Every motorist once, but faced with the problem of choice technical means. The reasons are different: prices, modifications, personal wishes, condition, mileage, etc.

Grant, regardless of the modification, was originally endowed with a stylish form. Added DRL, improved lighting, bumper shape, optics. Choice in favor of Lada.

Interior

Inside the cabin, the situation looks drastic. After restyling in 2014, the VAZ-2170 modernized the interior, improved the quality of finishing materials, the so-called “soft-look”.

VAZ-2190 looks rather faded in comparison with its predecessor. Simply designed dashboard, torpedo, central channel. Possibly compensation in the form spacious interior covers the previous deficiency.

Price and quality

In comparison, which is better than Priora or Grant liftback, the “novelty” definitely wins. The basic configuration of Priora is priced equal to the cost of Grants in top-end equipment. Such a paradox pricing policy explained quite simply - the minimum number of small components that are replaced by large ones. Thus, it was possible to reduce the noise level, the cost of the machine.

Complete set

The predecessor of the VAZ-2190 has only two configurations: "Norma", "Lux". Grante added one more: "Standard" - this is the most budgetary equipment. But it also looks much better than Priora. The next two modifications of the VAZ-2190 differ little from each other.

Available options:
front airbag;
electric power steering;
on-board computer and multimedia system;
heated front seats.

Specifications

A criterion that worries most motorists, buyers of the brand. So let's start with optics. The opinions of experts are divided into two opposing camps:

• VAZ - 2170: high beam quality;
• Lada - 2190: low beam quality.

Priora's victory is reinforced by the autonomy of each of the socles in optics, which reduces the cost of construction and cost in general.

ride height

Trunk

Priora hatchback or Grant liftback: the undeniable advantage of Lada Grant in volume luggage compartment. It is 525 liters (700 liters folded). While Priory has only 440 liters.

Suspension

The increased travel of the steering rack increases the Priora's controllability. She becomes more obedient in turns, maneuvers. Odds ratio: 3.1 vs. 4.1, respectively.

Grant, on the contrary, rolls, is ideal for a moderate driving style. Already at speeds above 120 km / h, slight vehicle rolls and a decrease in control efficiency are noticeable. We are talking about a stock configuration, in the "Sport" the characteristics are different.

Engine

Special differences in power plants there is no between Grant and Priora, since they are made using identical technologies. In the Sport configuration, the 16-valve VAZ-2190 is faster and faster than its predecessor.
The lineup motors: 82 / 87 / 98 / 106 hp, the last two with additional noise insulation. Fuel consumption in the urban cycle is at the level of 9 - 10 liters, which is within the permissible norm for this class of car.

Transmission

Despite the identical design of the VAZ-2170 and VAZ-2190 checkpoints, the latter outperforms in performance. The upgraded, modified version of the VAZ-2108 clearly and easily shifts gears. In addition, the Grant is equipped with both manual and automatic transmissions. In Priora, only a variant of mechanics.

Prices

In the primary market, Priora is 60-80 thousand rubles more expensive than the basic Lada Granta. The difference in the cost of Priora with mileage from Grants is within 50 - 55 thousand rubles.

Priora hatchback or grant liftback which is better: there is no definite answer, in each case individually.

The build quality factor has a lot to do with it.

For tall drivers - Granta perfect option, as it provides more space, including on back row seats. Priora is still attracted by the power of the motor, a long service life, and fewer flaws.

It is possible that Granta will also take time to improve, and in a few years it will become a favorite.

To understand which car is better, let's analyze them by technical facts in this article. Granta until 2013, or '14, was more budgetary than Priora. What is better, a frank 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 budget, or even with a hint of a good closing of the doors! Priora, even in restyling, did not receive such improvements. Choosing a car for yourself domestic production, several "looked at" cars immediately stand out.

Priora until 2018 was made in bodies, hatchback, station wagon and coupe. Granta comes in Hatchback, Liftback, sedan or Sport bodies. Priora in the back of a liftback was not produced, and then you 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 there is a comparison of the prices of cars. Suite at Grants costs the same as the cost of Priora basic configuration, but this should not be a decisive factor when choosing. Remember, when it comes to inspecting the car and the act of acceptance and transfer, a lot will depend on the build quality - it varies 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: Grant liftback or Priora station wagon - "there is no comrade for the taste and color." It will suffice 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 has undergone minor changes, but still someone recognized the "ten". In 2013, a restyling took place, DRL was added to the “droplet headlights”, changed rear lights 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). Serial production started in 2014 Granta liftback(received the number VAZ-2191). In 2018, there was a global restyling of the entire Grant line and their design has undergone significant changes, now the car has begun to look more aggressive and modern.

Comparison of bodies and wheelbase

Continuing to think about what is better: a Grant liftback or a Priora sedan, we also pay attention to dimensional parameters: it should not be cramped in your favorite car.

For Lada Priora in a 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 dimensions of the bodies of the two models are approximately the same (except that the Grant is higher), but at the same time, the Grant looks larger than the Priora due to the raised hood and wider grille. In the liftback body, 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 a little higher than the Grants in other bodies. The wheelbase of the Grants is about 1.5 cm longer, which is not so much felt 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 paintwork. How the car will look after several years of operation depends on the thickness of the metal and the thickness of the paintwork (and the quality of its application). The thickness of the metal also provides passive safety- the larger it is, the less damage from an accident.

At Grants, the 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 thickness of the metal is 0.6 mm. At Priora, the thickness of the paintwork is from 67 to 100 microns, the thickness of the metal is 0.8 mm.

gas tanks

The gas tank of the Lada Priore was inherited from its predecessor - the VAZ-2108, the first generation Samara. For a very long time, the volume of the tank on VAZ cars did not change and remained the same - 43 liters. The Lada Grant has an enlarged gas tank with a volume of 50 liters.

Chassis, ground clearance

Priora has a clearance of 165 mm in the pre-styling version and 170 mm in the restyled version. The chassis is extremely simple: the front suspension is independent spring, the rear suspension is semi-independent spring. There are ventilated disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear.

Grants in the liftback body had a clearance in the pre-styling version of 160 mm, in a restyled version - 190 mm. Grants have front suspension - independent spring production by McPherson, rear - semi-independent spring. New front strut mounts were installed, the longitudinal stabilizer was increased and finalized roll stability. The front brakes are ventilated disc, rear - drum.

Both front wheel drive car are urban, and in terms of cross-country ability in the countryside, Lada Priora is still inferior to the restyled Grant liftback. Thanks to an improved suspension and greater ground clearance, the restyled Grant goes through potholes and pits better than the pre-styling 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 bearings. Since 2013, a five-speed robotic has also been installed on the car, which was developed on the basis of a closed project manual transmission. It has been refined so well that it reduces consumption when traveling around the city by 1 liter per 100 km, but it also has errors after several thousand km of driving around the city - an electronics error.

In the Grant, you can choose:

A five-speed manual transmission (developed by AvtoVAZ, index - VAZ-2181. Equipped with a new gear selection mechanism, a two-cone synchronizer of the first and second gears, cable drive and reduced filling capacity);
Five-speed "clean" automatic transmission (developed by Jatco based on the automatic transmission project of the 90s);
A 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 an automatic transmission - despite the fact that the box is built on the basis of an automatic transmission of the 90s, it works very well.

Motor characteristics and fuel consumption

The pre-styling Priora works with eight-valve engines:

With a power of 81 hp Max speed- 172 km / h. Accelerates to hundreds in 13.5 s. Fuel consumption in the city per 100 km - 9.8 liters;
Engine displacement of 1.6 liters with a power of 87 hp. Maximum speed - 176 km / h. Up to a hundred - 12.6 s. Consumption in the city - 8.6 liters per 100 km;
Engine displacement of 1.6 liters with a power of 98 hp. Maximum speed - 183 km / h. Up to 100 km / h will accelerate in 11.5 s. Consumption in the city - 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. Maximum speed - 183 km / h. It accelerates to “hundreds” in 11.5 seconds. In urban mode, it consumes 8.9 liters per 100.
"Engine" with a volume of 1.6 liters with a capacity of 98 hp. Maximum speed - 183 km / h. Up to 100 km / h accelerates 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. It consumes 7.2 liters per 100 km in the combined cycle. This is the sport version Lada Priora sport.

The following is put on the pre-styling Grant:

Engine 21116/11186 only with manual transmission: 8 valves, 87 hp With. (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 dynamic boost system
with mechanics: Maximum speed - 179 km / h, acceleration to 100 km / h - 10.9 seconds, city consumption - 8.6 l / 100 km;

with a "robot": Maximum speed - 179 km / h, acceleration to 100 km / h - 12.3 seconds, city consumption - 9 l / 100 km.

On the restyled Grant is put:

Engine (works with manual transmission) with a working volume of 1.6 liters with a power of 87 hp. Maximum speed - 171 km / h, acceleration - 11.8 seconds to "hundreds", consumption in the city 9.1 liters per 100 km;

Engine (works with automatic transmission) with a working volume of 1.6 liters with a capacity of 98 hp. Maximum speed - 174 km / h, acceleration - 13.3 seconds to "hundreds", consumption in the city 9.9 liters per 100 km;
Engine displacement of 1.6 liters with a capacity of 106 hp. Max. speed - 183 km / h
with mechanics: acceleration to “hundreds” - 10.6 seconds, city consumption - 8.7 l / 100 km;

with a "robot": acceleration to 100 "hundreds" - 12.1 seconds, city consumption - 8.7 l / 100 km.

Salon

When choosing between Priora and Grant, it is impossible not to discuss. There is much less space in Priora than on Grant, but the content is different - Priora, back in the days of the pre-styling version, had a good center console that would “wipe the nose” of the pre-styling Grant, but Grant’s seats were better than those of Priora.

Restyling Priora in 2013 gave the car comfortable seats with a slight lateral fixation (in the manner of sports), as well as a modern multimedia system in maximum configuration. Standing on the maximum configuration Grants multimedia display, according to the owners, does not immediately respond to pressing. Grant can boast comfortable seats in the first generation. In the restyled version, the base player remotely began to resemble new Renault logan.

Price for minimum and maximum configuration

Production of Priora has already ended, but car dealerships continue to sell off the remnants. The cost of the basic configuration, excluding discounts, 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 on as a gift - insurance or necessary set driver, as well as free service at the dealer for a certain period after purchase.

Price minimum configuration Liftback grants - 419,900 rubles, 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 unfolded - 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 unfolded - 777 liters.

Often people who decide to buy a car face hard choice. Which car is better domestic or foreign? New or already used? Which car is the leader or, on the contrary, is not very popular? Let's try to understand this difficult situation and give novice car owners some practical advice.

Unfortunately, another round of the economic crisis has led to the fact that the leading popular brands of foreign cars have become practically inaccessible to the average Russian buyer. And he more and more often began to turn his eyes towards domestic auto products.

As a result, interest in our cars has increased, and sales have begun to grow steadily. Moreover, right on time, the leader of the Russian car industry AVTOVAZ launched several new models on the market and produced major updates already existing.

We can safely say that the most purchased cars in 2015 were the Lada Granta and Lada Priora models. Let's take a closer look at these machines, compare their prices and features. Let's determine what is better than Priora or Grant?

By what parameters will we compare Grant and Priora?

By and large, each of these models occupies its own niche in the car market and it is probably not ethical enough to compare them. But it is precisely this question that constantly worries our audience.

So Lada Priora is a logical continuation of the tenth model already discontinued. Its logical modification, the outlines of which clearly appear in the silhouette of Priora. And Lada Granta was conceived and was executed as completely new car, designed to replace the outdated "classics" on the market. Let's go towards consumer demand and look for the answer to the question: "What better than Grant or Prior? just by comparing these cars.

Appearance comparison

Let's start, as usual, with the appearance of cars. Let's see what options for the interior and exterior are offered to us. Priora has the outlines of a classic sedan, a bit like its predecessor. The shape of her body, unfortunately, can no longer be called modern, it is most likely more traditional.

Despite the restyling of the model in 2014, the body has not undergone major changes. Priora received new headlights, a new bumper and rear dimensions. The car looks better, but not by much. But inside there were more drastic changes.

New materials of the “soft-look” line were applied and the interior began to look much richer. Although the old problems remain - if you have impressive dimensions, then you driving seat it will be a little tight.

But Grants has more than enough space, the interior is spacious and comfortable. The picture is spoiled by cheap plastic from which the instrument panel is made.

I want to talk about the appearance separately. It is modern, stylish and interesting. The car has swift contours, original headlights and bumpers, new running lights. And Lada Granta, produced in a liftback body, is practically indistinguishable from a good foreign car. Comparing Grant or Prior, which looks better, of course, Lada Grant wins.

Comparison of trim levels and prices Grants and Priors

Now for the packages and prices. Lada Priora is the only car in our country, which is available in four body styles - sedan, hatchback, station wagon and coupe. If you are a fan of station wagons, then Priora has no competitors.

Grant is not available in this body. It is represented on the market by a sedan, liftback and sports car. If Priora has two complete sets of Norm and Lux ​​for all models, then Grants has also added the third (cheapest) Standard.

Interestingly, inexpensive equipment Priors are much better equipped than similar configuration Grants. But they also cost significantly more. But in the Lux trim levels, the differences in the issue of Prior or Grant practically disappear.

The same set of expensive options includes electric power steering, front airbags, heated seats, modern multimedia system, on-board computer with many functions and much more.

And again, Lada Granta in the most expensive configuration Lux costs 10-15% cheaper than the same Priora. This is achieved due to the fact that the design of the Lada Grant significantly reduces the number of small parts used in the assembly of the body.

Hence the reduction in the noise level, and the elimination of all sorts of rattles and squeaks that bothered the previous vase owners. The presence of a wide variety of equipment is a huge plus for the Lada Grant, since the car becomes available to almost everyone, the main segments of the population.

We deliberately do not give specific prices for a particular model, but try to show the main trends, because for different sellers the price gap can be very different from each other. We conclude that the comparison of Grant and Prior, with regards to pricing policy, again remains with Grant.

Specification Comparison

To the question what better Lada Grant or Priora in terms of technical characteristics, the opinions of car owners are almost the same. There are not so many fundamental differences between cars - they are equipped with the same engines and almost the same gearboxes.

The Priory lineup is represented by two engines of 98 and 106 hp. at mechanical box gears, and Grant has four engines - 82 and 87 hp have been added, and the box is represented by mechanics, a robot and an automatic machine.

Discussions on eliminating the eternal shortcomings of Priora receive much more attention - repair of racks and electric power steering. Although, according to the manufacturer, they are eliminated in the restyled version of Priora.

Really serious technical problem Priors is that when the alternator belt breaks, the valve bends. And it was not possible to solve this problem in the new engine 21127, which was developed for the updated Priora. It seems that the problem will never be solved, since there are persistent rumors that Priora has been produced for the last year.

Three years of operation of the Lada Grant did not reveal such serious problems (general), the solution of which must be sought by the whole world. The exception is the generator bearing, which often fails. Deciding for yourself Lada Grant or Priora which is better, you need to have all of the above in mind. And our sympathies are again on the side of Grants - she is fresher and more technologically advanced.

The opinion of owners about cars

In a separate line, I would like to dwell on the comparison of which is better than Prior or Grant liftback (hatchback). Because this question is very common in various automotive forums. The liftback is just a kind of Grant, its next modification, and not another car. Naturally, in appearance it completely surpasses Priora, and in terms of technical characteristics they are quite similar.

Studying the opinions of users on the network, which is better than Priora or Grant, reviews can be divided into several categories. Most give preference to Grant, although they are afraid of her novelty. Others stand on the positions of Priora, motivating them with vital reliability. And there are still others, whose opinion boils down to one thing - a VAZ car is like a lottery lottery, you will be lucky and you will not know problems. And if you're not lucky, no model will help.

Comparison of sports modifications Grants and Priors

When comparing Priors and Grants, it is impossible not to mention sports models. If the sports Priora is a logical continuation of the classics of the model, then the Granta Sport can claim the title of a car with its own new face.

Here and a new sports suspension, and an improved gearbox, and adjustable camber. The appearance of the car is distinguished by an aggressive character, swift modern contours. Conducted numerous test drives of Priora against Grants showed that if the usual Granta loses to Priora in terms of dynamics, then in the sports version of the Granta it is much faster.

Results

Summing up what to choose Granta or Priora, we can say that in our comparison, Lada Granta still looks preferable. It is fresher and more modern and has a wider range of trim levels. But, ultimately, Priora or Lada Grant is up to you to decide. Read, think, choose.

Today, Lada cars are very popular among motorists. This is due to the relatively low cost, as well as the availability of all components. It is the "Grant" or "Priora" that occupy the first place in the list of cars produced by the Lada plant.

If someone wants to buy a Lada car, but cannot make a final choice between the two models, it is imperative to take into account as many individual features of each vehicle as possible.

Attention! The selection process can be significantly complicated due to the presence of qualitative characteristics common to the two models under consideration.

Options and prices

First of all, it is necessary to take into account the cost of the models under consideration. The cheapest Priory equipment is comparable in cost to the Grants luxury model. If you think about it, for the same price, an airbag, electric power steering, and air conditioning will be installed in the Grant. Priore will not include these devices for the same price.

If we consider the two models separately, we can conclude that the Priora is a very ergonomic model, which, with sufficient confidence, can receive the maximum rating on the usual five-point scale. It should be noted that such a model "Priora" is very popular among representatives of domestic youth.

To negative qualities can be attributed to a relatively small operational life of the racks, due to the poor condition of domestic roads. In general terms, such a model is of sufficient quality and is in demand among motorists. Model Lada "Priora" is present on domestic market in two packages:

• Lux - power steering, lighting system corrector, air conditioning, 4 power windows, central locking, on-board computer, EBD, parking sensors, ABC, airbag in the passenger seat, fog lights, alloy wheels;
• Norma - on-board computer, central locking, headlight range control, front power windows, power steering, etc.

Lada "Granta" is equipped with a relatively quiet engine. The low sound level in the cabin is ensured due to sufficiently high-quality sound insulation. Lada "Granta" is equipped with three types of engines:

• 80 l. With;
• 90 l. With;
• 98 l. With.

The interior of the Granta model is decorated in a modern European style, and is also distinguished by a significant degree of comfort and high noise protection. This model appeared on the domestic market in 2011, already in 2012 three trim levels were available - "Norma", "Standard", "Lux". The trunk of the "Grants" is more capacious by about 500 liters. Among the existing shortcomings of such a model, the occurrence of cod after the first several thousand kilometers should be noted. If we consider the level of safety, it is Lada Granta that has the highest degree of compliance with European quality standards. However, there may be some difficulty entering a turn when driving at a speed of about 60 km/h. Regardless of the existing shortcomings, the developed car model can be described as quite successful.

Comparison of visual characteristics

Many are interested in the question: what is better: a prior or a grant? At the first stage of choosing a suitable model, the exterior and interior of the vehicle are considered. Naturally, Lada is much worse in terms of visual characteristics, if we compare this brand with expensive foreign cars. However, when considering each machine separately, it can be concluded that appearance"Grants" can be called quite attractive. Modern design design significantly distinguishes the model from Priora. It should be noted that the price of basic equipment car "Grant" is significantly lower compared to the "Priora". That is why we can talk about the external aesthetic superiority of "Grants".

Attention! Regarding the materials used, as well as the ergonomic properties of the seats, the Priora still has a huge advantage.

Technical analysis

What to choose? Car Lada "Grant" or "Priora"? A huge role in the process of choosing a car is played by gasoline consumption and others. performance characteristics motor. The manufacturer completed the two models with almost identical engines. All possible differences may depend solely on the selected configuration. "Granta" has an advantage over "Priora" in the choice of gearbox. Today, designers have introduced a completely new manual transmission device into the package, which is many times superior to the previous one. The gear shifting procedure practically does not cause inconvenience, vibration is not observed at all. If a specifications in cars will be similar, gasoline consumption in the Grant and Priora models will not differ.

Car Lada "Grant" may be preferred by motorists who want to use automatic transmission. This is due to the fact that there is no automatic transmission on the Priora model. The suspension is quite high quality and absolutely reliable on both models. It should be borne in mind that Priora gained its popularity in the domestic market much earlier than Grants. That is why the Grants suspension has been updated and improved.

What conclusions can be drawn

After comparing all the qualitative characteristics, the conclusion suggests itself that the Lada "Granta" is much more quality car. It should also be borne in mind that the car was produced later by about 4 years. If we consider the price, Grant is much more affordable than Priora, since a much smaller number of components and various systems are used in the assembly process. In the end everything possible problems that arise during the operation of such a model have long been understood by everyone.

When buying Priora, the car owner does not expect any unpleasant surprises. If we consider the functional features of "Grants", one cannot be completely sure about the behavior of the machine in non-standard situations. If we consider the dimensions, you can see that the Grant has a much wider body than the Priora.

Be that as it may, the decision on which of these two models to choose should be made only by the buyer. Drivers always select a car model specifically for themselves and their taste preferences, as well as driving style. According to some experts, there is no significant difference between the models. These are machines of approximately the same level. That is why, if you want to buy new car, of course, it is better to pay attention specifically to the Lada "Grant" car, which was produced four years later by the "Priora".

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Approximately in one niche among Lada cars there are two models: Priora and relatively fresh model Granta. Not every fan of these models will be able to answer the question of which is better:. Therefore, in order to highlight each car and identify certain positive advantages of both models, it is necessary to study them in detail.

Starting positions, characteristics

I would like to remind you that Lada Priora, model family car has been in production for quite some time. More precisely, Priora entered the market in 2007. It appeared after the departure of its predecessor, the VAZ 2110 model, from production. Lada Priora survived in 2013 and acquired a whole line of cars with various body types.

1. The Sedan model has been produced since 2007.
2. The hatchback car went into production in 2008.
3. Priora station wagon was released in mid-2009.
4. Priora with a coupe body, which appeared in 2010, is quite popular.

If we talk about the age of the car, then suddenly there is one significant advantage. A car at the end of its life on the assembly line appears before the future owner at an already mature age. If we compare a fresh model with a car that has been on the assembly line for more than 5-6 years, then the "old-timer" probably does not have a large number of "children's" sores.

Technically, the machine undergoes modernization and certain improvements in the process of its release. Therefore, the probability of buying vehicle, which will cause problems in technical terms, is practically minimized. In addition, the machine will not lag behind the times in terms of equipment with various options or security systems. In this regard, Priora or any other car also undergoes modernization over time.

Lada Granta entered the market as an alternative to the outdated Zhiguli classics - the VAZ-2105 and 2107 models. In 2011, a car appeared that brought a fresh stream to the AvtoVAZ lineup. During the release, the car received several body types at once:

1. At the beginning of 2011, a sedan version appeared.
2. In mid-2012, the first car with a hatchback body, or rather a liftback, was released.

Updated appearance and the popularity of the model in a successful body type (liftback) allow potential car owners to make their choice more confidently. At the same time, the most budget versions of the car are not in great demand, because they look rustic.

Comparative test drive of Lada

To make a full comparison of these two cars and see what the fresh Granta can oppose against the Lada Priora, you need to compare them in all positions. Among the main ones, one can name such parameters as length, wheelbase and vehicle width. Here, the clear favorite is Lada Priora, which, with a total length of 4350 mm, has a wheelbase of 2492 mm. Against the Priora, the Grant model sets the following - 4260 mm, and the wheelbase is 2476.

It can be noted that with a shorter length, Lada Granta is ready to provide its rear passengers with almost equal free space with the older model. Given the more modern architectural design, the machine has more possibilities and for the transport of goods. A car with a sedan body can offer 480 liters of luggage compartment versus 430 liters for Priora. The situation looks similar for cars with a 5-door hatchback body, given that the wheelbase has not changed:

• length - 4210 mm;
• luggage compartment - 360 l.

• length - 4246 mm;
• luggage compartment - 440mm.

Thus, if we take into account the technical indicators in the field geometric parameters, then in the dispute "which is better" more modern car Lada Granta beat the opponent in terms of the main consumer indicators. Given the more original appearance, the likelihood of buying a Grant sedan or a Grant with a liftback body increases even more.

However, Lada Priora does not give up its positions so easily. In her arsenal there is simply an undeniable trump card in the form of a station wagon. Trunk volume here can vary between 444 liters in the normal state and increase to 777 liters with folded rear seats. Priora wagon will not miss its buyer, who is concerned about the transportation of oversized cargo, often makes trips to the country, fishing or just travels.

A car with a 3-door hatchback (or coupe) body, thanks to attractive appearance, has its own target audience, for example, active young people who will not buy a car based on the luggage capacity indicator. Such a car is usually chosen with a heart.

Power aspect and aesthetic component

Recently, the line of AvtoVAZ engines has been significantly updated. It's hard to say what's in the equipment various models the company has a wide variety. It can be noted that a ruler is used to equip the Grant model. gasoline engines with a volume of 1.6 liters, which have 2 and 4 valves per cylinder, and the power varies from 81 to 120 hp. With. The hatchback is deprived of the most powerful version of the engine. To work in tandem with the motor, not only a mechanical transmission is offered, but also automatic transmission gears.

Accelerating dynamics of the car is in the range from 9.5 seconds for every "hundred", up to 13.5 seconds for the engine, whose power is 81 liters. With. Unlike Grants, the heavier Priora recently received another engine. A more powerful unit of 1.8 liters is capable of accelerating a 5-door hatchback or station wagon to 100 km / h in 10 seconds. At the same time, the motor has a fairly solid torque indicator - 165 Nm, which allows the 123-horsepower engine of a loaded car not to lose its agility. It was a small supply of traction that the car sometimes lacked on a long climb or when overtaking.

We can agree that the car is chosen based on a holistic perception. And here you can rely both on your own feeling and on the numerous reviews of automotive experts.

It still looks a little rough. For the most part, this applies to the stern, where the trunk looks somewhat foreign. But Grant Liftback is a real beauty. Given the modern interior design, as well as subject to the choice of a rich equipment option, the car can safely compete with any foreign car.

As for the interior, after the upgrade, the older model has no big differences in functionality and ergonomics of the driver's seat, in the quality of finishing materials, and in ensuring the safety of the driver and passengers. Therefore, it is impossible to say unequivocally which is better: Priora or Lada Grant. If the interior of a younger model still looks a little more modern, then an older one can oppose better sound insulation.

At the same time, the Priora wagon and hatchback can be attributed to those cars whose appearance is always relevant. The concept of "beautiful station wagon" does not exist in such a categorical form as for other modifications. Therefore, the car can be safely chosen for its practicality. And the three-door hatchback can be taken as a nice first car or second car for the family.

Cost of modifications

Before summing up some results in an attempt to determine which model to give preference to: Lada Priora or Grant, you should pay attention to such an indicator as the cost of the car.

1. Lada Priora. As a workhorse, you can purchase a machine at the following price for different types bodywork:

• hatchback - from 350 thousand rubles;
• sedan - from 335 thousand rubles;
• wagon - from 375 thousand rubles.

Accordingly, cars in rich versions will cost 452, 447 and 458 thousand rubles.

2. Grant, more modern model class B is evaluated as follows:

• budget version with a 1.6 liter engine (82 hp) - 289 thousand rubles;
• the version of the car in the top configuration costs about 420 thousand rubles;
• the sports version is estimated at 482 thousand rubles.

It can be assumed that many will choose Priora as the only family car. There is no significant difference as a working machine, and, as practice shows, Grant and Priora station wagon are in great demand. If we evaluate what is better to buy for the soul, then it is unlikely that the Priora coupe will be able to oppose many weighty arguments sports version Grant liftback.

It can be recognized that the Russian automotive industry has not only raised the bar for its cars. The machines have become more modern: from the beginning of the creation of the platform to their technical equipment, outwardly attractive appearance. AvtoVAZ has learned to make cars for different target audiences. And the buyer has the right to independently choose a car according to its functional purpose, taking into account its financial capabilities.