We present to your attention a test drive of Priora Luxury, a video review of the most expensive and exclusive version of Priora.
The factory comes with a mobilizer and central locking with remote control. Moreover, only the driver’s door opens with one click; to open the passenger doors, you need to press again. The central locking is closed with one press of a button on the key. This means that there is a rather primitive anti-theft system.
Description Priora hatchback
This is a restyled brand, it has the features of the 10th model, which are noticeable in the appearance of the Priora. The interior of the Lada Priora hatchback luxury 2013 meets the latest requirements. The designers have removed all the unpleasant errors that are noticeable in the exterior of the tenth model. So, for example, the line between the body and the roof at the rear pillars became invisible, and the rear arches were changed and the gaps at the body were reduced.
The design of this car was developed by professionals from Italy. The interior of the cabin especially stands out; the sound insulation has become much better. This model is available in two versions:
- 1.6 l, 72 kW (98 horsepower);
- 1.6 l, 78 kW (106 hp).
The brand is produced in different configurations. One of the available models includes an airbag for the driver, power steering, and electric windows and mirrors. But you need to buy the speaker system yourself. In 2013, AvtoVAZ released a restyled Priora hatchback brand, and a year later they produced a model with an automatic transmission.
Salon
In the luxury version of Priora 2 we see exclusive interior trim and ebony panel trim. Chrome gear lever surround. The steering wheel has the same finish. In principle, a good design decision.
The Priora luxury salon looks much better than the salon of a regular Priora, and even more so a Granta. They could have added more sparkle to the seats. They are also a new model, and by themselves they already cost 19 thousand rubles. They have protection, but there are no height adjustments. They are adjustable only for the angle of inclination, but the mechanism for this has become better. There is a headrest, but it is not adjustable. We adjusted the armrest and made it at an angle. There is a cup holder.
There is also a rain sensor that automatically turns the wipers on and off. The light sensor also works (for example, the headlights automatically turn on when entering a tunnel). There is an option for automatic light control, front and rear fog lights, headlight height and backlight adjustment.
Side airbags. Moreover, the Lada Priora 2016 has them, not like in foreign cars in the roof or pillars, but in the backs of the front seats. There are also front airbags for front passengers, one of them in the steering wheel.
There is climate control, it works surprisingly quietly. Quite simple, the desired temperature is set and there are “Auto” modes or manual adjustment. It works well, maybe not as accurate as on foreign cars.
One of the changes in the luxury version is a heated windshield, but the negative point is that there are small stripes on it.
Another new option is stability control. But it is not visible on the panel whether it is turned on or not. The icon appears only when you turn on the ignition. A radio with a touch screen that can be activated by pressing a button. The speakers play well.
Technical characteristics of Lada Priora hatchback
The VAZ of this model is practically indistinguishable from a sedan, the characteristics and engines are also of the same type. The brand is equipped with a 16-valve engine.
| Characteristic | Size |
| Length | 4210 mm |
| Width | 1680 mm |
| Height | 1420 mm |
| Weight | 1578 kg |
| Engine capacity | 1596 cm³ |
Refueled with AI-95 gasoline.
Lada Priora hatchback
The Lada Priora hatchback (VAZ 2172) replaced the VAZ 2112 model. Production of the car started at the Volzhsky Automobile Plant in February 2008 - about a year later than the Priora sedan. According to the automaker, more than 950 changes and over two thousand new parts were made to the design of the model, compared to its predecessor.
With all this, externally the Priora hatchback is not too much different from the “two-piece”. The car received more modern lighting technology, retouched bumpers, new fenders and a hood, but the car’s profile remained virtually unchanged.
Configurations and prices of Lada Priora hatchback 2015 / VAZ 2172
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| Equipment | Price | Engine | Box | Drive unit |
| 1.6 MT standard | 443 300 | gasoline 1.6 (106 hp) | mechanics (5) | front |
| 1.6 (98 hp) Norm MT | 454 300 | gasoline 1.6 (98 hp) | mechanics (5) | front |
| 1.6 AMT standard | 488 000 | gasoline 1.6 (106 hp) | robot (5) | front |
| 1.6 Lux MT | 514 100 | gasoline 1.6 (106 hp) | mechanics (5) | front |
| 1.6 Luxury AMT | 534 100 | gasoline 1.6 (106 hp) | robot (5) | front |
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Of course, the dimensions of the car have not changed. The overall length of the five-door Priora is 4,210 mm (wheelbase - 2,492 mm), width - 1,680 mm, height - 1,435 mm, ground clearance (clearance) is 165 mm.
Thus, compared to the sedan, the Priora hatchback is 140 mm shorter and 15 mm higher. The trunk volume of the five-door is 70 liters less (360 liters versus 430 on the sedan). But if you fold the back of the rear sofa, its volume increases to a decent 705 liters.
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The interior of the car, compared to its predecessor, has noticeably changed. It was developed jointly with Italian designers from the Carcerano company. The driver's airbag is hidden in the new steering wheel, improved materials are used in the decoration, and a nice clock appears on the center console.
Under the hood of the Lada Priora Hatchback, 1.6-liter gasoline engines are installed. The car in the initial “Standard” configuration is equipped with an 81-horsepower eight-valve engine, and all other versions are equipped with a more modern 16-valve engine producing 98 hp. Both are paired with a non-alternative 5-speed manual transmission.
Compared to the sedan, the price of the Lada Priora hatchback 2015 is 8,000 more expensive. The cost of “Norma”, depending on the installed equipment, varies from 443,000 to 488,000 rubles. And the five-door in the “Lux” configuration is offered from 514,100 to 534,100 rubles.
For comparison, the equipment of the basic five-door includes only an airbag for the driver, front windows and central locking with remote control. But the luxury Priora hatchback already sports two airbags, ABS, light and rain sensors, full power accessories, climate control, a standard audio system, leatherette upholstery and much more.
In September 2014, sales of the Priora hatchback with a robotic transmission from the German company ZF began, which is available only for cars in the “Lux” configuration with a 106-horsepower 1.6-liter engine.
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Competitors of Lada Priora Hatchback
Chevrolet Aveo HB, Fiat Punto, Hyundai Solaris HB, KIA Rio HB, Mazda 2, Opel Corsa, Renault Sandero, Renault Sandero Stepway, Skoda Fabia
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Priora hatchback: test drive
Numerous tests determined the new brand of this car. During the test, both the strong qualities of the car and shortcomings on the part of the Volzhsky Automobile Plant were noted. The advantages include the motor. The car is able to pick up speed from a standstill and it seems that it has not 98 hp, but more. During testing, the car accelerated to 200 km/h. With these indicators, it is noted that the motor is very economical.
The manual transmission (manual transmission) looks normal, like all VAZ brands. The downside is that the armrest is located a little differently; some gears are not very convenient to shift. The advantages include the suspension, it was made quite reliably, and ground clearance. They were developed taking into account our roads: dirt roads and some off-road conditions, thereby ensuring a smooth ride for the car. You can't help but pay attention to the sound insulation, it has been improved. There is almost no extraneous noise felt inside; this, of course, does not apply to engine noise.
Either the disadvantages or advantages include the steering part of this car. The steering wheel, which is equipped with an electric power steering, can immediately respond to the touch of your hands; this does not require any effort. In high-speed mode, this innovation may raise doubts. One of the shortcomings of the car is that the front seats have little travel. But the VAZ of this modification is considered the best car in the domestic automobile industry.
Driving performance
A test drive of the Priora Lux showed that the suspension is even more comfortable than that of some more expensive cars. Such as Polo, Rio or Solaris. There it is denser, here it is a little softer, but this is better for our roads. She walks normally even over bumps. If it were a little stiffer, handling would be better, but comfort would suffer. Anything softer would be too soft. Here it is quite balanced.
The discs are small, but the suspension was made specifically for them and it handles the road well. The steering wheel is new and comfortable. It's tight when we drive on the highway. When we drive around the city, the electric power steering automatically turns on at low speeds.
The pedals are located normally and work well. Soft, smooth, sensitive brake, electronic pedal. The engine speed does not immediately drop, the car does not jerk when switching.
They installed new type boxes, but this did not affect the switching. The gears are not always engaged the first time; on the Grant they work better. Average fuel consumption is 7.1 liters.
The car has understeer.
There is also ABS, an emergency braking assist system. The engine is quite noisy, but it is the same on cheap foreign cars.
Car tuning
This is a very inexpensive, but in appearance a solid car. But almost all of our production cars, without exception, have differences in monotony. Due to this, you can get lost among the large selection of foreign cars. This situation can be corrected with the help of additional tuning accessories. The laconic appearance is changed due to the front hood, bumper grille, wheel arches, and fenders. With side skirts, you can make the car look squat, and the features of a sports car will be added to the appearance.
For example, some accessories for the sports complex will give the VAZ 2014 a stylish look and improve its aerodynamic properties. With voluminous and streamlined bumpers they will make the car more elegant and give it an aggressive look. VAZ tuning is often aimed at the sports modification of the Lada Priora Sport. But this car is styled, in addition to the sports class, also as a classic. A huge range of tuning for the VAZ 2014 provides great opportunities for a creative approach.
Description of the 2014 model
At the MOTOREXPO 2013 automobile show, which took place on September 27 and 29, the domestic auto industry VAZ presented the latest model VAZ 2172 hatchback. Its presentation was carried out in 4 body variations. The car has changed a little externally, but has received excellent additions inside the cabin and now has better technical features. With all this, it should be noted that after restyling the price increased slightly.
VAZ 2014 engineers worked a little on the exterior of the brand. The model is equipped with the latest optics, the daytime lights turn on automatically, you just need to turn the ignition key. Both bumpers have changed slightly, the grille is now mesh, fog lights with LED headlights. But otherwise, this modification has the same appearance, you can recognize the same dimensions and body.
The new Lada Priora is now available in 4 body versions: hatchback, coupe, station wagon and sedan. The wheelbase of the hatchback is 2492 mm, the ground clearance is 165 mm, this brand is 15 mm higher than the sedan.
VAZ 2172 is a Russian car with a hatchback body. This body model is in the same demand as the sedan. Their characteristics are almost indistinguishable from the sedan brand. They differ only in body data and interior trim. The Priora hatchback trunk has a larger capacity, especially if the rear seat is folded down.
conclusions
In principle, the car is worth its price, drives well, and consumes little fuel. But it needs to be improved so that the box does not hum, the doors close and open normally, we need to make wheels that match the size of the body. For the money, this is the most equipped car. And electric mirrors and climate control. and heated windshield and seats, multimedia, stability control system. But the problem is that it looks outdated from the outside.
This is an inexpensive car in a luxury package, with a lot left unfinished.
