The completely new Lada Granta liftback is available in a huge number of trim levels. A model that has numerous advantages inherent in modern cars should not be subjected to radical changes. However, tuning the Lada Granta liftback will allow the car to stand out, making it exclusive.
Budget tuning Lada Granta liftback
Easy engine upgrade
Before you start rebuilding the engine, you need to let the car run in. Perhaps after this you will be completely satisfied with its dynamics. Factory defects may be discovered, the elimination of which is possible under warranty. If the Lada Granta has been run-in and the owner is in the mood for change, you can start by upgrading the engine.
To begin with, it is worth installing a “nulevik” (an air filter with zero resistance), which can increase the access of oxygen to the internal combustion chambers by 3–5%, making it easier for the car to “breathe”. This will have a positive effect on the engine. An additional couple of percent to the Granta's power can be added by installing a tuning kit for the exhaust tract. The increased cross-section of the collector pipes will improve ventilation, reducing the resistance to the exhaust gases.
A pair of smart, shiny mufflers will make the car look more beautiful and add some playfulness to it. For your beloved Lada Granta, liftback modifications are not difficult to do yourself, knowing the structure of the car.
Chip tuning will help optimize the operation of the power unit, which can make the car in accordance with your expectations and driving style. After re-flashing the “brains” of the Grant, the “gluttony” of the car will be noticeably reduced in exchange for increased power. The electronic pedal, which is missing from the Lada Grant, is a rather useful thing that can be mounted before chip tuning. It will allow the engine to clearly distribute the developed force, having a beneficial effect on fuel consumption.
Improvements provided for the Lada Granta liftback include:
- cylinder boring;
- reinstallation of the piston group;
- installation of turbocharging with nitrogen accelerator.
Considering that when turbocharged serial engines, piston wear increases sharply, such changes on the Grant are carried out comprehensively.
It is worth remembering that with an increase in power, you will need to strengthen the braking system, re-equip the suspension and transmission. Otherwise, the agility of the liftback will be short-lived.
Underhood tuning Grants
You should not start significant changes and tuning the interior immediately after purchasing a LADA Granta liftback car. First you need to properly run-in the new product, and then decide on the choice of a specific element or parameter, which will also include interior tuning. Typically the break-in time is a couple of weeks to a month. During this period, it is recommended to test all the capabilities of the car so as not to leave any function unattended.
It is no secret that the air filter acts as the “lungs” of the LADA Granta liftback. The sufficiency of air directed into the engine depends on its purity. It is recommended to install a filter element with zero flow resistance. This will allow you to increase the throughput of the entire intake tract system by several percent and will add power to the engine.
If you replace the exhaust manifold with a more efficient analogue, you can also achieve some increase in the efficiency of the LADA Granta liftback engine. It is recommended to install collectors with indexes “4-2-1” and “4-1”. You can complete the tuning in this unit by installing a new muffler. Shiny designs with a burnt edge look impressive. In addition to designer chic, they will add a couple of “horses” to the engine.
The new Lada Granta liftback is equipped with an electronic control unit. It is quite effective, despite its domestic origin. To expand its capabilities, you should consider reflashing it. This is where the car's ability to adapt to your priorities comes into play. After this chip tuning, a decrease in fuel consumption will be observed. If the package initially did not include an on-board computer, you can also install it into the panel yourself. The procedure is not difficult if you follow this video. Such a small tuning of the interior is necessary.
Among the most useful innovations is the electronically operated pedal. It is not equipped with all modifications of the Lada Granta liftback. If you are interested in this unit, then its installation should be completed before chip tuning. The editing mode, that is, if you are tuning the interior, allows you to fine-tune this element. The result will be simple and sensitive control of engine speed depending on the dosage of pressing force. This will result in negligible fuel savings.
Exterior improvements
The most common and inexpensive way to change the exterior of a Lada Granta with your own hands is to change the color by repainting the car. This model is especially attractive in snow white or dark blue metallic. Yellow, light green and orange colors also look quite original. In addition, it is worth paying special attention to the dyeing methods. The combination of several shades will emphasize the originality of the design, making the body more impressive and attractive.
An unusual option for the Lada Granta will be airbrushing. But this work should only be performed by specialists, since independent painting can ruin the entire exterior with a completely unexpected effect. When considering budget tuning options, you can use car stickers. Despite the ease of application, they are able to give the car a stylish and unique look.
An equally original type of external modernization is the replacement of standard body elements with new ones. By tuning the Lada Granta liftback with your own hands, you can change the lights, update the mirrors and body kits. Doing this yourself will not be difficult.
Useful little things
The carefully designed appearance of the liftback distinguishes it from its sedan predecessor. Therefore, for Lada Granta liftback tuning often consists of small but important exterior elements. A chic lip spoiler that will look like a glove on the outer surface of the trunk. By slightly increasing the dimensions of the body, it will noticeably improve the aerodynamics of the rear, helping to keep the rear window clear, blending perfectly with the design of the car.
When planning to upgrade your car yourself, you can install stylish roof rails that were designed specifically for the new body and are available in black and silver. There is no need to drill into the roof for this practical addition, as it is installed in standard mountings.
You can cover Grant's eyes with a special film that can squint the car's gaze and turn it into a predatory one. It is advisable to purchase high-quality material so that a change in design does not develop into a complete replacement of lanterns, which will be caused by indelible glue.
Interior modernization
For the Lada Granta, liftback interior tuning is designed to improve the interior space of the car. The simplest upgrade option would be to replace the seats or purchase covers. By painting individual elements of the panel or dashboard, you will be able to highlight this part of the car. This kind of work is easy to do with your own hands; just study the instructions for dismantling the plastic elements.
Interior lighting will not only look original, but will also significantly improve interior visibility. LED strips glued to Granta's thresholds make boarding/disembarking much easier. When starting work, a plan is initially drawn up for dismantling and assembling the panels, as well as connecting the lamps. Considering that the owners of this model noted poor sound insulation, you will have to work on it yourself.
For those who like to travel to the music, making a mobile disco out of a car is not difficult. The dimensions of the liftback trunk and interior allow the installation of the most sophisticated equipment. Installing huge speakers is too expensive, but worth it. Having seriously worked on the drive and suspension, you can build a racing car from a Lada Granta. And massive wheel arches will add style to your car.
About the nuances of sports tuning
Traditionally, a standard audio system is not able to please not only music lovers, but also ordinary owners. You shouldn't expect any bass that deafens the surrounding space, or rhythmic shuddering of glass. To achieve passable sound, you will need to replace or add more speakers. The Lada Granta liftback will please you with enough space to place a subwoofer.
After upgrading the standard audio system, you can move on to giving the body the appearance of a racing sports car. The wheels are painted bright white, and improvised “tongues of flame” appear on the body. The exhaust end pipes are replaced with flattened counterparts.
To widen the track, it is recommended to use the services of specialized workshops. Overhead widening elements are mounted on the wheel arches. Some pilots install monitors in these places. Upon completion of the full range of manipulations, the car acquires a sporty appearance. Don't forget about the body kit for the Grant.
The market for goods in the tuning segment is replete with a variety of body kits adapted for the Lada Granta liftback. These can be electronic external windows with heating functions or electrically adjustable angle of rotation. Diode devices are also available. Capable of duplicating turn signal signals. More expensive versions are equipped with cameras. They broadcast the surrounding environment to a monitor in the cabin. The Grant body kit is always relevant.
Still, most fans tend to associate these accessories with an unjustified waste of money.
Important Details
As standard, the Lada Granta is equipped with steel engine protection, which reliably performs its duties. If you want to strengthen the engine protection, you can use it from Kalina. To protect the liftback body from impacts, dirt and abrasive wear, tuning experts recommend using wheel arch liners made of polymer materials. Fears that fender liners can disrupt ventilation in the body space are absolutely groundless. If you don’t drill the body yourself when installing pokers, they will only be useful.
Having decided to tune liftback wheels, 13-inch ones are successfully replaced with 15-inch ones, which are distinguished by a more neat appearance. The update can improve the movement of Grants on uneven domestic roads. You can risk installing 16 or even 17-inch wheels, but this option is only suitable for traveling on good roads.
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Exterior tuning aspects
In the concept of tuning, the modernization of body elements has always been positioned in the foreground. Many car owners install a body kit on the Grant. There are many photos on this topic on the Internet. It is recommended to start the event by replacing the wings. Instead of standard elements, durable and lightweight plastic structures should be installed. This will avoid corrosion.
The Lada Granta liftback air intake made of polymer material gives an aggressive appearance. An updated bumper can give the owner a lot of positive emotions. After all, the factory element looks a little boring. This can also be seen in the photo. In some cases, you can limit yourself to replacing the grille with a more interesting option. If the car is a family car, then a plastic grille painted black will look great. You can also install a body kit on the Grant. Those who like aggressive drive will like the metal element in the form of a sieve. This grille gives the Grant an aura of power, just look at the photo. As a positive effect, there will be better cooling of the motor, since a larger volume of air penetrates through the honeycomb of the grille.
With the help of manipulations of this nature, you can give the car not only sportiness, but also achieve some solidity. Headlights with a narrow profile instead of standard wide elements will look quite impressive. If you paint the body in gloss black, then from a distance it will be associated with a prestigious Mercedes. A white shade can add positive notes and openness to the exterior.
Lada Granta standard equipment
Granta standard
Granta luxury
Nowadays airbrushing is gaining popularity, allowing you to apply drawings of fantastic characters, attributes or elements onto a painted panel. If you do not have skills in this direction, then resorting to applying this kind of exposure to the body is not recommended. There are many studios for these purposes.
A sophisticated spoiler can be integrated into the trunk lid. It will provide an increase in aerodynamic performance and protect the surface of the rear window from rapid contamination.
If installation of roof rails is required, then the Lada Granta liftback is “from birth” equipped with the appropriate holes, which will eliminate the need for unwanted drilling. By completing the roof rails with crossbars, you can get an additional trunk.
