Lada Largus FL 2022 in a new body or everything new, not yet forgotten old

Lada Largus station wagon: differences in the exterior

The new 2022 Largus station wagon has undergone changes both outside and inside, but primarily the modernization affected the front exterior.

The front of the car is now made in the fashionable X-style, which was adopted by the Lada Vesta, and in general this design is typical for VAZ cars of the latest generations.

Differences between the updated Largus model and the previous version:

• the hood has changed a little, it has become, so to speak, sharper and “more predatory”;
• other headlights were installed, but completely new, one might say, as the Renault Logan-2 / Sandero received them;
• skinny repeater repeaters moved from the front fenders to the side mirror housings;
• New designs of alloy wheels have appeared.
• there is now a shorter, neater antenna pin at the front of the roof that can be unscrewed;
• the radiator grille was enlarged and received two design options: with three longitudinal slats and a small patterned design as standard, with numerous shaped cells for Largus Cross;
• the washing machine nozzles moved from the hood closest to the windshield, that is, to the plastic panel (steering wheel);

In expensive versions of Largus FL, a rear view camera was added, which was not there before.

There are no changes observed in the rear of the body or on the sides, with the exception of the front fenders, where the holes for the turn signal lamps have disappeared.

Inside, there is still no sound-absorbing material on the hood, although the weight of this body element has increased significantly and the engine shield is also not insulated.

There is now a gasket installed on the inner edge of the hood, but it does not reach the edges and does not protect the headlights from dirt (most likely, some car owners will undertake a major repair).

A regular metal holder is still used here; gas stops are offered by dealers only as additional accessories for a fee.

And another significant advantage of the facelift is that changing headlight bulbs has become much more convenient.

Lada Largus interior review: convenience in every detail

Thanks to a well-developed power structure of the body and modern security systems. LADA Largus station wagon meets current European requirements. To protect the driver, passengers and pedestrians.

Spacious shelf for things under the ceiling

The station wagon's interior is practical and comfortable. Large buttons, good quality handles, durable fabric.

These qualities are emphasized by the general style of the interior, in which silver elements are used.

Interior features

The updated interior of the 2022 Largus FL borrows many elements from the first-generation Duster, for example, it has almost the same dashboard.

Although the use of internal parts of an already outdated model cannot be called the most optimal solution, the interior of the updated VAZ station wagon still looks more modern, and there are not as many complaints about the ergonomics as before.

In particular, the power window control unit (on the driver's door trim) was placed more conveniently before it was installed in the front of the center console.

The front seat heating buttons have also changed position; they have moved to the center, just below the air conditioning rotary knobs.

Other characteristic changes in Largus FL:

• the steering column still changes position only in height, there is no extension adjustment even in the upper part;
• the audio system, available in “older” versions, has become multimedia and has a more modern screen. But by modern standards, the display is still small, and it is located at the bottom, which is not very convenient;
• the air conditioning control unit, borrowed from the Renault Duster-1, is equipped with three rotating “turntables” and has no sensors;
• The side air intakes of the trunk in the three-row version can be opened to provide passengers with fresh air.
• The electric windows are not equipped with closers (there is also no Auto function on the driver’s side), so you have to raise and lower the windows by constantly pressing the button;
• The illuminated glove compartment (glove compartment) is quite large in size and can easily accommodate sheets of A4 paper;
• the same three-spoke multifunction steering wheel is installed as in the Lada Vesta and XRay; there are no control buttons on it only in the three Classic versions;
• another ceiling light with separate lighting and buttons for the driver and front passenger was installed, and the Era-Glonass module was also installed;

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The joystick for controlling the mirrors remained in the same place, under the handbrake lever; unfortunately, the automaker did not correct this error.

AvtoVAZ also spared money on door seals - they are visible only on the openings, and are absent on the doors themselves.

As before, the station wagon is available in versions with 5 and 7 seats (two and three rows), but now the car is equipped with new seats, the same as in the Lada XRay.

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By the way, the front middle armrest with a box for small items, a hinged lid and a magnetic latch was also borrowed from there.

Air ducts through which air flows to the feet of passengers are provided for all rows of seats, including the third, if required by the design.

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Trunk

Let's start our review of the Lada Largus with the trunk. It and the possibility of transforming the interior are one of the main features of the car. It has 550 liters of usable volume. The second row can be completely folded and 2350 liters of volume will be available. The maximum length of transported cargo will be approximately 156 centimeters. If you fold the backrests, you can fit a load up to 180 centimeters long.

The back of the front passenger seat also reclines and the depth of the trunk increases to 270 centimeters. In this case, the maximum height of the load will be up to 65 cm. Load capacity is 500 kilograms.

Passenger seats

Thanks to an almost three-meter wheelbase and a roof raised by 10 centimeters, it is quite comfortable here even if you are taller than average. There is reserve both in the legs and above the head.

There are a number of oddities worth noting. The back row is divided into three separate seats, but it’s not very comfortable for three people there. There are no cup holders or niches in the doors in the interior. But there is a mezzanine of dubious purpose, which, although large and, it feels, strong, is deprived of even a mesh that would hold something there. There is an ISO-fix mount for child seats.

The air duct was installed at the feet of second-row passengers, which allows for faster heating of the cabin in the cold season. But with the windows closed and the air conditioning turned off, the car quickly becomes stuffy.

If we talk about ergonomics and the interior as a whole, then there are convenient pipe air ducts, good placement of door lock buttons, and power windows. But the main thing is the horn, which is activated using a button located on top of the turn signal handle. Several convenient glove compartments, some with lighting. Overall, the interior looks and feels pretty decent.

Trunk Features

The Largus station wagon has two hinged tailgates with locking rings on the rear side walls of the body, which can open to an angle of almost 180 degrees.

In richer versions, a rear view camera is mounted on the left door, made of a single monolith with a horizontal black plastic cover.

Unfortunately, the camera is not covered with anything and does not have a washer.

On the sides of the luggage compartment there are nets for securing small loads, and on the left side there is a 12-volt socket.

Largus' spare tire is stuck outside, under the bottom, and it is inconvenient to pull it out, and besides, the spare tire is always dirty.

The cargo compartment of a two-row car itself is quite roomy (560 liters), but for a three-row car it is small, barely enough to accommodate two large suitcases.

When all seat backs are folded down, with the exception of the first row, the trunk volume increases significantly, reaching 2350 liters.

Engine and transmission

Both before restyling and in the updated version, the Largus model is equipped with two types of 1.6-liter VAZ gasoline engines, of the proposed types of transmission - only the time-tested “five-speed manual” of domestic production.

Sixteen-valve “Senior” engine VAZ-21129 with 106 hp. C remained on the car in its original form.

But the eight-valve engine received a slight update, it became a little more powerful. Contains 48 design changes.

In addition, its factory index has changed: a VAZ-11189 power plant with a power of 87 hp has appeared, and now a VAZ-11182 internal combustion engine with 90 horsepower is installed.

In addition to a slight increase in maximum power, the 8-valve engine has an increased cylinder compression ratio from 10.3 to 10.5, resulting in improved engine knock resistance.

Engine 11182 can run on 92-octane gasoline, but AI-95 fuel is recommended.

Maximum eight-valve torque has also increased slightly (from 140 to 143 Nm at 3800 rpm), but this figure has become even better at close to idle.

If the engine has 87 hp. C. At a thousand revolutions per minute, KM is 103 N * m, then for the modernized engine it is 111 N * m.

This increase allows the car to shift into gear more easily and also reduces the 0-100 km/h acceleration time from 14.4 to 14.0 seconds.

According to the passport data, the Largus Fl station wagon with an eight-valve internal combustion engine can reach a maximum speed of 160 km/h, and with a 16-valve engine - 170 kilometers per hour.

Fuel consumption per 100 km for a VAZ station wagon with engine 11182 is: in the city - 9.8, in the extra-urban cycle - 6.2, in mixed mode - 7.5 liters.

Similar data for modifications with a 16-valve engine: 10.2 / 6.3 / 7.8 liters, respectively.

At the end of the conversation about the engines at Largus, a very important point should be noted: in 2022, both engines were modified and are now “invertebrates”.

That is, if the timing belt breaks, the valves do not meet the pistons, and in this case, serious repairs with significant financial investments are no longer a threat.

Finally, about the cost

How much does this model cost? The price for “Norma” ranges from 509 to 518.5 thousand rubles. This is influenced by the ordered set of options.

How much does the “Lux” version of the station wagon cost? It can be purchased for 549.2-555.7 thousand rubles, where the list of additional equipment also affects the cost level.

The “Lada Finance” credit program is available for purchase, which can be offered by large domestic banks; the owners’ reviews on it are positive.

Lada Largus has been produced unchanged since 2012, but is still confidently among the top ten sales leaders on the Russian market. We figured out the consumer qualities of the model and made sure that its place was deserved. But the model has at least one significant drawback.

LADA > Largus

A paradoxical situation has developed on the Russian market. Most families can afford one car (at best!). A station wagon would be ideal for them, but this is practically not offered. The only exception is Lada, but with three models at once: Kalina, Largus and Vesta SW. The first is frankly small, the second costs a lot and is only gaining momentum in the market. But Largus has been earning a reputation since 2012. The lack of restyling (we expect it at the end of August) does not prevent the model from taking eighth place in sales statistics. Moreover, since the beginning of the year, demand for the car has increased by more than 70%! There are several components to success.

Specifications

Lada Largus FL, presented in 2022, is a compact passenger car in a station wagon body, produced on the basis of Dacia B0; after restyling, the car platform has not changed.

But the overall dimensions are slightly different: the length of the updated car is 4488 mm, the width and height are 1735 and 1626 mm, respectively, the height including the roof rail is 1656 mm.

Other features of Largus FL:

• fuel tank capacity - 50 l;
• pitch - 2905 mm;
• standard trunk volume for 5/7 seats - 560/135 liters;
• load capacity - 490 kg;
• permissible weight of the trailer with its own brakes / without brakes - 1300/650 kg;
• ground clearance - 172 mm (for an empty car);
• rear/front track - 1466/1469 mm;
• rear / front overhang - 770/813 mm;
• minimum turning radius is 5625 m.
• total weight - from 1750 to 1850 kg;
• empty weight - from 1255 to 1450 kg;

The VAZ station wagon is equipped with independent front (MacPherson strut) and semi-independent rear suspension (torsion bar), rack and pinion steering with hydraulic booster.

The car continues to be equipped with front and rear drum disc brakes, factory equipped with 185/65R15 discs on steel or alloy wheels.

Station wagon review

The start of mass production occurred in 2012. The basis for the construction of this universal model of 7 seats was the progressive “B0” platform at that time. The new station wagon quickly gained its fans, as it had a modern design and demonstrated enviable functionality. In terms of body contours, the Russian product is a typical European car, but the designers also sought to give the car its original shape. The car received completely new headlights and a radiator grille, which add uniqueness to its famous ancestor.

Modifications and configurations

The restyled Largus FL station wagon (R90 body) is available in 15 modifications in 2022: five varieties with 8 valves and ten variants with a 16-valve engine, for a car with 8 valves - Classic, Classic / Start, Classic / Start Plus and comfort .

All “Classic” versions are offered only with a 5-seater sedan (2 rows of seats), “Comfort” - already in two- and three-row versions (7 seats), the recommended starting price of the car in the first half of 2021 is 704.9 thousand rubles.

The station wagon with a sixteen-valve internal combustion engine VAZ-21129 is presented with the following equipment options:

1. Comfort.
2. Comfort / Multimedia.
3. Comfort / Multimedia Winter.
4. Luxury.
5. Luxury / Prestige

It is important to note that all configurations here are designed for both 5 and 7 seats.

The most “loaded” car is the seven-seater Largus “Lux / Prestige”, the cost of which is approaching the million ruble mark, but has not yet exceeded this limit.

Basic equipment (Classic configuration)

The Largus model belongs to the category of economy class cars, therefore it is not distinguished by a wealth of equipment.

The minimum set of functions is offered by the Classic package, where the following options are available:

• audio training;
• driver airbag;
• central locking with remote control (remote control);
• 4 headrests (two for each row);
• Isofix mounts for child seats;
• ABS and EBD systems;
• monochrome on-board computer;
• 12-volt outlet on front console;
• block the rear door locks from accidental opening by children;
• Era-Glonass;
• immobilizer;
• alloy wheels R15.

Note that the basic version of the “Classic” with an 8-valve engine (KS025-A0-L50) is the only modification in which power steering is not provided.

Moreover, regardless of the configuration, the Largus station wagon is equipped with a full-size spare wheel on a steel R15 wheel, a protective engine cover and full halogen optics.

The side mirrors are always painted in body color, but the exterior door handles of the initial versions are black, made of unpainted plastic.

The seat upholstery in all versions is only fabric, the base is black.

Another interesting detail: regardless of the equipment level, the car is equipped with a conventional ignition switch with a folding main key; the spare key does not fold.

The Classic / Start variant (KS025-A0-L57) is not much richer in additional equipment than the Classic, but it adds a very important detail: power steering.

Electric windows for the front doors also appear here; you can buy a Lada Largus in this modification for 731,900 rubles.

The Classic / Start Plus station wagon (KS025-A0-L58) also boasts air conditioning, but this is its only advantage over the rest of the “Classics”. The cost of such a car is 766.9 thousand rubles.

All modifications "Comfort"

Comfort is the only configuration in which you can purchase a car not only in a two- or three-row version, but also with any type of engine offered (90 or 106 horsepower).

There are 4 changes in total:

• RS025-A1-L50 (7 places / 8 cells) - RUB 831,900;
• KS025-A1-L50 (5 seats / 8-valve engine) - recommended price RUB 804,900;
• KS045-A1-L50 (5 places / 16 cells) - 824,900 rub.;
• RS045-A1-L50 (7 places / 16 cells) - 851,900 rub.

Options added to existing equipment:

• automatic speed control;
• roof rails;
• electric rear view mirrors with heating function;
• audio system with FM radio, MP3 support, Bluetooth, hands-free calling, AUX jack and four speakers.

There is already a three-level heated front seat and the driver’s “seat” can be adjusted in height.

The second row sofa has a 60/40 split layout and a multifunction steering wheel is installed.

There are also details such as a mirror in the passenger sun visor and a shelf in the trunk for the five-seater version.

Not only the side mirror housings are painted in body color, but also the exterior handles, and moldings appear on the doors.

The next level of 5- and 7-seater Comfort / Multimedia equipment (KS045-A1-L53 and RS045-A1-L53: from 872,900 and 899,900 rubles, respectively) is additionally equipped with a front central armrest, a rear camera with three parking sensors, and this version has electric Power windows for all side doors.

As the name suggests, there is a multimedia system with navigation, 7-inch color touchscreen display, FM/AM radio, Bluetooth, external antenna, USB/AUX jacks, four speakers, AppleCarPlay/AndroidAuto support.

The car will receive R15 alloy wheels (plus increasingly loaded trim levels), a 12 V socket for the second row of seats.

Comfort / Multimedia Winter versions are available to Russian customers in the first half of 2022 at prices of 896,900 and 923,900 rubles (KS045-A1-L54 and RS045-A1-L54: two- and three-row versions).

They add light/rain sensors and winter options: heated steering wheel and windshield, and the windshield heats almost its entire surface.

All “Lux” configurations

The five-seater Lada Largus Luxe station wagon is available at a price of 898.9 thousand rubles. (KS045-A2-L50) the cost of the seven-seat version is 925.9 thousand rubles. (RS045-A2-L50).

These two changes add fog lights, but there are no "winter" options: a heated steering wheel/windshield.

Another notable feature is that the 5-seater has an additional headrest in the rear seat.

The Largus doesn't have leather seat upholstery even in its finest detail, but in all luxury versions you can choose between black and black-and-brown fabric interiors, and here the car also comes with an overhead luggage rack above the second passenger row.

In addition, the car is equipped with improved sound insulation: this package includes sleeper fender liners, soundproofing linings of the internal body pillars, vibration-proof roof coating and some other “noise” elements.

The two most expensive modifications “Lux / Prestige” are offered at a price of 928.9 thousand rubles. (KS045-A2-L56, two-row version) and 955.9 thousand rubles. (RS045-A2-L56, three rows of seats), there are additional options:

• painting all rear windows;
• leather steering wheel;
• USB connector for second row passengers.

A heated steering wheel/windshield is again available, and the rear seats are also heated.

Test drive Lada Largus 5 seats - video

Advantages and disadvantages of Lada Largus 5 seats

Judging by test drives and reviews from car owners, the main advantages of Largus include:

The advantages include:

• affordable price;
• spacious interior;
• large capacity;
• moderate fuel consumption;
• unpretentiousness to the quality of gasoline;
• energy-intensive suspension.

The disadvantages include:

• poor basic equipment;
• no heated steering wheel or windshield;
• few airbags;
• boring design;
• budget-friendly interior decoration;
• ergonomic miscalculations.

Exterior colors

Largus 2022 comes standard in white (“glacial”) color; no additional payment is required for this.

Additionally, customers are offered a choice of six metal options:

• "Red League" (red);
• “Grey basalt” (beige-gray);
• "Black Pearl" (black);
• “Grey Plateau” (light grey).
• "Brun" (dark brown);
• Azure Blue (dark blue silver);

For any metallic color an additional payment of 12 thousand rubles is required.

Features of the Cross version

The updated version of the Cross differs from the standard station wagon mainly in size and ground clearance.

This car has a length of 4496 mm, width and height - 1754 and 1682 mm (height including roof rails), ground clearance - 200 mm.

The Largus Cross has a glossy black radiator grille with a different pattern; there is a dark plastic body kit along the lower edge of the entire body, including the wheel arches.

The starting price of the car starts from 879.9 thousand rubles, at the maximum speed you can buy Largus Cross FL in the spring-summer of 2022 from 995.9 thousand rubles, a total of 10 modifications are offered.

There are no classic configurations here at all, and the car is available only with a 106-horsepower 16-valve engine.

Largus Cross FL is characterized by increased ride comfort, equipped with shock absorbers with increased travel and longer rear suspension springs.

The range of options in this version is generally almost the same as on a regular station wagon, but all cross-country versions are equipped with 205 / 55R16 wheels on alloy wheels, and the spare wheel is stowaway on an R15 steel wheel.

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Price

Now the Lada Largus Cross in its maximum configuration costs more than 600 thousand rubles. This means that its competitors are Skoda Rapid in the minimum configuration, X-Ray or Vesta, Hundai and Logan.

Yes, this model has disadvantages:

• steering wheel adjustment only for height, not for reach;
• not everyone will like the simple interior and materials in the interior decoration, installed seats;
• It wouldn't hurt to install a 6-speed gearbox;
• install a more powerful engine;
• improve sound insulation;
• make all wheel drive.

But all these improvements will affect its price, and then those who were outraged by these shortcomings will say that it is expensive.

Practicality and low price are its main advantages.

Drawing a conclusion, we can say that this car turned out to be successful and even with all its disadvantages, the impression remains very good.

Features of Lada Largus van

The LADA Largus van is a two-seater car with the same number of doors as a station wagon, but does not have rear windows on the sides (instead of sheet metal), all the space behind the driver and front passenger seats is wasted.

The van with a volume of 2540 liters is separated from the passenger compartment by a plastic partition and is designed to carry luggage up to 750 kg.

There is no lining, only plastic tiles.

The cargo version of Largus is identical in size to the standard station wagon, equipped with 185 / 65R15 wheels, a spare wheel - a full-size wheel of the same diameter on a “stamp”.

Alloy wheels are supplied only in the most loaded configuration, the radiator grille is installed as usual (not a “cross”).

With this body type, the VAZ car is produced in 9 modifications, the predominant versions are with a 90-horsepower 8-valve engine, and only three “old” versions have a sixteen-valve engine available.

For the cargo Largus, luxury and “winter” configurations are completely excluded, its minimum recommended price is from 699.9 thousand rubles, the maximum is from 868.9 thousand rubles.

Functionality beyond the usual

The name Largus means "generous" in Latin.

This speaks volumes about the car's broad capabilities.

LADA Largus offers many options for transforming the interior.

Advantages and disadvantages of Lada Largus

Lada Largus is an economy class car, perhaps the cheapest passenger station wagon on the Russian market.

In general, reviews of the Lada Largus model are not bad, although the car has not only advantages, but also various disadvantages.

The advantages of this car, first of all, include low cost, relatively inexpensive maintenance and spare parts.

In addition, among the advantages it is necessary to highlight:

• the ability to choose between a two- and three-row option;
• The interior is spacious, but there could be more space in the second row legs;
• endurance and unpretentiousness of high-torque engines, especially for an 8-valve engine;
• The ground clearance is high enough for a station wagon.
• energy-intensive suspension;

Even the owners of the car have no complaints about the trunk: even in a seven-seater car, with all the seats working, there is still space to store goods, and with the “seats” folded, you can also transport a refrigerator.

Fuel consumption is also not a big complaint, although some car owners still complain about the “gluttony” of engines: in winter, city gasoline consumption can increase to 15 liters per 100 km.

Largus could be called a reliable car, if not for various benches, repeated breakdowns, and “curvature” of the assembly.

A lot depends on luck here: some people never stop praising the car, others are already tired of constant visits to the car service center.

The car will have other disadvantages. According to reviews, the main disadvantages of the VAZ station wagon are:

• poor ergonomics, although some improvements have been noted after modernization;
• poor sound insulation;
• not the best visibility;
• lack of cabin filter;
• hermetic doors (you will have to slam them with force);
• inexpensive and easily scratched internal plastic;
• uncomfortable seats, but after restyling they became noticeably more comfortable;
• inability to adjust the steering column for starting;
• long-term heating of the interior in cold weather.

Many car enthusiasts complain about the lack of sixth gear; because of this, at high speeds the engine begins to growl and fuel consumption increases.

A typical transmission disease is the rapid tearing of the drive wheel boots, and in many cases this requires replacement of the CV joints.

It would be a stretch to include Largus’ handling as a plus: on the highway the car behaves quite carelessly, but in a crosswind it blows sideways, and besides, it does not have an ESP stabilization system.

Repeatedly noted disadvantages are insufficient body rigidity, not the most effective brakes due to the fact that drums are still installed on the rear axles.

Driving performance

We continue our review of the Lada Largus Cross. The seating position is not very comfortable; you sit as if in a chair. The ground clearance is 145 centimeters in the non-cross version and this is not enough. If it snows, you don’t want to drive into a small snowdrift. But none of the owners complain, even if the ground clearance is not enough, the shock absorbers can be changed.

For the Lada Largus Cross 2022 you will have to look for parts in catalogs; you won’t find spare parts for almost Renaults so easily. But even so nothing breaks. Unless you decide to change the oil yourself and buy a filter.

After 4 thousand revolutions, the engine begins to make interesting sounds.

There is an on-board computer, but it is not very easy to understand. A test drive of the Largus Cross showed fuel consumption of about 9 liters in the city.