For those looking for an inexpensive and new car, the first thing that comes to mind is AvtoVAZ's creations. Although the domestic automobile concern is gradually switching to the production of more comfortable and expensive models that can compete with foreign cars, the choice of budget options is still wide. In principle, this is quite reasonable - the price for them is low, there are no problems with spare parts either, the technical characteristics are generally at the level, they do not sag too much in comparison with Chinese cars, or even surpass them.
However, there is often a dilemma between the two models. So which is better - Grant or Priora? This question also needs to be dealt with.
Prestige
Of course, it's a little strange to talk about this in the light of such a comparison, but it should be admitted that among young people (especially guys) Priora is quoted much higher than Grant. She even earned the status of a kind of "boy" car. Still, Lada Granta is focused primarily on the older generation, whose representatives do not pay much. This means that in this round, the victory remains with Priora.
Video: 2013 Lada Granta Lux. Overview (interior, exterior, engine)
Body range and dimensions
And in this respect, Granta is a clear favorite, because it can be chosen both as a sedan and as a liftback, while the Priora buyer will have to be content with an uncontested 5-door sedan.
If we compare the parameters of competitors, it is noticeable that the Priora surpasses its counterpart in length, but Granta wins back in width and height. The Priora has a longer wheelbase, however, the front and rear tracks are narrower, and the trunk is noticeably smaller. A clear comparison of the parameters is presented in the table:
| Dimensions / Model | Lada Priora (sedan) | LADA Granta (sedan) |
| Length | 4350 mm | 4 260 mm |
| Height | 1 420 mm | 1,500 mm |
| Width | 1,680 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 492 mm | 2,476 mm |
| Front wheel track | 1,410 mm | 1,430 mm |
| Rear wheel track | 1 380 mm | 1,414 mm |
| Clearance | 165 mm | 160 (145) mm |
| Trunk volume | 430 l | 520 l |
We should also mention the ground clearance. At first glance, the cars are almost equal, because the difference is only 5 mm in favor of the Priora. However, this is only true when comparing both rivals with manual transmissions and a robot. If Granta is equipped with a classic automatic transmission, then it sags noticeably, since its clearance is reduced to only 145 mm. In light of this, we can admit that in terms of dimensions, there is a combat draw.
Exterior
Everything here is subjective. It is noticeable that the Priora was created back in the first decade of the 21st century, when the Lancer IX, KIA Ceed and others were taken as an example. It left its mark.
Priora has a convex headlight optics, a massive sloping hood and an unpretentious bumper. In addition, the front end is decorated with tiny round foglights and a trapezoidal grille with chrome edging.
In profile, large doors and long body overhangs are immediately noticeable, and the glazing area is impressive. In addition, a long stamping line crosses the entire sidewall. But there are no plastic moldings. The stern is not bad - a smooth bumper, high feet, a massive trunk lid with a shiny lining. Not too bland, but there is nothing flashy either.
Lada Granta is made in a more modern style, but her appearance is frankly boring. It is noticeable that the designers set themselves the goal of creating a kind of "universal" model. At the front, it is distinguished by large headlights, a radiator grille and an air intake, which, in fact, occupy the entire front view. And the composition is completed by a large hood and round foglights.
On the side, there are similar body overhangs, as well as plastic door trims, painted black. And the side windows are no less than those of the Priora. At the back, a huge trunk lid with a pair of "claw-like" undershapes catches the eye. And the fact that the license plate is installed in the rear bumper only enhances the impression.
Video: 2014 Lada Priora Lux. Overview (interior, exterior, engine).
Specifications
Engines
Lada Priora boasts a pair of engines, while its counterpart has 3 engines. In many ways, these power units are similar - they have an atmospheric design, an injector, an in-line arrangement of 4 cylinders and a transverse arrangement in the engine compartment.
For Priora and Granta, the list opens with an 8-valve gasoline engine with a volume of 1.6 liters. Power is frankly small and amounts to 87 liters. sec., which are reached at around 5,100 revolutions. However, a good torque helps out, which is not only 140 Nm, but is already available at 3,800 rpm. The consumption of the models is identical and quite acceptable - 9.0 / 7.0 / 5.8 l. With such characteristics, the Priora accelerates to a hundred in a quite decent 12.5 seconds, giving out a maximum of 176 km / h. Maximum speed Grants are noticeably less (167 km / h), but the dynamics are slightly better - 12.2 seconds.
There is one more common motor. It has already become a 16-valve engine, also with a volume of 1.6 liters. Its power is noticeably higher and reaches 106 horses at 5,800 rpm, but the thrust has increased slightly, stopping at around 148 "newtons" at 4,200 rpm. The fuel consumption is almost the same. For Priora, it is 8.9 / 6.8 / 5.6, while for Grants - 8.6 / 6.7 / 5.6. Regarding dynamics, the Priora exchanges a hundred in 11.5 seconds, reaching a maximum speed of 183 km / h. Results Grants - 10.9 sec. and 183 km / h. However, this is true for versions with manual transmission5. With AMT5, Granta performance is worse - 12.3 sec. and 180 km / h, supplemented by an appetite of 9.0 / 6.6 / 5.2 liters.
But the round is up to Grant, as she has one more unit in the store - a 1.6-liter, 98-horsepower 16-valve. Its peak recoil is at 5,600 rpm, and the maximum torque of 145 Nm is achievable at 4,000 rpm. However, due to aggregation exclusively with AT4, the results are average - 13.3 sec. up to a hundred, a maximum speed of 173 km / h and an appetite of 9.9 / 7.6 / 6.1 liters.
Gear boxes
There is a complete victory for Grants. After all, Priora can only offer a 5-speed "mechanics", which is also available in the rival. In general, the box is not bad. However, while driving, many people note discomfort - the lever vibrates, the gears do not always turn on clearly, to the point that their gearshift knob has to be literally driven into the groove. Yes, and departures of speeds sometimes happen.
Nevertheless, in addition to the "handle", LADA Granta also has a classic 4-band from JATCO (model JF414E) for a 98-horsepower engine, and also a 5-speed domestic-made AMT 2182 robot. Of course, with such transmissions, the dynamics are a little worse, and the consumption is higher, however, these gearboxes are quite at the level of competitors that are sold at about the same price, and most importantly, they make it possible to forget about constant switching, which is more than important in megacities.
Chassis
The layout of the undercarriage is the same for the models. This is the standard, as for this segment, semi-independent scheme, with a torsion beam on the rear axle and MacPherson struts on the front. disc in front, and drum in the back. Of course, the suspension of both models cannot be called driver's, but its energy intensity is at a height, which, coupled with good ground clearance (like some crossovers), makes both cars ideal for country (and not only) roads.
Interior
Of course, interior design is a subjective matter, but most are in favor of Priora. After the restyling, the interior of the sedan has noticeably freshened up. It is made in a classic style with a touch of sportiness.
A sweeping 3-spoke steering wheel rises in front of the driver, behind which an elegant dashboard with convenient scales recessed into small wells is visible. All the option control keys are concentrated on the rectangular center console, although they are frankly low, especially the disc temperature and air flow controls. However, this is a consequence of the large display and air vents, which took up almost half of the entire space. The entire dashboard is made of solid dark plastic.
The seats are not bad, but they clearly lack lateral support, which makes it difficult to control the car in tight corners. Visibility is on par, although the wide A-pillars limit the sector. There is ample space behind, and the trunk is not the smallest.
In Grant, things are a little different. The dashboard is perfectly readable, but it looks much simpler, and the center console rounded at the bottom is not so elegant, and round air vents are placed on the top of the dashboard, like rocket nozzles. On the other hand, the ergonomics on it are thought out better and the lower controls are not overlapped by the gearshift lever, as in the Prior. Roomy recess above the glove compartment. The steering wheel is almost the same as that of the Priora, and the black finishing plastic too.
With visibility, things are about the same as with the seats. The rear is quite comfortable, but the Granta trunk is significantly larger - by 90 liters.
Equipment
The configurations of the models are approximately the same. The only difference is that in the basic configuration of the Standard, Grants have only one airbag, EBD, ABS and BAS systems, DRL, and audio preparation. The Priora in the Standard version additionally has an eyeglass case, an on-board computer, an armrest, an electric power steering and handles painted in body color. And the price is almost the same - the Grant costs 383,900 rubles, and the Priora is given for 389,000 rubles. Such equipment as Priora (slightly better) in Grant can only be obtained in the Normal / Classic version, which is 419 600 rubles.
With an increase in cost, technical indicators increase, and the equipment becomes richer - air conditioning, heated seats, heated and electrically adjustable mirrors, an armrest in the rear sofa and other options appear.
In the top, the price for Priora reaches 491,000 rubles, while for Grants it is 541,400 rubles. However, the difference of 50,000 rubles, taking into account approximately the same technical data, is quite justified, since LADA Granta has a multimedia complex completely inaccessible to a competitor with a 7-inch display such as TouchScreen, Bluetooth, parking sensors, an airbag for a passenger, light and rain sensors and other options.
As you can see, the choice between Lada Priora and Lada Granta is not so simple, but also not too difficult. Given the almost identical characteristics of the motors (except for the 98-horsepower), there remains only the question of the transmission, since fans of automatic machines will have to choose only Grant. Its price is slightly higher, however, given the presence of an automatic transmission, a robot and more generous equipment, the difference is quite justified.
With the release of the updated Lada Priora, the question of choosing between various AvtoVAZ models has become much more difficult. In order to somehow ease your headache, I propose to make a small comparative review of Priora vs Grant, in which we will quickly go over the main consumer qualities of these cars.
So, let's start with design, if this word is generally applicable to Togliatti products. In this component, the advantage is on the side of Lada Grants, even despite the new pretty front end of the Priora, which she inherited after restyling. In general, Lada Granta http://auto.ironhorse.ru/category/russia/vaz/granta looks a little more aerodynamic, its edges are smoother, and the optics are more modern. There is, of course, in the design Grants and a fly in the ointment - this is the trunk lid of a giant disproportionate size with a meager design.
Now the salon. To begin with, getting into the Priora's driver's seat for tall or oversized people is not a pleasant occupation. In this regard, Granta noticeably wins, although it is also not considered an ideal. On the other hand, the interior design and quality of finishing are slightly higher in the new Priora due to the use of new soft-look materials and more thought-out ergonomics. Well, if you buy the Priora in the maximum configuration, then this difference will be even more noticeable thanks to the new multimedia system with a 7-inch touch screen. The seating comfort of both cars is about the same.
It is worth mentioning about the cargo qualities. Lada Priora's sedan trunk is capable of swallowing 430 liters of cargo. The Priora hatchback is a little more modest - 360 liters, but at the same time you can fold the rear seats and get already 705 liters. Lada Granta sedan in its trunk can carry up to 520 liters of cargo. The increase is significant, but this parameter is not important for everyone, since a bag of potatoes will fit in any of the above luggage compartments.
Now a few words about the build quality. There is absolute parity here, because all Lada cars are assembled according to the "lottery" principle: if you are lucky, then, like one of my friends, you won't even hear a squeak in the cabin, and if you're not lucky, then, like another friend of mine, you will visit the service more often than going to the store for bread.
Technically, Priora and Grants have a lot in common. Both cars are equipped with the same 87 and 106 horsepower gasoline engines, but for the Lada Priora there is also an "intermediate" version for 98 hp. Priora has no choice of gearbox, only a 5-speed manual, but Grant can boast of having a 4-speed “automatic”, albeit for a very astronomical amount. The suspension arrangement for Grants and Priora is similar, but the settings are different: Grant is more stable at high speeds, but Priora's travel is much smoother, and it is better prepared for unevenness.
Summing up, I will say the following: if you choose between the initial trim levels, then there is practically no difference. But if you are ready to pay for a complete "stuffing", then the updated Priora will delight you with such chips as the ESP system, a modern multimedia system, an electric boot lid and cruise control. Lada Granta in the top performance in this regard is much more modest.
As for these two domestic cars, they are chosen, first of all, for the reason that their cost is much lower than that of most analogues produced abroad. Already given enough, everyone knows that AvtoVAZ cars are considered good, affordable and high-quality working cars that can be used for small families and doing business. It is worth highlighting the fact that cars of this production are actively used in government structures of various kinds.
There are two domestically produced cars in approximately the same category, and. Not every person, even one who is actively interested in the domestic auto industry, will be able to answer the question which car is better. For this reason, in order to make a high-quality, correct and reliable verdict, it is necessary to thoroughly study every component of cars.
Starting positions and characteristics
Lada Priora, by the way, is a family car that has been produced for a long time. More precisely, the car appeared on the domestic market back in 2007. This model replaced the VAZ 2110, which had gone on a well-deserved rest. In 2013, the Priora was almost completely redesigned. Thanks to this, several cars appeared at once, with different types of bodies.
- The very first model was released in the sedan body since 2007.
- Next came a car with a hatchback body, which appeared in 2008.
- The universal body type appeared in Priora in 2009.
- The coupe body, which appeared in 2010, is very popular to this day.
If we talk about the age of the model, then in this case there is one indisputable advantage. The fact is that the car has been produced for a long time, which means that quite a lot has been redesigned over the years. The last re-release of the car showed that there are practically no significant shortcomings in the work of the Priora.
Russian sedan
From a technical point of view, the car is constantly being modernized and improved in all respects. It is for this reason that buying a new car that would cause serious troubles in technical terms is reduced to zero. Moreover, all the most modern technologies and systems are installed in the car, which do not allow it to lag behind new products in this regard. Priora in this regard shows quite a decent result.
As for the Lada Grants, no less well-known to domestic buyers, it came to the market in order to replace the already significantly outdated VAZ 2105 and VAZ 2107. It was this car that brought a breath of fresh air to the domestic automotive market. During the existence of this car, he became the owner of two different bodies.
- The sedan body was the very first, and it appeared in 2011.
- After that, a car with a liftback body appeared, in 2012.
Comparative test drives
In order to get an accurate answer to the question of what the old Priora, a much more recent and updated Grant, can offer, it is necessary to compare cars in each position. The main parameters have always been indicators of the length, width and height of the car, as well as the size of the wheelbase. In this case, as expected, Priora comes out ahead, whose body length was 4 meters 35 centimeters, and the size of the wheelbase is 2 meters 49.2 centimeters. For Grants, these figures are much lower. In this case, the length of the car was 4 meters 26 centimeters, and the wheelbase was 2 meters 47.6 centimeters.
Despite the fact that the Granta has a much shorter car length, she was able to provide exactly the same amount of space for rear passengers as the Priora. Due to the fact that Granta has a much more advanced architectural structure, she can also transport small-sized cargo. Grant's car with a sedan body has a luggage compartment of 480 liters, while the Priora boasts only 430 liters of free space. The situation looks the same with the five-door hatchback, since the wheelbase in this case remained unchanged.
- The length of the Lada Priora is 4 meters 21 centimeters.
- Luggage compartment - 360 liters.
- The length of the Lada Grants is 4 meters 24.6 centimeters.
- Luggage compartment - 440 liters.
Judging solely by the dimensions and spatial features, in this case, a newer car model looks much more attractive. Father-in-law, Grant bypasses Priora, in all respects. Among other things, Granta has a much more unusual and interesting appearance.
Despite all this, Priora is not even going to give up. After all, this car has one hidden trump card in the sleeve, in the form of a station wagon, which Grants simply do not have. The luggage compartment in this case already has an indicator of 444 liters. In addition, it is possible to fold the rear seats and increase this figure to 777 liters of free space. This is just an ideal option for people who often need to transport small-sized loads, often traveling to the country and nature. Alas, it cannot offer such a grant to its buyer.
As for the 3-door coupe, this option also has its fans and admirers. This is a great option for people who like an unusual style of cars.
Strength parameters and aesthetic data
Over the past few years, AvtoVAZ has released several updates for its vehicles at once. This is not to say that in technical terms there is direct significant diversity, but the situation in this regard, at least, has moved off dead center. Granta uses 1.6-liter gasoline engines that have two and four valves per cylinder. The power of these cars was 81 and 120 horsepower. The hatchback won't be able to take advantage of the most powerful engine available. It is also possible to choose a car with a manual or automatic transmission.
The car is capable of accelerating to 100 kilometers per hour, in 9.5 seconds, on the most powerful engine version, and in 13.5 seconds, on a car operating at 81 horsepower. As for the Priora, relatively recently, she had another type of engine. A much more powerful 1.8-liter analogue has the ability to accelerate the hatchback to 100 kilometers per hour in 10 seconds. The torque in this case is 165 Nm. Thanks to this, the engine with a capacity of 123 horsepower can feel quite briskly on the road. In some situations, previously there was not enough traction for a comfortable ride.
Without a doubt, the car should be chosen based on overall performance. Therefore, in this case, it is imperative to weigh all the advantages and disadvantages of each car.
As for Grants, it looks much more rough and not aesthetically pleasing. Most of the complaints were about the rear view of the car, where the trunk looks like a completely foreign body. However, the situation was significantly improved by Granta liftback. There is already a much more interesting and high-quality salon here, and it is also possible to choose several equipment options.
If we talk about the Priora wagon and hatchback, then they look great. This is a fairly practical version of the car, which does not have blown lines and other unusual elements. We can say that this is an ageless classic.
Price policy
Before making final conclusions, it is imperative that you familiarize yourself with this component.
- Priora can be used as a work vehicle, it exists in a wide variety of modifications and is sold at different prices:
- Hatchback - 350 thousand rubles.
- Sedan - 335 thousand rubles.
- Station wagon - 375 thousand rubles.
Richer versions of cars come at a much higher cost.
- Grant is a much more modern model of a Class B car, it costs so much:
- The cheapest version of a car with a 1.6-liter engine and 82 horsepower will cost 289 thousand rubles.
- Top-end equipment - 420 thousand rubles.
- Sports option - 482 thousand rubles.
Those people who are looking for a car for family trips will definitely choose Priora. However, if you need to get more comfort while driving, then you should pay attention to Grant. Either way, these two cars look pretty good.
You decided to buy a domestic car because the price attracts. True, Grant is cheaper than Kalina by about 30 thousand rubles. But you still doubt which model is better: Granta, Kalina or Priora. These cars belong to different classes, they have their own advantages and disadvantages. Let's try to figure out which Lada is better.
Compare appearance
Both models are available as a hatchback. Both models have the same side doors. Lada Kalina outwardly seems a little smaller. Lada Priora has a slightly longer body, because it seems larger. If you need a more modern model, then you should take a closer look at Lada Kalina. It is better developed by the designers. 
Did you know?The first domestic car that received an airbag is the Lada Priora.
Granta's front view is more interesting than Priora's. And Priora's rear view is prettier than Granta's.
Salon
Let's figure out which is better - Grant or Kalina - in terms of cabin comfort. Kalina's interior is 5.5 cm higher and 3.6 cm wider. Both salons are quiet enough. The disadvantage of Lada Grants is that after a couple of thousand kilometers, the car starts to crack. Noise isolation on Kalina is better than on Grant.
The dashboard on the Grant does not emit extraneous sounds, and on Kalina some noises and rattles may come from the panel. There is no room for an ashtray in the Grants salon. Lada Grant has an engine temperature sensor, but Kalina does not have such a sensor. In the Grant's cabin there is an automatic transmission, on the Priore there is a 5-speed manual transmission. The seats of the Lada Grants salon are not comfortable enough. They are cheap, tough. And Kalina has anatomical seats, which creates convenience for the driver and passengers.
Note! The advantage of anatomical seats is that they follow the shape of the body of the seated person, and thus create a comfortable ride.
We will study the complete set of cars and decide which is better: Priora, Kalina or Grant. Kalina has a short steering rack, electric power steering, power windows for the front doors, an air filter, athermal glass. There are foglights on the Grant, there is an electric drive and heated exterior mirrors, power windows for front and rear doors. Inside the Priora, the plastic is more pleasant to the touch than the Grants. The appearance of the Grants salon is better than Priora or Kalina.
Trunk capacity
There are three body types: sedan, hatchback and station wagon. The wagon turned out to be the most practical. 
Note! The station wagon body allows not only to expand the space for transporting goods, but also can be transformed into a bed for spending the night in the car.
Kalina versus Grants is inferior in trunk capacity. A large trunk on the Grant (about 480 liters) appeared by increasing the length of the body. However, this trunk closes loudly. The boot capacity of Kalina is approximately 360 liters. And if the rear seat backs are folded down, the volume increases to 700 liters. The loading height on the Lada Priora is less, and the side is 2 times lower than on the Kalina.
Did you know?Lada Kalina has been produced since 2004. At first, the cars were sedans, and after 2 years they began to roll off the assembly line in the back of a hatchback.
Suspension and chassis
Consider which is better in terms of suspension and chassis. All models have improved suspension. But on Grant, the suspension is more energy-intensive, behaves better in the pits. On bumps Grant behaves better than Priora or Kalina. On Grant, there is no impact on the steering wheel and there is no rattling of the steering rack, while Kalina has such a defect. Lada cars are front-wheel drive. Lada Granta is more manageable, since it has a short steering rack (distance between stops is 3.1 turns). On the Priore, 4.1 turns from lock to lock.
The brakes on Grant are better due to the fact that they are ventilated and equipped with BAS. The weak points of Lada cars are stabilizer struts and shock absorbers.
Engine and transmission
If we talk about which car is better, Grant or Kalina, in terms of the motor, then it should be noted that the engines are slightly different. Although Grant has a "Kalinovsky" engine with the same number of valves (older models have 8 valves, new ones - 16) and a volume of 1.6 liters, but the power of the Lada Grant engine is higher (110 horses) than Priora's (90 horses) and Kalina (82 horses). This advantage is explained by the fact that a lightweight connecting rod-piston group is installed on the Grant. This allows you to increase power, reduce noise and vibration levels, and reduce consumption of gasoline consumed. All Lada models consume 95 gasoline. The gas pedal on the Grant is better, it works softer and more informative, because it is electronic.
On 16-valve engines with a volume of 1.4 liters and 1.6 liters, the valves will bend when the timing belt breaks (this is a feature of engines from Lada Priora).
Motor Grants works without extraneous noise. On Kalina, the sound of a running engine resembles the operation of a diesel engine (a characteristic bubbling appears). On Kalina, the material of the plastic covers is better. Lada Granta has an electric throttle.
If the timing belt breaks on the 8-valve Lada engine, the valves do not meet with the pistons. This allows you to save the valves (not bend) when the timing belt breaks.
For intensive cooling of the pistons, Grant has oil nozzles. There are spacer washers on the Grants knee shaft. The Grants ignition system does not use coils. The engine resource Grants is about 200 thousand km, Kalina - about 250 thousand km.
Important! To extend the engine life, it is recommended to change the oil every 15,000 km, and the timing belt every 50-60 thousand km.
Security
Let's figure out which is better to choose - Grant Kalin or Prior - in terms of security. There is one airbag on Lada Grant, but there is none on Kalina.
Autoreview magazine tested machines for safety. The Granta model we tested did not have front pretensioners and front seat belts stoppers, but that didn’t stop the car from earning 8.4 points in its EuroNCAP crash test.
Did you know? According to the results of the crash test, only Hyundai Solaris (8.5 points) came out ahead of Grants, which has 2 airbags, pretensioners and front seat belt limiters.
We hope that our article helped you figure out which is better: Kalina, Priora or Granta.
To understand which car is the best, let's break them down by technical facts in this article. Grant until 2013, or 14, was more budgetary than Priora. What is better than an outspoken state employee, or a car with a hint of a higher class? Everything changed with the advent of the liftback body. Lada Granta has become less budgetary, or even with a hint of good door closing! Priora, even in restyling, did not receive such improvements. Choosing a domestic-made car for yourself, several "closely watched" cars immediately stand out.
Prior to 2018, the Priora was produced in bodies, hatchback, station wagon and coupe. Grant is available in Hatchback, Liftback, sedan or Sport bodies. Priora in the back of a liftback was not produced, and then you will have to figure out what kind of body it is and how it differs from a standard sedan. For comparison, Priora will be taken in sedan, hatchback and station wagon bodies and Grant's liftback - the most popular body shapes of these models among domestic motorists.
When choosing, all the pros and cons are weighed according to the main parameters, and only after that the comparison is made at the prices of the cars. The Granta suite costs the same as the Priora of the basic configuration, but this should not be a decisive factor when choosing. Remember, when it comes to inspecting the car and the acceptance certificate, a lot will rest on the build quality - it differs from batch to batch, and there is a risk of running into a poorly assembled car.
Model design
When choosing between several cars, they often look first at the design and interior - the car should be pleasing to the eye. It cannot be said which is better: Granta liftback or Priora station wagon - "there is no comrade in taste and color." It will be enough to give an objective overview of the design concept of these models.
Serial production of Lada Priora (VAZ-2170) began in 2007. The car became a continuation of the "ten" family, the body underwent minor changes, but still someone recognized the "ten". In 2013, it underwent a restyling, added DRLs to the “droplet headlights”, changed the taillights and bumpers, slightly “modernizing” the body. Priora looks rather modest, but it is quite consistent with its class of budget cars.
Granta is the first car with smoother design features produced by AvtoVAZ. The model was developed on the basis of Lada Kalina and received the number VAZ-2190 (sedan body). In 2014, the serial production of the Granta liftback began (it received the number VAZ-2191). In 2018, a global restyling of the entire Grant line took place and their design underwent significant changes, now the car began to look more aggressive and modern.
Comparison of bodies and wheelbases
Continuing to think about which is better: Granta liftback or Priora sedan, we also pay attention to the dimensional parameters: it should not be cramped in your favorite car.
For Lada Priora in the sedan body, the parameters are as follows:
Length - 4350 mm;
Width - 1680 mm;
Height - 1420 mm;
Wheelbase 2492 mm;
Front track width 1410 mm;
Rear track width 1380 mm.
For Lada Granta liftback:
Length 4246 mm (after restyling - 4250 mm);
Width 1700 mm;
Height 1500 mm;
Wheelbase 2476 mm;
Front track width 1430 mm;
Rear track width 1414 mm.
The body sizes of the two models are approximately the same (except that Grant is higher), but Grant looks larger than the Priora due to the raised hood and wider radiator grill. In the body of the liftback, the trunk lid turns into a mixture of the fifth door of the hatchback and the tailgate of the sedan, due to which it looks slightly taller than the Grants in other bodies. The wheelbase of Granta is about 1.5 cm more, which is not so strong on the road - the cars are equally good off-road.
Body paintwork and metal thickness
Continuing the conversation about which is better: the Priora hatchback or the Grant liftback, one cannot fail to mention the thickness of the metal and the paintwork. How the car will look after several years of operation depends on the thickness of the metal and the thickness of the paint-and-paint coating (and the quality of its application). The thickness of the metal also provides passive safety - the larger it is, the less damage from road accidents.
Granta's paint and varnish coating is applied in 6 layers - according to the standard for the production of foreign cars, its average thickness is 98 microns, the metal thickness is 0.6 mm. Priora has paintwork thickness from 67 to 100 microns, metal thickness - 0.8 mm.
Gas tanks
The Lada Priore's gas tank was inherited from its predecessor - VAZ-2108, "Samara" of the first generation. For a very long time, the volume of the tank on VAZ cars did not change and remained the same - 43 liters. Lada Grant has an enlarged gas tank with a volume of 50 liters.
Chassis, ground clearance
Priora's ground clearance is 165 mm in the pre-styled version and 170 mm in the restyled version. The suspension is extremely simple: the front suspension is independent spring, the rear is semi-independent spring. There are ventilated disc brakes in the front, drum brakes in the back.
Grants in the back of the liftback had a clearance of 160 mm in the pre-styling version and 190 mm in the restyled version. Grants have a front suspension - an independent spring produced by McPherson, the rear - a semi-independent spring. New supports of the front struts were installed, the longitudinal stabilizer was enlarged and the anti-roll bar was improved. The front brakes are ventilated discs, the rear ones are drum brakes.
Both front-wheel drive cars are urban, and in terms of cross-country ability in the countryside, Lada Priora is still inferior to the restyled Grant liftback. Thanks to the improved suspension and higher ground clearance, the restyled Grant passes bumps and pits better than the dorestyled version.
Box
A five-speed is installed on the Priora, which she inherited from the VAZ-2110, only with a gearbox drive mechanism with closed-type bearings. Since 2013, a five-speed robotized one has also been installed on the car, which was developed on the basis of a closed mechanical gearbox project. It has been modified so well that it reduces fuel consumption when driving around the city by 1 liter per 100 km, but it also has errors after several thousand kilometers of driving around the city - an electronics error.
In the Grant, you can choose:
Five-speed manual transmission (developed by AvtoVAZ, index - VAZ-2181. Equipped with a new gear selection mechanism, a double-cone synchronizer for the first and second gears, a cable drive and a reduced refueling capacity);
Five-speed "clean" automatic transmission (developed by Jatco based on the automatic transmission project of the 90s);
Four-speed robotic automatic transmission (developed by VAZ, index - VAZ AMT 2182. Equipped with multi-cone synchronizers).
You can always choose a reliable manual transmission and not be afraid of the difficulties of repair, or changing the oil in the box. But if you like comfort, then take a closer look at a car with automatic transmission - despite the fact that the box is based on the automatic transmission of the 90s, it is very good at work.
Engine performance and fuel consumption
The pre-styling Priora works with eight-valve motors:
With a capacity of 81 hp. The maximum speed is 172 km / h. Accelerates to hundreds in 13.5 s. Fuel consumption in the city per 100 km - 9.8 liters;
Engine with a displacement of 1.6 liters with an output of 87 hp. The maximum speed is 176 km / h. Up to a hundred - 12.6 s. City consumption - 8.6 liters per 100 km;
Engine with a displacement of 1.6 liters with an output of 98 hp. The maximum speed is 183 km / h. It accelerates to 100 km / h in 11.5 s. City consumption - 9.8 liters per 100 km.
The restyled Priora works with "old" and new sixteen-valve engines:
"Engine" with a volume of 1.6 liters with a capacity of 106 hp. The maximum speed is 183 km / h. It accelerates to "hundreds" in 11.5 seconds. In city mode, it consumes 8.9 liters per 100.
"Engine" with a volume of 1.6 liters and a capacity of 98 hp. The maximum speed is 183 km / h. It accelerates to 100 km / h in 11.5 seconds. In the city - 9.1 liters per 100.
"Engine" with a volume of 1.6 liters with a capacity of 123 hp. Maximum - 190 km / h. Acceleration to 100 km / h in 10 seconds. Consumption of 7.2 liters per 100 km on the combined cycle. This is a sports version - Lada Priora Sport.
The pre-styling grant is awarded:
Engine 21116/11186 with manual transmission only: 8 valves, 87 hp from. (Maximum speed - 166 km / h, acceleration to 100 km / h - 12.4 seconds, urban consumption - 9 liters per 100),
Engine 21126 only with automatic transmission: 16 valves, 98 hp (Maximum speed - 167 km / h, acceleration to 100 km / h - 13.7 seconds, urban consumption - 10.1 l / 100 km),
Engine 21127: 16 valves, 106 HP forces., with a system of dynamic pressurization
with mechanics: Maximum speed - 179 km / h, acceleration to 100 km / h - 10.9 seconds, city consumption - 8.6 l / 100 km;
with "robot": Maximum speed - 179 km / h, acceleration to 100 km / h - 12.3 seconds, city consumption - 9 l / 100 km.
The restyled grant is awarded:
The engine (works with manual transmission) with a displacement of 1.6 liters and 87 hp. Maximum speed - 171 km / h, acceleration - 11.8 seconds to "hundreds", city consumption 9.1 liters per 100 km;
The engine (works with automatic transmission) with a working volume of 1.6 liters and 98 hp. Maximum speed - 174 km / h, acceleration - 13.3 seconds to "hundreds", city consumption of 9.9 liters per 100 km;
Engine with a working volume of 1.6 liters and 106 hp Max. speed - 183 km / h
with mechanics: acceleration to "hundreds" - 10.6 seconds, consumption in the city - 8.7 l / 100 km;
with "robot": acceleration to 100 "hundreds" - 12.1 seconds, consumption in the city - 8.7 l / 100 km.
Salon
When choosing between Priora and Grant, one cannot but discuss. There is much less space in the Priora than on the Grant, but the filling is different - even in the days of the pre-styling version, the Priora had a good center console, which would "wipe the nose" of the pre-styling Grant, but the Grant's seats were better than the Priora's.
The restyling of the Priora in 2013 gave the car comfortable seats with a small lateral fixation (in the manner of sports), as well as a modern multimedia system in the maximum configuration. Standing on the maximum configuration of the Grants multimedia display, according to the owners, does not immediately respond to pressing. Granta boasts comfortable seats back in the first generation. In the restyled version, the base turntable remotely began to resemble the new Renault Logan.
Price for minimum and maximum configuration
Production of the Priora has already ended, but car dealerships continue to sell off the rest. The cost of the basic configuration, excluding the discount, is 424,900 rubles, the maximum is 533,400 rubles. Please note that discounts can be very serious (up to 100,000 rubles), and something useful can be relied upon as a gift - insurance or the necessary driver's kit, as well as free service from a dealer for a certain period after purchase.
The cost of the minimum configuration Grants liftback - 419,900 rubles, the maximum - 608,800 rubles. Pre-styling versions are sold at a discount, but not as serious as that of Priora - you can count on a discount of 80,000 rubles from at least one salon.
Trunk
Grants have a trunk volume of the pre-styling version - 440 liters (restyling - 435 liters), with the seats folded out - 760 liters (restyling - 750 liters). The Priora sedan has a trunk volume of 430 liters, but the station wagon may be of interest - the trunk volume is 444 liters, and with the seats folded out - 777 liters.
