Despite all their shortcomings, AvtoVAZ cars are in demand on the domestic market due to their affordability and ease of maintenance. However, recently there have been fewer and fewer complaints about the products of this company, and positive potential for the development of the industry is emerging. One of the latest masterpieces was “Kalina 2 Sport”, reviews of which are mostly positive. It can be argued that personnel changes, improvements in the production process and the attraction of foreign specialists have led to progress in the right direction. Cars have become more modern, more attractive and interesting.
Description
Reviews of Kalina 2 Sport confirm that this hatchback has become one of the most anticipated new products of 2015. I would like to hope that this vehicle will not disappoint fans of the domestic automobile industry in Russia and neighboring countries.
The sports version was based on the second generation of the Lada Kalina. In principle, no one tried to hide this moment. The new product differs significantly from the civilian version. And both in technical terms and in the exterior. Experts clearly agree that the car has become more aggressive; its design has sweeping features that indicate some kind of track affiliation. In terms of its overall dimensions and surroundings, the hatchback would easily be suitable for participation in rally races.
Model specifications
Thanks to the fact that Kalina's steering is equipped with a gear ratio device, the car has become more playful and dynamic. At maximum travel speed, the overall level of stability and stability on the road has increased. The dimensions of the hatchback are 3905x1700x1500 mm. The wheelbase is 2470 mm, the front track is 1430 mm, the rear track is 1410 mm. The weight of the car is 1080 kg and 1555 kg, depending on the total or curb weight. The car received comfortable handling and a high level of maneuverability.
As you know, hatchbacks sacrifice size in favor of dynamism. Therefore, the Lada Kalina Sport has a small trunk, the capacity of which is 235 cm3.
The standard configuration of the car is a 16-valve 1.4-liter engine with a power of 98 hp. With. The top version of the sports hatchback is equipped with a similar engine, but with a volume of 1.6 liters. The smaller displacement engine incorporates a lightweight connecting rod and piston system to reduce gas mileage with minimal loss of power. A car in the “Norma” configuration consumes 7 liters of fuel per 100 km in the combined cycle, and in the “Lux” configuration – 7.8 liters of fuel per 100 km. The fuel tank capacity is 50 liters.
The sports generation of Kalina received a 5-speed gearbox, which allows it to reach a maximum speed of 165 km/h for the base position and 170 km/h for the top position. This is a relatively small figure for a sports car, but given the indicated fuel costs, the car is an ideal option for traveling in a metropolis. Most owners of this car agree that it will not withstand higher speeds, since it is prone to loss of control after 150 km/h.
Despite the enhanced technical characteristics, the car cannot boast of increased safety. It has safety belts, ABS and metal bars in the doors, but no airbags.
Today the cost of the car is 487 thousand rubles. for the “Norma” package and 536 thousand rubles. for the "Lux" version. In addition, for 2015, the Volzhsky Automobile Plant has planned the production of an updated version of Kalina Sport with a 140 hp engine. s., the cost of which is still unknown.
Appearance
The front part of the Kalina 2 Sport (reviews of which we will consider below) attracts attention with its original high-quality optics. It is made on a darkened background, which adds expression. The head light elements, together with the false radiator grille, form a single whole. The car brand can be immediately distinguished by the manufacturer’s nameplate located in the center of the specified element. The impressive front bumper was equipped with aerodynamic elements and foglights built into the sides.
The side part boasts large windows and doors similar to the civilian counterpart. The peculiarity of the body is emphasized by impressive external rear-view mirrors, voluminous wheel arches, and original alloy wheels.
The rear is very practical and goes well with the rest of the sporty exterior elements. In stock:
- volumetric optics;
- specific dimensions;
- spoiler over the luggage compartment;
- convenient access to the rear door;
- plastic trim on the bumper.
Reviews from the owners of Kalina 2 Sport further confirm the fact that in this regard, the designers worked very productively; many did not expect such pleasant changes.
Peculiarities
Separately, it is worth noting the presence of a sports body kit along the entire outline of the body and interesting door sill trims. The car has become noticeably lower, which is important for the sports version. It offers consumers two modifications of the vehicle in question in external design. One variation is called “Sport”, the second is called NFR.
However, you should not look for a fundamental difference between these variations. Manufacturers note that the main distinguishing indicators are air intakes on the hood and wheel rims of different sizes.
Interior
In their reviews of the Lada Kalina 2 Sport, consumers indicate that the manufacturers did not bother much about finishing and improving the interior. In the interior, there are minimal differences between the civilian and sports models. Among the updates, only new sports seats are noted, providing a more comfortable fit. They have the corresponding logos.
Otherwise, the interior remained practically the same, which did not come as much of a surprise to experts. In the base generation, the interior, in principle, has reached a high level, as close as possible to European competitors. There are still some shortcomings, and the ergonomics leave much to be desired. However, the equipment is no longer so boring and impractical. It is worth noting that the shortcomings regarding the convenience of seating passengers in both rows have been largely eliminated, which gives another plus to the updated model.
Equipment
As mentioned above, the vehicle in question is offered in two variations. The “Sport” modification has the following options as standard:
- front airbags;
- heated front seats;
- 16-inch alloy wheels;
- rear parking sensors;
- electric power steering;
- anti-fog light elements;
- multimedia system;
- running lights with LEDs;
- rain and light sensors;
- ABS, EBD, BAS systems.
For the NFR version the following equipment is additionally provided:
- 17-inch alloy wheels;
- low profile tires;
- enhanced braking system;
- arrangement of climate control.
Technical characteristics of Lada Kalina 2 Sport
Below are the main parameters of the car in question:
- Length/width/height - 3.96/1.7/1.45 m.
- Front/rear track - 1.43/1.16 m.
- The wheel formula is 4×2.
- Number of places - 2.
- Base - 2.47 m.
- Ground clearance - 14.5 cm.
- Trunk capacity - 240/550 l.
- The power unit is a gasoline engine with in-line four cylinders.
- Working volume - 1596 cubic meters. cm.
- Acceleration to “hundreds” - 11.0 s.
- The maximum speed is 181 km/h.
- Average fuel consumption is 6.7 l/100 km.
- Power indicator - 106 hp.
- Curb weight - 1.06 tons.
- Fuel tank capacity - 50 l.
- The transmission unit is 5MT with a gear ratio of 3.9.
- Front/rear suspension - independent with telescopic gas-filled shock absorbers (MacPherson type) unit/semi-independent linkage with hydraulics.
- The steering system is rack and pinion.
- Tires - 185/50 R-15.
Modifications of Lada Kalina 2 Sport
This hatchback model with minor changes was produced from 2014 to 2021.
| 1.6 l 21127 106 hp 148 Nm and 5-speed manual transmission VAZ 21806 |
| 1.6 l8 hp 154 Nm and 5-speed manual transmission VAZ 21806 |
Engine power 21126 after updating in 2021 decreased to 114 hp. and 150 Nm.
There is a separate detailed article about all power units of Kalina 2 on our website
The official user manual is located on the manufacturer's portal
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A lot of useful information on this car has been collected on the forum of its owners
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A very detailed review of this model has been posted on the popular website Drive.ru
Power unit
As for engines, manufacturers also decided to offer two versions of engines:
- In the Lada Kalina 2 Sport, the characteristics of which are given above, a gasoline unit is used as the “engine”. Its design includes four 1.6-liter cylinders. The power indicator reaches 118 “horses”. The “engine” makes it possible to accelerate the car from zero to one hundred kilometers in 9.5 seconds. And the maximum speed in this version reaches almost 200 km/h.
- The NFR modification seems preferable. This is due to the fact that with the same volume of the power unit, the power is increased to 140 “horses”. At the same time, the dynamics have improved, the car reaches a hundred one second faster than its analogue.
Reviews of the 2nd generation Kalina Sport note a not very positive attitude towards the fact that the car is equipped with one five-speed manual transmission, without an alternative analogue. For the sake of fairness, it is worth noting that it is adapted specifically for improved acceleration of the vehicle.
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What is the engine size of Lada Kalina
AvtoVAZ Lada Kalina cars are equipped with various power units.
Lada Kalina - engine type and size
The first generation Kalina cars were equipped with the most common 8-valve petrol engine with a displacement of 1.6 liters. This unit was assigned the number 11183.
The subsequent engine installed on the Lada Kalina already has the smallest displacement of 1.4 liters, but this unit already contains 16 valves. This engine is numbered 11194. On more expensive cars, such as the Lada Kalina Sport, a unit from Priora, numbered 21126, can be installed. This engine is not bad in that it has 1.6 liters of displacement and 16 valves.
AvtoVAZ began producing a new engine, 21116, in 2012. This engine has a 1.6-liter displacement and 8 valves. If we compare it with the 11183 engine, the new product has a lighter piston group, thereby increasing the maximum power.
Currently, only the Lada Granta, which replaced the Kalina in the back of a car, is equipped with such an engine, but in the future, the engine can also be equipped on the Lada Kalina.
Pros and cons of Lada Kalina engines
- Power unit VAZ 11183, 8-valve, 1.6 liters.
- reliable, time-tested engine. Easy to repair, spare parts are always available;
- in the event of a timing belt break, the possibility of the piston meeting the valve is minimal;
- produces good traction at low engine speeds.
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Minuses:
- high level of noise and vibration. A sound similar to diesel engines may appear;
- engine valves require periodic adjustment;
- There is no factory installation of air conditioning on this engine.
- Power unit VAZ 11194, 16-valve, 1.4 liters.
- in comparison with others - the lowest fuel consumption;
- Quiet engine operation, virtually no vibration;
- excellent acceleration dynamics on the highway up to 6,000 rpm;
- there is no need for constant valve adjustment. Requires timely replacement of filters and oil.
- If the timing belt breaks, the valves are highly likely to bend. In this case, replacement of the valves and piston group is required. This engine has a German-made piston group, and replacing it is problematic due to availability;
- after 4-6 thousand kilometers, high engine oil consumption was noticed.
- Power unit VAZ 21126, 16-valve, 1.6 liters.
- complete absence of vibration. The sound of the engine is almost inaudible;
- the best acceleration dynamics among the presented engines from AvtoVAZ. The highest power figures in the Lada series;
- there is no need for constant valve adjustment. Requires timely replacement of filters and oil.
Minuses:
- If the timing belt breaks, the valves are highly likely to bend.
It is worth noting that, having shown itself not at its worst on the roads of the Russian Federation, Lada Kalina won the title of one of the most popular models in the country. On May 1, 2011, the press service of AvtoVAZ said that the production of the Lada Kalina sedan car would cease, and it would be replaced by a new budget car, the Lada Granta.
On March 1, 2013, production of the first generation Lada Kalina was discontinued. The reason for this was the modernization of the conveyor for the production of the same second-generation model.
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Modernization
The car in question is built on the basis of a civilian analogue. However, the characteristics of the Lada Kalina 2 Sport differ in many ways from the prototype. The main changes are the following:
- The steering has been reconfigured;
- adjustments were made to the design of the suspension unit;
- improved braking elements appeared;
- the NFR modification has a separate subframe for the engine;
- Significant changes have been made to the suspension adjustment;
- The brake discs have an increased diameter.
Due to these perturbations, the car turned out to be more sporty, not only in terms of power, but also in the functioning of most of the components and mechanisms that are responsible for the parameters of speed, maneuverability and braking.
About the real fuel consumption of the Lada Kalina
| The fuel consumption indicated by the manufacturer may differ significantly from the readings observed by the owners of this car. Let's find out what gasoline consumption of the Lada Kalina is indicated in the instruction manual and what real figures are observed by car enthusiasts. |
The technical specifications of Kalina (sedan, station wagon, hatchback or sport) indicate “Fuel consumption by driving cycle, l/100 km”:
- for Kalina 1.4l is equal to 7.0;
- for Kalina 1.6l from 7.2 to 7.8.
To determine the real fuel consumption on Kalina 1.4, we analyzed reviews from owners, as a result it turned out that:
- Consumption in the city ranges from 6.8 l/100 km to 11.5 l/100 km. The average is 8.47 l/100 km.
- Highway consumption ranges from 5l/100km to 8.5l/100km. The average is 6.18 l/100 km.
- The combined cycle ranges from 6.5l/100km to 8.3l/100km. The average is 7.29 l/100 km.
Fuel consumption for Kalina 1.6 will be slightly higher, the average is 9/6.8/8 for city/highway/mixed.
Why do some people have high fuel consumption in their Lada Kalina, while others have much less? There may be several reasons, here are the main ones:
- Driving style. The differences in fuel consumption during quiet driving and active driving (with sharp braking and acceleration) can be significant (10-25%).
- Gasoline quality. Gasoline consumption of AI 95 will be less than AI 92 (article).
- Seasonality. Kalina's consumption per 100 km. in winter it will be more due to slippery roads and warming up. The difference with summer will be 1-2 liters.
- Traffic jams. Even a small traffic jam can increase gasoline consumption by 2 liters.
- Air conditioner. When the air conditioner is turned on, Kalina's consumption increases by 0.5-1 liters.
- Malfunctions of Kalina. If fuel consumption on Kalina has increased significantly, then you should diagnose the car and determine the reasons for the high gasoline consumption.
Prices
Reviews of “Kalina 2 Sport” will be given later. As for the cost of the new product, users indicate a very acceptable figure. This takes into account the fact that in the “Sport” modification the car is offered at a price of 620 thousand rubles. For this amount, the owner receives two front airbags, daytime running lights, ABS, EBD systems, four electric windows, and heating of the corresponding elements.
In addition, for an additional fee, the car is equipped with electric power steering, 16-inch wheels, parking sensors and many other modern options. On the secondary market, this machine is significantly cheaper, but it is not yet widely represented on it, taking into account the start date of mass production.
Owner reviews of Lada Kalina 2 Sport
Many users complain about the lack of power and other shortcomings, which, to be honest, are present in this hatchback. But if you take into account the price and equipment of the vehicle, this is not the worst option, and among models not only of domestic production. By and large, there are not many such proposals, if we take into account all the objective and subjective parameters.
Regarding the engine, after the Priora it seems like a super-powerful, high-spirited option, with clear gear shifting on the five-speed manual version. Most owners note that it is difficult to get used to the city's smooth ride. The car twitches noticeably and sounds inadequate until you adapt to the behavior of this vehicle.
Reviews of fuel consumption of Lada Kalina 1.4 16v per 100 km
- Maxim Orenburg. The purchase of Kalina was, one might say, accidental - initially I was considering exclusively foreign cars, but there was nothing in the range of 250-300 thousand. Sedan body, 1.4 liter 16 valve engine, manual transmission, year of manufacture - 2021. In principle, everything is fine - minor problems do not count. I often drive in highway-city mode, so I calculate the consumption this way - it comes out to 6.8 l/100 km.
- Boris, Ust-Ordynsky. The car was needed for work, and the budget was strictly limited. I chose Kalina station wagon, produced in 2008 with a mileage of 43 thousand and a 1.4 liter engine. It was possible to take an eight-valve one, but I wanted a better package, since I do a lot of long-distance driving. Consumption on the highway is about 6 liters, no more, in the city about 2 liters more.
- Evgeniy, Tolyatti. At first I was looking for a Kalina with a Priorov 16-valve engine, but I couldn’t find any offers for the money I had. An option with a 1.4-liter engine turned up - good equipment, mileage only 20 thousand and one owner. I took it. In the city in winter it comes out to about 10 liters; I rarely drive on the highway, so I can’t say for sure.
- Fedor, Surgut. Kalina is my first car, because... I received my license only in 2021. But since my wife had them before, we got a car in 2021. In terms of the engine, it’s a fairly economical engine, on average we get 9 liters per hundred square meters, but if you turn on the Conder, you really feel the dips and normal thrust generally only appears above 2500 rpm.
