The long-awaited new product in the Russian segment of budget cars - the Lada Vesta sedan - in its overall dimensions is on the border of B and C classes. The length of the car is 4410 mm, width – 1764 mm, height – 1497 mm, wheelbase – 2635 mm. Underbody clearance of 178 mm allows you to confidently move on roads with poor surfaces, be it asphalt riddled with holes or a country dirt road. In addition to high ground clearance, good geometric cross-country ability is ensured by fairly short overhangs: front – 860 mm, rear – 915 mm.
The Lada Vesta engine line includes several gasoline power plants. From the start of sales, the car is offered only with a 1.6-liter engine producing 106 hp. This four-cylinder unit with serial number 21129 is a Russian development and is installed on other AvtoVAZ models, for example, on the same Lada Granta liftback. Later, the sedan’s engine range will be replenished with H4M (1.6 liters, 110 hp) and 21179 (1.8 liters, 122 hp) engines. The first engine is provided by the Renault-Nissan alliance, the second is domestically developed.
Technical characteristics of Lada Vesta engines:
| Parameter | 1.6 106 hp | 1.6 110 hp | 1.8 122 hp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine code | 21129 | H4M | 21179 |
| engine's type | petrol without turbocharging | ||
| Supply system | distributed injection | ||
| Number of cylinders | 4 | ||
| Cylinder arrangement | in-line | ||
| Number of valves | 16 | ||
| Cylinder diameter, mm | 82.0 | 76.0 | 82.0 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 75.6 | 88.0 | 84.0 |
| Compression ratio | 10.45:1 | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Working volume, cubic meters cm. | 1596 | 1598 | 1774 |
| Power, hp (at rpm) | 106 (5800) | 110 (5500) | 122 (5900) |
| 148 (4200) | 150 (4000) | 170 (3700) | |
| Weight, kg | 105.4 | 92.5 | 109.7 |
Gearboxes are represented by a 5-speed “mechanics” Renault (index JH3) and a 5-speed VAZ “robot”. The manual transmission is based on a 2180 manual transmission, which was supplemented with a Valeo clutch and a gear shift mechanism from ZF. The transmission was developed back in 2014, and since then it has been installed on many Tolyatti models.
Technical characteristics of Lada Vesta gearboxes:
| Parameter | 5-speed manual transmission | 5-speed manual transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model | JH3 510 | 21827 | |
| Gear ratio | 1st gear | 3.727 | 3.636 |
| 2nd gear | 2.048 | 1.950 | |
| 3rd gear | 1.393 | 1.357 | |
| 4th gear | 1.029 | 0.941 | |
| 5th gear | 0.795 | 0.784 | |
| Reverse | 3.545 | 3.500 | |
| Weight, kg | 33.0 | 33.1 | |
The suspension of the Lada Vesta is arranged according to the classic design: MacPherson struts are installed in front, and a torsion beam is installed in the rear. The rack-and-pinion steering mechanism is equipped with an electric booster.
The luggage compartment of the car boasts a decent volume of 480 liters. It is also possible to tow an unbraked trailer weighing up to 450 kg. If the trailer has brake mechanisms, its weight should not exceed 900 kg.
Fuel consumption of a Lada Vesta with a 106-horsepower engine and manual transmission does not exceed 6.9 liters per 100 km. The modification with a robotic gearbox is more economical - on average it consumes 6.6 liters. In terms of dynamic characteristics, the manual version has an advantage, accelerating to “hundreds” in 11.2 seconds. A car with a “robot” is almost 3 seconds slower.
Full technical specifications of Lada Vesta
| Parameter | Lada Vesta 1.6 106 hp | Lada Vesta 1.8 122 hp | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||||
| Engine code | 21129 | 21179 | ||
| engine's type | petrol | |||
| Injection type | distributed | |||
| Supercharging | No | |||
| Number of cylinders | 4 | |||
| Cylinder arrangement | in-line | |||
| Number of valves per cylinder | 4 | |||
| Volume, cubic cm. | 1596 | 1774 | ||
| Power, hp (at rpm) | 106 (5800) | 122 (5900) | ||
| Torque, N*m (at rpm) | 148 (4200) | 170 (3700) | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Drive unit | front | |||
| Transmission | 5 manual transmission | 5 manual transmission | 5 manual transmission | 5 manual transmission |
| Suspension | ||||
| Front suspension type | independent MacPherson type | |||
| Rear suspension type | semi-dependent | |||
| Brake system | ||||
| Front brakes | ventilated disc | |||
| Rear brakes | drums | |||
| Steering | ||||
| Amplifier type | electric | |||
| Tires | ||||
| Tire size | 185/65 R15 / 195/55 R16 | |||
| Disk size | 6.0Jx15 / 6.0Jx16 | |||
| Fuel | ||||
| Fuel type | AI-92 | |||
| Environmental class | Euro 5 | |||
| Tank volume, l | 55 | |||
| Fuel consumption | ||||
| Urban cycle, l/100 km | 9.3 | 9.0 | 9.5 | 9.3 |
| Extra-urban cycle, l/100 km | 5.5 | 5.3 | 6.2 | 6.0 |
| Combined cycle, l/100 km | 6.9 | 6.6 | 7.4 | 7.2 |
| dimensions | ||||
| Number of seats | 5 | |||
| Number of doors | 4 | |||
| Length, mm | 4410 | |||
| Width, mm | 1764 | |||
| Height, mm | 1497 | |||
| Wheelbase, mm | 2635 | |||
| Front wheel track, mm | 1510 | |||
| Rear wheel track, mm | 1510 | |||
| Front overhang, mm | 860 | |||
| Rear overhang, mm | 915 | |||
| Trunk volume (min/max), l | 480 | |||
| Ground clearance (clearance), mm | 178 | |||
| Weight | ||||
| Curb (min/max), kg | 1230/1280 | |||
| Full, kg | 1670 | |||
| Maximum trailer weight (equipped with brakes), kg | 900 | |||
| Maximum trailer weight (not equipped with brakes), kg | 450 | |||
| Dynamic characteristics | ||||
| Maximum speed, km/h | 175 | 178 | 188 | 186 |
| Acceleration time to 100 km/h, s | 11.2 | 14.1 | 10.2 | 12.1 |
Domestic car enthusiasts no longer expected feats from AvtoVAZ in the form of really good cars. However, the designers managed to surprise even foreign critics with something: the technical characteristics of the new Lada Vesta did not let us down at all.
This nuance, combined with the relatively low prices for the new car offered to the domestic buyer (even in the highest configuration), created a resounding success for the model that had barely left the assembly line. Russian motorists are closely monitoring developments, and designers never cease to amaze: the characteristics of the Lada Vesta sedan promise to be surpassed in the same model, made in a station wagon.
Available body types
Reviews about the characteristics of the Lada Vesta create a pleasant impression. Many car enthusiasts have the feeling that we are not talking about the products of the more than once disgraced AvtoVAZ, but about a solid, brand new budget-class foreign car.
It is worth noting that at this stage the Lada Vesta sedan, the characteristics of which have already amazed the public, is the only mass-produced body type. AvtoVAZ facilities will be ready to produce a hatchback of this model by the end of spring 2016, and the model after restyling will undergo all kinds of test drives and will be released for sale only by the fall.
The best news is saved for last. The technical characteristics of the Lada Vesta station wagon promise to become something qualitatively different and superior to the capabilities of a sedan and hatchback. Information about the exact performance of this model is not yet available, but work on creating a Vesta of this type is already underway at the concern. It is worth noting that the plant management promises to make this station wagon a real crossover: the characteristics of the Lada Vesta will fully correspond to this title. According to experts, we should expect higher fuel consumption and more power from the standard engine that powers all-wheel drive, as well as independent soft suspension. In this case, the station wagon risks becoming a real pearl of AvtoVAZ, and such success can overshadow past failures. Unfortunately, it is currently not possible to find out anything about the characteristics of the Lada Vesta Cross, but the release of the crossover is planned immediately after the release of the hatchback.
Dimensions of Lada Vesta
The impressive dimensions of the Lada Vesta deserve special attention. Currently, the car is the largest in its class - and this guarantees not only stability on the road, but also space for the driver and passengers, and a spacious trunk. Of course, maneuverability in urban conditions suffers somewhat from its large size - however, this nuance is compensated by the excellent handling of the model, revealed during the test drive.
The standard body width will be 1764 mm, and the height will be 1497 mm. At the same time, the sedan will be slightly longer than the hatchback: the overall length of the first will be 4410 mm, and the second – 4250 mm. The shorter length of the second body type, which could have a negative impact on the size of the trunk, is compensated by the higher height of the rear of the car.
The wheelbase length for both the sedan and the hatchback is 2635 mm, and the track width is 1510 mm. With the given proportions of the wheelbase, the turning radius is only 5.2 meters - this is a fairly good indicator for a car of such impressive size for its class.
The ground clearance of the model is quite high, but varies depending on the assembly and configuration. As past experience has shown, the characteristics of the Lada Vesta “Sport” (WTCC) will differ from standard types of city car configurations: the ground clearance of the sports model will be significantly lower to ensure greater stability on a flat road and greater downforce of the air flow.
Power characteristics of Lada Vesta
Since the station wagon predicted by the leaders of the Vesta project does not yet have an exact design, it is worth talking about the technical characteristics of the available body types. By the way, they are absolutely identical for both the sedan and the hatchback - the choice of body type depends solely on the buyer’s requirements, aesthetic and practical considerations.
The standard Lada Vesta, the technical characteristics of which fully meet the harsh realities of Russian roads, will be produced with a 1.6-liter sixteen-valve engine producing 106 horsepower and a five-speed Euro manual transmission. Modifications with a less powerful eight-valve engine (power – 87 hp) and a similar gearbox with a built-in kick-down option will also be available. Fortunately, for automatic transmission lovers, some “Comfort” trim levels and all “Lux” trim levels have a robotic gearbox.
Like previous models, the Lada Vesta is equipped with a rigid front suspension (MacPherson strut) and a semi-independent rear suspension with spring shock absorption. This information is valid for the sedan and hatchback - the station wagon, according to many experts, will undergo significant changes here.
The brakes installed on this model are standard. The front wheels are equipped with disc brakes, and the rear wheels are also equipped with drum brakes. This element passed all the tests and passed the necessary crash tests - the braking system became one of the few elements that did not require major modifications.
Convenience and speed
Lada Vesta is by no means considered the most comfortable car in its category - many foreign cars still surpass even the Luxury trim level in terms of their equipment. Another thing is that the ratio of price and characteristics of the Lada Vesta car makes this new brainchild of the AvtoVAZ concern a much more profitable purchase. In its price segment of budget cars, Vesta has no competitors: the price of the standard Classic configuration is a little over 500 thousand rubles, and the full Luxury configuration costs only a quarter more (625 thousand rubles) with functionality comparable to that of an expensive foreign car.
The trunk dimensions are quite impressive. It is very deep and very convenient, since the wheel arches of the body practically do not stand out inside the car. The working volume of the trunk is 450 liters - here Vesta also did not take the lead in its category, however, this figure is quite good.
As for speed, there is good news for those who like to drive. The technical characteristics of the Lada Vesta allow the car to accelerate to 185 km/h, while reaching 100 km/h in just ten and three tenths of a second. For a hatchback, naturally, slightly different aerodynamic conditions apply - however, its speed and acceleration will be quite good for a car in the budget price segment.
Performance characteristics table: Official technical specifications of the Lada Vesta sedan
| Engine, transmission | 1.6 l 16-cl., 5MT, 106 hp | 1.6 l 16-cl., 5AMT, 106 hp |
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| Body | ||
| Wheel formula / drive wheels | 4 x 2 / front | |
| Engine location | anterior transverse | |
| Body type / number of doors | sedan/4 | |
| Length / width / height, mm | 4410 / 1764 / 1497 | |
| Base, mm | 2635 | |
| Front/rear wheel track, mm | 1510 / 1510 | |
| Ground clearance, mm | 178 | |
| Luggage compartment volume, l | 480 | |
| Engine | ||
| engine's type | petrol | |
| Supply system | electronically controlled fuel injection | |
| Number, arrangement of cylinders | 4, in-line | |
| Working volume, cubic meters cm | 1596 | |
| Maximum power, hp / kW / rev. min. | 106 / 78 / 5800 | |
| Maximum torque, Nm/rev. min. | 148 / 4200 | |
| Fuel | gasoline with octane number 92/95 | |
| Dynamic characteristics | ||
| Maximum speed, km/h | 178 | |
| Acceleration time 0-100 km/h, s | 11,8 | 12,8 |
| Fuel consumption | ||
| Urban cycle, l/100 km | 9,3 | 8,9 |
| Extra-urban cycle, l/100 km | 5,5 | 5,3 |
| Combined cycle, l/100 km | 6,9 | 6,6 |
| Weight | ||
| Curb weight, kg | 1230…1270 | |
| Technically permissible maximum weight, kg | 1670 | |
| Maximum trailer weight without brake system, kg | 450 | |
| Maximum trailer weight with brake system, kg | 900 | |
| Fuel tank volume, l | 55 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission type | 5MT | 5AMT |
| Final drive ratio | 3,9 | |
| Suspension | ||
| Front | independent, MacPherson type, spring, with anti-roll bar | |
| Rear | semi-independent with linked levers, spring, with gas-filled telescopic shock absorbers | |
| Steering | ||
| Steering gear | rack and pinion | |
| Tires | ||
| Dimension | 185/65 R15 (88, N/T); 195/55 R16 (91, T) | |
The start of the sale of the Lada Vesta made it possible to finally find out the exact data regarding the technical characteristics of the model, which until the last moment were hidden by AvtoVAZ in order to maintain intrigue and further inflame the imagination of potential customers. However, now we can state with complete confidence that a new and very serious player in its segment has entered the market.
Dimensions Lada Vesta
It was not for nothing that Bo Inge Andersson said that in terms of size, the Lada Vesta will be one of the leaders in the class, which will largely ensure its popularity. That’s right, strictly speaking, the car is difficult to unambiguously classify as segment B, since it is at the junction of classes B and C. The length of the sedan is 4,440 mm, with a width of 1,764 mm and a height of 1,497 mm, and this is noticeably longer than the Hyundai Solaris (4,375 mm, 1,700 mm and 1,470 mm), which is one of the main competitors of the Russian car.
The wheelbase of the Lada Vesta is 2,570 mm, and the track of the front and rear wheels is slightly different - 1,495 mm and 1,502 mm, respectively. The ground clearance of the new product is traditionally higher than that of foreign cars and is equal to 171 mm under the crankcase of the power unit, provided it is fully loaded, and also 144 mm, subject to change under the engine mudguard. This, together with a front overhang of 860 mm and a rear overhang of 915 mm, as well as approach and departure angles of 16.6° and 14.2°, provides the ability to confidently drive on country roads, which is important for residents of small towns.
The luggage compartment of 480 liters of usable volume is also one of the most spacious in the class, and the payload of 487 kg allows you to take a lot of luggage “on board”. Vesta's curb and gross weights are 1,178 kg and 1,653 kg, respectively. But the distribution of curb and total weight along the axles is different. In the first case it is 60/40, and in the second – 52/48. Regarding towing a trailer, the permissible weight for a device equipped with brake mechanisms is 900 kg, and for one without brakes - only 450 kg.
| Specifications | Meaning |
| 2180 | |
| MCP | |
| Overall dimensions, mi: - length - width — height (at curb weight) |
441017641497 |
| Vehicle base, mm | 2635 |
| Front track, mm | 1500 |
| Rear track, mm | 1500 |
| Front overhang, mm | 860 |
| Rear overhang, mm | 915 |
| Approach/departure angle (at full load), degrees. | 16.6/14.2 |
| Ground clearance (at full load), under the engine crankcase, mm | 171 |
| Minimum ground clearance (clearance), at full load, under the engine mudguard, mm | 144 |
| Luggage compartment volume, dm 1 | 480 |
| Curb weight (without driver), kg | 1178 |
| Distribution of curb weight on front/rear axles, % | 60/40 | 475 |
| Gross (permitted maximum) weight*, kg | 1653 |
| Distribution of total weight on the front/rear axles, % | 52/48 |
| Trailer weight with/without brakes, kg | 900/450 |
| Maximum speed, km/h |
Engines Lada Vesta
At the moment, Vesta is equipped with three engines, but only two of them were developed by domestic specialists, while the top version was provided by the owner of AvtoVAZ - Alliance Renault Nissan. List of motors:
- VAZ 21116 – 1.6 l, 8 cl., power 87 l. With.;
- VAZ 21127 – 1.6 l., 16 cl., power 106 hp;
- HR16DE-H4M – 1.6 l. 16kl. 114 hp
Structurally, all engines are the same - identical volume, naturally aspirated design, 4 cylinders, transverse arrangement, fuel injection system and timing belt drive. The differences are only in the number of valves, settings and some technical features. In addition, all motors have been produced for quite a long time, which means that they no longer have any kind of “childhood diseases”. So the engines are quite reliable by modern standards.
Technical characteristics of Lada Vesta engines.
However, there is evidence of a possible expansion of the motor range. And if earlier these were nothing more than rumors, now the information has been confirmed by the corporate publication of AvtoVAZ. According to the data received, the new power unit will have a volume of 1.8 liters and an index of 21179. Initially it will be installed on the X-Ray hatchback, but from October 2016 it will be installed under the hood of Vesta.
Transmissions
In this regard, AvtoVAZ also offers a wide choice. The main gearbox will be a 5-speed manual, which is also installed on other VAZ models. In 2012, it was modified, some components were replaced, Japanese and German parts were supplied, the volume of oil poured was reduced, and other work was carried out. As a result, the gearbox is quieter, shifts have become more convenient, and vibrations have decreased.
Technical characteristics of Lada Vesta gearboxes.
The Lada Vesta will not receive a classic automatic transmission, which has upset many visitors to dealer showrooms. Its place was taken by a “robot” of the AMT type, due to its low cost of production, created on the basis of a manual gearbox bearing the index 2180. Despite the rougher work (small jerks and jolts when switching), the use of components from the world companies ZF and VALEO, coupled with less appetite and no need to warm up, the robot has a real chance of becoming a worthy alternative to an automatic transmission.
Weight of Lada Vesta engines and gearboxes.
In addition, the Lada Vesta will also receive a CVT, which will be transferred to the domestic sedan from the Japanese model Nissan Tiida. However, there is no more complete information on it yet.
Nominal filling volumes of Lada Vesta (in liters).
Chassis
The suspension of the Lada Vesta is created according to a scheme familiar to the segment. MacPherson struts with a stabilizer will be installed on its front axle, and the designers have specified a torsion beam at the rear.
The front axle of the Lada Vesta is equipped with a MacPherson type suspension.
Despite the absence of a multi-link design, the test drives noted a decent level of car handling, practically not inferior to the segment leaders - the Ford Fiesta.
The rear axle of the Lada Vesta has a torsion beam.
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Fuel consumption data is determined under standardized conditions using special measuring equipment, in accordance with the requirements of GOST R41.101–99 (UNECE Rules No. 101). Used to compare cars from different automakers. They are not an operational standard.
Specifications
| Specifications | Meaning |
| 2180 | |
| MCP | |
| Overall dimensions, mi: - length - width Height (at curb weight) |
441017641497 |
| Vehicle base, mm | 2635 |
| Front track, mm | 1500 |
| Rear track, mm | 1500 |
| Front overhang, mm | 860 |
| Rear overhang, mm | 915 |
| Approach/departure angle (at full load), degrees. | 16.6/14.2 |
| Ground clearance (at full load), under the engine crankcase, mm | 171 |
| Minimum ground clearance (clearance), at full load, under the engine mudguard, mm | 144 |
| Luggage compartment volume, dm 1 | 480 |
| Curb weight (without driver), kg | 1178 |
| Distribution of curb weight on front/rear axles, % | 60/40 |
| Payload, kg | 475 |
| Gross (permitted maximum) weight*, kg | 1653 |
| Distribution of total weight on the front/rear axles, % | 52/48 |
| Trailer weight with/without brakes, kg | 900/450 |
| Maximum speed, km/h |
Engine characteristics
| Engine model | VAZ 21129 | HR16DE/H4M | VAZ 21179 |
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| Symbol | 1.6 l, 16-cl | 1.8 l, 16 cl | |
| Type | Petrol, 4-cylinder, in-line | ||
| Working volume, l (cm 3) | 1,6 (1596) | 1,6 (1596) | 1,8 (1774) |
| Cylinder diameter, mm | 82 | 78 | 82 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 75,6 | 83,6 | 84 |
| Compression ratio | 10,5 | 10,7 | 10,3 |
| Number of camshafts | 2 | ||
| Number of valves per cylinder | 4 | ||
| Timing drive type | Toothed belt | Chain | Toothed belt |
| When the timing belt breaks | Valve bend | - | Valve bend |
| Rated net power, kW/hp. (at crankshaft rotation speed, min -1) | 75/106 (5500) | 81/110 (5800) | 90/122 (6000) |
| Maximum net torque, Nm (at crankshaft speed, min -1) | 148/4200 | 150/4000 | 170/3750 |
| Minimum crankshaft rotation speed at idle, min -1 | 840 | 675-725 | 840 |
| Weight, kg | 92,5 | 105,4 | 109,7 |
| Ignition system | Electronic, contactless, microprocessor controlled | ||
| Cylinder operating order | 1-3-4-2 | ||
| Supply system | Multiport fuel injection | ||
| Fuel | Unleaded gasoline with octane number 95* | ||
| Availability of neutralizer | Eat | ||
| Toxicity standards | Euro 5 | ||
| Oil consumption depending on fuel consumed,% | 0,3 | 0,3 | |
| Oil volume in the lubrication system of an engine with a cast (light-alloy) sump (manual transmission), l | 4,1 | 4,7 | 4,1 |
| Engine oil quality class according to API* | SL, SM or SN | ||
| Motor oil viscosity grade according to SAE* | see engine oil | see engine oil | see engine oil |
| Resource, km | 200 000 | ||
DIMENSIONS OF LADA VESTA
It was not for nothing that Bo Inge Andersson said that in terms of size, the Lada Vesta will be one of the leaders in the class, which will largely ensure its popularity.
That’s right, strictly speaking, the car is difficult to unambiguously classify as segment B, since it is at the junction of classes B and C. The length of the sedan is 4,440 mm, with a width of 1,764 mm and a height of 1,497 mm, and this is noticeably longer than the Hyundai Solaris (4,375 mm, 1,700 mm and 1,470 mm), which is one of the main competitors of the Russian car.
The luggage compartment of 480 liters of usable volume is also one of the most spacious in the class, and the payload of 487 kg allows you to take a lot of luggage “on board”. Vesta's curb and gross weights are 1,178 kg and 1,653 kg, respectively. But the distribution of curb and total weight along the axles is different. In the first case it is 60/40, and in the second – 52/48. Regarding towing a trailer, the permissible weight for a device equipped with brake mechanisms is 900 kg, and for one without brakes - only 450 kg.
LADA VESTA ENGINES
At the moment, Vesta is equipped with three engines, but only two of them were developed by domestic specialists, while the top version was provided by the owner of AvtoVAZ - Alliance Renault Nissan.
- VAZ 21116 – 1.6 l, 8 cl., power 87 l. With.;
- VAZ 21127 – 1.6 l., 16 cl., power 106 hp;
- HR16DE-H4M – 1.6 l. 16kl. 114 hp
List of motors:
Technical characteristics of Lada Vesta engines.
Structurally, all engines are the same - identical volume, naturally aspirated design, 4 cylinders, transverse arrangement, fuel injection system and timing belt drive. The differences are only in the number of valves, settings and some technical features. In addition, all motors have been produced for quite a long time, which means that they no longer have any kind of “childhood diseases”. So the engines are quite reliable by modern standards.
However, there is evidence of a possible expansion of the motor range. And if earlier these were nothing more than rumors, now the information has been confirmed by the corporate publication of AvtoVAZ. According to the data received, the new power unit will have a volume of 1.8 liters and an index of 21179. Initially it will be installed on the X-Ray hatchback, but from October 2016 it will be installed under the hood of Vesta.
TRANSMISSIONS
Technical characteristics of Lada Vesta gearboxes.
The Lada Vesta will not receive a classic automatic transmission, which has upset many visitors to dealer showrooms. Its place was taken by a “robot” of the AMT type, due to its low cost of production, created on the basis of a manual gearbox bearing the index 2180. Despite the rougher work (small jerks and jolts when switching), the use of components from the world companies ZF and VALEO, coupled with less appetite and no need to warm up, the robot has a real chance of becoming a worthy alternative to an automatic transmission.
Weight of Lada Vesta engines and gearboxes.
In addition, the Lada Vesta will also receive a CVT, which will be transferred to the domestic sedan from the Japanese model Nissan Tiida. However, there is no more complete information on it yet.
Nominal filling volumes of Lada Vesta (in liters).
CHASSIS
The suspension of the Lada Vesta is created according to a scheme familiar to the segment. MacPherson struts with a stabilizer will be installed on its front axle, and the designers have specified a torsion beam at the rear.
The front axle of the Lada Vesta is equipped with a MacPherson type suspension.
Despite the absence of a multi-link scheme, the test drives noted a decent level of car controllability, practically not inferior to the segment leaders -...
Also, not just one will be offered, there will be three of them: French and Russian, and CVT, and ours is robotic, and foreign mechanical.
Compared to previous models, VESTA will be more rigid, thereby solving the problem of door distortions and plastic squeaks in the cabin. The new suspension will also improve these characteristics. For example, the front module is now located on the subframe. They did not abandon the use of drum brakes on the rear wheels, since they last longer and cost less.
In addition, there are well-equipped configurations.
In terms of its dimensions, the LADA VESTA is close to class C cars, despite the fact that it is sold as a B class. Its length is 4410 mm, width 1764 mm, height 1497 mm, wheelbase 2635 mm, front and rear axle tracks 1500 and 1510, respectively. In the comparison table with foreign cars, the difference is immediately visible.
Engine
It is planned to install 4 engines on the car: VAZ 11189, VAZ 21129, VAZ 21176 and a foreign one, developed in 2006 by the Renault-Nissan Alliance HR 16DE-H4M.
Lada Vesta body
The body is made of steel, and such modern materials as composite or aluminum are absent in it due to economy. This means that the weight of the car, relative to, for example, PRIORA, has not changed. But VAZ employees say that there was no goal to reduce weight.
First of all, engineers focused on ensuring a high level of passive safety, reducing noise, vibration and increasing rigidity. And now they claim that they have coped with the task. According to them, the body of the LADA VESTA in torsion is several times stiffer than Priorov’s. This was achieved through the use of computer modeling, which made it possible to correctly distribute forces and high-strength alloys.
Such achievements give hope that doors will stop jamming and squinting, plastic will not creak in the cabin, and handling will become sharper.
Suspension
The suspension has features typical of VAZ models. But in general, the design is new, allowing us to reach a new level of vibration and acoustics, and achieve better vehicle handling characteristics. The rack is now located at the bottom, which will also improve handling.
As for the rear suspension, it is from Renault-Nissan. A drum type brake system is used. Drums are as efficient as discs and are the best option in terms of price/quality ratio.
Ground clearance of Lada Vesta
The ground clearance of the experimental Vesta model when fully loaded is not particularly different from other Lada models and is 178 mm. It remains to be added: the suspensions are distinguished by their long-travel characteristics, which is unusual for passenger cars. Perhaps the high seating position does not impart elegance, but they specifically tried to adapt the car to Russian conditions with not very good roads. If you wish, any workshop will lower your body for a modest amount and in a short time.
Table
| Parameter | Meaning |
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| Sedan | Hatchback | Station wagon | |
| Front overhang, mm | 860 | ||
| Rear overhang, mm | 915 | ||
| Approach/departure angle (at full load), degrees. | 16.6/14.2 | ||
| Ground clearance (at full load), under the engine crankcase, mm | 171 | ||
| Minimum ground clearance (clearance), at full load, under the engine mudguard, mm | 144 | ||
| Luggage compartment volume, dm 3 | 480 | ||
| Curb weight (without driver), kg | 1178 | ||
| Distribution of curb weight on front/rear axles, % | 60/40 | ||
| 475 | |||
| Gross (permitted maximum) weight*, kg | 1653 | ||
| Distribution of total weight on front/rear axles, % | 52/48 | ||
| Trailer weight with/without brakes, kg | 900/450 | ||
| Fuel tank capacity, l | 55 | ||
Tire size | 185/65 R 15 | ||
| 195/55 R 16 | |||
LADA VESTA was created on the new universal platform LADA B, developed by
