Model range of VAZ Lada cars

The brainchild of the Tolyatti automobile plant is still the most popular vehicles on the Russian secondary market. They are chosen for a number of reasons, including: affordable cost, inexpensive repairs, good adaptability to domestic off-road conditions and ease of operation. However, choosing a used car is always associated with a certain risk of purchasing a problematic car, both legally and technically. Autocode tells you how to choose a VAZ car and what to look for when buying.

How to choose a used VAZ car

First, let's talk about what you should pay attention to first.

Iron

It's no secret that the car body requires the most expensive repairs. Therefore, first of all, we look at the condition of the iron. Read more about how to check the paintwork and body geometry of a used car. If you find signs that the car has been repainted, or its body geometry is damaged, most likely the vehicle has been in a serious accident. It is better to refuse to choose such a car. Also, you should not buy a vehicle with traces of corrosion. Cars of the VAZ family rust quite quickly. And to slow down the “blooming” of body elements can require a lot of effort and money.

Internal filling

Next, we check the condition of the main components and assemblies. Experts recommend especially carefully studying the performance of:

• transmission (extraneous noise when changing gears, as well as difficulties with shifting them indicate problems with the gearbox, the replacement of which (especially if it is an automatic) will cost several tens of thousands of rubles);
• suspension elements (swaying of the car when driving is the first sign of problems);
• engine (dark or bluish exhaust when the power unit is running indicates that the latter requires major repairs, which will also cost a pretty penny);
• electrical equipment (electrical problems occur quite often in used VAZs, so if, when inspecting the car, you find involuntary operation of the wipers or sound signal, be prepared to replace the mounting block).

As they say, there are always two “fools” in the market - one sells, the other buys. In 99 cases out of 100, the owner is not going to tell you about all the problems with his used car. If you are not confident that you can independently identify shortcomings in the technical condition of the vehicle, it is wise to take a knowledgeable person with you. It will help you make the right choice and, if necessary, report faults that you simply do not notice. If finances allow, one of the most rational options is to check a used car at a specialized service center. True, you will have to pay several thousand rubles for high-quality diagnostics.

You can order an on-site inspection on the Autocode website. Read more about the on-site diagnostic service.

History of creation

The Italians, friendly to the Soviet Union, were entrusted with building a new modern automobile plant in Tolyatti. The agreement signed by the USSR Ministry of Automotive Industry with the Fiat concern in August 1966 implied not only the construction of a full-cycle enterprise, but also equipping it with equipment, as well as personnel training. The new production was named “VAZ” - Volzhsky Automobile Plant. Considerations of political correctness and naming rules did not allow it to be named by analogy with other factories in the country, for example, Gorky and Ulyanovsk: inappropriate jokes could not be avoided.

The emblem for VAZ models should have been invented by Soviet designers. The idea to place a rook on the badge, as well as the sketch of the future logo itself, belongs to Alexander Dekalenkov, an employee of the capital’s management of the plant. The Italians were tasked with making emblems for the cars. By the way, an incident was connected with this. The first three dozen logos were released by Fiat with an error - instead of the letter “I” in the word “Tolyatti”, the Italians wrote “R”. The funny thing happened without scandals - the defective logos were urgently replaced.

Which VAZ models are preferable?

When choosing a used car, one of the main parameters is its cost. For used VAZ cars with a price tag of 40-50 thousand rubles. It's better not to pay attention at all. For that kind of money, in most cases, sellers offer a pile of scrap metal, which will require considerable financial investment and frequent repairs. Next, let's look at more expensive options.

Budget 60-70 thousand rubles.

In this price category, it is optimal to choose representatives of the classics - VAZ 2105, VAZ 2106 or VAZ 2107. It is advisable to buy a car no older than 2003-2004. These are reliable and time-tested cars, which, with proper care and compliance with operating rules, will last for many more years.

Budget 80-90 thousand rubles.

Here the undoubted leader is the VAZ 21099, released 10-12 years ago. It is better to choose a vehicle with an injector. Experts do not recommend buying cars with a carburetor. If you decide to choose this model, pay special attention to checking the brake system. Make sure that there are no oil or other liquids leaking, and that there is no rust on the arches and sills. In addition, the weak point of the VAZ 21099 is the interior heater, so make sure it is working. Another problem inherent in these models is the strong rattling of interior trim parts, which, however, is observed in almost all old Zhiguli models.

Budget 120-160 thousand rubles.

In this category you can choose VAZ 2112, VAZ 2114 or Kalina. The latest model is one of the most successful creations of VAZ. Among the advantages of Kalina it is worth noting:

• good value for money;
• level of technological equipment not inferior to many manufacturers;
• high ground clearance, which ensures high cross-country ability;
• spacious interior;
• decent anti-corrosion properties of the body.

If you decide to choose a used VAZ 2112, first of all, check the engine. Extraneous noises from under the hood will indicate problems with the hydraulic compensators. In addition, ask the seller what type of fuel was used to refuel the vehicle: grade 92 gasoline does not have the best effect on the stability of the 16-valve power unit.

The VAZ 2114 is not very different in design from the 9 Series models, therefore it has the same problems as the VAZ 21099 (they were mentioned above).

Budget from 200 thousand rubles.

If you decide to choose a more expensive used car, pay attention to Priora or Granta. These models are distinguished by high safety indicators, increased interior comfort, and good noise insulation properties. Among the shortcomings, experts note the whimsical quality of fuel (it is advisable to fill the car with 95 grade gasoline), oil and other consumables.

For residents of rural areas, as well as city dwellers who are interested in outdoor activities, travel, hunting or fishing, experts recommend choosing the Lada Largus or Niva. The models are distinguished by high cross-country ability, a spacious interior and ease of use.

Whatever VAZ model you choose, before making a purchase, check the used car using the all-Russian Internet service “Autocode”. Enter state in the search field on our website. vehicle number or VIN. In a few minutes you will be able to view the detailed history of the vehicle. The report will contain information about the number of owners of a used car, the presence of encumbrances and restrictions on registration actions in the traffic police, information about fines, accidents and other useful data, based on which you will draw conclusions about the wisdom of purchasing a car.

If you are a professional car seller, use the “Autocode Pro” unlimited car check service. “Autocode Pro” allows you to quickly check a large number of cars, add comments to reports, create your own lists of liquid vehicles, quickly compare options and store data about cars in an orderly form.

Before concluding a purchase and sale agreement, we also recommend checking the owner of the car through a special service. The check will show whether the seller has problems with the law, whether his passport is valid, whether there are debts and enforcement proceedings. If serious problems are discovered, it is better to refuse the deal. View an example report

Model range of VAZ Lada cars

Manufacturer: Russia

The VAZ car plant has long established itself in the Russian market. Specializing in the production of cars and constantly improving technology, the plant produces more than one model. You will find the entire range of Lada cars and trucks in alphabetical order below. As well as complete information about the Lada model range, photos of the model range, technical characteristics of VAZ cars and the history of the Lada car brand.

Ups and downs

From the first days of operation, the Volga auto giant did not experience any problems. The demand for cars was such that sales were limited only by production volumes. After about a year of operation, the plant produced 100,000 kopecks, and after another two and a half years, the millionth VAZ rolled off the assembly line.

In 1973, the “kopek” began to be supplied abroad. At the same time, the “export” brand “Lada” appeared. As it turned out, the name “Zhiguli”, which was worn by all VAZ cars, is consonant with the French word “Gigolo”, that is, “a man who dances for money.” Therefore, we had to rename the export “Zhiguli” to “Lada”. Subsequently, cars for the domestic market began to be labeled with Frets, and subsequently the name “Zhiguli” was completely banned.

With the advent of the nineties and the collapse of the USSR, the plant was faced with an unprecedented concept - “competition”. Against the backdrop of criminal wars for control of VAZ, which claimed hundreds of lives, a flood of used foreign cars poured into the country. Decades of existence without competition hampered the development of the giant, and VAZ cars fell hopelessly behind foreign ones. Russians lost interest in Zhiguli cars, and the plant had to reduce car production volumes. The state tried to solve the problem by increasing customs duties on the import of used foreign cars, but this did not help.

After years of searching for a way out of the crisis, it was found in collaboration with Renault-Nissan. In 2008, the alliance became the owner of a 25% stake in AvtoVAZ. In the same year, AvtoVAZ acquired a new chief designer, Steve Mattin. He previously held similar positions at Mercedes and Volvo.