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Lada Kalina Cross (21941) 1.6 (106 Hp)
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Lada Kalina:
The Lada Kalina is a supermini car produced by the Russian manufacturer Lada from 18 November 2004 to July 2018. The name Kalina comes from the Russian name for a type of viburnum. It is also marketed as the Lada 117/119 in Finland.
The works on Lada Kalina started in 1993. In 1998 the projected vehicle was named "Lada-Kalina". Prototypes were presented in 1999 , 2000 and 2001.
Production of the Kalina began with a four-door sedan in 2005, a five-door hatchback being released in 2006 and a station wagon released in 2007. The hot-dip galvanized steel with enhanced corrosion resistance used in the production of this car was specially developed by a number of Russian steel producers....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Cross (21941) Overview:
Lada Kalina (Cross (21941)). With 148 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9 l/100km). Weighing only 1125 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.8 s). The top speed reaches 177 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 (106 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides a noticeable improvement in power and acceleration over the 87 Hp variant, making it more capable for mixed driving conditions and highway cruising.
Fuel Economy
Achieves slightly better fuel efficiency than the lower-powered engine, offering a good balance between performance and economy.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • High ground clearance for rough roads
- • Practical and spacious station wagon body
- • Affordable purchase price and maintenance
- • Simple, robust mechanicals
- • Good value for money
Cons:
- • Modest engine performance across the lineup
- • Basic interior quality and features
- • Limited advanced safety technologies
- • Dated design compared to Western rivals
- • Inconsistent build quality reported by some owners
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Combi (2194): 2013 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lada |
| Model: | Kalina |
| Generation: | Cross (21941) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (106 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2014 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 106 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 66.4 Hp/l [20mm more] |
| Torque: | 148 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 21127 More details about the engine 21127 |
| 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: | 3.2 l |
| Coolant: | 7.84 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 177 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.6 kg/Hp, 94.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.6 kg/Nm, 131.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1125 |
| Max. weight: | 1560 |
| Max load: | 435 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 670 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 355 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 900 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 450 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4104 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Width: | 1700 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1560 mm mm [56mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2476 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1430 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1418 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 183 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 195/55 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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