Lada Urban 4x4: Practical test drive of the Niva SUV

Niva urban color borneo

So, the car was purchased without any specific goals, just one goal: to drive at any time of the year, in any weather and on roads with any surface. Now I realize that Niva coped with the task, but at the time I took it, I doubted it, since the acquisition of even a new VAZ work is a lottery, not otherwise. Well, how is it possible to interpret the fact that sometimes cars from the same batch are completely different? Of course, it can be attributed to operating conditions, or to a specific driver, but the fact that the plant does not consistently produce a high-quality product is a fact.

The review talks about Niva Urban Color Borneo, compiled from the opinions and experiences of car owners.

In general, in mid-March I bought it and came to my place. There was no euphoria from the acquisition, because I had already bought new cars before, and I also owned Nivas. First of all, I drove it onto a lift and stretched it all out, surprisingly, everything in the suspension was secured as it should be, maybe the servicemen approached the pre-sale responsibly, maybe the factory did a high-quality job, it remains a mystery.

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The second thing was the oil and replacing the filter in the engine, what drained from the engine was a little reminiscent of motor oil, the feeling was more associated with unclean water, I poured Shell semi-blue oil with a viscosity of 10v40 into the engine, the filter in most cases was installed by the hengst company. Later I changed the oil in the RPM, gearbox, RK, and rear axle, filled it with Lukoil 75-90. Then we adjust the hubs, here the service overlooked or overlooked, the left wheel was not adjusted. I didn’t find grease nipples on the cardans, I had to remove them and lubricate the crosspieces by hand, surprisingly from the factory, they were already well anointed, well, as they say, if they’ve been disassembled, they need to be finished to the end with high quality, I used them for these targets blue grease from Mobile. I also replaced the front pads, removed that squeaky TIIR and installed Ferodo in a green package. The alternator belt was replaced with Gates. Then the next step was the anti-corrosion of the body with drilling according to the Soviet method, and in addition the installation of lockers. I missed it and spilled it from the heart, according to my own proprietary recipe, but this did not help from the salt and harsh reality that domestic roads pour from the heart. Among the breakdowns during operation: 1. The heater motor squealed, the shaft turned, replaced with a bearing one, there were no more breakdowns, the suspension at the time of sale was also all original and felt great. Believe it or not, there is no need to substantiate this. I did maintenance every 10,000 km. changing the oil and filter, adjusting the hubs. Air and fuel were changed every 20,000 km. And at the same time, Niva ran wonderfully over potholes, because... There are no roads, and I didn’t ask for money for repairs at all. I drove 54,000 km on it. both city and highway.

Let's sum it up

Considering the long-term history of the development of the Lada 4x4 model, Urban should in no way be considered a new generation. This is just a modification, a small update that affected the Niva in terms of internal and external design; several useful functions were also added. With the release of the Lada Urban 4x4, the interior has become a little more attractive, but to truly be called a bestseller in the SUV market, AvtoVAZ will still have to work hard.

VAZ-2121 is a cult car. It was created for Russian reality with bad roads and fits perfectly into this reality. For more than 40 years, Niva 4x4 has been successfully competing with expensive SUVs in the post-Soviet space. Let's figure out what characteristics users like so much, and what needs to be changed and improved in urban 4x4.

Owner reviews 2022 2022: all the cons

Vladislav, 39 years old:

“Even as a boy I liked this car. Then I rode with my uncle in his official Niva. Then I took the same one for myself. Of course, compared to modern cars, there is very little comfort here - there is no climate control or other little things. But off-road it simply has no equal. It is worth considering its price of 600 thousand. For the money it’s a very good car.”

Victor, 42 years old:

“I bought myself a Lada Niva Urban 4x4 two years ago. I needed a car for my dacha and construction site. And also for hunting or fishing. For this amount you can't think of anything better. Of course, there are Chinese crossovers with a large list of options, but they break down and are more expensive. And the Niva is unpretentious with cheap spare parts and a lot of advantages.”

Pros:

• good maneuverability;
• cheap spare parts;
• great price;
• unpretentious motor.

Minuses:

• low level of comfort;
• poor equipment;
• weak dynamics.

What colors is the new Chevrolet Niva 2020 available in?

The color range of the new Niva is small, but is available only with the L trim level. When buying an SL, you shouldn’t count on any other color than bright white “Iceberg”. If you need a car in a different color, you will have to pay more. Below is a list of available colors:

• gray-brown metallic "Auster"
• bright white "Iceberg"
• dark gray-green metallic “Sochi”
• green-brown metallic “Graphite”
• dark gray metallic “Quartz”
• light silver metallic “Snow Queen”
• dark brown metallic “Wild plum”
• silver light gray “Liquid silver”
• Borneo silver gray metallic
• bright red metallic “Fairy”
• golden brown metallic "Bronze"
• black and blue metallic "Milky Way"
• light brown metallic "Lavender"

Manufacturer's color scheme

The official dealer offers a long list of body colors for the Lada Niva Urban 4x4 2022 2023 model. You can buy an SUV painted in one of 9 shades:

• white;
• black;
• dark green;
• violet;
• crimson;
• blue;
• dark grey;
• silver;
• golden brown.

The first three shades of Niva Urban are two-layer enamel. The next six options are metallic paint.

Black color

Two-layer enamel of a dark shade looks great from any angle and has good resistance to fading after exposure to ultraviolet rays. When choosing this color, the buyer does not have to pay extra - it is included in the base price of the car.

Illustrative examples

There are a large number of Niva tuning videos where you can get step-by-step instructions for performing the work. This will allow:

• perform all planned work technically correctly;
• avoid possible difficulties;
• save significant money.

This opportunity to get a clear example will be of great help in planning appropriate improvements.

Niva is an amazing car with excellent technical characteristics.

In some respects, this SUV outperforms renowned foreign cars of this class, while its cost is significantly lower. Experiment and enjoy the work done!

Also interesting: Top 5 disadvantages of the Chevrolet Niva

VAZ car colors

It is noteworthy that before our man had no problems choosing a color. Car tones were limited to only a few, there was no rich variety like today. In addition, the Soviet man, after standing in line for a long time, was ready to take whatever was offered to him.

VAZ 2107 body color

Today, when scientific and technological progress has advanced far forward, painting technologies have also improved significantly, and the chemical composition of paint and varnish mixtures has changed. To a greater extent, paintwork now serves the function of protecting the body from rust, and cars have become more attractive in appearance and brighter, but large queues for popular colors remain.

Note. The fact is that the color of a car symbolizes not only aesthetics, but also high cost, reliability and practicality.

Lada Granta

The first impression of the body of the Lada Granta, popular among Russians, is created by the color. There are really a lot of color varieties for the VAZ 2190. It all depends on the specific body type of this car: sport, liftback and sedan.

Door on a vase in body color

A liftback is one of the versions of this car, which is distinguished by a spacious interior and luggage compartment. The rapidity of the Granta liftback design is primarily emphasized by the color of the selected model. As you know, five primary colors of this version are available to customers.

Sporty character and dynamics, excellent handling and safety, incredibly stylish design and, of course, a huge range of colors make the Grant stand out as sporty. 12 color tones are available to the buyer of this version of Granta.

Grants color scheme

The reliability and safety of the sedan have never been questioned. The Granta sedan boasts a large luggage compartment and a very comfortable interior. The exterior of the body is largely determined by the color scheme, presented in 13 options.

The table below shows all the popular colors of this domestic car.

Options and prices

Options and prices

1.7 l 8 cl. (83 hp), 5MT / Luxe0)

• ISOFIX child seat anchors • Daytime running lights • Anti-lock braking system with electronic brake force distribution (ABS, EBD) • Brake Assist System (BAS)

• New instrument cluster • 12V socket • 12V socket in luggage compartment

• Additional vibration isolation • Power steering • Light tinted windows • Power windows for front doors • Heated front seats • Electric drive and heated exterior mirrors • Air conditioning • Audio preparation

• Floor sill trims • 16" Grizzly two-tone alloy wheels with Pirelli tires • Temporary spare 16" steel wheel

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The all-wheel drive Largus Cross has few external differences from the simple version, but they still exist. The car's bumpers were changed for off-road use; of course, a plastic body kit appeared that protected the bumpers and the bottom of the car from damage.

The review tells about the Niva Urban color coriander, compiled from the opinions and experiences of car owners.

AvtoVAZ engineers increased the ground clearance of the Lada Largus Cross by 25 mm and now it is 170 mm. The crossover has acquired new 16-inch wheels, allowing you to feel more confident behind the wheel, especially on difficult road conditions.

The interior of the Largus 4x4 featured fascinating design elements in the form of orange inserts on the doors and dashboard, and orange lines on the seats.

The salon has noticeably changed and looks very fresh.

The car is equipped with full power accessories, heated front seats, a modern multimedia system with USB, AUX, Bluetooth, Hands free, air conditioning, on-board computer and much more.

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The rear seat has an ISOFIX child seat mounting system.

Under the hood of the crossover there is a 16-valve 1.6-liter engine with a power of 105 hp. (148 Nm). It is paired with a five-speed manual transmission. Acceleration to speed takes 13 seconds. The high speed is 165 km/h, and the average fuel consumption is 9 liters per 100 km.

The handling of the Largus Cross has also improved, thanks to the installation of new silent blocks, springs and strut supports. The shock absorbers, steering and braking system were also retuned. Of course the crossover has ABS.

The length of the Lada Largus Cross 4x4 is 4.7 meters, the height is 1.68 meters, the width is 1.76 meters, and the wheelbase is 2.9 meters, which is longer than the standard Largus. The trunk can hold a huge 2,350 liters with the rear seats folded down. The car can be purchased as a 5- or 7-seater.

At the moment, the car is sold only in the LUX configuration at a price of 618,000 rubles. In the future, the model lineup should be replenished with more modest front-wheel drive assumptions.

Conclusion

During a sharp drop and economic crisis in demand for cars (-45% of sales compared to last year), the new Lada Largus Cross looks quite convincing. In terms of price-quality-cross-country ability, the domestic crossover has no rivals, and the presence of a third row of seats will play a huge role when choosing this car. In conclusion, it is possible to say that the crossover station wagon from AvtoVAZ will find its own client and will probably demonstrate good sales results.

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Selection by characteristics

1.7 l 8 cl. (83 hp), 5MT

Anti-lock braking system with electronic brake force distribution (ABS, EBD)

Power windows for front doors

Heated front seats

Electric drive and heated exterior mirrors

15" alloy wheels

1.7 l 8 cl. (83 hp), 5MT

Anti-lock braking system with electronic brake force distribution (ABS, EBD)

Power windows for front doors

Heated front seats

Electric drive and heated exterior mirrors

15" alloy wheels

Suitable for your choice

1.7 l 8 cl. (83 hp), 5MT / Standard

• Reinforced springs and shock absorbers • Reinforced rear axle • Self-locking front/rear differential • Additional anti-gravel protection for wheel arches • Rubber flares on modified arches

• ISOFIX child seat anchors • Daytime running lights • Anti-lock braking system with electronic brake force distribution (ABS, EBD) • Brake Assist System (BAS)

ADVANTAGES OF LADA 4X4 URBAN

Initial reviews of the Lada Urban were cautious and even skeptical - car enthusiasts suspected that all the differences boiled down mainly to plastic bumpers instead of metal ones. Which, moreover, are not very practical, as they are damaged more quickly when driving off-road.

But the new Lada Urban 4×4, firstly, was created, as the word Urban suggests, specifically for the city. Secondly, it is optionally possible to install protection on the bumper if you need to use the car outside the city or simply where the smooth asphalt ends. Thirdly, reviews about the Lada Urban from users began to appear, indicating that the changes in the “good old Niva” affected not only the appearance, that the price of the Lada Urban 4×4 does not only consist of added plastic bumpers.

History of origin

The car is 40 years old, it is a real living legend. In 1977, when it appeared, it caused a shock. It was the best SUV at that time in terms of comfort on a passenger chassis with independent front suspension. This car was exported to 56 countries. Including to France, England, Spain, Italy. It is still supplied to the last three and enjoys success there. Especially in mountainous areas. Now he is perceived as something from the past.