What colors does AvtoVAZ offer for the Lada X-Ray?

Attractive shades and colors of the new crossover Lada X Ray

The new Lada X-RAY crossover went on sale in the first quarter of 2016. As for the color scheme, it will include 7 colors.

Surprisingly, the color of a car can tell a lot about its owner. Especially if the driver is a person who has spent more than one year behind the wheel and has changed several models. For example, the color black indicates respectability and weight in society. White is a sign of triumph, celebration and joy of life. For some reason, red is recognized as inherent in women's style. Blue and green are chosen by people who do not want to stand out from the crowd. Gray tones for true practitioners who value style and rigor.

Not everything is so rosy

Along with visible advantages, the domestic car LADA X-RAY has shortcomings and pronounced disadvantages.

Owners complain about the following typical problems with the model:

1. Robotic gearbox with one clutch.
   According to many car enthusiasts and experts, this unit is the most problematic. Initially, the biggest drawback was the very short service life of the clutch. Recently, manufacturers installed a reinforced unit, but they could not get rid of the problems. The lack of another mechanical alternative discourages potential buyers.
2. Many complaints are caused by the cramped interior of the car, which is noticeably noticeable even when compared with the Lada Vesta model.
   The lack of free space is felt both behind the wheel and in the back row. Regardless of height, every passenger here feels tightness in their knees. In addition, criticism is caused by the lack of modern amenities inside the cabin. There is no comfortable armrest for the driver, illumination of the rear row of seats, cruise control function, heated steering wheel and seats.
3. Narrow pedal assembly.
   The pedals of this car cause complaints from most drivers. The unit, transferred from French cars, is so narrow that when driving a car you can easily confuse the gas and brake pedals. At the same time, the manufacturer does not intend to finalize the design in the near future.
4. An increase in the level of passive safety is achieved by a certain width of the racks. Due to the small dimensions of the body, this factor negatively affects the level of visibility from the car interior. This is caused by the proximity of the pillars to the driver.
5. The lack of all-wheel drive is often considered a disadvantage of the X-RAY model. It is especially lacking against the backdrop of the relatively high ground clearance. The manufacturer is in no hurry to fix this problem.

Thus, this car is quite controversial. It has both advantages and disadvantages. Nevertheless, the majority of domestic owners of the LADA X-RAY model are satisfied with this car.

Color range: all colors of the serial Lada XRAY

The first car to roll off the assembly line received a new color – “Fresh”. In addition, the manufacturers have provided six more color options for the new Lada car. The entire color range of the body is quite large, and currently there are 7 colors:

1. Fire Red number 124;
2. Glacial or white number 221;
3. Gray basalt number 242;
4. Black pearl or black metallic number 676;
5. Platinum, or silver beige number 691;
6. Puma - dark brown, code 265;
7. Fresh - orange, code 199.

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The engine lives up to its stated power—acceleration is brisk. It's a pity that after 4000 rpm his enthusiasm sours. The gears are selected well, the shifting mechanism is quite accurate - no problems. And everything is not bad with the brakes (Lifan was the only one in the test with rear disc mechanisms). The mediocre information content of the drive prevented us from receiving a higher rating.

The X50 is not afraid of broken roads, except that the vibrations transmitted to the steering wheel are too much. But you need to be careful: the engine oil pan and the gearbox housing are not covered with anything. And actively turning the steering wheel is contraindicated - during the test, the front wheels repeatedly clung to the arches.

In general, everything is more or less. With the exception of sound insulation, it seems to be completely absent. At any speed, be it 40 or 140 km/h, you can hear absolutely everything except your own voice. The engine growls, the gearbox shift mechanism clicks. But a pebble flew out from under the wheel into the arch and... I think I heard it plop onto the road.

Conclusion? It is quite possible to consume Chinese cars, seduced by colorful packaging and a pleasant price tag. This might work.

Differences from Lada Vesta

So far, X-Ray is inferior to Vesta in the number of colors, he has 7, and Vesta has 12. But new options are already being considered in which the crossover will be able to seriously expand the proposed palette. Vesta is available in the following colors:

1. brown metallic;
2. dark blue metallic;
3. dark green metallic;
4. dark burgundy metallic;
5. silver beige metallic;
6. metallic gray;
7. blue-gray metallic;
8. white;
9. bright yellow;
10. metallic red;
11. bright blue metallic;
12. metallic blue.

Body coating thickness

In order for the paint to cover the car body for a long time and reliably, manufacturers have to think and work a lot. After all, coverage is of great importance. It is not only pleasing to the eye. High-quality paint prevents corrosion of metal parts, delays aging and natural wear of the body. The body covering also affects aerodynamics. In addition, it is necessary to obtain a layer that will easily withstand humidity, sunlight, aggressive environments and significant temperature changes. This coating must withstand dust and not be scratched by frequent impacts of small particles that fly at high speed while driving. At the same time, the body should be easy to wash and put in proper shape in a short time.

All of the above requirements depend on the quality of the paint and the preliminary preparation of the body for painting work. The thickness of the layers is of great importance. In recent years, AvtoVAZ has done a decent job of obtaining high-quality body coatings. The main emphasis was placed on achieving the level of European production. Thus, the predecessors of LADA XRay were covered with paint of the following thickness:

• LADA KALINA – 60–90 microns;
• LADA PRIORA – 65–100 microns;
• LADA GRANTA – 90–100 microns.

The Lada X-Ray crossover is covered with a paint layer of 160 microns. More than 90% of the world's manufacturers cover their cars with just such a layer. The new style domestic hatchback strives to be in no way inferior to its competitors, regardless of their names.

E - Riding

The French Renault JR5-523 gearbox is not distinguished by clear shifts.

The French Renault JR5-523 gearbox is not distinguished by clear shifts.

Thanks to such extensive improvements, the XRAY Cross drove completely differently. The steering wheel has acquired a super-clear zero, the removal from which requires the application of significant force, while the return action sometimes seems almost excessive. But I like the character of the steering wheel: it makes the driving process delicious. At the same time, Lada holds a straight line perfectly and does not show nervousness in a rut. At some moments, I even caught myself that I liked the handling of this Xray more than that of the Vesta Cross, which I left in the garage while going on a business trip to Kazakhstan. And the pseudo-crossover rolls extremely moderately, even despite the higher landing compared to both Vesta and the regular Xray.

The ride quality improves as the road gets worse. On smooth asphalt, small high-frequency tremors are almost constantly felt, but the crossover rushes along a broken grader with an steadfastness worthy of a classic Niva. The energy intensity is almost prohibitive: on a very conventional road laid in the steppe, the XRAY Cross allows you to maintain a speed of about a hundred according to the speedometer and not let off the gas in front of very serious potholes.

I also tried various modes of the Lada Ride Select system and was overall satisfied. The Sport mode adds liveliness to the car's response to the accelerator, and the engine is in no hurry to slow down when releasing the gas, allowing it to be picked up by the next gear.

I tested the “sand” mode in the steppe, after leaving the main road; however, here it was easier to feel the operation of the electronic differential lock, which turned out to be truly effective: when hanging up, the stabilization system “bites” the wheel free of traction with the ground and still pulls the car from its place.

And the next day it was the turn of the mode for driving in the snow, when the Kazakh skies opened up and dropped a sufficient amount of material for experiments on the ground. If on the sand the electronics allow a certain amount of wheel slip, then the winter mode turns out to be the strictest: it strangles the engine even more diligently than by default and does not allow even the slightest slip. And the system works: on a climb, the “snowflake” on the selector adds confidence when starting from a standstill.

Warranty for more than ten years: dream or reality

Having applied new technologies in the production of a high hatchback, Russian automakers did not lose sight of the galvanizing, painting and welding process. These procedures must be carried out directly at the car production site to ensure high quality. According to management's assumptions, the body of the Lada X-Ray can last up to 12 years without additional treatments. This limit is significantly ahead of all previously offered guarantees.

The basis for the longevity of the body is galvanization. This processing method minimizes metal aging and prevents corrosion. AvtoVAZ relatively recently began using this method of protection on production vehicles. So far, not all parts of the Lada X-Ray are subject to anti-corrosion treatment. Particular attention is paid to the most vulnerable parts of the new crossover. These include: pillars, doors and bottom. This is done without fail. The body is selectively coated, but according to AvtoVAZ management, soon all Lada cars will receive a 100% galvanized body, which will be made in the factory. This is what will significantly extend the life of each machine. Depending on whether the body is galvanized or not, the price of the car is determined. Therefore, this moment, of course, will influence the rise in price of cars.

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Driving does not evoke any vivid emotions. One hundred and six forces are almost completely dissolved in the transmission - the VAZ robot is thoughtful during shifts. However, this is a characteristic feature of all transmissions of this type. A modern automatic or dual-clutch transmission would solve the problem, but it is fantastically expensive.

And in terms of acoustic comfort, the Cross is far from ideal: the engine is well insulated, but the “noise” of the arches and bottom is unimportant, and extraneous sounds are heard through the door seals.

In general, you won’t get any fervent drive from Kalina. But how good it is in our “directions”, be it broken asphalt or a primer! Easily “smoothes out” small irregularities and allows you to confidently rush through the pits. I wish I could “untie” the steering wheel from the road! He, like Lifan, receives noticeable shocks.

As you understand, Kalina is also not without its shortcomings, but it leaves a slightly more subtle aftertaste, which is well worth the additional payment of 20 thousand rubles. And if you take a car with a manual transmission, then the price difference with Lifan will completely disappear.

To the future in everything new

The compact crossover LADA XRay has truly revolutionized the perception of domestic B-class cars. This is evidenced not only by the original color “Puma” or “Fresh”. Lada X-Ray has its own 1.8 liter engine and AMT gearbox, which has not previously been used on domestic cars. The minimum configuration of the Optima has so many options that more advanced classes cannot handle it. This is indicated by safety systems, from airbags to sophisticated electronics. High quality radio, central locking with remote control and much more. And at the same time, the prices of Lada X Ray are much more attractive than those of competitors. Equipment with the addition of “Comfort” has air conditioning. The “Top” version boasts a multimedia system with navigation, heated windows and seats, and LED lights. And all this in the price range from 589 to 723 thousand rubles.

Published by: Andrey Demchenko in Reviews 11/26/2016 12,224 Views

Today the Lada X Ray car is in good demand among car enthusiasts. Therefore, one of the pressing issues remains the color scheme of the car. It is this criterion that our article will focus on.

Advantages and disadvantages

The advantages of the car include the following performance characteristics:

• high ground clearance,
• reliable chassis;
• powerful engine;
• modern stylish look;
• equipped with modern safety and driver assistance systems;
• acceptable price.

All this makes the car popular and in demand. It’s too early to talk about shortcomings; we need to wait for feedback from the owners. However, something can be noted now. The technical characteristics of the car have already brought it so close to SUVs that all that is missing from this segment is all-wheel drive.

The Vehicle Passport (PTS) is located in the cabin. The car can be issued by the dealer immediately after payment and pre-sale preparation.

• Gasoline, 1.8, 122 hp.
• Robot
• Front
• 2019 Gray basalt

Paint quality

This indicator is very important in AvtoVAZ cars. After all, many should remember that in previous models, corrosion on the metal appeared even before the car’s warranty expired. Now, the domestic manufacturer promises that all problems associated with corrosion are a thing of the past. He informed us that strict requirements are imposed on the quality of Lada X-ray painting. Here are some of them:

1. Resistance to various weather factors, which are expressed in temperature changes, high humidity, etc.
2. Resistance to mechanical irritants: dust, pebbles, sand, etc.
3. High level of resistance to aggressive substances (chemicals, insects, etc.).
4. Easy body wash.

The quality of the coating is the same as in many modern cars painted by robots - there are no jambs such as shells, dust or hair

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Compared to previous years, the paint layer was from 60 to 100 microns. And if we talk about the body x ray, then the coating layer is equal to 160 microns. As you can see, this indicator indicates that the quality of painting has become at least twice as good.

Engine characteristics

As for engines, the Lada X-Ray still has the advantage. The manufacturer offers a choice of 3 engines at once, which cannot be said about the Lada Vesta, since there is no choice here, and only one engine is offered.

If we talk about general features, then for both cars a domestic engine of the VAZ-21129 series is produced. Engine power is 106 horsepower. The unit has a reliable and simple design: 4 cylinders and 16 valves, as well as a distributed fuel injection complex.

• The Lada Vesta can be accelerated to 100 km/h in 11.2 seconds, the X-Ray in 11.4 seconds, despite such a small power.
• As for the maximum speed, the difference is small. X Ray overtakes Vesta by 1 km/h (176 versus 175 km/h).
• Fuel consumption also has a slight difference: Vesta - 9.3/6.9/5.5 liters, X-Ray - 9.3/7.2/5.9 liters.

However, Lada X-Ray can offer its customers several more engines with 110 and 122 horsepower. The first option reaches speeds of up to 184 km/h and has a volume of 1.6 liters. The second one is a little more powerful: the maximum speed here reaches 186 km/h, the volume is 1.8 liters. As for fuel consumption, it is almost the same for both cars.

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From the above, we can conclude that this time AvtoVAZ decided to yield to all its principles and not produce a car in traditional green or blue colors. So, for example, “Glacial” or “Platinum” colors have a more practical appearance. But “Black Pearl” is suitable for those who put solidity and elegance in the first place. Women preferably choose “Fresh” or bright red color.

As you can see, even among the not so wide variety of colors, there is one for everyone that will satisfy the necessary needs.

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List of all Vesta flowers - let's sort them out

People choose car colors for a reason. If a person likes the car, he has chosen his favorite color, then we can already say who he is: sanguine or chaleric. And this is a psychological portrait. Lada Vesta has 9 main colors and 1-2 unique colors in each body. For the sedan it is lime, for the cross it is Mars. For the sw station wagon, this is Carthage.

To expand the Lada Vesta palette, up to nine possible paint options were finalized. These are the most top-end shades among sedans. For the Vesta SW Cross station wagon, colors are presented in a slightly wider range. Shades have certain characteristics. Read the article and you will know everything about them!

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Painting features

The appearance of the car is the first thing people pay attention to. There is nothing worse than a poorly chosen shade or poorly executed paint job.

Lada Vesta body colors are metallic (with the exception of white), to obtain the result, it is necessary to follow the stages and technology of car painting

It is important to maintain stylistic unity in the overall appearance

Lada Vesta's color scheme is chosen so that the body color emphasizes the lines of the car's silhouette more than usual and creates a spectacular impression of its appearance.

Colors for Lada Vesta and codes for them

The palette of various shades is wide; for convenience, each of the newly developed paints is assigned a code.

Vesta has developed colors to choose from: White “Glacial” (221) Red “Carnelian” (195) Brown “Angkor” (246) Dark blue “Blues” (492) Dark green “Krypton” (372) Gray-blue “ Phantom" (496) Gray "Pluto" (608) Black "Black Pearl" (676) Silver "Platinum" (691) Everyone has their own preferences in all areas of life, and car paint is purely a matter of taste.

The presented options have unique features.

Angkor has code 246, looks brown

Angkor, or metallic brown, is a popular, frequently chosen sedan color. This shade of milk chocolate goes perfectly with the urban setting, harmoniously diluting the grayness of residential areas.

The color is not easily soiled, pleasing to the eye in the dirtiest weather, successfully hiding dust and minor imperfections. It belongs to the category of classic colors that have unobtrusively and confidently conquered the market.

Practical and versatile, the brown Lada Vesta is suitable for men and women, becoming evidence of the owner's business character.

Glacial has code 221, looks white

White Lada Vesta is the most popular option, since the paint is not metallic; in addition to its advantages, it is extremely inexpensive. The strict arctic shade emphasizes the lines of the silhouette, and the black body elements stand out as much as possible against the background of the car. The rear headlights look like a bright fragment - giving the overall appearance a certain zest.

Quite capricious in handling, in terms of chips - on white, the slightest imperfections, dirt, traces of rain are clearly visible. But I must say that the white color is more practical than black, the black Vesta gets dirty quickly - this color is called: “Die with a rag.” Under the rays of sunlight, the white Lada Vesta sedan sparkles like pure snow, laconically confirming the name - Glacier.

Body coating thickness

Now it’s worth taking a closer look at the thickness of the body covering. Only high-quality paint can prevent premature corrosion of the metal and aging of the car as a whole. In addition, the body coating affects the aerodynamics of the car. Today AvtoVAZ uses only paint that fully complies with all European standards.

Let us remind you once again that previously the domestic manufacturer used a paint coating with a thickness of no more than 100 microns. Today this figure has increased by 60 units and is 160 microns.

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Guarantee

Thanks to improved galvanizing, painting and welding technologies, Lada company management suggests that the service life of the car without additional treatments can extend up to 12 years. This is a really long period of time, which we have never heard of from a domestic manufacturer before. The basis for a long shelf life is galvanizing, and we will talk about it in the next part of the article.

In places of intense contact, scratches from nails, clothes, bags and heels may appear after 15 thousand kilometers.

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Galvanized lada xray

Anti-corrosion galvanizing coating can be applied to a car in several ways. The first is thermal, the second is hot method. Moreover, the galvanized alloy, in the first case, covers the car body even at the moment when it is on the production line.

In the hot-dip galvanizing option, galvanizing of individual parts is used. The metal parts of the car are lowered into a special bath with a zinc solution. It is there that, under the influence of electrodes, zinc particles are layered onto the metal. There is also a third method, in which only small parts of the body are processed.