“Workhorse” for ₽250,000 with a reliable chassis and capabilities adapted to Russian roads - LADA Granta I

The new Lada Granta is built on the basis of the Kalina model; initially the car will be produced as a sedan, and from 2013 a hatchback will appear.

The car is offered in three trim levels: “Standard”, “Norma” and “Lux”. The “Standard” version received a 1.6-liter engine from Kalina, the other two are offered with a new 1.6-liter 8-valve power unit with a capacity of 80 and 90 hp, respectively. Transmission: 5-speed manual, front-wheel drive.

All engine options run on AI-95 gasoline, their average consumption is from 8.7 to 9.3 liters per hundred in the city, from 5.8 to 6.1 liters outside the city and from 7.2 to 7.3 liters - in a mixed cycle.

The maximum speed of the most powerful modification of the Lada Grant , according to the manufacturer, is 168.5 km/h. Acceleration from zero to hundreds takes 12.0 seconds.

For more detailed technical characteristics of the Lada Grant, see the table below. The cost of the Lada Grant can be found in the corresponding section of the website.

Table of technical characteristics of Lada Granta (VAZ-2190)

The new Lada Granta (VAZ 2190), according to VAZ management, should become a budget bestseller in the Russian automotive industry. Sales of the new Lada Granta sedan started in December 2011. And now, after almost 1.5 years, we can draw conclusions about the success of the new model from Tolyatti. Photo and video materials, reviews from owners and auto journalists will allow us to understand the new product of the domestic manufacturer and identify the pros and cons - the shortcomings and strengths of the Lada Granta model.

As you know, new car models always attract attention, especially if they are positioned as “folk” and replace the classics (VAZ 2107). According to the manufacturer, over four hundred original components were designed and produced for the new Lado Grant. This statement concerned, in particular:

• front and rear wings;
• hood and trunk lid;
• lighting engineers;
• front and rear bumpers;
• instrument panels, seats, door trim, steering wheel and windows.

Let's try to assess whether specialists in the Russian automotive industry have managed to provide a wide range of consumers with truly reliable and affordable workhorses.

The new sedan is based on the platform of the Lada Kalina car, which became an obvious marketing failure. It should be noted that there is a slight (220 mm) increase in the length of the body of the new Lada Granta sedan, which made it possible to maintain quite decent overall dimensions for cars of this class: 4260 mm in length, 1700 mm in width, 1500 mm in height, 2476 mm wheelbase, ground clearance (clearance) 170 mm.

At the same time, the use of innovations from the Renault-Nissan automobile alliance made it possible to slightly reduce the price of the vehicle. Unfortunately, this happened at the expense of reducing the originality of the appearance of this budget car. Spectacular elements of the exterior, with a very big reservation, can only be called the hood, which has characteristic ribs, an aerodynamic front bumper with a texture like the smallest shagreen, as well as a false radiator lining integrated with the bumper.

The new product is equipped with new rectangular headlights. For the Luxury package, foglights are also provided. The rather nice rear lighting elements, unfortunately, show fogging during the rainy season.

• When orders for Lada Granta cars began to be accepted, the manufacturer offered body painting in five color options. We were talking about: Port, White Cloud, Riesling, Cosmos and Grant itself. Later, the color spectrum offered was expanded to Taxi Yellow, Aelita, Glacier, Basalt Gray, Ice, Perseus, Platinum and Panther.

The production of the body of the budget Grant sedan is characterized by the use of a large number of galvanized parts in comparison with its predecessor models. Due to additional anti-corrosion treatment of the car body (starting from the area of ​​the rear wheel pair and ending with the trunk lid), the manufacturer guarantees the safety of body elements from corrosion for 6 years.

Car enthusiasts who have had time to evaluate the interior capabilities of the Lada Granta car, without saying a word, briefly characterize them as “cheap and cheerful.” A reduction in the number of parts compared to the donor model Lada Kalina ensured greater ease of maintenance. The number of dashboard elements was reduced to 39 from 59 pieces, as a result of which this part is now a monolith. The quality of plastic materials used in the interior has improved significantly. Despite their obvious rigidity and roughness, there are no burrs, cracks or gaps. However, sound insulation leaves much to be desired.

The instrument panel of the Lada Granta has minimal information content and repeats the “tidy” of the Lada Kalina. Only the air duct deflectors, as well as the somewhat swollen steering wheel, delicately hint that the new product was the result of a joint development of the AvtoVAZ alliance with Renault-Nissan.

Solid door panels have a meaningful design and fairly comfortable handles, which distinguishes Granta from its predecessor. Large side mirrors provide high-quality visibility, allowing the driver to feel confident. A long-awaited innovation was the appearance of 2 cup holders, but their close location to the gearbox is an obvious design oversight. In fact, using containers for glasses or bottles is not convenient.

For the new Russian car, a new family of devices has been created, which has an integrated immobilizer, as well as an LCD display that displays the functions of the route computer device.

Lada Granta 219x 2013 1.6i

Generation: 219x Engine: I4, Gasoline Power: 82 hp
(60 kW) Wheel bolt pattern parameters

What wheel sizes does the manufacturer recommend to install?

The Lada Granta 219x 2013 1.6i is equipped with 5Jx13 ET35 rims assembled with 175/70 R13 82T tires as standard. Where:

• 5J - rim width in inches;
• 13″ — tire diameter in inches;
• ET35 - disc offset in millimeters.

The vehicle tire marking 175/70 R13 is deciphered as follows:

• 175 — profile width (cross section of the tire) in millimeters;
• 70 - profile height as a percentage of its width;
• R - radial cord winding;
• 13 - tire diameter in inches.

In addition, information about its load capacity and speed parameters can be printed on the rubber - load index and speed index. The load index is a two- or three-digit number; the speed index is indicated in Latin letters, for example 82T:

• 82 - maximum permissible tire load 475 kg;
• T — maximum permissible vehicle speed is 190 km/h.

Using the recommended tire sizes will help you avoid problems with handling, safety and other difficulties. What non-standard sizes can be supplied? Refer to the table; it indicates possible acceptable alternative sizes for tuning. Although there are other options that we have not described in the table. For example, wider discs of the same diameter. Or install wheels of the same width, but with a larger diameter, which is quite popular among car owners. The choice of discs is huge; you can find copies with the same parameters, but with an overhang 1-2 millimeters more or less. It is not possible to list all the options.

At the same time, the bolt pattern for all types of wheels is the same - 4x98. Thus, all disks are mounted on four bolts and the distance between them is exactly ninety-eight millimeters. The diameter of the car's hub is 58.6 mm.

Standard tire pressure is 1.9 MPa.

Interior and exterior

It is based on the Kalina platform

If we consider it together with Kalina, then the only similarities are the doors. As for the panels, they are original. The head optics are made according to traffic rules and are equipped with daytime running lights. They only start working when the ignition is turned on.

Bumpers “not in body color” and the absence of fog lights, why does the ordinary Russian citizen need extra comfort?

There are no fog lights here. The taillights are large. Installed at the corners of the body. They are made according to a symmetrical design: there is an anti-fog pair on the left, and a 3X pair on the right.

As for the bumpers, they are not painted. In addition, the front bumper is integral with the radiator grille. You can immediately see the savings, but you need to remember that here the developers tried to create the cheapest possible car with a minimum of losses on quality and driving characteristics.

The side mirrors are black, as in the more expensive “Norma” configuration

The side mirrors are also unpainted. They are not heated, but with mechanical adjustment from the passenger compartment.

Small A-pillars provide good visibility.

Trunk

Compared to its classmates, the trunk has increased height clearance

Now you can go to the trunk of the car. It opens with a button and a key. The loading height is greater than the Kalinovka, and the Grant has more advantages in terms of lifting the trunk. As for the negative aspects, this is the lack of lid padding. There is also no closing handle, meaning you'll have to get your hands dirty in inclement weather.

Close-up view of the rear (dimensions, trunk, bumper and large emblem)

Close-up view of the rear (dimensions and trunk)

If we talk about one more difference, then in Kalina you can find gas stops. In the Standard configuration we again came to a scheme with hinges and torsion bars. Here, part of the space is lost, and as a result, it is impossible to install speakers (rear shelf). The way out is to purchase a rear acoustic shelf or install speakers in the rear doors.

There are no mats or additional nets. All this will have to be purchased separately. We have already talked about which net is better to choose for the trunk.

Interior equipment

The front windows will have to be lowered manually; electric windows are not provided in the “Standard” configuration

The salon is yours. The panel has few details and this is another difference from Kalina. All this should have had a pleasant effect on acoustic comfort. You can see here several shelves and a place for a radio. If we talk about the control of the heater, then it consists of three Kalinovsky “twisters”.

The developers have made the heater perform well. When the first speed is turned on, there is a flow from the air ducts. It is much more powerful than in Kalina. How the heater motor works is completely inaudible. The glove compartment is large, but does not have a backlight.

A lot of niches on the front panel are good, but why so many?

Above it you can see a shelf for passengers. Between the tachometer and speedometer there is a trip computer screen. In the Standard Version, it has little information.

No engine temperature indicator - this is a fashionable trend in modern cars

There is no engine temperature indicator - this is again savings, but it seems that the new cooling system will not present car owners with any unexpected surprises.

The heater block is made according to a German design. With the “Standard” configuration, the steering column cannot be adjusted in height. But it should be noted that its position is chosen optimally so as not to overlap the devices.

An airbag is installed. And the car has no power steering. But turning the steering wheel is quite easy, thanks to the long rack. The door trims are made from one piece. There are places to install speakers in the doors.

The car can be equipped with child seats. Special latching locks are installed in order to lock the rear locks.

• The front seats are comfortable to sit in. The rear sofa has three-point seat belts. They unfold entirely.
• There are no rear head restraints.
• The seat belts on the front seats cannot be adjusted in height.
• Ceiling handles are completely absent.
• There are no interior door sills either.

The interior decoration of the cabin is not enough stars from the sky

Lada Granta 219x 2013 1.6i 4AT

Generation: 219x Engine: I4, Gasoline Power: 98 hp (72 kW)

Wheel bolt pattern parameters

What wheel sizes does the manufacturer recommend to install?

The Lada Granta 219x 2013 1.6i 4AT is equipped with 5Jx14 ET35 rims assembled with 175/65 R14 82H tires as standard. Where:

• 5J - rim width in inches;
• 14″ — tire diameter in inches;
• ET35 - disc offset in millimeters.

The vehicle tire marking 175/65 R14 is deciphered as follows:

• 175 — profile width (cross section of the tire) in millimeters;
• 65 — profile height as a percentage of its width;
• R - radial cord winding;
• 14 is the tire diameter in inches.

In addition, information about its load capacity and speed parameters can be printed on the rubber - load index and speed index. The load index is a two- or three-digit number; the speed index is indicated in Latin letters, for example 82H:

• 82 - maximum permissible tire load 475 kg;
• H — maximum permissible vehicle speed is 210 km/h.

General background information

Ranges of possible values ​​for tires and wheels Lada Granta 2013.

Tires

Wheel disks

Expert advice

When choosing tires for a car, you must first follow the manufacturer's instructions. Ask yourself a few questions.

• On what roads will the car be primarily used?
• Do you need increased cross-country ability?
• How much of the route will be city roads and how much will be highways?
• Will the vehicle carry heavy loads?

The answers to these and similar questions will help determine which tire parameters you need to pay special attention to.

How to choose the right wheels for Lada Granta 2013?

• Stamped (economical price category) - made from a sheet of iron by stamping on a press.
• Light alloy - manufactured by casting (more reliable than stamped ones).
• Forged (the highest quality and more expensive than the previous ones) - made from light alloys by stamping at high temperatures.

The choice depends on financial capabilities. However, it should be borne in mind that the quality of the road surface on which you have to drive every day must also be taken into account.

So, if it gets into a hole, a stamped disk will bend and will not cause harm to the tire, but a forged or cast one can cut it. There is a possibility that the cast disc may burst or crack.

It should also be noted that repairing “stamping” wheels is cheaper than repairing cast or forged wheels. But wheels with high-quality cast and forged disks kill the suspension less, because lighter and have more perfect geometry (better balanced).

The same wheels may or may not rub with tires on the same car - wheel alignment adjustment will help here.

What is the tire pressure?

It is the driver's responsibility to constantly monitor tire pressure. This will avoid standard problems associated with vehicle operation. An abnormal pressure value often causes:

• deterioration of management;
• uneven tread wear.

Often the car owner independently reduces the pressure in the wheels of his own vehicle. This reduces the load on the suspension, and the car “passes” various road irregularities an order of magnitude easier. But it is worth noting: a decrease in pressure even by 0.1 MPa leads to serious problems. The main ones include:

• increased fuel consumption;
• rapid wear of the outer tread segments;
• the car becomes less maneuverable.

An overinflated wheel causes no less problems. The central part of the cylinder begins to wear off quickly. In addition, at ambient temperatures of more than 60 degrees Celsius, the tire may simply explode. Which will lead to driving into the oncoming lane.

Standard wheel sizes for LADA Granta 2013, 1.6i 219x

Table of parameters and wheel bolt patterns for the Lada Granta 1.6i 219x model - 2013. Minimum and maximum sizes of standard wheels for the Lada Granta 1.6i 219x - 2013 model year.

Disc drilling parameters are usually called bolt pattern:

• LZ (number of holes)
• PCD (hole center circle diameter)
• ET (disc offset)
• DIA (hole diameter)

Despite the fact that this information is taken from the websites of auto manufacturers, our catalog is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee full compliance of the proposed sizes with your car.

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Disadvantages of the model

Being a classic representative of the Russian automobile industry, the 2013 LADA Granta also has a number of disadvantages, the main of which, according to car enthusiasts, are:

1. Weak paintwork.
2. Rigid chassis.
3. Low level of sound insulation.
4. Little space in the cabin.
5. Crickets in the cabin.
6. Thin iron.
7. Susceptibility to corrosion.
8. Low level of comfort.

Lada Granta Sport 2190 2013 1.6i 118

Generation: 2190 Engine: VAZ-21126, I4, Gasoline Power: 118 hp (87 kW) Equipment: Light, Luxe

Wheel bolt pattern parameters

What wheel sizes does the manufacturer recommend to install?

The Lada Granta Sport 2190 2013 1.6i 118 is equipped with 6.5Jx16 ET33 rims assembled with 195/50 R16 88V tires as standard. Where:

• 6.5J - rim width in inches;
• 16″ — tire diameter in inches;
• ET33 - disc offset in millimeters.

The vehicle tire marking 195/50 R16 is deciphered as follows:

• 195 — profile width (cross section of the tire) in millimeters;
• 50 - profile height as a percentage of its width;
• R - radial cord winding;
• 16 is the tire diameter in inches.

In addition, information about its load capacity and speed parameters can be printed on the rubber - load index and speed index. The load index is a two- or three-digit number; the speed index is indicated in Latin letters, for example 88V:

• 88 - maximum permissible tire load 560 kg;
• V - maximum permissible vehicle speed is 240 km/h.

Using the recommended tire sizes will help you avoid problems with handling, safety and other difficulties. What non-standard sizes can be supplied? Refer to the table; it indicates possible acceptable alternative sizes for tuning. Although there are other options that we have not described in the table. For example, wider discs of the same diameter. Or install wheels of the same width, but with a larger diameter, which is quite popular among car owners. The choice of discs is huge; you can find copies with the same parameters, but with an overhang 1-2 millimeters more or less. It is not possible to list all the options.

At the same time, the bolt pattern for all types of wheels is the same - 4x98. Thus, all disks are mounted on four bolts and the distance between them is exactly ninety-eight millimeters. The diameter of the car's hub is 58.6 mm.

Standard tire pressure is 2 MPa.

General background information

Ranges of possible values ​​for tires and wheels Lada Granta Sport 2013.

Tires

Wheel disks

Expert advice

When choosing tires for a car, you must first follow the manufacturer's instructions. Ask yourself a few questions.

• On what roads will the car be primarily used?
• Do you need increased cross-country ability?
• How much of the route will be city roads and how much will be highways?
• Will the vehicle carry heavy loads?

The answers to these and similar questions will help determine which tire parameters you need to pay special attention to.

How to choose the right wheels for Lada Granta Sport 2013?

• Stamped (economical price category) - made from a sheet of iron by stamping on a press.
• Light alloy - manufactured by casting (more reliable than stamped ones).
• Forged (the highest quality and more expensive than the previous ones) - made from light alloys by stamping at high temperatures.

The choice depends on financial capabilities. However, it should be borne in mind that the quality of the road surface on which you have to drive every day must also be taken into account.

So, if it gets into a hole, a stamped disk will bend and will not cause harm to the tire, but a forged or cast one can cut it. There is a possibility that the cast disc may burst or crack.

It should also be noted that repairing “stamping” wheels is cheaper than repairing cast or forged wheels. But wheels with high-quality cast and forged disks kill the suspension less, because lighter and have more perfect geometry (better balanced).

The same wheels may or may not rub with tires on the same car - wheel alignment adjustment will help here.

What else should you pay attention to?

Today, in the secondary market in the price category of up to 250 thousand rubles, there are quite a lot of cars from well-known manufacturers, which potential buyers can consider as an alternative to the Lada Granta. Among them are such popular models as: Renault Logan, Volkswagen Polo, Skoda Fabia, Kia Rio and Nissan Almera.