Reviews about the Lada XRAY car. What are the disadvantages of the Lada X Ray: reviews from the owners of the X Ray cons

21.05.2018

Lada XRAY (Lada X-Ray) is the second after revolutionary new product from AvtoVAZ and in fact is not such a Russian car. The fact is that the engines for this model were borrowed from Nissan, and the transmission from Renault. And in general, out of 1800 parts used in the car, only 500 of them are original, and the level of localization of the model is no more than 50%. Despite this, the Lada XRAY, which debuted a couple of years ago on the domestic market, is already significantly ahead of its progenitor, the Renault Sandero Stepway, whose sales started much earlier. But let’s try to figure it out why the Lada is loved more than a foreign car now.

Some facts
The start of sales of Lada XRAY was officially announced in February 2016. If you do not take into account the Lada Vesta SW Сross, this model is the most expensive car from Tolyatti, but even this fact did not prevent it from becoming one of the leaders in sales among domestic cars - in 2017 more than 33,000 copies were sold in Russia alone. The hatchback was built on the B0 platform borrowed from the Renault-Nissan alliance. In addition to the Lada XRAY and Sandero, such popular models as Logan, Duster and Captur are also based on it, despite this, in appearance the car does not have any similarities with its platform counterparts.

Main advantages of Lada XRAY

The indisputable advantage of this car is its design and although, as they say, “it depends on the taste and color...”, even people who are skeptical about the Russian automobile industry admit that Steve Mattin got the style 100% right for this car (X-style). The car looks original and modern, and even more so compared to the somewhat clumsy ancestor Sandero. Adding chic are complex stampings on the sides of the body and running lights, rare in the segment, thanks to which the Lada can be seen in traffic from afar. You can only guess about the relationship between XRAY and Sandero by looking into the interior, since the cars have the same displays for the multimedia system and on-board computer.

Despite the generally successful design, there is a part of the body that has received a lot of criticism not only from journalists, but also from car enthusiasts. Most of all, everyone dislikes the rear of the car because of the unfortunate shape of the rear lights. To summarize, we can state the fact that AvtoVAZ engineers realized that even for little money the consumer wants to get a beautiful car, and not a shapeless “trough”.

— Clearance —

Another important advantage is the car’s ground clearance, which on standard tires is an impressive 195 mm. And even though it is 5 mm smaller under the steel engine protection, this ground clearance still allows you to confidently move beyond asphalt roads, and this is important for motorists in most CIS countries. Despite the impressive ground clearance and similarity to a crossover, a protective plastic body kit and all-wheel drive are not provided for the X-Ray, but you should not be upset, since a new XRAY Cross is expected on the market in the near future, which will be devoid of these shortcomings. How the car’s characteristics will change is still unknown, but drawing an analogy with the Vesta, which was raised by 25 mm with a similar upgrade, we can assume that the off-road capabilities of the new product will improve and it will be on par with such compact crossovers as the Opel Mokka.

— Suspension —

The suspension of the Lada XRAY was borrowed from the related Sandero Stepway, which worked well in our operating conditions, and after adaptation to the Russian brand it became even more collected without losing energy intensity. And the consumer appreciated it: praise to the suspension - perhaps the most frequently mentioned plus of this car.

— Equipment —

Also, the advantages of the Lada XRAY over its competitors include an impressive range of available options. Although the basic configuration lacks air conditioning, which is certainly a significant disadvantage, it is well equipped in terms of safety. The base is equipped with a stabilization system, two airbags and the Era-Glonass system. More expensive trim levels are equipped with navigation with a traffic jam function, a rear view camera, albeit single-zone, but still climate control, cruise control with a speed limit function, 17-inch alloy wheels and illuminated entry/exit points in the doors. In an exclusive version, a background LED interior suspension and combined seat upholstery made of eco-leather and Alcantara are installed.

I would also like to note the convenient multimedia system, which has a clear interface and good performance, clear navigation and a fairly high-quality rear view camera. In addition, many consumers like the operation of an audio system with an automatic sound correction function. The high level of noise insulation also contributes to the sound quality of the acoustics, which few owners would dare to criticize. But, nevertheless, it is worth noting that Russian engineers still have something to work on in this direction.

— Price —

Another indisputable plus is a large selection of available configurations and a reasonable price tag - the Lada XRAY price list includes 15 different modifications designed to suit any budget. So, for example, the poorest configuration with a 1.6 naturally aspirated petrol (106 hp) and a manual gearbox will cost almost 8,500 USD. But for the top-end configuration with a 1.8-liter gasoline engine (122 hp) and a robotic transmission, you will have to pay almost 14,000 USD.

Pros, according to the owners:

Suspension: strong, informative, minimal roll, takes you out of a rut
Quality brakes
High-torque power units
Decent sound insulation
Spacious trunk
Good maneuverability thanks to impressive ground clearance and short overhangs
Fan washer nozzles
Convenient and modern multimedia system
Under the hood units are publicly accessible
Maintenance is carried out every 15,000 km
Parking sensors and reversing camera
Climate control: warm in winter, cool in summer

Minuses

As you know, there are no ideal cars, the Lada XRAY also has its drawbacks, however, taking into account the price, you can close your eyes to most of them, but there are also those that negatively affect not only driving characteristics, but also reliability. One of these is a robotic gearbox, complaints about which are left in abundance on forums by the owners of this model and those who have had the opportunity to drive cars with a VAZ AMT.

— Robotic transmission —

The main problem of this box is the indecently short clutch life. The manufacturer, knowing about the problem, released a reinforced unit, but how much more reliable it will be, time will tell, since cars with such a clutch still have very little mileage to say that it is truly reliable. But the fact that the unit began to work more stable is a fact - up to 10,000 km of run, jerks are not observed and this is already progress. A less significant drawback of the gearbox is slow gear shifting, especially when moving from first to second and from second to third gear. However, AvtoVAZ engineers promise to solve this problem as well - an updated version of the unit (2.0) is expected to be released, which will reduce gear shift time by 30%. Time will tell how it will be, but there is a fear that such an improvement will provoke more accelerated wear of the clutch.

— Less significant disadvantages —

Other shortcomings include an inconvenient pedal assembly. Many owners note that it feels quite cramped in the area of the gas and brake pedals. There are also complaints about visibility due to the wide A-pillars, but in fairness I would like to say that this drawback is inherent in many modern cars of European and Asian production, since such a design has a positive effect on the safety of the driver and passengers. Despite the fact that the Lada XRAY is positioned and looks like a comfortable family car, the volume of interior space is not as much as we would like. And if there is, in principle, enough space for the driver and front passenger, there is frankly not enough space in the gallery.

Disadvantages of Lada XRAY, according to owners:

Low quality finishing materials: rag and oak plastic
There is no way to disable ESP, which chokes the engine when driving in mud or snow
The interior deflectors do not work correctly: they blow in the wrong direction
Windage on the track
No armrest
Flimsy false floor in the trunk
Single-level heated seats
Short passes
The steering wheel is not adjustable for reach

Result:

Summing up, I would like to say that overall the car is not bad, which is confirmed not only by sales statistics, but also by the number of positive reviews from owners. But until the Lada XRAY has an alternative to mechanics and a robot with one clutch, the model will continue to scare away potential buyers who prefer a classic automatic or CVT available from competitors.

Sincerely, AutoAvenue editors

The “X”-shaped series of domestic cars continues to delight its fans with new products. The latest creation of this series was the Lada X Ray, which from the first minutes of its appearance became the subject of many disputes. Since the car is an improved twin brother of Renault Sandero, strict critics immediately began to compare it with its progenitor.

To everyone's amazement, the results were as follows: the car is significantly superior to the Sandero both in terms of maneuverability and quality of control control. In addition, its appearance has been improved by designers who have given it a certain touch of authentic German design.

Many car owners are pleased to note that there is a certain similarity with Cayenne

However, during use, some malfunctions of the Lada X-ray were also noted, which are worthy of being voiced. Their systematization and features of manifestation will allow potential owners to understand which aspects should be emphasized.

Engine Lada X Ray

Speaking of engines, it’s worth mentioning right away that the engineers took full care to provide a choice. So, the machine can be equipped with the following engines:

VAZ-21129 with a volume of 1.6;
HR16DE with a volume of 1.6;
VAZ -21179 with a volume of 1.8.

All engines love to “eat” 95 gasoline, but the Renault-Nissan HR16DE will not refuse 92 gasoline.

Statistics based on long-term observations tell us that the VAZ-21129 has the longest life expectancy. Unfortunately, its slight advantage does not mean that it is not susceptible to common X Ray "diseases", which include:

Gas pedal drops, followed by inability to reduce speed

This problem, as paradoxical as it may sound, is caused by the inability to operate correctly at low temperatures. Residents of the northern regions claim that when the temperature drops to -20 degrees, the pedal becomes inhibited and does not allow the speed to be reduced. The treatment is to replace the original electronic pedal contact, as it cannot withstand severe frosts.

The engine is adjusting

VAZ -21179 distinguished itself here. Owners note unstable operation in frosty weather, but as soon as operating temperature is reached, the symptom goes away. There is no treatment as such - this point, rather, relates to the characteristics of the engine model and does not have obvious dire consequences.

Leaking seals (crankshaft, camshaft)

All engines from the series have a decent oil appetite

To avoid this problem, an immutable rule for every owner will be.

Transmission Lada X Ray

Of all the obvious problems of the transmission (which, by the way, the Lada engineers succeeded better than other parts of the car), one can only include noisy operation.

The main problem is noted by the happy owners of traditional mechanics. Very often, increased switching noise frightens owners, who turn to service in a panic. , this problem can also be traced, but to a lesser extent.

There is no treatment as such, since the study has established that even with deliberately loud noise in operation, the mechanism operates according to the “protocol”. For those who want to reduce noise, there is only one piece of advice - change the oil in the box. When new oil arrives, the mechanism will operate at maximum productivity and minimal damage, which means reduced operating noise.

If you want to choose the X Ray with the quietest box, we recommend focusing on the robot

The time frame for each possible operation is not limited to 100 thousand km. Practice has shown that their potential can exceed the “norm” by 2 or even 3 times (with proper care).

Chassis Lada X Ray

The walker is not X Ray's trump card. The engineers borrowed everything that was possible from Sandero, “seasoning” the arsenal of capabilities with increased ground clearance.

Before plunging into the world of suspension malfunctions, it should be noted that in front it is represented by the expected MacPherson strut, and in the rear by its semi-independent brother. This solution has some advantages, namely:

significantly reduces the cost of repairs;
creates the possibility of availability of spare parts.

Roughly speaking, the chassis is made in such a way that you don’t mind driving on not very good roads. Now to the “diseases”. It is necessary to mention that all the data given below are, rather, the norm, since the operating mode of most models leaves much to be desired.

Excessive wear of CV joints

“Changing grenades for our brother is the same as going out for bread,” one respected compatriot once said, and it’s quite difficult to disagree with him! The hinges, which ensure the transmission of equal angular velocities, work in conjunction with the entire suspension, and it, in turn, has a “habit” of finding itself in “indecent” conditions.

Some owners claim that thanks to the selection, they found other options from foreign manufacturers that show better results. However, it is stupid to recommend this action, since if a foreign body “wedges” into Lada’s “organism”, it may respond with failure of other systems.

Noisiness

It is what it is. The walker works mercilessly, absorbing the blows of fate from our roads. Naturally, the sounds of its “struggle” with the road can be heard in the cabin (apparently, the designers decided that this was a kind of piece of boasting - they say, listen to how great the chassis works). This feature is not easy to treat - the owner will have to deal with sound insulation, which involves ripping out the interior, followed by installing everything back.

Body and interior of Lada X Ray

make sure that your “iron horse” is reliably protected by covers

In terms of performance, owners note that the seats are uncomfortable (replacing them is quite expensive, as there are many factors to consider). In addition, their coating loses its external luster over time.

Despite the fact that the Lada X-Ray only recently appeared on the Russian market, it immediately became mega-popular. And so much so that there is still a shortage of the model in car dealerships. And if so, then there are already a lot of reviews about the car. It is worth noting that most people like everything about the car, with the possible exception of minor flaws in the assembly. And AvtoVAZ still needs to work on the quality of customer service at dealership centers.

Reviews from real Lada X-Ray owners

Today I finally picked up my X-Ray from the salon! I ordered it back in February in the top version, but it has already been decided that the hatch will be remade as a concept, and there is also a desire to install competition acoustics. Overall, I like the machine, and it’s not too bad to redo it. The good news is that there is free evacuation, which is valid all year round.))

Mikhail (Podolsk)

Good afternoon everyone. And so, unexpectedly, I became the owner of X-Ray. I looked at it, I seemed to like it, after the second inspection I realized that I definitely liked it, and when I got acquainted with the characteristics, it became clear that this is 100% my car! I went for a test drive, took it for a ride - everything was fine, and so was the price. But we had to wait a long time - almost three months. But these days I managed to read a lot about the car, watch videos, etc.

Of course, there were other models in mind, but I realized that for this money it was impossible to count on something better.

Sergey (Noginsk)

Hello everyone. Our XRAY sale started on February 14th. I went to a car dealership. I wanted to try a hatch with a 1.8-liter engine, but this was not available, but the managers offered it with a 110-horsepower Nissan engine, and I agreed. Still, this unit has been tested for years, in 1.8 it’s new... I paid 120,000 rubles in advance, and after 3 days I drove it out of the dealer with a new car!

I’ll say right away that I liked the interior, especially comfortable in the front. It’s a bit cramped in the back, of course, and there’s definitely nothing for three people to do there, but two people will travel quite tolerably. I hadn’t really ridden a manual before, but I liked the clutch pedal - light and informative, it already grips at 1/3 of the stroke. The engine is not bad, although during the break-in I ran it at more than 3,000 rpm. didn't twist it. But this is enough for 110 km/h, and it accelerates decently at that speed, even going down to 4th gear is not always necessary. It also unwinds normally. The noise is also at the level, I deliberately turned off the music and listened closely. Very worthy for this class!

Consumption is small, the average shows 6.3 liters. But visibility is not so great - the A-pillars block it. Otherwise everything is fine. The rain sensor works as expected, the brushes do not creak, the climate control is 5+, and the mirrors remain clean in the rain. Handling is good, there is almost no roll in corners, it stands well in a straight line, but at zero the steering wheel is empty.

When choosing, there were other candidates - Rio, Solaris, Polo, Sid. But either they didn’t like it, or the price wasn’t right.

Victor (Primorsko-Akhtarsk)

I've been waiting for such a car for a long time. The Chevy Niva is frankly not happy with its engine, and it’s too focused on off-road driving, and the Stepway is outwardly boring. I’ve been following X-Ray since his presentation at MIAS 2014, and as soon as orders were announced, I immediately went to the dealer. And I don’t regret it – the hatch didn’t disappoint me.

Alexander (Omsk)

So I am included in the list of Zhiguli owners!))) I decided not to repair the Opel - to change the struts, tires and clutch. It's better to buy a new one right away. I was choosing between XRAY and Sandero. Still leaned towards X Ray. It also has a more powerful engine, and it’s cheaper. I looked at a bunch of reviews where they say that the hatchback tilts and is uncomfortable to sit in - this is not true. With my 185 cm, I easily find a comfortable fit. But the armrest and steering wheel reach adjustment are really lacking. It is also inconvenient to warm up without an engine temperature sensor. And don’t listen to those who say that your feet touch the neighboring pedals. I'm size 45 and everything is ok!

Alexey (St. Petersburg)

I bought this hatchback instead of a 2013 Opel Corsa D. What I didn’t like about it was that in winter the bottom was catching literally everything on the road, and the holes on the asphalt were in the way. My wife and I saw the Lada when we were driving home from work and immediately dropped into the car dealership. I bought the car primarily for my wife. She liked everything and quickly got used to the controls.

Ilya (Magnitogorsk)

I bought this car impulsively, there was no long thought before it. What can I say? I really like the car, but our build doesn’t! After all, I’ve only had X-Ray for a month, and I’m already tired of counting the breakdowns and shortcomings:

The trunk can only be closed if you give it a good slam;

The rear right belt mount is simply reversed;

We tried to update the navigation maps in the normal manner, but nothing worked. You need to change the name avtovaz to renault in multimedia (in the brand file);

The hood support is inconvenient to insert;

Directly under the dashboard lies the driver's foot heating pipe;

The contact between the GPS module antenna and multimedia is poor;

It feels like the instruction manual was written so crookedly on purpose. Some points are completely impossible to understand. For example, how to lock a car without a battery in the remote control.

I have to struggle with all this, but I still like the car.

Igor (Yoshkar-Ola)

I started driving a car on March 14, 2016, and before that I drove a II generation Focus, which my parents safely got. I didn’t complain about it, I drove 86,000 km, but due to the expansion of my family and car, more was required. That's why I was looking for something like Focus. The main contenders were Logan, X-Ray, Solaris and Polo.

I decided to buy a Lada and here's why:

Space – in this parameter, only Logan can compare with X-Ray;

Equipment - I have rain and light sensors, heated seats, climate control and much more, and competitors do not have this for that amount;

Ground clearance – I’m already tired of scraping the bottom of the Focus.

In total, the purchase cost me 734,000 rubles, for a car in the top manual version, with floor mats, compulsory motor insurance and an alarm system.

Maxim (Kazan)

Hello everyone!

A few days ago I also became the owner of a new AvtoVAZ model. To be honest, there were many options. We needed a new car for our family. First I tested Vesta, and then X-Ray. I immediately chose a hatchback!))) It has more ground clearance, better sound insulation, and a good trunk. I’m not tall myself (178 cm), so there’s plenty of room for me and my beloved. At first we wanted it in Fresh color, but it didn’t work out. The same thing happened with the top version on the robot. In the end, the dealer offered the Top Prestige package and we agreed. We ordered the car on June 2, on the 6th it was already in the showroom, and on the 9th we received the title.

Yuri (Pyatigorsk)

When I was choosing a car, I chose the X-Ray with a 1.8-liter engine, AMT in Puma color. The car became the third in the family.

Briefly about Lada:

There are no complaints about the engine, it pulls great.

The suspension could have been softer. When driving over large bumps there are impacts on the steering wheel. There is, of course, some roll in corners, but it’s small.

The robot is dumb, although maybe I’m just not used to it yet. But I think that after the break-in, he will begin to think more quickly.

There seems to be no noise at all in the cabin, the clattering in the arches is especially annoying. But the plastic does not knock or rattle, except, perhaps, on the shelf in the trunk.

Overall I'm happy with the choice.

Ilnar (Bavly)

This Lada X-Ray was assembled on February 29, 2016, and on March 5 it ended up with me. I took the Top Prestige package, with a 1.8 liter engine and a robot. Now the mileage is 5,700 km, the flight is normal. At first, I sometimes had to switch to manual control because the robot was thoughtful, but after the first 2,000 km everything returned to normal, and the car drove noticeably more cheerfully. XRAY is definitely worth the money! So, the other day I accelerated it to 170 km/h, it holds the road well and does not wander.

Alexander (Ramenskoye)

I bought the car in early April. I immediately took care of it - installed an alarm and made anti-noise. Next up is anti-corrosive and complete sound insulation. I installed a separate armrest from Sandero, as well as a video recorder (the wires were stuck under the ceiling). There will be additions to the review and photos in the future.

Vyacheslav (Moscow)

I bought Xrey after I successfully sold Solaris. In this case, I won’t say that Lada is better or worse in some ways, she’s just different, although there were still annoying little things and they spoiled the mood. At first I had to wait 4 days for the title, because I purchased the car on Monday, and the papers arrived only on Thursday. And when it was time to pick up the car from the dealership, I waited 4 hours for the firmware to be updated, but for this the manager gave me a polish)). At first there were difficulties with starting due to a very soft clutch pedal. It handles potholes and bumps perfectly, but the plastic in the cabin is, of course, cheap.

Nail (Naberezhnye Chelny)

Good day to all. Let me start with the fact that I bought my Lada X-Ray on March 10 of this year. Of course, the service life is short, but first impressions are encouraging. I chose the Optima package so as not to overpay for all sorts of options that I don’t really need. And everything you need can be supplied separately.

The engine is excellent, it’s enough for me, and short gears make acceleration even more dynamic. The suspension is super, it simply swallows all the holes and bumps! Overall, the XRAY is a good, high-quality car that is completely worth the money. I don’t plan to do much tuning, since my free time is spent on family. Good luck everyone!

Rustam (Perm)

Before that I had a Chevrolet Lacetti hatchback. When the time came to change the car, I decided to approach this issue with all seriousness. For this reason, I looked at a lot of literature, test drives and reviews, studied technical sites, attended test drives, etc. I will say right away that when choosing, I was guided by the parameters of the Lacetti, so that the new car would not be inferior to them - no less than 150 mm of road clearance, trunk at least 350 liters, max length 4,300 mm. The engine wanted was 1.6, but from 100 horses. The cabin had to have climate control, heated seats and windshield, at least a couple of airbags, ESP and “required” automatic transmission. The asking price is up to 800,000 wooden ones. However, I didn't want a used one.

So the Lada X-Ray suited me. Of course, the car is new, but it’s under warranty, and I’m prepared for various childhood illnesses and shortcomings!

Alexander (Bryansk)

It all started with the fact that on February 14 I went to Tula for the presentation of X Ray. After this, it was decided to change my Logan, which was 2 years old. I chose the TOP PRESTIGE package with a 110-horsepower engine from Nissan. Price – 698,000 rubles. Logan traded in on March 24 for 420,000 rubles, and received a discount of 60,000 rubles. So far I’m happy with everything, nothing knocks or rattles, there are no breakdowns, and the ground clearance and chassis only make me happy.

Roman (Tula)

So the thought of buying a domestic car came to me, although before that I had sworn off getting into our car. But X-Ray is a converted Stepway, so, in fact, I switched to a French model with a different nameplate.

Dmitry (Kazan)

Lada XRAY became the second car in the family. The first is a KIA Cerato with automatic transmission. I bought the Lada on February 19, 2016 in Ufa, so I had to drive 250 km to get home, and about 1/3 of it I lost the habit of using the automatic transmission. But everyone liked the hatchback, especially my wife was delighted!

Alexey (Neftekamsk)

Good afternoon everyone. I managed to become the owner of a Lada XRAY only 2 months after ordering. At first, I liked the “basalt gray” color the most, but the delivery time for the car in this color kept getting pushed back, which is why it was decided to choose from what the dealer had. In the end I settled on white. I took the TOP+Prestige package, and the video camera played an important role, since I had one on my previous car, and I was very used to such a device, and I was completely satisfied with the quality of its work on the X-Ray. At the same time, the dealer installed gas struts on the hood, installed sound insulation on the wheel arches and underbody, and also purchased floor mats and installed anti-corrosion protection. Moreover, I lost almost 50% of the price of special extras because of a dent on the fender (apparently, it got caught on a car transporter).

The car works like a clock - nothing breaks, does not fall off along the way, does not creak, etc. It feels very close to foreign cars, except that the sound of closing the doors is a little different. Well, all sorts of little things - the glove compartment looks like it’s in a “nine”, you can’t change songs from the steering wheel, the plastic is oak and there’s not much space.

Igor (Moscow)

I chose a car so that I could buy it without a loan and not have to buy a used one. Before that there was a Ford Focus, which we still have. I bought the X-Ray on April 20, so I haven't driven it for long. I like the appearance, nothing breaks, although the impressions are not only positive.

Stanislav (Krasnodar)

Not a bad car, with good acoustics, normal acceleration, navigation, Bluetooth and Era-Glonass. The chassis is a bit stiff, but it handles great on the highway.

Igor (Orekhovo-Zuevo)

When choosing a car, I noted such advantages of the Lada as a cool interior, high ground clearance, interesting appearance and comfort. The only thing that confuses me is that the robot could think faster when overclocking.

Kirill (St. Petersburg)

Before this, the family had a lot of cars, but everyone was tired of tinkering with old ones, so they decided that the next car would only be new. Of course, the budget is small, so apart from Ladas, Solaris and Rio there was nothing interesting. They decided not to take the Koreans, they were too familiar.

First we drove through all the VAZ showrooms in Rostov, but there were few cars with AMT, and the choice of trim levels was narrow, and while the Peugeot was sold, there was only one left, and not quite the version that we wanted. But in the end we have the following - XRay Optima with EBD, ESP, ABS, a bunch of other systems, airbags, air conditioning, Bluetooth, 2-din radio, heated seats and much more.

Andrey (Rostov)

I have been wanting to buy a NEW car for a long time. And now, the dream has come true! I went to pick up X Ray in Tolyatti (only 120 km away). My wife and I took a long time to choose, I wanted an X, and she wanted a Vesta, but after the test drive everything became clear!)) Rey is in the garage!

Alexander (Dimitrovgrad)

This is not my car, but my father's. Before her, he had a ten, but he still decided to get a new thing. They sold ten quickly, tested different options, but from the very beginning he wanted X-Rey, so they settled on it. We took it in the Optima/Comfort configuration - the minimum for a Nissan engine. I tried to persuade him to choose Top/Prestige, but to no avail.

Judging by first impressions, it’s very good – it handles well, rides briskly, and the interior is quiet. There is only one drawback so far - the visibility in the interior mirror is not very good. There was also a bolt lying right on the back seat. It probably fell out of the casing, I'll have to look for where exactly it came from.

Oleg (Yaroslavl)

I bought the car in mid-February, almost immediately after its presentation. I took advantage of the trade-in - handed over my 2-year-old to Grant, paid extra and drove home. So far I'm very pleased with everything.

Evgeniy (Orenburg)

The choice fell on XRAY. In principle, why not? Still, AvtoVAZ is starting to make really worthwhile cars. I simply don’t see any competitors, and Lada copes with its task of being an “anti-crisis” car 100%. Some people don’t like the VAZ emblem, but I got over these show-offs a long time ago.

I have a Nissan engine and a Renault gearbox, the package includes everything you need. The only pity is that there was no branded mother of pearl, so I had to take black.

Andrey (Moscow)

I bought X Ray not for myself, but for my wife, instead of Matiz. I decided to go to Tolyatti. Still, it’s not very far to go, but the difference of 20,000 rubles, in comparison with Orenburg, is felt. My wife chose the color, and I defended the package, although she initially wanted something cheaper. We drove back in the rain, the sensor responded on time, and I liked the instrument lighting. I wasn’t tired on the road, although I traveled 520 km. But I didn’t like the low beam, so I’ll change the bulbs soon.

Eldar (Orenburg)

I like Lada. Of course, you can’t do without minor shortcomings, but this is no longer so important, and the price of the car, frankly speaking, is not prohibitive. When I was driving, the glove compartment began to creak, but I just decided not to bother, and after a week everything became normal.

Denis (Sochi)

It seems to me that the obvious cannot be denied. X-Ray is a budget car, but designed at the level of its classmates. I like the suspension, although for our roads it could have been made softer, the handling is on par, the steering wheel has good feedback, not empty. The sound insulation of the engine compartment is excellent - you can’t hear the engine at all up to 3,000 rpm. But the arches are rather weak - the clatter of stones fills the entire cabin with noise, and the mirrors become a source of hum after the 100 km/h mark. In this respect, the Lada is similar to the Focus.

Consumption is only pleasing, if, of course, you drive quietly - about 7.5 liters in the city. If you don’t think too much about efficiency, it comes out to about 9 liters. On the highway, my record is 6.8 liters, but I didn’t drive more than 100 km/h. The interior assembly is normal, nothing knocks yet. For music lovers, the sound, of course, is not enough, but for the average driver it is enough; it is gratifying that the speakers do not wheeze at maximum. Multimedia seems to be good, but if you use the touch keys, especially with navigation on, it starts to get dull. On the other hand, when pressing simple buttons it works clearly.

Victor (Tolyatti)

I've only had this car for a week. Moreover, X-Ray became not only my first VAZ, but also my first new car in general. Before this, I had a lot of used foreign cars, and for the past 6 years I have been driving Renault Scenics (diesel).

Sergey (Zhukovsky)

It happens differently in life. So I was convinced of this truth when I switched from BMW to Lada. But X Ray did not disappoint me! Of course, we can argue for a long time, but the car makes me happy, and that’s the main thing. And in general, I began to pay less attention to prestige. Perhaps age is taking its toll.

Oleg (Minsk)

My first acquaintance with X-Ray occurred in the magazine “Behind the Wheel” more than 2 years ago. Then I immediately liked it, and when in 2015 the need arose to replace the car, there was no doubt - as soon as the Lada appeared at the dealer, the first thing I did was go to the car dealership. I examined it, sat inside and ordered the Optima + Comfort package. They gave me a discount under the trade-in program (RUB 60,000), but I had to wait a month. Of course, there were some shortcomings, but I and my family really like the car.

Alexey (Kez)

When choosing a car, I carefully looked through all the options within 650,000 rubles over the course of 2 weeks. He noted all the advantages and disadvantages. By the way, I want to say right away that my wife and I decided to buy only a new car.

In the end, we decided on the XRAY with a manual, 110-horsepower engine in the Thor configuration. We bought the car almost immediately after its official presentation, in February. They paid 668,000 rubles for it. The appearance is, of course, simply superb.

Alexander (Ryazan)

This is my second new domestic car. I like everything about it - the engine is sufficient (in general), it steers decently, although the gears of the box are still a bit short. In general, it seems to me that AvtoVAZ managed to make a worthy model, even if it was cobbled together from spare parts from France and Japan. The hatchback is safe and comfortable, so driving it is a pleasure.

Roman (Kursk)

I am 100% satisfied with X Ray! The hatchback is stylish and beautiful, I especially like the stampings on the surface of the doors and wings. And he drives great. During my ownership, I was able to drive on the highway, around the city, and off-road (dirt, snow, etc.) Everywhere the Lada showed its best side.

Inside are all the necessary little things - cup holders, niches for small items, pockets in the doors, a cooled glove compartment, etc. There are nets in the trunk for securing cargo, and niches behind the rear wheel arches. When the sofa is folded, you get a flat platform, which makes loading much easier, especially if you need to transport something large.

Kirill (Sevastopol)

To be fair, the XRAY cannot be called a failed car for VAZ. And the 16,000 cars planned for this year will be sold. But, honestly, this is not a circulation that you should be proud of.

XRAY appeared in serial form last December. Even then, criticism began to pour in that the appearance of the car had little in common with the prototype shown earlier. Where is the lightness and swiftness of the image? She doesn't exist. However, compared to the donor Renault Sandero Stepway, the domestic crossover looks very good. Red suits him especially well.

Initially, the salon makes an extremely positive impression. There is an easy-to-grip multifunctional steering wheel, climate control with a display, and tasteful seat upholstery. But, after sitting, you understand that Xray has room to grow: the chairs borrowed from Sandero are uncomfortable (West’s “furniture” is much better), there is nowhere to attach a smartphone, and it wouldn’t hurt to build a makeup mirror into both visors.

But visibility is good - you can see everything from the driver's seat. I will only criticize the image from the rear view camera: the monitor has a fair amount of glare even in low light. But advanced navigation, which can guide you along the route taking into account traffic jams, does not allow you to abandon the multimedia system. And sometimes it does this no worse than the popular and free smartphone application “Yandex.Navigator”!

XRAY became the first car of the brand for which the latest 1.8-liter 16-valve VAZ-21179 is available. It has solid power (122 hp) and torque (170 Nm). So, I expected a lot from the dynamics of the top version.

But, as the classic said, young men have hopes. So mine didn’t come true. The potential of the engine is ruined by the obstinate automatic manual transmission (AMT): hesitations, dives when switching... Compared to the smooth and predictable operation of hydromechanical automatic transmissions, the AMT transmission seems like a fiend. Even I, a calm driver, was now and then furious with these delays and jerks. I also didn’t like that the car wouldn’t move after standing still and releasing the brake pedal. XRAY will only roll in response to pressing the accelerator. It's incredibly inconvenient in traffic jams!

The smoothness of the ride was also disappointing. The Lada regularly picks up all the little things on the road and bounces on bumps with a larger caliber. But there are no complaints about the energy intensity of the suspension - it does not lead to breakdowns. But where the beating is felt is on the steering wheel. If you drive for five minutes on broken asphalt, you will be completely exhausted. And it would be nice if the reward for this shaking was precise controllability - but it’s not. In corners, the XRAY is unsophisticated, it takes the arc reluctantly and does not indulge in informative feedback.

But off the asphalt, the XRAY moves quite confidently - good geometric cross-country ability (minimum ground clearance - 195 mm!) and good engine thrust at low speeds help. By the way, there was also a slope retention system. The test car is from the first batch - this means that you cannot turn off ESP - this function was not enough in the mud. However, since this fall, Tolyatti residents have made a number of improvements to the Ixray design, including adding an ESP deactivation button. Such a prompt response to customer wishes can only be welcomed.