Lada Vesta in the classic version
Vesta on methane
Station wagon Lada Vesta and Cross version
Lada Vesta Signature
Lada Vesta Sport
Since the fall of 2015, the Tolyatti concern has produced more than 70 thousand Lada Vesta sedans. The new product created a real sensation among fans of domestic cars. The updated design and modern approach to convenience and safety put the new model on a par with its closest competitors, such as Hyundai Solaris, Kia Rio, Ford Fiesta, Volkswagen Polo and others. But in order to firmly gain a foothold among the world's auto brands, AvtoVAZ plans to expand the Lada Vesta model range, adding new body types to it.
Popular sedan
Lada Vesta in a classic four-door design has already managed to win the popular love of Russian car enthusiasts. The modern appearance and generous equipment of the new product immediately attracted increased attention to the car. The sedan body combines the practicality of a family car, dynamism for young people and reliability for older people.
Lada Vesta in the classic version
On a note!
The dimensions of the sedan correspond to the dimensions of a class B car. The length of the body is 4410 mm, the width of the Lada Vesta is 1764 mm, and the height is 1497. The advantage of the sedan over many of its classmates is its significant ground clearance of 178 mm.
The configurations are presented in three main levels of equipment: Classic, Comfort and Luxury. Additionally, each version can be equipped with the Start, Image and Multimedia option packages. The basic Lada Vesta is already equipped with all the necessary security systems:
- ABS+BAS, ESC, TCS, EBD, HSA systems;
- two airbags;
- belts with pretensioners;
- ERA-GLONASS warning system;
- engine protection;
- immobilizer and alarm system.
The starting price for the Lada Vesta in the “base” is 545 thousand rubles. The maximum equipment of a car with a top-end engine and automatic transmission will cost 715 thousand rubles.
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The circuit of the NSK electromechanical amplifier is the same as on other VAZ models: with a motor on the steering column and a worm gearbox. By the way, NSK supplies similar ones for the Nissan Qashqai crossover. Placing an electric motor on a rack is an unaffordable luxury in this segment: even in the golf class, only Volkswagen dared to do this. But is this really important when you feel how quickly and obediently Vesta fulfills your desires?
“I’ll tell you a little secret why the car is so responsive in the near-zero zone,” Lata grins. — This is not the merit of the rack or the amplifier calibrations - everything is simpler. In safety columns there is a cardan, and this, as is known, is a joint of unequal angular velocities. By selecting its forks, you can play with the response in the initial stages of turning - we are so tired of listening to reproaches about the inertia of our cars that someone will really think that Vesta is too sharp!
Vesta on methane
Vesta on methane Recently, the Lada Vesta model range was replenished with a new AvtoVAZ product that runs on two types of fuel - natural gas, methane and gasoline.
This universal development allows you to travel long distances without refueling and significantly save money on fuel. This Lada Vesta model is made on the same platform as a regular sedan. The engine and exhaust system have been modified. The gas cylinder is located in the luggage compartment. The gas filling tube is located under the hatch cover, next to the neck of the gas tank.
The engine starts on gasoline, and then the engine switches to methane. If the gas runs out, it automatically switches to gasoline. You can also independently switch the fuel supply from different tanks using a special switch.
The equipment of the newcomer to the AvtoVAZ model range corresponds to the same three trim levels as a regular sedan. The choice of engine and transmission is limited to one option: a 106-horsepower engine paired with a manual transmission. Prices for the gas version start from 600 thousand rubles and end at 715 thousand.
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And I like the live response. I like how Vesta holds the straight line at high speed!
The version with a manual gearbox accelerates more actively - I managed to reach a hundred in 12.6 seconds.
The clarity of operation and the selectivity of the mechanism are top five! Inside the Logan case there is a different gear ratio, which is close to the values of the robotic VAZ gearbox - therefore, at a speed of 100 km/h, the engine runs at a normal 2600 rpm, without loading the ears with howling, as in Renault Logan or Lada Largus cars, and the synchronizers are almost not stick during quick gear changes. The maximum speed of this version is lower - 171 km/h, and I reached it in fifth gear. Perhaps the loss is explained by the fact that the test unit has not yet been run-in. When measuring longitudinal dynamics, I turned off the stabilization system, which chokes the engine when the wheels slip - it still wakes up as soon as the speed exceeds 50 km/h. Vesta was taught to drive without its help, but then they decided: since the system is already in the database, then let it take care of the driver at high speeds. We will complain about this in the winter and recommend that the Lada Sport division make the electronics completely switchable on charged versions - but there is nothing to complain about on the asphalt. There is even something to praise for.
Station wagon Lada Vesta and Cross version
Lada Vesta station wagon and Cross version Very soon the Lada Vesta model range will be replenished with a completely new version of the already beloved model.
The five-door body of the Lada Vesta will have the same X-shaped headlights and radiator grille, and the stampings on the doors and wings will remain. The rear of the car will change. The fifth door will have a larger glass area thanks to narrowed rear pillars. The sloping roof will be decorated with a radio antenna made in the shape of a fin. And a graceful spoiler will complete the look. In addition to the regular station wagon, the dimensions of which do not differ from the four-door version, the off-road Cross will appear in the Lada Vesta model range. The main difference between the Lada Vesta Cross and a simple station wagon will be the increased ground clearance of up to 190 mm and a plastic body kit throughout the body. Small updates will also affect the interior. Stylish colored inserts will appear in the front panel and on the doors of the car, and the seat trim will be updated with new combinations of materials and colors.
Interesting!
The Lada Vesta station wagon has been repeatedly spotted on public roads. The first production samples have already been delivered to car dealerships. Their sales will begin in early autumn 2022.
The final price for the five-door Lada Vesta model has not been announced. It is known that it will be 50-100 thousand rubles higher than the cost of the sedan. The price for the off-road version of Cross will be approximately 700-800 thousand rubles.
VIN decoding
1,2,3 - identification code of the manufacturer, where: 1 - geographical area (X - Europe); 2 - country (T - Russia); 3 - manufacturer (A - AVTOVAZ);
4.5 - model code, where: GA - XRAY; GF - VESTA;
6 — body type, where: B — hatchback; K - station wagon; L - sedan;
7 — engine model, where: 1 — 21129; 2 - 11189; 3 - 21179; 4 - N4M; A - 21129 CNG; S - 21179-77;
8 — gearbox type, where: 1 — VAZ manual transmission; 2 - AMT; 3 — RENAULT manual transmission; 4 — JATCO variator;
9 - always “0”;
10 - model year, where: F - 2015. ; G - 2016 ; H - 2017 ; J - 2022 ; K - 2022 ;
11 - plant code, where: 0-6 - Tolyatti; Y - Izhevsk;
12,13,14,15,16,17 - serial number.
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Lada Vesta Signature
Lada Vesta Signature The longest car in the VAZ model range was the Signature version for VIP clients.
Initially, the model was developed to equip the fleet of state government agencies at the regional level. The emphasis was placed on comfortable placement of second-row passengers. Having received a body lengthening of 25 cm, the Lada Vesta Signature has remained almost unchanged in appearance. With the naked eye, you can distinguish it from a regular Vesta only from the side by the enlarged rear door. At the back of the car appeared the inscription “Signature”, made in the handwriting of Steve Mattin, the chief designer of the Lada Vesta. The design of the car remains the same. The long version will be equipped with a 122-horsepower engine. The suspension has received minor modifications.
The main changes affected the interior of the new product. The premium sedan of the VAZ model range received new interior finishing materials. Now the seats and steering wheel are trimmed with leather inserts, the ceiling is covered with Alcantara, and the rear sofa has turned into two separate luxurious armchairs, separated by a solid armrest. The climate control and heated seats for second-row passengers are controlled by buttons located on the armrest.
Interesting!
The very first long sedan was assembled for the former AvtoVAZ president Bo Andersson as an official vehicle.
The first samples of the extended version of the Lada Vesta were sent at the beginning of 2022 to the governments of the Samara and Moscow regions for testing and detection of possible deficiencies. According to preliminary data, the Signature version will be produced to order and cost about 1 million rubles.
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Tolyatti residents say that never in the entire 45-year history of AVTOVAZ has the development and launch of a model been completed in such a short time. They say that there were no such examples even abroad. I sincerely congratulate the plant - and its president Bo Andersson, who kept his word and launched the assembly line in Izhevsk on September 25, 2015 - on this achievement. But…
Firstly, work on the project began much earlier. Back in 2008, when Sergey Kurdyuk was the chief designer of the plant, development of platform solutions began. They were approved by Patrice Boulanger, the same head of the Renault testing department who taught Logan to drive without a stabilizer in the front suspension (and we were convinced of the validity of whose words - see ZR, 2009, No. 11). Then the concept was defended by the French owners of the plant, and Vesta had a future.
Secondly, at the time of our test, although this future had acquired tangible and almost final features, it still did not become the car that would come to the buyer. We drove conveyor cars, however, after our test, they also went for modifications - so that in November, when dealers announce the price tags, a mosquito would not erode their nose.
Lada Vesta Sport
Lada Vesta Sport The most sporty and powerful car in the model range of the Togliatti concern should be the Lada Vesta Sport.
The first sample was presented at the Moscow Motor Show in 2016. According to preliminary data, the sports car will be equipped with an engine developing 150 horsepower. The appearance will retain the X-shaped style of the Lada Vesta generation. A more aggressive design will appear, highlighted by bright color accents and a lower ground clearance of 135 mm. The release of the first civilian sports sedans is scheduled for the end of 2022. Their cost will be at least one million rubles.
