Lada Vesta. Price: 554,900 - 847,900 rubles. Cars sold in January-August 2022: 47,780.
Lada Vesta. Price: 554,900 - 847,900 rubles. Cars sold in January-August 2022: 47,780.
If you look at the sales statistics, you don’t even have to start the article. According to the Association of European Businesses, in January-August of this year, Russians bought 47,780 Vests, and all their Chinese classmates combined - 15 times less, 3,182 cars! Moreover, the lion's share of this amount came from Lifan Solano, which was chosen by 2,259 buyers. Perhaps some model from the Middle Kingdom is greatly underestimated? Let's figure it out.
Geely Emgrand 7
The second most successful model from the Middle Kingdom is the Geely Emgrand 7. But this success must be put in quotation marks: only 419 cars were sold in eight months. Some believe that in terms of dimensions Vesta can be considered a full-fledged C-class, and Geely is larger in almost all respects: by 221 mm in length, by 25 mm in width and by 15 mm in wheelbase. Emgrand 7 is sold with a 1.5-liter engine with output of 106 hp. and a manual transmission or a 129-horsepower 1.8 engine, which can be equipped with a CVT as an alternative to mechanics.
Geely Emgrand 7. Price: 649,000 - 799,000 rubles. Cars sold in January-August 2017: 419.
Geely Emgrand 7. Price: 649,000 - 799,000 rubles. Cars sold in January-August 2022: 419.
Geely Emgrand 7 is more expensive than Vesta. The basic version will cost 649,000 rubles, and it will already have a stabilization system, air conditioning, a keyless entry and engine start system, heated seats and “music”. The top-end Luxury package costs at least 770,000 rubles and is available only with the 1.8 engine. It will have six airbags, climate and cruise control, navigation, electric driver's seat, sunroof and leather seat trim. Noticeably richer than Vesta!
Technical characteristics of Lifan X60 and Chery Tiggo FL
| Lifan X60 | Chery Tiggo FL | |
| Dimensions (L x W x H), mm | 4325 × 1790 × 1690 | 4285 × 1765 × 1715 |
| Curb weight, kg | 1 330 | 1 365 |
| Ground clearance, mm | 180 | 190 |
| Trunk volume, l | 405 | 520 |
| Fuel tank volume, l | 55 | 55 |
| Engine | petrol 1.8, 128 l. With. | petrol 1.6, 126 hp |
| Transmission | manual, 5-speed | manual, 5-speed |
| Drive unit | front | front |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h, s | 14,5 | 14 |
| Maximum speed, km/h | 170 | 160 |
| Average fuel consumption, l/100 km | 8,2 | 6,7 |
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DFM H30 Cross
The “bronze” position in terms of sales among its Chinese counterparts was taken by the DFM H30 Cross. It can be called a rival of Vesta with some stretch, because it is a hatchback masquerading as a crossover. Moreover, its ground clearance, 175 mm, is even less than that of the “road” Lada (178 mm). What can we say about the SW Cross station wagon entering the market, which has 203 mm under the bottom. But the H30 looks nice and has a classic Aisin automatic (albeit a 4-speed one) in its arsenal.
DFM H30 Cross. Price: 649,000 - 709,000 rubles. Cars sold in January-August 2017: 346.
DFM H30 Cross. Price: 649,000 - 709,000 rubles. Cars sold in January-August 2022: 346.
Of the two trim levels, Comfort with a manual transmission and Luxury with an automatic transmission, the second one looks preferable, but it does not shine with wealth. For 709,000 rubles you will get a car with a 117-horsepower engine, a sunroof, power accessories, a rear view camera, cruise and climate control. There will be only four airbags, and there will be no ESP and navigation at all. In addition, it will turn out to be a 2016 car, when 2018 is just around the corner. Not the best deal.
Dimensions
A comparative analysis of the dimensions of the cars in question shows that the Lifan X60 is slightly larger than the XRay, but the minimum turning radius is the same for both cars. The superiority in dimensions has a positive effect on the interior size and trunk volume of the Lifan X60, however, at the same time, the Lada XRay has as much as 16 cm more ground clearance, which is an important factor when assessing the crossover’s cross-country ability.
The main dimensions of the Lifan x 60 and Lada X-Ray are summarized in the table for easy comparison:
The size of the rear overhang of the Lifan X60 explains the difference in the volume of the luggage compartments; it is 44 liters in favor of the X60. The more spacious trunk of the Lifan, which forms a “flat floor” with the seat backs folded, is naturally an advantage of the car.
FAW Oley and Brilliance H230
FAW Oley and Brilliance H230 played extras in our company. Their sales are scanty, the cars do not have the most attractive design, to put it mildly, and are also noticeably inferior to Vesta in size. Thus, the Oley wheelbase is 110 mm shorter, the H230 is 65 mm shorter. With such introductory information, it is clear why buyers do not fall for even low prices. FAW costs 503,100 rubles, Brilliance - from 459,900 rubles.
FAW Oley. Price: 503,100 rubles. Cars sold in January-August 2017: 135. |
Brilliance H230. Price: 459,900 - 529,900 rubles. Cars sold in January-August 2022: 17. |
Sales statistics and prices of Lada Vesta and competitors of Chinese brands
| Model | Sales for January-August 2022, pcs. | Price range, rubles |
| Lada Vesta | 47 780 | 554 900 — 847 900 |
| Lifan Solano | 2259 | 509 900 — 654 900 |
| Geely Emgrand 7 | 419 | 649 000 — 799 000 |
| DFM H30 Cross | 346 | 649 000 — 709 000 |
| FAW Oley | 135 | 503 100 |
| Brilliance H230 | 17 | 459 900 — 529 900 |
| Zotye Z300 | 6 | 599 990 — 679 990 |
Zotye Z300. Price: 599,990 - 679,990 rubles. Cars sold in January-August 2022: 6.
Zotye Z300. Price: 599,990 - 679,990 rubles. Cars sold in January-August 2022: 6.
As we see, the “Chinese threat” is somewhat exaggerated. Competition between the Lada Vesta and cars from the Middle Kingdom is a one-sided game. Even the best of their representatives are unable to show any decent sales against the background of the Togliatti flagship. And new models from China no longer have a reasonable price. We see this in the example of the latest new products - crossovers and middle-class sedans. It was not possible to conquer the Russian market of the Celestial Empire. At least for the fall of 2022.
Lada Vesta against the “Chinese” - ZR examination
Compare Lada X Ray and Nissan Qashqai
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Lada Xray vs Renault Duster
Many car owners note the similarities in almost every detail between the Lada X-Ray and the Renault Duster, which is why the public is extremely enthusiastic about thoroughly comparing these two cars and finding the best of them. The cars have a non-specialized origin, since AvtoVAZ is also part of the Renault Nissan Alliance association. Lada X-Ray and Renault Duster are manufactured in accordance with new developments in the automotive industry and are adapted for Russian roads, so the struggle between them will be very difficult.
The article talks about comparing the Lada X Ray and the Nissan Qashqai, compiled from the opinions and experiences of car owners.
Xray and Renault Duster are direct competitors because they are aimed at a non-specialized client audience. Car owners who buy a crossover are inadvertently faced with the problem of choosing between these two cars.
Dimensions and Appearance
Renault Duster has the appearance of a simple SUV that was made as a lightweight, low-status city car. In the redesigned version, Renault Duster looks quite modern and fashionable. The car has brutal outlines, its exaggerated shapes look quite organic. The shape of the wings gives the Duster volume and makes the outline of the car inimitable and recognizable. The brand emblem, which is familiar to the whole world, is located at the front of the car and is surrounded by a huge number of chrome inserts. Chrome stripes slowly flow into the headlights, which complement the image and fit correctly into the Renault Duster design concept. The look is completed by rectangular doors and stunning roof rails. The car has huge ground clearance, a huge discreet bumper and trunk lid.
You can read the latest news about comparing the Lada X Ray and Nissan Qashqai on our website in the near future.
Lada X-Ray has sharper and more brutal features. Looking at this car, you think that it is a predator, hiding before an amazing high-speed leap. The front end of the Xray is equipped with appropriate features that give it a distinctive look. The headlights, coupled with an air absorber and a radiator grille, form an X-shaped symbol, which is a signature feature of the latest AvtoVAZ models. Discs with a diameter of sixteen inches look too huge; most critics note this point and say that the Lada X-Ray would look better on seventeen discs.
Informational and entertaining video about comparing the Lada X Ray and the Nissan Qashqai, the best moments and comments from the presenters.
Appearance of opponents
Both cars come with certain exterior features. The Russian specimen stands out for its sportiness and aggression, while the “Chinese” has masculinity and balance.
- The Chinese model now looks much more attractive, more courageous and more original than the previous modification, while retaining the same features. The designers added dimensions to the body. The front part of the Lifan Solano 2 includes a fairly voluminous radiator grille, proportionally built into the aesthetic front end. The headlights are located at a slight angle, which gives the appearance some seriousness. The profile benefits from well-mounted, attractive lights wrapping around the large bumper and trunk.
- Lada Vesta is distinguished by a modern “X-style” running along the entire dynamic body. The stampings fit together perfectly and form sharp corners, creating the impression of a stretched letter “X”. The body is memorable for its proud relief. The trunk has a rounded shape, and therefore the rear is rationally combined with the front of the vehicle. The front end is distinguished by graceful optics and a radiator with non-trivial outlines. Aggression and modernity are the impressions generated by the exterior of the new product.
Appearance of cars
On a note!
Lada Vesta has a sufficient advantage in the choice of available body colors. There are 12 varieties of shades, and there are also additions in the form of a metallic effect. Opponents in the person of Lifan Solano 2 cannot please us with such a list.
