Lada Priora I Hatchback (facelift 2013) 1.6 (98 Hp)


Overall Rating

5.9 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 2.5 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 2.5 / 5
Comfort 2.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Lada Priora:

The Lada Priora is a compact car produced by the Russian automaker AvtoVAZ from March 2007 to July 2018. It is largely a restyled and modernised Lada 110 and replaced it in 2009. By May 16, 2012, 590,000 Prioras had been produced. Starting model year 2016, the Priora is not available for export market and has been replaced by Lada Vesta.
On July 16, 2018 appeared in the network a photo of the last body Lada Priora in the welding shop of the car factory, decorated with colored balloons and covered with a poster with the inscription "Последний!". The photo was taken on July 13 at about 2 pm. The model will still be assembled using previously welded bodies, including the last, a few days. On July 17, 2018, AutoVAZ confirmed the cessation of Priora production in an official release....(Read more on Wikipedia)

I Hatchback (facelift 2013) Overview:

Lada Priora (I Hatchback (facelift 2013)). With 145 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.1 l/100km). Weighing only 1163 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.5 s). The top speed reaches 183 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.

1.6 (98 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 3 stars

Performance Verdict

Offers adequate performance for daily driving, though acceleration is modest. Best suited for city and suburban use rather than spirited highway cruising.

Fuel Economy

Fuel consumption is average for a naturally aspirated 1.6L engine of its era, not particularly efficient but acceptable for its price point.

Best Use Case: City / Suburban Commuting

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Highly affordable purchase price and low running costs.
  • • Simple, robust mechanicals, often easy to repair.
  • • Practical hatchback body with decent cargo space.
  • • Good ground clearance for varied road conditions.

Cons:

  • • Outdated interior design and material quality.
  • • Lack of advanced safety features and poor Euro NCAP rating (or lack thereof).
  • • Unrefined driving experience with basic comfort.
  • • Modest performance and noisy engines.
  • • Limited availability and resale value in Western markets.

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Lada
Model:Priora
Generation:I Hatchback (facelift 2013)
Modification (Engine):1.6 (98 Hp)
Start of production:2013
End of production:October, 2014
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:98 Hp @ 5600 rpm.
Power per litre:61.4 Hp/l
Torque:145 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
Engine displacement:1596
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity:3.2 l
Coolant:6.3 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:9.1 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:5.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:6.9 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:11.5 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:11.5 sec
Maximum speed:183 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:11.9 kg/Hp, 84.3 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:8 kg/Nm, 124.7 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:10.9 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1163
Max. weight:1578
Max load:415
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:705 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:360 l
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):800 kg
Fuel tank capacity:43 l
Permitted trailer load without brakes:500 kg
Size:
Length:4210 mm mm
Width:1680 mm mm
Height:1435 mm mm
Wheelbase:2492 mm mm
Front track:1410 mm
Rear (Back) track:1380 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):165 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDrum
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size175/65 R14; 185/60 R14; 185/65 R14
Wheel rims size14
Front suspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspensionSemi-independent, coil spring

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