When to expect a Lada Vesta SV Cross with all-wheel drive

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.

The 1.8 Vesta engine also differs from previous versions in that it has completely redesigned oil and cooling channels.

Due to the increase in engine volume, it was necessary to install new injectors with higher performance, an enlarged throttle valve, and also increase the volume of oil in the engine. The oil pan now holds 4.4 liters of engine oil, and a more efficient oil pump is located under the crankcase. The intake ports are also larger than before.

Another characteristic feature of the 21179 engine was the abandonment of the classic model of using a mass air flow sensor. Now readings are taken using an absolute pressure sensor and an air temperature sensor.

Tarzan returns? Test drive all-wheel drive Lada Kalina XXL

The car seems too fast for Tarzan. After all, those all-wheel drive Tarzans built on Niva units had a standard 83-horsepower engine (as an option - a 75-horsepower French diesel), and this Kalina moves so easily in traffic that catching up with it becomes an almost impossible task. Finally, we stop at an intersection, and I manage to hand the driver a business card, introduce myself and explain what I actually need.

We roll to the side of the road, and Alexander willingly talks about his car. He started as an engineer in the VAZ Engine Design Department, ended his career at AVTOVAZ as the head of the measuring and testing bureau, and at the beginning of the 2000s he went to work on the Tarzan project . That development, having made a lot of noise, unfortunately, sank into oblivion, but Alexander remained the proud owner of Tarzan-2 in the back of a twelve-wheeler. And when a few years later, actually at the price of scrap metal, he “turned up” a new Tarzan frame, Alexander had no other options for a new personal car except an all-wheel drive built according to proven recipes.

In 2012, a new first-generation Kalina was purchased, almost completely stuffed: the leather interior, air conditioning, music and goodies in the form of parking sensors and a rain sensor were included in the kit, and the only thing missing was a standard navigator, which in Kalina was then built in between the speedometer and a tachometer. A year later, through the efforts of Alexander and his friends, this Kalina turned into something that could be called Tarzan-3 - in fact, when registering this car as a converted one, the Vehicle Type Approval that the “classic” Tarzans had was very helpful.

Why a hatchback and not a station wagon? Perhaps this is the question the owner is asked most often. The answer is simple: the final choice of body was decided by the recently launched Nissan Juke, and the Kalina XXL became a kind of response to the Japanese SUV.

Despite its unusual appearance, “Kalina-Tarzan” looks very harmonious from any angle, not least thanks to the “carbon-look” body kit, which Alexander’s friends, young specialists from Togliatti, made in their free time.

Design

Kalina XXL has an off-road arsenal, created according to Tarzan’s patterns, but improved and adapted to the owner’s requirements. It is partly the successor to the technologies of the Tarzan project (here, to this day, you can order a “Tarzan” frame and, with the help of the company’s specialists, turn your front-wheel drive VAZ into a piece-built SUV), in addition, it has a lot of its own developments on the topic of tuning all-wheel drive cars, so part of the work is on Kalina XXL was held here.

A frame was rolled under the body of a standard Kalina, on which elements of an all-wheel drive transmission were mounted - one front axle from a Lada 4x4 in front, and a second one, exactly the same, but rotated 180 degrees, in the rear. But this is probably where the 100% parallels with Tarzan as we know him end. First of all, because of the power unit. The Kalina XXL does not have a Nivov engine, but the original Kalina engine, only converted from “transverse” to “longitudinal” and slightly modified.

Generally speaking, on Alexander’s previous car, Tarzan-2 in the back of a VAZ-2112, a “front-wheel drive” engine rotated 90 degrees was also “experimentally” installed, so the layout of the engine compartment of the Kalina XXL had something to build on. True, in the case of Kalina, the engine had to be moved forward as much as possible, almost to the point of being “butted” with the radiator fan, in order to place the cooling pipes in the rear part.

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In the process of finalizing the car, the engine turned from a 1.6-liter to a 1.8-liter with the help of a kit from Super-Auto, which includes “stickless” pistons, connecting rods and a crankshaft - in 2014 we talked in detail about these 1. 8-liter engines for Lada Priora. The engine modified in this way produces 123 hp. With. and about 165 Nm instead of the “stock” 98 hp. With. and 145 Nm. to the usual Nivov speed transmission through a special steel spacer - the so-called adapter plate.

The transfer case is also not fully traditional Niva. Or rather, not fully “Shniv”, if we mean the additional third support. Here it is electronically controlled, which, by the way, is also not a revelation: similar “transfer cases” were installed on some Tarzans from the Lada-Consul era. However, the owner of the Kalina XXL went further and, in addition to abandoning the traditional Niva transmission control levers in the cabin, implemented the disabling of all-wheel drive.

Lada Kalina XXL

cost of work (excluding components):

120,000–150,000 rubles

The developed options helped here too - “Tema+” offers customers on Lada 4×4 and Chevrolet Niva mechanical disconnection of the front axle (“Niva” becomes rear-wheel drive), cutting the transfer case coupling in half. Using this solution, Alexander implemented a rear axle disconnection in his car, allowing the Kalina XXL to be front-wheel drive when needed - and the disconnection is not mechanical, but again electronic. All transfer case control functions are implemented through standard VAZ electric drives... power windows.

When it became clear that the engine would develop about 120 hp. pp., the idea arose to add speed to the car - so the high-range gear ratio in the transfer case, using a purchased set of gears, changed from the standard 1.2 to 1.0. Now in fifth gear, a speed of 120 km/h is reached at 3,000 rpm instead of the previous 3,400 rpm, and a noticeable margin remains in terms of dynamics.

Another feature of the Kalina XXL transfer case is that the “lower gear” here is activated simultaneously with the center differential locking. These functions can be “separated”, but so far the creator of the car does not see any practical sense in this - they say, since he has already driven to a place where a reduced one is needed, then at least blocking will not hurt.

The rear anti-roll bar, based on the Chevrolet Niva principle, is attached on this car only to the gearbox, and is “decoupled” from the suspension - after all, the standard front suspension of the Niva, which, as we remember, is used here as a rear one, is quite short-travel, and I wanted to compensate for this , and the first tests showed that on a flat surface the stiffness of the suspension springs is enough for confident cornering in normal modes.

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Unlike the “canonical” Tarzans, the car has a parking brake driven by Lucas – it looks favorably compared to previous versions of “handbrake” due to its resistance to moisture penetration. And some innovations appeared after the start of daily operation of the car, which at the very beginning was, in fact, sea trials of the prototype, which was gradually brought to the required conditions.

In particular, the clutch was changed three times (Luk, VAZ and, finally, Sachs) until an option was found that ensured minimal jerking of the car when starting and shifting. And in addition, the “spare wheel” under the trunk floor was replaced by a toroidal tank - the Italian gas system, which made the Kalina XXL a dual-fuel car (the gas tank remained standard), appeared shortly after one of the first trips, when the fuel system was “cut down” with low-quality fuel. How this happened at a gas station of a famous brand is a different story.

The spare wheel now replaces the repair kit - fortunately, Matador Izzarda tires with dimensions 205/70 R15 have increased resistance to side cuts. Fuel consumption on gasoline is low - with moderate driving, the on-board computer consistently displays the figure 8.6 l/100 km. A 30-liter gas cylinder is enough for 295 km when driving along the highway at a speed of about 120 km/h - which is easy to calculate as approximately 10 l/100 km. These figures are for front-wheel drive: in the summer on dry surfaces, Alexander uses his Kalina XXL as a front-wheel drive car. But in the rain, and even more so with the onset of cold weather, the car becomes all-wheel drive.

Not all work on the car has been completed. In particular, the inclusion of a low range in the transfer case is still capricious, but in the near future, Alexander says, this drawback will be eradicated.

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In addition, it is likely that in the future the car will have suspension from the updated Lada 4×4, also known as VAZ-21214M (currently the Kalina XXL still has the same, not modernized suspension), reinforced front wheel hubs (which have now also become serial on Lada 4×4), and there will also be a transition to a more powerful clutch - instead of 200, there will be a 210 mm one... But all this will require serious investments, which the owner has not yet decided on.

Why didn’t Alexander just buy himself a Lada 4x4 or Chevrolet Niva at one time? Firstly, none of the cars had such an engine (as they don’t even now), and secondly, there were no such “packaged” configurations that would include, in particular, a heated front window (now the Niva has one ). This is if we discard the “thirdly”: Alexander made himself such a car simply because he could :).

By this point, the entire project had cost him a very attractive amount, about 650,000–670,000 rubles, along with the price of the original Kalina of 375,000 rubles, but this was only due to the fact that Alexander did most of the work with his own hands. If you order a similar project from a company, then the work alone, without taking into account all the components, will cost about 120,000–150,000 rubles.

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In general, do you recognize it? Gas equipment, reinforced clutch, longitudinally mounted engine on an SUV from front-wheel drive, electronic control of the transfer case, plug-in (non-permanent) all-wheel drive... All these things were tried to be used at AVTOVAZ and even announced serial use on various projects related to the modernization of the Lada 4x4 family (and not only). But the promises remained promises, or rather, they became the undivided domain of small firms and enthusiasts like our Alexander.

Test Drive

But today we can try this exclusive in action. In terms of the interior, it is an ordinary Kalina - except that in the niche under the center console a small block for switching the "gasoline/gas" modes is barely noticeable. But a little higher, behind the lid that hid the ashtray in the first generation Kalina, there is something more interesting - the transfer case control unit.

There are three main buttons: one of them is a “request”, which excludes accidental switching, and two more control directly the disabling of the rear axle and the locking/lowering. Alas, we were unable to turn on the low gear, and while storming the next sand dune we pretty much damaged the clutch, but the off-road capability of this Kalina is still phenomenal!

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Due to short overhangs and crazy ground clearance, Kalina XXL confidently climbs forest gullies, and city bumps seem completely insignificant to it. And yes, it feels like the good old Niva while driving (the rear disc brakes, by the way, don’t do much good), but here’s an incredible fact: you can’t hear the transmission squeal at all, and the acceleration dynamics are much better!

The resulting design is especially dynamic in the front-wheel drive version (when you turn on all-wheel drive at the start, you still want more pickup), but with increasing speed, the disadvantages of the “Kalinovskaya” pedigree come to the fore - the steering wheel, equipped with a standard electric power steering, becomes empty, and the zero position is unnecessarily “smeared” " But everything can be saved... by connecting the tailgate - on the highway, all-wheel drive gives the car a little more stability.

At the same time, as soon as the steering wheel deviates significantly from the zero position - for example, in a fast turn or when passing a “ring” - there is almost no resemblance to a regular Kalina: the steering wheel is filled with albeit “electric”, but quite readable feedback and willingly returns to “zero” " These nuances show how painstakingly this car was tuned. This is probably why it is almost not perceived as a homemade product - rather, as a pre-production sample. Although this tuning project clearly has room for improvement.

What's next?

With the onset of winter, we promise to please you with another publication about this car, and this time the meeting will be of a purely practical nature - we will pit the Kalina XXL against one of the orthodox SUVs. Or maybe we’ll add someone else to this company. In the meantime, you can follow the development of the project - the Kalina XXL logbook is on the Internet under the inconspicuous name “Lada Kalina hatchback 4x4”...

dreams of something more for a long time . Still, it's great that Tarzan returns sometimes. Even if in the form of such piece-made specimens.

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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.

release date

According to the latest news, the Lada X-Ray Cross 2021, which debuted at the Moscow Motor Show, will have a release date on the Russian market at the end of this year. The scope of the above-described improvements makes it possible, without exaggeration, to call this modification a new model and a clear example of a successful combination of the best developments of the French B0 platform and domestic components from the more modern Vesta. A pleasant circumstance is the fact that all the proven innovations will subsequently migrate to other popular products of the international automobile alliance. At the time of the release date of the Lada X Ray Cross 2019, the configurations and prices of which will become known closer to the start of sales, the crossover will become the top of the AvtoVAZ model line. That is why you should not discount the possible equipment of a hatchback with an eye to off-road performance and all-wheel drive with a connected rear axle. At present, development tests have been completed and a pilot batch has been released to debug production processes.

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.

In the riverbed

It was necessary to stop, as a rule, in one case - when the car rested its bumper against an obstacle. The protruding lower “lip” with a protruding “bracket” stylized as aluminum cut the soil like a bulldozer scraper, leaving telltale marks on itself from contact with the earth’s surface - beauty requires sacrifice, the designers here clearly compromised with practicality. New bumpers with inserts made of unpainted plastic and pseudo-aluminum decor are composite, so in case of damage you do not have to replace the entire part.

The subframe is located significantly lower than the engine crankcase and gearbox - it takes all the impacts, so even with standard plastic protection you can go off-road.

Lada-Xray-cross: the rear suspension is semi-independent, the hard worker we know is an elastic beam.

The ground clearance increased to 215 mm (of which 5 mm comes from 17-inch Continental all-season tires, welded specifically for this model, and another 15 mm from new springs and shock absorbers) is also in good shape.

The designers also installed original front control arms and new CV joints.

Plastic linings protect parts important for the safe operation of the car.

In terms of geometric cross-country ability, the new product will give a head start not only to its classmates, but to many real SUVs - its angles of approach and departure from obstacles are 21 and 34 degrees, respectively. At the same time, there is a rather short wheelbase - a minus for rear riders and a plus for those who need to drive not only on roads, but also in directions. There would also be all-wheel drive here, and the issue with the successor to the legendary Niva could be considered closed.

The LADA XRAY Cross chassis settings provide unique opportunities to realize an individual driving style and remove restrictions, regardless of driving conditions. The LADA Ride Select selector, located on the instrument panel console, provides 5 driving modes: ESC ON, “Sport”, “snow, mud”, “sand”, “ESC Off”.

All-wheel drive would significantly increase the price of the car, so the designers limited themselves to installing the Ride Select system, which is capable of “dissolving” the stabilization system and simulating differential locking. Not a replacement, of course, for all-wheel drive, but it’s also much more fun off-road.

The Lada Ride Select regulator allows you to disable the stabilization system, but when accelerating faster than 58 km/h it will turn on automatically.

The difference when driving in snow with the Lada Ride Select system is noticeable. Where on a regular Xray the electronics would begin to “choke” the engine, on the Cross the wheels are allowed to slip, allowing you to find a grip even on all-season tires. Here it is important to give full but even gas and not let go. Although you shouldn’t expect miracles - this system is not a replacement for all-wheel drive, but an imitation of an electronic differential lock, implemented by braking the wheels of the front axle, it is not capable of replacing a mechanical lock.

The rear axle does not row, but the X-ray confidently conquers the first Kazakh snow.

Review of Lada XRAY Cross 2018-2019

• 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.

Cost of a new car

The all-wheel drive model is adapted to Russian roads. The vehicle is equipped with a reliable directional stability system, has increased maneuverability and a high degree of safety. The cost of such a car is 700 thousand rubles.

The advantages of the machine are:

• decent power engine;
• strong suspension;
• good sound insulation;
• spacious trunk;
• high ground clearance.

In the city the car consumes about 10 liters of gasoline. The 1.6 cc engine develops power up to 110 horsepower. The mechanical transmission is borrowed from Renault. The engine and transmission of the car are of Tolyatti origin. Ground clearance is 195 millimeters. High ground clearance allows you to easily overcome any city curbs. Due to the fact that the stabilization system transfers torque to the other wheel when one wheel slips, the vehicle has good maneuverability.

The luggage compartment has a capacity of 320 liters. However, with the rear seats folded down, its volume is 772 liters. Under the trunk there is a special recess for the spare wheel. On its side wall there is a niche covered with a plastic lid where the jack and wheel wrench are stored.

The styling of the car represents a new and rather attractive face of the current domestic manufacturer.

Due to the fact that the new Lada has regained its previous chain drive, there is no longer a need to frequently replace the timing belt. This version of the Togliatti car is equipped only with front-wheel drive. Testing of the new 4×4 all-wheel drive model is now being completed. The price of a car with only front-wheel drive is 650 thousand rubles.

The Xray's closest relative with front-wheel drive is the Renault Sandero. The independent front suspension received MacPherson struts. The rear semi-independent is equipped with a torsion beam. The 4x4 all-wheel drive vehicle is based on the French Renault Duster crossover. To engage all-wheel drive, a rear multi-link device is used.

Since the beginning of 2021, about ten thousand units of these Lada cars have already been sold. This sale significantly exceeds the result that experts predicted.

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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;

New Lada: Lada Vesta - price, photos, characteristics

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.

Dimensions

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If for the first-born of the new corporate style of Lada, the Vesta sedan, an original platform was developed at AVTOVAZ, then in the case of Xray they took the path of borrowing - the partner Renault Sandero Stepway shared the “cart” with the Russian car.

The overall length of the Lada XRay will be 4164 mm, width – 1764 mm, height – 1570 mm, and the wheelbase will reach 2592 mm. The Sandero Stepway hatchback is 84 millimeters shorter, seven millimeters narrower and 48 millimeters taller, and its wheelbase is three millimeters shorter.

The Lada XRay trunk volume is 361 liters, with the rear seats folded down - 1207 liters, and if the front passenger seat is folded down, this value reaches 1514 liters.

Ground clearance – 195 mm.

More details in the section: technical specifications

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.

Design features of the machine

In order to more clearly demonstrate the design features of the AMT, here is a photo:

The X-Ray auto transmission has a torque converter (in the photo the red arrow indicates the drive pulley of the variator on the shaft coming out of the depths of the torque converter, and the driven pulley is indicated by a green arrow). A variator and a planetary gear, which is located on the shaft of the variator driven pulley.

The planetary mechanism of this unit provides two modes of forward movement and one mode of backward movement. This design solution, firstly, reduced the size of the pulleys and, secondly, shortened the metal belt, and all this, as already mentioned, ultimately lightened the weight of the transmission.

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”.

It seems like the Alliance has a CVT on X-Ray, but not the same

And, indeed, there are some fundamental differences from the CVTs used by the Alliance, namely, in X-Ray they install a CVT with a two-stage gearbox. Which, according to the developers, allows the unit to be, firstly, more compact and, secondly, 13 percentage points lighter than that of traditional CVTs of the Jatco family.

This design supposedly improves the car's towing capacity. However, none of the horde of developers, much less the larger gang of experts, will dare say that the variator is not afraid of cold weather, loads, and especially slipping.

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.

Exterior

An SUV made in accordance with the brand concept, with a powerful plastic body kit around the perimeter, protective linings on the edges of the wheel arches, sills and the bottom of the doors, looks stylish and brutal.

The following details attract attention on the exterior of the car:

• Head optics . Spectacular front optics with electric headlight leveling are organically complemented by spot fog lights with a cornering light function.
• Aerodynamic antenna . On the roof of the car there is a stylish aerodynamic antenna in the shape of a “shark fin”.
• Rails . Roof rails provide convenient transportation of long loads.
• The back of the car . A black rear bumper with a contrasting silver insert and a chrome exhaust pipe emphasize the sporty character of the 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

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.

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.

LADA XRAY Cross from the official dealer of AutoHERMES

LADA XRAY Cross is a modern and reliable new generation crossover with excellent technical characteristics, increased cross-country ability and excellent handling.

The presentation of the new product took place at the Moscow Motor Show in August 2021.

The main features of the updated model are increased ground clearance (from 195 mm to 215 mm), a modernized powerful subframe and an energy-intensive chassis.

The overall dimensions of the car are:

• Length – 4171 mm;
• Width – 1810 mm;
• Height – 1645.

The X-Ray SUV is equipped with an expanded set of innovative active and passive safety systems: two front AirBags, ABS, EBD, BAS, ESC, TCS, HSA systems, ERA-GLONASS emergency alert, rear view camera, LED daytime running lights, parking radar and other things.

The car demonstrates excellent dynamics thanks to a 1.8-liter gasoline engine with 16 valves producing 122 hp, which is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. The engine complies with EURO-5 standards.

In the network of AutoHERMES car dealerships, the model is available in three versions: Classic, Comfort and Luxe.

You can get acquainted with the configurations and prices of the Lada X-Ray Cross on the car dealer’s website.

In stock

CLASSIC (2019)

CLASSIC + OPTIMA (2019)

LUXE (2019)

LUXE + PRESTIGE (2019)

* If you did not find the car you need in this list, please contact our sales consultants by phone +7(495) 228-03-41

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.

Reviews

Overall model rating

I bought a Lada Xray Cross on Kashirka on credit on May 1st. On the morning of the same day there was an unsuccessful attempt to purchase at Warsaw, they fundamentally disagreed on the matter.

So I decided to share my impressions. The first time I came to the car dealership almost a month ago, at the entrance to the salon I was greeted by a very polite girl.

I bought a Lada Xray Cross on Kashirka on credit on May 1st. In the morning of the same day there was an unsuccessful attempt to purchase at Warsaw, where they fundamentally disagreed on the quality of the new car. So I called a couple of other salons, incl. this. Manager Oleg Shek called me back and said that there were no cars in my configuration, but he had already ordered from the central warehouse, he would arrive in 2 hours, just when I got there. The conversation was much longer, because I really didn’t want to wait for the car, but in the end he said that the car alarm would be free, this convinced me, I came there. The car was transported for longer than 2 hours, and in addition to the signaling, there were also unnecessary extras, but they still cost less than the signaling, so the cost was even a little cheaper than in the previous salon. This car was already normal, I didn’t find any problems with it, we spent the rest of the day completing the paperwork. The registration process was very long, especially at the last stage, before the issuance of the title. Washed, inspected, polished and got insurance pretty quickly, the loan lasted longer. I found inaccuracies in the documents once or twice, incl. in the passport data were redone, this also delayed the process. In general, the impression was good, once again special thanks to Oleg. I was the last one to leave in a new car at 8:30 p.m., although the salon is open until 8:00 p.m., people sat and completed all the paperwork for me.

So I decided to share my impressions. For the first time I came to the car dealership almost a month ago, at the entrance to the salon I was greeted by a very polite girl who took me to the manager Ramal, who advised me on one car and in the end I was interested in a completely different car - Lada X Ray cross ., after talking with Ramal, I took his business card and left my phone number. I would like to note that before arriving at Kashirskoye sh. 41, I was also in other salons and talked with other managers, who, in turn, intrusively called every day and offered services of choice Auto Unlike Ramal, well, that day came, November 23, 2018, I arrived at the salon on Kashira Highway 41 and when we approached Ramal, we discussed everything that interests me, all the additional options, etc., in general, it’s nice to talk with Ramal, he told me everything in detail , answered all my questions and, most importantly, unobtrusively, somehow in a friendly way, one might even say so. Since it was already evening, we agreed to purchase the next day and today, having arrived at the appointed time, I had to wait and within an hour I was already outside the gates of the car dealership with documents on the car. Once again, many thanks to such a good, patient specialist Ramal. And also thanks to the managers for such an excellent employee. If any of my friends contact me, I will recommend Ramala.

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.

Specifications

The basic modification of the crossover is equipped with a 1.6-liter naturally-aspirated gasoline engine producing 106 horsepower, which is combined with a 5-speed manual transmission. For the initial Lada X Ray Cross 2021, technical specifications report 11.7 seconds of acceleration to hundreds, 172 km/h maximum speed and 7.0 liters of average fuel consumption per 100 km. The more powerful (122 hp) power unit has a displacement increased to 1.8 liters and, in addition to a mechanical transmission, can be offered in conjunction with a robotic gearbox with the same number of steps. The passport data of the flagship version reports that in order to see the coveted hundred on the speedometer it will take 10.4 seconds, the acceleration itself ends at around 185 km/h, and the efficiency recorded during certification measurements is 7.2 liters per 100 km. Installing a 5-speed robot only has a detrimental effect on the acceleration dynamics in the technical characteristics of the Lada XRAY Cross 2021, priced from RUB 754,900*. Acceleration time increases to 12.3 seconds. But the maximum speed increases to 186 km/h, and average consumption decreases by 0.4 liters.

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.

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

All-wheel drive LADA XRAY X - new details about the crossover

The Russian automaker decided in a unique way to end the controversy over whether the Lada XRAY belongs to the crossover or hatchback segment by putting a big X in the name and at the same time on these disputes.

All-wheel drive Lada Hrey X

They decided to bring the new product as close as possible, both externally and technically, to the SUV class: it is based on the platform of a model with all-wheel drive, and, in fact, the all-wheel drive itself is in the “base”. If the current XRAY was created on the basis of the economical urban hatchback Sandero, then the next generation with the prefix X (it has already been nicknamed X squared) will be created on the platform of a real SUV that has proven its practicality and cross-country ability - Duster. As for the new drive system, at the moment it is “created” by the best engineers of Japan, of course, they are not doing this for the Lada, but it is their all-wheel drive that will form the basis of the XRAY X with some modifications from Nissan.

LADA XRAY X - at the exhibition

What else will change in the new domestic crossover, besides all-wheel drive and a platform from a real SUV? According to the developers, the overall dimensions have also undergone changes - the length of the car has been increased by 15 centimeters, and the height has also been increased by five centimeters. On the exterior, manufacturers promise plastic body kits, so beloved by themselves, due to the ease of hiding flaws, and by some fans of the brand. Decorative bumpers will be all over the body, from the sills to the arches. Of course, it will be of average quality painted plastic.

LADA XRAY X - salon

The manufacturer decided to fill the engine compartment with the best engine at its disposal. Today it is a 1.8-liter gasoline power plant with a capacity of 122 horsepower.

As many as 5 driving modes

1. 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.
2. ESC Off – at 54 km/h the ESC system is switched or, more simply put, turned off (Off). Stability and traction control are disabled.
3. 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.
4. Snow/mud - the drive wheels become the centerpiece for additional load. More wheel slip occurs for the braking system to reduce speed more effectively.
5. 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.

On the asphalt

Sport mode is a “standby” mode for driving on paved roads. With it, the throttle response becomes more lively, which helps both when overtaking on the highway and when driving in the city. .

Lada-Xray-cross

The traction control system gives more freedom to the drive wheels, allowing you to take off energetically. The stability control system reacts less sensitively to vehicle drift. At the same time, the sensitivity of the accelerator pedal is increased. The “Sport” button disables all modes; the selected sport type of driving remains in effect until the driver turns it off or restarts the engine.