Tuning frets grants: popular options for updating the interior and exterior of the model

The road is a spoon for dinner. If this car had gone on sale on time, it could have become a real bestseller. Inexpensive, easy to maintain and repair, not too intimidating in appearance, in a word, the Lada Granta has everything we want from a people's car. But she also has an absolute mistake. The Granta is behind the times and today can no longer cause the excitement that VAZ was counting on when it was supposed to replace the classic 2107. Only with certain modifications will the Granta be able to look competitive on the market, and this is the work of the owner.

Tuning Lada Granta: options for changing the appearance and interior

Tuning of the Lada Granta sedan car is more extensive than that of liftback or station wagon models. It is divided into external and internal. You can carry out tuning work both in the workshop and at home, with your own hands. Let's look at all possible variations for improving the Lada Granta car.

Sedan body

The first thing many people want to change is the body color, since you can only choose it at the time of purchase at a car dealership. When buying a used car, the color does not always satisfy the owner’s wishes, and repainting does not always have enough money to solve this problem. So, there is a way to change the color of your “iron horse”, much cheaper. This method is called film.

Such tuning is available to almost every owner of a Lada Granta car, thanks to its relatively low cost. Working with such material can cause some difficulties, especially in places where the body bends. But, if you do everything carefully and slowly, then everything will work out great.

Changing color with film

The color of the film can be completely different, and in addition, it can have a mirror or matte effect.

After the body color of the Lada Granta sedan has been changed, you can proceed to other external tuning details. For example, body kits are very often used. Bumpers, sills, overhead wheel arches can be of absolutely any shape and design. They have standard attachments to the body, and when it comes to choosing a shape, your imagination has no limits.

Some “Kulibins”, in addition to low body kits, also make suspension tuning, lowering it by several centimeters. Of course, such an appearance is not for everyone, but no one will like the comfort of riding on such a suspension.

Also, a Lada Granta in a sedan body, due to the shape of its trunk, can have such a detail as a spoiler. Since it is installed on the trunk lid, it can have any shape, and at the same time, it will not interfere with the functioning of this element.

And finally, you can do wheel tuning by installing titanium wheels on your Lada Granta car, even with a slightly larger diameter, if provided by the factory. And in addition to them, install new mirrors, as well as air intakes on the roof or hood. The appearance of your swallow will change significantly.

Liftback body

Tuning the Lada Granta, in a liftback body, is practically not multifaceted. This is explained by the fact that the developers of this Lada Granta have already installed a rather nice sports body kit on the liftback, in the standard version.

Body kits for the Liftback model

There are no restrictions regarding painting, just like on the sedan body. Otherwise, tuning can be without restrictions, but the question only arises: is it needed on the Lada Granta liftback?

Station wagon

This type of body, unlike the sedan and liftback, does not have a horizontal trunk lid, therefore, it will not be possible to install the spoiler you like on such a Lada Granta car. For him, there are only a few types of spoilers that are suitable for mounting. Therefore, many simply do not install it at all.

Otherwise, the tuning is similar to previous Lada Granta body types, from painting to new low-slung wheels.

Interior tuning

The Lada Granta salon, regardless of whether it is a sedan, station wagon, or liftback, has the same opportunities for tuning. Moreover, like body improvements, all robots can be carried out with your own hands.

Let's start with the dashboard. The Lada Granta car already has the following installed from the factory: radio, on-board computer, all the necessary sensors and buttons, etc.

Therefore, most owners only change the coating of this part. The same thing happens with door panels, trim, and seats.

Sometimes, there are cases when Lada Granta car owners change the standard steering wheel to a sportier, square one.

Tuning the interior of LADA GRANTA

Of course, if we take it by and large, you can completely replace all the interior parts, but this will be a very large and labor-intensive job, which obviously cannot be done with your own hands, and you will definitely need the help of specialists and quite a lot of money.

Bottom line

In principle, all Grant tuning can be the same, whether for a sedan body or for a liftback or station wagon. There is a difference, literally in one or two parts, which can be installed on a sedan, but impossible on a station wagon, and so on.

In general, if you have the means, desire, and a large amount of money, then you can also use your imagination, and then tuning your iron friend will simply know no bounds.

Technical nuances of tuning Grants

However, there is a certain audience that will choose the Lada Granta. Do-it-yourself modifications will not stand in the way of those who have been fans of the brand for many years or for those who simply do not yet have the money for a more advanced car. We are not inclined to think that instant technical tuning of a new car can bring any positive results. The car must be run in and get used to both the owner and the conditions, and after that it can be modified as necessary.

If we talk about the Granta engine, then there is no need to isolate it. Absolutely the entire AvtoVAZ model range uses engines of a similar design, originally from the twentieth century, and they, naturally, require modifications. It is useless to want enormous power from the imperfect engines of Tolyatti small cars. All we can do is make life easier for the engine, and it, in turn, will give us several horsepower, noticeable, however, only on bench measurements.

Additional recommendations

Already in the base, each Lada Granta is equipped with metal protection for the power unit. Of course, this option also provides some protection, but it is much better to buy a higher quality part. The liftback's impressive ground clearance will not help avoid damage as a result of overcoming road obstacles. Owner reviews show that in this case, liftback tuning is carried out using the appropriate spare parts from the Lada Kalina model.

Don't forget to install fender liners (aka "lockers"). They will provide reliable protection of the body from dirt and moisture, which will significantly facilitate the fight against corrosion processes. Some motorists think that fender liners prevent normal ventilation of the body space, as a result of which the metal begins to rust literally before our eyes. But in reality, it all depends on the quality of the locker installation. If you do everything correctly and don’t check the body again, you will only get benefits.

The basic equipment of the car includes 14-inch steel wheels, which spoil the whole picture. And the body on them looks very “heavy”. The problem can be solved by installing wheels with a diameter of 15 inches. And it will be much easier to overcome obstacles on the road. In some cases, tuners even use 16- and 17-inch rims. True, you will have to fork out for low-profile tires. This Lada Granta tuning option is only relevant for residents of megacities with good roads.

External mirrors with heating and electric adjustment - this will not surprise anyone, so they should be installed by default. The heating activation is connected to the heated rear window button, so this function will not require further attention.

Tinting is an integral attribute of a modernized car. However, do not forget that the film should not be used on headlights, because this directly affects the safety of the car. If you decide to tint your rear lights, we recommend that you read our recommendations.

Basic engine upgrade

Of course, you should not interfere with the operation of the power unit immediately after purchasing a car. After running in, you can set the “zero” (zero resistance filter). As a result, 3-6% more oxygen will enter the combustion chambers, which will have a positive effect on engine power.

Another useful step is to use a modified exhaust system. On the market you can find an exhaust manifold with larger diameter pipes, which reduces the resistance to the movement of gases in the exhaust system. The look can be completed with a beautiful coating on the exhaust pipe.

Chip tuning of the Lada Granta liftback will help you optimize engine parameters. This refinement option helps you select settings that suit a particular person's driving style. As a rule, power always increases.

The car can also be equipped with an electronic accelerator pedal. It allows you to control the engine's response to pedal pressure as accurately as possible. This, in turn, helps save fuel. New versions of these pedals are equipped with a separate control module that allows the driver to select one of several operating modes.

If you decide to carry out a more serious modernization of the Lada Granta Liftback engine, we recommend installing a turbocharger, a forged piston assembly and cylinder boring. Experts recommend taking comprehensive measures, since installing the turbine itself can damage the pistons under heavy loads. And forged elements of the piston assembly are simply useless to install without increasing the performance of the fuel system.

Where to begin

Deep tuning of the new Lada Granta sedan should not be started before the end of the warranty period - this may result in refusal of free service. When purchasing a car ex-showroom, experienced craftsmen recommend using only external modifications that are decorative in nature. If the warranty does not matter, you can begin to modernize the engine and chassis.

Experienced experts recommend modifying cars that are in good technical condition. Therefore, before making any modifications, you will need to get the car in order.

External tuning of Lada Granta FL sedan

Often, the factory settings of the suspension and power plant are sufficient for the user. Car enthusiasts want to modernize the exterior parts of the body, decorative trim, and interior panels. The degree and depth of modification depends on the financial capabilities and imagination of the car owner.

Body panels

If you have no experience in self-modification, you should start with exterior decoration.

Installing tuning bumpers, door sills, mirrors, and designer wheels allows you to transform your car relatively inexpensively and quickly. Some connoisseurs prefer to install additional elements in the interior, or change the factory ones.

Typically the body tuning procedure looks like this.

1. The store selects the required part.
2. Buy paint of the required color. Typically, retrofit body panels are supplied to the market coated with a primer.
3. The car is washed thoroughly - it is recommended to use car shampoo or special soap. Particles of dust and dirt can prevent the repair from being carried out efficiently.
4. The car is driven into a well-lit garage, where the repair process takes place.
5. Next, the factory parts are removed and new ones are installed in their place.
6. The car is painted and polished.

Next comes the alteration of the interior, dashboard, door cards, and steering wheel.

Some car enthusiasts cover the panels with Alcantara, change the upholstery of the seats, or even install racing buckets.

Shumka

The next step is for motorists to enhance the factory sound insulation. Factory panels are designed to partially dampen vibration and absorb noise.

To properly “roll up” the car you will need to spend a lot of money. The panels are glued in two layers (the simplest method).

1. Bitumen sheets. If the car will not compete in competitions, it is enough to use 2-3 mm bitumen. The sheets are cut to size and rolled onto the metal surface with a roller.
2. Tuning of the Lada Granta fl sedan continues at the stage of installation of soundproofing slabs (splen). The sheets are rolled on top of the vibration insulation. Typically, users choose a layer thickness of no more than 10 mm.

If desired, you can use thicker panels, which will only improve the result.

Some craftsmen advise first reading the literature on exactly how and in what places insulating material should be applied. If you don’t have enough experience, you can make a lot of mistakes that reduce efficiency.

Photos will tell you what a similar tuning of the Lada Granta sedan looks like.

Acoustics

A separate category is the modernization of the car’s acoustic system. The factory setting is only suitable for listening to the radio in a traffic jam, not music at full volume.

The main requirement when installing more productive music in a car is the competent selection of noise insulation and vibration-absorbing layer

You should also decide what is important – volume or quality

Additionally, you should consult with specialists. It often turns out to be possible to build high-quality acoustics for reasonable money. The main thing is knowledge of the compatibility of individual blocks and experience in their installation.

First you need to make some noise:

Only then mount all the elements tightly.

It is also recommended to connect a technician after installation to calibrate the player and speakers.

Exterior tuning aspects

In the tuning concept, modernization of body elements has always been in the foreground. Many car owners install a body kit on the Grant. There are a lot of photos on this topic on the Internet. It is recommended to start the event by replacing the wings. Instead of standard elements, durable and lightweight plastic structures should be installed. This will prevent corrosion.

The air intake of the Lada Granta liftback made of polymer material gives it an aggressive look. An updated bumper can give the owner a lot of positive emotions. After all, the factory element looks a little boring. This can also be seen in the photo. In some cases, you can simply replace the grille with a more interesting option. If the car is a family car, a plastic radiator grille painted black will look good. You can also install a body kit on the Grant. Fans of aggressive driving will like the lattice metal element. This grille gives Grant an aura of power, just look at the photo. A positive effect will be better engine cooling, since a larger volume of air penetrates through the grid cells.

With the help of manipulations of this nature, you can equip the car not only with sportiness, but also achieve a certain solidity. Headlights with a narrow profile instead of standard wide elements will look quite impressive. If you paint the body in “glossy” black, then from a distance it will be associated with a prestigious Mercedes. A white tint can add a touch of positivity and openness to the exterior.

Currently, airbrushing is gaining popularity, allowing you to apply drawings of characters, attributes or fantastic elements to a painted panel. In the absence of skills in this direction, resorting to such effects on the body is not recommended. There are many studios for these purposes.

A complex spoiler can be built into the trunk lid. It will improve aerodynamic performance and protect the surface of the rear window from rapid contamination.

If installation of roof rails is required, the Lada Granta liftback is equipped “from birth” with special holes that will eliminate the need for unwanted punctures. By equipping the roof rails with crossbars, you can get additional luggage space.

Other car improvements

External mirrors can be equipped with turn signals, heating and electrical adjustment. When improving Grants-Liftback, we must not forget about tinting. However, it is not recommended to use film on headlights, as this will affect the safety of the machine.

The Granta motor would benefit from strong protection from below. The car is produced with standard steel protection, which should be replaced with a tuning version. Engine protection from Kalina is often used for this brand of car.

To make the lower edge of the trunk on the Grant-Liftback look more modern and stylish, it is advisable to install a small lip spoiler on it. You should choose products painted in the body color. This element will not greatly increase the dimensions of the car, but will have a positive effect on the aerodynamic performance.

Among other things, the spoiler will protect the glass from dirt. If you think that external tuning in a Lada-Granta-Liftback car using such a part will ruin the appearance, then don’t worry. After all, the small spoiler fits perfectly with the overall design of this car.

If you want to make a racing car out of the Lada Granta, you will definitely have to think about the fender liners. Lockers made of polymer material will help protect your car from splashes of dirt, impacts from pebbles and other road debris.

External tuning Grants

We have touched only on the monumental principles of tuning and modification of the Granta, but we should not forget also the small but unpleasant imperfections in the interior and exterior:

• replacing door seals, through which precipitation often gets directly into the interior;
• tuning the stove and sealing the air ducts;
• alteration of interior trim;
• dashboard refurbishment.

Also, in order to make your Grant stand out from the stream of similar Grants, it makes sense to think about using various kinds of external tuning kits, body kits and trunk spoilers, not to mention rims.

Any car, when it is well-groomed and modified by the hands of the owner, deserves attention and will be not just a vehicle in traffic, but a bright and stylish car. Good luck to everyone!

A few touches to increase power

If you decide to take tuning seriously and take on the engine, don’t rush. Having bought a new car, it is stupid to immediately start rebuilding the engine. First you need to break in the car, drive at least five thousand kilometers. Perhaps, after grinding in the parts and mechanisms, the sensations while driving will be wonderful and you will not want to change anything.

However, there is a small list of measures that need to be taken. A zero-resistance air filter will make it easier for your vehicle to “breathe.” After installing the filter, the amount of oxygen in the combustion chambers will increase by 6%. The value may be smaller depending on the number of engine revolutions. This will lead to an increase in power output. An updated exhaust kit will help increase the percentage of Granta's power. If the pipes are larger, the cylinders will be better ventilated, which will lead to a decrease in the resistance to the circulation of exhaust gases.

For daring racers, a sparkling muffler with tailpipes is a must-have option. This will make the car look more modern and stylish.

It is important not to neglect the chip tuning of the Lada Granta. If you reflash your car computer, you will be able to optimize your interaction with the car. Chip tuning will adjust your car to your usual driving style, this will help reduce fuel consumption and increase engine power

Chip tuning will adjust your car to your usual driving style, this will help reduce fuel consumption and increase engine power.

Another useful detail is the electronic gas pedal. It must be installed before performing chip tuning. An electronic pedal will help the control unit respond more accurately and quickly to any driver actions. This will also have a beneficial effect on fuel consumption. Advanced electronic pedals have a personal control unit on which you can switch modes.

Deep tuning of a Granta engine is usually not complete without installing forged metal piston parts, boring the cylinders, as well as installing a nitrogen accelerator and turbine on the engine. If you are interested in such changes, experts advise making them in a comprehensive manner, otherwise turbocharging the engine from the basic configuration will significantly increase the risk of pistons failure in the event of extreme loads. Forged parts are not cheap, so their installation must be justified by concerns about increasing the performance of the fuel supply system.

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It is important to understand that if you have increased engine power, to consolidate the result you need to strengthen the brake system, it is also advisable to redo the transmission and pay attention to the suspension. If this is not done, the car will not surprise you for long, but will soon return to its original state.

Exterior improvements

The most common and inexpensive way to change the exterior of a Lada Granta with your own hands is to change the color by repainting the car. This model is especially attractive in snow white or dark blue metallic. Yellow, light green and orange colors also look quite original. In addition, it is worth paying special attention to the dyeing methods. The combination of several shades will emphasize the originality of the design, making the body more impressive and attractive.

An unusual option for the Lada Granta will be airbrushing. But this work should only be performed by specialists, since independent painting can ruin the entire exterior with a completely unexpected effect. When considering budget tuning options, you can use car stickers. Despite the ease of application, they are able to give the car a stylish and unique look.

An equally original type of external modernization is the replacement of standard body elements with new ones. By tuning the Lada Granta liftback with your own hands, you can change the lights, update the mirrors and body kits. Doing this yourself will not be difficult.

Exterior change

Do-it-yourself modification of the Lada Grant can begin with modifying the appearance of the car and modernizing its aerodynamic characteristics. Installing a front bumper with a modernized water intake makes it possible to provide better airflow to the brake system and power unit.

Also included in the tuning section of the model in question is the conversion of turn signals to be compatible with side lights. To work you will need a soldering iron, wires, LEDs and insulating material. A standard lamp with two contacts is changed to an analog version with three terminals by laying wiring from the dimensions to the base.

The connection diagram looks like this:

• The contact is connected to the common ground;
• In addition, through 12 V it is in contact with the dimensions (5 V) and turn signals (25 V);
• As a result, when the dimensions are activated, a lower-power filament will light up, and the turning on of the direction indicators is accompanied by the lighting of more powerful lamp filaments.

One of the conditions for the long-term service of a car is caring for its body. One of the methods that can prolong its operation is polishing. The coating prevents the formation of corrosion and refreshes the overall appearance of the machine. The car should be polished in a dry garage or outside in consistently warm, but not hot, weather.

After washing and drying the vehicle, it is necessary to apply polish to the body and, using slow movements using a machine and a special nozzle, rub the product into the body at medium speed.

To perform this type of work at home, you will need the following tools and equipment:

• Polishing machine and corresponding attachments;
• Polish;
• Water.

Wax finish is the cheapest, but requires updating after 2-3 months. Teflon polish is an analogue of the previous variation. Makes the color of the car more saturated. Withstands up to 7-8 washes without loss of effect. The best options are epoxy and varnish treatments, which have high performance and do not require updating for 6-9 months.

Exterior tuning

External tuning of the Lada Granta liftback involves replacing the wings and other body elements. Instead of the factory metal fenders, you can install more attractive parts made of suitable plastic. By the way, this will help you forget about the problem of corrosion. Many workshops offer ready-made sets of bumpers, fenders and radiator grilles. Purchasing and installing a similar body kit for a Granta in a liftback body will help make the car truly unique.

Installing a front bumper with a larger air intake will not only help improve the appearance of the car, but will also help provide more efficient air flow to the engine and front brakes. And this is a very important factor to consider after setting up the power unit subsidies.

An equally popular solution is to improve the optics of the Lada Granta. For example, some car owners decided to install eyelashes on their headlights. You can also look for ready-made kits of modernized lighting equipment.

In fact, the design of the Lada Granta liftback already looks quite acceptable in the database. The shape of the version in this body version looks much more interesting than that of the four-door. For this reason, car owners very often do not make significant changes to the appearance of the subsidies. In this case, adjusting the lining in the liftback body may involve installing a compact rear spoiler, which should be placed on the cargo compartment lid.

This small element will help optimize the aerodynamic performance of the rear of the car and protect the rear window from dirt. At the same time, the spoiler is in harmony with the elements of the factory car body, so it will also appeal to fans of original cars.

The vehicle's practicality can be enhanced by installing roof rails tailored to the characteristics of the new body. To install these tuning elements, there is no need to drill holes in the roof. The guides are mounted in places intended for installing the barrel. Black and silver items are available for sale.

Basics of mechanical tuning

The Lada Granta, which comes off the manufacturer's production line, has shortcomings and these little things can already be replaced after the first run-in of the car. The accelerator pedal responds weakly, traction at the bottom behaves indirectly, the car itself switches to powerful mode only after the driver presses the pedal all the way. Drivers want to get power out earlier. The power drops significantly even after turning on the air conditioner. This problem is solved after minor changes at a high degree of engine boost. Changes are being made to the intake and exhaust elements, the ShPG parts are replaced, the camshaft is reconfigured and the engine displacement is significantly increased. In the workshop, first of all, the engine controller is reconfigured, which corrects the original industrial firmware of the car. Tuning allows you to reduce fuel consumption, increase efficiency and power delivered to the car in the initial stages, as well as improve torque.

Interior modernization

For the Lada Granta, liftback interior tuning is designed to improve the interior space of the car. The simplest upgrade option would be to replace the seats or purchase covers. By painting individual elements of the panel or dashboard, you will be able to highlight this part of the car. This kind of work is easy to do with your own hands; just study the instructions for dismantling the plastic elements.

Interior lighting will not only look original, but will also significantly improve interior visibility. LED strips glued to Granta's thresholds make boarding/disembarking much easier. When starting work, a plan is initially drawn up for dismantling and assembling the panels, as well as connecting the lamps. Considering that the owners of this model noted poor sound insulation, you will have to work on it yourself.

For those who like to travel to the music, making a mobile disco out of a car is not difficult. The dimensions of the liftback trunk and interior allow the installation of the most sophisticated equipment. Installing huge speakers is too expensive, but worth it. Having seriously worked on the drive and suspension, you can build a racing car from a Lada Granta. And massive wheel arches will add style to your car.

general information

Headlight settings are lost for a variety of reasons - from off-road conditions to minor traffic accidents.

Symptoms can also vary, for example, problems with low beams most often arise due to a broken relay or fuse.

Let’s also make a reservation that the headlight corrector installed on Grants can only compensate for the different load of the car, however, the car owner must level the horizontal plane independently.

The main reason for adjusting the headlights is the lack of light when illuminating the road, which has several possible reasons:

• Typically, a car that comes off the assembly line is adjusted to the weight of the average car owner (75 kg). If your body weight differs from the weight specified in the settings, then it is better to carry out the adjustment immediately after purchasing the car;
• If the hydraulic corrector breaks down, which results in bending of the headlights and difficulty making adjustments;
• After driving off-road;
• When buying a used car, since in this case the headlights were adjusted by the previous owner of the car to suit his own needs and weight.

Let's take a closer look at hydraulic correctors. These devices are installed on cars by the manufacturer and are designed to adjust the headlights higher or lower, depending on the degree of load on the car.

Since they do not have automatic adjustment, the adjustment must be carried out independently; the controls for the corrector are located at the light switch.

The zero position corresponds to a car with one person in the cabin (driver).

The operating principle of the device is as follows:

• the corrector cylinder is controlled using a handle;
• the cylinder is responsible for adjusting the pressure level in the tubes going to the pusher;
• the pushers are located directly in the headlights, and the higher the pressure in the tube rises, the more actively the liquid located in the inside of the pusher will press on the rod;
• The most important position for adjusting headlights is the position in which the rod is located.

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If the corrector breaks down, which often results in one of the headlights stopping responding to it, the pusher needs to be repaired - it is its failure that in the vast majority of cases leads to a malfunction of the device as a whole. There are two methods for repairing a pusher. The first of them does not provide for its subsequent adjustment; to implement this technique you will need:

• Remove the broken pusher from the headlight;
• Warm up the pusher tube (this will give it greater elasticity), and then remove the pusher from it;
• Tighten the self-tapping screw from the side of the tube (be sure to screw it at an angle, the degree of protrusion of the rod directly depends on the depth of the screw);
• Then adjust the length of the screw to get the final result you need.

The second method involves returning the hydraulic corrector to a fully functional state. To do this you need:

• Remove the pusher from the headlight;
• After warming the tube, remove it from the pusher;
• Try to move the pusher using pliers (the device will not function if there is not enough liquid in it or there is no proper pressure);
• When the rod moves, antifreeze is pumped into the pusher (using a conventional syringe), after which the system is put back together;
• If there is no movement of the rod, you should pump a small amount of antifreeze into the pusher (to the required level), and try to develop the rod;
• The optimal level of liquid inside the pusher can be determined both experimentally and by comparing a faulty hydraulic corrector with a working device.

About the nuances of sports tuning

Traditionally, a standard audio system cannot satisfy not only music lovers, but also ordinary owners. Don't expect deafening bass in the surrounding area and rhythmic shaking of glass. To get acceptable sound, you will need to replace or add more speakers. The Lada Granta liftback will please you with enough space to accommodate a subwoofer.

After updating the standard audio system, you can move on to giving the body the look of a racing sports car. The wheels are painted bright white, and improvised “lights” appear on the body. The exhaust pipes have been replaced with flat counterparts.

To widen the roadway, it is advisable to use the services of specialized workshops. The wheel arches are equipped with overhead expansion elements. Some pilots install monitors in these areas. Upon completion of the entire complex of manipulations, the car acquires a sporty appearance. Don't forget the body kit for Grant.

The tuning segment product market is filled with many body kits adapted for the Lada Granta liftback. These could be electronic heated exterior windows or electric steering angle adjustment. There are also diode devices. Possibility of duplicating direction indicators. More expensive versions are equipped with cameras. They transmit the environment to a monitor in the cabin. A body kit for a Grant is always relevant.

However, most hobbyists associate these accessories with a waste of money.

Do-it-yourself: modification of Lada Grant and Kalina

LADA > Kalina

LADA > Granta

The announcement of the Lad recall caused mixed reactions. Some shook their heads meaningfully, saying that this was to be expected, while others, on the contrary, regarded the news as a change for the better. After all, this is the first time that the Volzhsky Automobile Plant is conducting such a global and noisy campaign to eliminate faults.

Our opinion did not coincide with either one or the other. First of all, let’s reassure the owners: it’s okay, there’s no need to grab your head and rush headlong to the dealer. Even in the plant’s recommendations, sent to all technical centers for the modification of these models, the words “possible” and “if necessary” appear repeatedly. As confirmation: on the machine on which these flaws were eliminated, there is nothing discouraging. Therefore, we are ready to say with confidence: the promotion is largely of an advertising nature.

It is more likely to draw attention to the product than to eliminate serious design flaws

Important point: gas pedal

VAZ does not equip all models of its products with an electronic version of the gas pedal. If it is not on your Lada Grant Sport, tuning will include replacing the mechanics with electronics. This pedal provides the control unit with the ability to more accurately and quickly respond to the driver’s actions. The dosing of the force developed by the engine becomes jewelry-precise. An additional positive point is more economical fuel consumption.

If your Lada has an electronic pedal, you may encounter another problem: insufficient response to pressing the accelerator. It indicates that the throttle valve is operating with some delay. The owners of the Lada Granta Sport car figured out how to solve the problem long ago: tuning should be supplemented with a booster - a device that amplifies the signal. Its installation is elementary and does not require any special knowledge or specific tools. The booster is installed between the electronic control unit and the accelerator within half an hour. When changing gears, the acceleration gap disappears and the car accelerates in a shorter period of time.

Lada Granta Liftback interior update

First, we recommend that you install a quality sound system. For maximum effect, you need to get a suitable set of speakers and install them in suitable places in the car. Not everyone can do such tuning of a Lada Grant liftback with their own hands, but today there are a lot of specialists, so there won’t be any problems.

If you like a dynamic driving style, we recommend equipping your Granta with special sports seats. It wouldn't hurt to buy a steering wheel in a similar style. You can experience the benefits of multi-point seat belts first hand.

You can also make changes to the design of the car's front fascia. Most often, car enthusiasts transport the car interior. In this case, it is extremely important to choose the right color of interior finishing materials. We recommend that you find a good designer and talk to him about this topic. Often, novice tuners do not understand the basics of color combinations, resulting in a very irritating interior.

Car owners often note the need to soundproof their Lada Granta. By the way, here is a good article on how to silence car doors. Using a similar principle, sound insulation can be applied to other body elements.

Rear shelf

Tuning the rear shelves is very similar between Lada models due to the fact that the stock often serves as a demarcation for the luggage compartment, thereby making it in some cases more voluminous and convenient. If the luggage compartment is needed to transport large loads, then it is advisable not to change anything; in other cases, the free space can be used for an acoustic installation, which is covered with leather material over synthetic padding. It looks especially beautiful when the entire interior design is made in the style of leatherette or natural analogue material.

Refinement of the power plant

The serial engine of the car was manufactured taking into account movement in the city and on the highway in compliance with traffic rules.

However, tuning for the Lada Granta liftback 2022 means not only a beautiful appearance.

Refinement of the engine and associated equipment is fraught with low results in the case of infusion of a small amount of funds, or an unusually high cost. Therefore, before you undertake the modernization of the internal combustion engine, you will need to perform several calculations.

1. What power increase does the user want to get at the output?
2. Will the suspension, chassis and transmission handle the increase in horsepower? And as a result, what will need to be completed to equalize the characteristics of the car.

A preliminary assessment is necessary due to erroneous tuning by beginners. Many car enthusiasts know that if you install a turbine on an engine, its performance will increase significantly. This increases the load on the piston group, cooling system, brakes, and transmission.

To obtain a 60-100% increase in power, the power plant will need to perform a number of modifications.

1. Completely disassemble the power plant and inspect it. Engine strengthening is carried out only if all components of the machine are in full working order, otherwise the risk of breakdowns increases.
2. Boring of cylinders and selection of a new piston.
3. Installation of a turbine and a more efficient cooling system. If you plan to increase engine power by more than 100%, it will also not be superfluous to install an oil cooler.
4. Reflashing the ECU or installing a new module. On the Lada Granta Liftback fl tuning the brain part is quite simple due to the large number of possible firmware and open source code.
5. Installation of an overcooked exhaust manifold, exhaust system and direct-flow type muffler.

6. Strengthening suspension and brakes. With increased power, the car will drive faster. Standard brakes can quickly overheat - a negative process that greatly reduces the performance of the calipers. There is also a risk of the car rocking on uneven surfaces due to the overly soft suspension. Therefore, tight struts, stiff springs and lowering the ground clearance are a necessary measure, unless the car is planned to be used on a dirt road (here a completely different set of parts will be required).

7. It is also recommended not to disdain the installation of additional body elements. Increasing the rigidity of the load-bearing part of the car will increase cornering stability.

8. At the same time, shock absorbers and struts are changed. This will allow you to tolerate increased speed normally.
9. Additional measuring instruments such as pressure in the turbine and others are displayed in the cabin - this will help to accurately monitor the processes occurring in the racing engine.

If the modification of the power plant is carried out by a competent specialist, if the power is increased by 50%, you will have to spend an amount equivalent to a third of the cost of the car. At the same time, increasing the performance of the internal combustion engine for every subsequent 10% will be disproportionately expensive, but if there is a desire, everything is possible.