Lada Granta I Sedan 1.6 (82 Hp)


Overall Rating

6.7 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 2.5 / 5
Value 4.5 / 5
Performance 3.0 / 5
Comfort 2.5 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

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 Sedan Overview:

Lada Granta (I Sedan). With 132 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1075 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.6 s). The top speed reaches 165 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

1.6 (82 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 3 stars

Performance Verdict

Basic performance suitable for city driving, but struggles on highways or with full loads.

Fuel Economy

Moderate fuel consumption for its power output, not particularly efficient.

Best Use Case: City / Light Commuting

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Highly affordable purchase price and low running costs.
  • • Simple, robust, and easy-to-maintain mechanicals.
  • • Spacious trunk (520L) for its class.
  • • Good ground clearance for varied road conditions.
  • • Reliable and proven engine technology.

Cons:

  • • Basic interior quality and limited features.
  • • Unrefined ride quality and noise insulation.
  • • Outdated safety features compared to Western rivals.
  • • Modest performance, especially with lower-powered engines and automatic transmission.
  • • Limited availability and brand perception outside specific markets.

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Lada
Model:Granta
Generation:I Sedan
Modification (Engine):1.6 (82 Hp)
Start of production:2011
End of production:2018
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:82 Hp @ 5100 rpm.
Power per litre:51.4 Hp/l
Torque:132 Nm @ 3800 rpm.
Engine displacement:1596
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity:3.2 l
Coolant:6.5 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:9.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:6.1 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:7.4 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:12.6 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:12.6 sec
Maximum speed:165 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:13.1 kg/Hp, 76.3 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:8.1 kg/Nm, 122.8 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:12 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1075
Max. weight:1560
Max load:485
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:520 l
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):900 kg
Fuel tank capacity:50 l
Permitted trailer load without brakes:450 kg
Size:
Length:4260 mm mm
Width:1700 mm mm
Height:1500 mm mm
Wheelbase:2476 mm mm
Front track:1430 mm
Rear (Back) track:1414 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):160 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size175/70 R13
Wheel rims size13
Front suspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspensionSemi-independent, coil spring

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