When choosing a car, it is important to study not only its technical characteristics, but also the dimensions of the body, interior and trunk. Compare these values with competitors and evaluate all the pros and cons of the car before purchasing. In this reference article you will find all the overall dimensions of the Lada Kalina 2nd generation that interest you, as well as the dimensions of the trunk and interior of this car.
Dimensions Lada Kalina 2 station wagon
The overall dimensions of the car are shown in the diagram. The basic dimensions are as follows: length – 4084 mm, width – 1700 mm, height – 1504 mm.
The overall dimensions of the Lada Kalina Cross are slightly different from the basic version. The length of the body is 20 mm longer, the height is 56 mm larger, and the width remains the same. The interior dimensions of the regular version and the “off-road” version are the same. All these values are indicated in the diagram:
The trunk is this car's trump card. Its volume is 355 liters, and with the rear seats folded down it is as much as 670 liters. The dimensions of the trunk of the Lada Kalina 2 station wagon are shown in the diagram:
Price bonus from the manufacturer
Many car owners (fans of AvtoVAZ “brainchildren”) rightfully believe that the Lada Kalina station wagon version is practically the best budget car in its sector. And not only thanks to the spacious trunk. This version also boasts a good appearance, that is, the design solutions applied. And also - an affordable price tag. Indeed, AvtoVAZ offered decent prices for this model. So today it is one of the most “popular” versions of cars.
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Dimensions of Lada Kalina 2 hatchback
The hatchback car is 191 mm shorter than the station wagon, 4 mm lower, the width has not changed. The interior dimensions also differ, for example, in a hatchback there is less space above the head of the rear passenger, as well as the distance from the knees to the back of the front seat. You can study in more detail the dimensions of the body and interior of the Lada Kalina 2 hatchback in the following diagram:
The trunk volume is 240 liters, with the rear seats folded down it increases to 550 liters. The dimensions of the hatchback trunk are significantly smaller, both in width and length. All sizes presented in the article are taken from the Autoreview website.
Let us remind you that on the website you can study in more detail the technical characteristics of the Lada Kalina, as well as find reports on tuning and modifications of this car.
Key words: trunk Lada Kalina
When buying a car, for most people, not only technical characteristics are important, but also trunk volume. Moreover, with other similar parameters, it is the trunk volume that often turns out to be the decisive factor when choosing a specific car.
Station wagons LADA Kalina, Priora: We are not stokers, not carpenters
Folding ladder, box with wrenches, box with wires, tray with small tools. The only thing missing is the fitter cats. The voluminous and rather heavy luggage moves into the bowels of the Kalina, and the movers are already grumbling: everything seems to be fine - the trunk capacity is enough for most items, the opening is wide enough, there is no risk of crashing your head into the open door, but transferring heavy items over the high side is not very convenient . Have you downloaded everything? No, no matter how much we turned the folded stepladder, we couldn’t fit it in; there was no room left for a portable generator either. But it is possible to increase the cargo compartment by folding the rear sofa.
Station wagons LADA Kalina, Priora
They didn’t waste time on trifles - they removed the backrests entirely, and not in parts. Now it’s another matter: the ladder fits. True, she lay down a little crookedly: although the back of the sofa does not form a step, it protrudes with a small hump. Okay, the main thing is that everyone took it - at least go to the most difficult object. But we’re not in a hurry: we’ll have to load all our belongings into the Priora’s trunk—we’ll check its capabilities. Get to work!
Station wagons LADA Kalina, Priora
It is better for tall “high-altitude climbers” to bend down - here the door hangs a little closer to the head. But it is much more important that it is easier to lift the boxes: the loading height is less, and the side is half as low as in Kalina. Are you packed? Why did one of the boxes seem to have fallen through somewhere? It turns out that the side elements of the raised floor hang over the niches in the wings without any support. This means that a heavy load should be placed only in the middle of the floor, above the spare wheel. And so they did. And we realized: there is more free space here. True, the ill-fated generator with a ladder was left behind. Let’s resort to transforming the salon “furniture” again.
Station wagons LADA Kalina, Priora
Having unfolded the seat, we discovered that we could safely add another one of the same type to our “installer’s kit”. A stepladder lay on the flat floor and the tools were laid out. What to do with free space? Of course, the supply has never bothered anyone - what if for particularly complex work you need additional equipment, bulky and heavy? In such a situation, Priora will help out the owner, but its competitor will not.
LADA Kalina station wagon
Station wagons LADA Kalina, Priora
Well, what is it like for our installers behind the wheel? There are no revelations here - both cars are already familiar. High seating position, good visibility, decent cabin width - the layout of the Kalina's interior space deserves high praise. In addition, one cannot help but notice how much the build quality has increased compared to copies from earlier batches. What will the passengers say? After you unload some of the equipment to seat your household, they will rejoice at the unexpected space. But here’s what’s not good: even in the event of a minor accident, it is the occupants of the rear sofa that will be at risk - there are seat belts, but not a single headrest!
LADA Priora station wagon
Station wagons LADA Kalina, Priora
Compared to its rival, Priora seems more strict. and comfortable, despite the low driving position, small exterior mirrors, and high box armrest, which makes it difficult to engage even-numbered gears. But the panel is neat, the instruments are easy to read, and the microclimate controls are convenient. If you move to the back, you will lose a fair amount of optimism - it’s a bit cramped here. Especially for a large passenger: the ceiling presses on him from above, and the back of the driver’s seat in front.
Station wagons LADA Kalina, Priora
However, our installer friends do not live by their luggage alone - we still need to get to construction! On the move, Kalina evokes conflicting feelings. It seems that the 1.4-liter engine (this is the version tested) can be confidently called modern (and economical), but its power is not enough even for an empty car. How will it accelerate when fully loaded? The station wagon loses all semblance of dynamics and, like a KamAZ with a full tank, becomes an obstacle to the flow. What a flow there is - even at the start the engine choke, you have to add gas, fire the clutch.
Station wagons LADA Kalina, Priora
“Priora” is somewhat similar to its rival. The same “empty” steering wheel (its rotation is accompanied by a quiet but annoying buzzing of the electric booster), quite decent smoothness. But the dynamics are much better, even with the air conditioning on. It is clear that with it the car accelerates not as quickly as with it not working, but there is no need to be ashamed. And if you remember that, according to the passport data, the fuel consumption of both station wagons is almost the same, then the conclusion which one wins suggests itself. However…
Station wagons LADA Kalina, Priora
Our high-altitude friends will not only have to carry tools on weekdays, but also their families on weekends, and first of all, they will have to pay when buying a car. Most likely, the deciding factor in their choice will be the price. So, you will have to pay more for the advantages of the Priora, and the working person will certainly weigh whether the thing is worth the money.
Exterior
According to the configuration and dimensions of the Lada-Kalina hatchback, its body is classified as a five-door modification, since the interior can be easily accessed through the luggage compartment. The length of the vehicle has not changed, amounting to 4.04 meters, and the width has decreased to 1.7 m with a height of 1.5 m.
Despite minor differences, the car in question received an unchanged wheelbase. At the front, this figure is 1.43 meters, at the rear – 1.41 m. In this version, the car has an increased load capacity, while the ground clearance has not changed (16 centimeters).
Features of luggage racks
Cargo compartments for Lada Kalina vehicles have some special features. They must be taken into account by motorists who choose equipment for specific transportation conditions:
- Increasing cargo capacity due to the folded rear passenger seats of the Lada is much easier and faster than similar cars in this class.
- The luggage compartment lid rises 60 cm higher than on models in similar classes. This is quite convenient for frequent loading and unloading of Kalina.
- It is possible to install an additional non-standard roof box for transporting things. Kalina's load capacity increases by 40% if you use lightweight roof racks consisting only of crossbars and the main unit.
Internal equipment and load capacity parameters
The interior of the Lada-Kalina hatchback (photo below) has undergone virtually no changes. The rear seat has received updated fastenings that allow you to quickly dismantle the sofa, significantly increasing the luggage compartment (from 350 to 650 liters). The load capacity figures for such a spacious trunk are impressive. The maximum permissible weight, including the driver and four passengers, is 0.5 tons. In addition, the car is able to transport a trailer on a tow bar whose weight does not exceed 0.9 tons. The additional device must be equipped with a brake unit. In its absence, the permissible weight is reduced by half.
Such high load capacity is achieved thanks to the suspension design. The machine is equipped with an independent frontal system with springs and shock absorbers. At the rear there is a semi-independent axle configuration, the central part is tightly fixed to the body, the wheels move in height independently of each other.
Description
Externally, the car meets all the requirements of modern fashion. The smooth contours of the body give it elegance.
The designers did a very good job on the headlights. The location of the rear lamps is good - they beautifully frame the trunk door.
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The ground clearance of the Kalina Sport is quite high and amounts to 185 millimeters, the station wagon has a lower landing - 160, but this allows it to easily move over rough terrain and broken roads. The car drives through even large potholes smoothly and smoothly.
The size of the trunk should be recognized as rather modest - only 350 liters, but the situation is corrected by the fact that if necessary, it will not be difficult to increase it by another 300 liters by folding the rear row of seats.
This allows you to transport bulky items. The trunk threshold is conveniently located - this makes loading and unloading as comfortable as possible.
Compared to the Kalina Priora, the station wagon, of course, has a more elegant interior design, but overall the first car is not much inferior in practicality and comfort.
Thanks to the wide doorways, it became very comfortable to sit in the cabin. The driver's seat is more ergonomic and the instrument layout is better than previous models. All buttons and control levers are located close to the steering wheel, and because of this it is not difficult to use them.
The manufacturer used high-quality plastic to make the interior panels. All elements fit well and do not make unnecessary sounds when moving.
The seats are comfortable, although their upholstery material looks, compared to foreign cars, rather poor and unpretentious. Both the driver and passengers have the opportunity to adjust the seat backs to suit themselves.
There is only one drawback - the driver's seat cannot be adjusted in height. But Kalina’s owners note that in general the review is already beyond praise.
The car is equipped with air conditioning. It is not difficult to control the air conditioning system, since the buttons are located on the instrument panel. Moreover, in the luxury configuration the car comes with a navigator.
Power unit
Despite the specific dimensions of the Lada-Kalina hatchback, from the beginning of production all modifications were equipped with a gasoline engine. Below are its main characteristics:
- number of cylinders – 4 pieces;
- volume – 1.6 l;
- number of valves – 8 or 16;
- the minimum power parameter on eight valves in combination with a five-mode gearbox is 87 hp;
- speed – 3800 rotations per minute;
- The rated power of the engine with 16 valves is 98 hp. With.;
- The highest horsepower figure was produced by the 16-valve version paired with a five-speed manual transmission (106 hp).
Other operating parameters
The top speed of the Lada-Kalina hatchback depended little on its dimensions. This parameter was influenced by the type of motor. With the weakest engine, the car developed no more than 170 km/h, and with powerful modifications it reached about 182 km/h. The vehicle accelerated to “hundreds” in 11-13 seconds. These characteristics had virtually no effect on fuel consumption. In mixed mode the parameter was 6.4-7.3 liters per 100 km. On average, a full gas tank (50 l) was enough for 650-700 kilometers.
Technical points
The domestic manufacturer, unlike the foreign one, indicates the value taking into account the full load. The ground clearance level of Kalina Lada and Renault Duster is almost the same. Without a load, the ground clearance of the 2nd car fluctuates between 20.5-21 cm, and the model in question is less than the specified value.
When carrying out measuring work, take into account the technical characteristics and design features of the machine (mm):
- under the crankcase of a manual or automatic transmission - 195-210;
- under the threshold of the front tires - 230;
- under the power unit - 210.
The ground clearance of the Lada Kalina 2 station wagon coincides with the hatchback body and is equal (mm):
- at maximum load under the engine crankcase - more than 160;
- at full load under the gearbox - more than 145-160.
The parameters of these models are different. The length of the hatchback body is 3.893 m, and that of the station wagon is 4.084 m. The distance between the front and rear axles is 2.476 m. The height of the first model is 1.5 m. The ground clearance of the Lada Kalina 2 station wagon is greater, as there are roof rails.
The weight of a vehicle of any configuration ranges from 1524-1605 kg. In the Cross technical data sheet, the manufacturer indicates the ground clearance without load (21 cm). The car is made in a single-wheel drive version.
If you install 15-inch wheels on the Kalina Cross, then the distance will increase to 16 (including the rear and front tracks). The level of the indicator for the Kalina Cross in the all-wheel drive version with a load is 188 mm. If you shorten the steering rack travel, then the turning radius of the vehicle will reach 5.5 m. If the model is equipped with an automatic transmission, then the ground clearance level under the crankcase (mm) is 195, and under the threshold of the front tires - 230.
Engine
Regardless of the size of the Lada-Kalina hatchback, engine modernization is carried out using standard methods:
- they bore the cylinder head intake channels, which makes it possible to increase the filling of the cylinders with the air-fuel composition, which has a positive effect on the power of the power unit;
- standard injectors are replaced with analogues with increased performance, ensuring the same fuel supply in all operating modes;
- instead of a standard intake manifold, a shortened element is mounted, which makes it possible to optimize the operation of the intake system at high speeds;
- install a filter air element with zero resistance, reducing air resistance while simultaneously improving the filling of the cylinders with the working mixture;
- they reduce the diameter of the valve stem at the plate, which helps to increase the fuel throughput;
- the standard exhaust assembly is replaced with a direct-flow device, improving the removal of gases from the combustion chambers with an increase in power parameters;
- Configure the electronic unit in specialized services.
How to influence the clearance level?
How to increase the clearance in your car? If you install wheels with an increased diameter and profile, then the ground clearance will certainly “increase”. It is interesting to consider an example of such forced action when using wide 215x55xR15 tires. With an increase in profile by 5%, the increase in clearance is 1 mm. Adding another five percent to the profile will increase the clearance by 2.5 mm.
If you are inclined to increase the wheel size, you should take a look at the factory recommendations. The maximum size of factory-installed tires reaches 185x60xR14 for the standard version of the Lada Kalina 2 and 185x55xR15 for the Cross version. Theoretically, it is possible to install a tire size of 195x40xR17, however, one should take into account the risk of tires hitting the wheel arches when driving over uneven surfaces and other consequences for the suspension that can cause its premature wear due to the increased weight of the wheels.
Also, an increased tire height can shift the center of gravity upward, which will worsen handling. Another important aspect is the danger of deformation of the rubber profile of the tire under the influence of the same increased weight. Here again there is a risk of rollover when cornering at increased speed, because body roll inevitably increases.
Let's also note the positive aspects of the larger wheels. This is not only an increase in ground clearance, but also an improved ability of the body as a whole to perceive unevenness in the road surface. The ride of the car is soft and smooth. Now you know how to increase the clearance of Kalina.
Brake system
The price of the new Lada Kalina does not include disc brakes. For the efficiency of the specified unit, this procedure is carried out independently or at a service station. On the standard version of the car in question, the price of which starts from 600 thousand rubles, rear drums and front discs are mounted. The system can be upgraded by installing all four disk analogues. Having minimal skills and tools, the manipulation is easy to do yourself.
Factory modifications of domestic cars are equipped with not the highest quality wheels. Updating them won't be difficult. Cast elements significantly transform the appearance of the vehicle. You can improve road grip and also reduce the braking distance by installing good tires.
Hatchback specifications
Lada Kalina hatchback, shown in Fig. 1, is offered to the buyer in various versions. In its family there are also not very expensive cars, including strong engines, manual transmissions, electric front windows, steering wheel adjustment, central locking, alarm, and immobilizer. More expensive models are equipped with airbags, a good media system, air conditioning, a heating system for mirrors and front windows, fog lights, and have a combined seat trim. VAZ technical characteristics vary depending on the model configuration:
Via the USB port, it became possible to play video and music in the same format. The display responds well to pressure and scrolls smoothly. The quality of information presented on the screen is good, and it does not depend on weather conditions. The ergonomics of the car have been raised to the European level in all respects. The location and design of the controls are reminiscent of the Skoda design. A torpedo with buttons for heated seats, control of external lighting, the presence of cup holders and ashtrays, information data from the on-board computer - almost all of this was copied from a Skoda car.
Technical characteristics of Kalina 2
The new Kalina is equipped with a good course stability system: the hatchback runs smoothly on a straight road, without any yaw on the sides. This is helped by tightly clamped shock absorbers, which affect the smoothness of movement, so there can be no vertical swing. When driving on rough roads, the car easily goes over small bumps and dents, and the vibration of the steering wheel is minimal. Deep depressions respond to the car with a dull thud, and the front suspension reacts especially loudly to potholes. Even the Luxury model is still filled with tire noise when there is oncoming air flow. The Lux engine is almost silent up to 5000 rpm. Ground clearance is 14.5 cm - when fully loaded, the Lada Kalina hatchback does not cling to the road surface with either the bumper or the bottom.
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