Vehicle Specifications

VAZ 21214 is a passenger car, characterized by increased cross-country ability, equipped with a five-speed gearbox and a transmission with permanent all-wheel drive. In addition, there is a two-stage transfer case. Body type - “Hatchback”, the morally and technically outdated “four-speed” gearbox, which was equipped with previous models, was replaced on 21214 by a more modern and functional five-speed gearbox.

Description

The geometric parameters of cross-country ability are good due to the fairly high ground clearance (220 mm), small body overhangs (approach angle 32, departure angle 37) and a relatively short 2.2-meter wheelbase.

VAZ-21214 (Lada 4×4) - modification of model 21213 with the VAZ-21214 engine (1.7 l, 82.8 hp, 127.5 Nm) equipped with central fuel injection. Since 2002, this model has been equipped with a VAZ-21214-10 (Euro-0) engine with distributed fuel injection, upgraded in 2006 to Euro-2 standards (21214-20), in 2008 to Euro-3 (21214- 30) and, finally, in 2011 to Euro-5 (for export) and Euro-4 (for domestic consumption) standards.

Options and prices

Classic

The Classic package is basic with a price tag of 588,000 rubles for the three-door version and 631,000 for the five-door body. The car is shod with regular 16-inch tires. Head lighting is represented by round halogen headlights. The front and rear bumpers, door handles, and rear-view mirror housings are matte black. The interior greets the owner with fabric upholstery, while the front seats can be adjusted in 4 positions. The rear row seats do not have the ability to fold their backrests.

Despite the cost of this configuration, there will be two electric windows in front. Safety systems include a side airbag, ABS, brake force distribution unit, auxiliary braking module, ERA-GLONASS, and an isofix child seat mount. There are two speakers in the cabin, but no radio. The latter is available for an additional fee with support for AUX and USB connectors. Additional features worth noting include a curtain in the trunk, as well as a full-size spare tire. Optionally, the basic package can be expanded:

• central locking;
• remote control key;
• package “for smokers in the cabin”;
• alarm.

Luxe

The price for the Luxe package increases by 17,000 rubles compared to the basic Classic version. This amount includes electrically heated and electrically adjustable rear-view mirrors and heated front seats. It is worth noting that this modification does not have a full-size spare wheel - only a “re-roller” is offered. By adding another 39,000 rubles to this package, the car enthusiast gets air conditioning.

Operation in the city and off-road

As mentioned earlier, the 2022 Lada 4×4 Niva has won the respect of motorists due to its versatility. Despite the fact that the main element of an SUV is the countryside, it is no less comfortable in urban environments. Compact dimensions and high ground clearance provide a certain advantage over other models. Thanks to the energy-intensive and soft suspension, as well as large strokes, even deep holes on the asphalt will not cause discomfort. But on the highway you need to be extremely careful.

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Despite the absence of a large number of modern assistants, high ground clearance and all-wheel drive with a locked center differential play a dominant role when passing snow-covered obstacles and deep mud puddles. Short overhangs front and rear provide excellent approach and departure angles when it comes to negotiating steep ravines.

Tank volume VAZ 213100

Engine VAZ-21214

Engine VAZ-21213

The difference in the design of the engine, which influenced its technical characteristics, is the fuel supply system. Instead of a carburetor, the Lada 2131 Niva has a distributed injection system, which allows the engine to behave a little faster and react more quickly to fuel entering the cylinder. Recommended fuel is AI-95. The maximum speed that the car can reach is 135 km/h.

Lada 2131 1.8 Niva has an increased engine capacity - 1774, which significantly affects its speed and power. The piston stroke reaches 85mm, and the compression ratio is reduced to 8.4. At maximum speed, the engine will produce 82 hp and maximum torque - 139/3200 rpm.

VAZ-2131 Niva

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Transmission

It's worth a separate stop here. The car is equipped with permanent all-wheel drive, which is why model 2131 (4x4 Niva) is so popular. From the very first design to the present day, the transmission design has remained virtually unchanged. The mechanism is still the same differential. It has a lockout and the transfer case has a low gear.

Torque from the transfer case to the axles is transmitted using shafts that are equipped with two hinges. The disadvantage of this scheme is significant vibrations during operation. If the machine is adjusted, then they are practically inaudible.

Since VAZ wanted to achieve complete unification with passenger cars, the transfer case housing is separated from the gearbox housing, which is taken from the classics.

Car cost

The VAZ-21310 model, the price of which varies from 280,000 to 400,000 rubles, is in steady demand throughout Russia. This is the only car produced in Togliatti, the cost of which is determined depending on the level of equipment. The list of additional devices and accessories reaches several dozen items. The basic package does not include virtually any useful additives, but the price of a machine equipped as standard is kept at a minimum level.

Niva trunk

The trunk of the five-door Niva with a volume of 420 liters is quite decent. With the rear seats folded down, a large cargo area is created. True, the rear sofa is continuous.

The trunk of the five-door Niva with a volume of 420 liters is quite decent. With the rear seats folded down, a large cargo area is created. True, the rear sofa is continuous.

There are differences on the go, but not for the better. The only thing in which the long Niva is superior to the regular one is straight-line stability. The long wheelbase of the VAZ-2131 did its job. The car holds a straight line well. The five-door also has a fuel tank increased to 65 liters (instead of 42 liters for the regular Niva). So the eternal problem of the three-door, the modest power reserve, has disappeared.

Custom Options

Technical characteristics of the Niva 2131 include operational features, engine properties and fuel and speed parameters.

Basic data on the model under consideration are presented in the table:

The vehicle ground clearance (clearance) with a static tire radius of 314 mm (185/75R16) is:

• to the front suspension cross member - at least 221 mm,
• to the rear axle beam – 213 mm.

Suspension:

Source: https://prometey96.ru/tyuning/niva-pyatidverka.html

Volumes of filling tanks VAZ 21213 Niva

To refuel and service a domestic VAZ SUV, you need to know the filling capacities of the VAZ 21213 Niva and its modifications, the VAZ 21214. Some numbers need to be known by heart, for example, the capacity of the tank and engine crankcase. The rest should be written down in a notepad, which is stored in the glove compartment of the cabin. And it doesn’t matter that you are not going to do the maintenance of the car yourself, the specialists at the service station may also not know the refueling volumes of your car.

Power unit

The engine installed on the modern model of the Niva 21213 (214) car was inherited from its Soviet progenitor - the VAZ 2121, and in terms of fluid volumes they are almost identical:

1. Liquid cooling system. Filled with antifreeze in an amount of 10.7 liters with a freezing point not higher than -40 ° C. The capacity of the interior heating radiator is also included in this volume.
2. Crankcase. Motor oils are poured here, the brand of which depends on the operating conditions. Capacity: 3.75 liters, including oil filter filling.

The viscosity of the oil poured into the Niva engine must correspond to the outdoor temperature at which the car is operated. Possible modes and suitable oil brands are shown in the table:

When flushing the power unit during the process of replacing liquid lubricant, the same amount of flushing oil (3.75 l) is used, taking into account the size of the filter. Replacement is carried out after 8-12 thousand kilometers, depending on the quality of the oil. Flushing is usually performed after 3 engine lubricant changes. During operation, it is important to monitor the oil level in the engine crankcase using a special dipstick. If the level drops below the Min mark, it is urgent to add lubricant to the engine of the same viscosity as was previously filled.

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I decided to bother flushing the cooling system. I purchased 35 liters of distilled water, 3 ton flushing and Sintec antifreeze. I washed it 6 times, 2 washes with chemicals. The color of the wash is yellowish, which is why the coolant had that tint. The end result was pleasing. I drove 3 thousand km with antifreeze, the color of the liquid looked like it had just been added.

Mine is filled with Felix antifreeze from the factory. I'll finish it until the fall and switch to Gulf Stream antifreeze in the winter. I tried it in a mug and it starts to boil at 106-108 degrees, but in a system with pressure it will be even better. My son’s field was converted to normal a long time ago.

Antifreeze Felix g-12 -40, replacement every 50,000 thousand and clean as a tear.

Three years have passed since replacing the standard coolant with SINTEC UNLIMITED G12++ antifreeze. During this time, the color has hardly changed, the expansion tank is clean. The service life of antifreeze is not limited. Guaranteed shelf life is 5 years.

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Replacement frequency, what oil to fill

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According to the manufacturer's regulations, service replacements of engine oil for Niva 2121 and other modifications are carried out after 10,000 kilometers or at intervals of 1 year. But some car owners consider this interval to be a little too high, recommending that it be shortened taking into account operating conditions.

At the factory, Niva models are filled with oil from different suppliers. Most often this is Petro-Canada Supreme 10W-40 or Lukoil Genesis Advanced 10W-40. But for accurate information about what is poured into your car from the factory, you should contact the feedback system of AVTOVAZ PJSC. When applying, you must indicate the year and month of manufacture of the car.

Products from other manufacturers can be used as lubricants

When choosing, it is recommended to pay attention to semi-synthetics with a viscosity of 10W-40. The following motor oils are most popular among model owners:

• Lada Professional 10W-40
• Shell Helix HX7 10W-40
• Total Quartz 7000 10W-40

From this list, anyone can choose based on preference, price or love for the brand.

When using this car in winter, you should select oil taking into account the climate zone, as well as the recommendations of AvtoVAZ. Viscosity 5W-40 will allow you to operate the car down to -30°C, and 0W-40 up to -35°C.

If you use motor oil of different viscosities for winter and summer, but of the same brand and manufacturer, then flushing is unnecessary.

How much oil is in the engine lubrication system, volume table

Fuel consumption Niva

The Niva car, which first rolled off the AvtoVAZ assembly line in 1977, became one of the best developments in the domestic automobile industry. Sold today under the Lada 4×4 brand, the small-class SUV with a monocoque body has received a lot of modifications over the years of its existence. In terms of its capabilities, it will give a head start to many foreign off-road vehicles, while consuming significantly less fuel.

What is the average fuel consumption on Niva

Fuel consumption is one of the most important indicators of a vehicle that influences the purchasing decision. Therefore, the technical documentation from the manufacturer always indicates this parameter, calculated in liters per 100 km. However, you must understand that the numbers on paper and actual consumption may differ. The practice of operating a car reveals deviations in various weather and road conditions, as well as with different driving styles.

If you do not go into the specifics of modifications, engine types and gasoline used, then the average fuel consumption on a Niva is:

• 9.9 l/100 km in mixed mode;
• 8.3 l/100 km on the highway;
• 12 l/100 km in the city.

Such data is obtained at the factory under standardized conditions, using special measuring equipment and relying on GOST standards. Therefore, these are the maximum average indicators that are not an operational norm. In practice, fuel consumption for a Niva may vary depending on many factors.

According to reviews from owners, the maximum real fuel consumption of the Niva can rise to 14-15 liters. It is also known that models with engines based on a carburetor system (not currently available) consume slightly more fuel than injection engines. Read how to reduce gasoline consumption in the final part of the article.

VAZ 2121

It was with the VAZ-2121 that the history of the Niva began. This is the base model, produced from 1977 to 1993. It has a 1.6 liter 4-cylinder engine with a power of 80 hp. With. and torque 116 Nm. This unit allows you to accelerate to 100 km/h in 21 seconds, and gain speed to a maximum of 132 km/h.

Fuel consumption per 100 km Niva-2121:

• 7.8 liters on the highway;
• 13.4 l in the city;
• 9.8 l in mixed mode.

The classic Niva-2121 in this modification is still a common road user, and its variations with various improvements continue to be produced.

VAZ 2131

Niva-2131, also known as 5D, was released in the mid-90s as a more spacious version of the previous model. The body became five-door, and for this purpose it was lengthened by 500 mm using a central insert, which is why the car was popularly nicknamed “Crocodile”. This was also facilitated by the green color, which was often used for this version of the car at the manufacturer.

The wheelbase and the amount of space inside the cabin have changed. Thus, the distance between the front and rear seats has increased by 125 mm. Accordingly, the weight of the vehicle has increased and, as a direct consequence, fuel consumption. On VAZ-2131 it averaged:

• 9.8 l/100 km on a free highway;
• 13.7 l/100 km when driving on busy city streets;
• 12 l/100 km in mixed mode.