Many do not see the need to pay attention to the differences between the classic model and the Cross version due to the slight difference. But there are still distinctive features. Perhaps, to automobile experts who constantly keep their finger on the pulse of events in the Russian automobile industry, the differences are obvious.
This review is not for specialists, but for ordinary consumers who, when purchasing one or another modification of Largus, will be interested in questions about the engine, dimensions, ground clearance or wheels of this car. And there are a considerable number of such potential buyers, because in addition to the fact that the classic family car has proven itself well for several years, the cross-country version attracts with its adaptability to Russian road conditions.
Also, some modified body features give the off-road station wagon a slightly different look. Thus, potential consumers become interested in what differences they will have to pay extra for. Therefore, it’s definitely worth comparing “colleagues” on the conveyor.
Appearance of Largus Cross on the Russian market
The crossover version was developed as a result of AvtoVAZ’s policy: improving cars and striving to meet the needs of all categories of drivers. Over the years, the standard Largus has established itself as a market leader among fans of quiet family driving.
In addition, Largus is available in the form of a van. This fact adds to the number of consumers of this model entrepreneurs, rural residents and everyone interested in transporting cargo. For this segment of buyers, a standard station wagon is suitable in almost all respects: a comfortable, roomy interior, the ability to accommodate from 5 to 7 passengers inside (depending on the purchased modification), low fuel consumption and discreet classic style.
But since, as mentioned above, among Lada consumers there are drivers who often drive outside the city on rough terrain, the question of creating an off-road version of Largus has become urgent. AvtoVAZ specialists revealed that the demand for the production of such a car is high, and it was decided to design a modified version of the station wagon, which is better adapted for off-road use. And, starting from 2015, a modified version of the station wagon is produced with the cross prefix.
Improved adaptation to poor road conditions was achieved by changing some technical parameters. There was also a slight modification to the external and internal appearance of the car.
Summing up
This model is one of the most affordable offerings on the market, both commercial and civilian station wagons. The car has a large number of variations, ranging from a regular station wagon to a Cross version, which significantly expands its audience coverage. Its popularity is due not only to its wide range, but also to its reliability, which has been confirmed by years of operation of units and vehicles in various climatic and road conditions. These are not sweeping words, this has been proven by many summer residents, taxi drivers and representatives of small businesses. Its closest competitors are about a third more expensive, and for the same money they offer about the same thing. It would be very interesting if the Cross version received the Lada Ride Select system and electronic differential lock. Most likely, this version would gain popularity among people living far from standard roads, and who know what snowfalls or mud are like, certainly for a reasonable price.
Differences in technical characteristics
When it comes to a car related to the crossover segment, in most cases such a body is supported by all-wheel drive (when the structure of the transmission allows torque to be transmitted to all 4 wheels). Such modifications in the case of passenger cars are often called 4x4. As a result of the modification of the Lada, the 4x4 option was not added, since in this case the updated car would have cost much more. The car retained front-wheel drive also because to optimize the design, the B0 platform on which the car was created would have to be slightly changed.
The most significant changes to which the “off-road” version of the Lada was subjected are as follows.
| Aspects | Indicators |
| The difference between the ground clearances of the two models is noticeable in favor of the cross version. | The modernized model has ground clearance of 2.5 cm (when loaded - 1.75 cm). |
| Wheel rims have become 1 inch larger in diameter | 16 versus the previous 15. |
| The tire profile and brand have been changed. | The Cross version is equipped with 205 mm wide Continental tires with a 55% profile. |
| Of the two engines offered by the standard Largus, only one is available in the updated version | 105 hp. |
Ground clearance has been increased through two changes.
- First of all, the suspension was retuned. In the front part, struts of a different type are used, as well as modified shock absorbers. Plus, the rear suspension uses higher springs.
- An increase in ground clearance by half a centimeter was also achieved due to modifications to the wheels, but for the most part it was possible to raise the body due to modifications to the suspension.
The changed ground clearance does not give the new Largus the right to be called a crossover, but still makes driving on Russian off-road roads more comfortable.
If you compare the tires and wheels of two cars, you will notice not only an increase in the rim diameter and linear dimensions of the rubber, but also the use of exclusively Continental wheels. The modification also involves the use of slightly different strut supports and silent blocks (rubber connecting elements of the suspension). The crossover station wagon was presented to customers with modified steering and braking systems.
Today, VAZ produces Largus Cross with one engine option. This is a 1.6-liter gasoline power unit from Renault with 16 valves with a capacity of 102 horsepower (by the way, the passport of a regular Largus with a similar engine indicates the power limit indicated by 3 hp more).
The modified version differs from the standard station wagon only in one proposed engine. Let us remind you that the previous version of Largus has two engines in its arsenal: the aforementioned 105-horsepower unit and a domestic engine with 8 valves with a capacity of 87 horsepower. The second one was recently introduced by AvtoVAZ. Its predecessor is a French 84-horsepower eight-valve engine. In terms of the number of engines, the regular Largus is better.
The five-speed manual transmission installed in the standard Largus has not been changed.
Exterior differences
With the advent of the new Largus Cross, the appearance of the car has undergone some changes. At the first glance at the appearance of the car, what immediately catches your eye is that it has “grown up” a little.
The suspension of all Largus cars was initially created with a reserve for the most severe driving conditions. Many appreciated its resistance to “breakdowns”, thanks to the increased travel in the suspension. Cast light alloy wheels with a diameter of R16 harmoniously combine the image of a city car with the exterior elements of an SUV.
The use of larger diameter wheels in the Cross version further increased ground clearance. With this decision, the designers tried to adapt the suspension of the Largus Cross car to the harsh Russian conditions as much as possible.
The car is surrounded by protective plastic edging in the form of bumpers, wheel arches and door sills. The innovations have a unique texture of the material, which makes this model stand out in the Largus family.
Changes to the interior and exterior
Throughout production, production Lada Largus Cross cars are available in a single configuration, which includes all the options that make up the “luxury” kit of a regular station wagon, namely:
- availability of air conditioning;
- two pillows;
- ABS systems;
- leather steering wheel;
- heated front seats;
- electric mirror adjustment;
- window lifters.
The crossover also comes with a stereo system consisting of 4 speakers. There is a luggage rack on the interior headliner. The driver's seat is height adjustable, and a parking radar will help you park safely.
The Largus Cross salon is distinguished by stitching of the seat upholstery in the original orange color. Inserts on the instrument panel and doors are made in the same shade. Since 2015, a similar interior trim has been added with gray inserts instead of orange. This modification has been introduced for an older audience.
The comparison of the exterior should start with the bumper. The main distinguishing feature of the exterior is the enlarged front and rear bumpers painted black. In addition to fog lights, which are included in both the standard and Cross station wagons, the only Cross trim level is immediately equipped with roof rails. The rims on the wheels are not only larger in diameter, but they also have a stylish design.
Pronounced changes are also visible in profile. Due to the increased ground clearance and wheels, the body looks raised. The side arches and sills are made similarly in black.
If the image doesn’t bother you, you like the ground clearance, like a jeep, and in addition, you’ll admire the large capacity in the form of a 5/7-seater interior and a huge trunk, and “not expensive” - that’s all, we’ve arrived. Yes, not on anything, but on a raised Lada Largus with a talking Cross prefix and, of course, DNA from Renault Logan. This model, first presented to Russians in 2015, does not have many competitors. Of the serious ones, we can only remember the Lada Kalina Cross (in-brand cannibalism, as they say), and of the not very serious ones - the Renault Sandero Stepway, which seems small compared to the Lada station wagons, and the “Chinese” like the Lifan X50/X60 or the Geely MK Cross, whose reputation , alas, cannot boast of impeccability. Read all the details about the cross-version, which was begging to be released after the standard Largus with its modest ground clearance, in our review!
Comparison of versions
The car has only three trim levels: Standard, Norma, Luxe. But these trim levels, with the exception of the very first, come in addition to three packages: Climat, Comfort, Prestige. The simplest Standard package is equipped with safety systems: ABS and EBD, these systems are supported by a driver airbag, Isofix child seat mounts, and the Era-Glonass emergency warning system (more recently, this system is required for installation on all cars that drive on the territory of the Russian Federation), child locks of the rear doors (allow you to block the interior door handles when the outside ones are active).
Among the functions that increase comfort and ease of control, there is a steering wheel height adjustment, a 12-volt power socket, a cabin air filter, audio preparation, roof rails and a full-fledged spare wheel. There is no add-on package available for this configuration. The second version on the list is Norma, which adds to the list of equipment, including power steering, a 60:40 folding rear seat, central locking, and front electric windows. The appearance is complemented by moldings around the perimeter of the body and bumpers in body color. There are also two option packages to choose from. The first is a simpler Climat package, it includes heated front seats and air conditioning, the second is a slightly richer Comfort package, it adds a shelf in the ceiling above the luggage compartment, and a floor covering the trunk, an audio system with two speakers (supports Bluetooth protocol, and also has USB and AUX ports).
Photos of the interior of Lada Largus 2016 (2017)
The most expensive Luxe package is equipped with a front passenger airbag, also has: an on-board computer, central locking with remote control, rear electric windows, electrically adjustable and heated rear-view mirrors, rear parking sensors, and a driver's seat with lumbar and height adjustment, the audio system receives two additional dynamics. But even the most expensive trim level has its own Prestige package of additional equipment; this package provides: leather steering wheel trim and alloy wheels with a diameter of 15 inches. The Largus Cross version is equipped with only one trim level: Luxe and no optional packages are available to it. But it has access to alloy wheels of a larger diameter and different tires, due to which it becomes even taller.
Specifications
| Characteristic | 1.6MT |
| Engine's type: | Petrol |
| Engine capacity: | 1598 |
| Power: | 106 hp |
| Acceleration to 100 km/h: | 13.1 s |
| Maximum speed: | 165 km/h |
| Consumption in the urban cycle: | 11.5/100km |
| Extra-urban consumption: | 9.5/100km |
| Combined cycle consumption: | 9.0/100km |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Length: | 4470 mm |
| Width: | 1756 mm |
| Height: | 1682 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2905 mm |
| Clearance: | 170 mm |
| Weight: | 1270 kg |
| Trunk volume: | 560 l |
| Transmission: | Mechanical |
| Drive unit: | Front |
| Front suspension: | Independent – McPherson |
| Rear suspension: | Semi-independent - torsion beam |
| Front brakes: | Disk |
| Rear brakes: | Drums |
| Production: | Tolyatti |
Dimensions Lada Largus cross 5 seats
- length - 4.470 m;
- width - 1.756 m;
- height - 1.682 m;
- wheelbase - 2.9 m;
- ground clearance - 170 mm;
- trunk volume - 560 l.
Interior differences
The changes also affected the interior of the Lada Largus Cross. The designers diluted the classic interior of the regular Largus with bold diamond-shaped stitching . The stitching uses orange threads to create a pattern of small and large diamond shapes. Compared to the interior of the seats in previous versions, the new solution looks modern and bright.
Salon "Lada Largus Cross"
A striking difference is the bold orange inserts in the door trim, front seats and center console. However, the emphasis is on contrast, it successfully harmonizes with the red elements of the car’s controls and does not stand out from the general style of the interior.
In addition to interior solutions, the cabin contains such useful functions as:
- Seat belts can be adjusted in height.
- Electric window lifts on all doors.
- Multifunctional audio system, with the ability to connect devices via Bluetooth and an AUX connector. This will allow you to talk on the phone without being distracted from driving. The system allows you to connect external drives via USB and play MP files
Difference in initial configurations and prices of Lada Largus and Lada Largus Cross cars
If the Lada Largus configuration began with an eight-valve 1.6-liter engine (87 l/s) , then the Lada Largus Cross is equipped with a sixteen-valve 1.6-liter (106 l/s) .
Test drive Lada Largus cross 5 seats - video
Advantages and disadvantages of Lada Largus cross 5 seats
You will like Largus Cross if you value:
The advantages include:
- affordable price;
- good maneuverability;
- spacious interior;
- spacious cargo compartment;
- unpretentiousness to the quality of gasoline;
- good equipment.
The disadvantages include:
- boring design;
- budget-friendly interior decoration;
- ergonomic shortcomings;
- mediocre dynamics;
- There is no heated steering wheel or windshield.
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Differences in exterior
The appearance, of course, has changed a little, but it is still the same car. Plastic protection appeared along the entire perimeter of the body on the Cross. It consists of such parts as:
- Wheel arch covers;
- Threshold covers.
Since the Cross is in fact a modified and slightly improved version of the standard Largus, it is equipped with fog lights and special roof rails. Also on the Cross station wagon, new wheels of a unique design appeared, which became a little larger. Now they are sixteen inches. The car's bumpers (both front and rear) are intentionally not painted and are the same color as the plastic protection. At the bottom of the bumper there is a silver trim that reproduces off-road protection.
But when viewed from the side, these two cars can be distinguished not only by the external linings on the sills and arches, but also by the unpainted body pillar. On the trunk door of a new car there is a special nameplate with the name of the car.
It is worth noting separately that the cross-version, which is also represented by a luxury package, is only 20 thousand rubles more expensive than the standard Largus. It's hard to imagine why the car was priced so cheaply. But on the other hand, this is good, because you can get a quality car at relatively low prices.
Although, on the other hand, there really aren’t that many differences between the cars. This means that there are no reasons for a strong increase in prices either. The car is undoubtedly worth the money. But the fact that they did not overestimate it greatly was done correctly by AvtoVAZ representatives.
Therefore, if you are thinking about buying a Lada Largus or Largus Cross, then you don’t have to worry too much. The difference is small. If possible, take a second car. And if there is no opportunity, then there is no need to be upset.
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