AvtoVAZ is a large Russian company specializing in the production of cars. Legendary models such as the Six, the Nine, and the Ninety Nine came out of its assembly line. The whole world knows them. It is worth noting that these cars still conquer the roads, and not only Russian, but also neighboring countries. However, progress does not stand still. In 2004, AvtoVAZ began production of the brand-new Kalina model at that time. This line was opened by a sedan, a hatchback was subsequently developed. And finally, in 2014, a new car appeared - Lada Kalina NFR R 1, replenishing the segment of sports cars.
A bit of history
As mentioned above, in 2014, the domestic company introduced its new “brainchild”. This car is classified as racing. He first made his debut on a track near Moscow as part of the WTCC championship. Experts praised the capabilities of Lada Kalina NFR R1, calling the car a "hot monster." Later, just a few months later, the model was exhibited to the general public at the international auto show held in the capital of the Russian Federation. The novelty was accepted with a bang. Experts predicted that the car will become an exclusive domestic car industry. And it is worth noting that these allegations are not groundless. The start of sales of Lada Kalina NFR (see photo in the article) began at the end of 2015.
Dimensions news
The new Lada has become the successor to the Sport model. The car is released with the body of a hatchback version, like the previous version. Its dimensions have not changed and are fully consistent with its predecessor. Body length - 3943 mm, outer width - 1700 mm, height - 1450 mm. However, there is still a difference between the models. These are rims. In Lada Kalina NFR they are increased. Now their size is 17 inches. What about the wheelbase? There are also no special changes. The distance between the axles does not exceed 2478 mm. However, such indicators make the car the most stable when performing cool maneuvers.
Exterior
So, let's figure out what awaits us in the external design of the car. Of course, we start the review from the front. I immediately want to note that it is not worth waiting for extremely new elements in the exterior of the car. It differs from the Lada Sport model only in small changes, which can be called faster completion, and not the introduction of something new and original. First of all, we will focus on the appeared holes located on the hood lid. This innovation is very useful, given the purpose of the Lada Kalina NFR. It does not play a special design role, but such vents are very important for the engine. With their help, the unit has the ability to cool faster.
The bumper is very large and voluminous, its design is quite complicated. On its sides you can see special compartments that are designed for foglights. The latter are made in a fairly simple round shape. In the middle is a large grille with smooth borders without angularities. The optics of the head light are made in the shape of a rectangle, however, the lower part of the headlights has roundness, which gives a certain softness. On the side, a plain window sill line is clearly expressed, but the roof has a characteristic bevel to the rear. The windows are large, visibility is good. The rear bumper is small. On the sides are installed "feet." The headlights are very large, occupying from top to bottom almost half of the body. They start from the roof itself and end in the middle of the wing. Summing up, the exterior can be called discreet, but dynamic.
Interior
Lada Kalina NFR (see interior photo below) inside is simply identical to the Sport model. The first thing that catches your eye - powerful seats with good enough lateral support. She perfectly holds the driver during steep maneuvers. The dashboard is multifunctional. There is an on-board computer, a multimedia screen, a heating system and more. The steering wheel is sporty, but without control buttons. A small remote control is installed on the driver’s door. On it are buttons responsible for power windows, locks and other locks.
A significant advantage of all Kalin is the spacious interior. This car is no exception. Passengers in the back row, even with a height of 180 cm, will not feel crowded. Now let's talk about the pronounced details that are borrowed from the predecessor. The first thing that catches your eye is the orange line. Its manufacturer uses both on the steering wheel trim and on the seats. Almost all the elements that are in the cabin of the new "Lada" are already familiar to motorists by previous models, and even the non-sports line.
Specifications
So, having studied the external and internal design, many will ask: what is the feature of the car? Indeed, when examined in detail, there is nothing interesting and extremely new. But the highlight in the Lada Kalina NFR is still there. And it is hiding precisely under the hood. The manufacturer installed a modernized engine on the model. The VAZ-21127 unit is taken as its basis. The power plant is a four-cylinder engine with a capacity of 1.6 liters. The cylinders are arranged in a row, equipped with a distributed fuel injection. In the process of its modernization, a complete reprogramming of the systems was carried out, so that the engine became forced with significantly improved performance. It works on gasoline, develops a capacity of about 140 liters. from.
A couple to it is installed a mechanical gearbox, designed for 5 speeds. It is worth paying attention that the automatic transmission is not intended for sports cars, as it significantly reduces the main acceleration and speed indicators. The new model already at the start shows good results. To "hundreds" accelerates in just 9 seconds. The maximum that she is capable of in terms of speed is the mark of 203 km / h.
Options and prices
The serial production of the Lada Kalina model is limited to only 50 copies. The cost of the car varies between 800-900 thousand rubles. What can I get for this money? Your comfort and coziness: climate control installation, 17-inch wheels, sports seats of the first row, two airbags, 7-inch multimedia screen, automatic windows installed on all doors, excellent braking system and, of course, the highlight of the car is forced 136-horsepower engine.