Perhaps one of the main parameters of a car for a Russian buyer, especially those living outside the Moscow Circle, was and remains the vehicle’s ground clearance. Even city sedans, adapted by the manufacturer for Russian roads, can often demonstrate a ground clearance of 170-180 mm.
Among budget cars, the leader in the “ground clearance” category has long remained the Renault Logan and its co-platforms – Sandero, Sandero Stepway. XRay, which shared the pipeline and some of the technical solutions with them, was also positioned from the very beginning of development as having decent ground clearance.
Similarities between Lada X Rey and Sandero.
The clearance of the Lada XRAY impressed the Russian consumer, as the manufacturer warned, the wheelbase is as close as possible to the Sandero Stepway, as are the width and height, but the length is several centimeters longer.
There is nothing to be surprised here, because both cars were created on the same platform, they will also roll off the same assembly line. AvtoVAZ explained that it was decided to take the subframe, power structure of the body and suspension from Sandero. The external design elements are original, and to increase the rigidity of the structure, it was decided to install amplifiers.
Wheelbase and its capabilities.
The wheelbase largely determines the amount of space inside the cabin. Its size is 2592 millimeters. The overhangs were made short both front and rear, so at first glance we can say that the car has excellent cross-country ability. In terms of wheelbase dimensions, the Lada X Rey took an honorable second place, with the ASX in first place.
The ground clearance of the Lada X Ray is 195 millimeters, which means that even front-wheel drive models will not have problems with cross-country ability.
The all-wheel drive model will be larger in size than the front-wheel drive model. The clearance of the Lada X-RAY will not exceed 170 millimeters if it is a modification created for the city. For SUVs, this figure will increase by an average of 10-15 millimeters.
Below is about a regular hatchback
A tall hatchback in SUV style, as the Lada Xray is called in the company, is built on the basis of components of the B0 platform
.
The chassis combines “high ground clearance, good handling and energy efficiency.” Front suspension - independent, MacPherson
, on a subframe;
the rear is an elastic beam
with a track increased by 37 mm. The spring and damper settings have been re-created. By the way, XRay is equipped with original S-shaped rear springs “Mubea” with a bent support coil and gas-filled shock absorbers “Tenecco”.
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Initially, X-Ray will only be front-wheel drive, but an all-wheel drive version may appear in 2022.
Full mass
Lada Xray 2022 is 1,650 kg, empty - up to 1,200 kg (empty weight - the weight of the vehicle excluding cargo and passengers, but taking into account the driver’s weight of 75 kg, fuel weight corresponding to 90% of the fuel tank capacity specified by the manufacturer, and coolant, lubricant, tools and spare tire if available).
Front disc
brakes, rear -
drum
.
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Impact on acceleration and gas mileage
The wheel diameter on the Lada XRAY directly affects the two most important indicators for men: acceleration and fuel consumption. For each increase in wheel diameter, approximately 2% is lost in acceleration, if we take 15 inches as a basis. Young people should definitely remember this pattern, because it is novice motorists who like to press the pedal to the floor.
Russians are familiar with the race for every liter of gasoline. In this regard, AvtoVAZ takes care of the safety of the family budget. 15-inch wheels are the most economical option. If you track the increase in fuel consumption for every inch, you get a disappointing figure of 3%. Here it’s worth thinking seriously about switching to 17th - fuel consumption is 6% higher.
Dimensions
Overall length
Lada Xray is 4,165 mm, width (along the rear wheel arches) is 1,764 mm, height when empty* and without roof rails is 1,570 mm. Wheelbase length – 2,592 mm.
For comparison: Renault Sandero Stepway has the following characteristics: 4,080 x 1,757 x 1,618 mm; 2,589 mm.
Ground clearance
for “co-platform” cars the same – 195 mm.
Weight distribution on the front and rear axles is 51 and 49%
Front track of Lada Xray – 1,592 mm for 15″ wheels; 1,484 mm for 16″ wheels. The rear track size is 1,532 and 1,524 mm, respectively.
Front overhang – 830 mm, rear – 743 mm. The approach/departure angle when unladen is –21/34 degrees.
Luggage compartment volume
in the passenger version - 361 liters; with rear seats folded - 1,207 liters; with the rear and front passenger seats folded - 1,514 liters.
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Engines
three power units for the 2022 Lada Xray
:
HR16 engine with a volume of 1.6 liters and a power of 110 hp. With. (development of the Alliance) and a five-speed manual transmission (development of the Alliance) - discontinued from June 2016
;
Engine 21129 with a volume of 1.6 liters and a power of 106 hp. With. (developed by Lada) and manual transmission (developed by Alliance);
Engine 21179 with a volume of 1.8 liters and a power of 122 hp. With. (developed by Lada) and a robotic gearbox (developed by Lada). In the fall of 2016, a manual transmission became available with this engine (see test drive)
The least powerful version of XRay accelerates from zero to one hundred kilometers
per hour in 11.9 seconds (manual), a modification with a 114-horsepower engine – in 10.3 seconds (manual), and the top version with a 1.8-liter engine in combination with a “robot” – in 10.9 seconds.
The base engine for the X-ray will be a VAZ 16-valve unit with a volume of 1.6 liters
.
The engine power will be 106 hp
, and it will be coupled with a French manual gearbox JR5, assembled at AVTOVAZ.
It was decided to abandon the VAZ “mechanics” because of its noise. Maximum speed is 170 km/h. Consumption 7.5 liters. Price 589 thousand rubles
.
The second engine for the 2022 LADA XRAY is “a combination of Nissan’s H4 engine, also localized at VAZ, and the same JR5 “mechanics.” Obviously, we are talking about a 1.6-liter gasoline unit with a capacity of 110 hp
.
It is also installed on the Nissan Senta, although it does not produce 114 hp. 4 “horses” were lost due to “adaptation”. Mixed consumption will be 6.9 liters. Price from 639 thousand rubles
. - discontinued
The third engine for the LADA XRAY is a 1.8 liter VAZ unit producing 122 hp.
and working in tandem with a VAZ
automated manual transmission
(AMT).
With this engine, X-Ray will accelerate to “hundreds” in 10.9 seconds, and its top speed will be 183 km/h. Fuel consumption - 7.1 liters. Price from 669 thousand rubles
.
Suspension
VAZ’s new product was borrowed from the Renault Sandero (the new Lada is being built on the basis of the hatch), while it has different springs and shock absorbers, as a result of which the XRAY “completely lost the legendary “Loganov” rolliness.”
An important point on the Lada Xray is the non-disabled traction control system
TCS (or traction control as many call it). This system prevents wheel slipping and loss of traction, but sometimes it still interferes, for example, you can simply get stuck in the snow, since the wheels will slip and the system will block them. This drawback was clearly demonstrated in the Autoreview comparative test (at 8:15 minutes):
To be fair, it should be noted that the factory knows the problem and promises to install a button to disable the traction control system in the summer of 2016. Updated
: which was done in October 2016:
Specifications
| Characteristic | 1.6 MT | 1.8 MT | 1.8 AMT | 1.6 MT |
| Engine's type: | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine capacity: | 1596 | 1774 | 1774 | 1596 |
| Power: | 106 hp | 122 hp | 122 hp | 110 hp |
| Acceleration to 100 km/h: | 11.9 s | 10.3 s | 10.9 s | 11.1 s |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h | 179 km/h | 183 km/h | 181 km/h |
| Consumption in the urban cycle: | 9.3/100km | 9.3/100km | 8.6/100km | /100km |
| Extra-urban consumption: | 5.9/100km | 5.8/100km | 5.8/100km | /100km |
| Combined cycle consumption: | 7.2/100km | 7.4/100km | 6.8/100km | 7.5/100km |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l | 50 l | 50 l | 50 l |
| Length: | 4164 mm | 4164 mm | 4164 mm | 4164 mm |
| Width: | 1764 mm | 1764 mm | 1764 mm | 1764 mm |
| Height: | 1570 mm | 1570 mm | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2592 mm | 2592 mm | 2592 mm | 2592 mm |
| Clearance: | 195 mm | 195 mm | 195 mm | 195 mm |
| Weight: | kg | kg | kg | kg |
| Trunk volume: | l | l | l | l |
| Transmission: | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | Robotic | 5-speed manual |
| Drive unit: | Front | Front | Front | Front |
| Front suspension: | ||||
| Rear suspension: | ||||
| Front brakes: | Disk | Disk | Disk | Disk |
| Rear brakes: | Drums | Drums | Drums | Drums |
| Production: | Tolyatti |
Lada Xray Cross
LADA XRAY will be offered only with front-wheel drive
, in 2022, the all-wheel drive XRAY Cross 4x4, with similar technical characteristics, was supposed to go on sale, but subsequently AvtoVAZ decided to abandon the all-wheel drive modification.
As a result, the Lada Xray Cross will only be front-wheel drive
and the only difference from the regular Xray hatchback will be
roof rails
Base price
Lada Xray: from 589 thousand rubles, configurations and prices:
Guarantee
3 years
According to preliminary information, the basic modification of the Lada XRAY model will include two airbags, a stabilization system, an audio system with a Bluetooth transmitter, LED running lights, front electric windows, the ERA-GLONASS system and central locking with remote control. Cars with Renault-Nissan engines will be equipped with air conditioning and heated front seats.
Below is outdated information!
If we talk about the technical characteristics of the Lada Xray, Bo Andresson, president of AvtoVAZ, said that four versions of the Lada Xray are planned for release. It is reported that all of them will have excellent qualities and technical characteristics inherent in SUVs. For example, such as high cross-country ability. Andresson emphasized that this is “at the DNA level.”
Test drive Lada Xray - video
Advantages and disadvantages of Lada Xray
Test drives and reviews from Lada Xray owners allow us to note the following advantages of the model:
Let us highlight the main advantages of the model:
- new memorable design;
- excellent handling;
- unpretentiousness to the quality of gasoline;
- rich equipment already included in the basic configuration;
- inexpensive but high-quality interior finishing;
- modern multimedia complex.
The disadvantages include:
- modest dimensions for a “crossover”;
- lack of all-wheel drive;
- short seat saddles;
- a little cramped in the rear;
- lack of an automatic window opening function at the driver's door (even in the top version);
- narrow cup holders.
Engines
There is no information yet about the technical characteristics of the Lada X Ray, but there is information that the engine range will consist of a 1.6-liter gasoline engine with 114 horsepower, as well as a 5-speed manual transmission. There may be other options in the future.
Initially, it was planned to begin production of cars at the end of 2015 - beginning of 2016, however, according to new data, the Lada Xray model will begin mass production in October next year. Production will be established at the enterprise's facilities in Tolyatti and Kazakhstan.
Design
The new Lada X-Ray Cross 2022 looks extreme and energetic in the photo. Options and prices suggest that manufacturers have thought about the comfort of car owners. Stylish appearance makes the car stand out from the crowd. The main distinguishing features of the exterior were:
- Protective covers made of unpainted plastic;
- Silver muzzle bridge with X-shaped design;
- Extended wheel arches;
- 17-inch designer wheels;
- Chrome moldings.
The interior is designed in black and orange colors, which immediately increases the perception of the interior’s aesthetics. In the center there is a multifunctional media system, and the tunnel houses a unique puck for selecting a mode. The instrument panel remains analog with the usual roundels for the speedometer and tachometer. The manufacturer assures that he managed to work out the correct shape of the seats, which means that lateral support has increased and a new filler has appeared.
Technical characteristics of Lada Xray Cross 4x4 2022
But about the technical characteristics of the Lada Xray Cross 4x4, there is no information at all yet except for the words of Bo Andersson that the Cross version will be no worse in cross-country ability than its brother Renault Duster and will be produced in 2016.
Ground clearance has never been a problem even for the regular Xray. In the Cross version it has grown to an impressive 215 mm. The figure is decent for many all-wheel drive vehicles and is comparable to those of models such as the related Renault Duster or Kaptur. The increase in ground clearance was the result not only of changes in the suspension, but also of a different wheel size. Add to this the unpainted plastic around the perimeter, and it becomes a good choice for driving off asphalt.
Optimal wheel size for Lada XRAY
This time, AvtoVAZ, releasing another hatchback, thoroughly worked out the option with the optimal wheel size. The 15-inch model is without a doubt the place to be. Such improved indicators as stability when cornering, fuel efficiency, and a small turning radius fit optimally into the concept of a city car.
Although with 16 inch wheels the Lada XRAY takes on an aesthetic appearance. The path opens to off-road terrain, which very often awaits around the next corner. Car owners ultimately have to make their final choice on their own. Weighing all the advantages with the negative factors, you will get the ideal option for the required driving style. As a result, each motorist has his own values when choosing the desired wheel diameter.
Lada Ride Select
Of course, the “off-road” version of Xray, like Vesta, does not have all-wheel drive. And it is unlikely to happen. But this modification still has some alternative. This allows you to select one of five driving modes. It is also possible to disable the traction control system. There is also a sport mode, which sharpens the response to pressing the accelerator, and a “snow/mud and sand” mode, which not only changes the accelerator settings, but also allows a greater degree of slipping. We were able to fully test the latter mode in the Karakum sands. Of course, it will not replace all-wheel drive, but it will allow the car to move several tens of meters further than a regular XRAY.
Chassis
In addition to many updates in the cabin and the appearance of the Lada Ride Select system, Xray Cross also underwent modernization of the chassis. The front suspension arms are similar. It also comes with electric power steering. And, of course, disc brakes on all wheels. All this inevitably affected driving performance. The XRAY Cross rides on a winding road much nicer and clearer than the regular XRAY. Reactions to the steering wheel have become more accurate, and early drift of the front axle when overspeeding has disappeared. And an endless number of vibrations and shocks on uneven roads are no longer transmitted to the steering wheel.
The second minus is the cramped interior
Ixray also inherited a cramped rear row of seats from the co-platform Renault Stepway. There is not enough air for its inhabitants. Once a person of above average height is behind the wheel, he will no longer be able to sit comfortably. And the trunk, which holds 304 liters (according to ZR measurements), cannot be called gigantic by modern standards.
In a word, if the price does not scare you, and there is no urgent need for a super-spacious trunk, then the Lada XRAY Cross is a completely worthy choice even against the backdrop of numerous competitors.
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Dimensions of Lada X Rey
no longer a secret. The manufacturer himself announced the official dimensions of the Lada XRay. As expected, the X-Ray turned out to be close in width, height, and wheelbase to the Renault Sandero Stepway, but the length of the domestic crossover is slightly longer. Actually, all this is not surprising, because the cars have a common platform and will be assembled on the same assembly line. Representatives of AvtoVAZ claim that they copied only the lower part of the Sandero, the power structure of the body, the subframe, and the suspension. But all the external body panels of the Lada XRay are our own; for greater rigidity, we even had to install original amplifiers.
XRay body length is 4164 mm
, width 1754 (according to mirrors 1983 mm), height 1570 mm.
The wheelbase, which determines the spaciousness in the cabin, is 2592 mm. Short overhangs equal to 830 mm at the front and 742 mm at the rear suggest good geometric cross-country ability of the crossover. And if you consider that the ground clearance of the Lada X Rey is 195 mm
, then we can claim good cross-country ability even in the front-wheel drive version.
Trunk Lada XRay
no one has seen it yet, but there is already data on the volume of the luggage compartment. According to official data, the crossover trunk holds 376 liters, and if the rear seats are folded, this figure increases to 1382 liters. You may say very modest figures, but the car is not big either. Below are more detailed mass-dimensional characteristics of the X Ray.
How to choose the right R17 wheels for Lada X-Ray
For those car enthusiasts who want to truly stand out on the road while driving their car, the manufacturer allows the installation of 17-radius X-Ray wheels without voiding the warranty. However, for such products the AvtoVAZ concern imposes a number of technological restrictions, namely:
- Such wheels must be sufficiently stable, that is, have a dimension of at least 8.0J; parameters of 8.5J and 9.0J are also allowed, which is ideal for tires 245-255 mm wide.
- With such powerful disks, it is necessary to carefully monitor the overhang, even to the point of making it zero or negative. The maximum ET value here cannot exceed 20-30 mm, otherwise the wheel will touch the wheel arch or wheel arch liners while driving. At the same time, the wheels should not protrude too much beyond the transverse dimensions of the car, since, with the exception of the above-mentioned possibility of rapid contamination of the body, there is a danger of damage to the wheel when parallel parking at the curb.
- The driver should also prepare for the fact that the tire profile is unlikely to exceed 40-45 mm, which will provoke a very hard ride and, accordingly, frequent repairs of shock absorbers. This is due to the fact that the thickness of the air in the cylinder will be minimal, and its own buffer simply will not form.
- The cost of such disks, as a rule, is very high, and in the cast version it starts from 8 thousand rubles, and in the case of “forging” - from 12 thousand rubles. for each wheel, which in terms of the set will amount to a very considerable amount.
- One of the advantages of these wheels is that the design of the spokes and the colors of the visible parts of the wheels can turn the Lada X-Ray into a real sports car and significantly distinguish it even among internationally recognized competitors.
- The main brands that produce similar wheels with a 4x100 bolt pattern are already focused specifically on compact-sized European cars, so you won’t be able to find cheap Russian analogues here. Among the most popular companies, experts advise considering brands such as Volk Racing, Rays, Vossen, BBS and many others.
Car rim store
If a car enthusiast wants to install rims on his car that match the color of the body of his car, in the basic version from the manufacturer he can most often find only a black or white shade. However, you should not overpay and make exclusive products to order, since you just need to choose a product that is suitable for aesthetic reasons in the usual “Silver” color, then contact a car tuning workshop and order painting in the color of your choice.
The engineers of the AvtoVAZ concern spent quite a long time developing and thinking through every element of their flagship Lada X-Ray, and this means that the wheels that they took as a basis in the R16 dimension perfectly correspond to numerous competitors in their class, such as the Opel Astra or Toyota Corolla. These parameters of the disks, in combination with the tires installed for them, ideally correspond to both dynamic characteristics and driving conditions on bad roads or in winter.
*Prices are current as of December 2022.
Ground clearance of Lada X Rey - cross-country ability of 185 millimeters
Lada X Ray took second place in terms of wheelbase size
As soon as the manufacturer stopped keeping the dimensions of the Lada X Rey secret, car enthusiasts had a great opportunity to evaluate the new car in many ways.
Similarities between Lada X Rey and Sandero.
The clearance of the Lada XRAY impressed the Russian consumer, as the manufacturer warned, the wheelbase is as close as possible to the Sandero Stepway, as are the width and height, but the length is several centimeters longer.
There is nothing to be surprised here, because both cars were created on the same platform, they will also roll off the same assembly line. AvtoVAZ explained that it was decided to take the subframe, power structure of the body and suspension from Sandero. The external design elements are original, and to increase the rigidity of the structure, it was decided to install amplifiers.
Wheelbase and its capabilities.
The wheelbase largely determines the amount of space inside the cabin. Its size is 2592 millimeters. The overhangs were made short both front and rear, so at first glance we can say that the car has excellent cross-country ability. In terms of wheelbase dimensions, the Lada X Rey took an honorable second place, with the ASX in first place.
The ground clearance of the Lada X Ray is 195 millimeters, which means that even front-wheel drive models will not have problems with cross-country ability.
The all-wheel drive model will be larger in size than the front-wheel drive model. The clearance of the Lada X-RAY will not exceed 170 millimeters if it is a modification created for the city. For SUVs, this figure will increase by an average of 10-15 millimeters.
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What is the advantage of 16-17 inch wheels?
After the announcement, Lada XRAY lost its client. Considering only the presence of a bench model, many, without testing the car on the road, immediately rejected it. The disproportionate exterior was to blame. Although now the opinion is gradually changing, the first impression has already been formed.
Large arches are the main complaint against the developers. Having off-road potential, it would be foolish to bypass this driving option. The size of the wheels should at least provide the opportunity to sometimes leave the track to feel the full control of the hatchback. With 15 inches, such a chance is lost forever.
The situation is smoothed out a little by 16-inch wheels. They reduce the negative impression of the exterior. Also, given the roads in Russia, increased cross-country ability is by no means a whim. The situation is especially aggravated with the onset of winter, when there are huge snowdrifts everywhere and the roads are constantly accumulating pieces of ice. Even while in the city, every motorist has to experience the full extent of off-road conditions.
Hence, the wheel parameters of 16 and 17 inches look much more appropriate. You will definitely have to overpay for their purchase, but repairing the underbody of a car from damage is also not a cheap task.
Dimensions of Lada X Ray, ground clearance of Lada XRay (clearance), trunk volume
The overall dimensions of the Lada X Rey are no longer a secret. The manufacturer himself announced the official dimensions of the Lada XRay. As expected, the X-Ray turned out to be close in width, height, and wheelbase to the Renault Sandero Stepway, but the length of the domestic crossover is slightly longer. Actually, all this is not surprising, because the cars have a common platform and will be assembled on the same assembly line. Representatives of AvtoVAZ claim that they copied only the lower part of the Sandero, the power structure of the body, the subframe, and the suspension. But all the external body panels of the Lada XRay are our own; for greater rigidity, we even had to install original amplifiers.
The length of the XRay body is 4164 mm, width 1754 (according to the mirrors 1983 mm), height 1570 mm. The wheelbase, which determines the spaciousness in the cabin, is 2592 mm. Short overhangs equal to 830 mm at the front and 742 mm at the rear suggest good geometric cross-country ability of the crossover. And if you consider that the ground clearance of the Lada X Rey is 195 mm, then we can claim good cross-country ability even in the front-wheel drive version.
Nobody has seen the trunk of the Lada XRay yet, but data on the volume of the luggage compartment is already available. According to official data, the crossover trunk holds 376 liters, and if the rear seats are folded, this figure increases to 1382 liters. You may say very modest figures, but the car is not big either. Below are more detailed mass-dimensional characteristics of the X Ray.
Dimensions Lada XRay
- Length – 4164 mm
- Width – 1764 mm
- Height – 1570 mm
- Front overhang – 830 mm
- Rear overhang – 742 mm
- Base, distance between front and rear axle – 2592 mm
- Front and rear wheel track – 1482/1513 mm, respectively
- Trunk volume – 376 liters
- Trunk volume with rear seats folded – 1382 liters
- Curb weight – 1130 kg
- Gross weight – 1575 kg
- Fuel tank volume – 50 liters
- Ground clearance (clearance) Lada X Ray - 195 mm
Actually, if this crossover ever gets all-wheel drive, and the manufacturer promises that it will be the XRay Cross version, then the dimensions of the car will be different. The all-wheel drive modification X Rey 4x4 will be larger in size and will have increased ground clearance. I dare to suggest that this time the platform will not be Sandero Stepway, but Renault Duster.
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Lada X-Ray: ground clearance and ground clearance
Perhaps one of the main parameters of a car for a Russian buyer, especially those living outside the Moscow Circle, was and remains the car’s ground clearance. Even city sedans, adapted by the manufacturer for Russian roads, can often demonstrate a ground clearance of 170-180 mm.
Among budget cars, the leader in the “ground clearance” category has long remained the Renault Logan and its co-platforms – Sandero, Sandero Stepway. XRay, which shared the pipeline and some of the technical solutions with them, was also positioned from the very beginning of development as having decent ground clearance.
What is the ground clearance of the Tolyatti crossover?
“Rey” received a suspension typical for budget crossovers: MacPherson strut on the front axle, and an elastic beam at the rear. This suspension is not only simple, but also allows the manufacturer to easily change the vehicle's ground clearance by releasing a “package for bad roads” in the form of extended springs and shock absorbers.
The recipe for creating a high and affordable single-wheel drive car has already been tested on the Sandero Stepway, and was repeated on the Lada using the same B0 platform: the clearance of the X-Ray was the same 195 mm as for a crossover without rear-wheel drive. enough - it can move off the asphalt successfully, and greater ground clearance is only needed to conquer serious off-road conditions.
However, remembering the successful creation of the all-wheel drive Duster on this platform, one might wonder if Lada is planning something similar? Indeed, the all-wheel drive XRay, based on the Duster units, was announced several times - either as the Lada X-Ray Cross or as the Lada XRayX. Alas, the release dates for new items are constantly being pushed back.
Considering the unification of many components of the XRay family with Renault cars, we should expect that the ground clearance of the X-Ray Cross will be similar or close to this figure for the Duster, that is, 205-210 mm.
Car compared to competitors
How can a car with the Lada nameplate compare to similarly priced models from other brands? With its closest relatives bearing a diamond on the hood, it’s already clear - Logan and Sandero are 10 mm lower, Duster is the same amount higher, and Stepway is a twin brother. What is the ground clearance of cars of other brands?
If we take cars of a similar class, the market can offer the following options:
- Nissan Terrano - in its current incarnation this is the same Duster with its 210 mm.
- Lifan X60 is only 179 mm, and to this we must add the widespread prejudice about Chinese “quality”.
- The Lifan X50 with its 200 mm figure as a crossover is noticeably better than the X60, but the lack of even engine and gearbox protection in the basic configuration seriously limits the capabilities of the car out of the box.
- Although the Lada Kalina Cross is not a direct competitor to the XRay, 200 mm to the crankcase protection and a lower price can still sway the buyer in its favor.
- The Suzuki Vitara is not only more expensive, but also 10mm lower than the XRay.
- Suzuki SX4 is lower than “Ray”, in any variant: if the all-wheel drive car has a difference of only 5 mm, then the front-wheel drive car loses all 20 mm to the XRay.
- The Geely MK Cross pretends to be an “SUV”, but the figure of 157 mm for a crossover looks almost indecent.
It’s worth remembering ordinary city sedans and hatchbacks, although they will clearly lose to the Tolyatti crossover:
- The market bestseller - KiaRio - offers the owner a distance from the bottom point to the ground of only 160 mm, and this figure is measured without load. It is no wonder that in the outback the Rio is noticeably inferior to the Logan; the Lada X-Ray is also almost an SUV in comparison.
- Hyundai Solaris has similar cross-country ability parameters. It is obvious that the Korean couple cannot oppose anything to the Togliatti novelty when leaving the asphalt; “Rey” significantly wins.
Not just a single number
The cross-country ability of a car consists of many parameters, and it cannot be described only by numbers of body geometry. How does the new product from Tolyatti really behave outside of city roads?
When adapting the B0 platform to the new model, engineers changed the steering settings. As a result, it became noticeably sharper than on the Stepway, but you have to pay for this with a clear transmission of all irregularities to the steering wheel. Obviously, to match the fairly powerful engine, the engineers relied more on active city driving.
However, short overhangs allow you to overcome obstacles that most city cars cannot handle, and powerful steel protection adds confidence to the owner.
Unfortunately, the inability to turn off the stabilization system on muddy ground backfires on the X-Ray: the slightest slipping of the wheels leads to forced “strangulation” of the engine, the driver has to push hard, dosing the gas extremely accurately.
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Lada X Ray ground clearance
The new Lada X Rey, the pride of the Russian automobile industry, intrigued with its appearance and possible characteristics even at the prototype stage. The model did not disappoint expectations. A stylish, dynamic and at the same time powerful model in the “X” style immediately catches the eye among its peers. In addition to innovative design solutions for domestic cars, the model can also boast a qualitatively new approach to the map of technical characteristics, available even for the basic configuration of the Lada X Rey: the car's ground clearance, among other things, meets expectations.
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What does X-Ray have to offer?
Comfort comes first in the Lada XRay. Everything that the eye stops at speaks about this: high-quality upholstery, an advanced multimedia system, a climate control system with a unique cooled glove box, a well-organized interior space with many niches for storing necessary small items, cup holders and an organizer in the wheel well and under trunk floor, rain and light sensors, etc. Much attention was paid to active/passive safety.
The car is offered with two engine options: 106 and 122 hp. pp., in the second case, automatic transmission is also possible. The Lada X Ray model is not declared as an SUV, which is indicated only by front-wheel drive and not all-wheel drive. However, the obtained characteristics still indicate the increased cross-country ability of the new product. At the same time, the designers did not forget about comfort inside the car; there is enough space in the cabin.
Main characteristics of Lada X Rey:
- body type - crossover;
- length/width/height - 4.165/1.764/1.570 m;
- tire radius is 15 inches;
- approach angle - 21 degrees, departure angle - 34 degrees;
- wheelbase (distance between front and rear wheels) - 2.592 m; This characteristic is responsible for making the interior space comfortable for the driver and passengers.
There are often cases that the stated technical characteristics do not correspond to reality for some reason. The most banal thing: precious millimeters are hidden by car body kits and protection. There were no such problems with X Ray. The car gives the declared ground clearance of 195 mm already when loaded. The empty hatchback rises above the ground by as much as 205 mm.
Everything speaks about a good application for high cross-country ability of the Lada XRay. However, you shouldn’t expect an extreme trip and conquest of uncharted territories from X Ray. Although he is very agile, he is still more of a city dweller. The car can be classified as an SUV (sports-utility vehicle) or, more simply, a jeep: station wagon body type, spacious interior, increased ground clearance. It has everything a dynamic car needs for active travel.
The peculiarity of the Lada XRay is its combination of excellent interior comfort, dynamics and speed in the concrete jungle or, at most, on light off-road conditions on an undeveloped country road.
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The crossover is already in its basic version
Referring to the complex landscape of Russian roads and the breadth of applications, AvtoVAZ engineers proposed creating a car that offers increased ground clearance even from the base model. This is where the life story of the crossover began. The clearance of the Lada XRay was no less than 195 mm. The declared characteristics no longer apply to a standard city car, but to a comfortable, solid and dynamic all-terrain vehicle.
Let's compare the ground clearance of our brothers in the shop.
As you can see, the declared 195 mm for the Lada XRay is the maximum figure, if you do not take into account all-wheel drive 4X4 off-road models. If desired, you can try to increase the ride height by replacing tires and wheels, for example, by switching to a size of 16 inches. However, the increase in performance will be illusory, and this will not add fundamentally new possibilities to the space of the SUV.
In the event of the release of the much-anticipated modification of the Lada XRay Cross, it can be assumed that the ground clearance of the model, like other dimensions, will receive increased characteristics. And if in the case of X Ray the Sandero Stepway was taken as the base, then with the Cross modification it will most likely be a Renault Duster.
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Options and prices
The AvtoVAZ line was updated due to the appearance of the modified Lada X-Ray Cross 2022. The new model was presented at the Moscow Motor Show. The photo shows a stylish hatchback body, and the price makes you pleasantly surprised. The raised body received many decorative elements, including high-quality plastic. At the same time, the manufacturer has improved the interior configuration in relation to the standard version. In addition to visual differences, the functionality has expanded, for example, a drive mode selection puck has appeared.
For all assemblies of the updated version, a single engine is presented - a 1.8-liter gasoline engine with 122 horsepower and 170 Nm of torque. Regardless of the model's features, only a 5-speed automatic transmission is available.
Classic
The minimum Classic package will cost the owner 754,900 rubles. Basic equipment includes:
- 17-inch alloy wheels;
- Audio preparation;
- Ability to adjust the reach and height of the steering column;
- Mounts for child seats;
- Powerful crankcase protection;
- Exterior mirrors with turn signal backups;
- Not dark tint;
- Basic security systems;
- Seat belt height adjustment;
- Fabric interior;
- LED running lights;
- Black dashboard.
Classic Optima
The next version of the Classic Optima is distinguished by expanded comfort functions. The assembly cost will be 791,900. The increase in price is explained by the appearance of:
- 4-speaker audio system with support for many functions;
- Air conditioning;
- Multifunction steering wheel;
- Cooled glove box.
Comfort
A significant expansion in options was given to the middle Comfort package. Starting with it, the main pride of the car appears - Ride Select. In other words, using a modern selector, you can select a driving mode depending on specific conditions. This not only ensures optimal road grip, but also regulates fuel consumption. One of the advantages of such a modification can be considered an increase in driving properties. The rest of the package was equipped with:
- 12-volt outlets on the center console, for the second row and in the luggage compartment;
- Double floor in the trunk;
- Parking sensors on the rear bumper;
- Fog lights;
- Driver's seat height adjustment;
- Central armrest with box;
- Electronic differential lock.
Luxe
Opens the flagship Luxe configurations, costing from 884,900 rubles. The power unit remains the same, just like the transmission, but systems appear to make driving easier, the interior trim material changes, and numerous heating systems appear. The main additions to the previous build include:
- Wiper and lighting sensors;
- High-quality fog lights with cornering lights;
- Climate control;
- Leather steering wheel and gear selector;
- Combination seats available in orange/black color choice;
- Cruise control with the ability to limit speed;
- Heated second row, windshield;
- Black or orange dashboard.
Luxe Prestige
The maximum Luxe Prestige package is complemented by pleasant interior lighting, a rear view camera and enhanced tinting of the rear window. But the main feature is the appearance of a multimedia system with navigation capabilities. A 7-inch display with touch control is responsible for displaying information. As additional functionality, it is possible to connect via Bluetooth and RDS, AUX, UBD devices. Sound is output to 6 speakers.
Lada XRay Cross 2022 in a new body has received expanded configurations and prices, so you can choose the closest option. The photo shows the bright colors of the body, reviews confirm the durability of the paintwork. The stylish image and low cost suggest that young people are still considered the main consumers of AvtoVAZ’s brainchild.
What is the real ground clearance of the Lada X-Ray: indicators
Considering that not all regions of Russia have ideal roads, many potential buyers, when choosing a new car, pay special attention to ground clearance. At the same time, they are interested in real numbers. The thing is that often the parameters specified by the manufacturer turn out to be overestimated in practice. Of course, not everyone does this, and not always. However, the presence of this kind of precedents made many people rather skeptical about the data provided by the manufacturer. Here people trust the reviews of those who have already purchased the car they are interested in more.
Real ground clearance of the Lada X-Ray
Not long ago, the Volzhsky Automobile Plant began producing the XRay hatchback, which looks very much like a crossover. The very impressive ground clearance also contributed to this deceptive impression. According to the manufacturer, the ground clearance of the X Ray (Ray) is 195 millimeters. We will also present other figures that are important in terms of cross-country ability. In particular:
- front and rear overhangs – 830 and 743 millimeters;
- approach and departure angles are 21 and 34 degrees.
Meanwhile, the proverb “trust, but verify,” as it turns out, also applies to the figures announced by AvtoVAZ. No, there is no deception of buyers here. It’s just that the manufacturer, when measuring ground clearance, apparently “forgot” to install crankcase protection. With this element, the vehicle's ground clearance is reduced to 190 millimeters. However, this figure is good enough even for Russian roads somewhere in the outback. And the difference is not so critical as to declare deception - rather, a little trick. In fairness, it is worth recalling that all automakers are guilty of this kind of tricks, so VAZ is not doing anything reprehensible in this case.
I would also like to note one more point. Surely, many people know that for the production of X-Ray they did not develop a new platform, but borrowed it from the Renault Sandero Stepway, an affordable car with high ground clearance and front-axle drive. Accordingly, VAZ designers simply did not have any special options in terms of changing the ground clearance.
By the way, an excellent budget SUV was previously created on the same platform - Renault Duster, loved by many for its excellent ratio between price and performance characteristics. This model is taller than X-Ray. It turns out that there is still some room for maneuver, albeit small. Accordingly, it is quite possible that the Lada X-Ray will appear with a ground clearance of 205, or even 210 millimeters. However, for now these are just rumors.
