The new model from domestic manufacturers LADA Vesta SW Cross was warmly received in the automotive industry. The car turned out to be very interesting and original, and to a large extent this is ensured by the factory color scheme. There are 10 different colors in total, this may be less than other models, but these colors are really well designed. The manufacturer assigned a name to each color and in this article the Lada Vesta SV Cross in the “Mars” color will be considered.
↑ Practicality of the “Mars” color of the Lada West
This color embodies the very concept of this model, namely dynamics and effectiveness. What makes such a car stand out is at least the fact that this enamel was developed specifically for the Cross version.
It is impossible to judge unequivocally the practicality of this color, however, what can be guaranteed is that such a car will stand out from the gray traffic flow. After all, you can mostly see cars in dark colors on our roads. Because there is an opinion among people that they can be washed less often and are easier to sell. However, this is far from true, because dirt is clearly visible even on a dark car, and the demand for the “Mars” color in the car market is now high and will remain at this level for a long time.
Mainly due to the fact that this is an exclusive paint created specifically for this model. And also because the car in this color was advertised for a long time from all sources. So now this option is modern and fashionable.
The only possible drawback in terms of practicality may be repairs. After all, as already mentioned, this paint is original and therefore the service center will most likely try to take advantage of it. However, otherwise this enamel has no obvious flaws.
Available colors
Since manufacturers have taken great care in developing the range, the consumer can have the opportunity to choose from a fairly large assortment.
- black, white – were also on previous models;
- gray shade “Pluto”;
- blue "Blues";
- red "Carnelian";
- light gray - photo of the platinum-colored body at the beginning of the article;
- dark green "Krypton";
- gray-blue “Phantom”;
- brown "Angkor";
- For an additional price, in the luxury package you can get the green shade “Lime”.
All colors of Lada Vesta have their own specific feature to give rise to special and different emotions when looking at the vehicle. In the video you can see all the grace of the car in symbiosis with this attractive shade.
↑ Painting technology with the “Mars” color of Lada West
In the first news about this line, AvtoVAZ made a statement regarding a new painting technology that they plan to test on this model. However, this never happened; the changes affected only the list of materials used for this.
Now cataphoresis primer is used, thanks to which the car will become many times more resistant to metal corrosion. In addition, this substance significantly enhances the adhesion of paint to surfaces. As a result of these changes, the thickness of the paint coating will also increase. The manufacturer provides a guarantee for painting for 6 years.
Reviews
| Positive | Negative |
| “Phantom” suits Vesta very well, the car looks interesting and simply excellent. | There's nothing special about the Carthage color, but for some reason it's the most expensive. |
| As for me, the ideal colors for the cross version are “Carnelian”, “Mars” and “Glacial”. | The black color doesn't really suit this car, it's better to choose other colors. |
| I'm completely satisfied with the car, I bought a bright red SV. This is an inexpensive foreign car at a very competitive price and it has everything you need. | A huge problem with colors, if you need to choose exactly for your car. If you need to tint or repaint the car or its parts, then be prepared for the fact that the shade ordered from the officials will not match. |
| Finally, the domestic auto industry has started making normal cars. I have a Vesta model with an automatic and in classic black. I've been driving for a little over six months - there have been no problems. An excellent alternative to foreign cars. | One of the first Wests to be completely dissatisfied with. I'm not even talking about the shade, which shows all the chips, but the assembly itself was disappointing. The cars released later after modifications turned out to be much better. |
| The SV has a spacious interior and trunk, sensors are installed on the headlights and brushes, the engine is very quiet, you can hardly hear it. | Minor downsides to Vesta are the different knobs and knobs. The big drawback was the creaking of the front suspension |
| Quiet engine, easy soft start. The doors close easily and quietly. Good brakes, clutch, steering. | On large bumps in wet weather, the anti-roll bar creaks. The problem turns out to be very common. |
| Lots of passive and active safety features. ESP, which helps a lot in winter. The air conditioner and heater work great. | Mounts in the trunk take up a lot of space. Stainless seat upholstery. The engine compartment is splashed through the gap under the hood. |
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Ambient temperature sensor Lada Vesta.
↑ Reviews of the “Mars” color of the Lada West
Andrey, Rostov.
“I’ll leave my review as well. The Lada Vesta SW Cross in “Mars” color with a 1.6 engine was my first car, at least the first new one bought at a car dealership. Initially, I tossed between several options, but in the end I took what was in the family program, namely this model. First, before purchasing, I did a test drive. The choice of colors was small, but the “Mars” color scheme caught my eye first.”
Victoria, Khabarovsk
“We bought a Lada West with a universal body and a 1.8 engine. This model was first seen in an advertisement and the first thing I liked was the color. Therefore, we decided that if we stop at this model, then only with this color. I love everything colorful and motley, so I immediately liked the car. It looks very bright during the day, and especially after rain, when droplets flow down the surface. I recommend this car."
Elena, Krasnodar
“At the time of purchase, the Lada West SV Cross was in the showroom in only one copy. Initially we wanted black, but the color “Mars” still caught my eye. Therefore, it was decided not to wait until black ones were available, but to take one. Initially there were mixed feelings, but I quickly got used to it and now I like it.”
“Mars” or “Pluto”: colors of LADA Vesta
For the domestic automaker, Vesta became a real breakthrough and a sensation for Russian drivers.
Yes, initially it had quite a lot of problems, but the constant work of specialists made it possible to quickly get rid of them. Today Vesta is gaining enormous popularity not only in Russia, but also far beyond its borders. And in addition to the unique design, equipping the machine with modern systems and the use of technology, the manufacturer offered consumers a large selection of colors. However, it is important to remember that colors may differ slightly in real life, so do not blindly believe photos online.
↑ Other colors of Lada Vesta
A set of ten colors was presented before the release of the model, and it consists of the following colors (all names are official, from the manufacturer):
- Carthage - the name of the ancient state received a light, moderately white color. The main characteristic of this element of the palette is calmness and, to some extent, solidity.
- Platinum is pure silver, one might say, a classic color. The main feature is the clear identification of the body relief against the general background.
- Carnelian is red, with increased brightness and saturation. It is considered a symbol of energy and fits perfectly with the overall style of the car.
- Phantom - this name has not been used elsewhere, but it is worth recognizing that it is appropriate here. This color has a chameleon quality and ranges from dark golden to almost blue. Looks great on a bright, sunny day. However, to achieve the full effect, you need to consistently keep the machine clean.
- Pluto has a color to match the planet of the same name. A dark gray shade that represents rigor and practicality.
- Black pearl is pure black color. Blends perfectly with factory silver wheels.
- Glacier is a completely white color, with black body parts and headlights standing out noticeably against its background. It is quite popular, but this is primarily due to its slightly lower price.
- Angkor - the name most likely comes from Angkor Wat (an ancient temple in Cambodia). From a distance it appears almost brown. In this case, the color of the car is more reminiscent of chocolate, but with an admixture of gray shades.
- Blues - if you look at the sky shortly before a thunderstorm, you can see just about this shade.
This list is presented in the form of a list, and not a rating. Since color preferences, like musical ones, are a matter of taste. Of course, the white color will need more frequent washing, and “Mars” will cost a pretty penny in case of damage and scratches. Therefore, you need to choose at your own discretion; they are all practical in their own way.
Glacial has code 221, looks white
Angkor, or metallic brown, is a popular, frequently chosen sedan color. This shade of milk chocolate goes perfectly with the urban setting, harmoniously diluting the grayness of residential areas. The color is not easily soiled, pleasing to the eye in the dirtiest weather, successfully hiding dust and minor imperfections. It belongs to the category of classic colors that have unobtrusively and confidently conquered the market. Practical and versatile, the brown Lada Vesta is suitable for men and women, becoming evidence of the owner's business character.
White Lada Vesta is the most popular option, since the paint is not metallic; in addition to its advantages, it is extremely inexpensive. The strict arctic shade emphasizes the lines of the silhouette, and the black body elements stand out as much as possible against the background of the car. The rear headlights look like a bright fragment - giving the overall appearance a certain zest. Quite capricious in handling, in terms of chips - on white, the slightest imperfections, dirt, traces of rain are clearly visible. But I must say that the white color is more practical than black, the black Vesta gets dirty quickly - this color is called: “Die with a rag.” Under the rays of sunlight, the white Lada Vesta sedan sparkles like pure snow, laconically confirming the name - Glacier. White color characterizes the Sport style!
Red remains the color of love, passion, fire. A scarlet car indicates the bright, lively temperament of the owner, be it a man or a woman. Vesta of a fiery hue symbolizes energy, dynamics, development, and a frantic pace of life. A stylish car blends seamlessly into any environment, attracting attention and pleasing the eye with the richness of its paint.
Dark blue, like a pre-storm sky, Lada Vesta embodies the irreconcilable, imperious nature of the elements. The shade of the sea depth makes you feel like a part of an eternal race, imagining an endless ribbon of road that softly rustles under the wheels. Overcoming kilometer after kilometer, the car shares its energy with the owner, conveying the mood of the musical style that gives its name to this deep blue shade.
↑ Let's summarize
Lada West SV Cross does not have the largest color palette to choose from, however, all these shades are elaborated and designed for the widest possible range of car enthusiasts. The color “Mars” is the brightest representative of this list, on par, perhaps, only with “Carnelian”. Suitable for those who want their car to stand out from the crowd. This color looks great on a sunny day and it will be difficult to find another similar one on the road, because this paint was developed specifically for this model.
Well, if you don’t like this color, then there are nine more attractive options. To save money, for example, you can purchase the white version, since it is cheaper than the others. However, if you calculate the annual cost of washing, then that’s exactly what it will come out to be. So you need to choose according to your preferences, the main thing is that you like the car, and you can still change the color over time.
Phantom – code 496
Changeability, dynamism, activity - traits that allow you to keep up with the rapid flow of life, traits inherent in the Lada Vesta in gray-blue color. The car, a real chameleon, is capable of changing depending on the situation. Strict, laconic in urban conditions, soft, lively, like the nature around the off-road. A cut gemstone, the color shimmers from bluish to the shade of the sky at dawn, making you want to continuously admire the car.
Color scheme, color names
While orders for the Lada Vesta were flowing in a wide stream, AvtoVAZ designers did not sit idle, but developed new colors that highlighted both the geometry of the curves and lines of the body of this car. In addition to the above-mentioned Vesta color options, body colors began to roll off the assembly line, with names such as:
- "angkor";
- "platinum";
- "Pluto";
- "lime";
- "cornelian";
- "Mars";
- "metallic";
- "black Pearl";
- "chameleon".
Taking into account the demand for one or another body color, the color scheme of Vesta was adjusted because by August 2017, cars in “lime” and “krypton” colors stopped appearing in showrooms.
Lada Vesta white color photo
Paint quality: which is better, galvanization or cathophoresis, and what is the guarantee?
In fact, the very appointment of Bu Inge Anderson as the head of our auto giant during a difficult time for AvtoVAZ was associated with improving the quality of its products. The further course of events showed that fundamental improvements had taken place, starting from the design and interior equipment of the cabin and ending with the build quality of the car, which were most fully manifested in the Vesta model.
Lada Vesta blue photo
And the current 6-year warranty on painting is not so much a marketing ploy, but the fact that the eternal domestic problem of protection against corrosion and poor quality of body coating has been overcome. If the first problem in the West is solved by galvanizing bodies, dipping them into molten zinc, then AvtoVAZ decided to go its own way and is trying to protect the body with a cathophoresis primer.
Lada Vesta color brown
Of course, 6 warranty years is not 15, like Swedish ones, or 20 years, like some German cars, but this is good by our standards, or, as they say, it’s nothing more than the beginning. However, cathophoresis is actually cooler than banal galvanizing, since it is an electrochemical process of attaching a substance to the metal that performs protective functions.
