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Lada Kalina Cross (21941) 1.6 (87 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 140 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.3 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 12.2 s). The top speed reaches 165 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 (87 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers modest acceleration and power, making it adequate for city driving and light rural use, but it can feel underpowered on highways or when fully loaded.
Fuel Economy
Average fuel consumption for a naturally aspirated 1.6L engine of its time, not particularly efficient but acceptable for its segment.
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 (87 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: | 87 Hp @ 5100 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 54.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 140 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 11186 [Same engine] More details about the engine 11186 |
| Engine displacement: | 1596 |
| 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 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.2 l |
| Coolant: | 7.84 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 165 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.9 kg/Hp, 77.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8 kg/Nm, 124.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.6 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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