Honest review of Lada X-Ray Cross (Lada Xray Cross) H4M 1.6 113 hp, VAZ 21129 1.6 106 hp and VAZ 21179 1.8 122 hp

Perhaps one of the main parameters of a car for a Russian buyer, especially those living outside the Moscow Circle, was and remains the vehicle’s ground clearance. Even city sedans, adapted by the manufacturer for Russian roads, can often demonstrate a ground clearance of 170-180 mm.

Among budget cars, the leader in the “ground clearance” category has long remained the Renault Logan and its co-platforms – Sandero, Sandero Stepway. XRay, which shared the pipeline and some of the technical solutions with them, was also positioned from the very beginning of development as having decent ground clearance.

Engines

The 2021 Lada Xray has three power units:
- HR16 engine with a volume of 1.6 liters and a power of 110 hp. With. (development of the Alliance) and five-speed manual transmission (development of the Alliance) - discontinued from June 2021;

-engine 21129 with a volume of 1.6 liters and a power of 106 hp. With. (developed by Lada) and manual transmission (developed by Alliance);

-engine 21179 with a volume of 1.8 liters and a power of 122 hp. With. (developed by Lada) and a robotic gearbox (developed by Lada). In the fall of 2021, a manual transmission became available with this engine (see test drive)

The least powerful version of the XRay accelerates from zero to one hundred kilometers per hour in 11.9 seconds (manual), a modification with a 114-horsepower engine in 10.3 seconds (manual), and the top version with a 1.8-liter engine in combination with a “robot” - in 10.9 seconds.

The base engine for the X Ray will be a VAZ 16-valve unit with a volume of 1.6 liters. The engine power will be 106 hp, and it will be coupled with a French manual gearbox JR5, assembled at AVTOVAZ. It was decided to abandon the VAZ “mechanics” because of its noise. Maximum speed is 170 km/h. Consumption 7.5 liters. Price 589 thousand rubles.

The second engine for the 2021 LADA XRAY is “a combination of Nissan’s H4 engine, also localized at VAZ, and the same JR5 “mechanics.” Obviously, we are talking about a 1.6-liter petrol unit with 110 hp. It is also installed on the Nissan Senta, although it does not produce 114 hp. 4 “horses” were lost due to “adaptation”. Mixed consumption will be 6.9 liters. Price from 639 thousand rubles. - discontinued

The third engine for the LADA XRAY is a 1.8 liter VAZ unit producing 122 hp. and working in tandem with a VAZ automated manual transmission (AMT). With this engine, X-Ray will accelerate to “hundreds” in 10.9 seconds, and its top speed will be 183 km/h. Fuel consumption - 7.1 liters. Price from 669 thousand rubles.

VAZ-21179 (1774 cc) - the first serial domestic engine with variable valve timing. Read more about prices and configurations https://www.lada-xray2.ru/vse-o-lada-xray#price

The suspension of the new VAZ product was borrowed from the Renault Sandero (the new Lada is being built on the basis of the hatch), while it has different springs and shock absorbers, as a result of which the XRAY “completely lost the legendary Logan’s rolliness.”

An important point on the Lada Xray is the non-disabled traction control system TCS (or traction control as many call it). This system prevents wheel slipping and loss of traction, but sometimes it still interferes, for example, you can simply get stuck in the snow, since the wheels will slip and the system will block them. This drawback was clearly demonstrated in the Autoreview comparative test (at 8:15 minutes):

To be fair, it should be noted that the factory knows the problem and promises to install a button to disable the traction control system in the summer of 2021. Updated: which was done in October 2021:

Dimensions

As was already known, the front-wheel drive version of the Lada X Ray 2021, which has a Renault Sandero platform and a hatchback body, will be released first. The body length of this model will be 4.20 m, and its wheelbase will be 2.60 m. Next to start production will be the Xray Cross SUV, based on the Renault Duster with two drive options - front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. There is no information yet about which of the options will be available at the base price, which became known earlier - 500 thousand rubles.

What is the real ground clearance of the Lada X-Ray: indicators

Lada vesta cross 2019

Considering that not all regions of Russia have ideal roads, many potential buyers, when choosing a new car, pay special attention to ground clearance. At the same time, they are interested in real numbers.

The thing is that often the parameters specified by the manufacturer turn out to be overestimated in practice. Of course, not everyone does this, and not always. However, the presence of this kind of precedents made many people rather skeptical about the data provided by the manufacturer. Here people trust the reviews of those who have already purchased the car they are interested in more.

Real ground clearance of the Lada X-Ray

Not long ago, the Volzhsky Automobile Plant began producing the XRay hatchback, which looks very much like a crossover. The very impressive ground clearance also contributed to this deceptive impression. According to the manufacturer, the clearance of X-Ray (Ray) is 195 millimeters

We will also present other figures that are important in terms of cross-country ability. In particular:

• front and rear overhangs – 830 and 743 millimeters;
• approach and departure angles are 21 and 34 degrees.

Meanwhile, the proverb “trust, but verify,” as it turns out, also applies to the figures announced by AvtoVAZ. No, there is no deception of buyers here. It’s just that the manufacturer, when measuring ground clearance, apparently “forgot” to install crankcase protection. With this element, the vehicle's ground clearance is reduced to 190 millimeters. However, this figure is good enough even for Russian roads somewhere in the outback. And the difference is not so critical as to declare deception - rather, a little trick. In fairness, it is worth recalling that all automakers are guilty of this kind of tricks, so VAZ is not doing anything reprehensible in this case.

I would also like to note one more point. Surely, many people know that for the production of X-Ray they did not develop a new platform, but borrowed it from the Renault Sandero Stepway, an affordable car with high ground clearance and front-axle drive. Accordingly, VAZ designers simply did not have any special options in terms of changing the ground clearance.

By the way, an excellent budget SUV was previously created on the same platform - Renault Duster, loved by many for its excellent ratio between price and performance characteristics. This model is taller than X-Ray. It turns out that there is still some room for maneuver, albeit small. Accordingly, it is quite possible that the Lada X-Ray will appear with a ground clearance of 205, or even 210 millimeters. However, for now these are just rumors.

However, a ground clearance of 195 (or 190) millimeters is quite enough for Russian roads, even somewhere in the outback. The hatchback confidently overcomes obstacles and uneven terrain, and the driver does not need to listen with bated breath to see if the car has sunk to the bottom. Still, we should not forget that X-Ray is not a full-fledged SUV or even a crossover. Manufacturers have repeatedly explained that this is just a tall hatchback. Therefore, the car’s ground clearance can be called sufficient.

In the process of adapting the platform to the production of X-Ray, the designers decided to change the steering settings. In practice, it turned out that it added not only positive aspects. Yes, the X-Ray's steering has become a little sharper than the Renault Sandero Stepway. However, this came at the cost of driver comfort. The thing is that due to the changed settings, all irregularities are very clearly transmitted to the steering wheel.

Apparently, the designers decided that their brainchild would be used mainly for active driving on city asphalt. This, by the way, is facilitated by a fairly powerful 122-horsepower 1.8-liter engine. Sharp handling combined with good dynamics is a truly excellent option for driving around the city. Well, there are many other cars for conquering serious off-road conditions.

Summary:

The current situation, that is, a systematically tightening bolt in terms of the amount of exhaust gases and their composition, suggests that the best years of diesel fuel in passenger cars are behind us. Further development of reliable diesel engines must strike a balance between technical feasibility and cost-effectiveness. Automotive companies are increasingly focusing on hybrid solutions or pure electric drive, which results in a noticeable reduction in the average carbon emissions of a number of vehicles.

Reliable diesel engines, already built with proper maintenance, will last for years to come. Are they a burden to the environment? Certainly. However, we must not forget that the need for fuel leads to the fact that diesel fuel emits carbon dioxide - a gas that is not poisonous, but is responsible for the greenhouse effect.

Power unit

Ground clearance of 5 modifications of Lada Vesta

The naturally-aspirated VAZ-21179 engine with a power of 122 horsepower and a volume of 1800 cubic centimeters is paired with a 5-speed robotic gearbox.

The base engine for the car has a power of 106 horsepower and a volume of 1600 cubic centimeters. This unit is well known to motorists. It is equipped with electronically controlled fuel injection and distributed fuel injection. Among the features of the engine, it is worth noting the unique intake system. At low speeds, air passes through a short channel, turning a lean mixture into a rich one. This function made it possible to increase engine power throughout the entire operating range.

What will we build from?

It was immediately clear that the car would sooner or later appear on the assembly line. How, on what platforms, and what the engineers will hide under the hood - these mysteries haunted connoisseurs of the domestic automobile industry for two whole years. From time to time, unverified information came out about possible symbioses with ready-made VAZ models, then it was refuted, then again they talked about European car platforms that were living out their assembly line life.

Lada XRAY will be on wheels from Renault Sandero

Only recently has this mystery slowly begun to clear up on its own. Close cooperation with the Renault-Nissan Group, thanks to which Steve Mattin appeared in the design bureau, put everything in its place. If the platform for the Lada Vesta was developed within the walls of AvtoVAZ, then the new XRAY will be on wheels from Renault Sandero.

Galvanized lada xray

Anti-corrosion galvanizing coating can be applied to a car in several ways. The first is thermal, the second is hot method. Moreover, the galvanized alloy, in the first case, covers the car body even at the moment when it is on the production line.

In the hot-dip galvanizing option, galvanizing of individual parts is used. The metal parts of the car are lowered into a special bath with a zinc solution. It is there that, under the influence of electrodes, zinc particles are layered onto the metal. There is also a third method, in which only small parts of the body are processed.

Safety

The active safety of the new Lada is at a high level, which was made possible thanks to the expanded set of functions of the ESC system. The car is equipped with a high-tech stability control system, which includes the following modules:

• Skid prevention system.
• ABS – automatic brake locking during hard braking, stabilizing the car and facilitating the driving process.
• BAS is a system that increases pressure in the main line, which helps the car slow down if the brake pedal is pressed suddenly.
• TCS is a module that ensures a good car start on slippery or uneven surfaces. In case of slipping, the system will also lock the differential.
• EBD - this system distributes the braking force evenly along the axis, which protects the car from possible skidding.

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Lada XRay: technical specifications

The platform for the car was taken from the Renault Sandero, which already means energy intensity, excellent handling and high ground clearance of the Lada X Rey. The bottom and the power component have changed little. The body has received increased rigidity thanks to it, which also performs other important functions. The suspension, body and some components have been modified. The range of engines has changed.

The model range will be represented only by the “hatchback” body type; “station wagon” and “sedan” are not provided. The body was designed with the help of Renault and Nissan using innovative digital technologies. With a common platform with other AVTOVAZ models, manufacturers tried to achieve maximum external differences and improve technical characteristics.

It is stated that the design contains about 600 original parts, which are used for the first time at VAZ. The manufacturer plans that more than 70% of components will be manufactured at Russian factories.

Dimensions of Lada X Rey

Dimensions of Lada X Rey:

• Length/width/height – 4165/1764/1570 mm.
• The wheelbase is 2592 mm.
• The front/rear wheel track size is 1484/1524 mm with R16 wheels and 1492/1532 mm with R15 wheels.
• The clearance of the Lada X Rey is 195 mm when unloaded and 170 mm at maximum load.
• The weight is distributed between the axles in the following ratio: front – 51%, rear – 49%.
• Front/rear overhangs – 830/743 mm.
• The approach/departure angles are 21/34° (without loading).

As you can see, the XRay Lada, the dimensions of which we have given above, can be classified as a front-wheel drive compact crossover.

Lada X Rey pendant

The front suspension of the Lada X Ray is independent, MacPherson type. It has significant differences from all front-wheel drive Lada models produced today. The modified suspension features levers that are attached to the subframe using silent blocks. At the end of the lever there is a ball pin. The rear suspension is a semi-independent torsion beam. This suspension is reliable and improves driving performance.

What engine does the Lada X Rey have?

The manufacturer settled on three possible engine options. All of them are gasoline and quite:

• The basic VAZ-21129, which has proven itself and is widely used in other AVTOVAZ models.
• Modernization of the intake system made it possible to increase engine power from 98 hp. up to 106 hp At low speeds, air is supplied through long intake channels, and at high speeds, through short ones, which ensures a change in the composition of the fuel mixture. The engine works with a 5-speed gearbox from Renault, which is assembled at AVTOVAZ.
• Gasoline engine developed by Renault-Nissan (Nissan calls it HR16, Renault calls it H4M). The development of 2006 is widely installed on cars. The engine works in tandem with a 5-speed manual transmission from Renault.
• The modern and most powerful VAZ-21128 engine. Engine performance has been improved through a redesign aimed at increasing the piston stroke. The connecting rod and piston group from the Federal-Mogul company is used, production is carried out by a subsidiary of AVTOVAZ.

The engine is paired with a robotic automatic transmission. AMT (robot box) is a domestic development. The VAZ manual transmission was taken as the basis, and the German company ZF worked on the control electronics. The box is assembled in Tolyatti.

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Other technical specifications

• The braking system consists of ventilated front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. The use of ventilation makes the braking system significantly more reliable.
• Steering. Electric power steering available. The steering rack is attached to the subframe. It is possible to adjust the steering column in tilt and reach.
• The dimensions of the luggage compartment are 361 liters, with the rear seats folded - 1207 liters, with the rear and front passenger seats folded - 1514 liters.
• Gas tank capacity 50 l.

As you can see, the technical characteristics of the car make it quite competitive in the market and in demand among car owners. Many people are concerned about the question: is the body galvanized? This is an important aspect, so we hasten to reassure you that the body is completely galvanized, which significantly increases corrosion resistance.

Dimensions

The overall length of the Lada Xray is 4,165 mm, the width (along the rear wheel arches) is 1,764 mm, the height when unladen* and without roof rails is 1,570 mm. Wheelbase length – 2,592 mm.

For comparison: Renault Sandero Stepway has the following characteristics: 4,080 x 1,757 x 1,618 mm; 2,589 mm.

The ground clearance of co-platform cars is the same - 195 mm.

Weight distribution on the front and rear axles is 51 and 49%

Front track of Lada Xray – 1,592 mm for 15″ wheels; 1,484 mm for 16″ wheels. The rear track size is 1,532 and 1,524 mm, respectively.

Front overhang – 830 mm, rear – 743 mm. The approach/departure angle when unladen is –21/34 degrees.

The volume of the luggage compartment in the passenger version is 361 liters; with rear seats folded - 1,207 liters; with the rear and front passenger seats folded - 1,514 liters.

Options and prices

Standard

The minimum price of 619,900 rubles is available for the Standard configuration. This version assumes the presence of only a junior engine and a manual gearbox.

The list of important functions includes:

• 15-inch steel wheels;
• on-board computer;
• vertical steering wheel adjustment;
• halogen headlights;
• heated rear window;
• cabin filter;
• LED DRLs;
• fabric upholstery;
• direction indicators on mirrors;
• central locking;
• electric windows at the front;
• ERA-Glonass.

Classic

The Classic package will cost 659,900 rubles for the basic technical set. Electric power steering and driver's seat height adjustment appear in the list. The Air Conditioner package raises the price to 684,900 rubles. The list includes air conditioning and a cooled glove box.

Comfort

The next Comfort package increases the price tag to 717,900 rubles. With a 122 hp engine. the amount increases to 742,900 rubles. AMT “finishes off” the amount to 767,900 rubles. The car gets electrically adjustable side mirrors and heating. Door handles are painted in the main body color. Drivers note the ease of use of controlling the acoustic system from the steering wheel and power accessories for the front seats. Rear passengers receive servos for the windows. Instead of audio preparation, they install an audio system with four speakers.

Club

The minimum price tag for the Club version is 742,900 rubles. The 1.8-liter engine raises the price to 767,900 and 792,900 rubles, depending on the installed transmission. This marks the appearance of 16-inch aluminum wheels, light and rain sensors. The side mirrors are not painted, but remain powered and heated. Heating is also available for the windshield. Climate control is added.

Options and prices (table)

Prices for configurations are approximate and may vary depending on the region.

Test Drive

Overgrown

The Lada X-Ray is positioned by the concern as a crossover, but in fact it is very reminiscent of a city hatchback with high ground clearance. In essence, this is how it is. Nevertheless, the car looks quite attractive.

It is worth highlighting the front bumper with its now signature X-shaped configuration and chrome trim, a convex hood, and expressive sidewalls. The head optics are equipped with LED running lights, which gives it a respectable appearance. The stern looks unusual due to the sloping pillars and the rear bumper made of black plastic.

With aspirations for more

The interior decoration of the Lada X Rey can be considered one of the most memorable in the class. Despite the budget orientation of the model, its interior looks colorful. The dashboard in the wells pleases the eye with clear digitization, an informative on-board computer, and the multimedia system screen is located on the center console. The latter allows you to play videos, project images from removable media, and also display an overview from the rear view camera.

A driver's seat with optimal rigidity prevents fatigue during long driving. However, its lateral support is not very pronounced, which is why the body is not clearly fixed. It seems that the rear sofa can accommodate three people, but don’t get your hopes up - only two riders with a height of no more than 175 centimeters will be at ease here.

The luggage compartment is modest in numbers - only 360 liters. But it is worth highlighting the correct, rectangular shape of the loading area, which allows you to rationally place your luggage.

The makings of a crossover

The most powerful engine in the line is the 1.8 liter unit. It is combined with a robotic gearbox and has good agility at medium speeds. But the transmission does not want to drive fast - it pauses when changing gears. Moreover, at the moment the clutch discs close, a strong push occurs, which does not have the best effect on the smoothness of the ride.

X-Ray is controlled impressively - as if it weighs at least two tons. The steering wheel is not very responsive to the driver's commands, and as speed increases, the effort on the steering wheel remains weightless, which forces you to be more careful when maneuvering. However, the Russian car is capable of turning quite quickly - the rolls are moderate, while the drift of the front axle occurs smoothly and predictably.

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The suspension can be accused of being too stiff - indeed, it overcomes minor bumps with noticeable shocks. But the energy consumption of the shock absorber struts is acceptable - even when the cabin is fully loaded, they do not break through.

Photo Lada XRay:

Changes to the exterior and interior

Let's start with the appearance. Like Cross models of other lines, a distinctive feature of the off-road version is a protective body kit. X-Ray Cross got it too. Additionally, the designers slightly redesigned the front end.

The designers slightly stylized the chrome inserts on the bumper and side niches. Its bottom is now decorated with a black protective overlay, on top of which a curved silver skirt is placed.

The wheel arches, sills and bottom of the doors have wide black plastic linings that fit quite well into the appearance of the car.

The obvious differences between the rear of the Cross and the base X-Ray include slightly modified rear lights, a massive trim on the rear bumper with a silver insert, a black spoiler, and a “fin” on the roof. The off-road model also acquired roof rails, which were so lacking in the regular version.

It is noted that this version has increased ground clearance, which in the base model was already considerable - 195 mm. Now it is indicated that it will exceed 200 mm, although the exact figure has not yet been indicated. Note that the ground clearance has been increased for the most part thanks to the new 17-inch wheels that will be equipped with this car.

As for the remaining overall dimensions - length, width and height, if they differ in the Cross version from the regular version, it will be only slightly and due to the same body kit.

Next is the interior. There are also innovations in the cabin, but not many. In the presented concept, the interior was decorated with linings and inserts in body color on the front panel, door panels, and seats.

The designers also thought of installing a central armrest, which is not even optionally available in the basic version.

Another distinctive feature is the backlighting of the dashboard in the body color and the door sills with the version name.

But we note that all these features are present in the concept, and whether mass production models will receive them is still unknown.

Design

The exterior design style of the new Lada XRay Cross is made in the classic AvtoVAZ traditions of modern models. The X-face of the front part and the side stampings on the wings and doors - all this is fully consistent with the corporate style of AvtoVAZ. The head optics and diffuser of the cross-hatch stand out effectively due to the installed chrome decorative inserts. The rear is equipped with a short glass on the tailgate and a metal trim at the bottom of the bumper. The outlines of the entire body are elegantly emphasized by a plastic body kit that runs along the entire lower part of the cross-hatch.

The interior decoration of the domestic all-terrain hatchback is made in a two-tone design, and in the most top modifications the interior will also receive decorative inserts. The front panel is equipped with a classic analog instrument panel, as well as a multimedia system with support for the Yandex.Auto service.

The interior seats are finished in fairly decent quality, and the lateral support is on par with the best foreign representatives of the SUV segment.

Service cost

The costs of servicing and maintaining a Russian representative of the SUV segment are much lower than those of its foreign “classmates”. This is not surprising, because domestic models have always been distinguished by their practicality, simplicity and the presence of a large number of cheap spare parts.

But before the car owner begins self-repair of the 2021 Lada XRay Cross, he must wait 36 ​​months from the date of purchase or 100,000 km, during which the manufacturer’s warranty will be valid for all major components and assemblies of the car. At the same time, the car owner needs to visit an authorized dealer in a timely manner every 15,000 km for scheduled maintenance. As a result of such maintenance, the owner of the Lada XRay Cross will need to pay from 4,000 to 8,000 rubles each time, depending on the work performed at the service. This list includes changing oils, filters and various consumables.

It is worth noting that cars with a 113 hp engine installed in them. will require much larger financial investments. And the whole point is that this French-made motor is distinguished by the high cost of its components. In particular, a banal replacement of spark plugs can cost the owner 25,000 rubles more than the same procedure carried out with Russian engines of 106 or 122 hp. The most expensive for a unit produced by specialists from Renault will be the final scheduled maintenance. It is carried out at 90,000 km. The fact is that for an amount of approximately 50,000 rubles, the car owner will be offered to replace the timing belt.

Body coating thickness

Now it’s worth taking a closer look at the thickness of the body covering. Only high-quality paint can prevent premature corrosion of the metal and aging of the car as a whole. In addition, the body coating affects the aerodynamics of the car. Today AvtoVAZ uses only paint that fully complies with all European standards.

Let us remind you once again that previously the domestic manufacturer used a paint coating with a thickness of no more than 100 microns. Today this figure has increased by 60 units and is 160 microns.

photo of red body color

Lada Xray Cross: increased clearance to 215 mm and Sport mode

Note that the Lada Xray Cross did not become an intrigue, since all the details about the new product were revealed earlier, thanks to OTTS. The cross-hatchback has the following dimensions: length - 4,171 mm (+6 mm compared to the standard version), width - 1,810 mm (+46 mm), height - 1,645 mm (+75 mm due to increased ground clearance and installation of roof rails on the roof) and the wheelbase size is 2,592 mm. One of the key parameters for this model is the ground clearance, which is 215 mm, whereas for a regular hatch it is 195 mm. The front track has been increased from 1,492 to 1,503 mm, and the rear from 1,532 to 1,546 mm.

Lada Xray Cross will be offered exclusively with a 122-horsepower 1.8-liter engine in combination with a five-speed manual transmission or “robot”, as well as front-wheel drive. From zero to the first hundred, the cross-hatchback accelerates in 10.9 seconds (manual transmission) or 12.7 seconds (AMT), and the maximum speed is 180 and 176 km/h, respectively.

Another important change for the Xray Cross version was the appearance of rear disc brakes instead of drum brakes. In addition, if for the Xray the maximum wheel size was 205/50 R17, then for the cross version it is 215/50 R17. The vehicle's curb weight has been increased from 1,250 to 1,300 kg, and the maximum unbraked trailer towing weight is now 650 kg, up from 600 kg.

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Inside the car, the front seats have been redesigned and more lateral support has been added; the length of the cabin has increased by 25 mm, which has expanded the space in the leg area of ​​the rear passengers. A button for turning on seat heating has appeared on the front panel, as well as a selector for selecting Lada Ride Select driving modes, and the Xray Cross steering wheel can be adjusted for height and reach. The list of equipment of the model includes a system for illuminating turns in the dark, three-level heating of the front seats and separate heating of the rear ones.

The armrest with storage box located between the front seats has a rear USB port for charging mobile devices, buttons for heated rear seats and a 12-volt outlet. Metal linings appeared on the thresholds.

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The Lada Xray Cross now has five driving modes: ESC ON - designed to overcome difficult areas with mixed types of surfaces, regulates the rotation speed of each wheel individually in the event of a drift of the front or rear axle; Sport - the influence of the traction control system on the drive wheels is weakened, the sensitivity of the stability control system is reduced and the sensitivity of the accelerator pedal is increased; “Snow, mud” - works at speeds up to 54 km/h, the threshold for slipping of the drive wheels is increased, the sensitivity of the electronic differential is increased, the anti-lock braking system increases wheel slip; “Sand” - settings are changed to improve cross-country ability on loose soils (up to 54 km/h); ESC Off - the traction control and stability control systems are turned off, the anti-lock braking system continues to work (up to 54 km/h).

AVTOVAZ also presented the Lada 4x4 concept, which serves as a prototype of the new Niva. Online broadcast from the Moscow Motor Show.

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Already in the minimum configuration, the Lada XRAY2 is equipped with driver and passenger airbags, directional stability systems and automatic emergency call systems (ERA-GLONASS).

The high window sill line, large wheels, increased ground clearance (more than 170 mm) emphasize the “off-road” style of the urban hatchback - compact on the outside and spacious on the inside. Traditionally, like all cars of the Lada model range, XRAY2 is fully adapted to difficult Russian road and climatic operating conditions, suitable for both daily use in the city and for country roads and trips into nature.

Production of the new compact hatchback Lada XRAY is planned to begin in 2021 at the AVTOVAZ site (Tolyatti). At the press conference, project manager Oleg Grunenkov noted that AVTOVAZ will not limit itself to just the X-ray; it is also developing a crossover, which will be available in both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive versions.

AVTOVAZ first showed the Lada XRAY concept at the Moscow Motor Show in 2012. It is also presented at the stand today.

Ergonomics

When developing the interior of the new Lada X-Ray, the company's specialists paid special attention to the combination of rationality and maximum comfort. The dashboard is made in an ultra-modern style

The compositions are complemented by specially prepared niches and pockets in which gadgets and other small items can be placed.

The interior of the Lada X-Ray has received several updates compared to the previous version. Among them, it is worth noting the appearance of a retractable container located under the seat, the ability to remove the display in the dashboard, as well as the presence of a cooled glove box. Among the advantages of the luggage compartment are a double floor, additional niches behind the arches and clamps for possible fastening of the net. If you fold down the rear seats, the trunk becomes spacious enough to transport large cargo.

New Tolyatti development

The domestic version of the joint development received a wider rear part of the body.
This is achieved by increasing the rear axle by 32 millimeters. Thanks to this innovation, Xray has acquired better stability on the track. The creators of X-Ray hoped that such a Lada would, with its appearance, demonstrate a new direction in the further development of AvtoVAZ. Lada received its current name due to the fact that it has many elements made in the shape of the letter “X”. This applies to the radiator grille, as well as the side parts of the Lada car. The rear of the Xrey, in the form of a special hemisphere, blends harmoniously with the roof. If you look at the Lada car from this angle, then this design gives the car a simple and attractive look. Here preference is given to living and natural lines. The wheel arches are marked with small arcs, on top of which there are curly lines. If you compare the internal design of the X-Rey with the design of previous Lada models, it has changed quite a lot.

The lower part of the front bumper has become much more massive. The developers claim that this helps improve aerodynamics. It also houses round fog lights. The interior of the car is also quite original. The simple dashboard is quite informative. The instruments are located in three round compartments; to the right of the driver is the on-board computer screen. Due to the fact that the monitor is mounted high, it is easy and convenient for the driver to read all the readings.

The sports steering wheel has a pronounced texture and looks original and modern. It has additional buttons with which you can control some functions, for example, add or decrease the volume of music. There are nice ventilation deflectors on the sides of the display, and the climate control system is located below. The interior is decorated with high-quality plastic. The chairs are covered with durable and beautiful fabric. Due to the fact that the front seats provide lateral support and the ability to adjust, it is very comfortable to sit in them.

The designs of the steering, power part of the body, suspension, and braking system turned out to be a complete coincidence with the design of the French Sandero model. However, the all-wheel drive version of the Cross has many significant differences.

VAZ developers claim that the prototype for creating a 4x4 crossover platform is the Renault Duster. The French equivalent has both all-wheel drive and separate front-wheel drive. The advantage of the serial Lada 4x4 is that it will be significantly cheaper than its French counterpart.

Paint quality

This indicator is very important in AvtoVAZ cars. After all, many should remember that in previous models, corrosion on the metal appeared even before the car’s warranty expired. Now, the domestic manufacturer promises that all problems associated with corrosion are a thing of the past. He informed us that strict requirements are imposed on the quality of Lada X-ray painting. Here are some of them:

1. Resistance to various weather factors, which are expressed in temperature changes, high humidity, etc.
2. Resistance to mechanical irritants: dust, pebbles, sand, etc.
3. High level of resistance to aggressive substances (chemicals, insects, etc.).
4. Easy body wash.

lada x rey photo colors

Compared to previous years, the paint layer was from 60 to 100 microns. And if we talk about the body x ray, then the coating layer is equal to 160 microns. As you can see, this indicator indicates that the quality of painting has become at least twice as good.

Common causes of gear shifting problems

There may be many reasons why you cannot move the gearshift lever to the working position. And they are not always associated with a malfunction of the box itself - in some cases the culprit is the clutch, sometimes the engine. In any case, to find out the cause yourself, you must have the appropriate knowledge and experience - otherwise there is a high risk that you will not be able to do this or that as a result of your actions you will have to carry out more complex and expensive repairs.

If the gears do not engage with the engine running due to a malfunction of the gearbox, it will require dismantling and troubleshooting - an operation that requires great care. The same can be said about the clutch. However, it is better to proceed to a more detailed description of possible problems and ways to eliminate them.

Bottom line

The main problem with the Lada Xray is the price. The pricing strategy is not entirely clear: the minimum cost is 589 thousand rubles, the maximum is 723 thousand rubles. In this price range, you could take a Vesta with a wide range of functions or a Renault Sandero with an automatic transmission, and if you add about 30 thousand more rubles, you can take a Duster with all-wheel drive.

The car as a whole is not bad, but if you consider it in isolation from other cars. And in this case, it would be possible to charge 600-700 thousand rubles, but, alas, there is a Renault Sandero and the same Lada Vesta. A person who looks at a Lada X-Ray keeps all these options in his head. The car is not bad, but the price for it should have been around 500 thousand rubles. We hope that this Lada Xray video review will be useful for you.

First impression of the salon

Considering that the Xray doesn't look particularly large from the outside, the interior may seem cramped, but once you take a look inside, you'll realize that's a misconception.

• Five adults can comfortably sit in the cabin of the new Lada X-Ray and drive without feeling any discomfort or inconvenience during long trips and travels.
• Inside the Lada X-Ray, a feeling of freedom and spaciousness is created thanks to the proper arrangement of seats. The overall impression is also influenced by the impressive height of the ceiling. Even a very tall driver feels quite comfortable.