Lada Kalina II Hatchback (2192) 1.6 (87 Hp) Automatic
People\'s Opinion
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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)
II Hatchback (2192) Overview:
Lada Kalina (II Hatchback (2192)). With 140 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.4 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 14.2 s). The top speed reaches 161 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
The automatic transmission significantly dulls performance, resulting in sluggish acceleration and a less engaging drive.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is worse than the manual counterpart, reflecting older automatic transmission technology and efficiency losses.
Best Use Case:
Urban Driving / Convenience
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Highly affordable purchase price
- • Practical and spacious hatchback design
- • Simple and robust mechanicals, easy to maintain
- • Availability of surprisingly sporty NFR and Sport variants
- • Good fuel economy on certain manual trims
Cons:
- • Basic interior quality and limited refinement
- • Lack of modern safety features and no Euro NCAP rating
- • Sluggish performance on base automatic models
- • Limited dealer network and brand perception outside specific markets
- • Dated infotainment and driver assistance systems
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Lada |
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| Model: | Kalina |
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| Generation: | II Hatchback (2192) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (87 Hp) Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 2013 |
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| End of production: | 2018 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 87 Hp @ 5100 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 54.5 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 140 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | 11186 |
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| Engine displacement: | 1596 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.4 l |
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| Coolant: | 7.84 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.4 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.1 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.7 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.2 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.2 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 161 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.9 kg/Hp, 77.3 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8 kg/Nm, 124.4 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.5 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1125 |
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| Max. weight: | 1560 |
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| Max load: | 435 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 550 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 240 l |
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| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 900 kg |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
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| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 450 kg |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 3893 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1700 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1500 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2476 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1430 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1414 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 145 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 4 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Tires size | 175/65 R14; 185/60 R14 |
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| Wheel rims size | 14 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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