The modern automobile market is more diverse than ever. Most large manufacturers create dozens of models, occupying the narrowest niches in the struggle for a picky and extremely demanding buyer. In Russia, domestic cars that came out from under the wing of AvtoVAZ are quite popular. In this article we will talk to you about one of the models of this company - VAZ-211440. Interior and exterior design, handling, technical characteristics, tuning options - you will find all this below.
Redesign
This model rolled off the assembly line in 2007 (serial production of the original 2114 began in April 2003), earning unprecedented popularity among millions of drivers. VAZ-211440 is a 5-door hatchback, also known by another name - “Samara-2”. It is a modernization of the VAZ-2109 (in common parlance – “nine”). Most of the changes affected the front part of the body; they significantly influenced the appearance of the car. The release of the model continued the trend involving the sale of “family” cars well suited for Russian roads. The latter, as you know, are not of impeccable quality. Production of the VAZ-211440 modification, photos of which are presented in our article, continued until December 2013.
Over the 10 years of production (basic version 2114), the car became one of the best-selling models ever to come out of AvtoVAZ. The car is the best option for a family car for people on a limited budget. Its cost ranges from 150 to 200 thousand rubles. By the way, the model was originally called VAZ-2114, but since 2003, production of a modification with an improved engine and environmental class began. Our hero is an amazing car that combines good technical characteristics, comfort and design. In 2013, it was replaced by the Lada Priora, which also became popular.
Design
All modifications of the engine installed on the VAZ 2114 have a block cast from cast iron and a fuel injection system. Despite the design solutions used to improve dynamic and environmental performance, the design of the VAZ 2114 engine has retained its simplicity and reasonable maintenance cost.
Operation and resource availability
An oil change should be done every 9-11 thousand km.
Regardless of the modification, 3.2 liters will be required to change the oil. Recommended viscosity: 5W-30, 10W-40, 5W-40, 15W-40. According to the manufacturer, the engine life is 150 thousand km. (200 thousand km for Priora motor). Practice has shown that with proper maintenance, the engine can cover up to 250 thousand km.
Failure to comply with maintenance standards and improper tuning of the VAZ 2114 engine significantly reduces its service life.
Features and Disadvantages
Popular faults
Due to the imperfect quality of the unit and the large number of low-quality spare parts, the motor and attachments require increased attention.
Main problems and possible causes:
Car appearance
The exterior of the car deserves many praises, although there is not the slightest hint of luxury here. The model attracts the eye with smooth lines and attractive slanted optics. Looking at the car from different angles, it can be noted that the design of the VAZ-211440 compares favorably with its predecessor with a new hood, bumper, headlights and radiator trim. The design of the car has become more European, reminiscent of some models from Renault, Dacia and Opel. This adaptation to Western analogues attracted a lot of attention from potential buyers, who immediately liked this car. New fenders and moldings are two other elements that have undergone noticeable changes. As for the bumper, it was raised slightly relative to the ground so that the car could travel not only along city streets, but also on country roads. The rear part of the body has remained almost unchanged.
The VAZ-211440 car has become much more stable and maneuverable while driving, which was facilitated by the low landing. Stunning aerodynamic qualities allow you to feel more confident on the road, which is good news. Engineers equipped the car with 14-inch wheels on stamped rims. The dimensions have remained virtually unchanged since the days of the “nine”, being 4.12 meters in length, 1.65 in width and 1.4 in height.
Improved aerodynamics
The VAZ 2114 car excels in aerodynamic characteristics thanks to its well-designed body lines, providing excellent streamlining. As a result of the change in appearance, the drag coefficient has decreased.
External aerodynamic improvements of the Lada2114 Samara-2 also affected changes in the position of the air flow separation point. To do this, the designers had to change the angle of inclination of the most aerodynamically active front part of the car - the hood. The front fenders have also undergone changes.
As a result of the redistribution of the air flow, a smaller part of it is directed under the bottom, while the larger part is directed onto the hood and spreads over the body. These characteristics change the amount of total lift force, as a result of which the front and rear axles are unloaded. The even distribution of lift force allows the hatchback to behave in a balanced manner during high-speed driving.
Car interior
As with the exterior, our heroine’s interior has become more refined, impressing with modern design and equipment. Of course, Western competitors remain far ahead, but the price for a Russian car is corresponding. Despite the relatively cheap materials and hard plastic, it is pleasant to be inside the car. Some details are frankly pleasing to the eye. In the maximum configuration, the hatchback boasts a good instrument panel, an on-board computer, heated seats, electric windows for the front doors, a new dashboard and a heating system. In general, a lot of work has been done. Despite the use of mostly inexpensive materials in the finishing, good ergonomics and the joining of panels in the interior immediately gives a feeling of good quality and thoughtfulness in every detail.
The on-board computer displays the necessary minimum of useful information. It feels like the developers also thought about sound insulation. The sounds of the engine and the environment now penetrate into the cabin less clearly, making the trip more comfortable and enjoyable. Of course, this is a novelty for drivers who have moved from younger models.
The car is very spacious and can easily accommodate five adults. The rear row of seats can be folded, allowing you to significantly increase the trunk volume. The latter is especially important when traveling long distances or transporting large items. Finally, the car doors were equipped with a special mechanism that allowed them to open almost 90 degrees, making it easier to get in and out.
What can you say about the interior decoration?
There is not much to say about the design of the VAZ-21140 car - it was outdated in the mid-90s. But at this price point you don’t have to think much about design. The car looks quite acceptable and definitely doesn’t cause any strong hostility on the roads. The interior of Samara-2 is simple, the finishing materials are extremely budget-friendly, especially the plastic dashboard. Soundproofing forces the owners to improve it. The salon is quite cramped. While it is still possible to sit in the front, the rear passengers absolutely do not have enough legroom. The trunk volume is 623 liters, but the high threshold height is inconvenient when loading.
VAZ-211440: technical characteristics, fuel consumption and gearbox
When the model was announced, no one expected a big breakthrough. Before us is a typical budget car with an 82-horsepower 1.5-liter engine. The power figure has increased since its predecessor, where it was 72 horsepower. Initially, the car was equipped with an 8-valve 1.5-liter engine, but in 2009 engineers replaced this part (modifications VAZ 211440-26 and 211440-24) with a more efficient one, installing a 16-valve gasoline engine with a volume of 1.6 liters. Power increased to 89 horsepower.
In this model, the position of the catalyst was shifted towards the motor. In the “nine” it was located under the bottom. The engine, in turn, was dressed in a decorative cover. As for the transmission, the car is equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission and a reinforced clutch. The gear movements are carried out simply and without much effort. Tandem motor - gearbox is generally not bad. Fuel consumption in the urban cycle is less than 7 liters per 100 kilometers. Finally, we will provide figures characterizing the technical characteristics of the VAZ-211440 car regarding speed gain. The car is capable of reaching 185 km/h. Acceleration to 100 km/h is achieved in 11 seconds, which is quite good for this class.
Typical breakdowns
The very first 1.5 liter engine 2114 has disadvantages:
The next 1.6 liter engine does not cause any particular problems for the owner, with the exception of high vibration and noise loads. The weak point traditionally remains the valves, which have to be constantly adjusted.
The internal combustion engine from Lada Kalina 11183 was installed on the fourteenth model solely to meet Euro-3 standards. It has typical disadvantages for a linear series and is no different.
The first sixteen-valve engine 21124 does not bend the valves, the gaps in which are adjusted by hydraulic pushers. However, the belt needs to be tightened after 15,000 km due to the large number of attachments. The second and last in the line of fourteenth ICE models, ICE 21126, has increased power. In addition to typical malfunctions, if the timing belt breaks, the piston will bend the valve due to insufficient recess depth.
Control
Surely many are interested in the question: “What is the car like in motion and how is it controlled?” The answer is quite predictable - better than all its predecessors. The car behaves quite compliantly on the road. It does not skid on sharp turns, and the trajectory does not change as sharply and chaotically as was observed in younger models. When picking up high speed, the car behaves predictably, and overtaking is easy for it, despite the weak technical component.
Potholes of decent size, pits, various types of unevenness, tram rails - all this is passed without creaks, knocks or breakdowns. The suspension is dense and moderately stiff. The body does not creak, and the plastic does not make annoying sounds either.
Car tuning
When talking about car tuning, you should take into account many of the subtleties that arise during such an interesting process. When tuning a VAZ-211440, the spare parts for which are not very expensive, you need to remember about the standards that require approval from competent persons. Before you start improving your car, you need to contact the traffic police, providing them with a statement stating the planned changes to the design of the car. This is a mandatory item, neglecting which can result in a hefty fine. Next, officials issue a permit containing conditions for the execution and procedure for issuing a document confirming the technical safety of the car. If global changes are planned, an assessment by specialists is required, as well as attached technical documentation.
Upon completion of the technical work, the owner of the car must provide another application, which must indicate all the changes made, their scale and quality. Then the owner of the car sends it for technical inspection, after which the data is recorded in the registration documents. As you can see, there is a lot of work.
Engine tuning
When seriously considering the issue of tuning for a car such as VAZ (Lada) 211440, it is worth noting the fact that the car is perfect for such a bold undertaking. Professional modernization will allow it to reach incredible speeds, up to 200 km/h, and will also give it excellent handling. This model is available with many tuning packages, created taking into account different needs and wishes. If you want to get the most out of your car, there are all possibilities for this. Spare parts can be purchased at car markets and specialized stores. Fortunately, there are quite a few of these operating.
One of the most popular modifications is engine improvement, which allows you to significantly increase the power of the base engine or completely replace it with a sports analogue. For small tuning, it is enough to reflash the control unit, as well as replace several factory parts. After simple steps, the performance of the power unit can increase by 10-15%. If you want to further improve the engine, you need to change the cylinder head, bore the valves and install a new mechanism that distributes gas.
For real extreme sports enthusiasts, there are radical methods to increase engine power. For example, you can install a turbine on the VAZ-11440 engine or replace the old crankshaft with a sports version with an increased piston stroke. The latter will provide more torque, increasing the performance of the power unit. This option is quite risky, so you need to approach the decision carefully. There are also factory modifications of the engine, an example of which is the VAZ-211440 engine. 11183 with increased torque.
When tuning a gearbox, you need to change the gear ratios. The main gear and row are selected depending on the specific types of engine, which will be explained to you in detail in workshops and stores. Self-locking differentials can significantly increase the transmission of torque to the car's wheels, allowing for a significant increase in low-end traction during intense acceleration.
Characteristics of motors 2114
Since the release of the Lada Samara VAZ-2114, the technical characteristics of the gasoline drive have been constantly improved. Owners of domestic cars, in principle, do not have questions about what kind of oil to pour into the engine, since standard requirements apply for Zhiguli, Lada and Samara - 5W30 or 10W30.
In addition, you should know what kind of oil to use in transmission gears - the instructions from the AvtoVAZ manufacturer recommend using the GL-4 group of lubricants with a viscosity of 80W85 (mineral), 75W90T (synthetic) or 85W90 (semi-synthetic).
After filling with synthetics, the box becomes noisy, the oil is more expensive, but the lubricant is mostly imported, which provides additional guarantees. Domestic manufacturers most often produce semi-synthetics of average quality for engines and transmission gearboxes.
The technical characteristics of the engine are as follows:
| Characteristics | Engine modification | ||||||||
| 2111 | 21114 | 11183 | 21124 | 21126 | |||||
| Years of installation | 2003 – 2007 | 2003 – 2007 | 2007 – 2009 | 2009 – 2013 | 2009 – 2013 | ||||
| Volume | 1500 cm 3 (1.6 l) | ||||||||
| Power | 56.4 kW (97.9 hp) | ||||||||
| Torque moment | 115.7 Nm (3200 rpm) | 125 Nm (3000 rpm) | 120 Nm (3200 rpm) | 131 Nm (3700 rpm) | 145 Nm (4000 rpm) | ||||
| Weight | 127.3 kg | 112 kg | 112 kg | 121 kg | 115 kg | ||||
| Compression ratio | 9,8 | 9,6 | 9,6 | 10,3 | 11 | ||||
| Nutrition | injector | ||||||||
| Engine diagram | Inline (L) | ||||||||
| Ignition | module | coil | coil | coil for each spark plug | |||||
| Number of cylinders | 4 | ||||||||
| Location of the first cylinder | TVE | ||||||||
| Number of valves on each cylinder | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 | ||||
| Cylinder head material | aluminum alloy | ||||||||
| Intake manifold | aluminum | plastic with receiver | |||||||
| An exhaust manifold | with catalyst | ||||||||
| Camshaft | 2110 | 2111 | 2112 | ||||||
| Cylinder diameter | 82 mm | ||||||||
| Piston stroke | 71 mm | 75.6 mm | |||||||
| Pistons | Yes | No | No | Yes | No | ||||
| Valve bend | Yes | No | No | Yes | No | ||||
| Crankshaft | 2112 | 11183 | |||||||
| Fuel | AI-95 | ||||||||
| Environmental standards | Euro 4 | Euro 2 – 4 | Euro 3 – 4 | ||||||
| Fuel consumption highway/combined cycle/city | 5,7/7,3/10 | 6/7,3/10,4 | 6/7,8/11 | 5/7/9,5 | 5,4/7,2/9,8 | ||||
| Oil consumption per 1000 km | 0,7 | 0,5 | |||||||
| Engine oil for 2114 | 5W-30 and 10W-30 | ||||||||
| Engine oil volume | 4 l | 3.8 l | 3.5 l | 3.6 l | |||||
| Operating temperature | 95° | ||||||||
| Motor life | declared 150,000 km, real 250,000 km | ||||||||
| Adjustment of valves | washers between camshaft cams and tappets | hydraulic pushers | |||||||
| Cooling system | forced, antifreeze/antifreeze | ||||||||
| Coolant quantity | 7.8 l | ||||||||
| water pump | plastic impeller | ||||||||
| Candles for 2114 | A17DVRM, BPR6ES | AU17DVRM, BCPR6ES | |||||||
| Gap between spark plug electrodes | 1.1 mm | ||||||||
| Timing belt | length 698 – 1125 mm depending on attachments | ||||||||
| Cylinder operating order | 1-3-4-2 | ||||||||
| Air filter | Nitto, Knecht, Fram, WIX, Hengst | ||||||||
| Oil filter | Mann W914/2 | ||||||||
| Flywheel | 2110 | ||||||||
| Flywheel mounting bolts | M10x1.25 mm, length 26 mm | ||||||||
| Valve stem seals | code 90913-02090 inlet light code 90913-02088 exhaust dark | ||||||||
| Compression | from 14 bar | ||||||||
| XX speed | 750 – 800 | 800 – 850 | |||||||
| Tightening force of threaded connections | spark plug – 31 – 39 Nm flywheel – 61 – 87 Nm clutch bolt – 54 – 87 Nm bearing cap – 59 Nm (main) and 43 – 53 Nm (rod) cylinder head – four stages 20 Nm, 71 Nm + 90° + 90° | ||||||||
For high-quality maintenance of internal combustion engines, the engine manufacturer issues a manual containing a description of the drive parameters, the frequency of replacing consumables and step-by-step repair operations. The same operating manual recommends the volume of oil in the gearboxes in the engine.
Suspension upgrade
Basic characteristics of the VAZ-211440 has a good suspension that allows you to drive on Russian roads without any problems. However, fine tuning will make it stiffer, for which you need to get high-quality shock absorbers. In order to reduce roll angles, it is recommended to install rigid anti-roll bars.
Don't forget about the wheels if you're planning on tuning the suspension. The visual component comes to the fore. For the “fourteenth” there is a wide variety of alloy wheels available in many specialty stores and markets.
Transmission and chassis
All front-wheel drive cars of the VAZ family have a fundamentally similar chassis design. The front suspension is based on the MacPherson system, the rear suspension is a trailing arm. The steering, typical for all models, is rack and pinion.
Lada 2114 Samara-2 is equipped with a manual gearbox. The car is equipped with a five-speed gearbox (gearbox) with a rocker drive. Fundamentally, its design is similar to all those installed on other vase models. The main pair has a distinctive gear ratio of 3.7.
Improvement of appearance
Well, where would we be without the exterior? Perhaps one of the most popular tuning elements designed to improve the appearance of a car is aerodynamic body kits. The car becomes much more beautiful and impressive, attracting the eyes of passers-by and other drivers. Bumpers, moldings, rear-view mirrors, spoilers – there are a lot of tuning options. High-quality parts are quite expensive, which needs to be taken into account. In certain situations, the price of all spare parts may exceed the cost of the car itself. A VAZ-211440 produced in 2010 now costs about 150 thousand rubles. At the same time, headlights alone can cost 30-40 thousand rubles. The most effective design is achieved through the painstaking work of engineers reworking body parts. As a rule, the latter consist of introducing air intakes on the roof and hood, installing a spoiler and side curbs, painting individual parts of the body, and the like.
Interior tuning
The last type of tuning is interior modernization. Most enthusiasts install LED lighting on the dashboard, which looks very stylish. You can replace the seats with sports versions or more comfortable ones made from quality materials. Loading the machine with all kinds of equipment is another way to improve. An acoustic system, a GPS navigator, a sophisticated on-board computer – there’s a place for everything. You can complete the tuning by tinting the windows. The main thing is not to overdo it. The interior of the VAZ-211440 is quite conservative and boring, so tuning will only benefit the car.
