VAZ 2114: configurations - what is the difference between the Luxury and the Basic, the difference in price

What is this?

The body should be understood as a part of the VAZ 2114 car, which is designed to accommodate the driver, passengers, and things. This design is attached to the car frame.

The body performs a number of functions:

1. Protects the driver and passengers from stones, wind, precipitation, dust, and in case of a collision with another car.
2. Creates a secure place to place the chassis, engine, transmission, controls, and electrical equipment.
3. Reduces road noise.

The body is represented by the following components:

• Luggage compartment.
• Passenger compartment.
• Motor zone.

Wear can be caused by:

• Severe deformation due to an accident.
• Severe corrosion damage.

The need to replace the body arises in the event of serious damage that cannot be eliminated by repair work.

Basic

The minimum version of the “four” configuration does not provide a large number of functions, but this car is excellent for everyday driving. The minimum number of electrical appliances reduces the likelihood of breakdowns. The basic version 2114 is equipped with the following options:

• Adjusting the brightness of the dashboard;

• Availability of audio training;
• Built-in error diagnostic function via the dashboard.

In comparison with the previous generation of Samara, and specifically with the 2109, which is the predecessor of the Four, many improvements were made. Improved aerodynamics, a modified gearbox, increased suspension damping, new bumpers - all this was included in the new model. The engine in the basic and luxury versions was installed exclusively with 8-valve. Only after the release of models from Super-Auto did options with new engines appear.

Useful : All the differences between the basic version of the VAZ 2114 and the luxury one

Factors influencing the price level

The cost of the VAZ 2114 body is quite high. Therefore, many car owners are trying to save money and are considering different options at different points of sale. It is recommended to choose a spare part in which price and quality are in the optimal ratio.

It should be taken into account that the cost is influenced by the following factors:

1. Material of manufacture.
2. Quality.
3. Strength.
4. Originality.
5. Equipment.
6. Place of purchase.
7. Manufacturer's fame.
8. Presence of paint layer.
9. Kudos to the implementer.
10. The need for delivery of the structure.
11. Seller's pricing policy.

Lux

The luxury version of the 4 is considered the most preferred version of the 4 for drivers. Despite the catchiness of the chosen word “Lux”, the improved version of the configuration differs from the “base” in only a few additional options:

• The presence of fog lights in the bumpers;

• Athermal glazing of a car. Allows you to reduce the amount of incoming sunlight;

• The presence of an electric drive for front windows. This function is present only in the luxury version, but due to the easy installation of the drive it is available in almost all “four” models in good condition;

• Rear row of seats with headrests. The basic version comes with harder sofas for passengers;
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• The presence of an on-board computer to track the following data: power reserve, current speed, time, current consumption, fuel level, speed limiter (if a specified limit is exceeded, a sound signal is heard). Also, some versions of BC have a system for detecting faults. If configured correctly, it can help find a fault;

• Heated driver and front passenger seats. In rare versions there is a button with two heating positions;

• Velor inserts on door cards. In the basic version, the door card is made only of plastic.

Despite the paucity of options, their presence really makes operating the car comfortable. It is especially worth noting the presence of electric window lifts and heated seats. Fog lights in their standard version shine quite dimly, but with modification they also become a serious advantage in comparison with the basic “four”. At the present time, when most of the cars of this model are in poor condition, it is not worth focusing on the VAZ 2114 configuration. The main thing that needs to be checked is the technical condition of the main units and the integrity of the body. Otherwise, the basic version can be completed independently. The introduction of electric windows, heating and fog lights is a common procedure for many owners who improve their cars.

Varieties

Depending on the purpose, the car body can be:

• Passenger.
• Freight.
• Cargo and passenger.

On VAZ 2114 cars the first option is installed.

According to the design features, such a spare part can be:

1. Frame.
2. Semi-frame.
3. Frameless.

VAZ 2114 cars are equipped with a frame type.

The product can also be:

• Bearing.
• Semi-supporting.
• Unloaded.

There are body designs:

1. Single-volume.
2. Two-volume.
3. Three-volume.

Spare parts available:

• Painted.
• Unpainted.
• With anti-corrosion coating.
• Without anti-corrosion coating.

The body is sold in different places. It can be purchased:

1. At the car market.
2. In a store that sells spare parts for AvtoVAZ cars.
3. In the online store.

Vehicle characteristics

Lada 211440 is a five-door hatchback with front-wheel drive, designed for 5 seats.

Compared to the original version of the VAZ 2114, the following changes appeared:

1. The engine type has changed. The VAZ 211440-24 was equipped with a 16-valve engine with a total volume of 1.6 liters and a developed power of about 90 horsepower. A later modification is equipped with an engine with increased power - up to 94-98 hp, and a similar volume, which was also used on the Lada Priora.
2. The suspension, clutch and braking system have been improved. The brake discs received a ventilated cavity, and the shock absorber struts became more rigid. The shock absorbers have been adapted to the increased load.
3. The ground clearance has been increased, thanks to the larger diameter of the wheels than on the 2114 – 14 inches.
4. The gearbox remained mechanical, but according to reviews from car owners, it became more convenient to use.
5. The car began to comply with the new environmental standard - Euro-3. An adsorber, a lambda probe, an electronic gas pedal and an electric throttle appeared on it.

   
   Appearance of VAZ 2114

The appearance of the car has also changed. The original wide moldings have been replaced with narrower ones. Thresholds began to be made from higher quality material, which no longer crumbled so much at low temperatures.

VAZ 211440 was produced by the Super-Auto enterprise in Tolyatti. This is a subsidiary of the AvtoVAZ plant, whose goal was to improve existing car models and bring them to modern standards. Super-Auto also produces new car models.

Price difference

The current market for these VAZ models is quite saturated. It makes no sense to pay attention to the equipment when buying a car. For about 80-100 thousand rubles you can pick up a really good car with a decent condition of the body and technical parts. The presence of velor door upholstery and standard BC should not come to the fore when selecting a car.

The first “four” in the basic configuration are practically no different in price from the luxury ones. The average market price for cars from 2007-2009 is about 80 thousand rubles. There is no particular value in having an on-board computer and heated seats, but still luxury 14s are more liquid. If you have an amount of 120-150 thousand rubles, then the choice of the “four” in the “Super-Auto” version is obvious. For fourteenths in this modification on the secondary market they ask for up to 150-170 thousand rubles (in perfect condition). On average, in Russia, the price for them varies from 100 to 130 thousand. For this amount you can purchase the second generation of Samara from the last years of production. The main advantage of this version is the presence of a modern, economical engine.

Pros and cons of the “four”

Owners about the peppy engine. Acceleration dynamics are 17 seconds/100 km, which is not bad at all for domestic cars. Fuel consumption is 7 liters per 100 km in city mode and 5 liters on the highway.

The ground clearance is not bad - 16.5 cm. The car is adapted to “killed” roads and goes well in the snow. The suspension is strong and rarely breaks. But when hitting a hill, the front suspension extension fasteners may be damaged. The reason is the fragility of the aluminum “crab”.

Gearbox synchronizers wear out quickly. To avoid buying a car with such a breakdown, move the shift lever during the inspection. If you hear extraneous sounds, there is something wrong with the synchronizers.

Due to the softness of the metal, dents and mechanical damage easily appear on the body. The metal is not galvanized, so rust is a natural phenomenon for the “four”. Spots appear in the contours of the arches, sills, places where the bumper and moldings join the body. The quality of the paintwork is average and prone to chipping.

And the saddest thing about the car is the lack of passive (not to mention active) safety features. There are no airbags or seat belt pretensioners in the cabin. If the car collides with an obstacle, passengers may receive injuries of varying severity: from bruised shins to fractures of the chest and cervical vertebrae.

Car parts are relatively inexpensive. The bumper can be bought for 3,500 rubles, the hood for 7,500 rubles, and the engine is estimated at 10 thousand rubles. For comparison, for a new bumper of the popular Lacetti in Russia they are asking 5,000 rubles, for the hood - 8-12 thousand rubles, for the engine - 30-60 thousand rubles.

Ground clearance VAZ 2114

Ground clearance is the distance from the lowest point in the center of the car body to the ground. However, the manufacturer of the Lada 2114 Samara measures the ground clearance as it suits him. This means that the distance from the shock absorbers, engine oil pan or muffler to the asphalt may be less than the stated ground clearance.

An interesting point: car buyers pay special attention to ground clearance, because in our country good ground clearance is a necessity; it will save you from headaches when parking to curbs. The ground clearance height of the Lada 2114 Samara is 165 mm

But be careful when going on vacation or returning with shopping: a loaded car will easily lose 2-3 centimeters of ground clearance

The ground clearance height of the Lada 2114 Samara is 165 mm. But be careful when going on vacation or returning with shopping: a loaded car will easily lose 2-3 centimeters of ground clearance.

If desired, the ground clearance of any car can be increased using spacers for shock absorbers. The car will become taller. However, it will lose its former stability at high speeds and will lose greatly in maneuverability. The ground clearance can also be reduced; for this, as a rule, it is enough to replace the standard shock absorbers with tuning ones: the handling and stability will immediately please you.