VAZ-21115: characteristics, features

Traditionally, most of the local car market is VAZ products. Next considered VAZ-21115, which is to this day one of the most popular cars, despite the fact that it was withdrawn from production for almost 5 years.

Features

The given model is the Russian subcompact sedan of a class B, entering into a family "Samara-2". She is a descendant of VAZ-21099 and represents his restyling version.

The considered car became the first representative of the family "Samara-2", replacing the line "Sputnik / Samara". It should be noted that among the models included in it, this car has undergone the greatest changes in comparison with its predecessor. At the same time, the similarity between VAZ-21099 and VAZ-21115 is clearly visible. The photos show this.

History

The car began to be produced in 1997. Before 2000, they produced pilot-industrial modifications, and then launched mass production, replacing the engine. At the same time, both cars were produced in parallel until 2004, when the VAZ-21099 was withdrawn from production. In 2007, the engine was replaced, and in 2008 the model underwent an external restyling. In 2012, the car was removed from production.

Body

VAZ-21115 is presented exclusively in a body sedan. Its design inherited the car from its predecessor. At the same time, it was significantly changed by using new body elements. So, the car received a new hood, trunk lid, front fenders, optics, bumpers, spoiler, fairing of door sills, door moldings. In addition, the rear part of the body was reworked, removing the panel between the lanterns, thereby lowering the loading height.

In general, the body shape became smoother. In addition, compared with the VAZ-21099, aerodynamics improved by 5% (from 0.453 to 0.429). In the development of the car, this was given special attention. This affected the distribution of the lift force along the axes, bringing it closer to the ideal.

Dimensions are 4.33 m in length, 1.65 m in width, 1.402 m in height. The wheelbase is 2.46 m, the front track 1.4 m, the rear track 1.37 m. The weight is 1 t.

During the restyling of 2008, door moldings were replaced with more narrow ones painted in body color, and the bumper stripes also began to paint in body color.

Engine

During the production, most VAZ-21115 equipped with three four-cylinder engines.

VAZ-21083. For the pilot-industrial versions, produced the first 3 years, installed a carburetor 1.5 liter engine with a capacity of 72 liters. from. At 5600 rpm, with a torque of 106 Nm at 3500 rpm.

VAZ-2111. This engine replaced the former with the beginning of mass production in 2000. It develops 78 liters. from. At 5400 rpm and 116 Nm at 3000 rpm.

VAZ-21183. This motor came to replace the former in 2007. At a volume of 1.6 liters, its capacity is 82 liters. from. At 5200 rpm, the torque - 120 Nm at 2500 - 2700 rpm.

VAZ-21114. The engine of the same volume develops 82 liters. from. At 5200 rpm and 125 Nm at 3000 rpm.

Some other engines are also less common. Particularly noteworthy versions of the "Super-Auto" and rotary. The first was equipped with engines 21124 from the family 2110 and 21126 from Priora. It also features increased rigidity of the body, due to the extension of the front pillars and the modified carcass, and improved quality due to the common bulkhead. Finally, the car has a modified suspension and 14-inch wheels. And if this modification was produced small-scale, so there are such cars on the market, then it is very difficult to find a rotary version of the VAZ-21115 equipped with the engine of the RPD 415.

Transmission

For the car was only available 5-speed manual. The drive is exclusively front.

Chassis

The car completely borrowed the suspension from its predecessor. Front suspension type McPherson, rear - beam.

The car was fitted with 13-inch wheels measuring 175/70.

Brakes in front - disc, rear - drum.

The clearance is 170 mm.

Interior

Compared with its predecessor, the VAZ-21115 significantly improved the interior. So, the car got a more modern panel. It is more ergonomic and less noisy. In addition, the car was equipped with an adjustable steering column from VAZ-2110, a more efficient heater. Finally, the information content increased due to more indicators.

At the same time, the interior remained the same in size. That is, there is little space in it due to the dimensions of the car.

The luggage compartment grew up to 427 liters. In addition, as noted above, the convenience of loading has been greatly improved due to a reduction in loading height.

Driving performance

The production of VAZ has traditionally been characterized by a low level of operational properties, only the latest models have come close to world analogues. Not an exception and VAZ-21115. Technical characteristics of engines, as it is understandable, can not provide high dynamic qualities. With any of the engines reviewed, acceleration to 100 km / h takes more than 13 seconds. The maximum speed is about 160 km / h. In this case, among the VAZ models, the Sputnik family cars also had good controllability. In the model under consideration, it is at the same level, since it has received the same running gear. Also a smooth ride, but the car is very noisy. Due to its high ground clearance, good geometry and strong suspension, the car has very good cross-country ability for passenger cars.

Cost

The price of most cars is up to 150 thousand rubles. But the improved equipment will cost up to 200 thousand.

Exploitation

The model in question is simple and economical in operation. First, thanks to low-power engines and low weight, the VAZ-21115 spends a little fuel. Secondly, it is simple and inexpensive to even overhaul the car. This is due to many reasons:

• The machine has a simple design and minimal equipment;
• Spare parts are very inexpensive;
• Due to the fact that the local market is very popular VAZ-21115, the characteristics, features and weaknesses are well known;
• Everywhere you can find parts.

Despite the low consumer quality, there are few extremely negative reviews about the car. This is due to the fact that, both during production and now, this is one of the cheapest in terms of cost and operation of cars on the market, and its shortcomings are well known. Therefore, buyers know what they are dealing with. And the reliability problem is compensated by high maintainability and cheapness. Even in times of production, new cars differed from one another in the quality of assembly. Now their condition is determined by the quality of service and operation.