Dimensions of the fret Kalina station wagon: technical characteristics

If we compare the previous model of the Lada Kalina car with the new product presented in 2012 at the Moscow Motor Show, we can identify many differences and modifications. The proportions of the car remained almost the same, but the parts outside and inside were noticeably modified. The neatly smoothed contours of the body give the car originality and elegance. The location of the headlights can be called very successful - the rear lamps are an unusual frame for the tailgate. The station wagon is characterized by a low stance, the parameters of which are 160 mm. Even on broken roads you will be confident in your car, and the car will drive through small potholes smoothly and smoothly. It is convenient to sit in the cabin - the door opening angle is 90 degrees.

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Externally, the car meets all the requirements of modern fashion. The smooth contours of the body give it elegance.

The designers did a very good job on the headlights. The location of the rear lamps is good - they beautifully frame the trunk door.

The ground clearance of the Kalina Sport is quite high and amounts to 185 millimeters, the station wagon has a lower landing - 160, but this allows it to easily move over rough terrain and broken roads. The car drives through even large potholes smoothly and smoothly.

This allows you to transport bulky items. The trunk threshold is conveniently located - this makes loading and unloading as comfortable as possible.

Compared to the Kalina Priora, the station wagon, of course, has a more elegant interior design, but overall the first car is not much inferior in practicality and comfort.

Thanks to the wide doorways, it became very comfortable to sit in the cabin. The driver's seat is more ergonomic and the instrument layout is better than previous models. All buttons and control levers are located close to the steering wheel, and because of this it is not difficult to use them.

The manufacturer used high-quality plastic to make the interior panels. All elements fit well and do not make unnecessary sounds when moving.

The seats are comfortable, although their upholstery material looks, compared to foreign cars, rather poor and unpretentious. Both the driver and passengers have the opportunity to adjust the seat backs to suit themselves.

There is only one drawback - the driver's seat cannot be adjusted in height. But Kalina’s owners note that in general the review is already beyond praise.

The car is equipped with air conditioning. It is not difficult to control the air conditioning system, since the buttons are located on the instrument panel. Moreover, in the luxury configuration the car comes with a navigator.

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If we compare the previous model of the Lada Kalina car with the new product presented in 2012 at the Moscow Motor Show, we can identify many differences and modifications. The proportions of the car remained almost the same, but the parts outside and inside were noticeably modified. The neatly smoothed contours of the body give the car originality and elegance. The location of the headlights can be called very successful - the rear lamps are an unusual frame for the tailgate. The station wagon is characterized by a low stance, the parameters of which are 160 mm. Even on broken roads you will be confident in your car, and the car will drive through small potholes smoothly and smoothly. It is convenient to sit in the cabin - the door opening angle is 90 degrees.

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general characteristics

classifies Lada Kalina as a subcompact model. These cars performed excellently in urban conditions. For optimal operation, the range of external temperatures ranges from minus 40 to plus 45 degrees (Celsius). Also, to ensure that this vehicle exhibits its optimal characteristics, it must be used on paved roads.

Most Lada Kalinas are equipped with 8-valve engines. There are also versions with engines whose heads are equipped with 16-valve designs. Such motors are marked as “11194” and “11184”. Both versions of the power unit are located in the engine compartment according to a transverse arrangement. The power plants are equipped with modern distributed fuel injection systems.

The exhaust manifolds of these models have exhaust gas catalysts, which is done for the sake of the environment.

As a modern option, you can consider remote control of the central door lock and window drives. Also, as an option, a locking unit for the luggage compartment lock can be installed.

If there is a need to activate or deactivate the security system, then such an action is available in any situation. This mechanism allows you to lock all doors at once. This useful feature allows you to quickly lock yourself in your car, for example, while hiding from being chased.

General characteristics of the car

Considering its size, the Kalina car belongs to the small class and therefore will be ideal for driving on city roads. With proper operation, the optimal temperature is considered to be -40 °C to +45 °C. In addition, it is important that it is best to use a car on roads that are equipped with high-quality hard surfaces.

Cars of this brand are most often equipped with an engine with 8 valves. The only exception is VAZ models numbered 11194 and 11184, which have a 16-valve engine. Both engines are positioned to be across the engine compartment. They are initially equipped with a system that allows the fuel injection force to be evenly distributed. Also, the Lada Kalina has a catalytic converter installed, which is responsible for the condition of processed gases.

The most convenient thing was that it was made in a single block, taking into account the exhaust manifold. The general capabilities that the Lada Kalina has include the installation of a system that allows you to control the car from a distance. This applies directly to blocking and unlocking the locks on the car doors or, at the request of the owner, blocking the luggage compartment lock.

At the same time, if necessary, Lada Kalina can turn on or off the car’s security system in a timely manner. If this is not done, the alarm may turn on if the security field of the machine is violated. You can also lock all doors at once. This will come in handy if you jumped into your car to escape persecution. In this case, you will not have to spend extra seconds closing each individual door.

Dimensions

Compared to previous VAZ models, the Lada Kalina has increased in size, which has a positive effect on the space in the cabin and the amount of luggage space in the trunk; the dimensions are noticeably larger. Note that the height, as well as the width, of the car remained unchanged, but the length increased noticeably.

It is these dimensions that now amount to 3.89 m. Let us recall that the width is 1.7 m and the length is 1.5 m. These are the dimensions of the car body. Another significant advantage of the Kalina is the ability to be equipped with an automatic transmission unit. The owners immediately appreciated this move, which allows the nimble Lada Kalina to “tolerate” city traffic jams well.

Let's touch on the body. For the practical “Russian”, the developers have provided an all-metal body frame.

The vehicle's curb weight reaches 1160 kg, and with full regulatory load it is 1560 kg. Moreover, we have already reported the dimensions of the body above, and they are not small.

We know the dimensions of the body, it’s time to talk about the dimensions of the luggage compartment Kalina now offers the owner a number of advantages. If you fold the back rows, the useful volume of space for placing cargo “grows” to 550 liters. Here, practical drivers will appreciate this solution, since they often have to transport items whose dimensions exceed the parameters of the trunk itself.

The station wagon modification has also grown significantly in size. The manufacturer has additionally equipped the roof of this body version with roof rails, which allows the owner to install an external luggage compartment for transporting large luggage.

The length of the station wagon exceeds 4 meters, which is longer in comparison with a hatchback or the same sedan. The width of the version remains unchanged - 1.7 m, which is also true for the height - 1.5 m.

Separately, we should touch upon the trunk of the station wagon, which has no competitors in the model line of all LADA Kalinas. Folding the backrests of the stern seats allows you to “increase” the volume of usable space to an incredible 670 liters for this class.

The fuel tank on the station wagon has been migrated from the sedan, which confirms the identical volume, capable of holding a maximum of 50 liters.

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Vehicle parameters

The new Lada Kalina model from VAZ has become much larger and more spacious. This affected the spaciousness of the trunk and interior; it became possible to increase luggage and make the passengers’ stay more comfortable while driving. The parameters of the new model fit perfectly into the “B” segment. Let's look at the main dimensions of the car:

• total length 3893 mm;
• length – 1500;
• width – 1700 mm;
• wheelbase standards - 2476 mm;
• ground clearance indicators - 170 mm (elevation of the body above the road);
• tires and wheels - 175 by 65, 185 by 60, 185 by 55;
• clearance between the rear and front axles, wheelbase - 2,480 mm.

The distance to the asphalt from the bumper is 200 mm. These numbers will be the envy of any crossover! One of the key features of the machine is the ability to equip it with an automatic transmission unit. This is very convenient and car owners appreciated this production move of the concern. The automatic transmission allows the small and compact Lada to move well off-road and in city traffic jams.

Salon of Lada Kalina Hatchback

Now let's go to the salon. So what's interesting here? As soon as you look at the pleasant steering wheel, a feeling of satisfaction comes: VAZ has taken care of the interior. The hatchback console is no different from the consoles of other models, which is already obvious. Speaking about the quality of the interior finishing, it justifies the 307 thousand that are asked for the model. Soft fabric, pleasant plastic (in comparison with cars of this category and price), two-tone trim on the front panel (rarely found on budget cars, with the exception of domestic ones). This Lada Kalina hatchback surprises potential buyers. In short, everything is in order with the price-quality ratio of the domestic car.

Body

Next comes the body. Bodies are open and closed. The most popular closed body is the sedan. The sedan is usually a four-day model, but there are also two-door models, which often leads to confusion with the coupe.

A sedan is, first of all, two full-fledged mandatory rows of seats for the driver and passengers. A coupe usually has two doors (but sometimes there are more; an example of a four-door coupe is the Mazda RX-8), but the main thing is a defective or absent rear row.

A station wagon is practically the same sedan, only there is a cargo compartment in the back instead of the usual trunk. A station wagon can be confused with a hatchback, which is shorter and smaller. In addition, there is a type of hatchback - a liftback (a hatchback with a long overhang and usually a sloping roof).

These are only the main types of car bodies, because there are also such bodies as: limousines, SUVs, brogams, landaulets, targas, pickups, hardtops, phaetons, convertibles, combi, minivans, minibuses, town cars, frame and frameless SUVs, roadsters, spiders and fastbacks.

Technical characteristics of Lada Kalina Cross

When creating the Lada Kalina Cross, the model developers took as a basis the version of the Lada Kalina station wagon performed by Norma. The Kalina Cross station wagon will be offered with two engine options. Initially, under the hood of the car there will be an in-line 4-cylinder petrol unit with a displacement of 1.6 liters.

This engine is equipped with an eight-valve timing belt with distributed fuel injection. The engine is capable of developing a maximum power of 87 hp. at 5100 rpm. Peak engine thrust occurs at 140 Nm at 3800 rpm. The engine is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission with cable drive.

Moreover, especially for the pseudo-crossover, in order to increase the traction characteristics of the car, the gear ratio of the main pair in the gearbox was increased from 3.7 to 3.9. The speed characteristics of the Kalina Cross are not a reason to be proud - it takes more than 12 seconds to reach 100 km/h from a standstill.

The maximum speed of the car is 165 km/h. A little later, the car is planned to be equipped with another gasoline engine. This should be a 1.6-liter 16-valve engine known from other models, the power of which is 106 hp.

According to experts, such a unit would be a more suitable engine for an off-road station wagon, since with an 87-horsepower engine the car’s dynamics clearly leave much to be desired.

The list of basic equipment of the new Kalina Cross includes: a pair of front airbags, remote-controlled central locking, an anti-theft system, an anti-lock braking system, an electric power steering column.

In addition, the car is equipped by default with an air conditioning system, rear seat headrests, heated front seats, front electric windows, and alloy wheels.

Prices for Lada Kalina Cross start at 471 thousand rubles.

Lada Kalina Cross – price and configurations 2015

For the 2015 Kalina Cross, there are two configuration options - “Norma” and “Lux”. The cheapest modification of the car (87 hp, 5-speed manual transmission) will cost the buyer 512,100 rubles. The top version with a 106-horsepower engine and automatic transmission costs 576,600 rubles.

Prices and specifications Lada Kalina 2 station wagon

Today, the most affordable Kalina station wagon has a price of 334,000 rubles for the basic “standard” package. In the “norm” configuration, which is richer in options, the car can be purchased for 353,000 rubles. In the same configuration, you can buy a Kalina station wagon with an automatic transmission for 436 thousand. The top version “Lux” is offered at a price from 426 thousand (for the version with a 106 horsepower engine) to 488,000 rubles with an automatic transmission, which is called full stuffing. Actually, Kalina has no competitors in terms of price among foreign cars in this segment, except for the Lada Largus station wagon, which is larger in size.

New Kalina station wagon “Standard” package

• This version has the following options: Driver's front airbag Seat belt indication Daytime running lights Immobilizer Split rear seat Electric power steering Cabin filter Front door electric windows Audio preparation Steel wheels R14 Full-size spare wheel

New Kalina station wagon “Norma” package

• This version adds the following options: Rear seat head restraints Standard alarm system with remote control Anti-lock braking system ABS and BAS Central locking with remote control Electric rear door lock with remote control

New Kalina station wagon “Lux” package

• Options are being added - Driver and passenger airbags Seat belt pretensioner Fog lights On-board computer built into the instrument cluster Additional sound insulation Heated front seats Electric lifts for all doors Electric drive and heated exterior mirrors Climate system Multimedia system 15-inch alloy wheels

Features of the Cross modification

When considering the entire list of modifications of the LADA Kalina, one cannot ignore the outstanding VAZ project - the Cross version. This car is built on the basis of a station wagon, but has an impressive list of additions

Here the developers have placed significant emphasis on the ground clearance, which is an enviable 208 mm. The perimeter of the body is decorated with decorative linings, which simultaneously perform a protective function. On small off-road terrain the car behaves quite confidently. The developers did not forget to use enhanced protection for the engine sump and transmission unit housing.

Kalina Cross allows the owner to install wheels with a larger diameter, which also benefits both ground clearance and the exterior as a whole.

How to influence the clearance level?

How to increase the clearance in your car? If you install wheels with an increased diameter and profile, then the ground clearance will certainly “increase”. It is interesting to consider an example of such forced action when using wide 215x55xR15 tires. With an increase in profile by 5%, the increase in clearance is 1 mm. Adding another five percent to the profile will increase the clearance by 2.5 mm.

If you are inclined to increase the wheel size, you should take a look at the factory recommendations. The maximum size of factory-installed tires reaches 185x60xR14 for the standard version of the Lada Kalina 2 and 185x55xR15 for the Cross version. Theoretically, it is possible to install a tire size of 195x40xR17, however, one should take into account the risk of tires hitting the wheel arches when driving over uneven surfaces and other consequences for the suspension that can cause its premature wear due to the increased weight of the wheels.

Also, an increased tire height can shift the center of gravity upward, which will worsen handling. Another important aspect is the danger of deformation of the rubber profile of the tire under the influence of the same increased weight. Here again there is a risk of rollover when cornering at increased speed, because body roll inevitably increases.

Let's also note the positive aspects of the larger wheels. This is not only an increase in ground clearance, but also an improved ability of the body as a whole to perceive unevenness in the road surface. The ride of the car is soft and smooth. Now you know how to increase the clearance of Kalina.

the volume and overall dimensions of the body are described

When buying a car, for most people, not only technical characteristics are important, but also trunk volume. Moreover, with other similar parameters, it is the trunk volume that often turns out to be the decisive factor when choosing a specific car.

In 2013, the release of a new generation Lada Kalina was announced. And on May 16 of the same year, the first car with a hatchback body type rolled off the assembly line.

The car body has not undergone significant changes; the chassis has remained the same (the suspension has been slightly improved). As for the trunk volume of the Lada Kalina hatchback, according to the specifications, it is 240-550 liters.

What does this mean?

That with the rear seats installed, it is 240 liters, and if they are folded down, it will increase to 550. This volume is significantly less than the volume of the trunk of a Lada with a station wagon body (remember, this parameter was respectively 355/670 liters).

The trunk dimensions of the Lada Kalina hatchback are as follows:

• width – 947 mm;
• depth – 644 mm;
• height – 492 mm.

With the rear seats folded, the depth increases to 1319 mm, and if the trunk is left open, it can carry cargo up to 1277 mm in size.

As you can see, for a small family this car is even suitable for traveling, and if you only use it for commuting to work and visiting, then the relatively lower cost (compared to the same “station wagon”) makes it a more profitable option for purchase.

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Heading optics contains 4 lamps

Let's look at how the directional optics, that is, the front headlight, is designed. The block contains four compartments, each of which contains one element:

• High beam lamp (H1);
• Low beam lamp (H7);
• Combined lamp for running lights and “dimensions” (W21/5W);
• Turn signal lamp (P21W yellow - PY21W).

The standard size of the element is indicated in parentheses.

If we talk about low and high beams, standard power lamps (55 watts) are installed from the factory. It is not recommended to greatly exceed this value. Lighting fixtures of sizes H1-H7 look like this:

H1 – high beam, H7 – low beam

When making a purchase, the main thing is not to confuse an H7 lamp with a halogen lamp of a similar size (H4). Also, some companies produce 24-volt lighting devices.

When replacing halogen light sources, adhere to the following rules: do not touch the glass with hands without gloves; it is recommended to degrease the lampshade before installation. “Secunda” is suitable as a cleaner.

The following text shows the side and running lights:

There will be two filaments in the headlight bulb and DRL

Its standard size is W21/5W. Well, the turn signal bulbs in the directional optics use standard ones. They are equipped with a metal base, their standard size is P21W (PY21W).

The yellow lampshade looks like orange

Features of the Cross modification

When considering the entire list of modifications of the LADA Kalina, one cannot ignore the outstanding VAZ project - the Cross version. This car is built on the basis of a station wagon, but has an impressive list of additions

Here the developers have placed significant emphasis on the ground clearance, which is an enviable 208 mm. The perimeter of the body is decorated with decorative linings, which simultaneously perform a protective function. On small off-road terrain the car behaves quite confidently. The developers did not forget to use enhanced protection for the engine sump and transmission unit housing.

Kalina Cross allows the owner to install wheels with a larger diameter, which also benefits both ground clearance and the exterior as a whole.

Description of the car

The Lada Kalina station wagon fully lives up to its name. Many Russians have already been able to see the versatility of this iron horse. By the way, it is already clear that this car is mainly purchased by people who prefer active recreation. Thanks to its functional features, this five-door car is an ideal option for country trips. Russian developers knew that their product would have to overcome domestic roads! That is why they endowed the Lada Kalina with high cross-country ability and maneuverability, which allows it to easily overcome both city highways and dirt roads.

In addition, the VAZ 1117 Kalina station wagon has a refined and at the same time democratic design of the body and interior, which makes it an ideal option for a family car. Travel comfort is ensured for every family member, thanks to the wide adjustment of the front seats, which allows you to free up space for luggage. And for large items there is an almost (slightly short of a sedan) universal trunk, convenient for trips to the country. But, if you remove the rear parcel shelf, the trunk capacity increases to 500 liters, which, of course, makes the Lada Kalina station wagon beyond any competition.

In addition, the new Lada Kalina station wagon is equipped with a climate control system, effective ABS and many other innovations that were previously rare in the automotive market.

In its technical characteristics, the Lada Kalina station wagon is not inferior to the sedan. The machine is equipped with a four-cylinder engine with a distributed electronic fuel injection system. Classic convenience is provided by a five-speed manual transmission.

In general, the fact that Ladas are becoming more and more common on the roads speaks for itself. After all, the Lada Kalina station wagon went on sale three years ago. Consumers throughout Russia were able to see the advantages of this car. In addition, the Kalina station wagon, thanks to its design solution, has acquired presentability and visual appeal. The rounded lines of the car's silhouette now speak more about its maneuverability and ease of control. Indeed, people of the older generation feel comfortable behind the wheel; they easily feel the ease of contact with the road surface.

A new product from AvtoVAZ has appeared on the roads of Russia, and we have become aware of the technical characteristics of the 2013 LADA Kalina 2. It is worth noting that this is actually the same car, which received a new gearbox and updated design.

If you study the data presented in the table in detail, it will become clear that the station wagon is no different from the hatchback in terms of dynamics and equipment. The only difference between the Lada Kalina 2 station wagon and the technical characteristics is that the body is slightly longer.

Otherwise, the technical characteristics of the new Lada Kalina 2nd generation differ only in trim levels. In the luxury version, the buyer receives a 16-valve engine, which is 12 hp more powerful than the 8-valve engine, which has a positive effect on the overall dynamics of the car. However, we should not forget that the luxury version can be equipped with an automatic transmission, which slightly worsens the dynamic characteristics of the new Kalina.

Fuel consumption, judging by official data from AvtoVAZ, is less for a 16-valve power unit compared to an analogue with 8 valves. An automatic transmission competes with a manual transmission only in the extra-urban cycle; in all other cases it consumes more fuel.

A station wagon is on average 25-30 kilograms heavier than a hatchback, but at the same time, it is the station wagon that has the best dynamic performance, although only slightly. Also among the main advantages of the station wagon, it is worth noting the trunk volume of 360 liters, while the hatchback has only 261 liters.

You can find out all the technical characteristics of Kalina 2 from the table below. It is worth noting that these are not the final technical specifications for the Lada Kalina 2, as they may still change, but you will probably learn about this on our website or forum.

Technical specifications (manufacturer's data):

Body and luggage compartment characteristics

The practical car is equipped with a body made of solid fused metal. The weight of the fully assembled car is 1160, the regulatory full load is 1560. As for the luggage compartment, you can be sure that everything you need will fit here. When folded, the rear seatbacks provide much more space for luggage, the total volume increases to 550 liters. If you are a practical person, you will certainly appreciate this advantage. This is the only trunk in the entire Lada model line that truly has no competitors of its kind.

The fuel tank was also modified - its volume became larger, increasing to 50 liters. It is practically unchanged, moved from the sedan. The car, as in the previous modification, is presented with a convenient luggage compartment threshold - in addition to the generally recognized spaciousness, it is very convenient to put things of any size there

For some, this item may not seem the most impressive, but if you take into account the average consumption of 8 liters, the owner can cover enormous distances without refueling (kilometers reach 600 km). The appearance of the car has also undergone changes: the manufacturing company has equipped the roof with special roof rails, thanks to which you can install a luggage compartment for transporting goods

You can also transport large items, which is very convenient.

The suspension was also updated in 2014. The modernization affected both the front and rear suspension: the front is equipped with stiffer springs, and the shock absorbers have changed in technical specifications. The trailing arms have become even stiffer, and the anti-roll bar has increased in diameter by 2 cm. As for the chassis, it has become more comfortable and rigid. The front suspension is an independent design, equipped with telescopic shock absorber struts, coil springs and wishbones at the bottom. The rear suspension is a beam with a medium level of rigidity, fixed to the surface of the body using metal and rubber hinges, equipped with shock absorbers and springs.

According to statistical data and reviews from car owners, the Lada Kalina car is a convenient, compact, economical solution for the whole family. Thanks to the ability to increase the trunk by lowering the seats, you can make the interior more spacious in a short time. Well-designed interior, which is characterized by high levels of ergonomics. The steering wheel is massive and has a 3-spoke design. Convenient: on the left side of the steering wheel there is a place for a light control unit, on which there is a small button responsible for opening the trunk.

Lada Granta

The most popular version of the Grant today is the sedan. The liftback has also become a good seller, but it is still far from being a sedan. The VAZ 2190 is designed for 4 passengers, according to the documents it looks like a B-class car, but after considering the dimensions, you can safely classify it as a C-class.

Being a successor of the “Kalina” traditions, the sedan was even assembled on its platform and borrowed a lot of things from Kalina: body, chassis, interior. On the other hand, it is a different car with a different character, larger cargo compartment, redesigned design, etc. The trunk has been increased to 500 liters.

Here are the standard body dimensions of the Lada Grant.

Lada Granta body dimensions

As you can see, the dimensions of this VAZ model are 22 cm longer than those of the Kalina, but 7 cm shorter than the “Samarov” modifications.

Now other characteristics in more detail:

• The radiator grille has received a new corporate style, now resembling a Volga rook, which is held in place by a powerful molding. This grille cools the engine compartment more effectively, as it is equipped with large “nostrils”;
• The bumper is much softer than the VAZ ones and is painted in body color on some car trim levels;
• The general lines of the hood and trunk roof are slightly raised;
• The front optics have received more enlarged outlines, and in the basic version the cars are also equipped with daytime side light.

As for the trim levels, the new sedan can be purchased in 3 versions. The coolest is the Lux, equipped with a 98-horsepower engine and featuring a completely different level of interior equipment.

Among the features of the Granta body, one can highlight the good quality of the assembly and good quality of materials. The body parts are connected to each other using high-tech automated German welding. This allowed domestic producers to reach a completely different level.

We also highlight the good quality of painting and resistance to anti-corrosion treatment. Both of these processes are also carried out on German-made automated lines with excellent precision.

The modified body geometry gave the new Russian car a stylish, aspirational lines. This had a beneficial effect not only on the exterior, but also made it possible to significantly reduce the AED resistance. Now this coefficient is 0.36, which is more than 6 percent less than the base model. In addition, the pointed hood is less harmful to pedestrians, experts say.

Important functions are performed by overhangs:

• The Granta's rear overhang has been extended by 15 cm. In turn, this makes the interior even more spacious than before;
• The front overhang is designed in such a way as to reduce the thermal load on the engine and its environment.

As for other body differences:

• The underbody was specially designed for the new Russian car. Special metal sheets with special hardening and double-sided galvanization are a good solution that significantly increases service life;
• As for quality of life, in this particular case the indicator is increased by 12 percent when compared with Kalina;
• The weight of the car was reduced by as much as 40 kg, which could not but affect the handling. Now it has become much easier to maneuver in city tight rows, it is more convenient to take turns;
• It has become easier to install an additional roof rack, since the manufacturer has provided good, strong fastenings on top of the door seals.

Unfortunately, Granta did not lose the traditional VAZ “sores”:

• It is inconvenient to adjust the side mirrors. But this is not necessary, since they provide quite good visibility;
• On the other hand, short drivers will have poor visibility of the road due to the raised lines of the hood and trunk.

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The Kalinovsky trunk is enough for me so far and it hasn’t disappointed me in 4 months; I compare it, of course, with my former VAZ 2111, which I owned for quite a long period of time and in which I very often transported things that, according to all the laws of physics, should not be was to get into this car.

Yes, on the 2111 the trunk is larger and more spacious, with a volume of 430/775 liters, on the Kalina 350/650. Added:
it turns out AvtoVAZ indicates volumes in liters up to the shelves, if loaded to the ceiling, then in 2111 the maximum volume is 1215 liters.
and in viburnum it turns out 1 m³ 1000 l. Without folded backrests, the length is 2111 - 1015 mm on the viburnum 785 mm, the difference

22 cm. If the backrests are folded, then 2111 is 1605mm, and on the viburnum it is 1430mm. The difference is already smaller

17 cm. If you compare the width of the trunk where the arches are 2111

1007mm, on viburnum

950mm, due to the difference of 5 cm, you still can’t stuff an elephant into 2111. Maximum transverse size on viburnum

1500mm. The carrying capacity of the Kalina is 435 kg, the VAZ 2111 is 500 kg.

In general, what do I mean, it’s better not to stuff 1.5 tons into either 11 or Kalina, there are gazelles for that ;)) But if I carried 11 often different loads in everyday life, from dacha to dacha, from village to village, something for renovation, all sorts of furniture for the house, so I carry the same load with ease and on a viburnum, I didn’t notice any difference, I recently brought a bed with a mattress from Ikea...

The viburnum also has its advantages with regards to the luggage compartment. I really like the trunk closing handle on the viburnum, the 2111 didn’t have one, your hands got dirty, sometimes when you arrived loaded. You take packages, bags, ask your wife to close the trunk, but there’s nothing to take hold of, she’ll get all her hands dirty, or break her nail, you’ll still be to blame later... And of course, the trunk lid rises noticeably higher on the Kalina. I’m not saying that I’m big, and I’m not saying that I’m small, but I constantly hit my head on the lid, but what can I say, my wife hit her head more than once even though she’s shorter than me, but here, of course, the gas stops failed in many ways, I changed them every winter, It was always enough for a year, like winter and frost, or it didn’t hold at all or gradually fell on the head. I don’t know yet how it will be in viburnum; there have been no frosts.

By the way, there is one unpleasant moment, maybe someone can tell me how to solve it... It has happened a couple of times already that the rod that opens the trunk from the lock button has come off, it came off exactly at the moment of pressing the lock, I’ll note it in the photo, I looked and didn’t understand, it’s a breakdown , something is missing, or this is a design miscalculation... You have to climb through the interior, remove the trim and open it. What if I’m loaded?

The speed of transformation of the trunk to its maximum size. On the 2111, I remember it was a bit of an ordeal to disassemble the interior, you can’t lift the seat, the ropes for lifting the seat constantly crawled under it for some reason, the release mechanism itself was constantly jammed on the backrests. It happened that it took about 10 minutes to disassemble the trunk. And it happened that I stupidly didn’t care about this assembly and disassembly and threw everything into the back and front seats. Viburnum has apparently already thought of all this and the disassembly and assembly process is much simpler and less time-consuming. Yesterday I was transporting a stand for flowers, assembled and disassembled everything with removing the passenger headrest, in about, well, a couple of minutes, and the stand itself is about 1.7m high and at the bottom, well, about a meter, probably exactly, it didn’t fit into a regular elevator, thank God it was a cargo elevator, but then the 16th floor... the stand went in like clockwork, probably two of these would have been removed!

Exterior

The appearance of the second generation Lada Kalina remained recognizable, but received a more harmonious, attractive and modern finish. The nose of the car is decorated with a hood with characteristic ribs, and there are also stylish lighting equipment with a darkened background and a massive front bumper with an air intake “mouth” and chrome decor (top trim levels also have fog lights).

The head optics flow smoothly into the narrow strip of the radiator grille. The bumper installed in front is of a relief type with a massive air intake in the center and has fog lights along the edge, which are covered with chrome “eyelashes”. True, we must admit that an air intake of this size does not fit perfectly with the overall design of the Lada Kalina 2.

Thanks to the smoothed body corners, the aerodynamic component has been improved, which has made it possible to reduce the noise of headwinds and make travel at high speeds more comfortable. If you look at the side of the car, you can see the presence of a sloping hood, a slightly sloping roof towards the rear, large door openings and large wheel arches.

All this together allows the hatchback to have a light and moderately dynamic silhouette. The fact that there are no stampings on the side body parts is made up for by the presence of door trims, which give the appearance of the car some relief against the background of the overall smoothing of the appearance. The wheel arches turned out to be a little swollen, and thanks to the high ground clearance of the hatchback, its solidity is felt.

The rear of the Lada Kalina 2 is compact and has beautiful lights, a neat luggage compartment lid and a small bumper with a plastic cover at the bottom, which serves as a protective option. As a result, the domestic new product looks quite good and fresh, and in terms of design it matches foreign cars.

Review of Lada Kalina 2

The new Lada Kalina, which has already been given a quite logical nickname - Lada Kalina 2, is one of the most anticipated automobile innovations in the CIS markets. The advertising slogan of the company promoting the new product #8212 is “Full Minced meat”, it seems that with these words the manufacturer is hinting at the rich equipment of the expensive version - Luxury. The serial Lada Kalina 2 was shown on May 16 of this year. Like Lada Granta. the new Lada Kalina can be equipped with an automatic transmission. This year, VAZ plans to sell 70,000 new Lada Kalinas, and the share of cars with automatic transmissions, according to VAZ assumptions, will be 15-20% of the total number of Kalinas sold. In this review we will look at the Lada Kalina model of the year, which replaced the first generation Lada Kalina. The main competitors of the Lada Kalina include the new Renault Logan. Renault Sundero. Hyundai Solaris, KIA RIO. Citroen C-Elisee. Volkswagen Polo Sedan and other representatives of class #8212 “B”.

Body and appearance:

If the first generation Kalina was sold in three body types: sedan, hatchback and station wagon, then the second generation is available in body types: five-door hatchback and station wagon. Sales of B-class sedans for VAZ are provided by Lada Granta.

The new product received new colors for the body, these are: “Diplomat” #8212 blue metallic, “Venus” #8212 red metallic, “Magma” #8212 bright orange metallic. It was the orange car that appeared more often than others in photographs taken even before the presentation of the production car. Note that already in the basic equipment of the bumper, the new items are painted in the body color. The second-generation Kalina borrowed the doors from its predecessor, and the hatchback also got the old roof, but the station wagon has a new roof, and the station wagon’s roof is equipped with roof rails. Even the new car headlights have running lights installed as standard. The air intake in the front bumper is quite large, but it is quite appropriate for a modification with the new, most powerful engine designed for the model. The rear optics are located as on the previous generation - on the roof pillars, but the lamp itself fits more strongly onto the wing. The hood cover and front fenders are borrowed from the Lada Granta. You can see the difference between the Lada Kalina 2 and its predecessor from the photo. Above is a photo of the first generation. In the front of the car there is an impact energy absorption zone, because of which the cooling radiator had to be moved forward by 37mm. VAZ has already conducted its own safety tests; according to representatives of the plant, when testing the Lada Kalina using the EuroNcap method, the car should show a solid three stars. The body of Lada Kalina 2 is galvanized on 38% of the area. The wheelbase has increased by 6mm compared to the first generation, the hatchback has become longer by 43mm, and the sedan by 44mm. The rigidity of the hatchback body has increased slightly - 11,000 degrees. To produce new body panels, VAZ purchased Japanese-made molds. In general, when creating this model, imported components are widely used, we will pay attention to this in our review of the Lada Kalina. The toe angle of the wheels on the new car increased from .1 to 0.2. Lada Kalina in a hatchback body is designated as model 2192, station wagon - 2194. When looking at the Lada from the outside, it is not difficult to notice that the ground clearance is comparable to some crossovers, from the front bumper to the road surface is almost 20 cm - this makes parking near high fences much easier.

Interior and equipment:

The equipment of the new Lada Kalina is richer than that of the first Kalina. The basic package - Standard already includes one airbag, an indicator reminding the driver to buckle up, and front electric windows are also included as standard equipment.

The Kalina 2 steering wheel is made of soft plastic, and the climate control washers have a rubberized rim, but all the rest of the plastic used in the upholstery is hard. But it is worth remembering that the same Volkswagen Polo Sedan has hard plastic in the upholstery. There is a USB slot in the glove compartment in front of the front passenger. Expensive equipment - the Luxury can be “pampered” with a seven-inch diagonal touch screen, air conditioning, full power accessories and two airbags. The maximum resolution of the Kalina touch display is 320*240, the resolution is not too high, but the display itself responds to commands without delay or hesitation. The multimedia system includes the Glonas navigation system. Some disadvantage of all Lada Kalinas is that the rear window can be lowered only slightly below the middle height of the window opening and even the front windows do not completely lower into the door. Lada Kalina Lux is equipped with heated front seats and windshield, which prevents the glass from fogging even if the heating system is faulty or turned off. In the basic equipment, the rear seat folds in one piece, and in the expensive version, the rear seat can be folded separately. In the basic equipment #8212 Standard there are no headrests on the rear sofa. The luggage compartment of the new Kalina sedan has increased by 10 liters, now the trunk holds 260 liters, the trunk of a station wagon in its normal state holds 361 liters. The trunk lid of Kalina Standard can only be opened with a key; on the “norm” and “luxury” modifications, the trunk can be opened by pressing the button on the key fob, or on the button in the cabin. Regardless of the configuration and equipment, a full-size spare wheel is located in the trunk of the Lada Kalina.

Dimensions value

The Kalina family is small but friendly. Some are a little bigger, some are a little smaller, but together they can make it to the parade. The body of the Lada Kalina is made in several modern modifications: sedan, hatchback, station wagon, cross and sport. Their overall dimensions do not vary much.

The width and wheelbase are the same for all, as it should be for related models. But the length, height and ground clearance are different. Accordingly, the volumes and masses are different. The history of Lada models has seen long stagnation and a period of failure. In 2004, the release of the first Kalina from the assembly line ushered in a new era. Since then, new items appear almost every season, and the ranks of owners of the most popular car in Russia are growing from year to year.

The geometric dimensions of the body are important, but no less interesting is the volume of the trunk. All Kalina models are designed to allow the rear seats to be folded forward and increase luggage compartment space. The most voluminous trunks are for the sedan, station wagon and cross: 355/670 liters. “Hatchback” and “sport” are more modest - 240/550 hp. It’s also not bad, as many city car owners will agree with.

In the ranks of Kalina there is another model - Lada Kalina City (Oka-3), made on the VAZ-1117 platform. It appeared in 2005 and for some time was considered a replacement for the Oka small car, but this assumption is incorrect. It has almost the same dimensions, height and width as other Kalinas, only the length is 3650 mm.

There is another dimensional indicator that is rarely interested in until they get stuck in a rut. At this point, some people discover the fact that the distance between the front wheels is different from the distance between the rear. This parameter is called: front and rear wheel track. For the “sedan” and “hatchback” with “station wagon” - 1430/1414 mm, for the “sport” - 1431/1432 mm and for the “cross” - 1430/1418 mm.

The difference in millimeters may not be noticeable to the eye, but it is easy to feel when a few millimeters are not enough to get out of an icy rut on a winter road. The track size turned out to be wrong.

Comparison of trunks of different car models

If we consider a new generation car, then the Lada Kalina hatchback is characterized by a small trunk volume. The VAZ station wagon is considered a more spacious car. The trunk of the 1st model has a volume of 240 liters. This parameter is calculated to the installation location of the shelf. If necessary, this element can be dismantled with your own hands. If you fold down the rear seats in the Lada Kalina hatchback, the trunk volume reaches 550 liters. For Granta, this parameter is 520 hp.

The trunk of the new Lada Kalina station wagon is considered more spacious. Its volume is 335 liters. The trunk of the 2nd generation Kalina is larger than that of the 1st modification VAZ. With the seats folded down, it holds about 670 liters of various cargo.

Kalina station wagon trunk

As for ground clearance, Kalina has more ground clearance than most foreign cars. If you rely on official data, then for the Lada Kalina hatchback with automatic transmission it is 145 mm, and with a manual system it is 165 mm. Foreign car manufacturers indicate ground clearance with a minimum load. AvtoVAZ provides information about the maximum loaded state of the Lada. If Kalina is empty, then the clearance will be 20 cm.

The situation is similar with station wagons. The vehicle's ground clearance when loaded is 145 mm. The actual data is even slightly higher than this figure. You can change the ground clearance on any Lada if you install wheels of a certain size. AvtoVAZ allows the installation of 14 and 15 inch wheels on Kalina.

Trunk Kalina sedan

The configuration in this version is the first model whose dimensions were calculated by a computer program. The model has been produced since 2004. The sedan's dimensions are similar to the station wagon, but due to the difference in design types, the sedan's interior seems more spacious:

• length 4040 mm;
• width 1700 mm;
• height 1500 mm;
• vehicle clearance 160 mm.

The trunk of the sedan is 400 liters. This figure can be increased by folding the passenger seats. Trunk volume Kalina sedan:

• trunk width – 97 cm;
• height – 51.5 cm;
• diagonal – 97 cm.

The sedan has a fairly spacious interior and a roomy trunk, although it is not specifically designed for transporting large cargo. You cannot put large items in the trunk, but it is easy to transport luggage up to 500 kg.

Features of luggage racks

Cargo compartments for Lada Kalina vehicles have some special features. They must be taken into account by motorists who choose equipment for specific transportation conditions:

1. Increasing cargo capacity due to the folded rear passenger seats of the Lada is much easier and faster than similar cars in this class.
2. The luggage compartment lid rises 60 cm higher than on models in similar classes. This is quite convenient for frequent loading and unloading of Kalina.
3. It is possible to install an additional non-standard roof box for transporting things. Kalina's load capacity increases by 40% if you use lightweight roof racks consisting only of crossbars and the main unit.

In addition to the advantages that the equipment has, there are also problems that are noted by owners of two- to three-year-old cars:

1. At temperatures below 15 °C, frequent breakdowns of the shock absorber of the cargo compartment door are observed.
2. Car enthusiasts note problems with the lock in the hatchback configuration in the second year of operation. The lock breaks, the cylinder falls out or the spring stretches, and in some cases the locking ring gets jammed. The lock has to be changed.

Initially, this AvtoVAZ line was planned as small family cars not intended for transporting goods. Hatchbacks have the smallest trunk; when transporting even small loads, you have to wisely use every centimeter of it, saving space. If you need a car specifically as a cargo carrier, we recommend choosing the station wagon option. Its cargo space is enough for family trips to the country, picnics and wholesale stores.

Dimensions of the Lada Kalina station wagon and ground clearance: description and review

In general, all Kalina car owners admit that this model turned out to be very successful. On the one hand, it has a fairly spacious interior and an overall pleasant design, with a claim to some respectability. On the other hand, the car is still more than compact and easily fits even in a full parking lot. In addition, the power unit is quite economical, and the vehicle in question is very unpretentious in operation, which is, however, a common feature for all products of the Volzhsky Automobile Plant.

In this material we will tell you exactly what dimensions the Lada Kalina has in the station wagon modification.

Description

Externally, the car meets all the requirements of modern fashion. The smooth contours of the body give it elegance.

The designers did a very good job on the headlights. The location of the rear lamps is good - they beautifully frame the trunk door.

The ground clearance of the Kalina Sport is quite high and amounts to 185 millimeters, the station wagon has a lower landing - 160, but this allows it to easily move over rough terrain and broken roads. The car drives through even large potholes smoothly and smoothly.

The size of the trunk should be recognized as rather modest - only 350 liters, but the situation is corrected by the fact that if necessary, it will not be difficult to increase it by another 300 liters by folding the rear row of seats.

This allows you to transport bulky items. The trunk threshold is conveniently located - this makes loading and unloading as comfortable as possible.

Compared to the Kalina Priora, the station wagon, of course, has a more elegant interior design, but overall the first car is not much inferior in practicality and comfort.

Thanks to the wide doorways, it became very comfortable to sit in the cabin. The driver's seat is more ergonomic and the instrument layout is better than previous models. All buttons and control levers are located close to the steering wheel, and because of this it is not difficult to use them.

The manufacturer used high-quality plastic to make the interior panels. All elements fit well and do not make unnecessary sounds when moving.

The seats are comfortable, although their upholstery material looks, compared to foreign cars, rather poor and unpretentious. Both the driver and passengers have the opportunity to adjust the seat backs to suit themselves.

There is only one drawback - the driver's seat cannot be adjusted in height. But Kalina’s owners note that in general the review is already beyond praise.

The car is equipped with air conditioning. It is not difficult to control the air conditioning system, since the buttons are located on the instrument panel. Moreover, in the luxury configuration the car comes with a navigator.

Dimensions

In general, VAZ now produces several modifications of the Kalina:

• hatchback;
• station wagon;
• sedan;
• sport;
• cross.

Each model is slightly different in size.

In particular, the station wagon has the following body dimensions:

• its length in millimeters is 4040;
• height – 1500;
• width – 1700.

The weight of this model is 1125 kilograms.

For all modifications, the base is exactly the same and equal to 2476 millimeters.

In addition to the above, there is one more dimension that should never be forgotten, especially for those who often travel on dirt roads. We are talking about the track of the rear and front wheels. This size:

• in the first case – 1418;
• in the second – 1430.

The hatchback has the same dimensions.

Comparison of models

Everything is relative. So now let's draw some parallels. If we talk about new generation cars, then it should be said that the trunk volume of the Lada Kalina hatchback is not as large as car owners would like.

The station wagon is more spacious - here the manufacturers really did their best in terms of the capacity of the luggage compartment.

If we talk more specifically about the trunk volume of the Kalina hatchback, it is worth emphasizing that here the figure is 240 liters. But you need to understand that this parameter is calculated before the installation location of the shelf. If necessary, this element can be dismantled with your own hands.

Are you not happy with these numbers? In this case, you can simply fold down the rear seats in the Lada Kalina hatchback. Thanks to this, the volume of the luggage compartment will increase to 550 liters.

As a result, it is quite clear that a car owner who sets a goal of purchasing a car with a spacious trunk (from the Kalina line) should opt for the Kalina station wagon, because it is small in a hatchback. And if you plan to use a hatchback for frequent trips into nature or transport some things to your garden plot, then it’s better to forget about this option and take a station wagon.

It should also be noted that the trunk of the 2nd generation Kalina is larger than that of the 1st modification VAZ. With the seats folded down, it can accommodate about 670 liters of a wide variety of cargo.

Want to know more about the hatchback version? Because you can't decide between this option and the station wagon? We understand. And we will help with this.

Imagine this situation. You are going to the dacha one fine fine day. Moreover, you have more than enough luggage. Will the hatchback be able to cope with the task? We take a tape measure in our hands and start taking measurements. As a result, we obtain the following indicators:

• the width of the rear door (the narrowest place between the rear arches) was about 9 cm;
• the height of the rear door reached 82 cm;
• the depth (from the edge of the luggage compartment to the seats of the folded rear seats) is fixed at 128 cm;
• The depth to the instrument panel was 220 cm.

So, we do simple calculations and make sure that the volume of the luggage compartment is about 1 m³, which, accordingly, equals 1000 liters. By the way, the book says that this figure is 550, but this only counts up to the height of the shelf, and we were going to load it up to the ceiling.

Information received. Draw your own conclusions, dear car owners.

Dimensions of the Lada Kalina station wagon: photos, dimensions

Car: Lada Kalina. Asked by: Viktor Smirnov. The essence of the question: What are the dimensions of the Lada Kalina station wagon?

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Exact body dimensions of the Lada Kalina station wagon version

For greater clarity, we suggest you familiarize yourself with the dimensions of the Lada Kalina station wagon by comparing 2 tables.

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Lada Kalina I generation

Lada Kalina station wagon, first generation “Standard” equipment

Lada Kalina II generation

Body dimensions of the Lada Kalina station wagon of the second generation

Drawing a conclusion from the above results, we can come to the conclusion that the dimensions of the two generations of the Lada Kalina station wagon are generally identical.

Body dimensions of Lada Kalina - Dimensions tables

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Depending on the modification and year of manufacture, the length of the VAZ Kalina body can reach 4084 (mm), width - 1700 (mm), height - 1504 (mm).

VAZ Kalina (Lada Kalina) is a family of small class cars in sedan, hatchback and station wagon bodies, assembled in Russia from 2004 to 2022. The model was produced in two generations, for each of which 10 modifications were developed.

Range of body sizes for VAZ Kalina:

• Length: from 3839 (mm) to 4084 (mm);
• Width: from 1670 (mm) to 1700 (mm);
• Height: from 1500 (mm) to 1504 (mm);
• Wheelbase: from 2470 (mm) to 2476 (mm);
• Ground clearance: from 160 (mm) to 185 (mm).

Standard ground clearance (clearance) is measured with a tape measure using an inspection frame - from the edge of the front axle, crankcase and rear axle to the supporting surface.

Important: the clearance of VAZ Kalina bodies ranges from 160 to 185 (mm), which is the best option for passenger cars.

The Group II small class car LADA Kalina is also known under the following indices:

• VAZ-1117.
• VAZ-1118.
• VAZ-1119.
• VAZ-2192.
• VAZ-2194.

Years of production Years of production of all modifications of the model: 2004-2017.

Lada Kalina - detailed dimensions

Lada Kalina bodies - detailed dimensions

General parameters of Lada Kalina bodies General view General view of bodies Length min (mm) Minimum overall length of the car for different modifications of Lada KalinaMeasured in millimeters (mm) Length max (mm) Minimum overall length of the car for different modifications of Lada KalinaMeasured in millimeters (mm) Modifications Quantity model modifications in our database

Lada Kalina body parameters Parameter Value Parameter value either in (mm) or in other units I 1.4 MT (2007 - 2013) I 1.6 MT (2007 - 2013) I 1.6 MT (2009 - 2013) I 1.4 MT (2007 - 2013) I 1.6 MT (2004 - 2013) I 1.6 MT (2004 - 2007) I 1.6 MT (2009 - 2013) I 1.4 MT (2004 - 2013) I 1.6 MT (2004 - 2013) I 1.6 MT (2009 - 2013) I Sport 1.4 MT (2008 - 2013) I Sport 1.6 MT (2008 - 2013) II 1.6 AT (2014 - present) II 1.6 AT (2013 - present) II 1.6 MT (2013 - present) II 1.6 MT (2013 - present) II 1.6 MT (2013 - 2014) II Sport 1.6 MT (2014 - present) II 1.6 AT (2014 - present) II 1.6 AT (2013 - present) .) II 1.6 MT (2013 - present) II 1.6 MT (2013 - present) II 1.6 MT (2013 - 2014) II Cross 1.6 MT (2014 - present)