All-wheel drive Lada Vesta 4x4 and X Ray Cross

What components are used to assemble the 1.8 Lada Vesta Cross 2107 SV engine?

Many people are probably wondering what parts were used to assemble the 21179 motor. Now we’ll talk about this.

1. Timing belt - Continental. Manufacturers claim that the belt life is about 180 thousand km. I doubt that this is real, but these are the stated figures. Read here how to replace the timing belt of a Lada Vesta SV Cross with your own hands. 2. Injectors - Continental. These injectors have a longer service life than the Priora and also have increased productivity. 3. Valves - Mahle. 4. Pump - GMB. The resource is the same as that of the timing belt - 180 thousand km. 5. Oil pump - GMB. Has improved performance. 6. Camshafts - Toyota Tsusho. The decision to use these RVs was due to the fact that the old cast iron RVs were heavier than Toyota ones. 7. INA phase adjustment mechanism.

Features of the 1.8 engine Lada Vesta SV Cross 2017

Externally, the 21179 engine is very similar to other 16-valve VAZ engines and the 1.6 engine. But it was possible to achieve a volume of 1.8 liters not thanks to an increase in the diameter of the cylinders, but to an increase in the piston stroke in a standard cylinder. To do this, it was necessary to rework the entire connecting rod and piston group, and also install a new crankshaft.

In addition, 21179 is the first VAZ engine to use variable valve timing.

New body

The debuting Lada X Ray Cross 2021 has a new body (photo) that means not only increased ground clearance of 215 (+20) mm, but also additional technical changes not yet available to other models on the French B0 platform. To begin with, the lower control arms from Logan have given way to a more advanced L-shaped design, which promises improved handling. In addition, the electric power steering is designed to improve the feeling of the car instead of the outdated hydraulic one, and the steering column is now adjustable for reach, making the ergonomics of the driver's seat more perfect. Rear disc brakes are designed to increase deceleration efficiency. Heating of the front seats has become 3-stage, and the rear sofa cushion has been moved by 25 mm, which increases legroom for second-row passengers. Due to the widened track and plastic lining, the overall dimensions of the Lada XRAY Cross 2021 in the new body are now 4171 (+6) x 1810 (+46) x 1645 (+75) mm. Increased ground clearance and versatile M+S tires are not the only attributes that increase cross-country ability. A rotating puck selector with four modes appeared in the hatchback interior: snow, sand, sport and standard. It is possible to completely disable the stabilization system.

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2015 marks a new era for AvtoVAZ: a completely new line of cars will appear in the model range of the Togliatti-based company, made in the latest corporate X-style. The external characteristic feature of such new products will be the reproduction of the Latin letter X in the front part of the body and the corresponding stamping on the sides.

The so-called high Lada Xray hatchback will technically be based on the French Renault Sandero Stepway and will have similar dimensions, but will also have a more spacious trunk, comparable in volume to the Lada Kalina station wagon. The exterior of the car will be made in the image of the latest version of the Lada Xray 2 concept.

But the most interesting thing for the Russian consumer will probably not be the appearance of the X-Ray, but its performance qualities. Unlike the donor Stepway, VAZ's new product will receive an all-wheel drive modification, which may even be positioned as an independent model - Lada Xray Cross. The transmission for this “Cross” will be borrowed from the all-wheel drive version of the Renault Duster crossover, but in terms of cross-country ability, the car will apparently outperform the most popular “French” in Russia due to its more compact dimensions and shorter overhangs. Compared to the standard X-ray, the Lada Xray Cross will receive an additional plastic body kit, as well as a different line of power units. Let us remind you that so far three engines have been confirmed for the regular Lada Hray: a VAZ 1.6-liter engine with a capacity of 106 hp, a 114-horsepower engine from Renault of the same volume and the latest 1.8-liter 123-horsepower VAZ unit. 21128, which was previously installed only on a special modification of the Lada Priora 1.8 from AvtoVAZ’s partner in Tolyatti.

According to preliminary data, mass production of the new Lada Xray Cross model will approximately begin towards the end of 2021; the exact release date and start of sales of the new product will be announced later. The price of the first full-fledged VAZ crossover will be determined taking into account the difference in exchange rates between foreign and domestic currencies, but, based on early statements by AvtoVAZ President Bo Andersson, the serial Lada X-ray Cross 4×4 2021/2021 model year at the time it comes out will cost cheaper than the aforementioned all-wheel drive Duster.

Body range of Vesta and X Ray

There is no need to talk about prestige in this case, since both models came off the assembly line of the same plant. And the buyers themselves still haven’t decided which one has more status. But the differences in terms of the body are much more significant.

Future station wagon from Lada Vesta.

So far, the Lada Vesta is sold as a sedan, but its significant expansion is being prepared - this will include a hatchback, a station wagon, a long-wheelbase version of the Lada Vesta Signature, and a pseudo-off-road Lada Vesta Cross. Therefore, soon new products from the Togliatti plant will fall like ripe apples!

Lada Vesta Cross car!

The Lada Xray acts exclusively as a hatchback (although many are persistently trying to present it as a crossover), and there can be no other option, excluding only the Lada XRAY Cross modification, which will soon appear on the market. However, apart from the plastic body kit, possible all-wheel drive and some other aspects, it will not differ in anything from the standard one.

Hatchback Lada X Ray Cross.

Ultimately, the choice of body depends on personal preference. If you need a sedan, then there is no other option other than Vesta. But when choosing a hatchback, you can either take the X-Ray, or wait for the production of its counterpart in the same body. There are no alternatives with a station wagon - just hope for the speedy release of the Vesta car.

Long-wheelbase modification of Lada Vesta Signature.

The best Lada

In the history of Lada, this is generally the most modern automatic transmission. Before this, cars of the Russian brand were equipped either with an AMT robot with one clutch, which, despite modifications, never learned to change gears smoothly. Or an old four-speed hydromechanical “automatic” - this option is still used on the Grant.

By the way, it is not surprising that Xray Cross was the first to receive a new transmission. This is the most advanced car in the Lada model range, although it is built on the B0 platform of the cheapest Renault, Sandero and Logan. There is some irony in this, but to AvtoVAZ’s credit, the simple cart was significantly improved, and on its own. The track became wider, the steering wheel received electric power instead of hydraulic power and reach adjustment, and disc brakes appeared at the rear.

In fact, instead of an elevated version of the Xray, AvtoVAZ made a new car. Renault also decided to modernize the B0 platform, renaming it Global Access, but for now even the newest Arkana coupe-crossover comes with rear drum brakes.

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Body type Compact pseudo-crossover
XRAY 2016
GenerationⅠ-2018
ClassSUV-B1
AssemblyRussia, Tolyatti
PlatformB0+ Vesta
Benz engines. 1.8l. (122 hp)
Gearbox 5 MT | 5 AT
Acceleration 10.9c. (MT) | 12.7c. (AT)
Front-wheel drive
Price≈ from $11,000

In comparison with the XRAY, the Lada XRAY Cross, in addition to the increased ground clearance, has several significant technical differences, mainly a modified front suspension, an electric steering wheel, instead of an electro-hydraulic power steering, which allows you to adjust the steering column according to reach. Comfort and safety options have been added, for the first time for Lada - a washer for selecting the operating mode of the stabilization system.

Exterior

comparison of Lada Xray and Lada Xray Cross
The design of the new Xray Cross completely copies the concept shown a year earlier. This is a continuation of the development of X-graphics. You can distinguish the Cross model from the front by the bumper, which has a silver lip at the bottom; on the side – along the black plastic linings above the wheel arches; and at the rear, along the outward-facing dual exhaust pipes and a bumper completely made of black plastic. This black plastic “skirt” now encircles the entire perimeter of the car, from the level of the license plate at the rear, runs like moldings along the bottom of the doors on the side, and ends on the front bumper under the foglights.

The XRay Cross is equipped with new 17-inch wheels, which not only complete the X-design image, but also contribute to the impressive ground clearance.

Interior

The interior of the new XRay Cross is made in the contrast of two colors, black and orange, which continues on the instrument dials.

interior of the new Lada xray cross

The steering wheel can now also be adjusted for reach, and its functionality has increased significantly due to new buttons.

The new selector washer changes the operating modes of the stabilization system. There are five of these modes: normal, sports, winter, sand and stabilization off.

Cross dashboard

The car received front seats with an improved frame. Their heating system has been upgraded to a 3-stage system, and the buttons have moved from the seat cushion to the center console.

The front passenger seat can be folded, allowing you to transport long items.

back row of Lada Xray cross photo

Rear passengers are not left out either - the sofa is now equipped with a heating system. The legroom for people sitting behind has increased by 25 mm, but due to changing the angle of the non-adjustable backrest to a more vertical one, which cannot but raise concerns for the comfort of passengers over long distances.

Platform, suspension, brakes

Lada Xray Cross 2021 is the result of mastering the Renault-Nissan B0 platform by Russian engineers. The position of the subframe has been changed, the running arm is now negative, and in place of the “Loganov” lower arms there are L-shaped arms, like Vesta’s. These modifications should reduce the level of vibrations on the steering wheel, correct slurred reaction (known features of the B0 chassis) and improve handling.

Technical characteristics of Lada XRAY Cross in comparison with Renault Duster

The closest competitor to the XRAY Cross is, of course, Renault Duster. Actually, it was planned to make a more accessible and in some ways superior analogue.

As a result, a 1.8 liter (122 hp) engine was chosen in combination with a 5MT gearbox and front-wheel drive.

It should be noted that the mechanics here are French: the engine works properly and without interference, much better than that of the “younger brother” Xray, which does not have “Cross”.

For comparison:

Renault Duster is produced with 1.6 and 2 liter engines, while front-wheel drive 4x2 comes only with 1.6 liter and 5MT.

But in all-wheel drive versions, the Duster is equipped with a 6MT gearbox on both engine options, and it is also possible to purchase an automatic transmission and even a 1.5-liter diesel engine.

The platform based on B0 is the same as in Nissan and Renault models, while the new crossover uses a powerful subframe and an upgraded suspension, which gives the car increased cross-country ability, stability and controllability.

This is also facilitated by R17 wheels, versus R16 on the French crossover.

A significant advantage is the rear disc brakes, which certainly adds greater safety and maneuverability to the domestic crossover.

Reviews from the owners of this car indicate that the Cross's handling and cross-country ability are indeed at a fairly high level.

The electric power steering works quite well, and handling is quite good. And the Luxe package even has a heated steering wheel.

Among the shortcomings - reviews of X-Ray Cross indicate insufficient noise insulation at speeds of 120-140 km/h and above. But if you follow the speed limit according to the traffic rules, everything is within normal limits.

Design

The more stylish and sporty appearance of the X Ray clearly outperforms the rustic Duster.

The dimensions of the Lada crossover are more compact than those of its French competitor:

length – 4171 mm,
width across mirrors – 1983 mm (1810 mm),
antenna height – 1645 mm.

While the Duster:

length – 4315 mm,
width across mirrors – 2000 mm (1822 mm),
height along the rails – 1695 mm.

On the one hand, a more compact car benefits in urban conditions and adds maneuverability. Still, this is not a jeep, but a crossover. On the other hand, some drivers, especially men, prefer larger dimensions of the car to give, as it seems to them, more solidity. But this is not an acquired taste: for some it may be a plus, for others it may be a minus.

Their fuel consumption is approximately the same.

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Well, one of the main advantages of the Lada XRAY Cross is the increased ground clearance of 215 mm. The Duster in a similar front-wheel drive version has 205 mm, and in all-wheel drive it has 210 mm.

Why not all-wheel drive?

Probably, as the first domestic full-fledged crossover, AVTOVAZ engineers decided to produce a worthy analogue of the simplest version of the Duster, which they completely succeeded in doing. Let's hope this is just the beginning, and all-wheel drive variants will follow in the near future.

In this regard, we consider it incorrect to compare the X-Ray Cross with the all-wheel drive Renault Duster. Those who do this forget about the cost of a 4x4 drive - and even in the simplest versions it ranges from 1 million - 1.3 million rubles to 2.5-3.5 million rubles in more expensive brands.

Whatever one may say, despite domestic production and assembly, all components are produced using European technologies and in partnership with global brands Renault-Nissan. Therefore, the cost of a car is measured pegged to the dollar and euro - these are the realities of today.

We think that if all-wheel drive for the Lada XRAY Cross is ever implemented, then at the current dollar exchange rate, in 2018-2019, the price will be about 1-1.1 million rubles, no less.

Judge for yourself, the Kia Sportage jeep, once so popular in Russia, is now approaching the 1.6-2 million ruble mark. Not to mention that fuel costs in this case increase significantly.

Do you really need all-wheel drive?

In addition, it is no secret that today even most jeeps with 4x4 all-wheel drive see off-road conditions only from the “height” of more or less good asphalt or, at least, a primer. Of course, unless you are a participant in car rallies or off-road racing.

In some cases, especially in winter and in conditions of poor quality road surfaces, all-wheel drive can indeed be indispensable or at least very useful.

Stabilization system LADA Ride Select

For such cases, Cross provides a special solution - an electronic stabilization system and adjustment of chassis operation algorithms - LADA Ride Select.

The program works in several modes, improving cross-country ability in selected road conditions:

Snow/mud – increases braking efficiency due to more slip of the front wheels,
Sand,
Sport – disables other modes,
ESC on – the main road one, allows you to level out the movement during skids by regulating the speed of each wheel and gives the car stability on steep slopes and difficult areas.

You can also disable the electronic stabilization system by selecting ESC off, however, at speeds only up to 54 km/h, then it is automatically turned on for safety reasons.

According to reviews from X-Ray Cross owners, the most optimal, however, is the normal road mode ESC on. Although, perhaps, not everyone knows how to properly use such electronics.

True, installation of such a system is possible in a configuration no lower than Comfort - and this starts from 810 thousand rubles.

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Interior

Inside, the Cross has become as much as 2.5 cm more spacious for rear seat passengers. The interior itself remains the same as in the previous model, but the ergonomics of the space have become more comfortable.

The rear seat has also been moved down by 4 cm, which adds height to the space.

The seats now have lateral support, which makes the seating of both the driver and passengers more comfortable, especially when traveling long distances.

A large container under the passenger seat in a more expensive configuration adds comfort, plus there are convenient additional compartments: a large glove compartment, a place for a phone, etc.

The steering wheel is adjustable for height and reach.

The downside is that there is no steering column joystick for switching tracks when listening to music.

Also, according to reviews from owners and test drive participants, there are some shortcomings in the interior of the cabin, although they are not critical, they can cause minor inconveniences: for example, the buttons for turning on heated seats or the locks for fastening seat belts are not located in the most convenient way.

The trunk, although it does not have a large volume in its standard form (310-360 liters according to various measurements), can be significantly increased by folding the seats, both front and rear - up to 1500 liters.

This creates a flat area - the engineers have done a good job of improving the internal space.

More information about Vesta body dimensions

The standard modification is a sedan. This model has the following body dimensions:

Vesta's length has grown to 4410 mm, which is akin to a record for a small class;
the width also makes competitors tremble convulsively, because its value is 1764 mm;
The wheelbase does not lag behind here, which managed to “stretch” to an impressive 2635 mm;
the front axle has a track of 1500 mm, and the rear axle is slightly larger - 1510 mm; here the developers initially pursued the goal of bringing the parameters of both tracks to standard values, namely: at the front - 1500 mm, and at the stern - 1490 mm, but it turned out the other way around, which allowed the rear passengers to acquire additional space in the cabin; in general, the body dimensions are really good.
in terms of weight, the car has become significantly heavier and “gained” 1150 kg (this is without the lack of a full regulated load);
if the Lada Vesta is fully loaded, the weight will increase to 1670 kg, which is akin to middle-class sedans;

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As you can see, in terms of dimensional parameters, the manufacturer did a great job, giving its product the ability to compete in this discipline with cars of a higher class.

Smoothly and slowly

Everything in the cabin is familiar and in place. Only between the seats is the variator lever raised. The modes are standard - P, R, N, D. There is also a manual mode where you can select one of seven virtual gears. There is no sports mode. Well, no need, I’ll go this way.

I start the engine, move the lever to Drive and press the gas. XRAY Cross moves off smoothly. At the very beginning of the movement, reactions to pressing the gas pedal are nonlinear - the revolutions increase more than the speed. Further is better. But all the same, we are not talking about any sharpness. The variator does everything deliberately slowly. The main problem of CVTs, when the motor reaches the zone of maximum torque and hangs there, and the car picks up speed by changing the gear ratio of the pulleys, has been dealt with here. But in certain modes, the CVT essence manifests itself - the revolutions drop, but the speed increases.

Jatco also doesn’t like situations where the driver first accelerates, then brakes sharply and presses the gas pedal to the floor again. After pressing the gas, there is a painful pause, followed by a pickup. But after a day of driving, you begin to understand the variator and the logic of its operation.

On the highway the situation is twofold. On the one hand, CVT provides fuel economy and quietness in the cabin. At a speed of 110 km/h the engine runs at 2200 rpm. And consumption is around six liters per hundred. At 90 km/h you can drive with a consumption of 5.5 liters. This is amazing. But overtaking is more difficult. But here it’s not only about the variator, but also about engine power. Still 113 liters. With. — this is the required minimum for a crossover on 17-inch wheels.

In seconds and liters

The Jatco variator here is not quite ordinary - a V-belt transmission is coupled to a two-speed automatic transmission. The increasing stage allows you to save fuel at low speeds, the decreasing stage should provide dynamic acceleration. In addition, the design of the variator prevents the belt from being at the very edge or axis of the cone, where it can slip. This should improve the durability of the unit.

You expect emotional acceleration from a bright orange car, but the acceleration is not impressive. The engine's voice cannot be called sporty, and therefore it is muffled quite correctly. The Xray Cross accelerates from zero to “hundreds” in 12.3 seconds, the same amount required for a regular Xray with a 1.8 engine (122 hp) and a “robot”. The difference is in the quality of acceleration; a car with a CVT accelerates as smoothly as possible. It seems that AvtoVAZ engineers were tired of the reproaches of those dissatisfied with the twitchy “robot”, and they elevated smoothness to an absolute.

Lada

The Xray Cross with a CVT accelerates from zero to “hundreds” in 12.3 seconds. Maximum speed - 162 km/h

Photo: LADA

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The numb throttle pedal needs to be pressed slowly and smoothly to achieve a linear response. As soon as you let it go, the engine speed drops rapidly - this car is not set up to race, but to save fuel.

However, the CVT is still inferior to the “robot” in consumption; the regular Xray, even with a more powerful 122-horsepower engine, is more economical: 6.8 versus 7.1 liters on average. Judging by the stated figures, the continuously variable transmission is a little thirstier in the city and a little more economical on the highway. The on-board computer of our car showed a consumption of 9.1 liters, which is quite consistent with city figures.

What engine does the automatic transmission come with on X-Ray?

This is a power unit of a brand such as the HR-16, produced at AvtoVAZ’s own plant, with 1.6 liters of volume and well tested on both Sandero and Renault Logan, as well as on Duster and Captur. This engine has 16 valves, a chain-type timing belt, has an aluminum block and has proven itself quite reliably in mass versions of both Renault and Nissan.

However, as often happens with us, an opportunity arose, and in mid-July 2019 it was announced that the AMT on X-Ray is not a CVT at all.

And to confirm this statement, here is a video:

In any case, the first 2 minutes of this promotional video are devoted precisely to explaining that the CVT on the X-Ray is by no means a classic CVT, but a kind of compilation of a traditional gearbox, or rather a manual transmission, a torque converter and, in fact, a CVT called “automatic transmission”.

Variations on a theme

History has followed a stepless path. Moreover, the Jatco variator paired with a 113-horsepower 1.6 engine has become a universal option for automating the model range of the Renautl-Nissan and AvtoVAZ alliance. It has already been tested on Renault Kaptur, as well as on Logan and Sandero in the Stepway City version. And now it has appeared for the first time on a Lada brand car. This is just the beginning - after the Xray Cross, the Lada Vesta will receive the same engine and variator; production of such cars is planned to begin in a few months. So the first test of the CVT Lada is doubly interesting.

Lada

Dimensions of Xray Cross are 4171×1810×1645 mm, wheelbase is 2592 mm. With the installation of the CVT, the off-road geometry did not change. Ground clearance - 215 mm, approach angle - 21 degrees, approach angle - 24 degrees

Photo: LADA

Some, hearing the word “variator”, will say: fi! Among the disadvantages, they will recall boring acceleration, sensitivity to overheating, oil cleanliness and a ragged driving style. It’s funny, representatives of AvtoVAZ call the variator exclusively “automatic”, which does not contradict the truth - it is still one of the types of automatic transmissions, but at the same time it demonstrates a cautious attitude towards the real name.

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CVTs are popular again. Now Hyundai has started to actively use them. Their design is becoming more and more perfect, although the principle remains unchanged - the gear ratio is changed using pulley cones, between which the V-belt is sandwiched.

Transmission of Lada-Vesta and X-Ray

In terms of checkpoints, everything is much simpler. The cars have almost identical boxes. Only a 5-speed manual transmission and a robot are installed here. “Lada-Vesta” is equipped with two options: a manual transmission, developed by AvtoVAZ employees, and AMT, a French-made robot.

They did not install Russian-made gearboxes in X-Ray. The model is equipped only with French-made gearboxes - JR5 512 and JH3 518. The operation of domestic and foreign gearboxes is not much different from each other. Both options shift gears smoothly, do not create extraneous noise and are quite short-throwing.

Many cars in the same price category are equipped with automatic transmission, which is better according to reviews. “Vesta” or “X-Ray” do not have this. Only mechanics and robot are installed here. The management of the enterprise took such measures in order to reduce the cost of production, since the introduction and subsequent installation of the machine gun in cars would require additional costs. It is worth noting that the robot is sometimes late in changing gears and this causes jerking. But many owners of Lada-Vest and X-Ray are accustomed to this.

Appearance of Lada X Ray 2021

In general, the new 2021 Lada X Ray is simply replete with deep stampings, original elements, and unusual transitions. Just look at the sides of the car. The graceful “dents” on the wings, as well as the clear, swift stroke of the rib crossing the lower part of the doors, catch the eye. The side glazing is a bit disappointing. Due to the high, upward sill line, the visibility of the car is “lame”. Short overhangs, a sloping roof, and a large windshield angle add dynamism to the silhouette. The updated version of the 2021 Lada X Ray hatchback received new enlarged side mirrors equipped with point turn signal indicators. The beginner's feed looks neat, concise, but quite modest.

Unlike the profile, it has fewer stampings. Interesting elements of the car include large lampshades, which are located almost entirely on the wings. The trunk lid is compact, the opening of the cargo compartment is not particularly spacious. The rear bumper of the 2018 Lada X Ray is modest. For the first time, he received a powerful plastic cover. In the new version, the manufacturer decided to increase the number of brake lights. They can be seen on the upper spoiler, along the edges of the bumper and in the middle of the trim. The new dimensions of the high hatchback Lada X Ray of 2018, and this is how the car is positioned, correspond to the B class. The length of the model is 4164 mm, width 1764 mm, and height 1570 mm. Personally, I am absolutely delighted with the ground clearance. Believe it or not, for a hatchback it is 195 mm, and this is a real crossover.

Noble design and dimensions

The front hood of a very complex design looks amazing. This is where the designers really had a blast. No other car has such transitions or original elements. In the photo of the new Lada X-Ray 2021 of 2021, you can carefully examine it.

The rear has been completely redesigned. A large number of chrome elements have disappeared. Completely new lights appeared, the rear bumper decreased in size, but the tailgate, on the contrary, became noticeably larger and more massive.

As for the dimensions of the Lada X Rey 2021, they were 4351 mm in length, the width of the car was 1750 mm, and the height of the crossover was 1625 mm. The ground clearance became 195 mm, which greatly pleased fans of the car.

Impressive interior

The interior space impressed with the abundance of original elements, smooth transitions, as well as the quality of finishing, which is at a fairly high level.

The front panel looks stylish. On it you can see original linings and many control devices. The instrument panel remained the same, but the three-spoke steering wheel acquired multifunctionality and was replenished with buttons.

We were pleased with the front seats, which were completely replaced. Now they have a comfortable back, deeper seats, and high side supports. You can always turn the back row of seats into a flat floor. This is done with the help of a large number of adjustments that a beginner received.

The trunk, which holds 324 liters, was a bit disappointing. True, it can be increased slightly, but only up to 408 liters.

Equipment:

heated side mirrors, steering wheel, front seats;
automatic emergency call system;
2 front airbags;
ABS;
start assistance system;
driver's seat height adjustment;
directional stability system;
a large number of compartments and niches for storing small items;
8-inch touch screen with navigation system.

Available configurations and prices

Engine	Power	Overclocking	Consumption	Maksim. speed
1.6 16 valves developed by Auto VAZ	106	11,9	6,9	180
1.6 H4MK from Renault	114	10,9	7,2	185
1.8 AvtoVAZ	123	10,3	7,5	187

Together with the new engines, a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed AMT 2182 robot is offered. In total, three configurations of the 2020 Lada X Ray, which you see in the photo, will be offered on the Russian market.

What competitors offer

Lada's real opponents are the Kia Rio and Ford Fiesta. These are the cars I chose as the main competitors of the 2021 Lada X-Ray. I'll start with Rio. The car is quite attractive, with a spacious, comfortable interior and good quality finishes. The main advantage is a reliable braking system, an informative dashboard, and excellent visibility.

The Kia Rio also has its drawbacks. Among them, I can safely include the “crickets” that appear over time in the car interior, and the low front bumper that touches the curbs. The negative point is the stiff suspension and unclear gear shifting.

The Ford Fiesta has an attractive body design, which, it seems to me, is still inferior to the Lada.

The disadvantages of the Ford include poor passive safety, disgusting sound insulation, and the same “crickets in the cabin” that, oddly enough, the Lada does not have. I’ll also note the tightness in the back seat, the stiff suspension, and weak standard optics, which even adjustments don’t help.

Brand	Engine	Up to 100 km/h	Consumption	Price in rub.
Kia Rio	1,4/107	13,5	5,2-8,5	From 550 900
Ford Fiesta	1,6/85	14,2	5,5-8,9	From 530,000

Pros and cons of a crossover

Advantages:

luxurious design that will be remembered for a long time;
large comfortable salon;
the finishing is made of quality materials;
low price;
cheap service;
suitable for our roads.

Flaws

the paintwork is very weak;
poor sound insulation;
slow heating of the interior in winter;
periodic failures in the operation of electronics.

The start of sales of the Lada X Ray 2021 2021 in Russia begins in the fall of this year.

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People began to be interested in the technical characteristics of the new Lada X back in 2012, when a prototype was put on display. The car immediately intrigued me with its external design and the characteristics declared by the manufacturer, but they were unable to evaluate the prototype because it had a mediocre relationship to mass production.

What will please you with front-wheel drive?

Initially, it is expected that the Lada X Rey model with front-wheel drive in the basic configuration will appear on the market, so that the real interest of car enthusiasts and their purchasing power can be assessed.

The front-wheel drive Lada X Ray will be created as a city car, which will delight you with its maneuverability and ground clearance, but it will be completely unprepared for off-road driving. Due to the presence of only front-wheel drive, the Lada X Ray is more correctly classified as a hatchback, no matter how much the manufacturer wants to present it as a crossover. This SUV is ideal for city life, for married couples or for those who like to travel in large groups.

Technical indicators

The manufacturer has published the technical characteristics of the car to make it easier for car owners to determine its size. It is expected that its length will be 4164 millimeters, the width of the body will be 1764 millimeters, and the height will be 1570 millimeters.

The wheelbase is impressive - 2592 millimeters, which means that the car will be able to show good stability on our roads. The ground clearance is as much as 195 millimeters, which justifies its status as a high hatchback.

https://youtube.com/watch?v=rqKQ-9KY1xc

Photo of the interior of the sedan modification

Inside the Lada Vesta car, materials and innovations were used that had not been used on a vase before. This made overall operation more pleasant for people; for the first time on a vase, the steering column could be adjusted for reach and installation angle. The steering wheel can be adjusted for reach by 50 mm and angle by 7 degrees. Vesta now has a multifunction steering wheel, which was not previously available on any VAZ model. The steering wheel has a three-spoke badge in the middle, it looks made with high quality and accuracy! The steering wheel has control buttons for the cruise control radio and telephone.

The instrument panel is interestingly implemented; it is grouped into three wells, all of which resembles a sports car. The quality of the panel material is good. The panel has few lamps, but despite this it looks informative. The torpedo is made of dark plastic. The center console is level with the panel, but protrudes forward a little and this is convenient for use; you don’t need to reach out to press a certain button. The console is divided into two parts, but depending on the configuration, it is located on top (in the expensive configuration there is a multimedia system with a 7-inch screen), and a branded radio in the cheaper basic version. On the second part of the panel there is a climate system separated by a row of buttons. The central tunnel is equipped with two cup holders.

The car has good visibility; the arches do not interfere with the view, as on the previous model 2170. Two airbags are built into the front panel (driver plus passenger). Regarding the interior trim, it looks high quality. The door cards, by the way, use new Soft Look plastic, are visually similar to leather. The plastic is embossed and hard to the touch. Despite the cheap materials, the interior looks quite strict and not childish, and if the car is in the Luxury configuration, the interior is equipped with additional chrome inserts. In general, Vesta’s interior looks a class higher than it is: ergonomic seats with good upholstery, all instruments and elements are arranged thoughtfully. When you get into the car, it’s pleasant to be in, you can see the road, and it’s easy to read the information on the speedometer. The seats have a high depth of adjustment, which allows tall people to feel comfortable behind the wheel. In previous models, there was limited space in the back, which was a big minus. There is ample knee room behind the driver; the distance from the rear sofa to the front seats is 226 mm. In general, it feels like the dimensions inside the car have been thought out. The seats are comfortable, the headrest follows the lines of the body and is friendly with the back of the head when standing in a traffic jam. The distance from the floor to the rear sofa is 345 mm, and from the floor to the top of the front seats is in the range from 276 to 310 mm. The distance from the floor to the steering wheel (since it is adjustable) is from 450 - 528 mm.

Lada X-ray cross with CVT - cargo truck

Lada-XRAY-Cross

In the cabin of the X-ray Cross with a CVT you can carry large long items - we didn’t expect such a flat floor. We fold the back of the front seat, and the lining up to 2.7 meters fits perfectly.

There is still not a lot of space in the back, and the trunk, although well organized, cannot boast of a large volume.

The interior has updated multimedia with support for Android Auto and Apple Carplay. So by connecting your phone, you can use maps with traffic jams, and this costs a lot. But the screen is still not very bright and quite slow.

Lada-XRAY-Cross carries modern multimedia.

To increase comfort in the cabin, noise-absorbing linings appeared under the bottom along the sills. And this is the right concern not only for the passenger, but also for the corrosion resistance of the body. All that remains is to overcome the aerodynamic whistle, which is very annoying after 110 km/h, and you can go on a long journey for many years.

Interior comfort

Interior

The cross attracts not only with its stylish design, but also with its convenience. Never before have there been such comfortable seats in a Lada. When you are behind the wheel, it seems that you are in the interior of a foreign car.

The driver's seat has optimal shape, padding density, a wide range of adjustment settings, and lumbar support adjustment. Distinctive properties of the interior space:

The steering wheel of the basic version is equipped with control units and a massive lower suspension. This solution looks stylish and modern. The instrument panel is an analog design in the form of three wells. This design style is usually found in sports versions of cars. The central tunnel is simple. Here is a display and several control units. Many consumers claim that the simplicity of this element is repulsive, since the interior of the car does not look worth its price, despite the presence of a large number of innovative options. The tunnel between the seats is almost never used and is made of cheap plastic. The presence of a small armrest significantly increases the comfort of staying in the cabin. It is made using high-quality leather, decorated with raised stitching. The passenger seats have a relatively simple design. Lateral support is not very pronounced. Textiles or other wear-resistant materials are used as finishing materials. The manufacturer presents the model in several color options

Among them, the finishing with black and orange colors attracts attention. The back row is represented by a sofa with three seats. If necessary, it can be divided, folded backrests

Some places are very comfortable to be in.

In short, the car interior is characterized by practicality. Even the maximum version does not use high quality leather.

Power unit

Judging by the number of options offered, the hatchback wins. It is available for purchase with 3 different motors. Lada Vesta comes with only one engine option.

Both cars are equipped with a 106 hp engine. With. from AvtoVAZ. This engine was also installed on other Lada models, so many people know about its reliability. It is 4-cylinder, 16-valve and has a distributed fuel injection complex. Of course, the motor is not the most powerful, but it is enough for these models. “Lada-Vesta” with this unit accelerates to 100 km/h in 11.2 s, while “X-Ray” does it 0.2 s longer. In this indicator, the sedan wins. However, it is already losing in maximum speed: Vesta’s is 175 km/h, while X-Ray’s is 176 km/h. You will have to overpay a little for this, since Vesta’s consumption is on average 0.5 liters lower. With such an engine you shouldn’t count on exorbitant power, but it is more than enough for a quiet ride.

“Lada-Vesta” is presented only with this engine. X-Ray also has 2 more engine options. One of them is a 110 hp engine. pp., it is a joint development of the Renault-Nissan alliance. Its device is identical to the previous one. According to the engineers, the engine should have a power of 116 hp. s., however, it was reduced for some reasons. Thanks to innovations, this engine has good traction and is more economical. Top speed has also increased to 181 km/h.

The 122 hp engine is still the most popular. With. and volume 1.8 l. It was developed by AvtoVAZ engineers. At the moment it is installed only in X-Ray. Thanks to a torque of 170 Nm, the engine accelerates the car to 100 km/h in just 10.9 s. The top speed has also increased compared to other variants and is 186 km/h. Fuel consumption has not increased here. This was achieved thanks to the innovations of engineers. The engine could accelerate the car even faster, but due to the fact that the robotic gearbox does not work perfectly, this is impossible. If this engine were installed with mechanics, then realizing the full power of the unit would be much easier.

If a powerful engine is important, then at the moment it is better to give preference to the Lada X-Ray car. Its engine range includes a powerful 122-horsepower engine, which is not available for Vesta. However, the company plans to fix this soon and begin installing the engine in the sedan. In this case, Vesta should become faster than X-Ray. Implementing this engine in a sedan is not the easiest task, so it is being postponed.

LADA XRAY Cross

Specifications

COMMON DATA	5MT	5AMT
Dimensions, mm: length / width / height / base	4171 / 1810 / 1645 / 2592	4171 / 1810 / 1645 / 2592
front/rear track	1503 / 1546	1503 / 1546
Trunk volume, l	361 / 1207 — 1514	361 / 1207 — 1514
Curb weight, kg	1295 — 1300	1295 — 1300
Acceleration time 0 - 100 km/h, s	10,9	12,7
Maximum speed, km/h	180	176
Fuel / fuel reserve, l	A95/50	A95/50
Fuel consumption: urban/suburban/combined cycle, l/100 km	9,7 / 6,3 / 7,5	9,5 / 6,1 / 7,4
ENGINE
Configuration / number of valves	P4/16	P4/16
Working volume, l	1,8	1,8
Power, kW/hp	90 / 122 at 6050 rpm.	90 / 122 at 6050 rpm.
Torque, Nm	170 at 3700 rpm.	170 at 3700 rpm.
TRANSMISSION
Type	front-wheel drive	front-wheel drive
Transmission	M5	A5
CHASSIS
Suspension: front/rear	McPherson / elastic beam	McPherson / elastic beam
Steering	rack and pinion with electric booster	rack and pinion with electric booster
Tire size	215/50R17	215/50R17

Options and prices

Optima

The first version of the Optima is available with a 1.8-liter engine producing 122 horsepower. It is worth noting that this engine, together with a five-speed manual transmission, is installed on absolutely all modifications.

The cost of this version starts at 754,900 rubles. For that kind of money, the buyer will receive a basic set of functions:

mountings for child seats on the second row of seats,
central locking with automatic locking function when reaching a certain speed,
LED filling of headlights,
crankcase protection,
multifunction steering wheel,
rear window tinting,
4 speakers,
connectors for connecting external devices and flash drives.

Optima Classic

The second Optima Classic package will be available for 791,900 rubles. It contains the following additions:

air conditioning system,
door handles in body color,
heated and electric rear view mirrors.

Comfort

The third version of Comfort is offered in the following equipment:

with parking sensors on the rear bumper,
with eco-leather seat upholstery,
with heated steering wheel,
with a more advanced audio system,
with double floor in the luggage compartment.

Its cost starts from 834,900 rubles. Within this configuration, you can choose orange or black interior trim.

Luxe

The fourth modification, Luxe, is complemented by more interesting features:

climate control,
various sensors,
12 Volt socket for passengers in the rear row of seats,
fog lights with turn signal lights.

The cost of this version starts at 884,900 rubles.

Luxe Prestige

The top-end Luxe Prestige package can be purchased for 913,900 rubles. The maximum options will be available in it:

LED interior lighting,
high-quality multimedia system equipped with a 7-inch touch screen.

Equipment	Engine	Volume, l.	Power, hp	checkpoint	Drive unit	Acceleration to 100 km/h, c.	Max. speed, km/h	Consumption per 100 km, l.	Price, rub.
Classic	petrol	1.8	122	Mechanics	front	10.9	181	9.6 / 6.2 / 7.4	754 900
Classic Optima	petrol	1.8	122	Mechanics	front	10.9	181	9.6 / 6.2 / 7.4	791 900
Comfort	petrol	1.8	122	Mechanics	front	10.9	181	9.6 / 6.2 / 7.4	834 900
Luxe	petrol	1.8	122	Mechanics	front	10.9	181	9.6 / 6.2 / 7.4	884 900
Luxe Prestige	petrol	1.8	122	Mechanics	front	10.9	181	9.6 / 6.2 / 7.4	913 900

* — information on prices is for reference only. Check with your local dealer for exact pricing.

New Lada XRAY Cross 2021: photo and price, hatchback characteristics

One of the most anticipated new products from AvtoVAZ was the off-road version of the company’s first crossover – X-Ray. Previously, the car performed normally only on paved roads; when leaving the highway, the car simply stopped. Restyling will somewhat improve this situation. The new model differs from the regular version by increased ground clearance and the presence of protective elements.

The performance will also improve slightly, and it will be possible to select a driving mode. Of course, the Lada X-Ray Cross 2021 is still not an SUV, but now you can easily drive it over rough terrain.

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Pros and cons of Lada X-Ray Cross

+ Pros

Patency
Reliability
Design
Dynamics
Microclimate
Suspension
Salon
Transmission
Light

- Minuses

Build quality
Trunk
Noise insulation
Controllability
Economical

Reviews from Lada XRAY Cross owners

The car is just fire! It was purchased in February 2021. The whole family fell in love with the car at first sight. There is no disappointment from the Russian automobile industry. Equipment Comfort.

It was a good car, the only thing that began to bother me at the end of its operation was the interior, which began to creak and rattle with such force that it was no longer covered by the music, it was very annoying. I chose a crossover, hoping that the new car would allow me to drive comfortably for at least the first couple of years. It didn’t come true) Ladovsky plastic did not pass the tests even in the first winter.

The new Lada XRAY Cross is a good city car. But it also behaves decently on the highway, we drove it to the Black Sea coast, 3,000 km there back - comfortable and economical, although there was not much space, 4 people drove, everyone fit in and did not complain), along the highway at 120-130 km / h and the climate control is turned on, the car behaves adequately and does not stall. Very obedient car!

It's beautiful inside and out, now it's definitely a hatchback. The suspension and steering are clear. Now only electric power steering, cheaper, simpler and more reliable. High ground clearance. Comfortable heated steering wheel and seats.

Reviews from Lada X-Ray Cross car owners with photos on drom.ru, drive2.ru, auto.ru and auto.mail.ru

Lada X Ray Cross 2021 prices and specifications

The price of the Lada X Ray Cross 2021 in Russia ranges from 858,900 to 1,182,900 rubles; the hatchback is offered in Classic, Comfort, [Black], Luxe and Instinct trim levels, which can be equipped with Optima and Prestige option packages.

Equipment	price, rub.
1.6 (106 hp) Classic MT5	858 900
1.6 (106 hp) Comfort Light MT5	935 900
1.6 (106 hp) Comfort MT5	943 900
1.6 (113 hp) Classic CVT	1 005 900
1.8 (122 hp) [Black] MT5	1 036 900
1.8 (122 hp) Luxe MT5	1 038 900
1.6 (113 hp) Comfort Light CVT	1 045 900
1.6 (113 hp) Comfort CVT	1 053 900
1.6 (113 hp) [Black] CVT	1 101 900
1.6 (113 hp) Luxe CVT	1 103 900
1.8 (122 hp) Instinct MT5	1 117 900
1.6 (113 hp) Instinct CVT	1 182 900

* MT5 - five-speed manual transmission, CVT - CVT

Technical characteristics of Lada XRAY Cross

Body

Body type	hatchback
Car class	class B
Length / width / height, mm	4171 / 1810 / 1645
Wheelbase, mm	2592
Ground clearance (ground clearance), mm	215
Trunk volume, l	361 / 1207
Curb weight, kg	1225 — 1250
Fuel tank volume, l	50

Engine and transmission

engine's type	petrol
Volume, l	1,8
Power, hp	122
Torque, Nm	170
Gearbox type	Mechanics
Number of gears	5
Drive unit	front
Acceleration 0-100 km/h, s	10,3
Max speed, km/h	179
Fuel consumption, l
- city	9,3
- track	5,8
- mixed	7,1
Fuel type	AI-95

Kolesa.ru

The 2021 Lada Xray Cross is equipped with a 122-horsepower 1.8-liter gasoline engine, which can be paired with a five-speed manual transmission or a single-clutch automatic transmission (AMT). The new SUV has only front-wheel drive. The Xray is built on the B0 platform; the front suspension of the cross version has been modified: the Logan lower arms have been replaced with L-shaped ones, like the Vesta suspension. Also from its neighbor in the model range, the new product received rear disc brakes. In addition, the Xray Cross does not have an electro-hydraulic power steering, but an electric one; the number of revolutions from lock to lock has been reduced from 3.3 to 2.9.

The cross-version differs from the standard five-door in its ground clearance: its ground clearance is 215 mm, while that of the regular Xray is 195 mm. The new product turned out to be the widest in the Lada line - 1,810 mm versus 1,785 mm on Vesta Cross.

The Xray Cross has a Lada Ride Select function: it allows you to select one of five driving modes using a puck located on the center console. These modes assume standard operation of ESC, disabling ESC, Sport, movement in snow, mud, and sand. Moreover, the latter turn off independently upon reaching a speed of 54 km/h.

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Video test drive of the new Lada XRAY Cross

Read test drives of the Lada X-Ray Cross at Autoreview, Drive2.ru, Kolesa.ru, Behind the Wheel

Appearance

In general, the new body of the Lada X Ray Cross 2021 is not much different from the usual configuration of the car. In the photo you can see that the car has become a little taller, acquired protective elements made of plastic and metal, and also received more aggressive body kits at the front and rear.

The face of the car is also very small in size, but due to the fact that it is set high, it still seems massive. At the very top of the front end you can find a slightly sloped bonnet, the sides of which are slightly recessed. Directly below these recesses there is a massive head optics, which can be filled with high-quality halogen lights and even xenon. All the fun is in the center of the bumper.

The lower part of the bumper also includes features such as additional air intakes located on the sides, through which cooled air enters the braking system. Round fog lights can also be found here. At the end of the body kit there is also plastic protection for the body and engine compartment.

On the sides, XRAY Cross also underwent very minor changes. As before, the decorations here are a wavy relief, small windows with a glossy perimeter frame, stylish semi-plastic mirrors with turn signal repeaters and enlarged wheel arches. An innovation is a wide plastic insert at the very bottom of the body, which prevents sand, branches and stones from damaging it when driving on a bad road.

The rear of the car has changed the most. The roof now ends in a wider visor, on which there are brake lights united in one line. A little lower is the tailgate with a small window and stylish side lights. The body kit here is made entirely of plastic and includes fog lights, a metal diffuser, as well as an exhaust pipe, a towbar mount and a towing eye.

Salon

Behind the wheel

As expected, the car is practically no different inside from the basic version of the car. The new Lada X-Ray Cross 2021 model year is also finished with the simplest materials, such as fabric and plastic. All this quite often begins to make an unpleasant sound, since the build quality leaves much to be desired. The tunnel here is made as simply as possible. On it you can find such details as a gear shift knob, several holes for storing things or installing glasses, a parking brake handle and even an armrest, which, in the rich version, also boasts a cooled compartment.

The situation with the chairs has not changed much either. Still here you can see five seats, trimmed with a simple fabric, but quite soft. Among the additional equipment for the first row, the designers have prepared heating, mechanical or electrical adjustment of the seat position, good side support and comfortable headrests. The second row boasts only a reclining backrest and an armrest.

Photos of the new Lada XRAY Cross 2021

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As many as 5 driving modes

ESC On – after starting the engine, this mode is activated by default. It is designed to maximally protect the driver from an accident when driving on roads of questionable quality or in bad weather conditions.
ESC Off – at 54 km/h the ESC system is switched or, more simply put, turned off (Off). Stability and traction control are disabled.
Sport - the wheels get more freedom from the traction control system. The gas pedal is actually activated by a light touch, and other modes are deactivated.
Snow/mud - the drive wheels become the centerpiece for additional load. More wheel slip occurs for the braking system to reduce speed more effectively.
Sand - the drive wheels are maximally freed from various types of electronic restraint (slippage increases). ABS adapts as much as possible to the effective slipping of the drive wheels.