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Lada Granta I Hatchback 1.6 16V (98 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Lada Granta:
The Lada Granta is a subcompact car developed by Russian automaker AvtoVAZ in collaboration with Renault, based on the Lada Kalina platform. Mass sales started in Russia on 1 December 2011.
Additional production at the Izhevsk plant began in September 2012, after the old VAZ-2107 was removed from production. A five-door hatchback variant, aimed at replacing the discontinued Lada Samara 2 series in the line-up, debuted in 2014.
The Lada Granta was the best-selling car model in Russia from 2013 to 2015....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Hatchback Overview:
Lada Granta (I Hatchback). With 145 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.9 l/100km). Weighing only 1122 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.5 s). The top speed reaches 172 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 16V (98 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This combination offers a smooth, albeit less spirited, driving experience. The automatic transmission makes it easy to drive, but acceleration is leisurely.
Fuel Economy
Acceptable fuel economy for an automatic, though it's the least efficient option in the lineup, reflecting its older technology and automatic gearbox.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Highly affordable purchase price
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Large trunk capacity (440-760 liters)
- • Simple, robust mechanics for easy maintenance
- • Good ground clearance for varied road conditions
Cons:
- • Basic interior quality and dated design
- • Limited safety features by Western standards
- • Unrefined driving experience and noise insulation
- • Lower performance compared to Western rivals
- • Limited availability outside specific markets
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Sport: 2013 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lada |
| Model: | Granta |
| Generation: | I Hatchback |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 16V (98 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2014 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 98 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 61.4 Hp/l [34mm less] |
| Torque: | 145 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 21126 More details about the engine 21126 |
| Engine displacement: | 1596 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.4 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 172 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.1 kg/Hp, 90.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.5 kg/Nm, 133.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1085-1160 |
| Max. weight: | 1560 |
| Max load: | 400-475 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 760 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 440 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 900 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 450 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4246 mm mm [34mm less] |
| Width: | 1700 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1500 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2476 mm mm [14mm less] |
| Front track: | 1430 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1414 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 145 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 175/65 R14; 185/60 R14; 185/55 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 14; 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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