Lada X Ray is a roomy 5-seater hatchback representing an extremely popular class of pseudo-crossovers in Russia. In 2012 at the Moscow Motor Show XRAY car Concept made a splash, setting a fundamentally new tone in the development of style domestic brand. It was he who became the basis for creating a model, the premiere of which also took place in Moscow. AvtoVAZ did not fail - the start of sales of the pseudo-SUV turned out to be super successful.

About class Lada XRAY the controversy continues to this day. The model is made in a hatchback body (class B), but due to the greater ground clearance, some experts attribute it to SUVs. The list of competitors of the domestic product is extensive. This can be referred to as budget Renault Sandero Stepway, Geely MK Cross, and more expensive compared to X Ray Mitsubishi ASX and Nissan Juke.

The development of Lada XRAY lasted quite a long time. Prior to the final premiere, AvtoVAZ several times showed concepts that were supposed to become the main future model. The car was designed from scratch, choosing as a "source" all-wheel drive Renault Sandero. True, from the French off-road vehicle, only individual elements of the body and chassis remained in the concept. The Lada X Ray was created by a large group of specialists from AvtoVAZ and the Dacia concern. One third of the 1800 parts of the model were original.

The exterior of the serial modification was very similar to the style of the XRAYConcept2 concept, presented in 2012. The appearance of the hatchback turned out to be truly impressive. The main features were optics with LED DRLs, resembling an irregular quadrilateral, and an interesting false X-shaped grille (this trend was adopted by AvtoVAZ specialists from latest generation Lexus RX). The brutality of the model was added by a powerful bumper, covered with special protection from below.

Additional lighting was made in the form of a boomerang, X-shaped stampings were placed on the side. The developers tilted the windshield as much as possible, making the model more streamlined. The stern of the car turned out to be a little “freshish” due to too simple dimensions of the ceiling, which negatively affected the overall design of the product. However, even with this shortcoming, Lada XRAY looks much more attractive than most of its classmates.

Inside, the domestic novelty is no less beautiful. The quality of materials is not only pleasing to the eye, but gives a pleasant feeling. The concept of interior space is minimalism. In the cabin of the Lada X Ray, everything is streamlined and simple. The trident-shaped steering wheel has no extra buttons, and the front panel stands out for its conciseness. Armchairs provide comfort even when long journey, the rows are separated by a capacious glove compartment. 3 passengers are easily accommodated in the back.

In terms of length, Lada XRAY surpasses most competitors. The trunk of the car holds up to 310 liters, but when folded rear seats its volume increases to 1500 liters.

Modifications

The model is available in 3 versions:

1. 1.6-liter engine (106 hp) and 5-speed manual transmission. This is the most budget version. In the minimum salary (wheels, audio system, 2 airbags, central locking and stabilization system), its cost is about 589,000 rubles.
2. 1.6-liter Renault-Nissan HR16 engine (110 hp) and 5-speed manual transmission. The price tag for it is higher - from 639,000 rubles (the "base" is somewhat richer).
3. 1.8-liter unit VAZ-21179 (122 hp) and robotic gearbox. The minimum cost is 669,000 rubles.

Rims and wheels sizes

Types of wheels and discs used with Lada X Ray (applicable to all modifications):

• 6J rims on 15 ET40 (6 - width in inches, 15 - diameter in inches, 40 - positive offset in mm), tires - 195 / 65R15 (195 - tire width in mm, 65 - profile height in%, 15 - rim diameter in inches);
• 6J wheels on 16 ET41, tires - 205 / 55R16.

Wheel specifications:

• PCD (drilling) - 4 to 100 (4 is the number of holes, 100 is the diameter of the circle on which they are located in mm);
• fasteners - M12 by 1.25 (12 - stud diameter in mm, 1.25 - thread size);
• diameter central hole- 60.1 mm.

Lada XRAY went on sale at the end of 2015. And already in 2017, AvtoVAZ promises to start producing an off-road modification of the model.

During vehicle operation, the tire pressure warning light may come on with a flashing or constant signal. If the indicator lights up with a constant signal, then it is necessary to check the pressure in the tires of the car. If the indicator lights up with a flashing signal for approximately one minute, then you need to contact LADA dealers. Periodically check the air pressure in the tires with a pressure gauge. Operation of tires with pressures other than those recommended (see Table 1) leads to their premature wear, as well as to a deterioration in vehicle stability and controllability. If there is a constant drop in air pressure in the tire, check for air leakage through the valve spool. In case of air leakage tighten the spool, and if this does not help, replace it with a new one. If the pressure drops with a good spool, then it is necessary to repair the tire. To avoid damage to the tire sealing layer, dismantle and mount the tire using a special tool or at dealers. In order not to disturb the balance of the wheel, make a mark with chalk on the tire opposite the valve before disassembly, and during installation, install the tire according to this mark. After installing new tires, be sure to have the wheels balanced by dealers.

Rice. 9.3. Wheel swap diagram

To ensure even tire wear, rotate the wheels as shown in fig. 9.3 according to the instructions in the service book. When operating the car, avoid rubbing the wheels against road curbs and driving fast on roads with broken surfaces (potholes, bumps, etc.), as damage to the wheel rim can cause not only imbalance, but also loss of tightness of tubeless tires. If vibration occurs while driving, have your wheel balance checked by your dealer.

Permissible sizes of tires, wheels and air pressure in tires

When equipped with 16" wheels spare wheel 15" is a temporary use wheel recommended for use only on rear axle. In this case, if the wheel of the front axle is damaged, it is necessary to install the wheel from the rear axle in its place (after installing the spare wheel on the rear axle). The need to drive carefully with the wheel installed for temporary use, the maximum allowable speed is 80 km/h.

Repair or buy a new wheel of the same brand, size, type and tread pattern as the other wheels as soon as possible. The vehicle must not be operated with more than one spare wheel fitted for temporary use. Applicable winter tires(M+S) of the above dimensions and index Q with the corresponding constraint top speed car (up to 160 km/h).

* Speed ​​indices: T - up to 190 km/h, H - up to 210 km/h, V - up to 240 km/h. Load indexes: 91–615 kg.
** Rim offset (ET) is the distance from the mating plane of the disk to the middle of the rim.
*** Partial load - no more than 3 adults in a car without cargo in the trunk.
**** Full load - more than 3 adults or 3 adults and 50 kg load in the trunk.

Every owner of a domestic crossover knows that the tire pressure of the Lada X Ray must be checked at least from time to time. However, this applies to any other car.

The fact is that driving a car, the tire pressure of which differs from that specified by the manufacturer, affects handling - taxiing becomes more “nervous”, the car has to be constantly caught, etc. In addition, this provokes accelerated wear of the “rubber” and growth fuel consumption.

IMPORTANT! Even in the case of a pressure difference of 0.02-0.03 MPa on the same axle, the vehicle's handling deteriorates. Also, sudden braking can cause a skid.

In the operating manual, AvtoVAZ notes the following requirements for tire pressure Lada X Ray.

The information is presented in the table.

All the information in the table is available from below on the central pillar of the crossover - the sticker is clearly visible when the door is open.

In the event of a drop in pressure in the Lada X Ray tires, first of all, it is recommended to inspect the condition of the spools. If everything is in order with them, you need to go to a tire fitting and look for another reason.

It is worth remembering that tire pressure is not a constant value. An increase in air temperature provokes an increase in pressure, and vice versa. This means that it is worth inspecting the pressure in the Lada X Ray tires when its value changes by 10-15 ° C. In addition, you should not check after driving, as the indicator increases during the movement. First, you should wait until the temperature of the car rubber equals the air temperature.

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Any modern passenger car or freight car can be serviced and repaired independently, in a regular garage. All that is required for this is a set of tools and a factory repair manual with a detailed (step-by-step) description of the operations. Such a manual should contain the types of applied operating fluids, oils and greases, and most importantly - the tightening torques of all threaded connections parts of components and assemblies of the car. Italian cars - Fiat Alfa Romeo Lancia Ferrari Mazerati (Maserati) have their own design features. You can also join a special group select all french cars - Peugout (Peugeot), Renault (Renault) and Citroen (Citroen). German cars are complex. This applies especially to Mercedes Benz ( Mercedes Benz), BMW (BMW), Audi (Audi) and Porsche (Porsch), in a slightly smaller - to Volkswagen (Volkswagen) and Opel (Opel). The next large group, isolated by design features, is made up of American manufacturers - Chrysler, Jeep, Plymouth, Dodge, Eagle, Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, Pontiac, Oldsmobile, Ford, Mercury, Lincoln . Of the Korean firms, it should be noted Hyundai / Kia, GM - DAT (Daewoo), SsangYong.

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Tires are the only element of the car that is in constant contact with the road, so it is very important to keep your tires in good condition. Remember to check your tire pressure regularly, as running tires at pressures other than those recommended will cause premature tire wear, increased fuel consumption, and reduced vehicle stability and handling.

Attention! The difference in pressure on one axle by only 0.02–0.03 MPa impairs handling, and in case of emergency braking it can lead to a skid!

In the instruction manual car Lada XRAY manufacturer has indicated the following recommendations:

*Partial load - no more than 3 adults in a car without cargo in the trunk.
**Full load - more than 3 adults or 3 adults and a load of 50 kg in the trunk.

How much to pump the wheels can also be found on the plate, which is located on the central pillar on the driver's side (seen with the door open).

If you notice that the pressure in the tires drops, then first check the serviceability of the valve spool. If it does not let air through, then most likely the tire is damaged, contact the services of a tire shop.

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Important! Tire pressure is not constant. When the ambient temperature rises, the pressure in the tire increases, and when it decreases, it decreases. XRAY tire pressure should be checked when the temperature difference is 10-15°C. Also, the pressure in the tire increases while the car is moving, so it is wrong to check it immediately after the trip. Wait until the tire temperature equals the ambient temperature.

By the way, soon AvtoVAZ plans to activate the "Tire pressure monitoring" function on the Lada XRAY. The indicator required for this is already in the instrument cluster (No. 28). The control will take place on the ABS sensors (if a wheel is lowered, it starts to rotate a little faster, the system analyzes the rotation readings on all wheels - as a result of which the indicator lights up on the instrument panel low pressure in tires).