In 2013 AvtoVAZ pleased motorists with a newThe brand, in which almost all technical characteristics were improved. "Lada Kalina 2" - a front-wheel drive car with a high landing and a fairly large cabin. This model is equipped with modern security methods that meet world standards.
The choice of the name for the new car was influenced bythe popularity of the previous model "Kalina" with a body sedan. It has gained popularity in a short time not only in Russia, but also in the countries of the near abroad. Thanks to the use of new high-tech technologies, designers have been able to refine the interior defects, enhance sound insulation, expand bottlenecks, etc. Modified technical characteristics ("Lada Kalina 2" - the embodiment of the dream of any car enthusiast) allowed to present this model with dignity in the modern market.
As for the price, it is quite affordable. Manufacturers have tried to maximize the compliance of quality and cost. If you compare with other brands, then "Kalina 2", with all the innovations, is much cheaper.
The body is produced in two types: a hatchback and a station wagon. The design is in no way inferior to the famous foreign cars. The blowing streamlined shape, wide bumper, original radiator grille and headlights, made in accordance with modern requirements, give the appearance of greatness.
In the car optics, together with the bowpart of the body, though, the roof and doors remained the same, so it was decided to abandon the new glazing, but this did not affect the technical specifications. "Lada Kalina 2" in appearance looks very much like a sedan. The brightest difference in the rear of the car (boot). Its volume in the hatchback is 240 liters, and in the universal - 361 liters. A very advantageous point is this: with the rear seats folded, the capacity of the trunk increases from 550 to 670 liters, respectively.
By the way, some body parts from models Kalinaand Granta identical, in particular, the wings and hood. It is disappointing that the searchlights, which could be seen in the exhibition copy, were not included in the standard production as standard.
In terms of specialists, "Kalina 2" can not be called completely new, just a deep restyling was done.
Hatchback, the technical characteristics of whichsignificantly differ from the predecessor models, equipped with a new power unit (16 valves) with a capacity of 106 liters. forces, and this is the strongest engine from all offered in various complete sets of cars VAZ. This engine is lightweight, it has high elasticity of functioning, thanks to the modernization of the piston group parts. To increase the working potential, the developers, by reorganizing the intake path of the motor, managed to increase both its power and torque. And to make the engine not only productive, but also reliable, the car installed an imported cooling system (USA).
"Lada Kalina wagon" (specificationscars correspond to the family type) has become slightly higher than the previous models, and heavier in weight. Its height was 1504 mm, length - 4084 mm, and width - 1700 mm. However, these parameters did not reduce the level of dynamism of the machine.
The "Standard" package in the universal does not differ from the hatchback. They have an engine, fuel consumption and transmission are identical. Accelerates the car in 12.6 seconds.
The "Norma" package has one advantage incompared with the hatchback. It consists in increasing the mass of the machine by more than 15 kg. It is this parameter that makes it more stable, and, as a result, as safe as possible, which is very important for family-type cars.
The "Lux" version is the most comfortable forlong trips. In its mandatory configuration includes a hatch, trunk on rails, mudguards, blown caps and wide-profile tires. In the car, the automatic transmission was replaced, and this increased the weight of the car by 30 kg. This configuration somewhat reduced the dynamics, but not critical.
In the movement, the hatchback and the station wagon demonstrate themselvesconfidently, at least at the allowed speeds. The car is dynamic, but with a sudden set of speed, the valves start ringing and a vibration is felt in the passenger compartment.
The cardinal changes were also subjected to the suspension, it was borrowed in detail from the Granta model. This design showed itself well in operation, it is comfortable and hardy.
And, finally, the transmission box. This "history" is not one year old. This mechanical device with a cable drive was developed in Germany. Having made its work soft and as much as possible having lowered vibration of a check point, engineers competently have picked up gear ratios, but it did not become 6-step.
In the car there was a new console,The heater, several types of multisystems and a modernized security system. Free space inside the machine is still enough. Since the current year, all Kalina cars are equipped with new stabilization and braking systems, including ABS, despite the equipment.
One of the important indicators of qualityThe car is the fuel consumption. Thanks to the installation of the 16-valve engine, engineers were able to minimize the consumed fuel. This is especially noticeable in comparison with models that have an 8-valve motor.
It is worth paying attention to the fact thatThe luxury package is often equipped with an automatic transmission. It is much more convenient than a mechanical one, but you can count on economical fuel consumption only on the roads outside the city - up to 8 liters. In other cases, it has no advantages, even more, is a drawback, since it significantly increases gasoline consumption (almost 12.5 liters).
This information can be useful for thosedrivers who want to minimize the coefficient of aerodynamic drag. First of all, one should take into account the fact that open windows in any brand of car slow its dynamics. Also an important criterion is the presence of mudguards on wheels. For fans of fast driving, they will have to give up with the protruding caps. Another tip: do not open the hatch while driving. In general, this configuration reduces the level of dynamics to 5%.
About the trunk, which is installed on the roof,need to talk separately. Of course, it is indispensable during long trips, especially if you need to transport a lot of things. Thanks to him, the load on the car is distributed evenly. But its presence has a significant disadvantage. The roof rack increases the aerodynamic drag by almost 15%. And this significantly reduces the footage that the car can drive in one hour.
It is difficult to give an unambiguous assessment of thismodel, describing its technical characteristics. "Lada Kalina 2" for engineers, perhaps the usual refinement and correction of errors, but for users - joy and new hopes. Everyone can experience this car on their own and draw individual conclusions. In principle, the machine is perfectly prepared for operating conditions. Manufacturers have taken into account many criteria that have significantly expanded the range of users. One of the most significant is the cost of the new model. In addition to an affordable price, VAZ supports various programs of car loans, leasing of cars, charitable actions and lotteries, gives bonuses and gifts. So the chances of becoming the owner of the new "Lada Kalina 2" are very high.
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