body, and there are also wheels with a diameter of 14 inches. The car is equipped central locking, electric front windows, and electric power steering.

If the buyer is not satisfied, then he can wait for the car in a luxury package, for which he will have to pay 300 thousand rubles. This car will be equipped with air conditioning, two airbags, a radio, and anti-lock brakes braking system, and an automatic transmission may also appear.

Test drive Lada Granta in Russia and the West

These machines are known to have two problems which are reliability and safety. If the car is driven to European market, then the test drive of the Lada Grant will fail. Therefore, it makes no sense to sell a car abroad, but Russian market they will buy it with a bang. It is on this principle that cars are made in Russia. That is why the car was tested for safety on our roads, and the results, to put it mildly, were surprising. The car passed all the tests and even head-on collision, which means that cars have begun to improve compared to their predecessors. If in the predecessor you get into serious accident, then it will end in death, but in the new product you will only end up in the hospital. All this is achieved thanks to a more rigid body and airbags. But for some reason they didn’t think about the rear head restraints and stabilization system.

During the test, problems were identified with the fuel sensor, with instrument lighting, but even if these are minor things, I would still like them without errors.

In the fall of this year, AvtoVAZ brought a lot of “fruits” to its consumers - these are new versions of the XRAY hatchback, as well as the Lada Vesta, a slightly modernized Lada 4x4, but perhaps the most important event was the appearance updated family Lada Granta. And we have already tested the sedan and hatchback.

The fact that a car under the Japanese brand began to be produced on a domestic platform can be treated differently. To be glad that we finally made it! He finally produced a suitable auto-industrial platform that the Japanese liked. You can be sad that ours were never able to bring their brainchild to fruition, but as soon as the Japanese took it on, how...

Since its appearance at the end of 2011, Lada Granta has been an active participant in the struggle for leadership in class B. And if at first new model was still inferior to Priora and Kalina, then in last year it is the most popular in the segment. Foreign competitors are also far from it - Solaris, Logan, Rio, Polo. Moreover, with the advent of the Grant liftback body, it should become even more popular. What about reliability?

On May 14, in the city of Izhevsk, a official start production of the Lada Granta car in a liftback body (or, if someone prefers, they can call it a hatchback). I think I won’t open America by saying that the model can be called long-awaited. Indeed, after the start of production of the Granta, a lot of gasoline leaked in the sedan body, the head of AVTOVAZ managed, for the umpteenth time, to change, and the model, contrary to the original “low-cost” concept, acquired luxury equipment, including those equipped with automatic transmission. According to Bo Andersson, the new director of the automobile plant, the Granta liftback will be assembled only here, at the Izhevsk site. For this purpose, serious investments were poured into the plant, and production was thoroughly modernized.

Let's generalize. Did Granta Sport turn out to be more interesting than Granta? Without any doubt. Did it turn out more harmonious? No and no again. Shapovalov and Co. did upset the Grant balance, the fragile balance of all the consumer properties of the car. Acoustic comfort “floated away”, shaking on rear seats became on the verge of decency, on low revs the car “doesn’t drive”... And now the final question: did the creators of Grants Sport hit the target they themselves determined? Certainly!

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