5-door Niva: owner reviews, description, technical specifications, dimensions

Engine VAZ-21213

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

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

VAZ-2131 technical characteristics

Weight and dimensions.

Niva 2131 is a restyling of the 2121 model. Mainly the car body has undergone changes. It became five-door to provide more comfortable entry for passengers. At the same time, the useful volume of the trunk has increased. All this led to a change in dimensions. The length of the car increased to 4240 mm, while the width remained the same - 1680 mm. Because of this, the wheelbase had to be increased. It is now wider than the width of the car to ensure stability when cornering.

Niva 2131 is all-wheel drive and was created specifically for off-road driving. Therefore, the ground clearance has been increased to 228 mm. This is necessary to overcome bumps and unevenness.

The Niva's trunk volume is now 420 liters with the seats folded down. The maximum useful volume is 780 liters. The total weight of the car is 1350 kilograms. In this case, the car can additionally transport up to 500 kg of cargo.

VAZ-2131 modifications

Photo trunk of VAZ-2131

Photo VAZ-2131 five-door

5-door Niva: interior

Let's move inside the Niva car. As you know, this SUV was created on the basis of the classic Zhiguli, so it is not surprising that many parts were borrowed from there. As for the interior, you can see the panel and steering wheel from the VAZ-2107. In terms of noise insulation, the Niva, of course, is far from being a leader. Many owners de-noise the body themselves by disassembling the interior down to the screw.

With the advent of the new Urban model, the situation has changed for the better, but not significantly. The instrument panel is now positioned from the “ten”, the steering wheel has a more convenient shape. The panel has changed slightly, but overall retains its angular features.

The only advantage worth noting is that it has a better level of equipment. "Niva" 5-door has electric windows, as well as electric mirror adjustment. But as owner reviews note, the 5-door Niva, even in its maximum configuration, is not equipped with music. This upsets many buyers. It is also worth noting the very noisy operation of the stove. There is no air conditioning here.

What distinguishes the long-wheelbase Niva from the short one is the rear row. The architecture of the seats here is the same, but the distance to the apron of the seats is an order of magnitude greater. Rear passengers will not feel cramped, unlike the three-door Niva. In this regard, the five-door deserves praise.

Fluid for refilling the hydraulic steering system

Material grade

Manufacturer

Regulatory document

Pentiosin Werke AG, Germany

List of products containing precious metals in LADA 4x4 cars

The five-door Lada Niva 4x4 is a compact, unpretentious, reliable SUV designed for transporting passengers and luggage at air temperatures from -40 °C to +45 °C. This car is distinguished by a suspension that provides excellent ride comfort and absolute immunity to road irregularities. The five-door VAZ 2131 is the most spacious car in the Niva 4x4 line.

Motor oils

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Features of the gas tank

The Chevrolet Niva gas tank model has the General Motors factory part number 212301101011000 . Like other fuel tanks for mid-range cars in a similar price range, it is made from welded steel sheets.

Steel as a material for a gas tank has its pros and cons. The benefits include :

• sufficient strength;
• high maintainability with minor damage;
• safety for the driver and passengers of the car, as well as for others.

However, a steel gas tank also has its disadvantages. It was they who influenced the fact that many modern models began to be equipped with plastic tanks. The General Motors steel tank body has the following disadvantages :

1. If severely damaged, it cannot be repaired. A large dent, hole or split cannot be repaired, so you have to replace the part.
2. Any steel sooner or later oxidizes, which means rust forms inside the container. Its entry into the vehicle's fuel system is not permissible. Therefore, steel gas tanks must be periodically cleaned of rust, suspended matter and other foreign matter.

A special feature of the Chevrolet Niva gas tank is its shape . It is located at the bottom of the car and has a stamping in the body for the driveshaft channel, which divides the gas tank into 2 reservoirs with partial communication with each other. Due to this feature, the fuel tank has a non-consumable reserve of 5-6 liters, which cannot be drained or used for its intended purpose, since they do not enter the fuel supply line.

Let's sum it up

So, we looked at what the all-wheel drive five-door Niva is. Among the positive aspects of the car it is worth emphasizing:

• Simplicity of design (accordingly, it can be repaired in most cases without the help of mechanics).
• Patency. Already in the basic configuration there is a locking and reduction gear.
• Spacious interior (compared to the short-wheelbase version).
• Soft suspension.

But this car also has disadvantages. Among them it is necessary to highlight:

• Weak motors.
• High fuel consumption.
• Body prone to corrosion.
• Poor sound insulation.
• Poor directional stability.

Who is this car suitable for? Niva is a good choice for those who need a simple and cheap all-wheel drive SUV for off-pavement driving. It is for such purposes that in most cases it is purchased. There is no point in buying a car and using it purely in the city. In summer it is hot, it is clumsy, and it eats a lot of fuel. For the city, it is better to choose something from the front-wheel drive VAZ family (for example, the “ten”, which will be cheaper to operate and more maneuverable in the city).

"Lada Urban"

This modification is worth talking about separately. It was released in 2015. However, there is no need to talk about a full replacement of the model. This is most likely a restyling of the old Niva.

Externally, the car began to look nicer thanks to a larger plastic bumper and a modern radiator grille. The shape of the mirrors has changed. As standard, the car began to be equipped with alloy wheels. There are not many changes in the interior. The instrument panel now stands at “ten”, the door cards have changed. It must be said that the new five-door Niva received a good set of options. These include electric windows, heated seats and mirrors. And in more expensive versions there is air conditioning. But there is still no music, which is frustrating. In technical terms, changes are minimal. It still has the same fuel-injected 1.7-liter engine. The dynamic and performance characteristics are the same as those of the previous Niva.

Car exterior

Since the start of production of the car, its appearance has remained virtually unchanged. In modern vehicle design, a square body shape, round headlights, and laconic bumpers are a classic option. This model has rear doors on the left and right sides. This makes it easier for passengers to board and disembark. The increased wheelbase increased the smoothness of the ride and reduced swaying around the horizontal transverse axis.

Short body overhangs, as well as non-protruding bumpers, provide the famous geometric cross-country ability of this car. The minimum number of plastic elements reduces the risk of damage, and the ground clearance ensures good cross-country ability in mountainous areas. Additional exterior elements will help ensure the comfort, functionality and safety of the model.

Trunk dimensions (2104, 2111, Kalina, Niva 5D, Shniva, Largus)

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Opening height: 75cm Opening width (maximum): 110cm Length: 150cm (without rear seat)

Opening height: 89cm Opening width: 107cm Length (min): 103cm Length (max): 163cm

Opening height: 80cm Opening width: 96cm Length (min): 78.5cm Length (max): 143cm

Opening height: 89cm Opening width: - Length (min): 85cm Length (max): 132cm

Opening height: 93cm Opening width: - Length (min): 68cm Length (max): 123cm

Opening height: 92cm Opening width: 100cm Length (min): 99cm Length (max): 166cm

Also, do not forget that the back row can be dismantled in principle (as is the case with 2104 in the 1st photo) and then there will be more space :) And also, fold out the front passenger seat)

And for fun (fun) again: 2111: Opening height: 89cm Opening width: 107cm Length (min): 103cm Length (max): 163cm

Lada Largus: Opening height: 92cm Opening width: 100cm Length (min): 99cm Length (max): 166cm

And you yourself know the prices for these cars))