Review of Lada Vesta in white - advantages and disadvantages

Lada Vesta is a new version of the class B subcompact car, production of which began 3 years ago. Domestic, French and Japanese specialists took part in its development. Car enthusiasts are offered 4 modifications: the Vesta Cross sedan, the Vesta SV station wagon, the Vesta SV Cross SUV and the Vesta SNZh dual-fuel vehicle. They can be purchased in 3 trim levels: Lada Vesta Classic, Comfort, Luxe. The color palette of the body is varied, which allows you to choose a car to suit every taste.

↑ All colors of Lada Vesta

The names of the body colors have a poetic connotation, which fuels buyers’ interest in the model.

Carnelian is a transparent stone from burgundy to pink. The car's carnelian paint job is a metallic red-pink color.

Angkor means Vesta's chocolate shade.

Metallic blue or blues. The rich color, close to cornflower blue, resembles a sea wave when reflected from the sun.

The intriguing name of the phantom car color matches its meaning. In dim lighting, the car has a dark gray color; in brighter light, it can change to dark brown and orange. This effect is achieved through the “chameleon” coating.

The krypton-colored body is a noble dark green metallic color, without the frivolous light green, flashy bright green shade.

A black car, the shade of which is called black pearl, is nobility and restraint.

Platinum paint gives the car a more sophisticated look.
Dark gray or pluto is a practical, non-staining color.
The snow-white body is called glacial in the catalogue.
Cars in the maximum configuration are produced in the lime color scheme. An unusual shade, reminiscent of the color of a similar fruit, emphasizes the body design.

Attention! In the future, AvtoVAZ plans to increase the number of color shades to 20.

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↑ White Lada Vesta advantages and disadvantages

Lada Vesta white is the most popular model in Russia and abroad. The glacial color in combination with black contours and body parts, tinted windows, and bright red rear lights gives the car an elegant and sophisticated style.

White color is one of the cheapest in the car color scheme. Other advantages create a preference for this shade:

body contamination is less noticeable;
it is easier to touch up the damaged surface;
the car stands out on the road in daylight and dark.

The peculiarity of a snow-white car on the road is its neutrality. It does not irritate the eyes and does not distract attention.

On a white body, traces of corrosion are more noticeable, which can be attributed to both disadvantages and advantages: it is cheaper and faster to deal with damage to the paintwork at the initial stage.

Lada Vesta is considered the most beautiful in the AvtoVAZ model range; the glacial version of the car has deserved increased attention.

While maintaining recognizable details, such as x-stamping and the shape of the headlights, the model has a strong individual design. Positive reviews were earned by the smoothness of closing and opening doors, stability and maneuverability on any road, spacious interior, trunk and glove compartment.

Main technical characteristics of Lada Vesta:

front-wheel drive;
engine capacity 1.6 l or 1.8 l;
5-speed manual or robotic transmission;
average maximum speed 180 km/h;
maximum technical load 1.7 t;
tank volume 55 l;
acceleration time from 0 to 100 km 11-14 seconds;
gasoline consumption is 6-8 liters per 100 km.

According to reviews from car owners, the disadvantages of the Lada Vesta are associated with such shortcomings as poor-quality gluing of plastic on the doors, rattling of the front mirror, inconvenient design of the cover in the engine compartment, lack of floor mats and fender liner protection. Complaints include the operation of the on-board computer, the multimedia system, the poorly thought-out design of the rear mudguards, the lack of smoothness in the robot's switching, and increased engine oil consumption.

Reality

Real life, as usual, has some differences. I called several official Lada dealers in Moscow and, introducing myself as the owner of a SW Cross station wagon, asked for advice on an alternative to the original 17-inch “shoes”. The answers were like carbon copies. The parts department managers saw no problem with installing 16-inch wheels and were willing to offer options.

When asked directly, “What about the guarantee?” were put out and switched to the appropriate specialist. And already from the warranty technician there was a predictable answer: the wheels will fit, but showing up with them at the service station will be a reason to refuse free suspension repairs. However, everyone made it clear that this would not necessarily happen. Would you take their word for it?

The paradox: with excellent geometric cross-country ability, good suspension and electronics tuning, the Vesta Cross is limited on bad asphalt and beyond by the size of the tires.

Of course, you can schedule maintenance trips during the season when your Vesta is wearing factory wheels. But the very fact that dealers match sizes that are not approved by the factory is outrageous. Someone will buy them without asking any questions! And then, to his surprise, the same technical center will receive a refusal of warranty.

↑ Painting features

The application technology and increased thickness of the paint coating by 25% allow the manufacturer to guarantee 6 years of corrosion-free driving.

The partially galvanized metal frame undergoes sandblasting and degreasing at the first stage.

Sequence of body painting operations:

in a closed chamber, a layer of primer is applied by automatic spraying;
drying in a drying chamber;
application of enamel coating;
drying;
surface varnishing;
control examination;
manual correction of defects.

After this, the finished body enters the assembly line.

Alloy wheels

Popular alloy wheels on the Lada Vesta are distinguished by a wide selection of designs and diameters. They are made from a special alloy. In addition to the base metal aluminum, the alloy contains magnesium, strontium and titanium additives. The casting process occurs under high pressure, which promotes rapid hardening of the workpiece. Using computer modeling and milling, the part receives its final shape.

Alloy wheels

The multi-level manufacturing process of alloy wheels explains their high cost. They are lighter in weight, but have less resistance to mechanical damage.

Lada Vesta casting is presented by the manufacturer in two versions:

r15 rollers are recommended for tires with dimensions 175/70 R15 and 205/60 R15;
R16 wheels are suitable for tires with dimensions 185/60 R

Alloy wheels 15 radius on the Lada Vesta are provided when purchasing a car in the “luxury” configuration. For an additional fee, alloy wheels 16 radius can be installed as additional equipment on the Lada Vesta.

↑ Body care rules to maintain fresh color

To preserve the original snow-white color for a long time, several rules must be followed: avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight, exposure to alkali and petroleum products, remove dirt, promptly identify pockets of corrosion and treat them.

Important! When washing, it is important not to use hot water, foam rubber or cloth; you must use a hose. You cannot wash your car in the cold, in the sun, or leave it to dry without wiping it dry.

Scratches and cracks are treated with anti-rust chemicals, then primed and painted over.

To restore the paintwork, polish is applied to the surface of the body once a month. The desired temperature is about 20 degrees.

Officially

Any manufacturer, not only AVTOVAZ, will require the use of only those tire and wheel sizes that are specified in the operating instructions. The car passed factory tests and certification on them. How it will behave on “shoes” with other parameters is unknown to the manufacturer, and he cannot take responsibility for such a replacement.

In the latest version of the Vesta operating instructions, comprehensive information about tires and wheels is given on p. 121.

To confirm this, in general, obvious information, I nevertheless contacted the AVTOVAZ press service and called the Lada hotline incognito. Both sources were unanimous: on the Lada Vesta Cross sedan and station wagon, only 17-inch tires and wheels with the parameters specified in the operating instructions are allowed. Other options will be considered as a reason to refuse warranty repair of the chassis.

Let's summarize all of the above

If you do not drive at very high speeds, are limited in money and the roads in your city are not of very high quality, feel free to purchase steel wheels for the VAZ Vesta (but together with decorative caps).
If the “appearance” of a car is of paramount importance to you and high-speed driving is not alien to you, then it is best to purchase alloy wheels. But you must be prepared for the fact that they may burst - then you will need to buy new ones, because alloy wheels cannot be repaired.
If you are a fan of sporty driving and high speeds, then only forged wheels on the VAZ Vesta will be the optimal solution for you. Their unique properties will allow them to be used for a very long time even under intense loads, because it is almost impossible to disable them. But the very high price of such wheels is the only drawback that prevents everyone from buying them.

Our conclusions are advisory in nature - each car enthusiast decides for himself what suits him best. The online store for rims Kolesa Darom can make your task easier with an online selection of rims by car brand directly on its website. Thanks to this service, you can quickly and easily purchase wheels that are optimal in price/quality/appearance for your car. This will allow it to become more functional, reliable and attractive!

Profile - side view

A photo of the Lada Vesta from the side no less expressively demonstrates the beauty of the new product. In general, the side part is made quite utilitarian - the roof is slightly tilted back, the doors are medium-sized, the feet climb onto the rear fenders. All this is familiar from a lot of other models. But the highlight lies in the expressive curves made in the shape of the same letter “X”. In the photo it is noticeable that the sides “begin” on the front and rear wings, and the curves run along the front and rear doors, respectively. These stampings are made very clearly.

Weight matters

A car disk is a simple flywheel mounted on a hub. To set it in motion, you need to expend a certain amount of energy, the source of which is fuel. And the greater the mass of the wheel, the more fuel will be required to spin it. But it is much more difficult to stop the wheel when its rotation speed is very high. At that moment, a very large load is placed on the braking system. Therefore, not only the comfort and controllability of the car, but also the safety of passengers in the cabin depends on the quality of the disc and the materials used to make it.

Caps for Vesta

Many car owners strive to ensure that their iron horse has a unique appearance. Not everyone has the opportunity to buy alloy tires, especially since high-quality models are not cheap, and alternative sizes will require different tires. In such a situation, it is optimal to put wheel caps on the wheels.

The main task is to improve the appearance. In addition to beauty, caps also perform a protective function, namely, they prevent dents, scratches and abrasions of the wheel rim.

Depending on the design, the cap can also keep excess dust off the brake pads, increasing their lifespan. As a rule, the cost of products is low. Usually the average price does not exceed 2,000–3,000 rubles for a set of 4 pieces.

Features of the caps

These accessories may vary in the shape of their profile (flat or convex). You can also buy metal options, but most often you can find plastic ones: more practical and inexpensive. By design, they can be closed or open, as well as in different colors.

Depending on the manufacturer, the caps may have different fastenings. There are models that are fixed with bolts. There are also those for which nylon clamps are sufficient. Plastic caps are much more popular than metal ones, because they are inexpensive, they are stronger and you don’t mind them. Their service life is not that long. The open shape of the caps does not hide corrosion well, but provides good cooling of the brakes.

The cost of products depends on various factors. The most acceptable option is a kit for installation on standard R15s; the original one will cost 1,500–2,000 rubles. Accordingly, the larger the radius, the higher the cost.

Installation of hoods

Any car owner can install them on Vesta with his own hands; there is nothing difficult about it. Before starting work, you need to clean the disk from dirt and corrosion. If necessary, it is necessary to correct irregularities and dents, if any.

There is a recess on the cap for the nipple for pumping air into the tires; it must be aligned with the valve on the wheel. Next, you should make sure that the metal ring on the inside is in the grooves of the latches (the ring ensures equal pressure around the circumference). All that remains is to place the cap on the disk and check the reliability. Additionally, you can use plastic clamps to secure the cap to the wheel more firmly: this prevents the accessory from flying out when driving, which is not uncommon.