Lada XRAY Cross 1.8 16V (122 Hp)

Lada XRAY:

The Lada XRAY is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by the Russian car manufacturer AvtoVAZ. Designed by a team led by Steve Mattin, the chief designer of the Lada Vesta, it was first presented as a concept in August 2012 at the Moscow International Automobile Salon. A newer version, the Lada XRAY Concept 2, debuted in August 2014. The production version of the Lada XRAY was released for sale in early 2016 and ceased in 2022 for unavailability of parts due to the international sanctions after the Russian invasion of Ukraine....(Read more on Wikipedia)

Cross Overview:

Lada XRAY (Cross). With 170 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1297 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.9 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A vehicle that combines characteristics of SUVs and hatchbacks for versatility. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

People's Opinions:

Our robots surveyed the comments on Reddit to find out people's satisfaction with Lada XRAY. About 300 comments were scanned, 43 comments (14.33% of the total comments) were positive, compared to 10 negative comments (3.33% of the total comments). The remaining 247 comments were neutral (did not mention any praise or criticism) (%neutralPercentag%% of the total comments), and thus it received a rating of 1 stars out of 5.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

• Moderate fuel consumption: 7.5 L/100 km combined.
• Front-wheel drive offers efficiency and lower weight.
• Independent suspension (front: Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar, rear: Semi-independent, coil spring) for comfort and handling.
• Ventilated front brakes improve stopping power under load.
• Rack-and-pinion steering for precise control.
• ABS improves braking safety.
• Electric power steering improves efficiency and feel.
• Generous trunk space: 1514 L.
• Reasonable curb weight (1295 kg).
• Towing without brakes:650 kg.
• Adequate ground clearance (215 mm).

Cons:

• Underpowered ICE: only 122 hp.
• Low specific output ( 68.8 hp/L) suggests less efficient ICE tuning.
• Basic or outdated ICE technology.
• Sluggish ICE-only acceleration: 10.9 sec.
• Sluggish 0–100 km/h time: 10.9 sec.
• Weak weight-to-power: ≈ 94.3 hp/tonne.
• Low weight-to-torque: ≈ 131.6 Nm/tonne.
• Low payload capacity:350 kg.
• Limited towing: 800 kg with brakes (12%).

Based on the pros and cons, the car is rated 2/5

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(XRAY: 2016 - ).

General:

  Brand: Lada
  Model: XRAY
  Generation: Cross
  Modification (Engine): 1.8 16V (122 Hp)
  Start of production: 2018
  Powertrain Architecture: Internal Combustion engine
  Body type: Crossover
  Seats: 5
  Doors: 5

Engine:

  Power: 122 Hp @ 6050 rpm. Same horsepower
  Power per litre: 68.8 Hp/l [6mm more.]
  Torque: 170 Nm @ 3700 rpm.
  Engine Model/Code: VAZ-21179 More details about the engine VAZ-21179
  Engine displacement: 1774
  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 layout: Front, Transverse

Performance:

  Fuel Type: Petrol (Gasoline)
  Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: 9.7 l/100 km
  Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: 6.3 l/100 km
  Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: 7.5 l/100 km
  Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: 10.9 sec
  Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: 10.9 sec
  Maximum speed: 180 km/h
  Weight-to-power ratio: 10.6 kg/Hp, 94.2 Hp/tonne
  Weight-to-torque ratio: 7.6 kg/Nm, 131.3 Nm/tonne
  Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: 10.4 sec

Space:

  Kerb Weight: 1295-1300
  Max. weight: 1650
  Max load: 350-355
  Trunk (boot) space - maximum: 1514 l
  Trunk (boot) space - minimum: 361 l
  Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): 800 kg
  Fuel tank capacity: 50 l
  Permitted trailer load without brakes: 650 kg

Size:

  Length: 4171 mm [6mm more.]
  Width: 1810 mm [46mm more.]
  Height: 1645 mm [75mm more.]
  Wheelbase: 2592 mm [Same wheelbase.]
  Width including mirrors: 1983 mm
  Front track: 1503 mm
  Rear (Back) track: 1546 mm
  Ride height (ground clearance): 215 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
  Front brakes: Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
  Rear brakes: Drum [bad for performance and cooling.]
  Assisting systems: ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
  Steering type: Steering rack and pinion
  Power steering: Electric Steering
  Tires size: 215/50 R17 91 H
  Wheel rims size: 17
  Front suspension: Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
  Rear suspension: Semi-independent, coil spring