The product of the Russian automobile industry VAZ-2115, or Lada Samara-2, aka “tag”, is a car that is nothing more than a restyled version of the VAZ-21099, produced from 1997 to 2012. What is this model?
About car
The first plans of the designers intended to create an improved version of the popular "ninety-ninth", which implied the introduction of fundamental changes in the main components of the car, including the engine and chassis. But for various reasons, this bold plan of modernization was abandoned, and most of the mechanisms were simply rearranged from their predecessor.
Moreover, it cannot be said that the “ninety-ninth” is the same as the “tag”. The car was somewhat transformed. As a result, for all 15 years that cars of this model came off the assembly line, about 750 thousand copies were produced.
Appearance
The exterior has become more solid due to improved front optics and light signals. The shape of the car changed, as a result, they became less angular. "Fifteen" is a machine whose photo allows you to verify the attractiveness of such a model.
Another of the nice innovations can be noted an increase in trunk space. The loading height became lower, which facilitated the process of putting things into the machine and their subsequent removal from there.
Among the useful changes, it is worth noting the possibility of installing a heated seat, the presence of electric lifts and fog lights, which has become a big plus for owners. In addition, the “tag” is a machine that is already equipped with an on-board computer as standard.
Motor specifications
Initially, the vehicle was equipped with only one engine option. A one and a half liter carburetor engine, producing only 72 horsepower, was frankly weak. Almost all owners noted that the “tag” could not boast of this node. The car, the engine characteristics of which were clearly not up to par, differed in playfulness only when there was one driver in the cabin. When fully loaded, it was obvious that the heart of an iron horse could not cope with the load.
Three years after the start of model assembly, small changes were made to the power unit: an additional 6 horsepower was added to the power. Seven years later, it was decided to install a new motor. And the “speck” - a car that received a 1.6-liter engine with 81 hp, became more popular with motorists.
Owner reviews
A car is a complex technical device, which, in addition to performing the main task (being a means of transportation), must also satisfy other needs of people, which are growing with the development of science and technology. Therefore, when choosing an iron horse, motorists want to get a large number of options. Some owners, speaking of the “tag” - a Russian-made car, compare it with relatives, produced by well-known auto giants in other countries. Obviously, in such comparisons she seriously loses. But many say that in general, the car at an affordable price was not bad.
Of the shortcomings, the following should be noted:
- paint is quickly erased;
- confirmation of corrosion;
- Small space for rear passengers
- poor sound insulation;
- low power engine.
In addition to the affordable price, the “spot” has the following advantages:
- low fuel consumption;
- inexpensive parts that are always in stock;
- strong body;
- spacious trunk;
- attractive appearance.
"Fifteen" is a machine whose technical characteristics are not particularly impressive, but it found its customers. For some, it became a disappointment, and for some, with its small flaws, a good and reliable friend.