"Lada-Largus-Cross": review, specifications, description

When the design does not really matter, and the ground clearance for SUVs is, like the cabin for seven passengers, a huge trunk can be purchased at an affordable price, then this is what all Russian citizens dream of.

After all, as it happens - in winter life stops. At this time, a typical Russian resident of a small town reads newspapers, watching TV, perhaps growing seedlings. But this man will not go to the dacha in the winter. And there are only two reasons for this. Either the country house was not warmed up, or roads had stopped. Recently, AvtoVAZ presented to the entire automotive public a new "Largus". And now the Russian summer owner can not be afraid of bad roads.

The first sales began in February 2015. In this model, the developers have fully considered all the requirements, as well as the wishes of motorists of our country. The car became interesting not only to summer residents, but also to those who like to travel by car. Having a car in the garage, you can forget about the problems of roads and their absence.

Among the competitors to the car "VAZ-Largus" for such a democratic cost only "Kalina-Cross" and several Chinese models. But the fact is that the Chinese do not shine with their reputation. Therefore, it is worthwhile to consider this crossover well.

Marketing course

Probably, the popularity of this car in the general interest to cars that have the characteristics of SUVs. Statistics on sales also show that people are much more willing to buy exactly those models that are in the segment of crossovers and cars with increased cross-country ability.

This trend was also smothered by the marketing specialists of the Volga Automobile Plant. "Crossover" it was "VAZ-Largus" decided not just. By the time when the model was supposed to be presented to the general public, Largus was the most popular among the entire model range of the manufacturer. Among all universals well sold in our country, "Largus" was the leader. Such a popularity wagon received thanks to the army of profile automotive publications and forums on the Internet, where more than once discussed the merits of Logan in a new guise.

The new "Largus" has really become one of the most successful representatives from the whole modern lineup. Body universal allowed to provide the car with good capacity. Under the emblem of the domestic manufacturer, there is a reliable and well-tested construction from the French. The management of AvtoVAZ thus immediately killed two birds with one stone. On the automobile market there was a domestic station wagon in which reliability it is possible not to doubt. On the car "Lada-Largus-Cross" the price is from 600 000 rubles. It is quite affordable for many residents of our country. On the wave of great success of the ordinary "Largus" decided to give the car elements and functions of the SUV and further increase the interest and demand.

Appearance

Automobile reviews always pay attention to appearance and design. Only a cursory glance is enough to note something bestial in the exterior. Even the name seems to have been written out of zoological reference books. Characteristic features now appeared in appearance. But first things first.

If you forget the noisy and beautiful presentation of this novelty and all the good things that were said in the direction of the crossover by the company's management, a small test ("Largus Cross") rather disappointed than confirmed the joy and delight of the development engineers.

Producers promised very much. It was necessary to refine the body of the station wagon. But in the end, all the improvements that should have been added to the car's off-road capability, are the black plastic covers that were put on the front and rear bumpers. Also, the thresholds and wheel arches were painted black, and the door and body frames were also covered with a black film. The only upgrade is an increased ground clearance. On the universal crossover, it is now 170 mm. Also modified and reconfigured the suspension for working outside roads and asphalt.

Complement the appearance of light alloy wheels with a diameter of 16 ", as well as rubber of increased size. At the very same AvtoVAZ set of plastic elements called "aggressive design." Now motorists and owners will somehow have to live with this.

It is a pity only it is not known, in what this aggression, created on the basis of black unpainted plastic is shown. Representatives of the manufacturer could not explain this, especially since there are no special outstanding possibilities for plastics, as well as a weather cloth.

In general, the crossover is a French-Romanian hit Logan MCV from 2006, but with new bumpers and another radiator grille. In appearance, there is not a single gram of any kind of aggression. On the contrary, the appearance is completely utilitarian.

A slightly angular and heavy rear end, vertical racks and trunk doors give the car the look of a commercial bus. Simple optics, flat and flat roof, primitive handles and mirrors - that's what completes the review of the appearance is not the most elegant and elegant car. But some rudeness is still useful for a new SUV.

Interior

Hardly having got into interior, at once you see, that anything global in an interior have not changed. The driver's seat is still as convenient, and also able to keep drivers of all sizes and builds in themselves. In some configurations, the chair can have adjustable lumbar support and a steering column with settings in the vertical plane. To set the position of the seat, you can use simple adjustments. High landing allowed to improve the survey. So, when you sit in the front seat, the review is almost perfect. Even the very wide front pillars do not interfere with the road situation.

The front panel, as, indeed, the electronic equipment, remained the same. Among the features can be distinguished horn. It is installed in French, but for Russian it is a bit unusual. Its button is now in the butt of the right paddle switch.

Finishing features

As for the features that are only in the new crossover cabin, it's leather inserts made of orange leather. These elements designers have designed the backs of the front seats. Also inserts can be found in the shoulder area. Decorative stitch and a cage of the same orange color decorates all the seats. In addition, the bright leather also trimmed the center console and door trim. What the designers thought was difficult to understand. But they still managed to revive the interior of the car "Largus-Cross" a little. Feedback on this from the motorists in general is positive. Although this machine is not purchased because of the interior trim.

Space

That's what, and there is a lot of free space in the 7-seater version.
In general, it is capacity and a large volume - one of the advantages that provide high demand for this universal with the functions of an SUV. Places suffice abundantly in all directions.

On the second row of seats with great comfort three passengers will be located. In this case, landing is not just convenient. Passengers will not interfere with each other. If you install additional seats in the third row, then there will be two more places where even passengers of high stature can sit down freely. But these chairs are located above the axis. Therefore, those sitting will feel the way "on themselves".

Trunk

Like the standard version, the 7-seat Largus-Cross can easily be transformed from a comfortable car for passengers with a luggage compartment of 200 liters capacity to a small commercial truck. As a result, there will be only two seats in the front and 2500 cubic meters for cargo transportation.
The process of transformation is simple and fast. Conveniently, there are different doors with locks at the rear. This greatly facilitates the loading and unloading process.

Ergonomics and complete sets

"Largus-Cross" is built on the basis of the maximum complete sets of the usual "Largus". And this version is very rich. For an affordable price, the future owner will receive air conditioning, two airbags, a leather steering wheel, front seats with a heating function. Mirrors have an electrical adjustment function. Also the car is equipped with a well-sounding audio system. On the roof there are rails. There are ABS and alloy wheels. This is almost an ideal option. Everything is necessary here, but there is nothing superfluous.

If we talk about ergonomic characteristics, then everything here is ambiguous. If you ask the owners about the small shortcomings of the Largus-Cross car, the tip would be about the short cushion of the driver's seat, the sub-optimal profile of the backrest, weak lateral support, cargo landing. Also, the owners write that there is no special space in the second and third rows. In addition to all this, many did not like the new arrangement of the horn button, the controls for the power windows, which are now located on the center console.

But these are trifles. If you ask about the merits of the owners of the car "Largus-Cross", the feedback will be different. So, the car attracts a convenient steering wheel, a clearly working gearbox, perfectly readable devices, a large cargo area when folding the seats. Also, many people are pleased with the low loading height and the rear gate. By the way, they open as much as 180 degrees.

Largus-Cross: technical specifications

For this car, only one unit was allocated. Designers decided to use a 4-cylinder gasoline engine volume of 1.6 liters. The engine is equipped with 16 valves, timing and distributed fuel injection. The maximum possible power, which this unit is capable of, is 105 liters. With., But for this it is necessary to untwist the engine to 3750 rpm.

Together with the power unit, the autoavazovs installed a practically non-alternative five-speed manual gearbox. "Ensemble" of their engine and gearbox allows the car to pick up speed up to 165 km / h. At the same time up to 100 km the car can accelerate in 13 seconds.

Fuel consumption in the city will be about 12 l / 100 km. On the road, the engine consumes about 7.5 liters. But with all this, the cost of the Lada-Largus-Cross car should be taken into account. The price starts from 518 000 rubles.

In move

The engine remained the same. It is not necessary to expect special dynamic characteristics from it. However, if you correctly manage the checkpoint, then in the flow the van is quite maneuverable. Most importantly - in the process of rebuilding do not forget about the large length of the wheelbase and the rear. On the road, the crossover also behaves quite well. Even if you load the trunk as much as possible, then, despite everything, it rides on the asphalt, it goes quite confidently.

Off-road characteristics

Naturally, in a full sense, a new car is difficult to call a crossover. The ground clearance of 175 mm with a fully loaded body is an excellent figure, but it's only necessary to get off-road, as it immediately recalls the distance between the axles, which seriously limits the possibilities. In addition, AvtoVAZ does not plan to produce Largus-Cross 4x4. Still, this machine is positioned as a family economy car. However, this is not only a universal machine with increased capacity. Now in the package there is also increased cross-country ability, as well as survivability.

Suspension here can open completely. It is possible to "smash" it, but it is quite difficult to implement it. In addition, other wheels are installed, which also contributed to the increase in clearance.

In general, such a car for Russian roads and should be at the very beginning. Everything that has been done now could be done much earlier. If you read what the owners of the Largus-Cross car say, the feedback about the car is generally positive. It's almost a foreign car. With this car everything is much easier than with any other models. It is enough to turn the key half a turn, and the engine is immediately started.

The protective body kit fully justifies its purpose. He can easily withstand winter snowdrifts, and will not be scratched from contact with the branches. This is true for summer residents, who regularly go to the sites.

Also positively respond and about patency. Yes, there is no all-wheel drive in the car, even imitating it. But the clearance of 200-odd millimeters is an excellent argument when driving over rough terrain. At AvtoVAZ, we repeat, abandoned the idea of creating a car "Lada-Largus-Cross" 4x4. Test drive showed good opportunities.

On country roads, a five-speed box with short gears is very helpful. However, completely universal solutions are not and can not be. Before the villa will have to go yet and along the highway. The engine spins, and the interior is filled with a buzz.

In winter, care must be taken. All because visibility deteriorates in winter. The janitors quickly frost, and on the left is the untreated zone, behind which even a large truck can hide. In the rear-view mirror , only the headrests and the frozen, swinging doors are visible. The side mirrors quickly get dirty.

The car "Largus-Cross", the technical characteristics of which we examined earlier - is that it is perfect for motorists without special ambitions. The engine is sufficient for roads and off-road. A roomy trunk will be a huge plus for commercial use, for fans of travel and for summer residents. Also, the car will be appreciated by large families whose wealth is above average. Children will appreciate the spaciousness of the salon, men and women will like the excellent sound of the media system. Everyone will like the interior and appearance, as well as the ability to ride without any obstacles on any road surfaces. So "Largus-Cross" is a car for our roads, with a Russian character and affordable cost.