VAZ presented the characteristics of its new cars for 2022 - Vesta universal. This model will be released simultaneously in two versions SV and SV Cross - that is, standard and off-road. Domestic-made cars will go on sale this fall.
The developers promise that this model will be a real breakthrough for the Russian market. In this body type, the Lada Vesta SV, the photo of which is presented below, will be next in price after the sedan of the same model. The current generation of Vesta is selling well on the Russian market, and after restyling it has every chance of becoming a real bestseller.
Exterior of Lada Vesta Cross SV
The design of the new Lada Vesta SV station wagon was developed by a team of specialists led by Steve Mattin. Every detail of the body is in harmony with each other, reminiscent of the “shark” theme in individual strokes. These features include the antenna “fin” located on the roof, as well as a plastic trim on the C-pillar, which becomes like a shark fin due to the visual gap with the roof. The narrowed pillars are in some places made in a black palette, which makes them invisible against the background of tinted glass. These details are successfully emphasized by the developers and complement the overall image. The car has a characteristic X-shaped style. Photos and videos are presented at the end of the review.
The roof also has a new shape, as it now has a significant slope towards the rear, which makes the car look like a representative of the sports class.
The dimensions of the Lada Vesta SV Cross fit exactly into the established framework of a platform sedan. The luggage compartment capacity, judging by the overall dimensions, is not much more compared to the four-door model. It has a lot of drawers for storing hand luggage, as well as additional fastenings. The volume is 480 liters when measured to the height of the curtain. In the floor under the lid there is a compartment with two removable trays, which adds another 95 liters. If you fold the back of the sofa, you can achieve maximum space with a usable volume of 825 liters.
Only the body height has become larger. In the Lada Vesta SV version, the parameters are increased thanks to the roof rails. She has them in black, while Cross has them in a metallic shade. The SUV has also added 2.5 cm thanks to the ground clearance, which is now 20.3 cm instead of 17.8 in the old variation.
In the Lada Vesta SV Cross, overall dimensions are not the only changes in the external design. The domestically produced vehicle is equipped with:
- 17-inch alloy wheels;
- protective plastic “skirt” around the entire perimeter of the body;
- original bumpers with imitation steel protection;
- stylish headlights;
- double exhaust pipe, which has a square cross-section;
- On the rear bumper there is a cutout for the muffler.
By the way, thanks to all the body kits, the off-road Lada SV has increased its length by 1.5 cm and its width by almost two, which can even be noticeable from photographs. The Cross has five seats, as well as doors. There is no video review from the test drive yet.
The developers tried to correct all the shortcomings of the Vesta sedan, in particular, the new cars will have an external trunk release button and a lockable gas tank flap.
Also included in the update is the color scheme. Now there is a new orange color, which is called Mars and is distinguished by its saturation. The black body kit highlights it favorably. A platinum color called Carthage has also been added.
Interior features of Lada Vesta SV
According to the Lada Vesta SV, photo characteristics of the interior are not yet available, but the design will certainly trace aspects of the previous generation. For example, the interior will once again be decorated with colored inserts on the seats, doors and front panel. This makes the model of any configuration of the Lada Vesta SV bright, but may affect the cost. According to rough estimates, body kits, trims and other devices will cost more than 50 thousand rubles. But it is possible that such an additional payment will be quite justified.
The trim on the doors and panels and inserts on the seats are in the same tone as the body. A more relaxed interior can be made upon request.
The improvement has also reached the front panel. Now it has smoother shapes and has richer equipment. The instrument panel has improved LED lighting. The location of the controls for the multimedia system with navigation and seven-inch color display, as well as the climate control unit, has not changed.
Design
The appearance of the domestic station wagon can be called classic relative to all modern models produced by AvtoVAZ. At the front there is a recognizable “X-face”, which the manufacturer creates using inserts between the headlights and the radiator grille. There are also stampings on the sides, wings and doors, which are typical for all modern AvtoVAZ models. The roof of the station wagon has received a serious slope towards the luggage compartment, thanks to which the car looks quite modern and does not create the impression of bulkiness. At the rear, you can note a fairly compact tailgate, on which the manufacturer installed a neat spoiler.
The interior design does not have any frills or original solutions, but at the same time, it looks quite ergonomic. Thanks to the manufacturer’s decision to extend the center console somewhat deeper into the cabin, the driver and front passenger will be able to configure the multimedia system and control the air conditioning unit without any difficulty.
The interior seats are moderately hard and equipped with additional lateral support. The station wagon's interior is quite spacious; three passengers can easily fit in the back.
Lada Vesta Cross SV: technical specifications
In most technical parameters and details, there is complete similarity with the sedan.
The Lada sports car is equipped with a 16-valve petrol engine with a volume of 1.6 and 1.8, distributed injection and four cylinders, which produces 106 and 122 hp. respectively, with a torque of 148 and 170 Nm. With its weight, it accelerates to 100 km in 11.2-13.3 s. The maximum speed reaches 172 and 180 km/h on different engines.
Cross SV is a car with front-wheel drive. The transmission is represented by a 5-speed robotic automatic transmission and manual transmission. A characteristic feature is the independent MacPherson-type front suspension, which has been modified to strengthen it. All brakes are disc. The steering wheel is adjustable and also has electric power steering. All-wheel drive equipment was never installed, although the model has off-road capabilities. The development of this project was postponed indefinitely due to circumstances and other costs.
It is worth noting the ease of access to all internal parts in case of repairs, for example, when replacing spark plugs.
The remaining technical parameters of the Lada wagon are presented in the table.
| Parameter name | NE | SV Cross |
| Length (mm) | 4410 | 4424 |
| Width (mm) | 1764 | 1785 |
| Height (mm) | 1512 | 1532 |
| Tire size | 185/65R16 | 205/50R17 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2635 | 2635 |
| Fuel tank volume (l) | 55 | 55 |
| Gasoline brand | AI-92 | AI-92 |
| Combined cycle consumption (l/100 km) | 7,5-7,9 | 7,5-7,9 |
It is possible to convert the car to a gas engine and use natural gas – methane – as fuel.
About behavior on the road
Vesta SW Cross and Vesta SW Cross are cars that are identical in architecture, but different in behavior. The city station wagon is more comfortable and softer on the road. It passes joints more accurately and does not react to minor unevenness in the road surface. Suspension failures only occur in large potholes when the driver is clearly relaxed and inattentively driving through broken sections of the road. The Vesta SW station wagon does not have a sporty character, but is responsive to drive, just like the platform sedan.
The off-road version is more rigid and collected. Being behind the wheel of an all-terrain station wagon, taking turns at high speed, is much more fun and interesting. However, more distinct impacts spoil the impression of the trip. This is due to suspension settings, higher ground clearance and the presence of low-profile 17-inch tires.
Another characteristic difference is the less natural force on the steering wheel, although the automaker assures that it has not made changes to the settings of the electric power steering or the parameters of the SW Cross rack.
As a result, Vesta in a station wagon body with 178 mm ground clearance is more collected and comfortable on public roads in usual operating modes. Its bright off-road version pleases only with sharper handling and perky character at speeds of 80-100 km/h.
Equipment
For the SV Cross the Luxe package is offered, for the SV - Lux and Comfort. Depending on the configuration, machines can be equipped with the following functions and systems:
- Electronic stability control with traction control option. This helps when starting on a hill.
- Front and front airbags (four in total).
- Three-stage heating of the front and rear seats.
- The driver's seat is height adjustable and has lumbar support.
- Heated windshield and windshield.
- Exterior mirrors are electrically heated and electrically adjustable.
- Automatic climate control system.
- Parktronic.
- Multifunction steering wheel.
- Cruise control system.
- Cooled glove box.
- Audio system.
- Rear armrest.
- Rear View Camera.
- Fog lights.
- Second floor panel.
- Luggage compartment organizer.
- Light and rain sensor.
In addition to the basic package, there are additional packages such as Multimedia, Prestige, Image.
Start of sales and cost
The release of the Lada Vesta SV Wagon series in the new version should start in the summer of this year, and the start of sales is planned for the fall. The standard model should be the first to hit the market, followed by the off-road model within a month. Serial production began on September 11. The price of the station wagon is higher than that of four-door models. The sedan today costs 545,900 rubles, and the SV Cross is much higher, as it has improved equipment. The price of a car starts from 755,900 rubles, depending on the configuration, which includes the choice of engine, transmission (automatic or manual) and package. The cost of SV starts from 639,900 rubles. Also, the cost may be higher due to the color of the body.
History of restyling
The new Lada Vesta went on sale in 2015. The improved model was different from previously sold cars. Manufacturers carried out the next restyling two years later. These two updates were carried out in order to improve the car - technically and to correct shortcomings. Thanks to this, it was possible to correct the existing shortcomings:
— tapping in the rear suspension area when driving, or not corrected;
— steering wheel grinding in rainy weather;
— the appearance of scratches when lowering the windows;
— modification of clutch wheels;
— sound insulation of the interior space has been improved.
The Lada Vesta was last updated in 2022.
