Reviews from LADA VESTA owners help evaluate the new Lada remotely - video

A person is constantly in search of perfection and therefore is always dissatisfied with something. This phrase fully reflects the situation with one of AvtoVAZ’s latest works, the Lada Vesta sedan. No matter how well the car is described by manufacturers and official dealers, the assessment of the real owners and users of the car remains the most adequate.

The owner's first-person review may not affect the characteristics indicated on well-known sites, but it shows those minor (or sometimes serious) shortcomings that LADA VESTA buyers most often encounter.

Features of the LADA VESTA body

Since the start of sales, which began last fall, Lada Vesta sedans have covered more than one thousand kilometers. Now we can definitely draw certain conclusions regarding many aspects of these cars, what pros and cons they have.

Most owners speak very highly of their latest acquisition. Particularly admirable is the design by Steve Mattin. Vesta is no worse than any foreign analogue, and in some original features it even outperforms its competitors. The body is made taking into account all aerodynamic requirements. The head optics, together with the radiator grille and bumper, as well as the corrugated sides emphasize the new VAZ style - “X”.

The car does not fit into class B somewhat. The dimensions of the body, the coating of which is partially galvanized, are 4410, 1764 and 1497. This corresponds to the length, width and height in millimeters. This brings the car closer to the C-class. The wheelbase, with a result of 2635 mm, did not disappoint in this regard. The ground clearance of 178 mm and sixteen-inch wheels allow it to cope well not only with city roads, but also with suburban potholes.

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Before buying a new Vesta model, it is recommended to find out how people respond to this car. Only they can tell the truth, which will help you navigate the purchase correctly. We offer a selection of fresh opinions from car owners. Find out what reviews Lada Vesta has, positive and negative.

The first shortcomings on the outside of the LADA VESTA

Any car spends most of its time outdoors. Consequently, the main load falls on the external parts of the body. Precipitation, temperature changes, dust and dirt do their job.

It should be noted that most motorists paid attention to the smooth opening and closing of doors, which in previous models made an unpleasant slam. Here, the domestic sedan is clearly closer to foreign cars.

But there will always be shortcomings of the Lada Vesta. This is evidenced by many video customer reviews:

• Dirt under the hood. The rubber bands installed under the cover do not provide adequate protection for the engine compartment. This especially affects the lock, which requires frequent cleaning;
• Ill-designed mudguards. If these devices on the front wheel fender liners are made of rubber and more or less cope with their task. Then the rear wheels leave behind a decent trail of mud, the sediments of which cover both the Vesta’s body and are carried far behind the car rushing along the wet road;
• Lack of external gaskets between the body, windows and trunk cracks. The insides of the machine are protected by rubber pads, but ice forms on the outside, which has to be removed;
• Fogging of additional turn signals on the side mirrors. The reason is insufficient sealing;
• No button on the trunk. The open trunk does not lift on its own and you have to lift it using the spoiler;
• In frosty weather, when driving, you can hear a crackling sound in the area of ​​the front suspension (especially in a cold car). The reason lies in the anthers, which freeze and begin to crunch;
• No engine crankcase protection. This drawback is inherent in almost all production cars and car enthusiasts have to immediately think about replacing the weak boot with something more serious;
• Windshield washer fluid freezes. Poor water supply. The pipes run along the hood and freeze after sitting in the cold.

This is just a small part of all the complaints. All the same, the Lada Vesta is made quite well and manufacturers do not stop introducing changes that increase the positive characteristics of the car.

Bargain

Dmitry, Aleysk . I drove a Mazda 2008 before and was pleased. It didn’t break for a long time, I didn’t want to change it. But then the left door began to rust, then we got into a minor accident, and gasoline began to become more expensive. I thought that I either need to look for a job closer, or buy another car. There was no other job, so we decided to buy a Lada Vesta. Although we considered other options. I bought it for 720 thousand in gray color.

Differences after Mazda:

1. The air conditioner distributes air like climate control.
2. Weak dynamics.
3. Uncomfortable seats.
4. Good sound insulation.
5. There is a lot of space in the cabin, the driving position is higher.
6. It was a manual transmission; the Mazda had an automatic transmission.
7. When cornering, the rear end wobbles; this never happened on Mazda.
8. There is cruise control.
9. Stability control system.
10. The music system is not bad.
11. Gasoline consumption turned out to be 2,400 rubles for 2 thousand km.

I'm happy with the car, if only it had an automatic transmission! I didn’t go through the MOT, there is no guarantee now. The stabilizer struts started knocking after a mileage of 14 thousand km, I will change them in the spring. The trunk sweats in winter, the gearbox hums a little.

Passions about the Lada Vesta interior

The LADA Vesta sedan outdid its classmates not only in its dimensions. This car has the most voluminous interior among B-class cars. There is a wide view provided by a large glass area. The voluminous illuminated glove box and spacious door pockets evoke admiration. Dissatisfaction is caused by the lack of ashtrays.

As noted before the release of the car, the design is excellent. Vesta, according to reviews from real car owners (the Lada Vesta Luxe XV line sedan is taken as an example), is somewhat inferior in design to Logan, but has advantages over KIA RIO and Solaris.

She also retains Polo and Rapid. This is mainly due to the large number of useful devices that are provided even with the minimum “Classic” package.

Almost everyone is happy with the steering wheel. Adjustment in two planes allows you to adjust the control individually. The same goes for the front row seats. Even a tall driver will find a comfortable position and can easily get behind the wheel or get out of the car. The supporting sides are a little let down. They are too soft and do not serve their purpose in case of strong rolls and lateral overloads.

In the Comfort and Luxe configurations, the steering wheel has convenient buttons that allow you to control the radio, and in top versions, navigation. The air conditioning control is good, but done somewhat clumsily.

And now a little bit of tar:

• Operating the on-board computer is inconvenient. The handle under the steering wheel is equipped with keys that are not easy to manipulate even when parked, but when it comes to movement, things get really bad;
• There are times when when starting a car, the on-board computer gives an error. In this particular situation, the cause was frost, which led to the freezing of the rear brake drum. After a short warm-up, the error disappears;
• The screen and multimedia performance leave much to be desired;
• The inconvenient location of the USB input and Bluetooth does not always ensure a reliable connection between the owners’ gadgets and the car’s multimedia system;
• The seats heat up quickly, but due to the lack of adjustment, they often heat up to too high a temperature, which leads to discomfort.

Manufacturers responded to many negative reviews about the armrest. Now it does not fall off and is made with great quality.

Advantages of the car

When creating the machine, the concern used modern developments and took examples from foreign products. But still, “childhood diseases” do not stop moving from model to model:

• the handling of the Lada Vesta, according to an auto expert’s assessment, is one of the best in the B segment, this was achieved due to a new chassis of a specific shape;
• In terms of body dimensions, the domestic new product is superior to its main competitors; it also has a very roomy and comfortable interior;
• engineers tried to make the driving process safe by including a large number of braking systems in the on-board computer;
• the car pleases the eye with a stylish X-shaped design;
• the upholstery is more expensive and of higher quality than on previous models;
• Sound insulation in cars is highly valued;
• in trim levels that are more expensive, there is a heated windshield and an armrest for the driver.

Reviews about the operation of the chassis of the Lada Vesta

As expected, the Lada Vesta received an excellent ride. The shock absorbers handle road unevenness well, provide high ergonomics and allow you to feel the car well when driving.

Some motorists believe that the engine is 107 hp. With. not enough. But, in principle, the Lada Vesta behaves well in any road situation and has good cross-country ability.

The dynamics of Vesta differ significantly, depending on the transmission. If the Lada Vesta manual transmission is liked by most owners who have solid experience, then the robotic automatic transmission is still incomprehensible to many. The main complaint is the slow transition from first to second gear. AMT introduces another small problem. VAZ did not provide a parking mode and drivers have to use the handbrake. At the same time, the drum brakes of the rear axle freeze.

Almost everyone is satisfied with the car's handling. Even skeptics of ESP and ABS+BAS have to raise their hands. Vesta perfectly stays on course and does not skid even on bare ice. "Traction control" makes it possible to leave the ditch and climb a steep hill.

Pros and cons of the car according to car owners

pros+

The Lada Vesta has a comfortable and spacious interior. At speeds of up to one hundred kilometers per hour, it drives quietly along the highway, fairly good lighting, and a spacious trunk. Many owners did not expect this from this model. And of course, the affordable price of the Lada Vesta.

They also note the comfort of the seats for the driver and passengers. Improved coating resistance to corrosion. Appearance is also noted. The traction control works well, and there is also a hill start assist system. Glove box for summer use with fan.

The rear bumper of the car withstands impacts well)) The car's ground clearance is high.

all cons-

The position of the window lift buttons is inconvenient; there is no possibility of a single wiper operation. The armrest is low and not adjustable.

The engine does not work confidently, it stalls when you change gears during acceleration, the engine is picky about the quality of fuel.

Gasoline consumption is relatively high compared to the Grant, 7.5 liters on the highway and in city mode an average of 10 liters.

The suspension of this car is a bit harsh, knocking is noticeable, and punctures are heard in the body. Poor quality glass, breaks easily.

The gearbox breaks down in second gear. There is no full auto box.

Auto repair

After 2000 kilometers, the stabilizers of the struts often begin to knock, replace the oxygen sensor, lambda. 10 thousand - 15 thousand kilometers the stabilizer bushings creak.

Here, depending on your luck, it depends on the components, depending on what they installed at the factory; until 2016, they installed better quality gearboxes.

Bottom line

Reviews keep coming and coming. Be that as it may, the car is much better than its predecessors and will probably soon become popular not only in the near and far abroad. And cons can be found everywhere. As one motorist wrote: if you want, even in your BMW, you can find so many flaws that you won’t want to buy a car.

Considering how much the Lada Vesta costs, we can safely say that AvtoVAZ has fully delivered on its promises. After all, the prices of the domestic sedan are lower than any of its closest competitors.

More details about Lada “Vesta” cars

Rusting exhaust system corrugation

The short-lived exhaust tract has always been the weak point of the Lad, and Vesta is no exception. Corrugation rusts very quickly. For some time this does not appear in any way. However, after about 40 thousand km, the timbre begins to change, and in the end the “swallow” with the roar of a fighter has to go for repairs.

Previously, the production warranty was only 1 year or 35 thousand km. But now the domestic manufacturer is ready to replace the failed device within 3 years of operation (100 thousand km).

Satisfied with the quality

Mikhail, Krasnodar . I am more than satisfied with the build quality of the car and the comfort in the cabin. However, my opinion will not be very significant for many, because I didn’t feel bad in the Grant, and the mileage on the Vesta is still only about 7,000. In all respects, the Vesta is superior to the Grant. Alas, fuel consumption is also almost a liter.

On the topic of the article, I took my Vesta to Tolyatti in May 2022 for 634,000 rubles. Comfort multimedia package, metallic. In addition to this amount, I paid an additional 7,000 for the installation of 4 mudguards, floor mats and trunk mats, anti-corrosion protection and 5 liters of anti-freeze for good measure. The mats and mud flaps were cheaper than on the market, but the anti-corrosion protection was done in 15 minutes so-so, only the arches and the bottom, I then also processed the hidden cavities.

I could have picked it up anyway, but I didn’t want to drive it to Samara and then apply anticorrosive to the dirt. My further expenses on the car, in addition to gasoline, were changing the wiper blades for winter, and hanging a panoramic mirror on the interior, it’s less than 1,000 rubles. The standard music and alarm systems are enough for me, I don’t think it’s necessary to install covers on a new car, in 5.5 years on the Grant the seats somehow haven’t worn out even without covers.

Power plants

The sedan is equipped with a 1.6-liter gasoline engine with a power of 106 hp. With. For the European market, the engine has been modified in accordance with Euro 6 requirements. For the Russian market, the model is also supplied with a 1.8 liter engine. With. power 122 hp With.

An automated five-speed gearbox is installed. The car accelerates to 100 kilometers in 14.1 for the 1.6 engine and in 12.1 for the 1.8 engine. The engine runs on gasoline with an octane rating of at least 92, fuel consumption in the combined cycle (in city traffic) is from 6.6 liters per 100 km.

Vesta is distinguished by high ground clearance, which increases its maneuverability, and an energy-intensive suspension. The ground clearance is 187 mm, with it it will feel confident both in winter and on country roads.

The emphasis on cross-country ability is based on high torque; in some cases, the Lada will cover a forest path with greater success than a Korean SUV.

Automatic transmission reliability and service life

Increased clutch wear is often found on cars with Creeping Mode. This is especially noticeable when operating the car in traffic jams. Critical clutch wear can occur after a mileage of 20-60 thousand km.

Starting a car with an automatic transmission is accompanied by a vibration similar to a tremor. This causes a destructive effect on the engine and gearbox. Vibration also causes threaded connections to loosen. Tightening of nuts and bolts may be required after 5-10 thousand km of operating the car in traffic jams.

Specifications

Installing a shorter main pair increased the dynamics of acceleration, taking one second from the French “brand”. Adjusting the gear ratios for each gear made the transitions to higher gears smoother, without jerking, and dynamic.

What do they say about sound insulation?

According to the results of comparative tests and owner reviews of the 2015 Lada Vesta, the car has an average noise level. In terms of acoustic comfort, our sedan was on par with the Volkswagen Polo. And the engine is even a little quieter than the German one.

It is clear that VAZ products are still far from being leaders in the test for noise and vibration insulation, but by summarizing the opinions of many motorists we can get a general picture of these parameters:

• Noise insulation is quite up to par with the class - there is enough of it in the city, but at high speeds on the highway it is no longer enough, so it is better to make additional noise.
• There are no creaks or “crickets” observed either in a cold interior or in a warm one.
• The main part of the noise comes from the wheel arches.
• Sometimes you can hear the false floor vibrating in an empty trunk - you need to put some kind of cargo.

In general, the picture is clear - the flagship model from AvtoVAZ falls a little short of the leading position in its segment, maybe Vesta with the Cross prefix - we'll see. In terms of noise insulation, experts recommend choosing a car with a Renault engine and an imported gearbox - in this case, acoustic comfort will be optimal.

Review of the feasibility of automatic transmission repair

The robotic automatic transmission of the Lada Vesta has a simple design. This determines its high maintainability. With timely oil changes before major repairs, the ATM can last 300-400 thousand km.

Purchasing a contract or new automatic transmission is only advisable if the original unit has a significant mileage. The cost of a unit from auto wrecking yards starts from 7-10 thousand rubles. A new automatic transmission can be purchased from an official dealer for 40-60 thousand rubles.

Malfunctions and ways to eliminate them