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UAZ 3160 5 2.89 (102 Hp)
Overall Rating
UAZ 3160:
UAZ or Ulyanovsky Avtomobilny Zavod is an automobile manufacturer based in Ulyanovsk, Russia, which manufactures off-road vehicles, buses and trucks. It has been part of the Sollers automotive group since 2000.
UAZ is best known for the UAZ-469 utility vehicle, which has seen wide use as a military vehicle in the Eastern bloc and around the world. The UAZ factory started production in 1941 as part of the Soviet war effort. 51,706 UAZ vehicles were produced in 2016....(Read more on Wikipedia)
5 Overview:
UAZ 3160 (5). With 211 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1950 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 140 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
The UAZ 31605 generation was not tested by Euro NCAP. As a utility-focused vehicle from the early 2000s, it likely offers basic safety features by modern standards, prioritizing ruggedness over advanced passive or active safety systems.
2.89 (102 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.89L (102 Hp) engine provides adequate, albeit modest, power for the UAZ 31605's substantial 1950 kg kerb weight. Its strength lies in low-end torque (211 Nm @ 2800 rpm), making it suitable for off-road tasks and utility, rather than brisk on-road acceleration or high-speed cruising.
Fuel Economy
Given its large displacement, naturally aspirated design, and the vehicle's weight and 4x4 drivetrain, fuel economy is expected to be poor. It's not designed for efficiency, but for robust, reliable operation in demanding conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent off-road capability due to 4x4 drive and robust suspension
- • Simple, durable, and easy-to-repair mechanicals
- • Spacious interior with 7-seat capacity
- • High ground clearance and rugged construction
- • Good value for a dedicated utility 4x4
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy from the large petrol engine
- • Limited on-road performance and top speed (140 km/h)
- • Basic interior comfort and features
- • Outdated safety technology by modern standards
- • High kerb weight impacts agility and efficiency
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(2: 1999 - 2004).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | UAZ |
| Model: | 3160 |
| Generation: | 5 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.89 (102 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2000 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 102 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 35.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 211 Nm @ 2800 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2890 |
| 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 |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 140 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 19.1 kg/Hp, 52.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.2 kg/Nm, 108.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1950 |
| Max. weight: | 2550 |
| Max load: | 600 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 90 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4240 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1828 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1935 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2400 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1445 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1445 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Worm-reduction unit |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 225/75 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Trailing arm |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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