Lada Vesta Cross 2022 technical specifications, configurations and prices

There are already a lot of disputes about the release of new versions of Vesta. Some boldly claim that there will be no more modifications to the car; they will have to be content with a simple sedan. Others confidently say that the Lada Vesta station wagon with increased cross-country ability is already being produced; all that remains is to present the model. In fact, the official information is as follows: the car is not yet in production, there is only the Lada Vesta Cross concept, but in the near future the concern will bring this idea to life. In fact, it turns out that such a project is very strange for Russia. In our country, station wagons with all-wheel drive and high ground clearance are hardly sold, and it is very strange that the company did not just make a youth hatchback or a traditional family station wagon. In fact, you and I will soon receive a crossover based on Vesta, which will have a number of interesting features.

However, the project may still change and differ greatly from the concept. So you shouldn’t expect an identical model to appear on the market. Most of the information that is available on the Internet today is more like rumors. You should not trust gossip in such a difficult matter as launching a new model into production. It’s better to find some official data and be content with it than to form an opinion about a car based on false information. The question of when we should expect the release of transport is quite complicated. AvtoVAZ is generally unpredictable in this case. The concern produces cars spontaneously and unexpectedly; it rarely advertises its new products with a specific release date. So let's look at the information that is known today about the new project of the Russian corporation.

Main differences

In reality, the cars are very similar, especially when it comes to interior and exterior design. Virtually no changes in the interior. All the main differences relate to technical characteristics, equipment and price.

Salon design and interior

There are also differences in design. Cross models are distinguished by the fact that on the sills, arches and bumpers there is a plastic body kit with protection from scratches and chips. An individual bright orange has appeared in the color line, like the “cross Kalina”. What both models have in common are roof rails on which a luggage rack can be attached. Another detail of the image is the decorative nozzle on the exhaust pipe.

The interior has many almost identical parts, but there are many interesting solutions that make the “cross” version stand out. The interior of the new product is made more interesting and brighter, and all thanks to the decorative trim. At the same time, there are additional options, the installation of which is not provided for on the SV. However, all decorative differences can be ordered separately on the SV.

The main differences in the cabin are as follows:

• original interior lighting;
• light and rain sensor;
• use of combined eco-leather and fabric in seat upholstery;
• heated windshield;
• the inscription on the dashboard Cross;
• LED lighting in the front doors and interior;
• decorative bright inserts;
• use of climate control.

In all other respects, there are no differences in the interior of both models. In general, all the differences in the interior are only that the decorative parts are made in the color of the body.

Difference in car sizes

Naturally, both modifications are very similar in appearance. But there is a certain difference regarding the dimensions. So “Cross” is a little longer, wider and higher (4424x1785x1532) than “SV” (4410x1764x1512). At the same time, the mass did not change - 1280-1350 kg. The ground clearance has also been increased, which is 203 mm compared to the previous 178 mm.

Luggage compartment differences

The luggage compartment volume in both models is 480 liters, which is average for station wagons. The useful volume could be larger, but it is reduced by an organizer with various shelves and niches that are used to store various small things. The organizer is convenient for neatly arranging, securing and transporting small loads.

However, if you need to transport large items, then it will be completely useless. In general, it takes up quite a lot of free space and raises the floor.

To really get the full claimed 480 liters you will need to remove this organizer.

Suspension, transmission, price

The changes also affected the wheels; in the modified version they put 205/50 R17, and in the regular model they offer 195/55 R16 and 185/65 R15. In the rear suspension of the SW, they installed station wagon springs, which are 9 mm larger than those of the sedan, the Cross has completely different springs and shock absorbers, the suspension settings have been changed, and the track has become wider by 14 mm, the suspension has been retuned

The choice of transmission for the Cross is smaller than in the SW. For the city station wagon, the manufacturer offers 4 transmission options – 2 manual and 2 automatic. The “cross” version does not have a 1.6 liter engine option with a robotic transmission. In other words, the regular version is offered with a range of four engines, while the all-terrain model offers only three.

It’s not surprising that the Cross is more expensive than the regular SV version. If you don’t want to overpay and you are quite satisfied with the characteristics of the city version, then you can purchase it for 640 thousand rubles, and the maximum price tag will be 805 thousand rubles. But the price for the “cross” version starts at 756 thousand rubles. and reaches 848 thousand rubles.

Is it profitable to buy Vesta?

Prices for the Lada Vesta turned out to be noticeably higher than expected: at least 514 thousand rubles for the initial version of the Classic. However, there will be no completely empty configurations - this market segment is reserved for Granta and Datsun. And the base Vesta is equipped with a VAZ 1.6 sixteen-valve engine (106 hp).

), one airbag, ABS, stabilization system, front electric windows, central locking and steering wheel adjustment for height and reach. But competitors of foreign brands cost about the same! Hyundai Solaris 1.4 (107 hp.

) without ESP, but with two airbags, thanks to discounts, it is now even cheaper - only 506 thousand rubles. The second-generation Renault Logan in a similar Confort configuration with an eight-valve 1.6 engine (82 hp) is only 4,000 rubles more expensive than the Vesta, and for the Volkswagen Polo 1.6 (90 hp)

) you will have to pay an additional 11 thousand rubles.

However, Vesta in the Classic version will not hit the market right away, closer to spring, and the share of such cars in total sales, according to VAZ estimates, will be about 15%. And first of all, sedans in the “medium” Comfort configuration appeared at dealers, which should satisfy 65% ​​of demand. And as the price level rises, purchasing Vesta becomes more and more profitable compared to its competitors.

A “comfortable” Vesta with an audio system, Bluetooth connection, heated front seats, electric drive and heated mirrors, height adjustment of the driver’s seat and rear parking sensors is estimated at 570 thousand rubles. Renault Logan costs almost the same, but without parking sensors and ESP, Solaris is 20 thousand more expensive, and Kia Rio and Volkswagen Polo are 40 thousand rubles more expensive.

And the top version Luxury, which is expected to account for the remaining 20% ​​of demand, looks the most attractive compared to its competitors.

This Vesta with improved interior trim, rear electric windows, light and rain sensors, fog lights and 16-inch wheels costs 609 thousand rubles, and if you add a multimedia system with a rear view camera - 628 thousand.

But Vesta is not without eccentricities. It will have climate control and side airbags only in April - and this, of course, will affect prices. There is no leather steering wheel or curtain airbags at all.

And AvtoVAZ never introduced the promised five-year warranty. Now Vesta is covered by a warranty for three years or 100 thousand km, although the conditions for the Rio/Solaris twins are five years or 150 thousand km.

Well, I don’t recommend Vesta with a “robot” at all: compared to traditional “automatic” cars, its single-clutch gearbox is slow and uncomfortable.

For comparison, a Solaris with a four-speed automatic transmission cannot be purchased for less than 614 thousand, and a Polo with a six-speed gearbox is priced at least 649 thousand rubles.

The market does not need resuscitation of the “nine”: the Lada station wagon is preparing for launch

Vitaly Arkhireev, June 30, 2022, 11:02 — REGNUM Indeed, the start is expected in July 2022. And Vesta Cross was presented to the general public in the summer of 2015 at the Off Road Show in Moscow. The start of production was then scheduled for the summer of 2016.

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Station wagon Lada Vesta

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Release dates were changed following the departure of the company's president. At that time, the brand was headed by Bo Andersson, under whom a new tradition for AvtoVAZ began to emerge - to meet deadlines. Under the current leader, and Nicolas More is currently in office, everything is somewhat different. There is a rational grain in the postponement of deadlines and even in their absence. It is better to calculate everything in advance, correcting possible shortcomings, than to release a product onto the market with a lot of “childhood diseases”. So what to expect from the Vesta station wagon and its cross-country version, which should appear at the same time?

Vesta Cross

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Let's take the sedan as a starting point. Its sales figures speak for themselves. In May 2022, the model took third place in the AEB (Association of European Businesses) ranking, behind the Kia Rio and Lada Granta. This is explained simply. Lada Vesta is a strong competitor for all budget segment cars sold in Russia. The point here is quality, technical characteristics, equipment, price, special purchasing conditions and promotions. The aggressive policy of bringing this car to the market also played an important role.

Will it be possible to repeat this with new models that will not only be more equipped, but also more expensive? In addition, Russia is not a country of generalists. For Russians, sedans and crossovers are more preferable.

For an accurate answer, you need to wait for the announcement of prices and configurations. But now you can make assumptions based on known facts, your own analysis and assessments of market experts.

The Lada Vesta station wagon will have the following overall dimensions (excluding mirrors, including roof rails):

• length - 4410 mm;
• wheelbase - 2635 mm;
• width - 1764 mm;
• height - 1512 mm.

REGNUM news agency in more detail about the equipment of this car in the publication “All about the Lada Vesta station wagon,” but during this time more details were added. Take, for example, the overall dimensions, which are no different from a sedan. But the trunk volume, which is important, was not announced by the manufacturer. Most likely, its linear dimensions will not differ from the sedan, and the increased volume will be determined only by the body type.

The new model will have several other significant differences: rear disc brakes, a lockable gas filler flap, a trunk release button, a fin antenna, heated rear seats, an armrest with a storage box, a new instrument panel and dome lights for the second row of seats.

Production of the station wagon and its cross-country version will begin in July 2017. Sales should be expected in September-October. There is also no talk about production volumes at AvtoVAZ yet. But along with the launch of these two models, the Grant in a liftback body will leave the Lada-Izhevsk assembly line. It will be transferred to Tolyatti, freeing up production capacity for new products.

The station wagon will retain the general style and rear elements - bumper and taillights. Unification allowed the manufacturer not to interfere with the car platform, limiting the growth of product costs as much as possible. There will be no problems with the supply of parts to the assembly line, and spare parts to the network of official service stations.

The cross-country version of the Vesta station wagon will differ in its external design. These are different bumpers and a plastic body kit. The clearance will also be different. For the station wagon it is the same as for the sedan - 178 millimeters. But the cross will become higher by 25 millimeters (203 mm). Vesta Cross and another salon will be received. The approach is generally accepted, tested on other cross-versions of Lada - Kalina and Largus.

As for power units, there is not much choice. For models with X DNA, AvtoVAZ has two engines (1.6, 106 hp and 1.8, 122 hp) and two transmissions (5AMT and 5MT). They will not put a weak 87 - a strong unit and a Japanese Jatco automatic machine on the Vesta and Xray family. And sales will most likely begin with a more powerful motor and “robot”.

If we talk about the competitors of the station wagon and the cross-country version of Vesta, then these will be all station wagons in a similar price range. Among the first are the Ford Focus, Kia Sid and all cars in the same body from the Middle Kingdom. There will also be some competition within the brand - Lada Largus. It's also a station wagon. But when choosing the concept of the new product, this was taken into account. Largus is more utilitarian and practical. In addition, it has an outdated design and strange ergonomic solutions - a legacy of Renault. But Vesta is a car of a completely different perception, technology and design.

As for the price, Nicolas More spoke about a conditional 800,000 rubles, without specifying what specific equipment was for. Most likely it will. Only budget configurations will cost less than the mentioned amount, and more equipped ones will be a little more expensive.

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And this fits well into the brand’s pricing policy. Now the Lada Vesta sedan is sold at prices ranging from 545,900 rubles to 735,900 rubles. And the most expensive civilian model of the brand is the Xray in the Exclusive package - 830,900 rubles. There is also a more expensive NFR, which the REGNUM news agency wrote about in the article “Charged cars on the Russian market. Lada versus Kia and Skoda."

But what do industry experts think about the release of upcoming new products, about their competitive advantages and disadvantages?

Nikolay Stepanov , regional director of the Russian AutoMotoClub (RAMK) comments

“The market does not need another resuscitation of the Nine, but a modern, safe and, of course, beautiful car. Vesta started with the most popular body type in our country - a sedan, but the appearance of a station wagon and an off-road version is a unique offer in this class, and, of course, will also be greeted with a bang by buyers. Station wagon models from foreign brands are at least 200,000 rubles more expensive, so the only competitors of the new product will be neighbors at LADA dealerships - Kalina and Largus.

Of course, the design of the new product makes the car visually more expensive. It’s no wonder that Lada’s chief designer, Steve Mattin, previously worked for Volvo, which specializes in station wagons. And AvtoVAZ’s future plans include the appearance of the Vesta Cross in a sedan body, and now on the Russian market there is only one sedan in the off-road modification of the Volvo S60. So Vesta has a very worthy company.”

“AvtoVAZ announced its new products at the right time. For two years the crisis raged on the domestic car market. Almost all brands have significantly “cut down” the presented assortment and modifications presented in the Russian Federation. Accordingly, the only direct competitor now seems to be the Kia Sid SV. And with it, the new Vesta station wagon can confidently compete in price (and also in design, since the car turned out to be very nice). But there are nuances.

If Vesta (station wagon or crossover) costs 800-900 thousand rubles, then for the consumer it will be in the same field as entry-level compact crossovers. There are a galaxy of Chinese here (the same Lifan x60), but there are guys who are more serious:

Renault Capture/Duster (Nissan Terrano). Even in the single-wheel drive version they have better cross-country ability and a comparable price. At the same time, despite the same platform, due to design and positioning they cover completely different target audiences.

Hyundai Creta in the near future, if basic versions are available to the masses.

Not so obvious, but strong competitors are seen as Hyundai Soul, Ford Ecosport and Kia Venga. These are also very roomy and comfortable single-volume cars for minimal money.

Lada releases the right models at the right time. They will definitely be in good demand. Especially if they don’t “fly away” to a higher price segment. After all, the closer you get to 1 million rubles, the harsher the competition becomes. There are already Skoda Octavia/Yeti, Ford Focus station wagon, Suzuki Vitara and others.”

LADA Vesta SW Cross configurations and prices

Select a package to view the basic and additional equipment that is included in it.

• Vesta SW Cross
• Vesta
• Vesta Cross
• Vesta SW
• Vesta Sport

The table contains the following data: name of the configuration, body, its engine (fuel, volume, power). Gearbox (MT - mechanical, AT - automatic, AMT - robotic, CVT - variator). Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h. Maximum vehicle speed. Fuel consumption per 100 km in liters (in the city | on the highway | in the combined cycle). Manufacturer's recommended price for a new car (may not be current, check with an official dealer). Official dealers and car showrooms where you can buy LADA Vesta SW Cross: LADA dealership centers

Competitors in the new car market for Vesta SW

If Vesta actually appears as a station wagon, it won’t have many competitors. Preliminary calculations show that the cost of the car will be approximately 700,000 rubles in a more or less decent configuration. Of course, with a new imported engine the car will cost more, but we will take average prices. In this case, the car may have problems, since the following competition looms in the new car market:

• The Lada Kalina station wagon is a much cheaper and more practical car, which may turn out to be quite a serious competitor to the new product if it receives a decent update of the technical part and can be improved;
• Ford Focus station wagon is another interesting project, the cost of which in the basic version today is 980,000 rubles, and here everything depends on the configuration and quality of the Vesta SW and on whether the company can obtain the required level of car;
• Hyundai i30 station wagon is another very promising and interesting car with an affordable price tag of 910,000 rubles, very attractive technical equipment with excellent characteristics;
• The KIA Ceed station wagon is another Korean project, which turns out to be even more affordable in cost, from 845,000 rubles, and in terms of technology it can surpass its main rivals, including the Lada Vesta SW.

So, in case of hopes for the incredible technical capabilities and unsurpassed appearance of the Lada, the company will suffer certain troubles in the market. If the corporation approaches pricing wisely and really sees its position in the market, then there will be a chance of getting normal sales. In each case there are certain nuances of promotion, but the new car market is not the only competition for a car.

What's in the cabin?

The interior of the Cross model can hardly be called luxurious; the basic equipment of the car is devoid of many options. However, you feel comfortable in the cabin, and all controls are at hand (see photo of the cabin). Moreover, despite the external asceticism, the ergonomics remain decent. The three-spoke steering wheel looks nice, and the seat materials are non-staining and durable.

There is enough space behind the wheel of the Lada Vesta Cross, and there are enough adjustments even for tall drivers. The profile of the seats is normal, except that the lateral support is quite “liquid” and I would like the lumbar support to be more reliable.

Subjective disadvantages and disadvantages of Lada Vesta Cross 2022 - 2018

The most serious drawback is the robot box, which is currently being installed on the assembly line and which migrated here from Priora. Yes, AvtoVAZ said that they completely redesigned it and tuned it.

But in fact, everything remained unchanged. Both on Priora and on Vesta. The robot also delays with switching, it can freeze, it can switch too early, so that the car nods. I read a lot on forums that the robot is adaptive and over time adapts to the driver’s driving style. But this didn’t happen to me. IMHO, mechanics, in this case, is the most preferable option.

The second disadvantage of the Lada Vesta SV Cross is that the suspension is very noisy. Now I’m not talking about specific breakdowns, when you change something and the noise disappears. It's all about the work itself. Even a fully operational car that rolls off the production line immediately starts to become noisy when entering the highway. Yes, if you moved from nine, you will feel progress and quiet operation of the suspension. And if you moved from the same Kia Rio or Solaris, which are Vesta’s classmates, you will undoubtedly understand that Vesta is much noisier.

The third subjective drawback of the Lada Vesta SV Cross is poor sound insulation. In the cabin you can hear the noise of the wheels, all the joints and unevenness of the road very well. And also a lot of crickets. Many Vesta sedan and station wagon owners simply coat the car with sound insulation immediately after purchase.

Next we move on to ergonomics. As for me, the controls for the power windows and heated seats are not very conveniently located. The power windows do not have an automatic mode. The seat belts are not located quite correctly, which is why it is not as convenient to fasten as in most foreign cars. Although over time you get used to it. If the steering wheel is made of imitation leather, it is not very comfortable, since in the heat your hands sweat and it becomes slippery.

Start of production and start of sales

The Lada Vesta, whose sales as a sedan exceeded all expectations, has also found many buyers in its new version. They waited for its appearance on purpose, did not buy a sedan, and now their expectations were embodied in plastic, rubber, glass and metal. Vesta sw and its cross-country version began to be produced at the Izhevsk plant at the end of June 2022, and sales started 4 months later, when the date October 25 began to show off on the calendar. On the same day, the cross version also went on sale, as previously planned, judging by information from official sources. At first there weren’t enough cars for everyone; new modifications were quickly sold out from official dealers. Most of the cars that have not yet been assembled were purchased through pre-orders. There were advertisements from resellers selling purchased new cars at a significant markup. After a couple of months, the excitement began to subside and station wagons began to appear for free sale in showrooms. For the first time, VAZ correctly calculated the marketing and released the right model at the right time? At least, previously VAZ could not even have dreamed of a significant demand for products (after the release of Vesta Cross). How long will this last? We will find out the answer in a short time, but for now all that remains is to observe the events taking place and rejoice in the success of the domestic manufacturer. In addition, not so long ago (April 10, 2018) in Kazakhstan, AvtoVAZ’s largest foreign market, sales of new “universal” Lada models started, their production was established at the Asia Auto plant in Ust-Kamenegorsk. Various configurations (similar to Russian ones, so we won’t focus on them) are already available for ordering and purchasing in 19 cities. Sales are carried out by branches.

Prices for all LADA cars

Sedan capabilities

After a test drive of the car was carried out in the city and on the highway, it was decided to drive on a country road. And due to the almost 18 cm of ground clearance, we were able to easily drive in those places where the Rio and Solaris began to touch the ground with their bottoms. Vesta, practically without slowing down, drove along a very deep rut, while the SUV drivers in front were in bewilderment when the domestic Lada Vesta blinked its headlights behind them. Carrying out such a very extreme test drive for the sedan, we understood that there was a high probability that a tow would be needed, but the car continued to calmly cope with the assigned tasks.

Moving along the highway, the car holds well at high speeds, so before even a strong climb, you can not be afraid to accelerate and go into third gear. By the way, on the new Lada, we had to feel the traction control system only once, when we missed a necessary turn. Therefore, the pre-prepared shovel and the accompanying SUV for towing never had to be used.

When we returned to the city, all test drive participants came to a unanimous opinion about the car. It really is worth the price. By the way, we recommend that off-road enthusiasts take care in advance about installing good crankcase protection. The factory installed option does not have the required level of protection and therefore stones can damage the engine.

Options and prices

Comfort

Lada Vesta SW Cross with a base engine in the standard Comfort configuration with 106 horsepower costs 906,000 rubles. The same variation with a 122 hp engine. valued at 930,000 rubles. The Comfort package will cost the most with a 113-horsepower engine and a CVT. The price of this combination is 991,000 rubles.

When purchasing a Lada Vesta SW Cross, the car will be supplied on 17-inch aluminum wheels. The optics are completely halogen, but front and rear fog lights are standard. Turn signal repeaters are built into the side mirrors. In addition, they are electrically heated and can be conveniently adjusted using a servo drive. Additional decorative elements in the exterior of the cross-station wagon include roof rails and a rear spoiler.

The salon has a combined upholstery as standard. In addition to the fact that the seats are electrically heated as standard, they have good lumbar support. Due to the fact that the driver's seat has a number of different adjustments, including height, as well as the ability to adjust the steering wheel not only by the angle of inclination, but also by reach, the driver will be able to choose the optimal position for himself for a comfortable and not tiring ride. At the same time, switching your favorite audio tracks from the multifunction steering wheel will ensure maximum safety and reduce unnecessary movements during the trip.

Despite the fact that full climate control is not available in this configuration, it boasts a pre-installed air conditioner, which is controlled from a unit located on the center console. In addition, the Comfort modification is equipped with a standard audio system, represented by a radio with support for radio, MP3, 4 speakers, USB, AUX and SD cards. Additional equipment of the Lada Vesta SW Cross includes a functional box in the trunk, as well as a curtain. There is a full-size spare wheel in a special niche in the luggage compartment. Electric windows are available not only to those sitting in the front of the Lada Vesta SW Cross. They are also in the back row.

Safety systems in the Comfort package include:

• frontal airbags;
• ISOFIX mount;
• ERA-GLONASS system;
• three-point seat belts;
• ABS;
• ESP;
• brake force distribution system;
• auxiliary braking system;
• turning on the hazard warning lights automatically during emergency braking;
• traction control system;
• hill start assist system;
• Cruise control;
• automatic door locking while driving;
• rear parking sensor.

Luxe

Prices for the Luxe package start from 959,000 rubles and reach their peak at around 1.107 million rubles. The fact is that this modification is offered with various optional packages. But as standard, its main differences from the Comfort version are the presence of rain and light sensors. Moreover, instead of 4 headrests, there are already 5 in the cabin. In addition to the side airbag, the safety systems are supplemented with the “walk me home” function, as well as dynamic cornering lighting.

Instead of an air conditioner, this configuration has a full-fledged climate control system, and additional lighting comes on when entering the cabin. By paying 44,000 rubles, the buyer activates the Multimedia package. In addition to the 7-inch touchscreen multimedia system with a rear camera, it also includes a leather-wrapped steering wheel and an electrically heated steering wheel. In addition, the version with a CVT in the Luxe configuration is also equipped with a special Prestige package. It includes LED ambient lighting, as well as heated first-row seats and a rear dividing armrest.

Drive Rear-wheel drive Number of gears (manual gearbox) 5 Front suspension Independent, McPherson spring, with stabilizer Rear suspension Semi-independent, coil spring Front brakes Disc Rear brakes Disc ABS yes Steering type Steering rack Power steering Electric power steering

Technical part and mythical capabilities of the Vesta SW crossover

Don't count on seeing a crossover. The Lada Vesta Cross concept car really looked quite similar to a passable and interesting station wagon, which would have benefited from all-wheel drive and a number of other SUV features. But Vesta SW will have none of this. Most likely, the company raises the car slightly above the ground, increasing the ground clearance. This will be done with safety factors for a comfortable trip. The main technical features of this machine will be the following:

• the base engine will be a 106-horsepower engine developed by a Russian company, which is still installed on the Vesta sedan today, quite an interesting unit;
• most likely, a 144 horsepower engine provided by the Renault-Nissan alliance for this project will be added to the line of both the station wagon and the future hatchback;
• gearboxes - traditional Russian-made MT, imported mechanics for the top-end unit, as well as AMT - domestic robotic gearbox;
• the suspension can be significantly changed in design after some experience in operating Vesta in a sedan, as well as for increased load on the stern;
• It is unlikely that peripheral equipment and other parts that have proven themselves well in the Lada Vesta sedan during operation in real conditions will change.

Such technical features make it quite easy to predict the high popularity of the station wagon. It should be noted that the incredible excitement is unlikely to be a reality in such conditions, since the cost of the car will clearly exceed the price of a sedan by a good one and a half to two hundred thousand. So this will be a fairly expensive car with good performance and decent performance. But its popularity in the market remains a mystery.

Configurations and prices of Lada Vesta SV Cross 2022

The cross country car will be available in 5 different versions. The car in basic equipment will cost 615 thousand rubles. The cost of expensively equipped cars can reach 850 thousand rubles.

Interior

The fact that the Skoda has passed the European New Car Assessment Program (Euro NCAP) test, while another competitor has not, makes it extremely safe. However, beyond the official crash test results, there are other things we need to know about.

Salon Skoda Rapid

Both cars belong to the small family car segment, which tends to classify them somewhere in the middle in terms of safety, but that doesn't help us solve our dilemma? Additionally, when it comes to weight, a factor that most people underestimate, the Russian car offers a marginal difference of 1%!more metal.

The dashboard is identical to the earlier Rapid, which in turn is shared with the VW Vento. The design is subdued, but everything is where you'd expect. The centerpiece is the new large and fairly clear 6.5-inch touchscreen with USB, AUX and Bluetooth support, as well as MirrorLink connectivity. Other new equipment includes rain-sensing wipers and electronically folding outside mirrors, which help bridge the gap between the Rapid and better-equipped rivals. Skoda's trademark 'smart features' come in the form of a card holder clip on the center console that stores all your passes and the like.

Frontal visibility for rear passengers is also not the best due to the large front seats. However, the presence of front and rear armrests, unlike the Vesta, is welcome. Other notable equipment includes tilt and telescopic steering, auto-dimming rearview mirror, cruise control, cooled glove compartment, climate control, rear air vent, one-touch power windows and remote windows. However, some features are noticeably missing, such as a rearview camera and an engine start/stop button.

Lada Vesta salon

Speaking of safety, Skoda offers ABS and dual front airbags as standard on all versions of the new Rapid. You also get roll control and electronic stability control with the DSG transmission. Skoda has a bad reputation when it comes to sales, but they have come a long way in making the process transparent and reliable. The car also makes less noise and has better insulation. They also offer a 4-year vehicle servicing program as standard with the new Rapid, which covers 4 years of warranty, 4 years of roadside assistance and an optional 4-year service package.

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Lada Vesta station wagon - appearance and main features of the car

The current head of AvtoVAZ, Bo Andersson, has repeatedly let slip about plans to produce this car, whose name is Lada West SW. The station wagon will be not so much an SUV as a family car with a slightly increased ground clearance. So you shouldn’t expect a crossover from the company. The appearance will be completely identical to the sedan, with the exception of the rear, which will receive a new trunk shape. So far the following facts are known about the appearance:

• there will be no additions or alterations from the standard form of the current sedan; most likely, an identical car awaits us, but in a new body that has potential;
• the popularity of station wagons in the country is very low, but the attractive and potentially affordable Vesta SW could change the situation a little and become a leader in the segment;
• the interior will most likely also remain untouched; there is no point in changing what a potential buyer has long liked about a sedan and remains quite relevant;
• the same materials will be used for production, you should not expect a sharp improvement in the quality of the car, its assembly or technical performance of components;
• the rear part of the station wagon will be planned approximately the same way as the Logan MCV car is presented today; this will be the first competitor of the Russian family car.

Renault is greatly assisting in the development of the car, and the corporation also borrows many technical solutions from Nissan. This helped us develop our own technical base and a number of interesting solutions in the car production process. Interestingly, the station wagon is not the only update of the corporation. Most likely, next year the world will see the aggressive and sporty Lada Vesta hatchback to replace a number of AvtoVAZ models.