Which car is better: Lada Granta or Lada Priora

Every person at least once in his life is faced with a choice - which car to take: domestic or foreign, used or new... If you choose from affordable options, then the Russian auto industry will come to the rescue, which also gives reasons for thinking about the choice . In addition, favorable prices will be taken into account in the future - regarding maintenance, repair and replacement of parts.

Just recently, the leading manufacturer AVTOVAZ has improved most of its models and also released new ones, which are becoming increasingly popular every day. To help buyers with their choice, I decided to discuss the topic - which is better: Lada Granta or Lada Priora. According to the latest statistics, these are the best-selling cars of this company. These models differ from the well-known Lada Kalina and from each other, so let's look at what exactly.

Exterior - appearance

First, let's look at the external data. Priora has a traditional body shape, similar to the previous version. After restyling in 2014, it acquired improved headlights, bumper and rear dimensions.

Lada Priora Sedan

Granta has now acquired youthful, stylish shapes reminiscent of a foreign car. The running lights, bumpers and headlights have been improved. In this category you can give it preference.

Chassis, ground clearance

The Priora has a ground clearance of 165 mm in the pre-facelift version and 170 mm in the restyled version. The chassis is extremely simple: the front suspension is independent spring, the rear suspension is semi-independent spring. There are ventilated disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear.

For the Granta in the liftback body, the ground clearance in the pre-restyling version was 160 mm, in the restyled version it was 190 mm. The Granta has an independent spring suspension at the front, made by McPherson, and a semi-independent spring at the rear. New front strut supports were installed, the longitudinal angle of the strut was increased and the anti-roll bar was modified. The front brakes are ventilated disc brakes, the rear brakes are drum brakes.

Both front-wheel drive cars are city cars, and in terms of cross-country ability in rural areas, the Lada Priora is still inferior to the restyled Granta liftback. Thanks to the improved suspension and higher ground clearance, the restyled Grant passes through bumps and holes better than the pre-restyling version.

Interior - interior overview

If we take the Priora as an example, its interior has changed for the better. Modern soft-look materials were used in the interior.

Lada Priora Lux Salon

While in Granta the plastic dashboard looks cheap. But it has a more spacious interior.

A few words about Priora

If we discuss which is better: Grant or Priora, then the second car appeared a little earlier. The modern modification of this car was released in 2007. The car is a replacement for the popular ten, so a lot of things in Priora migrated from it.

In principle, the model pleases with good speed and confident behavior on the track. True, poor road surfaces are difficult for the Priora. There are also a lot of complaints about the build quality.

Price and quality

In this comparison, which is better than a Priora or a Granta liftback, the second option wins, since today the new Priora without additions costs the same as a Granta in a luxury package. This price difference was achieved thanks to a new design that uses fewer small parts. This is what contributed to the noise reduction.

Priora has two trim levels for all models: Norma and Lux. Granta also has a third one - Standard, which is the cheapest. At the same time, the inexpensive configurations of the first model are better equipped than those of the second. But their cost is much higher. But there are practically no differences between expensive trim levels. They include:

front airbags;
electric power steering;
multimedia system with on-board computer;
heated seats, etc.

What you need to know about Grant

In fact, this vehicle is the spiritual successor of the Lada Kalina car. The car first rolled off the assembly line back in 2011. At the same time, the vehicle differs from its predecessor in an improved engine and good sound insulation.

Externally, the model is quite reminiscent of European cars. In addition, the car also has a very good trunk capacity of 500 liters. On the other hand, many car owners agree that driving such a vehicle is not so easy.

You need to spend a lot of time to learn how to fit into turns on the Grant. As a rule, such vehicles are bought by middle-aged people who prefer a calm and measured ride rather than dynamics.

Specifications

This criterion is of most concern to domestic car enthusiasts, so we will analyze in detail all the available parameters.

Headlights

If you choose from cars which is better - Grant or Priora regarding the light, then opinions are divided here. Granta wins in the low beam category, while Priora has good high beam. It also has an advantage in the design of the headlight - lamps for different lights are installed separately, so this makes replacement easier and cheaper in the future. The full specification looks like this.

Priora:

DRL/GO P21/5W 12V/21W/5W.
Low and high beam H4 12V/60W/55W.
Turn signal lamp PY21W 12V/21W.

Lada Granta:

Low beam (H7).
Far (H1).
Turn signal lamp PY21W 12V/21W.

Clearance

For both brands of cars, regardless of the body - liftback, sedan, sport or hatchback - the ground clearance is the same - 16 cm.

Trunk

What makes the Grant better than the Priora is the trunk volume.

In the first case, it is equal to 520 liters, in the second – 430. But if you fold the rear sofa, this figure increases to 700.

Suspension

If you are wondering what is better to buy - Priora or Grant, then opinions are also divided on this characteristic. The first model is bought due to its good handling. Due to the increased travel of the steering rack, it becomes more “obedient”. In the sports version, the suspension has been significantly improved. The second option is taken by those who value comfort. The Granta has fewer revolutions from lock to lock, compared to the Priora - 3.1 versus 4.1. It is also more rolly in corners and is perfect for older drivers. Accelerating over 120 km/h, it will not feel very good. Although this is the latest, therefore more modern development of the creators.

Engines

If we compare which is better - Grant or Priora regarding engines, then in reality they are almost the same. But my personal opinion is that the 16-valve Granta is faster than its opponent (especially in the “sport” version - this was also proven in test drives).

There are only two positions in the Priora model range - 98 and 106 hp, while Grant has added two more - 82 and 87. In addition, they are equipped with a noise insulation system.

The fuel consumption declared by the factory also does not differ much - about 9-10 liters in the city, and six on the highway.

Transmission

When choosing between two - Grant or Prior - which is better, regarding this characteristic, the first option wins. I declare with confidence that the new cable gearbox beats the old Priora one.

This is a modernized version of the gearbox from the VAZ-2108, which, although noisy, still provides clear operation of the scenes. Gears can be engaged literally with your little finger. The Priora has a manual transmission, while the Granta has a choice of manual, robotic and automatic.

What parameters should we take into account when comparing Priora and Grants?

This comparison reveals a certain unethicality, since each of the modifications of the Lada Grant or Lada Priora is firmly established in its own consumer niche. But, with clenched fists, we will do this, since this issue worries the multi-million army of fans of these cars.

Priora is positioned in the market space as a continuation of the famous “ten”, which has been “retiring” for some time now. The manufacturer intended Grant to be a completely new modification that can completely replace the obsolete “classics” on the market.

So, let's get down to the main intrigue, make a comparison, and try to figure out which is better.

LADAvodov's opinion

It was also interesting to read the personal experiences and reviews of car owners in different body styles – hatchback, liftback, sedan or sport – regarding which car is better: Priora or Grant. Here opinions are divided. Many people who buy Grant claim that it is of better quality. With it, you need to go to the service much less often for relatively minor breakdowns (according to some users). The good news is that the car arrived for maintenance, and was not brought in. Most often, malfunctions of small units occur: stove, generator, window regulator, etc. The Granta's price is lower, and many are satisfied with the exterior. The only thing is that the brakes are squealing. Even in the service department this is already considered normal, since this is observed in almost every model.

Regarding which is better - Prior or Grant, reviews were different. Many people respond well to the fact that the Granta has more space in the cabin, especially for legs. It is roomy, comfortable to sit in and has a large trunk. This is especially true for those who need it for work, and in everyday life too. The Granta has a rich set of equipment, plus a new platform. There are large doors, like in the Kalina station wagon or hatchback (video is presented below).

Others like the Priora more – its configuration and engine power. Its fans tend to believe that Granta has more visits to the service. But many consider the price of the Priora to be too high according to expectations. Although it is simply dictated by modern realities. Foreign cars have also risen, like everything else in this world. The restyled versions have already acquired all the necessary elements - a short steering rack, a cable link and other things that are so praised in Grant.

Lada Priora Sedan

Also, many people prefer the appearance of the Priora, while in the second Lada they do not like the shape of the stern, especially in liftback, hatchback and sedan bodies. Priora looks more modern, so it can be called a youth version. Convenient for both driver and passengers.

What about sports modifications?

Persistently carrying out a comparative analysis of two “experimental” models, one cannot but ignore their sporting variations. If the Priora is a continuation of the classical school, then the sports model Grant is a contender for the status of a car with an individual appearance.

This is echoed by the following aspects:

new suspension design;
adjustable camber;
modified transmission;
aggressive and uncompromising body kit.

Based on many tests, it can be argued that the sports modification of the Grant is much faster than its rival, which cannot be said about the “civilian” versions.

My opinion

I myself was the owner of a Priora for two years. In two years, I drove more than 30,000 km on the new car. During this period, there were a lot of minor breakdowns, but during all the time she never got stuck on the road. The battery died once, due to my fault - I didn’t turn off the ceiling light.

Based on experience, I can answer the question which car is better - Lada Granta or Priora. When purchasing, I leaned toward the second option due to the higher cost. Plus, it is positioned as the flagship of the domestic automotive industry. There is not much space in it, but it can safely be called B-class.

Initially, the creation of the Priora was aimed at improving the version of the 10th family. And Granta is a cheaper version of Kalina, which replaced the Zhiguli. This is a simple budget car, improved for modern roads.

From all of the above, we can conclude that a car produced by VAZ is like a lottery. Each model may have a successful or problematic option. Priora is a model that has been proven for decades, and Granta is a more modern car, assembled using new technologies. And, judging seriously by the technical characteristics, then in terms of the latest versions, Grant is superior to Priora in many criteria, including cost, which today is one of the main selection criteria for some.

Prestige

Of course, it is a little strange to talk about this in the light of such a comparison, but it is worth recognizing that among young people (especially boys) Priora is rated much higher than Granta. It even earned the status of a kind of “boy’s” car. Still, the Lada Granta is aimed primarily at the older generation, whose representatives do not pay much attention to appearance. This means that in this round victory remains with Priora.

Video: 2013 Lada Granta Lux. Overview (interior, exterior, engine)

Power point

The Granta is more suitable for city driving, as its fuel consumption on the highway is noticeably higher

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This is an interesting and inexplicable feature, since the engines of these cars are exactly the same. Priora wins on the track, both in terms of dynamic performance and consumption.

The Granta gearbox is far superior to its competitor, as it uses short-throw shifters, which reduce the likelihood of crunching and reduce gear shifting time. In addition, there is a configuration in which it is equipped with an automatic transmission, which the Lada Priora clearly cannot boast of.

The Lada Granta is equipped with a more modern suspension, which makes the car much softer and more comfortable, but the principle of its operation remains the same.

As you already understand, Grant has significantly more advantages than Priora. However, in this case, the “new” VAZ may turn out to be a surprise, since all its factory defects have not yet been discovered, but the Priora has become time-tested, which makes it much predictable.

We hope that this article will help you make the right choice and you can easily determine which is better, grant or prior.

Car features

I would like to say in advance that comparing these two cars will not be entirely correct: they were released with a difference of as much as 4 years.

The 2014 Grants model harmoniously continues the classic line. Many analysts believe that the design of the car is noticeably close to European automotive standards. Although Granta is based on Kalina, it differs significantly. New parts, of which there are more than 2000 in the car, are made of alloy steel.

The Grant is equipped with 3 types of engines: 80, 90 and 98 hp. With. Acceleration to 100 kilometers is carried out in 12 seconds. This figure is slightly higher than that of the Priora, but the advantage is the quiet operation of the engine, which is partly ensured by excellent sound insulation.

The interior design is completely European, comfort and silence are a definite plus. More recently, information appeared that AvtoVAZ plans to equip the Grant with automatic transmission, and this indicates a serious approach to the car. They are not going to install an automatic transmission on the Priora, since the model is not prepared for such modifications. Lada Granta is presented in three trim levels: “norm”, “standard” and “luxury”.

All of the above characteristics showed that the Granta looks much fresher and more powerful against its brother Priora, while we do not forget to take into account the difference in the years of manufacture. The cost of cars is also very noticeably different: the price of Priora starts from 330 thousand rubles, Lada Grants - from 259 thousand rubles. This begs the question: why is there such a discrepancy? The answer is obvious: the number of details in Grant has been significantly reduced. What is better, Grant, which is still considered “green,” or Priora, which has already proven its reliability? All of Priora’s problems and ways to solve them have long been known; it’s too early to say this about Grant.

It would be best to compare these two models in a few years, when Granta shows how reliable it is. Although, as the manufacturers say, both cars can boast of ease of maintenance and operation. It's up to you to choose Priora or its younger brother. At the moment, Granta looks more modern, and for many this means better.

For those who are looking for an inexpensive and new car, the creations of AvtoVAZ come to mind first. Although the domestic automobile concern is gradually switching to producing more comfortable and expensive models that can compete with foreign cars, the choice of budget options is still wide. In principle, this is quite reasonable - their price is low, there are no problems with spare parts, the technical characteristics are generally at the same level, they do not sag too much in comparison with Chinese cars, and even surpass them.

However, a dilemma often arises between the two models. So which is better - Grant or Priora? This issue needs to be dealt with.

Video on the topic

Choosing the best option

Lada cars are very popular among our compatriots today. This is due to the relatively low cost of cars and the availability of auto parts and components. At the peak of sales there are two models: Priora and Granta. If you definitely decide to buy a Lada, it will be quite difficult to choose between these two models.

The choice is complicated by the fact that Grants and Priora have much in common, although they are in different price categories. You should think about which is better after carefully studying the characteristics of both models. Therefore, we present you with a comparative analysis that will help you make a choice: Grant or its older brother Priora.

Results

Our analysis revealed Grant as the winner of the single combat. This car, thanks to the novelty of the exterior design and a larger range of versions in terms of equipment, is positioned more preferably for purchase.

What to choose LADA Granta or LADA Priora is decided by the specific future owner.