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Lada Niva Urban 3-door 1.7i (83 Hp) 4x4
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Lada Niva:
The Lada Niva Legend, formerly called the Lada Niva, VAZ-2121, VAZ-2131, and Lada 4×4 , is a series of four-wheel drive, small , and compact off-road cars designed and produced by AvtoVAZ since 1977. Initially aimed at the rural market, later models also targeted urban users. The three- and later five-door 4×4 hatchbacks were sold under the Lada marque in many markets, and have been in continuous production since 1977.
In the 1990s, three- and five-door wagons on a 50 cm longer wheelbase and an extra-long wheelbase pick-up were added to the range. After the original Land Rover and its successor, the Land Rover Defender, were discontinued in 2016, the Niva became the longest-production-run off-road light vehicle still manufactured in its original form. By the end of 2020, an estimated 650,000 Lada Nivas had been sold globally....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Urban 3-door Overview:
Lada Niva (Urban 3-door). With 129 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1210 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17 s). The top speed reaches 142 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.7i (83 Hp) 4x4 Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 83 Hp 1.7i engine offers very modest on-road performance, with slow acceleration (17 seconds 0-100 km/h) and a low top speed. However, its robust nature and low-end torque are adequate for challenging off-road conditions and utility tasks.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is poor for its power output, with a combined consumption of 9.9 l/100 km. This is largely due to its dated engine technology, permanent 4x4 system, and aerodynamic inefficiencies.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional off-road capability and ground clearance
- • Robust and simple mechanicals, easy to repair
- • Affordable purchase price and low running costs (excluding fuel)
- • Compact dimensions make it agile in tight spaces
- • Timeless, iconic design
Cons:
- • Very poor on-road performance and acceleration
- • High fuel consumption for its engine size and power
- • Dated interior with basic features and ergonomics
- • Limited safety features and poor crash test performance
- • Unrefined driving experience with significant noise and vibration
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(3-door (facelift 2009): 2009 - 2016).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lada |
| Model: | Niva |
| Generation: | Urban 3-door |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.7i (83 Hp) 4x4 |
| Start of production: | 2014 |
| End of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 83 Hp @ 5000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 49.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 129 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | VAZ-21214 [Same engine] More details about the engine VAZ-21214 |
| Engine displacement: | 1690 |
| 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: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.75 l |
| Coolant: | 10.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.3:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6200 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 17 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 17 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 142 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.6 kg/Hp, 68.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.4 kg/Nm, 106.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1210 |
| Max. weight: | 1610 |
| Max. roof load: | 50 kg |
| Max load: | 400 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 585 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 265 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 600 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 300 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 50 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Wading depth: | 500 mm |
| Length: | 3640 mm mm [100mm less] |
| Width: | 1680 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1640 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2200 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1440 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1420 mm |
| Front overhang: | 650 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 790 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 213 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
| 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.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/75 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | dependent spring suspension |
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