For the last five years in Russia, the Renault Logan car has taken the place of the leader. But in 16, or rather in 15, he had a competitor, Lada Vesta. Let's determine which is better. Which car is still in the lead? Vesta strives to give the driver comfort and variety of equipment no worse than Logan, and in some places it even wins. In comparison, you can immediately see some factors that are in the lead. Vesta is a budget car, Logan is also a budget car, which means it is the most popular - so the battle is for every buyer. Among budget employees, Renault Logan has a high sales rating, or even a leader in its class. It has been on sale for about 10 years and has found its niche and has its own buyer. Lada Vesta was released in 2015; its popularity soared, if you look at sales, and Logan has been selling steadily for a long time and the model was restyled Renault Logan 2 - which time will tell. We were able to compare these cars - read the comparison and make your choice.
AvtoVAZ promised that Vesta would be beautiful in appearance, more powerful, and practical in practice. During assembly, high-quality materials were used, at a relatively low price - the golden mean for a budget employee. Logan, in turn, is affordable for average Russians, it is reliable, unpretentious, and the price is not off the charts; it deserves special mention; it is a fairly strong car. Version Logan 2, well suited for harsh climates, is definitely a car for Russia. The updated version of Logan proved to be a picky car with cheap spare parts.
Vehicle platforms
These two cars are leaders in their class, but Vesta still outperforms Logan on the platform. Due to its dimensions, the Lada Vesta belongs to the B plus platform and, indeed, in many respects, it is several centimeters larger than its competitors. Logan belongs to category B and is less than Vesta.
A platform was specially developed for the Lada Vesta. The car is perfectly tuned to the climatic conditions of Russia. Well, the restyled Logan 2, unlike the first generation, is equipped with new parts and settings - it has been completely reconfigured.
Comparative characteristics of Renault Logan and Lada Vesta cars
Over the past 5 years, Renault Logan has enjoyed the title of leader in the budget class. At the same time, he has to compete with an inexpensive representative of the Russian automobile industry - Lada Vesta.
Considering the low cost of the 2 models, they sell equally well on the Russian market.
But Logan has a much longer history, as it has been on sale for about 10 years and is confidently occupying its niche.
Lada Vesta has been produced since 2015, but this does not prevent it from competing with the French budget car. AvtoVAZ representatives claim that the updated version of the sedan will be as stylish, practical and reliable as possible. High-quality but inexpensive materials were used for its assembly, and the list of on-board equipment is almost the same as that of Logan.
The car from the Renault concern has received great demand due to its good adaptation to harsh operating conditions. She is not afraid of severe frosts, moderate off-road conditions and other unfavorable factors. In addition, the cost of servicing a foreign car is relatively low, which is an additional argument in favor of choice.
Body and design
Naturally, you shouldn’t compare Vesta with the first version of Logan. It was a square design 10 years ago. After restyling, Renault was completely transformed, all the qualities it inherited from the first model have not disappeared anywhere, it is still durable and unpretentious. However, its design is more strict, although everything combines well, but Vesta also does not suffer from poor form. When developing Logan, the designers did not rely on design; most likely, it was designed for simple forms - using the machine for work.
Vesta stands out because its design lines are thoughtful and also elegant. Logan beats the Vesta by only 2 centimeters in body height. In terms of length/width, 2180 wins: 4410 versus 4345 millimeters.
To sum up the design, let's say: due to its simplicity, Logan loses to the news.
↑ Renault Logan: pros and cons
This car was developed specifically for a wide range of people who want to buy a car. Most buyers want to see in a car, first of all, reliability, practicality and efficiency. The latest version of Renault Logan has all these parameters. Some advantages of the model are noted:
- ground clearance allows the car to easily overcome small obstacles: uneven roads, small curbs and holes;
- Logan's bottom is reinforced and protects brake lines well;
- reinforced suspension;
- an 8-valve engine can run on lower quality fuel;
- the car is maneuverable and has good maneuverability;
- simplicity of design, thanks to which the machine can easily be repaired independently;
- spare parts are easy to find;
- excellent optics;
- good cruise and climate control;
- high seating;
- adapted to the Russian climate and is not afraid of frost, the cabin is not cold in winter.
Engines and resource
The French car entered the market with only two engines. Vesta has two Russian-developed engines, one of them is 1.6 liters and the other is 1.8 liters. In terms of power characteristics, Vesta is also ahead. Engine 106,122 horsepower, versus 82, 102 Loganovsky. The basic version 2180 is equipped with a 106 horsepower engine and the top version with 122 horsepower. At this point we give a plus to Lada Vesta.
Renault is the leader in the resource, Logan engines travel about 400 thousand km without major repairs.
On Vesta, if the timing belt breaks, it bends the valves and the engine dies. Engines 2180 run differently because there are 2 of them. Engine 21129, thanks to its simple design, can be looked after without major repairs for 250,000 km - it will go even more if you take care of it.
If we talk about the service life, it depends on the owner of the car; there was one example that traveled 400,000 km without major repairs. There were some that went 50,000 and then needed major repairs, so it all depends on the driver.
Chassis - who has it better? Logan or Vesta?
Suspension of Renault Logan 2 - on top, Lada Vesta - below.
And again, it’s difficult to compare here - Logan and Vesta have almost the same suspension design. Simple MacPherson strut at the front and torsion beam at the rear. But there are significant differences in the suspension setup itself. In this regard, I would like to immediately praise AvtoVAZ - the suspension of the Lada Vesta turned out to be very stiff and energy-intensive, which had a positive effect on handling and driving on uneven roads. Even the high ground clearance did not worsen the car's handling. Although many bloggers said that the car’s suspension was a bit harsh. Personally, I don't think so.
Logan lacks chassis tuning. In general, it drives well, absorbs bumps well, but does not have the desired steering clarity. But the second Logan did not lose its legendary indestructibility of the suspension. Remember why taxi drivers fell in love with these cars?
And here we have a reasonable question. Who to give preference to? Indestructibility or excellent taxiing? Let's give both cars a draw.
Equipment and cost
The Vesta's configuration is superior to that of the Logan; it is equipped with four trim levels. The basic configuration of Logan is empty. You need to take it if you are really short on money. This configuration costs 419,000 rubles. Not enough for 2021.
Yes, this equipment is cheaper than the Lada Vesta in the base, this is due to the 8 valve engine. Top-end equipment, even higher than that of the Vesta. The price for Lada vesta ranges from 514,000 thousand to 633,000 rubles.
The basic logan we talked about starts at 419,000 and ends at 719,990 rubles. The Lada Vesta in the database is richer in configuration. In the base, the Lada has a lifting assistance system, abs, ebd, esc. The steering wheel is adjustable for reach and tilt. There is an electric power steering, Glonass era. a car of this configuration costs 490,000 rubles. A similar Frenchman will cost 540,000 rubles.
↑ Technical characteristics
To compare Lada Vesta and Renault Logan, in addition to external data, it is necessary to take into account the driving performance of vehicles in our climate and the condition of the roads. In this regard, Lada takes over. The difference in ground clearance is noticeably felt when the cars are fully loaded, taking into account all the bumps on the road. The suspension design is better improved than that of Logan.
↑ Engines
Vesta is definitely ahead in the number of engine types and horsepower they produce. Lada is represented by 3 engines, while Logan has only 2, one of which is an 8-valve 1.6-liter engine. With multipoint injection, the unit is capable of producing only 82 l/s, which is not as much as we would like. Full power is achieved only when reaching 5 thousand rpm, and maximum thrust does not begin to develop immediately, but when reaching 2.8 thousand rpm. The second is a more powerful naturally aspirated 102 l/s 16-valve unit.
Starting with a 1.6 liter engine, the Lada Vesta has no chance of becoming a leader. All parameters: fuel consumption, power, dynamics are within the same limits as those of Logan. But the new 1.8 liter unit is capable of developing power up to 122 horsepower, which significantly improves Vesta’s position. In terms of efficiency, Renault is more profitable than the domestic model, but not so significantly.
↑ Gearboxes
A comparative analysis of the AvtoVAZ model and the French Renault showed that the gearbox on Vesta is no different from its competitor. Both are equipped with five-speed manual transmissions and robotic automatic transmission units. Vesta’s manual transmission is much easier to shift. In Logan, the gear shift knob often vibrates when the car is moving.
The presented Vesta box received a lot of positive feedback from car enthusiasts. According to information, AvtoVAZ plans to begin producing CVTs for its model in the near future.
↑ Chassis
The updated Logan 2 handles Russian roads better. The rear pillars have been strengthened, the car has become smoother to move. The Lada initially has a hard suspension in the front and a soft rear, which promotes smooth movement and prevents the car from shaking on uneven roads.
The advantage in ground clearance gives Vesta more room to maneuver on rough roads with many potholes and uneven spots. A clear advantage of the domestic model is that it was originally developed to suit our conditions, and was not adapted during operation. Therefore, the Frenchman is inferior, having acquired only reinforced springs and a stabilizer, which means that he does not have the cross-country ability and reliability that the Lada has.
↑ Interior
In this category our car wins again. The interior of the car is richer and more impressive than that of its rival.
- Space. Well-placed front and rear seats provide more space inside the cabin for passengers. Lada is inferior in height to Logan.
- Comfort. It is more comfortable to sit in Vesta; the front car seats are well adjusted.
- Trunk. In terms of squad size, the Frenchman is significantly ahead of the enemy.
- Technical equipment. All instruments are clearly readable by all competitors, and multimedia sound is clear.
↑ Options and cost
Lada Vesta has 6 trim levels, while Renault Logan has only 4. Some variations among these brothers may seem exactly the same. At the initial level, the cost of Logan is lower than that of Vesta, but with a set of options the price increases and becomes higher. We find that the price range for Logan is greater (from 470 to 720 thousand rubles) than for Vesta (from 515 to 630 thousand rubles).
Advice. Comparing the two cars, we can firmly say that buying our Lada is more profitable. It has several engine options, which allows you to adjust the power and fuel consumption. Vesta is more suitable for Russian roads and can withstand loads longer. The Lada is equipped with packages of additional options and the car’s equipment is thought out to the smallest detail.
So which is better, Lada Vesta or Renault Logan? If we compare these cars in the same price category, then Vesta is much more pleasant to drive, safer, more powerful and better equipped. Of course, these two cars are widely popular and are sales leaders in our country. They rightfully take their place among the models in their class. Which one to choose is a matter of taste for the buyer.
Battle of the salons
It’s not easy to determine which salon is better, so let’s start with the technical characteristics right away. Despite the fact that the vesta is wider than the reno, its interior is higher, which means there is more headroom - more comfortable for larger people.
VAZ engineers did a good job on the car’s seats; they are adjustable over a wide range and are much more comfortable than those of a competing car.
Despite the fact that the Reno Logan's interior is higher in height, the rear passengers feel cramped. The interior of the Lada Vesta looks more solid, all the instruments are harmoniously arranged, everything is at hand. The car trim is approximately at the same level. As a result, the Russian car offers the driver and passengers more space than the Logan. Logan has good multimedia with fast response, but the 2180 is not far behind it. Multimedia and multi-function steering wheel are at a high level, easy to control, and have good sound. The top Vesta has a touch screen instead of a radio.
Trunk
Logan clearly succeeded with the luggage compartment, by 30 liters. more than 2180. The trunk volume of the French car is 510 liters, while the Russian car has 480 liters.
What segment of citizens are cars designed for?
Both cars are in the budget segment and are designed for the average buyer's wallet. People who can already afford an inexpensive new car. The average buyers of these cars are people from 30 to 45 years old.
Summarize
vesta is superior to its competitor in most respects and can offer a more spacious interior, an attractive appearance, and a more powerful engine in the basic version.
Logan wins in the following important parameters: lower fuel consumption, more headroom for passengers, and longer engine life.
The 2180 is better equipped - the top version is cheaper than its competitor, the engine is more powerful, although more voracious. In terms of engine life, the 2180 is inferior to the Reno, while the Vesta has a more ergonomic design.
We give our plus to the Russian car.
