How to find out the paint code
With the correct selection of car paint, you can paint a new part and install it in place of the damaged one, which will save money on completely painting the car. You also need to know the paint code for local repair of scratches and small chips on the body, in order to paint over small defects and not repaint entire parts.
The table shows paint codes for different shades for LADA Largus:
Name | Color | Paint code |
Venus | Red-burgundy metallic | 191 |
Gray basalt | Gray beige metallic | 242 |
Cashmere | Brown metallic | 283 |
Glacial | White enamel | 221 |
Black Pearl | Black and gold metallic | 676 |
Azure blue | Dark blue metallic | 498 |
Platinum | Light gray metallic | 691 |
Karakum | Gray beige metallic | 238 |
The easiest way to find out the color name and paint code is to find this information from the manufacturer in the car’s service book or warranty card. Modern cars have metal plates or vinyl stickers that indicate the code and shade of the car paint.
Where is the Lada Largus paint code?
Where is the paint code for Lada Largus? Largus owners ask this question when they need to do minor body repairs or buy something to match the color of the car. You can find the Lada Largus paint number in several ways:
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1. Using a factory sticker , which is applied to the car during assembly at the factory.
This piece of paper is called form 3347 and is used on all AvtoVAZ models. The only difference is where it is glued - it can be in the trunk, in our spare tire, on the trunk lid, in the glove compartment, etc. She looks like this:
Body colors of LADA Largus
The current palette of Lada Largus body colors includes 7 names: Glacier, Basalt Gray, Red Alloy, Azure Blue, Platinum, Black Pearl and Cashmere. When the new restyled Lada Largus FL enters the market in 2021, a new Karakum body color will be added to the automaker’s palette. It is a little darker and richer than the Quartz shade, which is no longer available.
A wide palette of shades effectively emphasizes the bold design of LADA Largus. Below are photos of the available body color options for the Lada Largus car with a description of the advantages and disadvantages of each shade.
Paint thickness Lada Largus
The factory paint thickness of Lada Largus can range from 80 to 120 microns - if we are talking about the external parts of the body. Openings - 40-60 microns. For some metallic body colors it is possible to increase the enamel layer to 160 microns.
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Glacial
White enamel combines well with black body elements and bright “arrows” on the taillights. A car of this color is suitable for car enthusiasts who want to stand out, show individuality and increase their status. The main advantage of white color is that it practically does not attract heat, so in summer, in hot and sunny weather, the car interior will be cooler than in a dark-colored car.
To maintain a white car in perfect condition, you will have to work hard and spend a lot on detergents and polishes. Be prepared that after rain it will quickly lose its presentable appearance.
Venus
Bright red metallic is a symbol of the energy of the LADA Vesta car. The eye-catching shade is a successful addition to the stylish and modern design of the car. Red cars are produced to expand the audience to young car enthusiasts.
According to survey results, 45% of women buy cars in classic black, blue and gray, which are especially popular among men. A red car is usually chosen by confident individuals who achieve their goals. Owners of cars of this color have leadership inclinations; they want to stand out from the crowd and demonstrate their advantages to others.
Despite the fact that the red body looks impressive, it is worth considering that it quickly fades if it is exposed to the sun for a long time. In most of our regions there are relatively few sunny days, so you can safely opt for a bright red car.
AVTOVAZ color chart
DETAL-TORG-AVTO LLC offers a color range of 254 colors of auto enamels, approved by the Laboratory and Testing Department of AVTOVAZ JSC. This table will help you determine the color of the car.
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VAZ code | Name | Approximate view | Metallic | Description |
100 | Triumph | metallic | silver-red | |
101 | Cardinal | bright red | ||
102 | Apricot | metallic | silver-light orange | |
104 | Kalina | metallic | bright red | |
105 | Franconia | metallic | dark cherry-raspberry | |
106 | Red pepper | red-brown | ||
107 | Eggplant | dark purple | ||
109 | Golden beige | metallic | (IZH) golden beige | |
110 | Ruby | red | ||
111 | Orange | orange | ||
114 | Karma | dark purple | ||
116 | Coral | metallic | silver dark red | |
117 | Burgundy | metallic | metallic red | |
118 | Carmen | red | ||
119 | Magma | metallic | Orange | |
120 | Mayan | metallic | silver maroon | |
121 | Marlborough | metallic | red | |
122 | bright red | |||
123 | Success | orange | ||
124 | Fire Red (NEW) | red | ||
125 | Antares | metallic | dark cherry | |
127 | Cherry | Dark red | ||
128 | Spark | metallic | red | |
129 | Victoria | metallic | silver bright red | |
132 | The Cherry Orchard | dark silver red | ||
133 | Magic | metallic | silver-bright purple | |
140 | Jasper | dark cherry | ||
145 | Amethyst | metallic | silver purple | |
150 | Fashion show | silver taupe | ||
152 | Paprika | metallic | silver-red-orange | |
162 | Cherries | dark scarlet | ||
170 | Tornado | red | ||
171 | Cup | bright red | ||
180 | Pomegranate | dark burgundy | ||
182 | Romance | Dark red | ||
190 | California poppy | metallic | golden red | |
191 | Venus | ?metalic | Dark red | |
192 | Port wine | metallic | dark cherry metallic | |
193 | Flame (NEW) | Dark red | ||
195 | Carnelian (NEW) | Dark red | ||
199 | Fresh (NEW) | yellow | ||
201 | White | white | ||
202 | Snow white | bright white | ||
203 | Jasmine | white-yellow | ||
204 | Iceberg | white-two-layer | ||
205 | Alpine | metallic | white | |
206 | Melt water | metallic | light gray | |
207 | Ivory | beige yellow | ||
210 | Primrose | light yellow | ||
212 | Cappuccino | light gray beige | ||
215 | Safari | light beige | ||
217 | Almond | metallic | silver beige pink | |
221 | Glacial | white | ||
222 | Premier | canary yellow | ||
223 | Narcissus | yellow | ||
228 | Tea rose | light yellow | ||
230 | Pearl | metallic | silver-white-milky | |
231 | City (NEW) | golden brown | ||
233 | Gray-white | gray-white | ||
234 | Honey | metallic | yellow-gold | |
235 | Beige | beige | ||
236 | Gray beige | grey-beige | ||
239 | Nevada | metallic | silver gray beige | |
240 | White cloud | white | ||
242 | Gray basalt | grey-beige | ||
243 | Acapulco | bright yellow | ||
245 | Golden Niva | metallic | gold | |
246 | Angkor (NEW) | ? | dark brown | |
257 | Star dust | metallic | beige-lilac | |
262 | Bronze Age | metallic | beige-brown | |
265 | Puma (NEW) | metallic | beige-brown | |
270 | Nefertiti | metallic | silver-beige | |
276 | Prize | metallic | silver beige | |
277 | Antelope | metallic | silver beige | |
280 | Mirage | metallic | silver-yellow-green | |
281 | Crystal | metallic | light gray | |
283 | Cashmere | ? | dark brown | |
285 | Jam | metallic | yellow-brown | |
286 | Opatija | metallic | silver orange | |
290 | South Cross | metallic | grey-beige | |
295 | Creamy white | creamy white | ||
301 | Silver willow | metallic | silver-greenish gray | |
302 | Bergamot | metallic | silver green | |
303 | Agave (NEW) | metallic | metallic green | |
304 | Nautilus | dark green | ||
305 | Asparagus | metallic | silver-light yellow | |
306 | Avens | olive | ||
307 | Green Garden | dark green | ||
308 | Sedge | metallic | green-blue | |
309 | Alligator | ? | dark green | |
310 | Currency | metallic | gray-green | |
311 | Iguana | metallic | silver-bright green | |
312 | Green tea (NEW) | metallic | green | |
313 | Aquarius | metallic | gray-green | |
317 | Meridian | green | ||
321 | Duchess | metallic | silver milky green | |
322 | Colombian greens | metallic | light green | |
VAZ code | Name | Approximate view | Metallic | Description |
325 | Deep sea | dark green | ||
328 | Nice | metallic | dark blue-green | |
331 | golden leaf | metallic | golden dark green | |
340 | Olive | yellow-green | ||
342 | Prairie | metallic | grey | |
345 | Olivine | metallic | golden green | |
347 | Inca gold | metallic | golden dark green | |
352 | Cedar | gray-green | ||
353 | Balm | green | ||
355 | Amazon | bright green | ||
358 | Caiman | metallic | dark green | |
360 | Sochi | metallic | silver-gray-greenish | |
363 | Tsunami | metallic | dark green | |
368 | Nessie | dark green | ||
370 | Corsica | metallic | silver swamp green | |
371 | Amulet | metallic | silver-dark green | |
373 | Gray-green | gray-green | ||
377 | Moray | blue-green | ||
372 | Krypton (NEW) | ? | dark green | |
381 | Centaur | metallic | silver-gray blue | |
383 | Niagara | metallic | silver-gray-bluish | |
385 | Emerald | metallic | silver green | |
387 | Papyrus | metallic | silver-gray-greenish | |
388 | Babylon | metallic | grey-beige | |
391 | Robin Hood | metallic | black with emerald green tint | |
399 | Tobacco | metallic | silver brown-green | |
403 | Monte Carlo | bright blue | ||
404 | Peterhof | grey-greenish | ||
406 | Iris | violet | ||
407 | Poseidon | metallic | Navy blue | |
408 | Charoite | metallic | silver dark purple | |
410 | Magellan | Navy blue | ||
411 | Ladoga (NEW) | metallic | gray-blue | |
412 | Regatta | metallic | silver-dark blue | |
415 | Electron | metallic | dark grey | |
416 | Fairy | metallic | silver-lilac | |
417 | Pitsunda | green-blue | ||
418 | Blue Planet (NEW) | metallic | blue-blue | |
419 | Opal | metallic | silvery bluish | |
420 | Baltika | dark blue-green | ||
421 | bottlenose dolphin | metallic | silver-green-blue | |
423 | Geyser | metallic | gray-blue | |
424 | Diplomat | ? | Navy blue | |
425 | Adriatic | blue | ||
426 | Muscari | metallic | Navy blue | |
427 | Gray-blue | gray-blue | ||
428 | Medeo | blue | ||
429 | Perseus | metallic | Navy blue | |
430 | Frigate | aquamarine | ||
435 | English Channel | metallic | silver purple | |
440 | Atlantic | violet | ||
441 | Indigo | Navy blue | ||
442 | Sadko | dark blue | ||
445 | Lapis lazuli | metallic | violet blue | |
446 | Sapphire | metallic | silver blue-violet | |
447 | Blue Midnight | blue | ||
448 | Rhapsody | metallic | silver-bright blue | |
449 | Ocean | Navy blue | ||
451 | Borovnitsa | metallic | silver-gray blue | |
453 | Capri | metallic | Navy blue | |
456 | Dark blue | Navy blue | ||
458 | Moulin rouge | bright purple | ||
460 | Aquamarine | metallic | silver-blue-green | |
464 | Valentina | gray-violet | ||
471 | Dark blue | metallic | Navy blue | |
473 | Jupiter | metallic | silvery bluish | |
475 | Tundra | metallic | silver-greenish | |
478 | Plum | metallic | silver-bright blue | |
480 | Breeze | green-blue | ||
481 | Blue | blue | ||
482 | Blueberry | metallic | Navy blue | |
483 | Sirius | metallic | gray-blue | |
487 | Lagoon | metallic | silver blue | |
488 | Galaxy | metallic | dark purple | |
489 | Azure | blue | ||
490 | Asteroid | metallic | dark blue-green | |
492 | Blues (NEW) | ? | Navy blue | |
495 | Moonlight | metallic | light blue | |
496 | Phantom (NEW) | ? | dark gray blue | |
497 | Odysseus | metallic | Gray blue | |
498 | Azure blue | metallic | silver dark blue | |
499 | Riviera | metallic | blue-violet | |
502 | Melon | metallic | silver yellow | |
503 | Chord | silver brown | ||
509 | Dark beige | dark beige | ||
513 | Black Pearl | metallic | silver brown | |
515 | Isabel | metallic | dark violet | |
601 | Black | black | ||
602 | Aventurine | metallic | silver-black | |
605 | Prestige | metallic | silver-dark blue | |
606 | Milky Way | metallic | silver-gray graphite | |
608 | Pluto (NEW) | ? | dark grey | |
610 | Riesling | metallic | silver-pale gray | |
611 | Diamond silver | metallic | silver | |
615 | Celestial pole | metallic | taupe | |
620 | Muscat | metallic | silver-gray-golden | |
626 | Wet asphalt | metallic | silver steel | |
627 | Honeysuckle | ? | steel gray | |
628 | Neptune | metallic | silver-dark gray-blue | |
630 | Quartz | metallic | grey | |
631 | Poplar fluff | metallic | grey | |
633 | Borneo | ? | dark silver gray | |
637 | Black chocolate | metallic | dark brown | |
640 | Silver | metallic | silver | |
645 | Basalt | metallic | gray-black | |
650 | Sauvignon | metallic | silver gray | |
651 | Black truffle | metallic | black | |
655 | Viking | metallic | dark grey | |
660 | Altair | metallic | silver light gray | |
665 | Space | metallic | black | |
670 | Sandalwood | metallic | beige-red | |
671 | Light gray | light gray | ||
672 | Panther | black base | ||
675 | Lavender | silver brown | ||
676 | Black Pearl | black | ||
682 | Granta | ? | dark grey | |
690 | The Snow Queen | metallic | silver | |
691 | Platinum | metallic | silver beige | |
790 | Coriander | metallic | golden brown | |
791 | Solaris | metallic | dark brown | |
793 | Dark brown | dark brown | ||
795 | Pirano | metallic | red-brown | |
798 | Cinnamon | metallic | brown | |
963 | Green | metallic | green | |
1001 | Lake Tahoe | metallic | (UAZ) dark gray-green | |
1002 | Richmo | metallic | (UAZ) dark brown | |
1005 | Light green | metallic | light green | |
1011 | Blue calypso | (IZH) dark blue | ||
1012 | Green avocado | (IZH) dark green | ||
1013 | Red port | metallic | (IZH) cherry | |
1014 | Shimmering Blue | metallic | (IZH) silver-dark blue | |
1017 | Red pepper | metallic | (IZH) silver-cherry | |
1018 | Diamond silver | metallic | (IZH) silver | |
1019 | Gray tin | metallic | (IZH) gray silver | |
1020 | Ultramarine | (IZH) blue-green | ||
1021 | Black graphite | metallic | (IZH) silver-gray-graphite | |
1115 | Extravaganza | metallic | (GM) bright red | |
1121 | Olympia | metallic | (GM) bright blue | |
1158 | Auster | metallic | (GM) taupe | |
1901 | Golden Star | metallic | (GM) beige-golden |
* Please note that the website shows an approximate type of color and its code designation. The exact name of the color is indicated in the warranty card for the car: “691 Silver beige.” According to the table, this color is: “691 Platinum”.
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Platinum
The silver color combines expressively with the embossed surface of the body. The silver-beige metallic LADA Largus looks stylish and modern. It is suitable for hot climates and is visible on the road. Practical and attractive, silver color annually occupies a leading place in the catalogs of automakers around the world.
A car of this shade is chosen by sensible people who do not strive to conform to the norms of society and show individuality. They remain calm in stressful situations and differ from other drivers in their calm driving style. It’s worth choosing this color if you want to be unique and at the same time not stand out too much in the crowd.
Improving the power unit
When considering options for tuning a Lada Largus car, it is first advised to concentrate on the technical part. Special attention should be paid to the power unit. The “engine” can develop from 84 to 102 “horses”, depending on what design solutions are used in this car.
For daily trips in an urban environment, the engine power is enough, especially if you have a family. But there are many Lada Largus owners who are not satisfied with the capabilities of their engine. Therefore, there are 2 ways to improve the power of your power plant:
- Perform chip tuning on the electronic control module, followed by changing the settings;
- To carry out modifications to the motor in the mechanical part, which involves productive intervention with the task - to replace the elements with similar components of a more reinforced plan.
If we talk about the first method - chip tuning, then it is quite common and is popular with many car owners. The purpose of the improvement is to change the ECU settings. As a result, it is possible to achieve engine adjustments. If you correctly calibrate certain parameters, you can expect a worthy reward - an increase in power.
Chip tuning is best done in specialized workshops. They can reprogram the standard firmware version to a different one. As a result:
- The fuel “appetite” decreases;
- Toxic emissions are reduced;
- Dynamic performance increases.
You can also resort to mechanical transformations of the power plant. This implies a significant improvement in performance (plus about 10-40 percent to the basic parameters). Such transformations are carried out by replacing some elements in the motor. This may include:
- Fuel supply system;
- Timing elements;
- Injection components;
- Elements of the cylinder-piston group and the block head.
It is important to note that parts must be replaced only with similar ones that are structurally compatible with the given engine.
Black Pearl
A strict, classic color that looks great in combination with X-shaped chrome moldings and silver alloy wheels.
LADA Largus in black emphasizes the driver’s classic preferences, allowing him to feel superior among the many cars of bright colors. Black is chosen by people who want to make an impression and are willing to take risks in life and on the road.
The disadvantage of black cars is that scratches and dust are especially noticeable on them. In hot weather they heat up quickly, but if you live in the northern region, you should choose this color, as a black car will be especially safe and warm.
Two reasons not to buy a Renault Duster - Lada Largus Cross and Renault Dokker
If a person decides to buy a crossover, it is almost useless to dissuade him. Now almost every second car sold in Russia is an SUV. True, if we talk about the most affordable price category (which includes the Renault Duster), then competitors from other classes are very strong.
For example, the Lada Largus station wagon sells even better than the Duster. And just over a year ago, the curious cargo-and-passenger “heel” Renault Dokker was added. These models have decent ground clearance and a very roomy interior. Except that there is no all-wheel drive, but otherwise it’s an interesting alternative to a crossover!
Station wagons as a class retain a good position in the West, but in Russia their share is vanishingly small (in 2022 they accounted for less than 5% of the total number of passenger cars sold), and the number of models with similar modifications in our market can be counted on one hand.
And people seem to need such cars, but... They don’t take them! One of the reasons is that station wagons are always more expensive than sedans with similar trim levels. But rather, the main role is played by the fact that sedans, like the newfangled crossovers today, are considered more prestigious. So they buy, focusing on the image rather than on real needs.
However, in the budget segment the situation is not so clear: here the share of station wagons is quite high. The main contribution is made by Largus - more than 44 thousand copies sold in 2022 (or 2.4% of the total market!). By the way, this is the only station wagon on the market that can accommodate up to seven passengers.
In fact, Largus is a Dacia (Renault) Logan MCV station wagon modified in Tolyatti, which appeared back in 2006. The model has been produced in Tolyatti since the summer of 2022, and so far the only “restyling” has been the appearance of the “off-road” version of Cross at the end of 2022.
Due to the stretched base, the station wagon looks disproportionate, but Largus is forgiven for this. As well as simplicity of design and low reliability. The main thing is phenomenal capacity. Yes, perhaps this overshadows all its shortcomings associated with both the original primitiveness of the model and its obsolescence
Few people have tried cargo-passenger “heels”: family buyers are more interested in crossovers that are similar in size and price, but have a higher status. The result is that in the mass segment of the market, there are mainly utilitarian models left on the market, such as the Renault Dokker, which in the eyes of the majority is a car for a courier or a small entrepreneur-trader, but not a family vehicle. How fair is popular opinion and what will the client get if he chooses a cargo-passenger van instead of a crossover?
Renault Dokker has been present on the Russian market since the end of 2022, although this model, like Largus, appeared abroad much earlier - back in 2021. This “heel”, like Largus, is built on the B0 platform. But unlike Largus, Dokker is not produced here, but imported to us, and this explains the relatively high price level for such a model. The alliance plans to localize the model in Togliatti under the Lada brand. However, before that Dokker will appear with us in the “off-road” version of Stepway. Unfortunately, no new engines and gearboxes are expected for it.
The Renault Duster in our company should have been - for a more correct comparison - front-wheel drive, with a 1.6 engine and manual transmission - like its rivals. But the company’s representative office could not find the required modification for the test - they had to settle for the Duster with the most powerful 2.0-liter engine of the trio and all-wheel drive.
However, it is precisely this modification that is the most popular (37% of the total number of Dusters sold in Russia). If we talk only about engines (without taking into account the type of drive), then the gasoline 2.0 accounts for 52% of sales, the 1.6 - 31%, and the diesel - 17%.
Seven years have passed since the start of Russian sales of Duster, during which the model has undergone one restyling (and even that was more “internal” than external). By modern standards, this is a considerable period of time, but we will have to wait at least another year for the new generation, already offered in Europe (and even in Ukraine)
Well, let's get settled inside?
If Duster is obviously stronger than our chosen rivals in terms of engine and cross-country ability, then Largus immediately has a head start due to passenger capacity. In this class, no one in our market has a third row of seats.
In the spartan interior of the Lada, passengers in the “gallery” are no less comfortable than in the first two rows. Look: an average-sized adult has plenty of space for his legs, knees, and above his head!
Let's be honest: judging which interior is more modern and comfortable in relation to budget models is a thankless task. But still, Largus loses in all respects - from the “ancestral curse” in the form of a downward-looking climate control unit and an inconvenient horn button at the end of the left lever to an outdated audio system (yes, it has USB and even Bluetooth, but try to figure it out again, how to connect this “blue tooth”)
Despite the fact that the front seats of the Largus were modified at AvtoVAZ, they are still not much better than those of the first generation Logan: on a long journey you can only sympathize with the driver. Another miscalculation is the location of the heating button under the height adjustment lever. It is more comfortable to sit in Docker, but in order to raise the chair, you need to sit up in it yourself (or rather, jump). But a more vertical fit conceals other ergonomic shortcomings. Duster, on the other hand, offers the most “light” driving position, which is why many will find it the most comfortable
The Docker has no all-wheel drive, no third row - it has another advantage: it has the most spacious interior. And if the difference in width between the armrests of the front doors is small (125 cm for Largus, 127 for Docker and 126 for Duster), then the headroom is a definite plus for a van with a high roof: from cushion to ceiling for Docker it is 109 cm versus 98 for Largus and only 93 for Duster (measurements were carried out on the front passenger seats, which are not height adjustable), and the Docker seat itself is higher (from the floor to the edge of the cushion 35 cm versus 32 and 31 for rivals).
But the idyll is spoiled by the shelf above the windshield: if the driver or front passenger is taller than average, its edge ends up dangerously close to the head. But on the second row, Docker is unrivaled: it is 146 cm wide (though due to the lack of armrests)
Another Docker feature is the sliding doors at the rear. How often do passengers in a cramped parking lot throw open the door and hit the neighboring car? Here the driver can be calm. But the lack of trim around the window opening is an unambiguous hint at the utilitarian essence of the model
A peculiarity of the layout of the Largus cabin is that the second row is located slightly higher than the first (and the third, accordingly, is still slightly higher than the second), so passengers have no complaints about visibility. In Docker and Duster, the height of the rear sofa cushions above the floor is 35 cm versus 37 in Largus - which provides Lada passengers with a more comfortable position on long trips. In addition, Largus sports a luggage rack in the area of the B-pillar, and Docker not only does not have pockets in the doors, but also armrests - it will not be possible for its passenger to relax. The Duster does not have pockets in the backs of the front seats, but in terms of “points” it turned out to be the best for passengers
The above-mentioned shelf in the Largus’s cabin is not a whim, but a necessity in a seven-seat configuration, because the Lada’s trunk in this case resembles a handbag. But if the third row is not needed, it can be easily folded. And when folding the second row, it is better to remove the “gallery” altogether - fortunately this is not difficult to do.
The Docker offers a truly “wagon” of luggage space. But at the same time, the jack and standard tools remain visible, and only hinges in the floor are offered for securing luggage. The Duster here is again the golden mean: the trunk is not particularly capacious, but with the best finish, and even with a shelf that covers luggage from prying eyes. However, the raised floor and additional capacity around the spare tire are a privilege of all-wheel drive versions
What can Duster please you with? If we talk about the interior, then the crossover has no fundamental advantages in comparison with a station wagon and a van. The Duster itself is wider than everyone else, but due to its swollen wings. Its old problems have not gone away either: mediocre ergonomics and an uncomfortable fit (including due to the high, wide and almost always dirty threshold).
There could be more storage compartments (especially for rear passengers). The trunk, as already mentioned, is average in volume, but the most comfortable and, in the all-wheel drive version, with a spacious “underground”... But something still needs to be noted: in the additional plastic garb of the special version of the Dakar, the Duster looks more expensive than anyone else. And it clearly hints at its off-road superiority.
The famous protruding and dirty Duster threshold, if you think about it, is an excellent natural protection for the body from contact with off-road obstacles. And in parking lots it can help protect against careless neighbors more effectively than classic moldings
Rear visibility suffers in many modern cars. Today, even budget cars offer headrests for each passenger, and in order to use the interior mirror, they must be lowered. Another common feature of all three models: the location of the central seat belt is far behind - even on the Duster it must be pulled out in advance and fastened into one of the locks, and in Largus the belt of the middle passenger of the second row runs close to the head of the left passenger of the “gallery”
What can a simple Largus audio system do? Play music (radio or USB) and replace Hands Free. Navigation, watching videos and something like that are not provided. The only driver assistants are parking sensors and ABS. In Duster, multimedia is more modern: there is a navigator and a broadcast of images from the reversing camera.
It would seem that testing front-wheel drive family cars off-road is a strange activity. However, the Docker has a stated ground clearance of 190 mm—not every crossover can boast such ground clearance. Largus in the Cross version already by its name implies higher off-road capabilities compared to a regular station wagon, although the ground clearance is only 170 mm. Well, Duster, having 210 mm of clearance under the bottom, compared to its rivals, is almost a full-fledged SUV.
In order to equalize the chances, we forcibly left the Duster “without rear wheels” - fortunately, this is easy to do: just turn the transmission mode control “puck” to the appropriate position.
Despite the most modest ground clearance of the trio, Largus makes its way through the “powder” with a reserve in ground clearance. If something starts to touch you, don’t worry: the lower perimeter is well covered with unpainted plastic. But the long wheelbase still affects the off-road capabilities of the station wagon: the front wheels do not “row” as confidently as on the other two cars, especially when the load increases
The off-road Docker is certainly helped by its excellent ground clearance for a road car. However, its body does not have “protection” from below, and the front bumper begins to rake up snow earlier than the others. And if this does not interfere with loose snow, then denser snow, as well as serious bends in the terrain, will quickly stop the car.
A high-set body with plastic protection at the bottom and virtually no overhangs, as well as the highest ground clearance in our trio, allow the Duster, even with front-wheel drive, to calmly and confidently drive where its rivals can barely “crawl.” In some cases, electronics help, preventing excessive slippage.
We left the road test for last. Why? Yes, only because the engine capabilities of our rivals are too different. Thus, Largus, with a curb weight of 1370 kg, even without a load, clearly lacks the 106-horsepower 1.6-liter VAZ “aspirated” engine: any acceleration in the rhythm of the flow makes the engine scream about its difficult fate.
Although the Docker is a hundredweight lighter than the Largus, its engine is even weaker: for those who care about dynamics, it is better to take a closer look at the diesel version. It's only 8 hp. more powerful, but drives more vigorously due to the torque of 200 Nm. And the petrol one with 134 Nm is for quiet movement, in ri.
As for the Duster, as an addition to the test, we later found a car with a 1.6-liter engine (114 horsepower) and responsibly declare: even with it, this crossover remains the fastest and most comfortable both in the city and on the highway. Which is not surprising: after all, the power still remains higher than that of the others, and the curb weight of the front-wheel drive version is even one hundredweight less.
Largus can drive actively in the city - but only if you are not shy and “spinning” the engine: the VAZ 16-valve engine loves higher revs. It's a pity that it makes a fair amount of noise. On a gasoline Docker, it is better to immediately come to terms with the impossibility of active movement. But at a calm pace, the van impresses with stable and unexpectedly sufficient traction at low speeds. However, on the highway, the “shortest” gear row in the gearbox forces the engine to operate at high speeds. A Duster with any engine outperforms its rivals in terms of comfort, dynamics, and handling - in the test it is the most balanced car in terms of driving characteristics!
How much?
The most spacious car in our test, the Lada Largus Cross, is offered in only two versions: the seven-seater version will cost 765,900 rubles, and the five-seater version will cost 740,900 rubles. Actually, the third row of seats is the only thing you can save on when buying a Largus Cross. Otherwise, there is no choice: only the Togliatti 1.6-liter engine combined with a manual transmission and the only Luxe package.
But the availability of the other two test participants depends on the selected modification and configuration. If we talk about test cars, the cost of the Docker will be 1,009,990 rubles versus 1,055,990 rubles for the Duster in the Dakar version. However, based on similar technical characteristics, a basic front-wheel drive Duster with a 1.6-liter engine and manual transmission can be purchased for only 699,000 rubles - and this is even cheaper than a Lada!
True, all-wheel drive, available in richer trim levels, immediately raises the cost of the Duster by almost 121,000 rubles. But even in this case, the crossover remains financially more attractive than a van. And given the opportunity to get a car not only with all-wheel drive and a more powerful engine, but also with an automatic transmission for an amount comparable to the cost of Docker, it becomes clear why most people prefer a crossover.
So what are the strengths and weaknesses of our family budget employees? In relation to Largus Cross, the thesis about the successful ratio of capacity and cost of this station wagon was only confirmed. This is the only car in the budget segment that can not only take seven on board, but also transport them without significant constraint.
Just like Docker. But the van is more modern than our station wagon - albeit not in technical terms (after all, all three have the same platform), but at least in terms of comfort and ease of operation. Yes, the petrol Docker is the most phlegmatic car in the test, but it is easier and more intuitive to drive than the Lada.
However, for the price of a diesel Docker, you can get a top-end Duster, which will have the most powerful engine and all-wheel drive. Actually, the last circumstance is the main trump card of the crossover, although even without connecting the rear axle, the Duster moved more confidently off-road.
And the crossover also turned out to be the best on asphalt, even without taking into account the more powerful engine. A successful balance of driving characteristics, comfort and cost - isn’t that why Duster has so many fans, despite its by no means isolated shortcomings and design, which is not to everyone’s taste? So we unanimously recognize Duster as the winner of our test...
Azure blue
A deep color reminiscent of the azure summer sky or the endless depths of the ocean. Diving is possible in different elements, but the path to them begins behind the wheel of a LADA Largus. The blue color of a car carries a calming energy and is considered more “masculine”.
The driver who has chosen a car of this shade is characterized by thoughtfulness and restraint. He is not inclined to act rashly, and considers racing a frivolous activity, so it is safe to be on the road with this person.
The light blue color is quite easily soiled, so if you are not ready to become a regular customer of car washes, then choose a car of a different shade.
Gray basalt
According to reviews from car owners, this is the most practical color. If you prefer to remain inconspicuous and not attract attention, then the gray LADA Largus is ideal for you. Caring for a car of this color is as simple as possible, since traces of dust and dirt are practically invisible on it.
When buying a gray car, it is worth considering that it is less noticeable than others on the roadway. Therefore, you should not leave vehicles on the road at dusk and without signal lights.
Technical characteristics of the tested vehicles (manufacturers' data)
Lada Largus Cross | Renault Dokker | Renault Duster | |
Body | |||
Type | Station wagon | Compact van (van) | Station wagon (SUV) |
Number of seats/doors | 5–7/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Engine | |||
Type | Gasoline, with distributed injection, VAZ-21129 | Gasoline, multipoint injection, K7M | Petrol, multipoint injection, F4R (H4M*) |
Engine location | Front transverse | Front transverse | Front transverse |
Number and arrangement of cylinders | 4, in a row | 4, in a row | 4, in a row |
Working volume, cubic meters cm | 1596 | 1598 | 1998 (1598) |
Power, hp at rpm | 106/5800 | 82/5000 | 143/5750 (114/5500) |
Torque, Nm at rpm | 148/4200 | 134/2800 | 195/4000 (156/4000) |
Transmission | |||
Drive unit | Front | Front | Plug-in full (front) |
Transmission | 5-speed manual transmission | 5-speed manual transmission | 6-speed manual gearbox (5-speed manual gearbox) |
Brakes | |||
Front | Ventilated disc | Ventilated disc | Ventilated disc |
Rear | Drums | Drums | Drums |
Suspension | |||
Front | Independent, spring, McPherson | Independent, spring, McPherson | Independent, spring, McPherson |
Rear | Semi-dependent, spring | Semi-dependent, spring | Independent, spring, multi-link (semi-independent, spring) |
Dimensions, volume, weight | |||
Length/width/height, mm | 4470/1756/1682 | 4363/1751/1814 | 4315/1822/1625 |
Wheelbase, mm | 2905 | 2810 | 2673 |
Ground clearance, mm | 170 | 190 | 210 (205) |
Curb/gross weight, kg | 1370/1850 | 1278/1818 | 1370/1870 (1190/1716) |
Fuel tank volume, l | 50 | 50 | 50 |
Trunk volume, min./max., l | 135–2350 | 800–3000 | 408–1570 (475–1636) |
Tires | 205/55 R16 | 185/65 R15 | 215/65 R16 |
Dynamic characteristics | |||
Maximum speed, km/h | 165 | 159 | 180 (167) |
Acceleration to 100 km/h, sec. | 13,5 | 14,3 | 10,3 (10,9) |
Fuel consumption, l/100 km | |||
Combined cycle | 9,0 | 7,8 | 7,8 (7,4) |
CO2 emissions, g/km, eq. Class | n. d./Euro-5 | n. d./Euro-5 | 177 (171)/Euro-5 |
Cost of the car, rub. | |||
Basic equipment | 740 900 | 904 990 | 962 990 (699 000) |
* in brackets - modification data for 1.6 manual transmission 2WD
Cashmere
The noble and unique dark brown metallic compares favorably with Lada Largus cars of other shades. Cars of this color are chosen by strong and conservative individuals who are used to keeping the situation under control. Brown color helps the car driver gain confidence that he can control the situation on the road.
The brown car is hard to see in the dark and does not attract attention on the road. Therefore, in bad weather, it is better for the driver to drive only with the headlights on. But in winter, against the background of snow, brown cars are especially noticeable. It is worth noting the practicality of the Lada Largus cashmere - owners of cars of this color go to the car wash 2 times less often than drivers of cars of other colors.
Options and prices
For the Russian market, Lada Largus 2022 is offered in 3 trim levels: Standard, Norma and Luxe. The “Standard” assembly costs 524.5 thousand rubles and has an eight-valve K7M power unit with a 5-speed manual JH3 gearbox, as well as:
- Driver's airbag;
- Seat belts for the driver and passenger sitting next to them with a limiter function;
- Clips for child seats;
- Vacuum booster of the brake system;
- Mechanical optical lighting corrector;
- Inertial seat belts (5 pieces);
- Head restraints on the rear seats;
- Locking doors from opening by children;
- Immobilizer;
- Fabric seat upholstery;
- Plastic upholstery;
- Brushed carpets in the cabin and trunk;
- Bracket for securing cargo;
- Adjustable steering wheel tilt;
- Lighting in the trunk;
- Alarm indicating that the side lights are not turned off;
- Single ignition and door key;
- Audio preparation;
- Stamped 15-inch “rollers”;
- Electronic systems ABS and EBD;
- 12-Volt socket;
- Cabin air filter;
- Light tinting;
- Railings
- Full size spare wheel.
Next comes the performance “Norma”, which is estimated from 544,000 rubles. It has:
- Sun visor with mirror for the front passenger;
- Possibility of folding the passenger seat in a ratio of 60:40;
- Hydraulic power steering;
- Seat belt height adjustment;
- Central castle;
- Electric windows on the front windows;
- Bumper painted in the same tone as the body;
- Moldings on the side doors.
The “Norma” version has additional packages of “Climate” and “Control” options. The price will be higher – 566,000 and 601,500 rubles, respectively. In “Climate” you can see the presence of air conditioning and heated front seats. The Comfort has already installed an airbag for the front passenger with a function to turn it off, a luggage rack, a curtain shelf in the trunk, as well as an audio system with a pair of speakers.
The “Lux” version has already received:
- Sound signal in 2 tones;
- On-board computer;
- Fabric inserts on door trim;
- Chrome elements in the interior trim;
- Leather trim of the “steering wheel”;
- Ability to adjust the driver's seat with lumbar support in height;
- Cigarette lighter with ashtray;
- Pockets on front seats;
- Central locking with remote control;
- Power windows on rear windows;
- Exterior mirrors with electric drive and electric heating function;
- Painting door handles and mirror trims to match the body paint;
- Thresholds on the front doors;
- Fog lights;
- 15-inch cast “rollers”;
- Audio system with four speakers;
- Front and rear parking sensors;
- Parktronic.
For this option you will have to pay at least 633,700 rubles. There is also a model that received stamped rather than cast wheels. For this you will need to pay an additional 10,000 rubles.