Which is better: Lada Kalina 2 station wagon or Lada Largus

Car : Lada Largus, Lada Kalina. Asks : Netievsky Mikhail. Question : I can’t choose between the Kalina station wagon and the 5-seater Largus

Hello. I'm going to buy a car. The choice was between two models, I just can’t decide: Lada Kalina 2 station wagon or Largus 5 seats, which is better? Both models have good characteristics, but it would still be interesting to listen to the opinion of a specialist competent in this matter.

What are the main differences and the main question - which model is better?

Cost and options

Lada Largus is offered in 2022 in 3 standard trim levels.
These are the Standard, Norma and Lux ​​versions. But Largus Cross, like Kalina Cross, have a slightly different approach to equipment, offering more interesting configurations. Moreover, the cross-country version of Largus in Russia is sold only in one Luxury configuration. A regular Lada Largus station wagon costs from 555 thousand rubles for the basic configuration. It includes:

• driver's airbag;
• audio training;
• stamped wheels 15 inches;
• fabric upholstery;
• 3 headrests, etc.

For the intermediate configuration you will have to pay at least about 580 thousand rubles. Additionally, you will get a pair of electric windows, power steering, moldings, central locking and ABS.

In the top version, the car costs at least 610 thousand rubles, and for the modification with the most powerful engine, expect from 670 thousand and above. The additional payment for the 3rd row of seats is 25 thousand rubles. But there will be an airbag for the front passenger, foglights, a 4-speaker audio system, electric windows for all windows, etc.

Kalina is also available in 3 versions, which are called Classic, Comfort and Luxury. Kalina starts from 460 thousand rubles. But here it is already:

• driver airbag;
• 15-inch steel wheels;
• front electric windows;
• on-board computer;
• electric power steering;
• imm.obilizer;
• roof rails;
• electric mirrors;
• audio system with 4 speakers;
• ABS, EBD and BAS.

The Norma level equipment starts at 520 thousand rubles. Here you can get heated mirrors, electric drive for side mirrors, an alarm system, heated front seats, climate control, a good audio system, etc.

In its richest version, Lada Kalina has:

• 2 airbags;
• fog lights;
• rear power windows;
• multimedia system;
• alloy wheels;
• heated windshield, etc.

For this version you will have to pay about 600 thousand rubles.

Is it worth paying extra?

Most car enthusiasts have a certain stereotype that the more a car costs, the better it is. A Lada Largus Cross with a 105 horsepower engine and a manual transmission will cost the buyer 669 thousand rubles. If you need a seven-seat version of the Lada Largus Cross, you will have to pay 30 thousand rubles more. And here the question arises, is this a lot or a little, given that the crossover has quite good demand? After all, buyers even line up to become the owner of this car. And here the Lada Kalina Cross will look much more profitable, because The cost of this car is 495,800 rubles. And if, in addition, you purchase a robotic version of the transmission and a more powerful engine, you will have to pay an additional 20 thousand rubles.

Salon Largus Cross

Cost and options

Lada Largus is offered in 2022 in 3 standard trim levels. These are the Standard, Norma and Lux ​​versions. But Largus Cross, like Kalina Cross, have a slightly different approach to equipment, offering more interesting configurations. Moreover, the cross-country version of Largus in Russia is sold only in one Luxury configuration.

A regular Lada Largus station wagon costs from 555 thousand rubles for the basic configuration. It includes:

• driver's airbag;
• audio training;
• stamped wheels 15 inches;
• fabric upholstery;
• 3 headrests, etc.

For the intermediate configuration you will have to pay at least about 580 thousand rubles. Additionally, you will get a pair of electric windows, power steering, moldings, central locking and ABS.

In the top version, the car costs at least 610 thousand rubles, and for the modification with the most powerful engine, expect from 670 thousand and above. The additional payment for the 3rd row of seats is 25 thousand rubles. But there will be an airbag for the front passenger, foglights, a 4-speaker audio system, electric windows for all windows, etc.

Kalina is also available in 3 versions, which are called Classic, Comfort and Luxury. Kalina starts from 460 thousand rubles. But here it is already:

• driver airbag;
• 15-inch steel wheels;
• front electric windows;
• on-board computer;
• electric power steering;
• imm.obilizer;
• roof rails;
• electric mirrors;
• audio system with 4 speakers;
• ABS, EBD and BAS.

The Norma level equipment starts at 520 thousand rubles. Here you can get heated mirrors, electric drive for side mirrors, an alarm system, heated front seats, climate control, a good audio system, etc.

In its richest version, Lada Kalina has:

• 2 airbags;
• fog lights;
• rear power windows;
• multimedia system;
• alloy wheels;
• heated windshield, etc.

For this version you will have to pay about 600 thousand rubles.

Off-road test

As practice shows, off-road is a serious test for both the Lada Kalina Cross and the Lada Largus Cross. Mud obstacles also pose a serious problem for these cars. This is partly due to the fact that Kalina Cross and Largus Cross are station wagons and their ground clearance is raised slightly. But they also worked on the chassis of the cars and seriously changed their geometry, due to which both models acquired a more massive wheelbase. The ground clearance of the Lada Largus Cross is 21 cm, while the ground clearance of the Lada Kalina Cross is 18 cm. In principle, these dimensions are quite enough for a comfortable ride.

Transmission

Again, it is not clear who is better here... The latest releases of Grant's car receive a new manual gearbox with a cable mechanism, the same ones are planned to be installed on Kalina 2. The new gearbox is distinguished by good selectivity, absence of vibrations and ease of switching. Don't forget the fact that Kalina 2 and Granta will have the same Japanese automatic transmission. The automatic transmission from Jatco (a subsidiary of Nissan), although not the latest development, receives only positive reviews. Nissan Tiida cars are still supplied with this automatic transmission. Again it's a draw - our cars have the same gearbox.

Safety

There is no need to talk about modern passive and active safety systems here. Domestic cars initially do not have good safety, being inferior to many competitors in this component.

If we talk about Kalina, here you can already get a driver’s airbag, immobilizer, ABS system and power steering as standard. Although some people believe that power steering only affects comfort, in practice, the ability to quickly and easily turn the steering wheel has a significant impact on safety.

In this component, the Lada Largus is doing somewhat worse. The buyer does not receive an ABS system as standard. There is also no power steering. All this appears only with the second configuration in the hierarchy. But at least they decided to add a driver's airbag here.

Domestic cars do not pass crash tests at the Euro NCAP level. But you can hardly count on high ratings. Largus has a potentially more reliable body due to the use of a platform from Renault-Nissan. But here we are not talking about significant superiority over Kalina.

Judging by the basic configuration, Kalina is slightly ahead of Largus in terms of safety. In top equipment they are equal.

Advantages and disadvantages

Like all other cars, these models have their own characteristics, which have strengths and weaknesses. They are united by an affordable price and economical fuel consumption, but each of them has its own pros and cons.

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Advantages:

• good visibility due to a comfortable fit, as well as small dimensions;
• There is always a place for a compact car in the parking lot;
• low fuel consumption;
• the engine has a long service life, if necessary, you can count on a long voyage without consequences;
• good cross-country ability, if the car goes somewhere, then it will definitely come out;
• high strength suspension that can withstand strong impacts.

Flaws:

• noisy interior, especially noticeable when it rains;
• a good set of revolutions only up to a speed of 60 km per hour, then very slowly;
• noisy operation of the air conditioner.

Lada Kalina

Advantages:

• a fairly high lift of the car, which is 160 mm;
• large mirrors providing excellent visibility;
• high reliability, during the first 3 years of operation there are almost no problems;
• respectable appearance of the salon, color design is created according to all the rules of contrasts and combinations;
• cheap service.

Flaws:

• There is a small glove compartment and no auxiliary shelves in the cabin;
• small trunk dimensions;
• lack of air conditioning;
• vibration of the gearbox switch.

In general, each of the mentioned cars has its own advantages. But a comparative analysis of the advantages and disadvantages will allow everyone to make an informed decision.

Choosing a station wagon: Kalina 2 or Priora?

Agree that before buying a new car, each of us first weighs everything, evaluates and compares several models and only then buys. If we consider domestically produced station wagons, then at the moment there are 2 classic options from the entire model range that can compete with each other:

• Kalina 2nd generation station wagon
• Priora station wagon

Both cars are quite worthy of their choice, since the price for domestic consumers is more than humane. But what should you look at first if you still doubt your choice?

Luggage compartment capacity

Of course, a person who buys a station wagon hopes that the trunk of his car will be much larger than that of a hatchback or sedan, and in most cases it is this factor that plays a decisive role. If you choose a vehicle based on only one parameter, then your car is a Priora, since it is longer than the Kalina 2 in the same body and it will fit more cargo.

If we talk about the Kalina station wagon, even representatives of AvtoVAZ often say that in fact this type of body can be called a full-fledged hatchback.

Interior capacity and ease of movement

Here. oddly enough, on the contrary, Kalina 2 wins, since despite its small appearance, there is much more space in the cabin than in the Priora. Tall drivers will especially feel this. If in Kalina you can sit quietly and nothing will get in the way, then in Priora, with a similar landing, your knees will rest against the steering wheel. Agree that such movement cannot be called comfortable and convenient.

This also applies to passengers; the Priora is a little cramped for both front and rear passengers. Therefore, in this comparison, Kalina 2 turned out to be the favorite.

Comparison of power units and dynamic characteristics

I think many already know that recently, both the new 2nd generation Kalinas and Prioras began to be equipped with engines with a power of 106 horsepower, which go under the designation VAZ 21127. That is, this engine is installed on both another car.

The same applies to the old ICE 21126, which is also present on both cars. But there is one important advantage that must be given to the new product. Kalina 2 has a version with an automatic gearbox, but Priora does not yet have one.

As for maximum speed, Priora wins here a little thanks to its better body aerodynamics, but it accelerates slower with the same engine by 0.5 seconds.

Let's sum it up

If you are a fan of a more relaxed ride and a very large trunk is not an urgent need for you, then it goes without saying that the Kalina 2 is best for you, especially if you want to feel more spacious behind the wheel.

If the size of the luggage compartment and higher speed come first for you, then without hesitation you can look at the Lada Priora. But still, everyone must decide for themselves what they like best, as they say, and not look at tests and reviews...

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The new product from AvtoVAZ has already gained sufficient popularity. She is capable of trying to lure buyers of models that occupy a completely different niche in the market. Trying to understand which is better than Lada Vesta or Lada Largus, corresponding comparisons of appearance, dynamics and interior were made. The comparison may not look correct, but since the models are produced by the same representative, there is sufficient reason to compare them. "What to choose?" – this question is quite appropriate for car enthusiasts.

Chevrolet Niva is a wonderful SUV with universal functions

If you want to buy a car for traveling, not only off-road, but also on asphalt, it is best to choose a Chevrolet Niva. This car is equipped with a fairly modern design, as well as technology that makes driving on a normal road quite comfortable. Undoubtedly, in relation to all of the above, you can find a huge number of disadvantages, however, it is worth taking into account the cost of the car, as well as making a discount on domestic production. In this simple way, these same disadvantages can simply be written off.

Most Chevrolet Niva owners chose this car because they were pleasantly surprised by its appearance. Indeed, the interior of this car inspires confidence and amazes with its spaciousness literally at first sight. In this regard, only at the acquaintance stage the car leaves a good impression and invites further inspection, as well as purchase.

• The Chevrolet Niva engine was taken from the good old Niva and produces 1.7 liters, with 80 horsepower. However, some manipulations were made to it, as a result of which the engine became more modified;
• The engine loves to be revved up. This state of affairs was achieved due to good torque;
• Fuel consumption, in comparison with other SUVs, is quite high and reaches 14 liters during city driving. Nevertheless, the car feels quite confident in an urban environment;
• The Chevrolet Niva has such necessary SUV functions as permanent all-wheel drive, forced locking of the transfer case, and a locking differential;
• there is an independent suspension in front and a dependent suspension in the rear;
• When driving off-road, the car handles confidently.

All of the above features of the car make it comfortable for any ride. Therefore, if you need a car for driving not only off-road, but also for long trips on the highway, you can safely purchase a Chevrolet Niva. This car model has quite a wide range of capabilities for a comfortable, and most importantly, safe ride. True, the concept of “comfort” here is very relative, used only for comparison with other domestic SUVs.

Interior and trunk

You won’t see anything interesting, modern or unusual inside Largus. Not surprising, because the car was built on the basis of the first Logan and adopted from it not only all its strengths, but also a number of shortcomings.

The salon is simple, but quite comfortable. There are a lot of complaints regarding ergonomics. The dashboard is laconic, easy to read, and the on-board computer is quite informative. The steering wheel is usually devoid of various buttons. There are also minimal controls on the center console. Even in the database you will not see the simplest radio tape recorder, in place of which in the first two versions there will be plastic plugs.

Salon of the Lada Largus station wagon

Largus received a fabric interior, complemented by hard and inexpensive plastic. There are some decorative inserts, but they do not significantly save the situation.

In front there are seats with a flat profile, there is practically no lateral support. If you take the top configuration, then you can adjust the lumbar support and control the elevator from the driver's seat. But the Largus has more than enough space in the back. And in all directions. Even the back row can comfortably accommodate adult passengers. The only negative is the inconvenience of landing in the gallery.

If you take the seven-seater version of the Lada Largus, there will be only 135 liters of free space left for the luggage compartment. By removing the third row or purchasing a 5-seater option, the trunk will increase to 560 liters. With the seats folded, loading capacity reaches 2350 liters. The trunk opens using a pair of asymmetrical doors.

The interior decoration of the Lada Kalina station wagon completely replicates the interior of the hatchback. Therefore, here you will see a fairly large steering wheel, an informative and stylish dashboard. In expensive trim levels, the center console is decorated with a color display. There are also blocks responsible for controlling music and climate control equipment.

Salon of the Lada Kalina station wagon

The interior is made mainly of cheap materials and hard plastic. Although everything is implemented quite well. The salon clearly looks more modern and richer than that of Largus.

The front seats are relatively comfortable, although there is no noticeable lateral support. A wide range of adjustments allows you to adjust the seats to drivers and passengers of different weights and heights. The rear sofa can comfortably accommodate 2 adult passengers during long trips. For short trips, three people can sit together. The sofa is not particularly well thought out, but there are no significant complaints about it.

The Kalina's cargo hold can accommodate 355 liters of luggage. Folding the rear row increases the space to only 670 liters.

Let's summarize the preliminary results. In terms of external parameters, Kalina wins. The interior is better thought out, the ergonomics are superior to the competitor, plus the Kalina looks more modern and interesting inside.

But from a practical standpoint, Largus takes the lead. This is a car with a huge trunk, increased capacity for passengers, and plenty of space in front and behind. It makes sense to buy Kalina for the city and for a family of 2-4 people. If you need a car for a large family, including the need to frequently transport a significant amount of luggage, take Largus.

These are preliminary results that do not make it possible to finally choose between the Lada Largus or the Kalina 2 station wagon.

general information

Lada Kalina Cross looks much brighter against the background of Lada Largus Cross, if you compare their appearance. The body color is mainly orange, however, the car enthusiast, based on his own desires, can choose any other of the nine proposed colors, for example, blue or gray. As for the interior space, it looks less bright. Basically, there are the same orange inserts that are located on the black panel. However, in the future it will probably be possible to make the trim in other colors, for example, gray or red.

The updated version of Lada Kalina Cross introduced a new driver's seat. The Kalina Cross model boasts its own seats, which have a unique structure and special filling. The seats turned out to be much more elastic, although previously it was uncomfortable for drivers to sit in them due to the large bolsters inside the cushions. Now the rollers have been slightly reduced in size for convenience. Car enthusiasts also often reproach Kalina Cross for a simple plastic boot, because instead of it there should have been a steel crater protection, and for the excessively noisy operation of the transmission, which distracts while driving.

If you look at the Lada Largus Cross, then this car has an orange interior trim. On this car, the orange color looks more relaxed; in addition, a pleasant surprise will be the high-quality seat upholstery, which contains personalized stitching in the English style. Because of these details, the Largus Cross is often compared to the legendary Bentley car, which also uses unique ornaments. Otherwise, the car is in dire need of improvement, especially its interior, because... its interior is very similar in the composition of parts to the first generation Renault Logan.

Which car should I buy?

Many car enthusiasts are wondering: what is better to take, Lada Kalina or Lada Granta. Both cars are reliable, high quality, have good equipment and performance characteristics. Which car is better to take depends on the preferences and financial status of the person.

If a comfortable ride and rich functionality come first, then you should buy Kalina 2. If your budget is limited and you need to buy an inexpensive car, then you should choose the Lada Granta. Such a car has better chassis potential. Fans of fast driving should also choose this model: the car is more playful and accelerates faster. Those who value fuel economy should buy Kalina 2.

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Design

The 2022 Lada Kalina Cross in the new “plastic camouflage” received the following changes: increased ground clearance (+ 23 mm), larger wheel rims (+ 7 mm), modernized chassis (+ 16 mm), expanded wheelbase (+ 4 mm). The rest of the appearance was left the same, but the Lada Kalina Cross still looks stylish in the photo and the prices for the car remained almost the same.

Exterior

The Lada Kalina Cross in the new body remains as familiar as usual. The car's suspension, tires, door sills, door and wheel arches were changed, crankcase protection and gas-filled struts were installed, but the car company did not consider it necessary to change the radiator grille, bumper, shape of light lights, etc. The photo of the Lada Kalina Cross shows that the car remains in the same, familiar image.

Electronics operation

You can also learn a lot of interesting things about it by reading owner reviews of the Lada-Kalina (station wagon) with photos.

The operation of the air conditioner deserves special attention. Firstly, when you turn it on, you get the feeling that an anchor has been dropped on the asphalt. Management becomes more difficult. Because of this, many turn it on only in weather in which it is impossible without it.

Secondly, the air conditioning works very poorly. Thirdly, in order for it to somehow cope with its task, you need to regularly change the cabin filter, charge it with refrigerant and clean it.

You can also find many comments about the operation of the stove. Here the situation is better. The interior warms up quickly and well, but there is one thing. Side windows become chronically cloudy at temperatures below -20°C. And if in cold weather you direct the air in some other direction, the side mirrors are also lost. So you won’t be able to warm the windows and your feet at the same time. And the stove only works well at outside temperatures down to -30 °C.

Other reviews

Against the background of the constant appearance of new cars on the world market, the Lada Vesta of the 2015 model year is not such a new product. However, it can still be considered the discovery of the Russian car market thanks to its very modern appearance and well-thought-out technical “stuffing”. The sedan's exterior was designed by ex-Mercedes-Benz and Volvo designer Steve Mattin, and was among the first people lucky enough to sit in it.

The raised cross-country hatchback Lada Xray, which AvtoVAZ dubbed a crossover for advertising purposes, is called by many the highest quality model of the domestic manufacturer, and there is indeed reason for this. Firstly, there is an abundance of high quality imported parts, and secondly, this car has decent ground clearance and a proprietary 1.8-liter engine.

Cars nowadays don't work on anything. There are even hydrogen ones that literally “live” on fuel cells. Water is, of course, good and incredibly environmentally friendly, but it is still painfully unpopular and expensive to implement. Is it compressed natural gas or, as it is also called, methane in a cylinder, like the new version of Lada Vesta CNG (Compressed Natural Gas)! A gas sedan is cheaper.

5- and 7-seater Lada Largus station wagons appeared on the Russian market in 2012, becoming a kind of continuation of the cheapest Renault Logan model, only under the auspices of a domestic manufacturer. As you might guess, the Logan-like Largus turned out to be the first Lada car built on the basis of the budget B0 platform, on the basis of which a number of Lada, Renault and Nissan models were designed.

If the image doesn’t bother you, you like the ground clearance, like a jeep, and in addition, you’ll admire the large capacity in the form of a 5/7-seater interior and a huge trunk, and “not expensive” - that’s all, we’ve arrived. Yes, not on anything, but on a raised Lada Largus with a talking Cross prefix and, of course, DNA from Renault Logan. This model, first presented to Russians in 2015, has no competitors.

The domestic auto industry never ceases to amaze. For example: when the Russian press first said that AvtoVAZ was preparing a “sports” version of the second Lada Kalina in a hatchback body, it was more difficult to get a new product for a test drive than another Bentley or Mercedes. Amazing, right? For VAZ people there is nothing special about this: not many significant new products are released after all.

What is a 3- or 5-door Lada 4×4 with the Urban prefix? Some kind of supernova Niva? In relation to an off-road passenger car from the glorious city of Togliatti, these words smack of piercing irony. New, of course - it’s been around for almost 40 years, of which 10 years the model has not been called Niva. But somehow I can’t seem to forget about my “maiden name”... So, what does “urban” promise?

Many fans of the AvtoVAZ model series know that the Kalina Cross was created on the basis of the Kalina 2 station wagon. Car enthusiasts are still arguing whether this was a rational decision, and how much the two cars differ from each other. To be honest, the appearance of the VAZ-21946 (aka Kalina Cross) immediately shows that the car is clearly an all-terrain vehicle. But is that really where the differences end? Let's look into this issue by comparing: Kalina 2 and Kalina Cross.

Summary

When choosing, you should take into account the above differences between cars. It is also necessary to select a machine in accordance with the conditions in which it is planned to be used.

There are situations when the buyer does not have a large amount of money and even the Renault Duster turns out to be beyond his means. But if you really want to buy a crossover, then, undoubtedly, you need to pay attention to the products of the automobile plant, which is located in the city of Tolyatti. AvtoVAZ designers met motorists halfway and decided to increase the ground clearance on the Lada Kalina Cross and Lada Largus Cross. Below we will provide a detailed analysis of all the features of these two cars so that the consumer can choose the best model for himself.

Brother or rival?

Lada Largus and Lada Largus Cross

Summarize. If you want a little better ride and comfort, or if you need to regularly wade through fields and small bushes without damaging the body, take the Largus Cross. If every penny counts, a station wagon will do - it’s both cheaper and a little more economical to operate. By the way, Largus without the Cross prefix is ​​also available with an eight-valve engine that can be fed with 92-octane gasoline. But the 102-horsepower sixteen-valve engine installed on the test cars is designed for 95-octane gasoline.

As for sales statistics, of the 26,460 Largus sold in 11 months of 2022, 50% of sales were the regular Largus. Another 30% of buyers preferred the Cross version, and the remaining 20% ​​chose the van.

Sale of Niva

We ourselves had absolutely no idea how much we could sell our car for, considering that it is 18 years old, there are all sorts of irregularities in the body and, here and there it barely works, here and there)))

At most, we thought that it could be handed over under the recycling program in order to be added to the purchase of some other car. Those. In terms of cost, we estimated it to be quite inexpensive.

Yura found advantages for our car: the only owners, no rust on the body, in its original paint, and without any serious breakdowns: the car drove and drove, and very cheerfully!

Having completely trusted him, we gave him the keys and began to wait) We didn’t have to wait long, after washing it, putting it in order and eliminating minor faults, after the photo shoot the car was put up for sale, much more expensive than we expected, and buyers were found on the same day!

Wonderful ordinary people, the whole family came to see the car, they just wanted a cheap Niva to drive to their dacha. We sold them our swallow)

The car is sold, money is burning in my pocket :))

Cost of Lada Kalina and Lada Cross

An important role in choosing between Lada Kalina and Lada Cross is played by the cost of these 2 cars. The second model costs 30,000 rubles more, and this difference, according to experts, is really justified:

• larger wheels made of light metal;
• off-road powerful body kit;
• decent ground clearance;
• improved suspension;
• Beautiful design;
• best transmission.

Against this background, Kalina seems inexplicably expensive - the cost is more than half a million rubles. But don’t forget about the automatic transmission, exquisite luxury equipment, comfortable temperature control and, most importantly, the stabilization system. Foreign cars with the same characteristics from other manufacturers are much more expensive.

If we put aside the money issue, any driver will give preference to the Cross. After all, with a crossover you get the following advantages in using transport:

• good maneuverability on different terrain;
• non-standard “appearance”, bright and rich in a youthful way;
• good quality suspension;
• drive when driving at high speeds.

Compared to the Cross, the Lada Kalina is a little old, and even the 16-valve engine could not save the situation.

Salon and trunk

Since Largus is an adapted variation of the Dacia Logan MCV station wagon, its interior is strikingly reminiscent of Logan’s. Of course, all the flaws in ergonomics migrated here: the location of the power window control buttons was not on the doors, but on the center console, the rear ones also managed to be shoved between the driver and passenger seats, the sound signal was placed on the steering column switch. Finally, the button for turning on the heated seats is hidden so that you can only find it by touch. Finally, the windshield washer button is located separately from the wiper button.

However, compared to other Lada models, the Largus interior looks more modern and comfortable. Only those who have previously driven a foreign car, and of a higher class, will be dejected.

Lada Largus salon

The station wagon is available in two forms: five- and seven-seater. The back of the third row sofa, like that of the Romanian progenitor, folds and is removed in the same way. The pillow itself is located quite low, so it’s even more comfortable to sit here than in front. At the station wagon. Unlike the sedan, the rear of the car is not narrowed vertically, so the gallery will be comfortable for tall passengers. This is facilitated by its own cup holders and the presence of an air duct to the feet from the climate system. In addition, the rear windows also open, which is rare for station wagons. Sitting in the third row is not as comfortable as we would like, but nothing can be done about it.

If desired, the backrest of the third row can be lowered (fully or half) or removed altogether using just two latches. In principle, the same operation can be performed for the second row, but here you will need a wrench. But the size of the luggage compartment will increase to 2540 liters.

The interior of the Lada Granta station wagon is practically no different from that of the sedan, characterized by a very attractive and modern design, carefully thought-out ergonomics and good build quality. However, the finishing materials here are frankly cheap, and the back row of seats will be a bit cramped for three adults of large build.

Salon of Lada Granta

With the rear seat folded down, the luggage compartment volume will increase from 360 to 670 liters. Hidden under the trunk floor is a set of essential tools and a full-size spare tire.

Exterior

Externally, the cars look as if they came from different eras, and this comparison is by no means in favor of Lagrus.

Its straight lines in the front, contoured headlights, round foglights, a sloping hood, the black “mouth” of the radiator grille, which is intersected only by one wide chrome strip, the utilitarian air intake mesh - all this would have been out of place 10, or even 15 years ago, but not now.

The front of the Lada Largus is simple and uncomplicated, like the whole car.

In profile, the impressions are about the same. Everything is overly old-fashioned. Smooth door lines, simple rims, simple stampings and small body overhangs. All this looks quite harmonious, but not modern. Only the moldings on the door panels brighten up the picture somewhat.

From the side the picture is the same. And only black moldings somehow dilute this grayness.

The rear, with its sliding rear door format, large windows, elongated stops, as well as a low and narrow bumper, only confirms the first impression.

Behind Largus everything is in the same format - no revelations.

Whether it's Lada Vesta! Catchy design, smooth transitions of body lines and other essential attributes of a modern car.

The front end is memorable for the brilliant curves of the lines of the letter “X”, setting off the blackness of the radiator grille, which imperceptibly turns into the air intake. The faceted optics look no less impressive, as do the fog lights, “settled” below, in stylish seats.

The front of the Lada Vesta is much more aggressive. The speed in him is overflowing.

The tilted silhouette of the car from the side is no less impressive. on the sidewalls, the split spokes of the wheel rims, the slightly tilted roof, the feet climbing onto the rear fenders and other elements are immediately remembered.

Vesta looks no worse from the side, regardless of color.

Vesta looks no less impressive from behind. Large letters formed into the word “LADA”, trunk lid, feet, bumper – all this looks organic, creating one complete ensemble!

It is gratifying that the designers worked with no less persistence on the appearance of the stern of the LADA Vesta.

Kalina vs Priora: selection criteria

Priora is a stylish car

Among passenger cars, Lada Kalina and Lada Priora are enjoying great success.

For a person who knows exactly what he wants to buy at a car dealership, the question of which is better - Kalina or Priora - is unacceptable. However, for many citizens this topic is very pressing.

There will always be supporters of one or another brand who will be able to give thousands of reasons for the purpose of obtaining a certain passenger car.

In this regard, comparing our VAZs and foreign cars will lead to nothing. The Russian auto industry has nothing to offer in its defense. But within the Russian industry, the battle between Priora and Kalina is in full swing - neither car plans to concede. Any car deserves attention and a chance to win.

When choosing Kalina or Lada Priora, you need to weigh the advantages and disadvantages of the brands and carefully study all the criteria. For comparison, it is better to take modifications with similar bodywork and configuration.

A Kalina in its basic configuration costs about 300 thousand, you can’t even buy the best ordinary foreign car for this amount of money, just a Chinese one, which is not far from the Lada in quality.

Obviously, we are talking only about the latest car.

If you compare cars by price, then Kalina is significantly cheaper. The difference in cost when purchasing a luxury car Kalina station wagon or a Priora station wagon is almost 115 thousand rubles. This amount is very large for the small size, busy Priora differs from Kalina.

Luggage compartments

As for the Lada Kalina Cross, in terms of luggage compartment capacity this car does not look the best. The luggage compartment volume is only 366 liters, and it is not possible to remove the third row of seats. The interior space of the cabin, although it has some interesting details, but, in general, there is a lot missing, for example, such a basic thing as a mezzanine, which should be located under the ceiling of the car. Certain problems also arise when folding the second row of seats, because To do this, you will have to unfasten the headrest clamps, remove the pillows and, in addition, bring the front seats as close as possible. Lada Largus Cross, in turn, will not force the driver to engage in such manipulations, because in the case of this car, the seats fold out quickly, neatly and without acrobatic tricks.