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- What engines drive the VAZ-2114
- What is the salon equipped with?
- Pros and cons of the “four”
- What kind of breakdowns will a novice driver encounter?
- How much does a used VAZ-2114 cost?
- What problems do “14s” have with mileage?
- Is accessibility a priority?
It’s not for nothing that the “Fourteenth” is called a car for young people. It was created for young drivers, for whom “tens” were expensive and “nines” unpresentable. Today, as a rule, novice drivers get behind the wheel of the “fourteenth”. Damaging a car is not so bad, and repairing it is not so expensive. But will it become a reliable friend for a newbie on the road? We will analyze this issue in the article.
What engines drive the VAZ-2114
"VAZ-2114" was produced from 2001 to 2013. Until 2007, it was equipped with a 1.5 77 hp engine. With. It easily lasted 200 thousand km, but was disappointing with noise, knocking and thermostat failure. In the 2007 models, a 1.6 engine with 81 hp appeared. With. It has more torque, but makes noise like a diesel engine.
Both versions work with a five-speed manual transmission. Sometimes there are cars with a 16-valve 1.6 engine with a capacity of 90 or 98 hp. With. It is one of the best from AvtoVAZ, especially for those who like to tune and modify the engine.
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Acceleration to 100 km/h with a volume of 1.5
Because the first samples with a carburetor fuel supply system were installed on the 2115 model; the “fours” were always distinguished by higher “agility” due to the presence of an injector. The first injection engines on the “four” produced 79 horsepower (some sources indicate only 77 horsepower).
It is clear that by today's standards this is a rather modest result for a 1.5-liter engine. At the same time, such “power” and the presence of an injector made the fourteenth model a rather dynamic car.
With a working manual gearbox, a car with the first samples of the 79-horsepower VAZ engine could be accelerated to 100 km/h in 13.2 seconds .
If desired, the acceleration of the VAZ 2114 can be accelerated in simple ways: remove the air filter housing, install alloy wheels, choose the right tires, or lighten the car. At the end of the day, these manipulations will allow you to remove a couple of tenths of seconds. More serious improvements require a lot of money.
What is the salon equipped with?
The exterior of the VAZ is not for everyone. In order for the car to somehow correspond to the spirit of youth, the manufacturer gave the body sporty features: it rounded the hood, extended the headlights and moldings, and decorated the sill and bumper with body-color trims.
The interior is simple, but corresponds to the era of the early 2000s. The seats can hardly be called comfortable, so many people install an adapter or change the driver's seat. Although there is a Europanel, there is no glove compartment there. The only options available are power windows and an illuminated dashboard.
An unexpected bonus from AvtoVAZ is an adjustable steering column. It will allow you to raise and lower the steering wheel to the desired height to suit the height and build of the driver.
The trunk of the “fourteenth”, like the glove compartment of a jeep, is 330 liters. This will include a suitcase and a couple of bags from the supermarket. With the rear seats folded down, cargo space nearly doubles.
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Pros and cons of the “four”
Owners about the peppy engine. Acceleration dynamics are 17 seconds/100 km, which is not bad at all for domestic cars. Fuel consumption is 7 liters per 100 km in city mode and 5 liters on the highway.
The ground clearance is not bad - 16.5 cm. The car is adapted to “killed” roads and goes well in the snow. The suspension is strong and rarely breaks. But when hitting a hill, the front suspension extension fasteners may be damaged. The reason is the fragility of the aluminum “crab”.
Gearbox synchronizers wear out quickly. To avoid buying a car with such a breakdown, move the shift lever during the inspection. If you hear extraneous sounds, there is something wrong with the synchronizers.
Due to the softness of the metal, dents and mechanical damage easily appear on the body. The metal is not galvanized, so rust is a natural phenomenon for the “four”. Spots appear in the contours of the arches, sills, places where the bumper and moldings join the body. The quality of the paintwork is average and prone to chipping.
And the saddest thing about the car is the lack of passive (not to mention active) safety features. There are no airbags or seat belt pretensioners in the cabin. If the car collides with an obstacle, passengers may receive injuries of varying severity: from bruised shins to fractures of the chest and cervical vertebrae.
Car parts are relatively inexpensive. The bumper can be bought for 3,500 rubles, the hood for 7,500 rubles, and the engine is estimated at 10 thousand rubles. For comparison, for a new bumper of the popular Lacetti in Russia they are asking 5,000 rubles, for the hood - 8-12 thousand rubles, for the engine - 30-60 thousand rubles.
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What kind of breakdowns will a novice driver encounter?
The driver who bought the “fourteenth” as his first car receives a real simulator for real driving. But the car is Russian, something will always break down in it. Here is what the former owner of the VAZ-2114, Igor Bolshakov from Yekaterinburg, said about the breakdowns:
“I drove a three-year-old “fourteenth” for several years. I bought it in 2010 with a mileage of 58 thousand km. This was my first car, so I didn’t choose alone, but with knowledgeable people. They pointed out to me the rust in the front wheel arches. Therefore, immediately after the purchase, according to the advice, I carried out anti-corrosion treatment, and also changed the oil and installed a spacer.
There were no engine knocks at idle, but the gearbox hummed and the lever vibrated. In winter, antifreeze was quickly used up. I was also surprised by the considerable gas consumption (a tank lasts 250-300 km). There were minor breakdowns: the generator belt broke, the lights needed to be replaced and minor electrical repairs were required.
However, there were also advantages: the car started well in cold weather, there were no complaints about the suspension or engine, the high seating position was pleasing, and, most importantly, the car drove. Overall, there were no big disappointments: I knew what I was buying. But we still had to invest in repairs and maintenance.”
If a novice driver does not have repair skills and money to visit auto repair shops, a broken car may be laid up.
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Acceleration to 100 km/h with a volume of 1.6
A few years later, after the standard 1.5-liter engine was modified, the “four” began to be equipped with more modern 1.6-liter units. Due to the modified cylinder block, an increase of 5 horsepower was achieved.
Taking into account the light weight of the car body and a slightly modified engine, acceleration to hundreds began to take exactly 13 seconds .
As the drivers themselves note, competent work with the gearbox during acceleration allows you to achieve even better results. There are often cases when a “departure” of 12 seconds is recorded.
Acceleration to 100 km/h of the VAZ 2114 according to the passport for the version with an 82-horsepower engine is exactly 13 seconds. This is still enough for daily driving in city traffic, but improvements are being made for more dynamic movement. By warming up the rubber, removing the catalyst, and flashing the engine’s “brains,” it can be removed in up to 1-2 seconds. It is clear that this reduces the service life of the engine, but considering the cost of repairs, this is not so critical.
How much does a used VAZ-2114 cost?
Despite its modest equipment and unpresentable appearance, the VAZ-2114 is very popular in the secondary market. In 2022, it became the best-selling car in Russia, far ahead of the more advanced Focus, Corolla and Solaris.
Now almost 12 thousand copies are available on the secondary market at an average price of 142 thousand rubles. For the earliest ones they ask for an average of 60 thousand rubles. For 55 thousand, I found a copy with a mileage of 125 thousand km:
The “freshest” VAZs, from the 14th year of production, cost an average of 196 thousand rubles. For 175 thousand you can get a model with a mileage of 36 thousand km:
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Differences between VAZ 2114 and VAZ 2109
The improvements of the VAZ 2114 in comparison with the prototype turned out to be more than serious. They affected both the appearance and the technical part of the car.
2114 designers made a number of changes:
- new front and rear bumpers installed;
- updated version of the hood;
- the model received improved optics;
- the radiator was lined;
- added a package of moldings.
The interior of the car has changed even more. The instrument panel and steering wheel were completely replaced. To improve passenger and driver comfort, engineers replaced the outdated heater. The 2114 also received new front windshield wipers.
What problems do “14s” have with mileage?
Young people, as a rule, get the most out of their cars, which is why there are a lot of damaged cars on the secondary market. Here is a live example, you don’t even need to look closely:
Report avtocod.ru
shows that the car was involved in accidents three times:
In all three cases, the impact fell on the same part of the body:
The car was issued a copy of the title, there are restrictions on registration with the traffic police.
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Another problem with used “fourteeners” is the twisted mileage. Here's a live example:
The mileage in the ad is 150 thousand km, in the report it is 146,343 km:
But in fact, the car has driven more than 200 thousand km:
This car is pretty tired and will probably require repairs. Better to look for something else.
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Is accessibility a priority?
Compared to other cars that beginners choose as their first car, the VAZ-2114 does not look at all advantageous. A meager interior, an ugly body, and modest driving performance do little to please those who value aesthetics. Due to the lack of modern safety equipment, the risk of accidents and injuries is high. But the affordable price and inexpensive repairs play in favor of the “four”.
If a novice driver chooses this particular car, we advise you to buy a newer version so that you can drive for some time without looking under the hood.
Author: Dmitry Savchenko
Do you think it’s worth starting your driving experience with a VAZ-2114? What do you recommend paying attention to when purchasing? We are waiting for your answers in the comments.
Price for VAZ 2114
Of course, most owners of domestically produced cars choose VAZ cars precisely because of their low cost. The price for the 16 valve VAZ 2114 is in an equally acceptable range, but at the same time you can count not only on efficiency, but also on fairly good performance of this vehicle.
Prices today for a 16-valve model fluctuate around 300 thousand rubles.
