What is included in the package of the classic Lada Vesta 2022

Front end

The main difference from richer trim levels is only the absence of fog lights. But if you have the desire and financial capabilities, they can be installed at any time. The asking price will be quite reasonable. At the dealer, this service will cost an average of 13 thousand rubles. This is the price for the necessary components and installation work.

The radiator grille is not painted, matte in color. In luxury versions it is painted glossy and looks very beautiful. Block headlights provide good visibility at night and look nice. But the incandescent lamps used in them are already a thing of the past. Many competitors are starting to offer diode headlights in basic configurations, which look cooler and shine brighter.

I sincerely hope that the restyled Vesta will have LED optics. Black washer jets on a white hood look somewhat alien. But during the restyling they were promised to be moved to the windshield frame trim so that the hood would look holistic and neat.

Windshield wiper blades are now installed on all Vesta frameless ones, their length has remained unchanged. The driver's side is 600 mm, the passenger's side is 450 mm. There are no reviews on them yet, but they should freeze up less in winter and provide better windshield wiping quality. A standard active antenna is installed in the front part of the car roof.

Reviews about Vesta Classic

The cheapest version looks somewhat inferior compared to more expensive versions. If you have something better, you don’t want to reduce the degree of quality and richness.

The wave is worthy of the Lada Vesta equipment, which can be considered the base, the basis of the entire series. You get a car at the best price without overpaying for options that you may not need. And there is no reason to blush for the quality here.

I saw a photo of the Lada Vesta Classic online and did not notice any significant differences from the Comfort and Luxury. I don’t think that overpaying here will justify itself, however, it’s worth looking at the possibilities. The classic will definitely not disappoint.

Engine compartment

The engine cover is missing to keep the price down. It is now installed only in luxury trim levels. Its price is not so high; if necessary, you can buy it separately to add aesthetics to the engine compartment.

What I like about the Lada Vesta is that the engine compartment does not look cramped and cramped, as in most modern cars. There is a good layout that provides easy access to all the necessary components and assemblies. For example, if necessary, it is easy to change the bulbs in the headlights. You don't have to remove anything to replace them.

The engine has an index 21129, volume 1.6 liters, 16 valves, power 106 hp. s., torque 148 N*m. It is paired with a VAZ 5-speed gearbox with index 2180. In my opinion, this engine is currently the best in the line of power units used on Lada cars.

He is truly reliable, no matter what anyone says. The engine was freed from all the problems that were characteristic of it in its early years. The engine is technically simple and inexpensive to maintain. If handled properly, it has a good resource. On average, he takes care of 200-250 thousand before major repairs without problems.

When it comes to repairs, there will be no problem boring out the cast-iron block, installing a new piston and moving on. That is, this engine is not one of those disposable ones that most modern cars are now stuffed with. In terms of power, it is quite enough, fuel consumption is also good. If you adhere to a moderate driving style, you can achieve 7.5-8.0 liters per 100 km in the combined cycle.

All trim levels come standard with BOSCH ABS. The latest generation software, version 9.1, is used.

In the engine compartment it is difficult to find something with the inscription “made in Russia”. Imported attachments: Valeo starter, BOSCH generator, Korean air conditioning compressor. Only the cylinder head and cylinder block are domestic in the engine compartment, the rest is imported. Is it good or bad - write in the comments.

Chassis

Car wheels: 15-inch steel wheels covered with original hubcaps. The tires used are high-quality Pirelli model Cinturato P1, size 185x65 R15. The fact that the wheel is small is even a plus, since it is lighter and has a higher sidewall. Accordingly, there is more air in it, the car rides smoother. Although the suspension works great with 17 discs.

Plastic fender liners are installed in the front wheel arches. They do not cover all the metal. Mud flaps for the front wheels are installed as standard, and soft felt fender liners are installed in the rear arches, which cover the metal everywhere. Rear wheel mudguards are not provided here.

The ground clearance of a regular Vesta is 178 mm. I believe that this is the most optimal ground clearance for a car in Russia. The car is neither high nor low. I drove the Vesta on different roads and went off-road. There was not a single case where I caught the bottom somewhere. For comparison, Vesta Cross has a ground clearance of 203 mm, a regular Granta has 160 mm, and a Niva has 220 mm.

Technical specifications

The overview presented by AvtoVAZ includes the main characteristics:

• The length of the vehicle is 441 cm.
• Width – about 176 cm.
• Height – about 150 cm.
• The wheelbase is 263.5 cm long. Therefore, all passengers are located between the located axles. This wheelbase has a positive effect on durability and smoothness.
• The luggage compartment has a considerable volume, which is 480 liters.
• Weight – 1,230 kg.
• Ground clearance – 17.8 cm.
• The fuel tank contains 55 liters at a time.

The chassis of the Lada vesta classic start includes rear as well as front suspension. The front suspension includes a stabilizer. In its preparation, the MacPherson technique was used. The rear suspension has a semi-independent design. A spring is inserted into it.

This configuration comes with a disc brake system. The vehicle is equipped with cast steel wheels with a diameter of 15 inches. There is a spare wheel in the luggage compartment.

Rear part of Lada Vesta

The equipment is the most degreased, so we will not see parking sensors. Instead there are plugs. There is no rear view camera, but otherwise everything is in place. For ease of opening the trunk lid, there is a lock button under the decorative trim. It’s a convenient thing, and this solution is much better than if the button was located in the cabin (you don’t have to go to it).

On the Grant in the cheapest configuration there is a plug instead of a button, but on the Vesta there is one.

The trunk volume, although not a record for its class (480 liters), is still large and roomy.

I have never heard any owners complain that it is problematic to transport cargo or items in the trunk. Under the main floor is a full-size spare tire, a travel tool. And it’s not just lying around here, there’s an organizer. There is a small three-section box for storing items. There is sound insulation along the edges.

Despite the fact that the equipment is the simplest, the trunk lid has decorative upholstery and a closing handle. The thing is convenient and useful; you don’t have to grab the lid and get your hands dirty.

How does “Classic / Start” differ from “Exclusive”

Differences Lada Vesta “Classic / Start”

• Spare wheel full-size 15-inch
• Steel wheels + decorative wheel caps
• Wheels 15-inch
• Audio preparation
• Air conditioner
• Seat upholstery - dark gray fabric
• Rear seat headrests 2 pcs.

Differences Lada Vesta “Exclusive”

• Spare wheel small size 15-inch
• Original light alloy wheels
• Wheels 16-inch
• Decorative exhaust pipe nozzle
• Rear spoiler
• Exterior door handles in body color
• Exterior mirrors black
• 6 speakers
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Bluetooth, Voice Control, Hands Free with Dual Mic and Noise Canceling Function
• 2 USB ports on the front panel
• 8.0-inch TFT-IPS capacitive HD display multimedia system
• Lada Enjoy Pro multimedia system with built-in Yandex.Auto services
• Multifunction steering wheel
• Speed ​​limiter
• Cruise control
• Climate control
• Light sensor
• Rain sensor
• Rear view camera with dynamic lines
• Rear parking sensors
• Heated windshield
• Heated rear seats
• Heated front seats 3 levels
• Heated steering wheel
• Leather steering wheel
• Rear electric windows
• Electric folding exterior mirrors
• Enhanced rear window tinting
• Driver's seat with lumbar support
• Driver's seat with height adjustment
• Illumination of entry and exit points in the front doors
• Atmospheric interior lighting
• Automatic headlight switch off
• USB port for passengers in the second row of seats
• 12V socket for second row passengers
• Case for glasses
• Front passenger sun visor with mirror
• Driver's sun visor with mirror
• Pads on the pedals
• Textile rugs
• Seat upholstery - combined fabric/eco leather, gray
• Black headliner
• Center rear armrest
• Central armrest with box
• Rear disc brakes (AT only)
• Fog lights with turning light function
• Rear seat headrests 3 pcs.
• Side airbags

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Appearance

Looking at the car from the outside, it is worth noting the fact that AvtoVAZ has learned to make even gaps between body elements. Everything looks clear and neat. The front parts of the Vesta body are made of galvanized sheet.

The SV versions are completely galvanized, while the sedans have a roof without a zinc coating.

A distinctive feature of the Classic package is that the handles and mirror caps are not painted in body color. To better seal the opening, in addition to the main seal, there are two additional ones on the door: one at the bottom, the other at the top.

There is a question about the upper seal: couldn’t it be made 10 cm longer? Just ahead, all the dirt flies through the uncovered area. AvtoVAZ began to install normal door stops that have 3 clear fixed positions. Now the door does not hang like a gate.

Salon

The door trim is single-texture black. At the bottom there is a spacious pocket that can accommodate a standard 1.5 liter plastic bottle.

Next comes a niche for the speaker of the multimedia system. On more expensive trim levels, the door insert is covered with fabric or eco-leather. Here it is ordinary plastic. Next is the driver's door module: 2 power windows, joystick for adjusting the exterior mirrors. The equipment is the lowest, but the windows and mirrors are electric.

The seats are not combined with dark gray fabric upholstery.

There is no seat lift and no lumbar support. The backrest tilt is adjusted using a lever. This mechanism is more convenient than classic twisters.

Although they provide more precise adjustment of the backrest angle. There is no armrest on the center console. The steering wheel is the simplest without buttons, the trim is unpainted in a black base color.

The steering column is adjustable not only for tilt, but also for reach. This is a useful adjustment that allows you to choose the most comfortable driving position. This configuration, like the more expensive ones, has electric power steering.

There is a standard immobilizer and central locking. Supplied with 2 keys. Moreover, the branded Westovsky key fob with a switching tip is available for all trim levels. The second key is simple without a fob.

Any version of Vesta has 2 frontal airbags: in the steering wheel and instrument panel. At the top of the center console there is an insert for a single-din radio, although a 2-din one can be installed if desired. Audio preparation is provided. Above is a niche for small items. Below is the central locking button, disabling directional stability. The system automatically turns on at speeds above 50 km per hour.

Below is a heater control module with buttons for air flow, turning on the heated rear window and exterior mirrors, two regulators with buttons (air conditioning, interior recirculation). The small display shows the temperature and intensity of airflow. The block looks simple and clear, it is easy to operate.

A wish to AvtoVAZ: the regulators rotate easily, as if idling, there are no clear fixed positions. I think this needs to be improved to improve information content and feedback.

At the bottom of the console there are 2 cup holders, a rubberized shelf for storing small items, and a 12-volt outlet. Instead of a USB output there is a plug.

There is no heating for the front seats, so instead of buttons there are 2 plastic plugs. The gear shift knob is single-textured black.

The glove box is spacious, its volume is 14 liters, there is a lampshade and a stand. There is a closable hole in the side wall that allows you to cool drinks using the air conditioner. Useful thing in the summer.

A diode lighting lamp is installed in the ceiling lining, combined with the Era Glonass unit.

There are also 3 handrails with a microlift installed in the ceiling, except for the driver's seat. Sun visors do not have mirrors.

↑ Contents and configuration options

Today Lada Vesta is available in three main and four additional packages. The basic one is called “Classic”, followed by “Comfort” and the maximum one – “Lux”. All of these standard equipment of the Lada Vesta are complemented by option packages. The basic equipment includes the “Start” package, while the “Classic” package includes the “Image” and “Multimedia” packages. The suite can also be supplemented with a Multimedia package.

The minimum, basic configuration includes all basic safety and comfort systems. The car is very well equipped for its class and is in many ways ahead of foreign cars in this regard.

↑ Classic

The base model has solid options that are not so easy to find in other cars in this price category. The driver and front passenger seats are equipped with airbags. Options that increase traffic safety include a child lock and automatic door lock.

Lada Vesta is equipped with an immobilizer and alarm system. For greater comfort for passengers in the back row, the car is equipped with three headrests. In addition, the domestic pioneer is equipped with the ERA-GLONASS system, with which you can call for help in case of an emergency.

Effective braking is provided by the ABS system, and directional stability is provided by the ESC system. Braking force is distributed using the EBD system, and HSA helps to start off on a hill. To reduce the likelihood of slipping, engineers equipped the Lada Vesta with a PCS system. A gear shift guidance system can be added here.

The rear sofa has a folding backrest, which significantly increases the comfort of movement in Vesta. Passengers can charge phones and small gadgets at a 12V outlet.

Like no other model, AvtoVAZ was pleased with the modern on-board computer. The driver's space is thought out to the smallest detail. There are cup holders and the armrest is attached to the driver's seat to ensure maximum comfort.

The steering column can be adjusted horizontally and vertically. The presence of electric power steering ensures maximum driving comfort. The seat belts can be adjusted in height.

The presence of the following elements puts the car on a par with many European foreign cars:

• central locking with remote control;
• folding key;
• electric window lifts;
• electrically heated front seats;
• heating and electric drive of the air cooler;
• additional direction indicators;
• full-size spare wheel;
• steel wheels for 15.

That's all that's included in the package. A basic car with a manual transmission today costs up to 530 thousand rubles.

Rear seat

The tailgate has a feature that few people know about. This is a door lock that prevents children from opening it. You need to move the flag down, and the door from the passenger compartment will not open.

It can only be opened from the outside. The rear windows are mechanical. The back of the rear sofa folds in a ratio of 60 to 40.

For rear passengers there are 2 L-shaped head restraints, the third is available only in luxury versions. There are also mountings for Isofix child seats. A significant advantage of the Lada Vesta is its spacious interior. The back row is very roomy, leaving plenty of room for your knees. There is also plenty of headroom.

There is a pocket only in the back of the front passenger seat. There is no courtesy light for rear passengers, nor is there an armrest. But these are minor things.