June 12, 2016
Clearance (ground clearance) on Lada Xray
The clearance of the Lada X Rey is still a matter of debate. Therefore, it is worth evaluating its performance not biasedly, evaluating not only the volume, but also the convenience.Ground clearance- one of the defining parameters for a modern crossover. For the same reason, Lada X Rey is often among the SUVs. However, AvtoVAZ has already closed this issue, openly stating that X Ray is not a crossover, but just a tall hatchback. Nevertheless, clearance LADA Xray quite decent and can give odds even to some SUVs. But after all, such a feature has already become traditional for VAZ, which produces cars oriented towards driving in Russia, and not only, and not always on flat highways, rather the opposite. So what about the ground clearance of the domestic hatchback?
With this direct statement, AvtoVAZ stopped all sorts of gossip about the Lada X Rey niche.
A bit of terminology
Clearance is the distance from the surface of the coating under the car to its lowest point. This indicator not only characterizes the passability of the machine, but is also responsible for stability.
Clearance Lada X Ray
The manufacturer estimated this figure at 195 mm. In general, this is quite enough to confidently move around not only in the megalopolis, with its usual obstacles, but also in the village, where the pavers could not reach at all. It is not surprising that many residents from such towns are looking in the direction of X Ray.
The parameters of the Lada X Rey are very decent for its segment.
However, there are often cases when the ground clearance declared by the manufacturer was not entirely correct. Hasn't the same happened with LADA XRay? In addition, ground clearance alone does not guarantee confident movement. Other indicators are also important - angles, overhangs, etc.
The photo clearly shows the small overhangs of the Lada X Rey body.
Ground clearance characteristics Lada X Rey:
Clearance - 195 mm;
Entry angle - 21 °;
Departure angle - 34 °;
Front overhang - 830 mm;
Rear exit - 743 mm;
The short overhang and decent ground clearance of LADA XRay allow you to park without paying attention to many obstacles.
However, you should not completely trust the factory data. It is recommended to inspect the clearance value by measuring it in different positions. This is exactly what the journalists of the ZaRulem publication did. The result of their check was the following figures for the ground clearance of LADA XRay:
From protection of the power unit (crankcase) - 190 mm;
From the rear axle level - 200 mm;
In the center of the body - 205 mm;
From the overhang of the bumper (front) - 245 mm.
Comparison of the ground clearance of LADA XRay depending on the measurement method with competitors.
In general, a decent, especially for a hatchback, ground clearance of the Lada X Rey can be noted. In addition, it is complemented by impressive entry and exit angles, as well as small body overhangs (especially at the rear), which allows you to drive on a bumpy road without risking damage to the bumper, although it is recommended to be careful with the longer front one. In addition, do not forget that the amount of ground clearance can be varied by installing other wheels and tires.
One of possible options increasing the clearance of Lada X Rey from the Kolesa.ru portal.
The exterior design of the Lada X Rey is truly stylish and is part of a new style that will be applied to other cars of the company, and will also be improved. The front has an “X” design, which is accentuated by powerful chrome accents. Perhaps the most expensive and interesting element is the headlights. They have an interesting, beautiful pattern and a fairly powerful filling. The radiator grille is wide with a mesh structure. Front bumper partly made in a sporty style, a wide lower air intake and fog lights on the sides. The silhouette of the letter "X" is stamped in profile across the entire width of the hatchback. The rear part has a harmonious relief, at the same time it is quite simple. Rear bumper with bottom protection, taillights very compact L-shaped.
The interior of the Lada X Rey salon is simple, but includes various lines to emphasize design elements, for this, a few inserts are also used. Dashboard consists of a large well in which there are two devices for displaying information, on the right side there is an on-board computer screen. Wheel convenient, with control buttons. The center console includes an infotainment system screen that allows you to control not only multimedia, but also settings, as well as some of the car's functionality. Directly below the screen, closer to the selector area, is a compact climate control panel. The front seats have good lateral support. The rear row of seats provides ample space for both the head and knees of passengers. Luggage compartment with a volume of 361 liters, with the seats folded down already 1207 liters.Lada X Rey - prices and configurations
Lada X Ray is offered at a low price. There are four trim levels for it: Optima, Optima Advanced, Luxe and Luxe Prestige. The line of engines includes two atmospheric power units, paired with them can work or robotic 5 stepped box gears or mechanics, also in 5 steps.
The basic version doesn't have the most impressive equipment, but the standard equipment includes security systems and a decent audio system. Optima Advanced is well equipped. The most optimal Luxe grade. In this case, it is worth purchasing the maximum version, since it is not much more expensive, and the equipment is much better.
The Luxe Prestige package is really well equipped. Standard equipment includes: climate control, power steering, on-board computer, rear parking aid, rear view camera, cooled glove box, tinted windows, steering wheel height and reach. Exterior: alloy wheels 17-inch. Salon: fabric upholstery, multifunctional steering wheel, heated front seats, front and rear power windows, third rear headrest. Overview: light and rain sensors, fog lights, power mirrors and heated mirrors, heating windshield... Multimedia: Navigation system, CD audio system, Bluetooth, USB, AUX, 12V socket.
More details about the prices and trim levels of Lada X Rey in the table below:
| Equipment | Engine | Box | Drive unit | Consumption, l | Acceleration to 100, s. | Price, p. |
| Optima | 1.6 106 HP petrol | Mechanics | front | 9.3/5.9 | 11.4 | 599 900 |
| Optima Advanced | 1.6 106 HP petrol | Mechanics | front | 9.3/5.9 | 11.4 | 660 900 |
| 1.8 122 HP petrol | Mechanics | front | 9.3/5.8 | 10.3 | 685 900 | |
| 1.8 122 HP petrol | robot | front | 8.6/5.8 | 10.9 | 710 900 | |
| Luxe | 1.6 106 HP petrol | Mechanics | front | 9.3/5.9 | 11.4 | 710 900 |
| 1.8 122 HP petrol | Mechanics | front | 9.3/5.8 | 10.3 | 735 900 | |
| 1.8 122 HP petrol | robot | front | 8.6/5.8 | 10.9 | 760 900 | |
| Luxe Prestige | 1.6 106 HP petrol | Mechanics | front | 9.3/5.9 | 11.4 | 739 900 |
| 1.8 122 HP petrol | Mechanics | front | 9.3/5.8 | 10.3 | 773 900 | |
| 1.8 122 HP petrol | robot | front | 8.6/5.8 | 10.9 | 798 900 |
Lada X Rey - specifications
Lada X Ray is offered with only two engines. The first fairly well-known 1.6 liter with a capacity of 106 hp. It is naturally aspirated and only works in tandem with a 5-speed manual transmission. Shows good dynamics, acceleration to 100 km / h takes 11.4 seconds. The maximum torque is 148 Nm at 4200 rpm.
The second engine - 1.8 liter, with a capacity of 122 hp, shows even better dynamics, while also being naturally aspirated. Acceleration to 100 km / h takes 10.3 seconds, with the robot already 10.9. But at the same time, with a robotic gearbox, it shows very low consumption fuel. The maximum torque is 170 Nm at 3750 rpm.
The suspension of the car is quite suitable for its class budget car, but at the same time it has special settings. Front - independent, spring type MacPherson. Rear - semi-dependent, lever, spring with hydraulic or gas-filled telescopic shock absorbers. Another important point is manageability. It has been brought to a fairly good level. The vehicle has a small turning radius.
In more detail about the technical characteristics of Lada X Rey in the table below:
| Technical Lada characteristics XRAY hatchback | |||
| Engine | 1.6 AT 106 HP | 1.8 MT 122 HP | 1.8 AMT 122 HP |
| general information | |||
| Country brand | Russia | ||
| Vehicle class | V | ||
| Number of doors | 5 | ||
| Number of seats | 5 | ||
| Performance indicators | |||
| Maximum speed, km / h | 176 | 179 | 186 |
| Acceleration to 100 km / h, s | 11.4 | 10.3 | 10.9 |
| Fuel consumption, l city / highway / mixed | 9.3/5.9/7.2 | 9.3/5.8/7.1 | 8.6/5.8/6.8 |
| Fuel grade | AI-95 | AI-92 | AI-92 |
| Environmental class | - | Euro 5 | - |
| CO2 emissions in g / km | - | - | - |
| Engine | |||
| engine's type | petrol | petrol | |
| Engine location | front, transverse | front, transverse | |
| Engine volume, cm³ | 1596 | 1774 | |
| Pressurization type | No | No | |
| Maximum power, hp / kW at rpm | 106/78 at 5800 | 122/90 at 6050 | |
| Maximum torque, N * m at rpm | 148 at 4200 | 170 at 3700 | |
| Arrangement of cylinders | inline | inline | |
| Number of cylinders | 4 | 4 | |
| Number of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 | |
| Engine power system | distributed injection (multipoint) | ||
| Compression ratio | 10.5 | 10.5 | |
| Cylinder diameter and piston stroke, mm | 82 × 75.6 | 82 × 84 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Transmission | Mechanics | Mechanics | robot |
| Number of gears | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| type of drive | front | front | front |
| Dimensions in mm | |||
| Length | 4165 | ||
| Width | 1764 | ||
| Height | 1570 | ||
| Wheelbase | 2592 | ||
| Clearance | 195 | ||
| Front track width | 1484 | ||
| Rear track width | 1524 | ||
| Wheel dimensions | 195/65 / R15, 205/55 / R16, 205/50 / R17 | ||
| Volume and mass | |||
| Volume fuel tank, l | 50 | ||
| Curb weight, kg | 1190 | 1190 | 1217 |
| Full mass, kg | 1650 | 1650 | 1722 |
| Trunk volume min / max, l | 361/1207 | ||
| Suspension and brakes | |||
| Front suspension type | independent, spring | ||
| Rear suspension type | semi-independent, spring | ||
| Front brakes | ventilated disc | ||
| Rear brakes | drum | ||
Lada X Rey - dignity
Lada X Ray is a car designed for domestic operating conditions. At the same time, he has a good pleasant appearance, a functional interior. For him, dynamic engines are presented, but most importantly also economical ones, especially in versions with a robotic gearbox. The configurations are well-equipped; you can even find a navigation system and other very interesting equipment in them. For winter time already in configuration Optima Advanced can be seen heated seats and mirrors. The suspension has the appropriate settings for the most comfortable movement, including on poor road surfaces, and the high ground clearance allows you to move on light off-road.
Lada X Rey - possible competitors
Competitors Lada xray- these are mainly Korean and American hatchbacks, which are quite popular on Russian market and are in a similar price range.
Hyundai Solaris is one of the main competitors in the Russian market. Has an elegant exterior design, calm and pleasant interior. There are very rich configurations for the car, although their cost is much higher than that of the X-Ray. In comparable cost trim levels, the X-Ray significantly outperforms the Solaris.
Kia Ceed is a fairly popular hatchback. It has a stylish appearance with various decorative details. He has good equipment and dynamic engines. The filling of the complete sets is also quite good, but it is a little more expensive than the X-Ray.
Ford Fiesta is an American hatchback that has a very bright and attractive appearance. The interior is also impressive, especially in the two-tone versions. Two engines and two high efficiency transmissions are available for the car, which provide good dynamics and very low fuel consumption.
Renault Sandero Stepway - special version the usual Sandero. It features a more interesting exterior and improved interior. An off-road body kit is also available for it. It has at its disposal fairly dynamic engines and modern, efficient transmissions. Loses XRay in the equipment of the complete sets.
Lada X Ray - fuel consumption
Two available engine for Lada x-ray show a very good indicator of fuel consumption. Power unit with a power of 106 hp, shows 7.2 liters in a combined cycle per 100 kilometers. The older engine with a displacement of 1.8 liters in combination with mechanics shows 7.1 liters, and with the robot it is already 6.8 liters.
Lada X Rey - photo
Lada X Ray - clearance
The ground clearance of the Lada Xray hatchback is very impressive, it is equal to 195 mm. This indicator is quite enough for an urban environment and for light off-road conditions.
Lada X Rey - owner reviews
In this article, you can leave a review about the Lada XRay.
Below is about a regular hatchback
A high SUV-style hatchback, as the company calls Lada Xray, is built on the basis of nodes platforms B0... The chassis combines "high ground clearance, good handling and energy consumption." Front suspension - independent, type McPherson, on a stretcher; back - elastic beam with a track increased by 37 mm. The spring and damper settings have been re-created. By the way, the original S-shaped rear springs Mubea with folded support coil and Tenecco gas-filled shock absorbers.
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Initially, X Ray will only be front-wheel drive, but an all-wheel drive modification may appear in 2018.
Full weight Lada Xray 2018 is 1,650 kg, empty - up to 1,200 kg (unladen weight is the mass of the car excluding cargo and passengers, but taking into account the driver's weight 75 kg, the fuel mass corresponding to 90% of the fuel tank capacity specified by the manufacturer, and coolant, grease, tools and spare wheel if available).
In front disk brakes, rear - drum.
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Dimensions (edit)
Overall length Lada Xray is 4,165 mm, width (along the rear wheel arches) - 1,764 mm, height with unladen weight * and without roof rails - 1,570 mm. The length of the wheelbase is 2 592 mm.
For comparison: Renault Sandero Stepway has the following characteristics: 4,080 x 1,757 x 1,618 mm; 2 589 mm.
Ground clearance for cars "soplatformennikov" the same - 195 mm.
Weight distribution to front and rear axles is 51 and 49%
Front track of Lada Xray - 1592 mm for 15 ″ disks; 1,484 mm for 16 "discs. The rear track is 1,532 and 1,524 mm respectively.
Front overhang - 830 mm, rear - 743 mm. The angle of entry / exit when empty is 21/34 degrees.
Volume luggage compartment in the passenger version - 361 liters; with folded rear seats- 1 207 liters; with rear and front folded passenger seats- 1 514 liters.
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Engines
For Lada Xray 2018 is provided three power units:
HR16 1.6 liter 110 hp engine with. (Alliance development) and a five-speed manual transmission (Alliance development) - from June 2016 out of production;
Engine 21129 with a volume of 1.6 liters and a capacity of 106 liters. with. (Lada development) and manual transmission (Alliance development);
Engine 21179 with a volume of 1.8 liters and a capacity of 122 liters. with. (Lada development) and robotic box gears (Lada development). In the fall of 2016, the "mechanics" became available with this engine (see test drive)
The least powerful version of XRay overclocks from a place to a hundred kilometers per hour in 11.9 seconds (mechanics), a modification with a 114-horsepower engine - in 10.3 seconds (mechanics), and the top-end version with a 1.8-liter engine in combination with a "robot" - in 10.9 seconds.
The base engine for X Ray will be VAZ 16-valve unit with a volume of 1.6 liters... The motor power will be 106 h.p.., and it will be aggregated by a French JR5 manual transmission assembled at AVTOVAZ. It was decided to abandon the VAZ "mechanics" because of its noise. The maximum speed is 170 km / h. Consumption 7.5 liters. Price 589 thousand rubles.
The second engine for LADA XRAY 2018 is a "bundle of the" Nissan "H4 engine, also localized at the VAZ, and all the same" mechanics "JR5". Obviously, we are talking about 1.6-liter petrol unit with a capacity of 110 hp... It is also installed on the Nissan Senta, although it is not it that produces 114 hp. 4 "horses" disappeared due to "adaptation". Mixed style consumption is 6.9 liters. Price from 639 thousand rubles. — out of production
The third engine for LADA XRAY - VAZ unit 1.8 L, producing 122 hp. and working in tandem with VAZ automated mechanical transmission (AMT). With this engine "X-Ray" will accelerate to "hundreds" in 10.9 seconds, and its maximum speed will be 183 km / h. Fuel consumption - 7.1 liters. Price from 669 thousand rubles.
Suspension the VAZ novelty is borrowed from Renault Sandero (a new Lada is being built on the basis of the hatch), while it has different springs and shock absorbers, as a result of which XRAY “has completely lost the legendary“ Logan's ”roll."
An important point on the Lada X Ray is non-switchable traction control system TCS (or traction control as many call it). This system prevents wheel spin and loss of traction, but sometimes it still interferes, for example, you can simply get stuck in the snow, as the wheels will slip and the system will block them. This flaw was clearly shown in comparative test"Auto Review" (moment at 8:15 minutes):
In fairness, it should be noted that the factory knows the problem and promises to install a shutdown button traction control already in the summer of 2016.
Updated by: which was done in October 2016:
Lada xray cross
LADA XRAY will be offered only with front wheel drive, in 2018, the all-wheel drive XRAY Cross 4x4, with similar technical characteristics, was supposed to appear on sale, but later AvtoVAZ decided to abandon the all-wheel drive modification. As a result, Lada X Ray Cross will front wheel drive only and the only difference from the usual Xray hatchback will be plastic body kit and basic roof rails on the roof.
Basic price Lada Xray: from 589 thousand rubles, configuration and prices:
Guarantee 3 years
According to preliminary information, basic modification Lada XRAY models will include two airbags, a stabilization system, an audio system with a Bluetooth transmitter, LED running lights, front power windows, ERA-GLONASS system and central locking with remote control... Cars with Renault-Nissan engines will be equipped with air conditioning and heated front seats.
Below is outdated information!
If we talk about the technical characteristics of Lada Xray, then Bu Andresson, president of AvtoVAZ, said that it is planned to release four versions of Lada Xray. It is reported that all of them will have excellent qualities and technical characteristics inherent in SUVs. For example, such as high permeability. Andresson emphasized that it is "at the DNA level."
Dimensions (edit)
As it was already known, the front-wheel-drive version of the Lada X Ray 2017, which will have a Renault Sandero platform and a hatchback body, will be the first to be produced. The body length of this model will be 4.20 m, and its wheelbase - 2.60 m. Next, the production of the Xray Cross SUV, based on the Renault Duster with two drive options - front and full. There is no information yet about which of the options will be available at the base price, which became known earlier - 500 thousand rubles.
Engines
There is no information yet about the technical characteristics of the Lada X Ray, but there is information that the engine range will consist of a 1.6 - liter gasoline engine power 114 Horse power, as well as a 5-stage mechanical box gear. Other options may appear in the future.
It was originally planned to start production of cars in late 2015 - early 2016, however, according to new data, the Lada Xray model will begin mass production in October next year. Production will be set up at the facilities of the enterprise in Togliatti and Kazakhstan.
Specifications Lada Xray Cross 4x4 2017
But about specifications Lada Xray Cross 4x4 so far there is no information at all except the words of Bo Andersson that the Cross version will be no worse in cross-country ability than its brother Renault Duster and will be produced in 2016.
The new Russian SUV was equipped with a system that allows the car to provide 200 mm more ground clearance. They decided to be the first to "pump" LADA XRAY in the cultural capital of Russia.
Craftsmen from St. Petersburg decided to modify the new Russian compact crossover. The manufacturer of air suspension for different brands and models of cars and trucks Aride. With the system implemented in LADA XRAY, its ground clearance has increased to a record 400 mm. With such ground clearance, this car is ready to compete for the title of the highest urban crossover. In addition, the vehicle has increased its carrying capacity. Now the driver can take on board the maximum amount of cargo without fear of hitting the mud flaps on the asphalt. Together with the new functions that were recently introduced by AVTOVAZ, the air suspension will make it possible to make a front-wheel drive SUV out of an urban crossover. 
The very "recipe" for increasing the clearance has long been known to drivers of buses, trucks and fans of "understated" cars. The first two categories set this system up for a practical purpose and use it to improve load capacity. Second, they use air suspension mainly at demonstrations, where an understated car is of particular value.
So the practical application of the latter is a rare case in operation. By design, experts distinguish between two types of suspension. The first is an auxiliary one, where the air element is installed in addition to the main element such as a spring or spring. It performs an auxiliary function and only takes on a portion of the vehicle's weight. The second is the main air suspension, when the stops support the full weight of the car. With this design, the weight of the entire vehicle is supported by air springs.
The compact crossover LADA XRAY is equipped with the latest type and allows not only to raise, but also to lower the car as much as possible.
Buying a set of air suspension for a Russian crossover will not be taken seriously by most. Nevertheless, in the presence of good geometric cross-country ability and electronic assistants, the modified car is able to surprise with its capabilities. The main thing is the competent use of the full potential of this device.
Articles about tuning Lada Xray
It's that simple! Pneumatic stops will help to overcome various obstacles precisely because of the ability to change the vehicle's ride height at the right time. For example, if a driver wants to drive through deep snow and increases the ground clearance to a maximum of 400 mm, then when he gets stuck, his own system will save him. The driver will just need to “bleed” the air from the “pillows” and the snow will be washed under the weight of the car. By increasing the ground clearance to the previous height, the car will be able to pick up the obstacle on the move again without any problems. Diagonal hanging for such a car is also not a problem - the sagging strut is pumped up so that the wheel touches the ground, and the car is ready to leave even without traction control.
The cost of the kit for LADA XRAY is about 100,000 rubles. Such a kit is far from the most affordable device for owners. compact crossover, but its presence can increase the capabilities of the car by an order of magnitude.
However, a clearance of 195 (or 190) millimeters is quite enough for Russian roads, even somewhere in the outback. The hatchback confidently overcomes obstacles and bumps on rough terrain, and the driver does not need to listen, holding his breath, if the car has sat on the bottom. Still, do not forget that X Ray is not a full-fledged SUV or even a crossover. Manufacturers have repeatedly explained - this is just a tall hatchback. Therefore, the vehicle's clearance can be called sufficient.
In the process of adapting the platform for the X-Ray production, the designers decided to change the steering settings. In practice, it turned out that it added more than just positive aspects. Yes, steering X Ray is slightly sharper than Renault Sandero Stepway. However, this had to pay off with the comfort of the driver. The fact is that due to the changed settings, all the irregularities are very clearly transmitted to the steering wheel.
Apparently, the designers decided that their brainchild would be used mainly for active driving on city asphalt. This, by the way, is facilitated by a fairly powerful 122-horsepower 1.8-liter engine. Sharp handling combined with good dynamics is a really great option for driving around town. Well, for the conquest of serious off-road there are many other cars.
