What would the Priora be like if it had a 4x4 drive - would it have increased cross-country ability, the dynamics of the Lada Priora's engine would be enough for two drives, that's the question! Or rather, it would remain as dynamic as it is now, or the acceleration would become even worse. The chassis would be more expensive, there would be a transfer case, perhaps it would be like on the Niva. And this is not a reliable unit on the VAZ 2121. Of course, in nature there is a car with a 4wd drive, but it would be easier to say: the entire suspension has been redone - there is no other way to make an all-wheel drive Priora - it was designed that way.
Lada Priora is a standard city car with easy handling that even an inexperienced driver can handle in bad weather. What kind of drive is economical and safe in the city - front-wheel drive is correct. The Lada Priora, like all AvtoVAZ cars after 2107, has a front drive. But even such a car can be made even more manageable, but this operation will have the opposite, negative “side of the coin”.
The Lada Priora has always been produced by AvtoVAZ as a front-wheel drive car, but a car enthusiast could never dream of an all-wheel drive Priora. Someone may shake their head skeptically, but someone will say that this 4x4 drive formula for a Priora car is just right for Russian roads! Yes, we are not only talking about rural areas: in the city, on the slopes, a good roll of ice is created.
Modifications of Lada Priora 2171
The pre-styling station wagon model was sold on our market from 2009 to 2013.
| 1.6 l 21126 98 hp 145 Nm and 5-speed manual transmission VAZ 2170 |
The modernized station wagon model was offered here only from 2013 to 2015.
| 1.6 l 21126 98 hp 145 Nm and 5-speed manual transmission VAZ 2170 |
| 1.6 l 21127 106 hp 148 Nm and 5-speed manual transmission VAZ 21806 |
| 1.6 l 21127 106 hp 148 Nm and 5-speed gearbox AMT 2182 |
From 2014 to 2016, a version from Super Auto was produced with a 1.8-liter internal combustion engine VAZ 21128
We have a separate and very detailed material about all power units of the Priora
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Description of design
Wheel drives with constant velocity joints (CV joints) are used to transmit torque from the main gear to the drive wheels at different wheel rotation angles and suspension strokes. The car uses ball joints.
Front wheel drive : 1 — retaining ring of the inner joint housing; 2 — protective ring of the drive oil seal; 3 — internal hinge body; 4 - large clamp; 5 — protective cover; 6 - small clamp; 7 - shaft; 8 — outer hinge body; 9 — protective ring of the hub bearing; 10 — internal hinge clamp; 11 - thrust ring; 12 - separator; 13 - ball; 14 — clip; 15 — retaining ring
The wheel drive consists of internal and external joints of equal angular velocities, connected to each other by a shaft. The left drive shaft is made of steel rod, the right drive shaft is made of pipe. At the ends of the shaft there are splines on which CV joints are installed. The hinge consists of a body, a separator, a cage and six balls, which are placed in profiled grooves in the body and cage. In the body and the outer joint cage, the grooves are made along a radius, which ensures a rotation angle of the body relative to the cage of up to 42°. The grooves in the body and cage of the internal hinge are straight, which allows the hinge body to move relative to the cage in the longitudinal direction, lengthening or shortening the drive (compensating for the mutual movement of the suspension and power unit). The movement of the internal hinge housing is limited by a clamp installed in the hinge housing.
Drives of the right “A” and left “B” wheels : 1 - internal joint housing; 2 — large clamp for securing the cover; 3 — protective cover of the internal hinge; 4 — small clamp for securing the cover; 5 — right wheel drive shaft; 6 — protective cover of the outer hinge; 7 — outer hinge body; 8 — left wheel drive shaft
The hinge cage is installed on the shaft splines and is secured against longitudinal movement by thrust and locking rings. The hinge body has a splined shank. A thread is cut at the end of the shank of the outer hinge housing, and a groove is machined at the end of the shank of the inner hinge housing in which a retaining ring is installed. The splined shank of the outer joint housing is inserted into the front wheel hub and secured with a bearing nut. The splined shank of the internal joint housing is inserted into the drive gear installed in the gearbox and secured in it with a retaining ring. The hinge parts are manufactured with high precision. The inner surface of the hinge body is high-frequency hardened. Balls of one sorting group are installed in the hinge. When assembling the hinge, the balls are selected for each hinge individually, so it is impossible to repair the hinge by replacing parts in a garage or service station. A worn hinge is replaced only as an assembly. Before assembly, put 40 g into the outer joint and 80 g of CV joint-4 lubricant into the inner joint. The tightness of the hinge, an indispensable condition for its reliable operation, is ensured by rubber protective covers. The hinge cover is placed on the hinge body and the drive shaft and secured with clamps. When replacing the cover, its fastening clamps should also be replaced with new ones. It is allowed to use only special clamps with a smooth inner surface and without protruding parts. Replenishment or replacement of lubricant, as well as any other maintenance of wheel drives, is not required during vehicle operation. The car owner only needs to monitor the condition of the protective covers of the hinges and their fastening clamps. A damaged cover must be replaced as quickly as possible, since dirt getting into the lubricant causes rapid wear of the hinge parts and its failure.
Lada Priora, 1st generation (2007) - technical specifications
Car Lada Priora, 2016
| Automobile | Lada Priora, 2016 | |
| Modification | 1.6 8-cl. | 1.6 16-cl. |
| Body type | 4-door sedan | |
| Number of places | 5 | |
| Length, mm | 4350 | |
| Width, mm | 1680 | |
| Height, mm | 1420 | |
| Wheelbase, mm | 2492 | |
| Ground clearance (clearance), mm | 165 | |
| Curb weight, kg | 1163 | |
| engine's type | petrol, with distributed injection | petrol, with distributed injection |
| Location | front, transverse | front, transverse |
| Number and arrangement of cylinders | 4, in a row | 4, in a row |
| Working volume, cubic meters cm. | 1596 | 1596 |
| Number of valves | 8 | 16 |
| Maximum power, l. With. (kW)/rpm | 87 (64) | 106 (78) / 5800 |
| Maximum torque, Nm / rpm | 140 / 3800 | 148 / 4200 |
| Transmission | mechanical, | |
| Drive unit | front | |
| Tires | R13 | 175/65 R14 |
| Maximum speed, km/h | 176 | 183 |
| Acceleration time 0-100 km/h, s | 12,5 | 11,5 |
| Fuel consumption in the combined cycle, l/100 km | 7,3 | 6,8 |
| Fuel tank capacity, l | 43 | |
| Fuel type | gasoline AI-95 | |
Car Lada Priora, 2013-2015
| Automobile | Lada Priora, 2013–2015 | |||
| Modification name | 1.6 | 1.6 (106 hp) | 1.6 | 1.6 |
| Body type | sedan | 5-door hatchback | 5-door station wagon | |
| Number of places | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Length, mm | 4350 | 4210 | 4340 | |
| Width, mm | 1680 | 1680 | 1680 | |
| Height, mm | 1420 | 1435 | 1508 | |
| Wheelbase, mm | 2492 | 2492 | 2492 | |
| Curb weight, kg | 1163 | 1163 | 1088 | |
| engine's type | petrol, with distributed injection | petrol, with distributed injection | petrol, with distributed injection | |
| Location | front, transverse | front, transverse | front, transverse | |
| Number and arrangement of cylinders | 4, in a row | 4, in a row | 4, in a row | |
| Working volume, cubic meters cm. | 1596 | 1596 | 1596 | |
| Number of valves | 16 | 16 | 16 | |
| Maximum power, l. With. (kW)/rpm | 98 (72) / 5600 | 106 (78) / 5800 | 98 (72) / 5600 | 98 (72) /5600 |
| Maximum torque, Nm / rpm | 145 / 4000 | 148 / 4200 | 145 / 4000 | 145 / 4000 |
| Transmission | mechanical, | mechanical, | mechanical, | |
| Drive unit | front | front | front | |
| Tires | 185/65 R14 | 185/65 R14 | 185/65 R14 | |
| Maximum speed, km/h | 183 | 183 | 183 | |
| Acceleration time 0-100 km/h, s | 11,5 | 11,5 | 11,5 | |
| Fuel consumption in the combined cycle, l/100 km | 7,2 | 6,9 | 7,2 | 7,2 |
| Fuel tank capacity, l | 43 | |||
| Fuel type | gasoline AI-95 | |||
Car Lada Priora, 2008-2013
| Automobile | Lada Priora, 2008–2013 | ||
| Modification name | 1.6 l 8-cl. | 1.6 l 16-cl | Coupe |
| Body type | sedan/5-door hatchback/station wagon | 3-door hatchback | |
| Number of places | 5 | ||
| Length, mm | 4350/4210/4330 | 4210 | |
| Width, mm | 1680 | 1680 | |
| Height, mm | 1420/1435/1508 | 1435 | |
| Wheelbase, mm | 2492 | 2492 | |
| Curb weight, kg | 1088 | 1088 | |
| engine's type | petrol, with distributed fuel injection | petrol, with distributed fuel injection | petrol, with distributed fuel injection |
| Number and arrangement of cylinders | 4, in a row | 4, in a row | 4, in a row |
| Number of valves | 1596 | 1596 | 1596 |
| Working volume, cubic meters cm. | 8 | 16 | 16 |
| Maximum power, l. With. / rpm | 81 / 5200 | 98 / 5600 | 95 / 5600 |
| Maximum torque, Nm / rpm | 120 / 2700 | 145 / 4000 | 145 / 4000 |
| Transmission | mechanical, | ||
| Drive unit | front | ||
| Tires | 185/65 R14, 175/65 R14, 185/60 R14 | ||
| Maximum speed, km/h | 172 | 183 | 183 |
| Acceleration time 0-100 km/h, s | 11,5 | ||
| Fuel consumption in the combined cycle, l/100 km | 7,6 | 7,2 | 7,2 |
| Fuel tank capacity, l | 43 | ||
| Fuel type | gasoline AI-95 | ||
Replacing the outer CV joint
An experienced car owner with practical skills will not encounter any problems when taking on the task of replacing the outer CV joint.
The list of tools necessary to carry out the “operation” has already been presented above. In addition to tools and supplies, there are a few other things worth doing. Before removing the wheel, drain a little oil from the gearbox - this will make it easier to work with. You will also need a pry bar - it will serve as a lever when removing the drive shaft. Let's assume that the problem is on the right. Replacing the right CV joint begins with removing the wheel. We unscrew the hub nut, remove the brake disc, caliper, ball joint and steering tip. We take a pry bar or crowbar and remove the splined drive shaft. Using light blows of a hammer (a support, such as a wooden block, will come in handy), we knock out the outer hinge. Next we perform the following steps:
- It is necessary to remove the hub nut and tear off the wheel bolts. We put stops under the rear wheels.
- We jack up the car, hang it up and then remove the wheel.
- Remove the bolts holding the steering knuckle to the ball joint.
- Turn the steering wheel all the way. Pulling back the steering knuckle, we pull out the outer half of the hub along with the old CV joint. If the grenade does not budge, hit it lightly with a hammer.
- We remove the old boot and clamps and throw them in the trash.
- We remove the CV joint with hammer blows, rotating it along the axle shaft.
- We fix the installed new hinges in the hub together with the boot.
Replacing the left CV joint is carried out in the same way. When returning parts to their place, the above procedures should be done in reverse order. When knocking down a CV joint with a hammer, hit it clearly - some models are equipped with an ABS ring, which does not like strong blows to it. Don't forget to add gearbox oil. When installing the wheels back, be extremely careful to avoid falling apart.
Technical characteristics of Lada Priora station wagon 1.6 l 16v 5-speed manual transmission
| Motor power | 98 hp |
| Torque | 145 Nm |
| Acceleration to 100 km/h | 11.5 s |
| Max. speed | 183 km/h |
| Fuel type | AI-95 |
| Consumption in the city | 9.1 l |
| Highway consumption | 5.5 l |
| Mixed flow | 6.9 l |
| Volume of the tank | 43 l |
| Trunk volume | 444 l |
Why is there no factory all-wheel drive version?
The Lada 2170 was designed as a successor to the “tenth” family - a budget, urban, reliable car. All-wheel drive, of course, will have its advantages, but it will seriously increase fuel consumption, which in no way fits with the concept of a budget car. And servicing all-wheel drive is more difficult than servicing front-wheel drive. The 4x4 wheel arrangement is not used in all foreign cars in sedan, coupe, station wagon and hatchback bodies, because it is more suitable for premium cars and SUVs.
How to replace a grant
The first question: “should I change it myself or at a service center?”
In principle, for most budget cars (VAZ, Chevrolet, Hyundai, etc.), if you have experience in repairing the vehicle's chassis and tools, replacing the hinge is not that difficult. You can even do without a hole. But you will have to sweat.
Typically, it is precisely these spare parts that make up a kit for replacing a grenade in a store: boot, lubricant, grenade, boot clamps, retaining ring for the axle shaft
For expensive cars, without experience and tools, for cars under warranty or insurance - definitely the way to service.
