Purchasing a second grant and comparing station wagon and liftback grants

Can a hatchback be youth-friendly?

This type of body is much shorter than its three-volume “relative”, and is perceived as lower and more collected. This impression is purely visual, because the suspension in this case is configured identically: the difference is only depending on the configuration, and even then, in relation to its individual elements.

Surely the combination of a 106-horsepower engine and a 5-band gearbox will be optimal. Although this option cannot even be called “warmed up,” it is capable of accelerating to the first “hundred” in 10.5 seconds. A modest trunk will not be a hindrance, because students and newlyweds often do not need it at all.

Lada Granta equipment in 2022

Of course, you can get the most complete and up-to-date information about the configuration, as well as prices, on the website of official LADA representatives, for example

https://ladacenterperm.ru/. But let’s still look at what options the manufacturer offers us and how they differ.

AvtoVAZ offers us several different configurations, which allows the future owner to choose the optimal level of dynamics and comfort in relation to the cost of the car.

For the first time in Russia there is a car that is close to the best in the world in terms of price-quality ratio. You can choose from the cheapest or most expensive options.

So, what configurations are offered to us:.

• The basic Standard version includes only one airbag, the ERA-GLONASS system, Isofix mounts and 14-inch steel wheels.
• The Classic package is complemented by a tilt-adjustable steering column, electric power steering, front windows, two rear headrests, central locking and an on-board computer with an indicator of the optimal moment for shifting gears.
• In the Comfort version , all of the above will be added to heated front seats, an audio system, two airbags, as well as electric exterior mirrors with turn signal repeaters built into them.
• The Luxury package will delight you with foglights and full power accessories, 15-inch alloy wheels, climate control, remote central locking, standard alarm, heated windshield, height adjustment of the driver's seat and seat belt anchorages, as well as 60/40 folding rear backrests sofa

You can also purchase the Optima and Prestige . Optima will complement the car with air conditioning and heated side mirrors, Prestige includes a light and rain sensor, a stabilization system, traction control, and rear parking sensors.

For an additional fee you can choose metallic paint.

By the way, the Lada has one of the most spacious trunks in its class, 520 liters

Station wagon and liftback: practical “state employees”

A car of this class often serves as the only means of transportation in a family. That’s why they work on it, transport children, and travel. A spacious interior and the same trunk are available for the carriage type body. Sound insulation suffers a little (it was redesigned in restyling), but it can be improved. In this case, it is rational to take the most expensive equipment, so as not to spend money on retrofitting the model later.

A 98 hp engine would be a good ratio. and a 4-speed automatic transmission. Although, the “126th” internal combustion engine also works well with the “mechanics”. The chassis has been significantly rebuilt, because this body is definitely heavier than others. That's why there are different shock absorbers and springs. It’s interesting that AvtoVAZ is still experimenting with such components.

VAZ Granta or Priora: engine and gearbox

As for the gearbox and engine, the most popular and popular versions are cars with a 1.6-liter engine and a manual transmission. Moreover, such a combination of internal combustion engine and gearbox can be installed on both Grant and Priora. However, the Granta is also available with an automatic transmission, while the Priora can only be equipped with a manual transmission.

If we compare the overall characteristics of the power units, at first glance they are not particularly different. The only thing is that the degree of forcing is different. For Priora, engines of 98 and 106 liters are available. s., the Grant can also have less powerful internal combustion engines of 82 and 87 hp.

At the same time, the Granta on less powerful versions received a lightweight CPG, the engine “picks up” better, runs quieter and softer, and consumes less fuel. The only drawback is that you can only use 95 gasoline.

In terms of gearbox, the Granta with manual transmission is also in a more advantageous position, since the cable box on the Granta works quite smoothly and clearly. Although, some drivers note that this gearbox is a little noisier than on the Priora.

One way or another, in terms of fuel consumption, for example, a Priora with an 87 horsepower unit consumes the same amount of fuel as a Grant with a similar internal combustion engine. In the city, consumption is 9.0 liters per 100 kilometers.

• As for the dynamics, the Priora with such a unit accelerates to “hundreds” in 12.5 seconds, the maximum speed is 176 km/h. Granta will dial “hundred” for 0.3 seconds. faster, but will only accelerate to 167 km/h.

If we consider the 16-valve 1.6 engine with 106 hp, on the Priora the consumption in the city is 8.9 liters, acceleration is 11.5 seconds. Granta has indicators of 8.6 and 10.9 seconds. acceleration up to 100 km, respectively, with a manual transmission. With an automatic transmission, the Granta automatic transmission consumes 9.9 liters in the urban cycle, acceleration to “hundreds” takes 13.3 seconds.

We also recommend reading the article about what the 8-valve Lada Granta engine is. From this article you will learn about the features of the 8-valve Grant engine, as well as what features an internal combustion engine of this type has.

It becomes clear that although there are differences in units and characteristics, a general comparison of Grants and Priora with “mechanics” does not allow us to identify a clear favorite. With the most powerful engine, both Priora and Grant perform well; with less efficient internal combustion engines, both cars also do not differ much from each other in terms of consumption and dynamics.

The only thing that the Grant is better than the Priora is the availability of automatic transmission. Of course, the consumption and dynamics of versions with an automatic transmission are not encouraging, however, the very fact of the possibility of having such a box is already an advantage for those who need a car exclusively with an automatic transmission. Moreover, the automatic transmission on the Grant is a “classic” hydromechanical one, and not a capricious “robot” (manual transmission) or an expensive variator to repair.

Sedan is the standard for everything

Oddly enough, this type of body is consistently popular among Russians. It turned out to be a practical solution due to the fact that the rear bench folds down to provide more space. Moreover, even initially 520 liters can be enough for almost everything. Surprisingly, the sedan turns out to be the most dynamic choice among other Granta variants. And this despite the fact that the base cost is almost lower than the others. There are rumors that the hatch may be discontinued altogether.

Buying a car is a serious matter and should be approached intelligently.

Lada Granta - history

The VAZ 219010 car was designed and manufactured at the Volzhsky Automobile Plant.
The main idea was to create a budget car for Russian citizens. It was decided that the base would be the Lada Kalina and those spare parts that were purchased earlier and are available in the warehouse. For this reason, the Lada Granta was created in just two years, and the budget spent on it was small. All this affected the final price. The car was presented on May 11, 2011 in Tolyatti. Then on May 16, 2011, production began in test mode, which is considered the “birthday” of the LADA Grant, and mass production began in October.

Within two months, more than 20,000 people wanted to buy a car. LADA Granta replaced the “classics”: LADA Samara and LADA Kalina. The car's name was chosen based on the "People's name for the people's car" competition.

If you believe the statistics, this is the best-selling car in Russia for the entire period of 2013-2015 and 2022.

Design changes and liftback auxiliary options

The new look of the LADA Granta Liftback gives it an undeniable brightness, but the sedan against its background looks a little dull and boring. For many, this is already an indicator of what to choose.

• A distinctive feature in comparison with the sedan is the color of the bumpers in body color.
• Minor changes affected the front bumper, where modified recesses appeared. This helped give the exterior a certain modernity. Otherwise, the appearance of the front end is identical to the sedan. Built-in niches for fog optics, which have a distinctive design, added a little charm.
• The contours of the exterior mirrors have acquired their own style and originality, which in turn adds an aerodynamic flair. Turn signal repeaters are also integrated into their housings.
• Moving the license plate to the lower edge of the rear door allowed the developers to place a fog light in the niche vacated on the bumper.
• The angle of inclination of the pillars and glass of the stern contributed to improved aerodynamic properties. The sloping shape allows the glass to not need to be cleaned for a long time, which eliminates the need for a rear wiper. This concept was first implemented in AZLK models.
• The shape of the rear headlights has become narrow, but in general terms it repeats the optics of the rear of the sedan.

If we compare, the design of the front door panels of the LADA Granta Liftback contains limiters that allow the effect of closers to be achieved at the moment of closing. The manufacturer also added an innovative seal. This solution led to the elimination of the creaking effect when unlocking the door and the elimination of glass rattling that occurred in the sedan.

Features of Lada Kalina 2 station wagon

The first generation of the Lada Kalina car was designed quite a long time ago, and the developments themselves date back to the end of the last century. So the first version of the car did not catch many of the revolutionary innovations that happened at the beginning of this century. Of course, many improvements and improvements were made, but all of them concerned only minor upgrades, and the market demanded a completely new car.

Back view

It was as a result of market demand that it was decided to begin development of the Lada Kalina 2, which comes in several bodies, including a station wagon version. The promises of AvtoVAZ management said that the car would become much more stylish, energetic, but, most importantly, reliable. And at the same time it will retain all the main advantages of the previous series, such as good cross-country ability and high ground clearance.

Specifically, reliability, as well as its improvement, was the most important task of the engineers, since many shortcomings were visible in the first version of the car. As a result, many years of development led to the Lada Kalina 2 coming off the assembly line. And from it, even visually, it is clear that the most dramatic changes have occurred. The developers themselves claim that the improvements concern both external and internal components.

Under the hood of the Lada Kalina 2 station wagon you can find many technical innovations. But the body itself now looks much more attractive. Instead of the barrel-shaped shape of the first generation, we can see a certain audacity that was not previously characteristic of domestic cars. The headlights were enlarged, and the bumper design notes added some aggression to the appearance of the car. Thanks to all this, some even talk about the “sporty” appearance of the car.

The designers also worked hard, taking into account the wishes of those who reproached the previous version of the car for being too laconic.

Kalina car interior

Station wagon salon

Now the interior is very cozy, and the dashboard of cars in the Norma or Lux configurations amazes with the abundance of optional features. The seats have become much softer and more comfortable, and the interior has increased in size. But, most importantly, now in the station wagon there is much more space for storing luggage than before.

Rear passenger seats Lada Kalina

In fairness, it must be said that after a short period of use, some shortcomings may appear, such as noise in the cabin, as well as crunchy upholstery. And the thresholds of the car must be immediately covered with moldings, since they are more susceptible to failure than other parts of the body.

Engines

This car is produced in a version with an 8-valve 1.6-liter engine. Its power is 87 horsepower. The car is supplied with a manual transmission and a Japanese automatic transmission. The “luxury” version accelerates to a speed of 181 kilometers per hour, while the “standard” version that interests us can boast a “maximum speed” of no more than 168 kilometers per hour.

Under the hood of the most powerful Kalina

Among other things, you can count on:

• installing a front airbag,
• electric power steering,
• and even ABS,
• air conditioner,
• multimedia system.

Structural improvements have made the suspension more resistant to poor-quality road surfaces.

The price at the time of this writing for the “emptiest” Lada Kalina station wagon starts at 427 thousand rubles versus 404,200 rubles for the Lada Granta.

Controllability, safety and comfort

On the one hand, in terms of comfort and controllability, VAZ models are usually inferior to modern foreign cars, but in fact, the relatively low-set Priora holds the road quite well, has a “light” steering wheel with electric steering and a quite comfortable suspension. In turn, the Lada Granta is more rolling and can “scour” along the road at high speeds. As for the suspension, it is also soft and quite comfortable.

In terms of safety, both models have a driver airbag, as well as ABS, EBD and BAS systems in minimum configurations. More expensive versions also include air conditioning, a passenger airbag, an on-board computer, parking sensors and other useful solutions and options.

By the way, when studying the configurations and prices, one can be surprised to notice that in some versions the “older” Priora with a worse level of equipment can be very close in price to the newer and better equipped Granta.

One way or another, it is quite difficult to say unequivocally which is better, Grant or Priora, only in terms of equipment level and price. First, you need to separately compare the current prices of two models with absolutely identical equipment. Secondly, “top” configurations are available for both models, where all available options will be present.

Classic of the genre - sedan

A sedan is comfortable, practical and stylish. The external shape of the body and the interesting design of the radiator grilles make the car presentable and expensive. This is the version in which all premium-segment cars are produced. The traditional sedan body consists of three distinct volumes: the interior, the luggage compartment and the hood volume. The trunk is always isolated from the passenger compartment.

The sedan is equipped with one or two (less often three) rows of seats; there is no lifting door in the trunk.

In addition to the classic layout, the sedan category includes the following body types:

1. Hardtop. A distinctive feature is the absence of central pillars, side windows without external frames.
2. Fastback. A car with a sloping roof and a vaguely defined third luggage compartment.
3. Tudor. Two-door sedan. The Chevrolet Monte Carlo can be considered the most prominent representative of the two-door sedan family.
4. Long sedan. Today this is a very rare configuration - the car interior has three rows of full-size seats.

A transitional model, which is placed as an intermediate between a sedan and a hatchback, is a liftback. In terms of body shape, the car has overhangs similar to those of a hatchback, but the length of the luggage compartment is the same as in the sedan configuration.

Advantages of sedans

In addition to their representative appearance, sedans have a number of advantages that experienced drivers value so much:

1. The sedan provides better weight distribution. This means that at highway speeds the car has ideal stability - it is easier to control and maneuver. The front and rear axles experience almost equal load due to the same volume of the engine and luggage compartment.
2. Large and comfortable salon. Adult rear seat passengers notice this clearly.
3. The interior is completely isolated from the trunk - this ensures silence and the absence of foreign odors.
4. Greater parameter of passive safety of passengers. In the event of an accident, the trunk serves as a buffer.
5. In winter, the sedan's interior warms up faster and cools faster in summer - this leads to fuel savings.

Price

The minimum equipment level of the liftback is rated higher than the “Standard” version found in the sedan. More specifically, you will have to pay 314.8 thousand rubles for the liftback. Whether it is rational to overpay for the improvements indicated here is up to the buyer to decide.

The manufacturer plans to equip the sedan with the options present in the liftback in the near future. The restyling process for the LADA Granta is expected to be carried out this year. Today, the liftback has a number of undeniable advantages over the sedan regarding the exterior and driving parameters, but still, which is better, everyone chooses for themselves. When choosing a suitable modification, you should first study the full list of features. It is also not recommended to neglect your own priorities and preferences. Consider the difference between modifications not only in characteristics and equipment, but also in a financial sense. If you are willing to pay more for a presentable design, interior improvements and slightly increased performance, then the liftback is your option. But in fairness, we note that today the liftback is brighter and more balanced in comparison with the sedan, and this allows us to mark it as the leader of our review.

Are the technical parameters comparable?

So, our task is to understand what is closer to buyers of the Lada Grant or the Lada Priora? Aspects of this issue lie in many reviews from owners who do not see significant differences between the modifications present here. This is not surprising, since the cars are equipped with identical engines and almost identical transmission units.

In the Priora model range, there are two units: a 98-horsepower version and a 106-horsepower version. Granta already boasts 4 modifications of engines: less forced, 82- and 87-horsepower versions are added to the two mentioned ones.

Much more attention is paid to the “sick” components of the Priora - the struts and the electric power steering. The manufacturer claims that these shortcomings have been eliminated in the updated modification.

A significant problem with Priora is the risk of valves bending when the timing belt breaks. In the modified engine “21127” this drawback also could not be eliminated. It seems that it will not be possible to “hide” from this problem in the future, since according to persistent rumors that are gaining momentum, this model has been “standing” on the assembly line for the last year.

During the three-year period of operation of the Grant, no significant deficiencies were identified. As an exception, the generator bearing is presented, which is prone to frequent failure.

When choosing between two competitors LADA Granta or LADA Priora, you should not forget about the aspects we have given. Our sympathies, according to the tradition already formed here, move towards Granta.

Starting positions, characteristics

I would like to remind you that the Lada Priora, a family car model, has been produced for quite a long time. More precisely, the Priora came to the market in 2007. It appeared after its predecessor, the VAZ 2110 model, went out of production. The Lada Priora underwent a full restyling in 2013 and acquired a whole line of cars with different body types.

1. The Sedan model has been produced since 2007.
2. The car with a hatchback body went into production in 2008.
3. The Priora station wagon was released in mid-2009.
4. The Priora with a coupe body, which appeared in 2010, is quite popular.

If we talk about the age of the car, then one significant advantage unexpectedly appears here. A car at the end of its life on the assembly line appears before the future owner in adulthood. If you compare a new model with a car that has been on the assembly line for more than 5-6 years, then the “old-timer” probably does not have a large number of “childhood” sores.

Technically, the car undergoes modernization and certain improvements during its production. Therefore, the likelihood of buying a vehicle that will cause technical problems is practically reduced to a minimum. In addition, the car will not lag behind the times in terms of being equipped with various options or security systems. In this regard, Priora or any other car also undergoes modernization over time.

Lada Granta entered the market as an alternative to the outdated Zhiguli classics - the VAZ-2105 and 2107 models. In 2011, a car appeared that brought a fresh spirit to the AvtoVAZ line. During its production, the car received several body types:

1. At the beginning of 2011, a sedan version of the car appeared.
2. In mid-2012, the first car with a hatchback body, or rather a liftback, was released.

The updated appearance and popularity of the model in a successful body type (liftback) allow potential car owners to make their choice more confidently. At the same time, the most budget versions of the car are not in great demand because they look rustic.

Transformations affecting the chassis and body components

The manufacturer made every effort to eradicate the flaws inherent in the sedan.

The Lada Granta configurations in the “Standard” and “Norma” versions have acquired new settings in the suspension, where a special role is given to modified shock absorbers. The springs were carried over from the sedan. The suspension has become more suitable for country roads. Here passengers perceive bumps and potholes more comfortably.

The luxury equipment will delight you with a new suspension design, where a powerful stabilizer and rigid spring elements are located as a separate link. This solution is aimed at increasing stability and reducing amplitude during rolls.

Also, you should not ignore the gas-filled shock absorbers, which were previously equipped exclusively with LADA sports cars. The brake unit has increased responsiveness and information content due to the use of an updated vacuum booster.

The ground clearance has increased by 15mm, which will be especially gratifying for those who like to conquer off-road terrain.

If we compare, the design of the liftback does not imply the presence of a body-strengthening bulkhead located in the stern. The rigidity of the body frame was increased by strengthening the underbody and roof panel, as well as making adjustments to the design of the middle spar.

Exterior comparison

Traditionally, we start with the appearance. We look at the galaxy of options that are offered by the manufacturer’s design workshop. The Priora immediately evokes associations with a classic sedan, which slightly reveals the similarity of its lines with its predecessor. The body shape is more suited to the definition of “traditional” rather than “modern”.

Even despite the restyling performed in 2014, the body cannot be called revolutionary changed. The designers “made the Priora happy” with new headlights, bumpers and rear dimensions. The exterior has improved, but not significantly, although reviews from most owners of the new product are positive.

Much more significant changes have already been noticed in the interior. Just think about the use of materials from the “soft-look” line alone, thanks to which the interior acquired a richer look. But the previous problems did not go away, including the small size of the driver's seat cushion. The difference between the Granta is the larger amount of space inside the cabin. Only the plastic of the dashboard, which is not of the best quality, can spoil the picture.

The exterior should be noted separately. It is quite modern and not without its own style. The car body will delight you with its sweeping lines and graceful contours. From a distance, the model is indistinguishable from an expensive foreign car.

In this discipline, Grants had more advantages, but this is not a fact that this particular model is better.