I replaced Granta with Vesta. Is it worth the money? My impressions

Exterior models

Machine Specifications

Russian automobile production has entered a stage of degeneration. The question of which is better than Lada Vesta or Lada Granta cannot be given an exact answer. Both cars represent a tempting purchase offer and are especially superior to previous models in terms of price and quality. The cars have almost the same number of configurations.

Despite the fact that Vesta is an excellent new product and opens up promising opportunities for the foreign market, the old model range is not forgotten. Due to the fact that the Lada Granta has a lower cost, buyers’ interest in it does not wane. We will try to compare Lada Vesta and Lada Granta in this article. Reviews 2017 have a clear distinction regarding the differences and similarities of the cars.

Exterior design of models

Lada Vesta is a high-status vehicle that competes on equal terms with foreign “giants” Hyundai Solaris and Škoda Rapid. Granta does not reach this level at all. However, this completely modern model is very popular among Russian car enthusiasts and is capable of winning on other strengths.

• Both cars belong to the budget class “B”. Vesta looks sportier and more modern, while its competitor incorporates all the familiar features and developments: smooth lines and a trivial appearance. This brevity of the Lada Granta is highly appreciated by buyers.
• Vesta is distinguished by front chrome inserts. On the side there are intriguing recesses that match the latter. The faceless exterior of the Grant loses in this regard.
• Lada Vesta gets ahead due to minor details introduced into the design, such as: a galvanized body or protection against snow getting into the cabin when closing.

Comparison of Lada Vesta and Lada Granta

Important!

In a competitive consideration of Lada Vesta or Lada Granta, one of the significant factors is the presence of a sedan and a liftback in the Granta. At the moment, while the Vesta station wagon and hatchback are just getting ready for release, the balance of power is somewhat shifted towards the previous model. Experts note that the release of improved modifications of the new product will make you completely forget about Grant, but there is still time until that moment.

First impressions

My Granta was no longer in very good condition. Therefore, there was no point in selling it, but we managed to sell it through the trade-in system. In the salon I signed all the papers, the contract, and left from there in a brand new Vesta.

First impressions turned out to be the most positive. Immediately I was able to identify the following advantages:

1. Better sound insulation, making the cabin quite quiet;
2. The suspension is comfortable and soft. Because of this, Vesta is more convenient to drive than Granta;
3. The equipment itself impressed me. Even the basic one already has electric power steering and directional stability, which can be turned off by simply pressing a button. By the way, not all foreign cars have such a button.
4. Of course, the car is equipped with electric windows for all windows, a radio with 4 speakers, heated front seats, a lift assist system, and radio control buttons on the steering wheel. For additional driver comfort, the package includes air conditioning, parking sensors and many other interesting features.

As you can see, the car’s characteristics are not inferior to many models of foreign cars.

Comparative characteristics of bodies.

As a comparison shows, Lada Vesta is ahead of its competitor in almost all indicators, except for trunk volume and car height. The model parameters of Grant and the compared model are as follows:

1. Weight (standard and fully loaded) - 1075 (1560) and 1,230 kg (1,670 kg) for Lada Vesta.
2. Width – 1700 mm versus 1765 mm.
3. The height is one and a half meters and 1497 mm for Vesta.
4. In length, the Lada Granta is inferior to its opponent by almost 15 cm: 4260 mm vs 4410 mm.
5. Vesta's ground clearance is 17.8 cm, while that of its competitor is 160 mm.
6. In terms of trunk volume, the Grant model range has 40 liters more than the new product.

Exterior models

Lada car transmissions

Lada Vesta has a 5-speed gearbox, or rather two. One is Russian, the good old 5-speed manual, the other is robotic, developed by Renault engineers. The robotic gearbox is also 5-speed. Judging by the reviews, the transmissions are completely satisfactory to the owners and cause virtually no complaints during operation.

Lada Granta has one box. The same robot, but 4-speed. Judging by the reviews, not everyone is satisfied with the power and operation of transmissions.

Exterior Grants

The design of the Lada Granta liftback was intended to be a budget option, which is why on the front you can see huge headlights and a large radiator grille. A massive air intake was squeezed under it, occupying the entire lower part of the front bumper. The full picture emerges after installing the round fog lights. This model has virtually no chrome parts, unlike other examples.

The Lada Granta liftback has huge side doors that stand out sharply, as well as an extremely long stern. The body seems disproportionate, but this was done in order to increase the parameters of the luggage compartment. The back is not much different from the front and sides. The trunk lid, with its dimensions, makes it feel more important than everything else. All this must be taken into account if you want to buy this particular model.

Results

The price of the Granta in the 106-horsepower version ranges from 420 to 440 thousand rubles. Any version in the LADA Vesta model range is significantly more expensive. What to choose depends on the allocated budget for the car.

In terms of the dynamic parameters of the Grant, the liftback in some versions reaches the performance of the newer model, but its interior and exterior leave much to be desired.

Which option to give preference to, which is better from the presented options, is up to the buyer to decide! It is recommended to purchase a car from a dealer network that has great authority in sales policies.

Rate the article!

Vesta's appearance

The new product from AvtoVAZ looks more aesthetic and harmonious. The features and lines of the car fit together perfectly and do not cause rejection. The front part is decorated with a chrome design. The radiator grille, air intake and attractive headlights form a single unit.

The design of the Lada Vesta does not have bulky side doors or rough-cut wheel rims. “X-style” lines are stretched along the sides of the car, with stampings clearly visible at the bottom of the doors. The rear appearance does not spoil the overall picture. The bumper has a black trim and a lower reflector. The trunk lid looks appropriate, and the outlines of the rear lights are pleasing to the eye.

When will the new Granta be released?

The short answer is that it is already out. The cheapest Lada car and the bestseller on the Russian market can now be bought for 400,000 rubles. It has been produced since 2011. There were no changes until 2022. After the car, the car underwent a small restyling. Already on August 31, 2022, in Moscow, AvtoVAZ announced the release of the first samples of the new Granta in 4 body types. But the new generation should only be expected by 2019-2023.

It will be based on the B0 platform, which has already undergone major modernization. It will be used in a new car body. When the new Grant is released, new AvtoVAZ developments will already appear.

It is still unknown where you can buy a new Granta cheaper. It is better to give preference to salons that belong to the auto giant Lada. For example, you can successfully purchase a car in the cities of Togliatti or Krasnodar. Typically, cars with an audio system and power steering air conditioning can cost no more than 450,000 rubles. At the same time, for this price they can offer engine protection and tinting. You can buy everything else yourself and it will be much cheaper. Where to buy a new Grant - of course, at a car showroom at an AvtoVAZ dealer.

Comparison of Lada Vesta and Lada Granta by performance characteristics

Machine Specifications

• The engines on both models have a power of 106 horsepower and comply with Euro-5 environmental standards. Granta has two valves per cylinder, while its rival has twice as many.
• The difference in speed gain is quite noticeable. The new product delivers 11 seconds, while the competitor is more than a second slower. The maximum speed is determined accordingly: 185 km/h for the West versus 165 for the Lada Grant.
• Both models have several engines of varying power. Based on which internal combustion engine is installed in a particular configuration, one can judge the dynamic characteristics of the car.

Important!

The configuration of the Lad Granta Sport is much lighter than the Vesta sedan. The test drive showed this. As a result, acceleration reaches 10.9 seconds, and the maximum speed approaches 185 km/h. It is worth understanding that with the advent of the planned coupe and station wagon, Vesta will gain a significant advantage in competition with the Granta model range.

What to choose: Grant or West

Which is better to choose Lada Granta or Vesta (compare)

Lada Granta and Vesta are among the best-selling sedans in Russia, which are consistently included in the TOP 5 ratings. Many car enthusiasts, when buying a new car, cannot decide whether to take the budget Grant or the more modern Vesta. Let's find out how these two cars differ, and whether it's worth overpaying.

Lada Grantalada Vesta

Comparison of technical characteristicsParameter Lada Granta Lada Vesta

Ground clearance 160 mm 178 mm Dimensions (length x width x height) 4260 x 1700 x 1500 4410 x 1764 x 1497 Trunk volume 520 l 480 l Fuel tank capacity 50 l 55 l

Vehicle weight 1100 kg 1250 kg

Lada Vesta is larger and the interior is more spacious. The car belongs to class B and, being one of its largest representatives, gravitates towards the higher C-class. And the Vesta platform itself was made with an eye toward designing C-class cars.

Engine and transmission Lada Granta Lada Vesta

1.6 l 8-cl. (87 hp), 5MT X1.6 l 16-cl. (106 hp), 5MT X X1.6 l 16 cl. (106 hp), 5AMT X X1.6 l 16-cl. (98 hp), 4AT X1.8 l 16-cl. (122 hp), 5MT X

1.8 l 16 cl. (122 hp), 5AMT X

If you can’t imagine a car without an automatic transmission, then choose Granta. Lada Vesta may get an automatic transmission or a CVT, but this will not happen before 2022. Please note that the 1.8-liter engine produces 122 hp. Installs only on Vesta.

Comparison of configurations

Lada Vesta is a newer model of AvtoVAZ, and accordingly has a number of modern options that are not available from Granta:◦Side airbags◦Automatic activation of the hazard warning lights during emergency braking◦Automatic unlocking of doors and activation of the hazard warning lights in the event of a collision◦ERA-GLONASS emergency warning system◦Central armrest with tilt adjustment◦Illuminated entry/exit points in the front doors◦Reach-adjustable steering column◦Driver's seat with height adjustment and lumbar support◦Rear view camera◦Cooled glove box◦Cruise control and speed limiter◦Multifunctional steering wheel

◦Multimedia system with navigation

Lada Grantas salon Lada Vesta salon

◦16” alloy wheels original

Price comparisonCost:◦Lada Granta sedan from 389,900 to 558,900 rubles.

◦Lada Vesta sedan from 554,900 to 788,400 rubles.

That is, the price of the richest configuration of the Lada Granta is comparable to the basic version of the Lada Vesta. And here’s how Grant will be better than Vesta:◦Power rear doors◦Heated windshield◦Rear parking sensors◦Rain and light sensors◦Climate system

◦Alloy wheels

Conclusion

It is worth considering that the Lada Vesta is a more modern car. On the latest Lada models (Vesta and XRAY), external body panels are galvanized. In addition, Lada Vesta and XRAY use a new anti-corrosive agent, which spreads best over the surface, into all the cracks of the body and best protects the body.

Another feature of Vesta is that in the front suspension, instead of the “eight” longitudinal brace and wishbone, there is now one L-shaped lever with a caster of 5 degrees (see photo), which absorbs longitudinal and lateral loads. New steering knuckles are also used. This step significantly improved the car's handling.

It is also worth considering that some spare parts and consumables for Vesta are more expensive and they are not always in stock.

You can also watch this -

A car is a convenient and fast means of transportation. Those who need new and inexpensive personal transport usually pay attention to AvtoVAZ products. The choice between Lada Granta and Priora is especially often made. To understand which car is better, you need to conduct a comparative description and analysis of each brand.

Lada Granta

This is a front-wheel drive vehicle based on the Lada Kalina. The car went into production in May 2011, and mass sales began in December 2011. Belongs to the sedan type.

Vehicle characteristics:

• Length – 426 cm.
• Width – 170 cm.
• Height – 150 cm.
• The front wheel track is 143 cm.
• The rear wheel track is 141.4 cm.
• Wheelbase - 247.6 cm.
• Trunk volume – 520 l.
• Ground clearance – 16 cm.

The car is made in a modern style. At the front there is a radiator grille, large headlights, and an air intake. There are round fog lights. The hood is massive. The doors have black plastic trims. The rear bumper has a license plate.

Advantages:

1. Affordable price.
2. Spacious salon.
3. Versatility.
4. Spacious trunk.
5. The most modern Lada model.
6. Cheap spare parts for transport.
7. Attractive appearance.
8. Favorable transport services.

Minuses:

• Frequent breakdowns.
• Unreliable build.
• Poor quality door handles.
• Small reversing lighting equipment.
• The presence of an opening between the windshield and the roof causes the development of corrosion.
• Poor maintainability of door hinges (they are secured by welding).
• Inability to transform the interior.

A standard car of this brand costs about 300,000 rubles.

Lada Priora

It is a car with a four-door sedan body. This is an updated version of the VAZ 2110 model, which was discontinued back in 2007. The car went on sale in April 2007. In 2014, restyling was carried out: the car’s bumper was changed, new LED brake lights and tail lights were added.

Reviews

Conclusion Every product has its own buyer. It is difficult to compare two models of different classes. Despite minor negative reviews about the models, Vesta and Granta are a real breakthrough for the domestic automobile industry.

Related link:

Recommendations for choosing winter tires for the Lada Granta Liftback

Music system

It's hard to imagine a car without an audio system. After all, it’s nice to travel in your car while listening to music. Some trim levels of this car do not have a radio. Therefore, you will have to install it yourself.

AvtoVAZ showed great concern for customers and provided audio preparation for radio tape recorders. They now have an ISO connector. Therefore, when you choose a car radio, check if there is a similar connector. Or there may be a special adapter, which is also good. There is no difference between the new Granta and the old one in the music installation.

You can install the radio in the panel. The 1 din radio fits into the car console without any problems. But installing a 2 din radio will be problematic. You will have to work with your hands to make the new Lada Granta delight the car owner with music.