What is the ground clearance of the Lada Kalina Cross (+ ways to increase ground clearance)

Do-it-yourself modifications and tuning of Lada Kalina 2

The interior lighting of Kalina 2 is bright enough to find the door handles or remove the key from the ignition when leaving the car. But getting into the cabin will be much more convenient if additional floor lighting is implemented.

Comfort inside a car is determined by many factors, one of them is interior lighting. In this article we will tell you how to implement lighting for the round heater deflectors of the Lada Granta and Kalina 2nd generation.

The noise from the road and wheels is the main one, so to increase comfort in the car interior, the first step is to soundproof the floor. Do you know how to install additional sound insulation on the Kalina 2 floor?

To better indicate the vehicle when braking, an additional brake light is installed. There are many ways to install such lights, and in this article we will look at how to illuminate the reflectors in the Kalina 2 bumper.

Needless to say, the multifunction steering wheel is a very useful option and is installed on many foreign cars, even in the line of inexpensive cars. Why AvtoVAZ does not want to install a multifunction steering wheel on VAZ remains a mystery. However, if you have a non-standard radio on board, you can easily install the buttons on the steering wheel yourself.

The standard radio of the 2nd generation Kalina or Lada Granta is significantly different from the head units (GU) of previous cars. The large touch screen makes it look like a foreign car radio, however, its functionality is poor. But you can expand the capabilities of the radio with a simple operation.

ASPHALT

Already on the highway, the Cross can pleasantly surprise those who have driven front-wheel drive Ladas. The source of joy is the pendant! Dense, energy-intensive, but not shaking. And most importantly, there is no traditional rattling noise when driving over small irregularities and other characteristic sounds of a front-wheel drive VAZ chassis. Gas-filled struts with upgraded rebound buffers, reduced internal friction and original valve settings do their job.

The upholstery doesn't bother you with squeaking either. Of course, the noise hasn’t gone away completely: the winter tires itch, the engine grumbles, the gearbox whines. The transmission noise is not very annoying, but now stands out clearly against the general quiet background.

The regular station wagon is the complete opposite. Transmission noise is minimal, largely thanks to the Jatco automatic transmission. But the suspension is talkative, like in the good old days of all front-wheel drive VAZs. It is also quite dense, but still softer than Cross. On uneven surfaces, a slight sway of the body from bow to stern is noticeable, which we did not notice in the Cross. And the interior was upset by an inexplicable clattering sound in the rear door area, although the car is brand new. Inconsistent build quality?

We imitated typical roads of the Russian outback at the Dmitrovsky driving range - there was plenty of compacted snow and bare ice there. The eight-valve Kalina Cross in the “Norma” configuration and with a manual gearbox is addressed to those who do not need electronic assistants. The only such benefit is the anti-lock braking system.

I liked the performance of ABS on icy surfaces both in general and in particular. Imagine a long descent. One of the most unpleasant situations for a front-wheel drive car in these conditions is locked drive (also steered) wheels and a stalled engine (the gear is on!). On a Cross with ABS, you don’t need to delicately dose the force on the brake pedal: press it and that’s it, the car won’t turn into an uncontrollable projectile. Otherwise, “Cross” provides freedom in the entire speed range. Those who know how can also ride in slides; fortunately, the Cross handles well.

The engine, which is not the most structurally advanced in modern times, allows you to drive under pressure without slipping. Let's say, on a slippery six percent climb, you can start the car, immediately tuck into second gear and crawl up almost at idle speed. The main thing is not to press on the gas, so as not to cause the wheels to slip.

But just Kalina with a 16-valve engine and an automatic transmission has in this case an electronic stabilization system combined with traction control - this is the prerogative of cars in the maximum “Lux” configuration (on more modestly equipped versions there is only ABS). No delicate throttling is required here. Switch to Drive and step on the gas pedal. The electronics will do everything itself, and the car will crawl up the hill without slipping. But it won’t allow you to frolic in sliding at high speeds. You can turn off ESP, but at a speed of 50 km/h it will automatically turn on again. Therefore, during intense acceleration with ESP turned off, do not forget that the electronics waking up at 50 km/h can sharply cut off traction on the wheels.

Country paths and virgin snow, as expected, put “Cross” in the lead. It is taller and better protected from below. In these conditions, a manual gearbox, a 3.9 main pair and an engine with acceptable traction at low speeds are what you need. You can move through loose snow with even throttle, almost under pressure. Where there is more snow, you accelerate a little and scratch further with a slight slip - the Cross confidently crawls forward.

Stuck? It’s not difficult to jump back using the old-fashioned method of swinging. Small twigs, branches, and hard crust are not a problem: the black plastic body kit protects the sills and bumpers well from scratches. The tight suspension instills confidence that the car will not nosedive or hit an obstacle at the most inopportune moment.

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1 Topic by Verty 2014-05-23 13:10:27

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Topic: Lada Vesta body rigidity

According to some reports, the torsional rigidity of the Lada Vesta body will reach 15,000 Nm/deg.

Is this a lot or a little, with what to compare?

2 Reply from Jerry 2014-05-23 13:37:49

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Re: Lada Vesta body rigidity

The Lada Granta has a torsional rigidity of about 10,800 Nm/deg.

3 Reply from admin 2014-05-23 13:56:42

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Re: Lada Vesta body rigidity

15000 Nm/deg is a very good indicator

For example, other VAZ models:

VAZ-2105 sedan 7300VAZ-2106 sedan 6500VAZ-2107 sedan 7200VAZ-21083 3-door hatchback 8200VAZ-21093 5-door hatchback 6800VAZ-21099 sedan 5500VAZ-2115 sedan 5500VA Z-2110 sedan 8000VAZ-21102 sedan 8400VAZ-2111 station wagon 7400VAZ-21106 sedan 12200VAZ-21213 Niva 3-door hatchback 8900VAZ-2131 Niva 5-door hatchback 7400VAZ-2123 new Niva 5-door hatchback 12000VAZ-2120 Nadezhda 4-door minivan 10000

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Re: Lada Vesta body rigidity

For comparison, some foreign cars:

Audi TT Coupe - 19,000 Nm/degBMW E36 Touring - 10,900 Nm/degBMW X5 (2004) - 23,100 Nm/degBMW E90 - 22,500 Nm/degFord Mustang 2005 - 21,000 Nm/degPorsche 911 Turbo (2000) - 13,500 Nm/degVolvo S60 - 20,000 Nm/degAudi A2 — 11,900 Nm/degAudi A8 — 25,000 Nm/degFord Focus 3d — 19,600 Nm/degFord Focus 5d — 17,900 Nm/deg

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Re: Lada Vesta body rigidity

What does this rigidity actually give? It seems to me that all these numbers are announced purely for marketing purposes.

6 Reply from Roller 2014-06-09 11:59:56

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Re: Lada Vesta body rigidity

What does this rigidity actually give?

Well, it affects the passability on uneven sections of roads, and as we know, many Vestas will be bought by people from the provinces, where the roads are all bad. That is, your body will not stupidly warp on bumps and holes

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Re: Lada Vesta body rigidity

Well, it affects the maneuverability on uneven road sections

How? On the contrary, then, according to the logic, a car with a softer body will be more passable, the chkuzov will warp, and the wheels will reach the ground when hanging diagonally.

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How? On the contrary, then, according to the logic, a car with a softer body will be more passable, the chkuzov will warp, and the wheels will reach the ground when hanging diagonally.

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How? On the contrary, then, according to the logic, a car with a softer body will be more passable, the chkuzov will warp, and the wheels will reach the ground when hanging diagonally.

Is the body warping? After the diagonal, it will become askew, but on the highway it won’t get back up, so you’ll have fun kilometers in a slanted car

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Re: Lada Vesta body rigidity

This is all in theory, but in practice the metal may be different, softer and not of such quality, or when fine-tuning the body reinforcements they will decide to save money

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Re: Lada Vesta body rigidity

What does this rigidity actually give? It seems to me that all these numbers are announced purely for marketing purposes.

Here's the hp. Just marketing, it is more correct to measure engine power in kW. Regarding the rigidity of the body, it gives: 1) when hanging diagonally, the ability to freely open and close the doors (mostly for SUVs). 2) better behavior in corners

This is all in theory, but in practice the metal may be different, softer and not of such quality, or when fine-tuning the body reinforcements they will decide to save money

Worldwide conspiracy theory? The car body is designed by an engineer and when trying to replace one metal with another it can lead to: 1) poor-quality welded joints and, as a result, rapid destruction of welds and points with subsequent destruction of the body into parts. 2) loss of controllability, the car may begin to play in turns 3 ) to the destruction of the body when driving on uneven roads

Review of the new body

The fashion for all-terrain station wagons, as expected, has reached the Russian market, so experts called the appearance of Grants with increased ground clearance only a matter of time.

The first sales of the 2022 model year Lada Granta Cross will begin at dealerships on June 12. How is the domestic auto industry ready to surprise us this time?

The designers of the Grant Cross 2022 managed to raise the new car body above the road with the help of a modernized suspension, while maintaining the usual layout: a semi-independent beam at the rear and McPherson struts on the front axle.

The size range of tires has also partially changed: the cross version will be equipped with 195/55 R15 tires. The range of power plants for this model will traditionally remain modest: a 1.6-liter eight-valve 87-horsepower gasoline engine and a sixteen-valve engine with increased power (106 hp)

Both options are available with manual and automatic transmissions: either a 5-speed manual transmission or a five-speed AMT robot.

A pleasant surprise for owners of an automatic transmission will be the presence of the long-awaited creeping mode, in which the Lada Granta Cross 2019 will start moving when the brake pedal is released.

There is also an additional – sport mode of the gearbox, which provides faster switching from one gear to another.

Exterior

It's no secret that all new station wagon modifications of the Grant family are former Kalinas with a Vesta-style front end design. Accordingly, the Lada Granta Cross 2022 inherited a new radiator grille, a new bumper, optics and chrome inserts characteristic of the X-style.

The fact that we are not just dealing with a station wagon will be evidenced only by wider moldings on the sides of the body, a black trim on the trunk lid and a generally more developed protective body kit, which will not be painted in the color of the new body.

By the way, the color range includes 9 types of colors, including the popular orange Aurum.

Interior

The interior design of the Lada Granta Cross 2022 model year is completely borrowed from Kalina, as was done for all restyled Granta sedans and liftbacks.

Small changes can be found only in the area of ​​the central air ducts with two stylish decorative inserts, and the instrument panel, the rims of which are framed in orange.

The designers of the Lada Granta Cross 2022 also replaced the padding material of all seats, making them less susceptible to fatigue deformation, and significantly increased the size of the armrests.

The general style of the interior design is determined by the usual contrasting inserts on the upholstery and steering wheel, and an ERA-GLONASS activation button has appeared on the interior ceiling.

The luggage compartment of the Lada Granta Cross is characterized by sufficient capacity given the overall compact dimensions of the car: 355 and 670 liters with the backrests of the rear sofa not folded and folded, respectively.

Technical stuffing

AvtoVAZ traditionally focuses on the budget and practicality of its equipment, so buyers will not be able to find the latest achievements in automotive electronics or acoustics in the cross-version.

At the same time, the 2022 Lada Granta Cross is a car that fully complies with modern safety standards established by Russian and European laws.

This predetermined not only the appearance of the ERA-GLONASS emergency warning system in the station wagon, but also frontal airbags for the driver and front passenger.

Among other standard options of the Lada Granta Cross 2022 are:

• heated windshield, which will appeal to car owners who operate equipment in conditions of high negative temperatures;
• audio system with hands-free function;
• driver's seat adjustment within a range of 40 mm;
• rear parking sensors;
• HSA system for easier starting on steep hills;
• stability control system

Pressure in Lada wheels in winter

In winter and summer, the pressure inside the tire changes due to environmental temperature changes. For example, in the summer, when it is very hot, the air inside the tire heats up and its volume increases. Therefore, the wheels need to be slightly underinflated, about 0.3 atmospheres.

It is very important where exactly the car is located. If it is in a warm room, then when measuring pressure the pressure gauge will show optimal readings. But if you go outside in the cold, the tire performance will drop by about 0.4 Bar. And the car will already be driving on underinflated tires, and this is unsafe. Therefore, you should inflate the wheels in the garage and slightly increase the standard values, since they fall in the cold.

Fans of the Lada Kalina station wagon often do not think about changes in tire pressure at different times of the year. For such cars, the optimal indicators are 2.2 atmospheres on the wheels of the front axle, and 2.3 on the rear. Most drivers agree with these recommendations from the manufacturer and do not report severe discomfort while driving.

But in winter, many people deviate from these standards. In cold weather, the front tires are inflated to 2.0 Bar, and the rear tires to 2.2 Bar. This takes into account that the tires on the car are factory. If the car is re-shod with wide-profile tires, the pressure readings increase.

Kalina

The Lada Vesta sedan has a greater maximum load capacity than the previous model. The load capacity index is up to 615 kilograms. The instructions indicate pressure parameters equal to 2.1 atmospheres, both for the front and rear wheels.

As the load increases, the rear wheels are pumped up to 2.2 bar. Such indicators are typical for tires R15 and R16. But in winter it is better to keep the pressure within 2.2 Bar. The manufacturer recommends measuring the amount of air in the tire at least once a week. And also such an event must be carried out before a long trip.

Fans of the Largus model should know that the atmospheric performance in this car is higher than in the previous models under consideration. The pressure in Largus wheels for tires R14 and R15 is 2.4 Bar on the front axle, and 2.6 on the rear. But owners of such cars note that with such parameters the car drives very hard, so they often underestimate the recommended readings.

At the same time, there is no significant wear of the rubber. But you shouldn’t get carried away with underestimation, as this can lead to a lot of problems. If the driver is a fan of fast driving, then lowering the pressure by 1.0 Bar will be quite justified. The rubber heats up at high speed, and the volume of air increases, so such a decrease will not affect it.

New Lada: LADA Vesta › Prices and options

How to change the appearance of a car

The easiest way to tune the appearance of the Lada Kalina Cross is to use accessories that are sold in large quantities in car stores. They are easy to install on Kalina Cross yourself.

Among them are various designs:

The use of lensed optics will not be superfluous. To complete the image of the new Kalina Cross, replacing the factory wheels with original alloy wheels, which will emphasize the aerodynamic lines of the body, will help.

Interior tuning

Tuning the interior of the Lada Kalina Cross, as a rule, begins with replacing noise and sound insulation

This is all the more important if you plan to install high-quality sound radio equipment

When updating the interior, experienced specialists advise using:

The comfort of the driver and passengers will also be improved by replacing the standard seats with sports seats. Of course, the number of seats in the back will decrease, but the interior will become more comfortable.

Designers from specialized tuning studios can also replace the interior trim, using high-quality materials (plastic, fabric, leather) for its finishing. Often the color unity of the body and interior does not leave the proper aesthetic impression. And here professionals can have their say.

Replacing the standard steering wheel with a sports steering wheel gives the interior a sporty look. It will significantly improve the driving comfort of the Kalina Cross and the aesthetic perception of the interior. At the same time, the sports steering wheel fits optimally into the overall style of the Lada Kalina Cross car.

If the owner of Kalina Cross is accustomed to luxury, then you can equip the interior with inserts in the color of, for example, mahogany. By replacing the plastic upholstery with fabric upholstery the color of old wine and complementing it with gilded fittings and a fragrance with the smell of expensive cognac and smoking sandalwood, you can satisfy any requirements of any, the most demanding and capricious customer.

Engine chip tuning

Chip tuning of the power unit is one of the ways to optimize the operation of the Lada Kalina Cross engine. At the same time, there is an opportunity, meeting the customer’s wishes, to improve the dynamic characteristics of the engine or reduce fuel consumption. Currently, special devices are used for this, which, when connected to the on-board computer, allow you to change engine operating modes depending on customer requirements.

Regardless of the customer’s wishes, properly performed engine tuning using such devices allows you to:

Technical tuning of components

When making a decision on technical tuning of Lada Kalina Cross components, you need to weigh everything carefully. As a rule, the operation of components under conditions of maximum loads leads to their rapid failure, so such work should be trusted only to experienced specialists who are capable of not only performing such work, but also guaranteeing long-term operation of the tuning components.

In general, technical tuning is subjected to:

By completing the entire tuning complex associated with improving the technical characteristics of the Lada Kalina Cross, instead of a standard factory car, you can get a powerful car that will surprise others with its capabilities. However, tuning requires a lot of time and financial investment.

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The manufacturer recommends inflating tires with dimensions 185/65R15 and 195/55R16 to 2.1 bar, both front and rear. This is indicated in the instruction manual and on the plate.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOaBR9izx5s

If it suddenly seems that the wheels are too hard, then you can reduce it to 2.0 bar, but you should not reduce the pressure below.

It is also worth considering seasonality and checking pressure depending on the time of year.

For example, in summer, as the temperature rises, pressure increases, and in winter, it decreases. It is not for nothing that at tire shops, before winter re-shoeing, when it is not yet completely cold, but the temperature is about to drop, tires are inflated slightly above the recommended values.

Check pressure when temperature changes and more.

Many people know how important it is to periodically check the pressure in your car tires. If the pressure does not meet the manufacturer's recommendations, the tires will wear out faster, stability and controllability on the road will deteriorate, and fuel consumption will increase. Do you know what the pressure should be in the Vesta wheels?

In the vehicle operating instructions, the manufacturer indicated the following recommendations:

* Speed ​​indices: T – up to 190 km/h, H – up to 210 km/h. Load capacity indices: 88–560 kg; 91–615 kg. **Rim offset (ET) is the distance from the mating plane of the disc to the middle of the rim. *** Partial load – no more than 3 adults in the car without cargo in the trunk. **** Full load – more than 3 adults or 3 adults and a load of 50 kg in the trunk.

How much to pump the wheels can also be found out from the plate, which is located on the central pillar of the body on the driver's side (visible when the door is open).

If you notice that the tire pressure is dropping, first check the serviceability of the valve spool. If it does not allow air to pass through, then the tire is most likely damaged; contact a tire repair shop.

Important! The air pressure in the tire is not constant. When the ambient temperature rises, the tire pressure increases, and when it decreases, it drops. You should check the pressure in Vesta tires when the temperature difference is 10-15 o C. Also, the pressure in the tire increases while the car is moving, so checking it immediately after the trip is incorrect. Wait until the tire temperature is equal to the ambient temperature.

What is the ground clearance of our Lada Vesta?

According to the manufacturer, Vesta’s ground clearance is at least 178mm.

The debate is still ongoing, and it began during its first presentation as a special Russian sedan with front-wheel drive. A good place to start is to understand what the definition of the term we are about to explore is.

Definition of the term

Vesta's ground clearance allows you not to be afraid of most curbs.

Ground clearance refers to the distance from the surface of the ground to the lowest protruding point of the car. The higher this indicator, the higher the vehicle’s cross-country ability and driving performance, for example, stability on the highway. What about this indicator for the subject of our consideration?

Lada Vesta is a special development, the brainchild of AvtoVAZ engineers who did their best. For faster, painless adaptation to Russian roads, the car turned out to be quite tall.

Standard indicators

According to the documents, its height above the road has the following indicators:

• 171 millimeters - to the engine sump;
• 144 millimeters - under the engine mudguards.

What does a full load include?

There is enough ground clearance to overcome fields.

The definition of full load means that we are talking about the maximum permissible weight of a loaded vehicle, including the driver, passengers, and transported cargo.

In our case, the difference between the total and curb weight will be as much as 400 kilograms for Vesta. If we talk about pure ground clearance, it will increase slightly if there is only a driver and a passenger sitting next to you in the car.

Ground clearance parameters of Lada Vesta without load

According to the documents, it turns out that ground clearance can increase significantly in this case, namely:

• 190 millimeters – to the engine sump;
• 230 millimeters – to the beginning of the front bumper overhang.

These indicators are especially pleasing, since now our Vesta doesn’t care about high edges or curbs. In practice, it is capable of overcoming fairly high obstacles if it is not particularly loaded. Measurement indicators indicate various positive aspects that can only benefit motorists.

Why do some controversial issues arise?

Ground clearance parameters depend on the wheel size.

The discrepancies may be caused by another factor. Ideally, 171 millimeters, even at maximum load, can be achieved when Vesta is shod with 16-inch wheels. At size fifteen, this figure will be lowered to 165 and 138 millimeters, respectively, to the engine mudguard.

Lada Vesta is not inferior to some of its foreign counterparts. We'll talk about this feature a little later. Now is the time to analyze the domestic market. Let's take a look and compare the ground clearance with other AvtoVAZ models.

Additional measurements in other places

Vesta's clearance to the lever.

With a clearance to the oil pan of 171 millimeters, the distance from the ground to the nearest element of the exhaust system will be about 187 millimeters.

Ground clearance to mudguard 165 mm.

This indicator significantly exceeds any other. This means that the muffler doesn’t care about even large obstacles. The car's off-road properties are at a decent level.

Rating of LADA cars (highest ground clearance)

Ground clearance is one of the important characteristics of a car. To improve cross-country ability on bad roads, high ground clearance is required. AvtoVAZ takes into account the peculiarities of Russian roads, so almost all LADA cars have a high value for this parameter. The Lada.online website decided to make a rating of LADA models with the highest ground clearance according to the passport and in reality.

You can find measurements of real ground clearance via the links in the original news.

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Whatever they come up with, there’s no way to build a road.

Wow, something in reality is better than on paper for cars from AvtoVAZ

Most likely the difference is in the wheels/tires, on the other hand - well, not so much. Well, it may still be in a loaded position.

Their reality is dubious. In reality, the VAZ should be at the bottom of the clearance rating, because... Can owners usually first cut off a coil or two from the springs.

To what extent did they measure? To the bottom edge of the bumper? Then it’s clear why there is no data on 4x4s, with their bumpers.

Where did they find such a high Priora?))

That is, even with calculations they cannot determine the clearance properly?

no, the author of the article just doesn’t know what clearance is.

Ground clearance is not the distance from the ground to the bumper. clearance is calculated using the formula.

The picture makes it more clear. ground clearance - BF. the circle fits into the points of the wheel axles and the lower point of the suspension.

the author did not invent the figures in the article

This picture is exclusively for the German market.

Maybe he meant the clitoris?

Niva - that's understandable. But why do fucking vehicles like sedans and single-wheel drive sub-crossovers need high ground clearance?

Because, for example, roads are extremely difficult to clean in winter, even on large streets, not to mention in courtyards.

And where the wonderful Mazda3 with a ground clearance of 155 remains parked for half the winter, the Kalina “Cross” quietly and peacefully goes about its business.

My Opel is 13 cm from the ground (even lower along the bumper) and has never been parked anywhere in the winter, but I have seen viburnums sometimes grinding in a mess.

All-wheel drive is available for sedans. But not 10 cm of ground clearance. They'll get a little crazy and then self-soothe.

All-wheel drive for sedans is complete crap. Where some Impreza sadly turns its wheels while sitting on its belly, the Kalina “Cross” quietly and peacefully goes about its business.

So, buy normal cars - depending on the situation, and not mono-drive monstrosities with a ground clearance increased by 10 cm. Take a fucking ruler or something. And look how much it is.

I have a Priora only for the city. For dachas and other nonsense - Patriot.

The average urban resident of the castle does not need an SUV. And the increased ground clearance, even with a single drive, adds confidence. To drive out of an unclean yard in winter and not be afraid to let protruding hatches and bricks pass between the wheels.

I also have a couple of models in the garage. I love coming to posts like this - the CL is growing and swelling, and the peekaboo is becoming a little cleaner for me.

do you like adventures judging by the cars)) but I haven’t seen more than one sedan with a ground clearance increased by 10 cm .. unlike the usual

It's not that I like adventures. There is simply no universe. And for driving around the city I take a Priora. And outside the city, if you leave the asphalt, then Patra. Well, if winter is fierce, then Patras too. Since I feel sorry for the Priora, and why the hell do I not need to get stuck somewhere in the yard or grind uphill in a traffic jam.

Viburnum and cross have 3 cm differences according to the table, and 10 cm is just too much you just said .. very optimistic

My dad and I recently went to a barbecue at the dacha. The snow was still loose. His Honda got so stuck that it took 2.5 hours to get him out. My Priora drove through that snow without any problems, both in front and in back. And he got out only with the help of a cable, which I used to pull him up the hill in the snow.

Give me a photo of a slide with snow. And something snow-covered there, on which you walk both in front and behind. I would like to assess the scale of the difficulties. I love pussyboys with passion. Especially considering that I have a Priora in my personal fleet.

I agree, of all the Lada Priora, it is the most “road” car (in the sense that you can’t drive off the road, it skids even on wet grass).

When we were there, there was no time for photos. Everyone got tired. Keep the photo from Google Maps. The point in the middle is a lowland with a well, 2-3 meters below the road level with a fairly sharp rise. There was the most action there. And imagine a road in a village where a tractor probably passed once during the entire winter. In the morning it was still normal, in the afternoon the sun drowned the snow and that’s it, the Honda sank in the snow, they removed it from its belly 3 times. And in this lowland he was simply dragged into a snowdrift and that’s it, he sat down completely, only pulled out with jerks on the cable, and it was I who pulled, standing on this rise from the well.

How to influence the amount of clearance?

Installing tires with a large profile and diameter helps to forcibly “raise” Kalina’s ground clearance. Let's look at the example of wide tires 215/55/15. With an increase in the profile of such rubber by 5%, the ground clearance will increase by 1 cm. If we add another 5% to such a tire, we will get the car raised by 2.5 centimeters.

When increasing the standard wheels on the Lada Kalina, you need to remember the manufacturer’s recommendations. The maximum size of tires installed on AvtoVAZ for a regular Lada is 185/60/14, for a Cross — 185/55/15. It is allowed to install tires up to size 195/40/17. When installing tires of this size or larger, you need to think about how the wheel does not touch the arches when turning, as well as other consequences.

If you increase ground clearance by installing larger wheels, pay attention to the distance to the arches. If the wheel does not touch the arches when the car is in running order, there may be contact when fully loaded

Take this into account.

The increased tire height shifts the Lada's center of gravity upward. Another consequence of increasing the profile is that the weight is more likely to deform the rubber. Accordingly, the risk of capsizing when entering a turn at high speed increases (the roll increases). However, in addition to increasing clearance, there is a plus from large wheels. Impacts from uneven road surfaces are absorbed more smoothly and the ride becomes smoother.

The SS20 company brings to your attention the CROSS20 suspension kit, which increases the ground clearance of your car by 30-50 mm. The CROSS20 suspension is installed on front-wheel drive cars VAZ 2108-2110, LADA Kalina, LADA Priora, LADA Granta.

Advantages of the CROSS20 suspension

• increased geometric cross-country ability and high seating position;
• wide track;
• increased smoothness;
• improved driving properties;
• optimal ratio of the stiffness of the front and rear anti-roll bars.

One of the important characteristics of a car suspension is ground clearance. Vehicle clearance is the distance from the lowest parts of the vehicle, such as gearboxes, exhaust system elements or unit protection, to the road surface. The amount of ground clearance or, as it is often called, ground clearance largely determines the versatility of the car. In fact, the increased ground clearance allows you to park anywhere without fear for the bumpers and bottom of the car, confidently drive over speed bumps, drive out of town onto country roads and move normally on snow and ruts in the winter season

It is also important that the high ground clearance allows for increased visibility, which increases traffic safety both in heavy traffic and on a suburban highway.

If you decide that your car should have increased ground clearance, then you can choose between full-frame SUVs, crossovers, or modifications of regular cars with increased ground clearance (for example, Renault Sandero Stepway). Each of these options has its pros and cons, and the large price difference between SUVs, crossovers and versions with increased ground clearance makes the latter quite a good buy.

What prompted us to create an off-road suspension for VAZ cars?

The appearance of crossovers with a single drive (pseudo-crossovers) on the car market is caused by the need to adapt popular car brands to more difficult road conditions in Russia. A pseudo-crossover - a car with increased ground clearance and wheel diameter, as well as reinforced suspension - is more suitable for our roads and winter road conditions. Creating a crossover with a significant improvement in driving properties based on the Kalina was the goal of creating the CROSS20 suspension.

Reasoning about the announced information

The competition is too high. AvtoVAZ understands the full degree of responsibility that was assigned after the announcement of the station wagon. They try to operate only with short-term plans that are carefully coordinated with each other. For now, most of the information is available from third-party sources.

Many are familiar with the data on the current state of affairs: AvtoVAZ prioritizes areas with the least chance of failure. The manufacturer is confident that the market is not yet ready to properly respond to the appearance of the all-wheel drive Lada Vesta SV Cross. All data received from dealers confirms the interest of citizens in purchasing cheaper options.

From this we conclude that there is no need to wait for a new product yet. They are waiting for it out of interest, but there is no talk of real excitement. Accordingly, the investments made will pay off with minimal profit, if at all such a scenario can be in terms of positive developments.

Let us note a number of obstacles voiced by the manufacturer himself.

1. The price will rise too high for a station wagon with all-wheel drive. Overpay 100 thousand rubles. Few will agree. Here the psychological factor immediately comes into play, as well as the real situation - the Lada Vesta SV Cross station wagon with high cross-country ability. Why do experienced drivers who are waiting for an SUV need such characteristics?
2. Dealer demand is greater for its closest competitor, the Lada X Ray. Following the buyer's lead is a win-win step.
3. The risky project puts the future of the automaker at risk. All-wheel drive, if expectations are not met, will become a household word that will harm sales of analogues with a similar transmission.

The best development of the situation would be to increase the purchasing power of citizens or create technologies that reduce the cost of installing all-wheel drive. Really a car with a price of 600 thousand rubles. will buy without hesitation. Such a range is still an unattainable goal with the manufacturer’s current technologies. Transition for 700 thousand rubles. That's another conversation.

Lada XRay Cross with a single-wheel drive transmission will be an experimental project. Based on the data received from sales, the entire future concept of projects for 2022 will be built. It’s worth waiting a little for the Lada Vesta SV Cross to take on even more clear outlines. It is too early to judge from rumors when all-wheel drive will become native to AvtoVAZ.

Comparison of prices and options

Prices for Lada Vesta Cross with 1.6 and 1.8 engines differ insignificantly - 770 thousand and 795 thousand Russian rubles in the “Lux” configuration. Unfortunately, the 21129 engine is available exclusively in this version; if you are interested in richer modifications, you will have to fork out for the 21179 engine.

The equipment for these two cars is absolutely the same. As for safety, there are front and side airbags, child seat mounts, ABS, BAS, EBD, ESC, HAS, crankcase protection, alarm, headlights, door locks. The doors lock automatically and have an anti-theft device.

Dimensions and weight of Lada vesta sw 2022, 1st generation, station wagon

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The model is produced from 07.2021 to the present time.

Information about another internal combustion engine - VAZ-21179

This power unit is the first of its kind for the Lada Vesta. Previously, AvtoVAZ did not use a 1.8 engine. There is a high probability that this particular power unit will be placed inside the long-awaited Cross station wagon, as well as in the sports version of the Lada Vesta, if only it goes into mass production.

This Lada Vesta engine is equipped with a five-speed automatic transmission. Its assembly is carried out using a selective method, and it itself has specific stages of gas distribution in dynamics. The fact of modernity and complete ease of operation determines that the Lux version is rationally equipped with 21179. This unit is the most powerful in the line, as evidenced by the technical characteristics of the engine:

1. Power and volume are 122 hp. and 1.8 liters.
2. In terms of toxicity, it belongs to Euro-5, 95-grade gasoline is recommended.
3. Maximum torque is 170 Nm.
4. Capable of operating 300 thousand km without failures or breakdowns.

New engine for VAZ-21179

It is quite natural that a higher power level and larger volume increase fuel consumption when compared with earlier ICE models. However, some Lada Vesta car owners value fast acceleration and a sharp start in their cars, so they ignore the extra fuel consumption.

Technical characteristics of Lada Kalina Cross

When creating the Lada Kalina Cross, the model developers took as a basis the version of the Lada Kalina station wagon performed by Norma. The Kalina Cross station wagon will be offered with two engine options. Initially, under the hood of the car there will be an in-line 4-cylinder petrol unit with a displacement of 1.6 liters.

This engine is equipped with an eight-valve timing belt with distributed fuel injection. The engine is capable of developing a maximum power of 87 hp. at 5100 rpm. Peak engine thrust occurs at 140 Nm at 3800 rpm. The engine is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission with cable drive.

Moreover, especially for the pseudo-crossover, in order to increase the traction characteristics of the car, the gear ratio of the main pair in the gearbox was increased from 3.7 to 3.9. The speed characteristics of the Kalina Cross are not a reason to be proud - it takes more than 12 seconds to reach 100 km/h from a standstill.

The maximum speed of the car is 165 km/h. A little later, the car is planned to be equipped with another gasoline engine. This should be a 1.6-liter 16-valve engine known from other models, the power of which is 106 hp. According to experts, such a unit would be a more suitable engine for an off-road station wagon, since with an 87-horsepower engine the car’s dynamics clearly leave much to be desired.

The list of basic equipment of the new Kalina Cross includes: a pair of front airbags, remote-controlled central locking, an anti-theft system, an anti-lock braking system, an electric power steering column. In addition, the car is equipped by default with an air conditioning system, rear seat headrests, heated front seats, front electric windows, and alloy wheels. Prices for Lada Kalina Cross start at 471 thousand rubles.