Every buyer of a domestic car wants to know how practical the vehicle will be in operation and how long it can last without breakdowns.
The best decision for the Grant liftback would be reviews from owners who have already evaluated the car and were able to identify specific pros and cons. Familiarization with such annotations will simplify the choice. In addition, the buyer will know in advance about all the features of the purchased product.
Lada Granta liftback
Lada Granta liftback
Lada Granta liftback
Multimedia system with 7-inch touchscreen, navigation and Bluetooth support. Light and rain sensors, heated windshield, electric drives for all windows, climate control and even cruise control... Active safety is guarded by ABS, EBD (brake force distribution system) and ESC (exchange rate stability system). Passive airbags are provided by front airbags and three head restraints in the rear seat. Of course, there are such simple options as central locking, heated front seats and Isofix mounts in the rear. And yes, all this is a modest Lada Granta liftback, albeit in the top-end “Lux/Navigation” version. Until recently, such a car cost 571,200 rubles, but after the New Year’s revision of the price list, the price rose to 586,200 rubles. Agree, it’s damn tempting to get such a set of options at such a still attractive price. But is all this necessary in Grant?
Should I take it or not?
Don't ask the seller why he's giving his to Grant, congratulate him on it! LADA Granta is by no means a masterpiece. If you have golden hands from the right place, then repairing Granta can even be a pleasure, because everything in it will break down often. But it's cheap. Granta is the best way to get acquainted with the world of spare parts and problems during operation.
In addition, when buying a used Grant, do not forget that its history may be far from ideal.
For example, this swallow on Avito costs 180 thousand rubles.
Looking through the Autocode report, we see that she has already been in an accident, including a head-on collision. The cost of repair work was estimated at the cost of the car itself. Almost everything has been replaced and, most likely, the geometry of the body has been damaged. This means that the car is unsafe - parts can start to break at any moment. Only a kamikaze could buy such a car.
But even if the car was not involved in accidents and, in principle, is intact, you should not rush to conclusions. It's better to check it more closely. The grant below, for example, looks pretty good. But the report shows a catch. The car is pledged. That is, you are at great risk of buying a car twice if the owner stops paying the debt to the bank. In addition, there are fines that have not been paid.
By the way, out of the five Grants we checked, three turned out to be pledged. Therefore, be vigilant when purchasing and do not neglect checks, both technical and legal.
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The Itelma multimedia system must be turned off forcibly - it does not “stall” along with the car.
For several years, AVTOVAZ never bothered to correct the situation. The Itelma multimedia system must be turned off forcibly - it does not “stall” along with the car. For several years, AVTOVAZ never bothered to correct the situation.
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The interior of the Granta is well conceived, but poorly implemented.
The multimedia system lives its own life, the efforts on the knobs are uneven, some of the fittings are from the nineties, and the abundance of silver applied to the shagreen plastic further reduces the cost of the interior. The interior of the Granta is well conceived, but poorly implemented. The multimedia system lives its own life, the efforts on the knobs are uneven, some of the fittings are from the nineties, and the abundance of silver applied to the shagreen plastic further reduces the cost of the interior.
Lada Granta liftback
A half-liter bottle of water in the cup holder will not make it difficult to access the climate control unit, but a larger one simply won’t fit here.
The keys responsible for heating the seats are also located here. A half-liter bottle of water in the cup holder will not make it difficult to access the climate control unit, but a larger one simply won’t fit here. The keys responsible for heating the seats are also located here.
Lada Granta liftback
The robot selector fits well in the hand and moves along the groove with a slight, pleasant effort.
But its base looks as if garage workers installed this lever in place of a regular “stirrer”. The robot selector fits well in the hand and moves along the groove with a slight, pleasant effort. But its base looks as if garage workers installed this lever in place of a regular “stirrer”.
The Itelma multimedia system does not raise any unnecessary questions at first acquaintance: it has an adequate menu structure, tolerable performance and a normal touchscreen sensor. You just have to turn off the multimedia manually every time - it doesn’t “stall” along with the machine. Moreover, I don’t know why AVTOVAZ needed this head unit in the first place - after all, the Lada-Renault-Nissan alliance has access to the LG multimedia complex (this is installed on XRAY, Logan, Kaptur and Duster), which is superior to Itelma in both graphics and performance . Is Korean multimedia really more expensive?
Disadvantages of Liftback Grants from owner reviews
In addition to the advantages of the new version, its disadvantages were also identified. For example, strong noise in the cabin, associated with both poor-quality insulation and engine operation. The Lux package has reliable sound insulation, but it does not cope with the task completely. Therefore, the owners noted some inconveniences during long driving, especially within large cities.
Problems with unnecessary squeaks were noted by only some drivers. They concern knocks on the driver's door due to poorly secured trim. The rear shelf in the trunk does not knock, but when starting the engine, the hood may rattle and an unpleasant hum may appear. When the speed increases, this phenomenon completely disappears (in this case, you need to check the idle speed. They may be too low).
The small rear window does not allow proper inspection of the road. True, this feature applies not only to the Lada Granta liftback, but also to most other cars in this body. The problem can be easily dealt with by using the side mirrors for visibility. Also a practical solution would be to install a rear view camera.
The overly stiff suspension of the Luxury version does not allow you to fully enjoy driving. The unpleasant phenomenon disappears only when transporting goods or passengers. A similar problem did not affect the Standard and Norma trim levels, although on rough roads they stay on track less well. Replacing the suspension is a very expensive solution, so many owners decided to put up with this phenomenon.
The presence of fairly large gaps was noted only by a small part of buyers. Many of them indicate the appearance of unnecessary sounds due to such equipment of the model. If we look at the problem in more detail, then not all modifications have a perfect assembly. And you should pay special attention to these nuances when purchasing.
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The pockets in the front doors are of medium size and very modest in depth.
For more or less valuable things, it is better to look elsewhere. The pockets in the front doors are of medium size and very modest in depth. For more or less valuable things, it is better to look elsewhere.
The USB port located on the inside of the glove compartment leaves an unpleasant aftertaste. The uneven force on the “wings” of the climate control unit and the fittings from even earlier VAZ cars (admire the handbrake handle) are also frustrating. The abundance of silver was added: it is present on the panel elements and the shagreen plastic of the door handles. According to someone's good intentions, such a decision should have given the salon more solidity, but in fact it had the opposite effect. The interior of the Granta lags behind the exterior and every second reminds you that you are sitting in a very budget car.
Anti-tuning
Not everyone considered the Grant to be a simple workhorse. Some owners tuned the car, and this was encouraged by the relatively low prices for body kit elements. Various braces, subframes, modified supports and shock absorbers are also inexpensive. They did all sorts of tuning exercises with the engines. I can only say one thing. If your aspirations do not correspond to the tastes of the previous owner, then you should not buy a tuning Grant. Troubles are guaranteed when receiving a diagnostic card, or even just complaints from traffic police inspectors on the road. The reliability of the engine and gearbox after tuning will almost certainly be lower. You need a car to drive - don't buy a tuned Granta.
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Despite the sloping roof, there is enough headroom for rear passengers.
The width allows three adults to sit comfortably. Despite the sloping roof, there is enough headroom for rear passengers. The width allows three adults to sit comfortably.
But the back row pleased me. Despite the sloping roof, there is no less headroom here than in the Ravon Nexia sedan (aka the previous generation Chevrolet Aveo). Thus, even with a height of 185–190 cm, you can fit quite comfortably. Riding in the back won't cause any discomfort either, although Grant's shoulders feel a little tight. The same Renault Logan is noticeably more spacious in this sense. The Granta liftback makes up in part due to its spacious trunk. In pure volume, it is inferior to Loganov’s 4 liters (396 liters versus 400 liters - according to our measurements), but in terms of convenience it is many times superior. An assembled bicycle for an adult or fairly large household appliances can easily fit here.
Reviews from owners Grants liftback: special advantages
The high-quality optics of the car have won the hearts of many owners. Grant owners note the good illumination of the roadway, which is especially important for increased safety.
There were no complaints about operation or malfunctions due to strong vibrations. Stylish taillights allow cars driving behind to see the moving Lada from afar.
Buyers of domestic cars carefully study the performance characteristics that allow them to purchase truly high-quality vehicles. For the stylish and comfortable Lada Granta liftback, owner reviews touched on the high ground clearance.
The clearance is 16 cm, which is quite a lot for such a nimble model. It is more than possible to drive through complete off-road conditions without damaging the bottom of the car or getting stuck in a deep rut. In addition, an important advantage of such clearance is the ease of travel at any time and on any site.
Interior comfort is another factor in the search for a workhorse. If we take into account the use of transport in winter, then it is worth paying special attention to the stove. Granta Lada, according to drivers, has one of the best heating systems. It quickly heats up the interior, so there is no need to worry about the stove taking a long time to start.
Also, the purchase of Granta liftback pleased the owners with cheap service. For the most part, small parts that do not require special costs fail. Moreover, repairs during the warranty period are carried out not only in a minimum of time, but also completely free of charge.
You can install not only original spare parts, but also some elements from its progenitor - Lada Kalina. This makes it much easier to find the item you need.
Lada Granta liftback
Under the floor there is a spare tire on a 14-inch stamped wheel.
Owners of basic Grants will not experience any inconvenience. But owners of top versions will be able to use it only as a temporary “crutch”. Under the floor there is a spare tire on a 14-inch stamped wheel. Owners of basic Grants will not experience any inconvenience. But owners of top versions will be able to use it only as a temporary “crutch”.
To be honest, there is no desire to talk about the shortcomings and features of the VAZ robot for the hundredth time. And it doesn’t make much sense either - you are either well aware of the hopelessness of the AMT, or you are absolutely sure that the box is a wonderful miracle, and journalists are corrupt lazy people and simply have not learned how to handle it. In general, highlight the necessary ones and let's move on. Fortunately, Granta gives enough other reasons to talk about himself.
Bucket of problems
The manufacturer gave a 5-year guarantee against through corrosion, but this did not stop the body in its quest to become covered with rust. Holes and bugs appear already on three-year-old models, so pay attention to the sills, fenders, bottom, body joints and spaces under the rubber bands.
The manufacturer saved on plastic as well as on anti-corrosion: the headlights quickly become cloudy, and the dashboard crunches and falls apart. The wipers are so disgusting that the windshield quickly becomes covered with scratches, so owners of new cars immediately change the blades, and buyers of used cars immediately think about replacing the windshield.
The build quality is also not up to par: bolts and screws come loose on bumps, you can fit your palm into the gaps between plastic parts, plugs fall out of their seats, fuses burn out one after another. Electrics are not Granta's strong point. Often, buyers applied under warranty with problems with the on-board computer, wiring braids, even sensors fly off from any sneeze. Repairing such parts costs a penny, but the very fact of constantly arising problems and blinking fault lights is annoying.
The mechanical “five-speed” is one of the first to break: the synchronizers fall apart, the slide falls apart. The Jatco four-speed automatic transmission is unpretentious and not prone to problems. The robot, firstly, drives poorly, and secondly, requires adjustment at every maintenance, breaks down and generally infuriates.
The ESD often fails, and a car with power steering drives the same as without it. The manufacturer was never able to eliminate this bug even for the liftback version, although they honestly tried by releasing the second version of the unit.
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The dynamics of the 106-horsepower Grante engine are enough even outside the city, but the single-disc robot often wastes the talents of a successful sixteen-valve engine.
From time to time the box also “sings” under load. The dynamics of the 106-horsepower Grante engine are enough even outside the city, but the single-disc robot often wastes the talents of a successful sixteen-valve engine. From time to time the box also “sings” under load.
Under the hood of our car is a 1.6-liter sixteen-valve engine with a power of 106 hp. I must say, the engine is good. If the robot had not wasted his talents, our liftback could easily be called one of the most dynamic cars in the class. Not in seconds, but in sensations. With all this, the Granta is very economical: actual fuel consumption was 7 liters of fuel on the highway and 8.5 l/100 km in the city. Part of the reason is that the car is quite light. Our measured curb weight is only 1097 kg. The main competitors are 50–100 kg heavier.
Power unit
As in the entire global automotive industry, the Granta design has a rule: the simpler the unit, the more reliable it is. Although, unfortunately, the eight-valve Grant engines have already sipped the fruits of modernization. This includes a reduction in the width of the drive belt to 17 mm instead of the previous 19 mm, and a lightweight piston group with narrow connecting rods that dangle freely along the axis of the crankshaft, and pistons that meet the valves when the belt breaks.
These are all the trends of the new time, as well as a departure from the really good old and reliable VAZ-21083 engine. But sixteen-valve engines, being only slightly more powerful, have a complex design with the only advantage being the presence of hydraulic valve lifters. This eliminated the need to adjust them. However, the loads on the lightweight piston group have increased.
When inspecting specific cars, it is better to give preference to the engine that idles smoothly, picks up speed well when you press the gas pedal, accepts the load smoothly and without failure, and provides acceptable dynamics. The engine should not leak oil, and it is undesirable to see noticeable smoke from the exhaust pipe. It's very good if you measure the compression. At the same time, you will appreciate the oiliness of the candles. The difference between the cylinders should be no more than 0.5–0.7 bar, and the value itself should be at least 11, and preferably 12 bar.
Gearboxes were installed on the car in two modifications - with a traction drive and a cable drive. Traction drive is a thing of the past. Fuzzy switching on, a lever that dangles when the power unit oscillates, difficult adjustments that give little effect. The cable-controlled gearbox is almost like a foreign car. Communication between the driver and the gearbox (at least with a working one) became like in a normal car. During a test drive, evaluate how fully the clutch is depressed (reverse gear should engage without a rattle) and the operation of the forward gear synchronizers. Particular attention is paid to the second gear synchronizer: this is the eternal weak point of VAZ front-wheel drive gearboxes.
Lada Granta liftback
Energy-intensive suspensions are one of the strengths of the car.
And the sound insulation is not bad by class standards. In general, the level of ride comfort is good. Passengers will be happy. Energy-intensive suspensions are one of the strengths of the car. And the sound insulation is not bad by class standards. In general, the level of ride comfort is good. Passengers will be happy.
