Lada Vesta Sport - why it will become a new step in the production of domestic cars
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Lada Vesta Sport is a modern Russian C-class sports sedan. This representative of the VAZ family boasts a sporty design and a good power unit.
Overview of the new Lada Vesta Sport
The average consumer was able to see the production version of the Lada Vesta Sport for the first time in the summer of 2018. Outwardly, it is practically no different from the concept of the same name, presented back in 2016. Let's try to figure out what the developers have been doing all this time, what characteristics the new car has, what are its main pros and cons.
Main Specifications
Unlike previous versions, many changes were made to the design of the Lada Vesta Sport and about 200 original solutions were added. This applies to both the appearance of the sedan and its technical characteristics.
Thanks to the changes made, the engine power increased to 145 hp. With. The suspension design uses new shock absorbers and springs, so it turned out to be more rigid, but handling has improved. The increase in the diameter of the brake discs allowed for more efficient braking.
dimensions
The dimensions of the new car have not changed much:
- length is 4420 mm;
- width - 1774 mm;
- vehicle height - 1478 mm;
- wheelbase - 2635 mm;
- clearance - 162 mm.
Since a sports version was created, its ground clearance was reduced to 162 mm, while for Lada Vesta it was 178 mm. This is achieved through the installation of low-profile rubber and changes made to the suspension design. The result is a more precise steering, the car has become more stable to behave both on the track and in corners.
Engine
The new sports car is equipped with a 1,8-liter gasoline non-turbo engine. It was boosted, this made it possible to increase the power by 23 hp. With. In addition, the torque has also increased to 187 Nm.
Many innovations were made to the engine design:
- installed sports camshafts;
- increased pressure in the fuel system;
- gas distribution phases have been changed;
- used new firmware.
The installation of the original air intakes made it possible to reduce the intake air temperature, so the elasticity of the engine has improved. There are plans to turbocharge the engine, but this will lead to a significant increase in the cost of the car, and so far the implementation of such an idea has been abandoned.
Трансмиссия
The production model is equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission Renault JR5. There is no automatic transmission, and if you prefer only it, then you will have to refuse to purchase the Lada Vesta Sport.
Many are interested in the question of whether it is planned to use all-wheel drive. No, because the manufacturer decided that it was not relevant for a sports car. In order to effectively cope with skidding, there is a modern, correctly tuned ESP stability control system.
Wheels and brakes
Serious changes have been made to the braking system of the new car. 5 mounting holes appeared on the hubs, which made it possible to securely fix the original 17-inch wheels.
The car has low profile tires. To ensure effective braking, the diameter of the disc brakes has been increased, and changes have been made to the design of the calipers.
Dynamics
The changes made to the engine design made it possible to improve the dynamic characteristics of the car. Up to 100 km / h, the new Vesta Sport accelerates in 9,6 seconds. In addition, the maximum speed of the car was 198 km / h, and according to this characteristic, Vesta Sport caught up with similar models of European brands.
Information on fuel consumption is contradictory. It is assumed that it will not increase much, since the engine remains the same, and if the driver does not “twist” it much, he will be able to use fuel economically.
Salon and appearance
If we talk about the external and internal design of Lada Vesta Sport, then some changes have been made here.
Appearance
The designers did a good job on the appearance of the Lada Vesta Sport, so it will be easy to recognize it on the street. Changes have been made to the appearance of the front bumper, which made the shape of the car more aggressive. The size of the plastic parts under the foglights was made larger and they began to protrude slightly beyond the bumper. The red stripe located at the bottom of the rear bumper and the Sport inscription in a red frame look original.
There are plastic elements on the bottom sides of the body, there is also a red line and an inscription above them. Wheels have an original design and immediately catch the eye. The shark fin antenna is similar to the one on the CB version.
Behind the car, two exhaust pipes are visible in the bumper. This is not a sham, as on some Chinese cars, Lada Vesta Sport actually has a bifurcated exhaust. At the top of the trunk lid is a spoiler with a brake light. It not only decorates the car, but also improves its aerodynamic characteristics.
Salon
If we talk about the interior, then there have been no major changes. Developers worked more on small details. The steering wheel has been changed. It was upholstered in leather with red stitching. In the center is a label by analogy with rally cars.
Since the car is a sports class, the appropriate seats are also installed in it. They have good lateral support, are beautifully designed and have the model name embroidered on them.
The control pedals are equipped with metal overlays. The instrument panel has red elements. In addition, the gearshift and parking brake knobs are sheathed in leather. The interior turned out to be comfortable, ergonomic and beautiful.
Video: Lada Vesta Sport review
Sales start and price
The official presentation of Lada Vesta Sport took place in the summer of 2018. The start of sales of the new car took place in January 2019.
This sedan is offered in the Luxe configuration at a price of 1 rubles. The Multimedia package will cost an additional 009 rubles, the metallic color will cost another 900 rubles. expensive.
Lada Vesta Sport has become the most expensive VAZ production car. True, the official dealer has already begun to offer discounts on it.
Main advantages and disadvantages
If we talk about the advantages of Lada Vesta Sport, then they are as follows:
- good suspension, which provides excellent handling and reckless driving style;
- boosted engine that works well both at the bottom and at high speeds;
- beautiful exhaust sound;
- good cold intake, allowing the car to work equally in both normal and hot weather;
- excellent handling when passing sharp turns;
- comfortable seats;
- clearly and flawlessly working transmission, gear shifting without problems;
- high energy intensity of the suspension;
- high-quality brakes that are not afraid of overheating.
The car also has some disadvantages:
- weak motor;
- missing 6th gear;
- insufficient sound insulation, which is especially evident at high speeds;
- quite soft clutch, so it is not enough for feedback;
- not enough modern solutions such as xenon, running LED lights, etc.;
- in case of damage to plastic body kits, their replacement will be quite expensive.
Buying a car worth about a million rubles without having it tested is a risky decision. In many showrooms, it is impossible to take Vesta Sport for a test drive. Signing up for a test drive on the official website of AVTOVAZ also fails. Producers could remove the psychological barrier and throw off 10-15 thousand rubles so that the price does not reach a million, then the number of buyers could increase.
Video: test drive Lada Vesta Sport
Comments of specialists, dealers, motorists
Now there are no competitors in this class of Veste on the market. She is superior in every way to her classmates. And only lovers of Korean with foam at the mouth are trying to prove the opposite.
Those who really need "sport", 145 hp will be few. In fact, Vesta sport is quite a common car for daily use in those cities where there are places for dynamic driving.
Great car from AvtoVAZ for your money. Before buying a car signed up for a test drive. Behind the wheel is very comfortable, comfortable armrest, large mirrors. For almost a year of using the car, there were no serious breakdowns, the only thing is that sometimes the rear view camera does not turn on.
And I understand, and I do not understand the persistence of AvtoVAZ with this AMT. They would put another automatic transmission Jatko. I think that even with an increase in the cost of a car in this version by 70-80 thousand against mechanics, an increase in fuel consumption by 1,5-2 liters per 100 km, an increase in the wear of front discs and pads three times against mechanics, there will be many buyers who these costs will not seem burdensome.
I would like to note that the engine of the new Vesta has excellent traction, which cannot be compared with its predecessors. The engine runs like clockwork. It goes uphill quickly, does not freeze, there is no feeling that you are moving with the last of your strength. I am very pleased with the motor.
For city driving, the motor is perfect - I do not need to accelerate to 200 km / h, or take off in a few seconds. Moves smoothly, starts quickly, no problems, good speed. Everything suits the engine.
It drives well on inexpensive gasoline, not like foreign cars. In addition, there are no problems with refueling - there is always the right fuel, it costs less than others, it is consumed slowly.
Lada Vesta Sport is a modern representative of the Russian automotive industry. When it was created, many original and progressive solutions were implemented. The main disadvantage of this model is the price exceeding one million rubles. This choice is likely to be made by enthusiasts, and most people will go to Korean or other car dealerships.
