Comparison of Renault Duster and Lada X-RAY
Many people note the similarity of these cars. Both of them are made using modern technologies and adapted for use in domestic conditions. Therefore, the competition between them is not easy.
Appearance
Duster appearance
Renault Duster has the appearance of an SUV. Looks stylish and modern. The body contours are aggressive and the shapes are exaggerated, which makes this car recognizable. The image of the car is complemented by powerful roof rails and square doors. The ground clearance is quite high, the trunk lid is large.
Appearance Lada XRay
Lada X-Ray - the car's lines are sharp and aggressive . The front has characteristic features that make the car easy to recognize. Equipped with 16-inch wheels. At the front, the radiator grille and air intakes form a distinctive symbol. Ground clearance is 19.5 cm versus 205 cm in Duster. In terms of its dimensions, the Lada is inferior to the Frenchman. The Renault Duster body is longer and wider.
Interior
Interior of the Lada X-RAY car
The Lada's interior is more attractive and of higher quality, as car enthusiasts say . The interior design is well designed. All switches are conveniently located. The driver has a wide viewing angle. There is enough space inside for all passengers.
Salon Renault Duster
The interior of Duster has also been updated. Its design has become more modern. Chrome inserts appeared. The instrument panel has also become more beautiful. The seats in the cabin are comfortable and comfortable. The interior itself is larger than that of the Lada. Both cars are equipped with a cabin filter, which is not true. for example, about Lada Largus.
Engines
- Lada. It is equipped with three types of engines: two with a volume of 1.6 liters, and the third with a volume of 8.0 liters.
- Renault. Can be equipped with one of seven motors. Volume from 1.5 to 2.0 liters. One of the power units is diesel.
Transmission
Lada can be equipped with two types of gearboxes (manual) or automatic. Both manual transmissions are five-speed.
Renault is equipped with three types of gearboxes. Two of them are mechanical, and the third is automatic. The mechanics have 5 and 6 stages, and the automatic has four positions.
Comparison with closest competitors
- Kia Sportage or Renault Duster
- Nissan Qashqai or Renault Duster
- Renault Duster or Niva Chevrolet
- Lifan X60 or Renault Duster
- Renault Duster or Renault Sandero Stepway?
- Renault Duster or UAZ Patriot?
- Mitsubishi ASX or Renault Duster
- Lada Largus or Renault Duster?
- Renault Duster or Skoda Yeti
- Chery Tiggo or Renault Duster?
conclusions
Both cars have their own characteristics, advantages and disadvantages in different areas. It is impossible to choose a 100% favorite among them. For example, a Duster can have 4-wheel drive and be larger in size, while a Lada has a more comfortable interior. The choice depends on the capabilities and needs of the future owner of these cars.
Renault Duster and Lada X-Ray from French and Russian automakers.
With a new and fast body, and many different options.
Owners' opinions
That I am all about myself and about myself. One person does not make a picture. It was much more interesting to analyze where the observations of the Hreev owners agreed and where they differed. The section “Reviews of Lada Xray owners” on Drome will help us with this; there are already dozens of stories about life with a brand new hatch. Thanks to the authors for their work! I read it with pleasure.
X-ray is a simple and uncomplicated machine. Budgetary for today's times. In constructive and engineering terms it is not independent. Therefore, the list of advantages and disadvantages of the car is compact. I divided the owners’ observations into 3 paragraphs: Pros, Cons, Controversial issues. The first included advantages common to the authors, the second included the same disadvantages, and the third included observations that are difficult to unambiguously interpret in one direction or another.
New Lada: Estimation of actual engine life on Lada Vesta 1.6, 1.8
Pros:
Suspension: strong, informative, minimal roll, takes you out of a rut Brakes: grip well Robot: quickly adapts to the driver Engine: high-torque Sound insulation: better than expected Trunk: roomy for everyday trips Short overhangs and large clearance Review: sufficient Washer nozzles:
Minuses:
Interior trim: rag and oak plastic Little space: in the rear ESP: choking the engine, no switch Interior vents: blowing in the wrong direction Sail on the highway No armrest Flimsy raised floor in the trunk Single-level heated seats Tight pedal assembly Short gears No adjustment of the steering wheel for reach
Controversial points:
Seats: Ratings varyPower steering. It seems heavy and uninformative. Consumption is 9-10 liters. Both on the “robot” and on the “mechanics” Short hood - you can’t see where the end is
Exterior of Renault Duster and Lada X-Ray
The appearance of both cars looks quite attractive and very aggressive. Our model has a massive front part with rectangular lights, chrome strips, an air intake and other parts of the new hatch, there are stampings, fashionable wheel rims, good ground clearance, and a somewhat forward-leaning appearance.
The French car is also aggressive, but it looks in a different style. The features are more powerful and exaggerated - this can be seen in the wings. The front part has many chrome parts and the logo is placed in the center. Large lights look great with small fog lights. Massive appearance, lines with stampings, stylish wheel rims in blown arches. The back looks impressive too.
Chassis and braking system
As noted above, the compared models have the same platform. The front part of the suspension is completely independent and is located on a subframe, and its design is made according to the MacPherson principle. The rear suspension is considered semi-independent with the presence of a load-bearing beam, the track of which in the domestic car is 37 mm larger. It is worth noting that the springs and shock absorbers of the Russian car are somewhat different. The designers corrected some shortcomings in these suspension elements, which affected the performance of the model. The suspension began to work much better, which is confirmed by owners and specialists. The steering of the compared models is rack and pinion with electric hydraulic booster.
The brake system of both models also has a similar design and operating principle. So, the front wheels have disc brakes. The advantageous feature of the front brakes of the Lada XRay model is their ventilated design, which provides not only better braking efficiency, but also increases the service life of the front brake discs. The rear wheels are equipped with brake drums.
To summarize, it should be noted that in addition to a single basic platform, cars also have other almost identical components or parts. Since the Lada XRay is a more modern development, many comments from experts were taken into account during its design. So, as an example, we can cite the fact that the main platform of a representative of the Russian automobile industry contains about 500 improved and modernized parts, in contrast to the base Renault model.
Interior of Renault Duster and Lada X-Ray
People prefer the interior decoration of a domestic car. To clients it seems more harmonious and refined. Massive wells on the instrument panel set the driver up for an energetic ride and a three-spoke steering wheel. The console has a large screen in the center, and the whole thing is topped off by a dashboard with smooth lines.
The rest is also done well - excellent visibility, high-quality finishing materials, a spacious sofa in the back and fewer installation flaws.
The Frenchman is made in a different style - the interior decoration is a completed and improved variation of the previous version. In the updated version, the dashboard has become much better, the chrome frames have diluted the instrument panel, now there is no orange backlight on the panel itself, the new steering wheel looks great compared to the previous one. Still, the comfort inside is high, the seating forward and backward is quite comfortable.
Options
- Optima - engine 1.6 l. 106 “horses”, 5 tbsp. manual transmission
- Optima - engine 1.6 l. 110 “horses”, 5 tbsp. manual transmission: functionality includes an air conditioning system, heated front seats, and a cooled storage box.
- Optima - engine 1.8 l. 122 “horses”, 5 tbsp. automatic transmission: functionality includes - air conditioning system, many of the latest basic functions.
- Top – this modification includes 2 engines: 1.6 l. 110 “horses” with manual transmission and 1.8 liters. 122 “horses” with an “automatic robot”. It includes many different options.
- Authentique – engine 1.6 l. 114 “horses”, gasoline, gearbox – MT, front-wheel drive SUV, acceleration time in 10.9 seconds, speed – 168 km/h, consumption: 9.4/6.4/7.4
- Move. 1.6 l. 114 “horses”, gasoline, gearbox – MT, all-wheel drive SUV, acceleration time in 12.4 seconds, speed – 167 km/h, consumption: 9.1/6.9/7.7
- Expression - motor. 1.6 l. 114 “horses”, gasoline, gearbox – MT, front-wheel drive SUV, acceleration time in 10.9 seconds, speed – 168 km/h, consumption: 9.4/6.4/7.4
- Move. 1.6 l. 114 “horses”, gasoline, gearbox – MT, all-wheel drive SUV, acceleration time in 12.4 seconds, speed – 167 km/h, consumption: 9.1/6.9/7.7
- Move. 2.0 l. 143 “horses”, gasoline, gearbox – MT, AT, all-wheel drive SUV, acceleration time: 10.4/11.6, speed – 180/174 km/h, consumption: 10.2/6.6/7.8 and 11.3/7.3/8.8
- Move. 1.5 l. 109 “horses”, diesel, gearbox – MT, all-wheel drive SUV, acceleration time in 13.2 seconds, speed – 167 km/h, consumption: 5.9/5.1/5.3
- Privilege - engine 1.6 “horses”, gasoline, gearbox – MT, all-wheel drive SUV, acceleration time in 12.4 seconds, speed – 167 km/h, consumption: 9.1/6.9/7.7
- Move. 2.0 l. 143 “horses”, gasoline, gearbox – MT, AT, all-wheel drive SUV, acceleration time: 10.4/11.6, speed – 180/174 km/h, consumption: 10.2/6.6/7.8 and 11.3/7.3/8.8
- Move. 1.5 l. 109 “horses”, diesel, gearbox – MT, all-wheel drive SUV, acceleration time in 13.2 seconds, speed – 167 km/h, consumption: 5.9/5.1/5.3
- Dakar Edition, Luxe Priviledge - the same engines as in the trim levels above.
Dimensions
- Renault Duster length – 4 m 31.5 cm. Lada X-Ray – 4 m 16.5 sant.
- Width of Renault Duster – 1 m 82.2 sant. Lada X-Ray – 1 m 76.4 sant.
- Height of Renault Duster – 1 m 62.5 centimeter. Lada X-Ray – 1 m 57 sant.
- Renault Duster wheelbase – 2 m 67.3 sant. Lada X-Ray – 2 m 59.2 sant.
- Ground clearance Renault Duster – 20.5-21 sant. Lada X-Ray – 19.5 sant.
Engine Renault Duster and Lada X-Ray
The standard engine in a Russian car is a four-cylinder in-line unit with 16 valves, 106 “horses” and a torque of 148 Newton per meter. Speed – 174 km/h.
The next setting is 1.6 l. 110 “horses”, torque about 150 Newton per meter. Speed – 181 km/h.
The latest engine is 1.8 liters. 122 “horses” is an in-line 16-valve engine, speed is 186 km/h.
The French car has at its disposal 3 types of power units - 1.5 liters. 1.6 l. and 2.0 l; 109, 114 and 143 l. strength. Works on both gasoline and diesel. The maximum speed is 180 km/h. Consumption ranges from 5.3 to 7.7 liters. The gearbox is both manual and automatic. Acceleration time from 10.4 to 13.2 seconds. 1.6 liter petrol unit. works with a six-speed manual transmission, the 2-liter works with either a six-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic.
general information
To compare with the Lada XRay, of course, it is necessary to involve the representative of the second generation of the Renault Sandero model. These cars largely meet modern requirements for comfort and performance, and meet international standards for environmental friendliness and safety of not only the driver and passengers, but also pedestrians. The cars have a lot in common, although the domestic Lada XRay is mainly positioned as a tall hatchback with the characteristics of a compact urban crossover. These models were developed on a single unified B0 platform and the new product of the domestic automobile industry owes much to the cooperation of the Togliatti plant and the Renault-Nissan concern.
For comparison, you can consider front-wheel drive models with similar volumes of power units and transmissions. It would be optimal to compare the technical characteristics of models with sixteen-valve 1.6 liter engines and a manual transmission.
Trunk Renault Duster and Lada X-Ray
The luggage compartment of the Frenchman holds 408 liters, with the rear sofa folded - 1570 liters. The luggage compartment of the Russian car holds 361 liters, with the rear sofa folded - 1207 liters.
The cars presented are good in themselves. Both cars have advantages and disadvantages.
In this article we will try to compare somewhat incomparable things, i.e. cars positioned in different niches. So Duster is a full-fledged budget crossover, and X-Ray, even if it belongs to the Cross line, is just a tall hatchback. If you think about it, the name crossover is generally inappropriate in relation to X Rey, because... This is an exact copy of the Renault Sandero, which is a hatchback with front-wheel drive.
Both cars were produced by the same manufacturer (VAZ is part of the Renault-Nissan alliance), are equipped with some similar technologies, and are adapted for use in Russian conditions.
Disadvantage #4: WIDE PILLARS – POOR VISIBILITY
Of course, the wide racks themselves cannot be called the main disadvantage - this is just a tribute to modern safety requirements. And a wide pillar is not always a big hindrance to visibility (in the literal sense) - often a negative factor is the small dimensions of the body and, as a consequence, the proximity of the pillars to the driver. Unfortunately, this is exactly the case with X-Ray - a forward view that could have been better, some users note. However, it should also be mentioned that the driver’s position decides a lot here. So - only fourth place in the hate rating.
Interior
The interior of the Duster does not shine with newness even after restyling. He completely retained his style. This is a slightly modified interior of the previous generation, i.e. Logan's interior. In the new version, the dashboard has been noticeably freshened; chrome edging somehow enlivens the boring instrument panel. Now it has a touch display and convenient control units. Finally, the orange backlight, which was unpleasant for the eyes, was removed.
The black gloss finish looks good against the general background. The steering wheel, made in a new format, seems more expressive and more comfortable than before. Positive improvements have also been made to the steering column. The abundant transitions between niches, ledges, etc. look harsh. However, seating in the front and rear rows of seats does not cause any complaints. The Frenchman's interior is somewhat more spacious than Rey's.
The interior of the Lada X Rey has practically no features of the so familiar “Ladovsky” style; it is progressive, bright, harmonious, and attractive. The interior decoration is made in a modern style, the finishing materials look expensive and high quality. What’s also pleasing is the wide range of interior color options available upon purchase. The choice on Renault Duster is noticeably poorer.
The deep wells of the instruments look very stylish, and the nearby informative display of the on-board computer is well located. The original three-spoke steering wheel adds a touch of sportiness. The center console, with well-thought-out ergonomics, houses a huge display.
It is located quite high and slightly turned towards the driver, which makes its visibility better than in the Duster. The Lada's interior is slightly smaller than that of the Frenchman, but three people can sit on the back sofa, and their long trips seem quite comfortable. The X's trunk is noticeably smaller - 361/475 - in favor of the Frenchman.
Advantage #4: GOOD SUSPENSION
The suspension, which X-Ray inherited from a relative of the Sandero Stepway, was initially well suited for Russian conditions, but as part of its adaptation to the Russian brand, it was also modified - it became a little more collected without losing its energy intensity. And the consumer appreciated it: praise to the suspension - perhaps the most frequently mentioned plus of this car.
Specifications
Many motorists, observing similarities in many respects between X and the Frenchman, believe that Rey is his complete analogue. Therefore, there is great interest in detailed comparisons of cars to determine the best car. What exactly suits your needs, Lada or Renault Duster, can only be found out by comparing the technical specifications. Let's compare.
Engines
If we count the number of engines, then a comparison of Rey and Renault Duster shows complete parity: each of the competitors has 3 engines. But the Frenchman has a diesel version, which the X does not have.
- the weakest engine is diesel, rev. 1.5 l. power 109 hp at 6000 rpm, torque at 240 N/m at 1750 rpm, average consumption 5.3 liters. equipped with 6 manual gearboxes;
- the next most powerful is gasoline, rev. 1.6 l., power 114 hp. at 5500 rpm, torque 156 N/m at 4000 rpm, average consumption 7.4 l. equipped with 6 manual gearboxes;
- the most powerful engine is gasoline, rev. 2 l., power 143 hp. at 6400 rpm, torque 193 N/m at 4200 rpm, average consumption 7.8 liters.
Options and cost
The minimum configuration of the Duster is priced at 629 TR. it has a driver's airbag, ABC, EBD and that's about it. Acoustics, color, etc., for extra charge. Naturally, the model is front-wheel drive. For the “maximum speed” they ask 999,990 rubles. Here we already see: 2 liters. engine, automatic transmission, all-wheel drive, 4 airbags, air conditioning, acoustics, navigation, electric mirrors and windows, cruise control and parking sensors.
For Ray's base they are asking 589 thousand rubles. and it includes: 2 airbags, ABS+BAS, EBD, ECS, TCS, HSA, Era-Glonass, central locking, engine protection, alloy wheels, light tinting, electric front windows, multifunction steering wheel and an audio system with 4 speakers.
For the “maximum speed” X they ask 742 TR, and we see: alloy wheels, running lights, light and rain sensors, heated windshield, electric mirrors and windows, navigation system and climate control. Engine 1.8 + robot.
Renault is noticeably more expensive than Lada, inferior to it in equipment, and in the maximum variants too - Rey is more comfortable and safer. Yes, the Frenchman has a more powerful engine, all-wheel drive, and a multi-link chassis. Whether all this is worth 250 rubles, everyone decides for himself.
Options and prices of Lada Xray 2020
Equipment | Price (rubles) |
1.6 l 16 cl. (106 hp), 5MT OPTIMA | from 599 900 |
1.6 l 16-cl. (106 hp), 5MT OPTIMA Advanced | from 660 900 |
1.8 l 16 cl. (122 hp), 5MT OPTIMA Advanced | from 685 900 |
1.8 l 16 cl. (122 hp), 5AMT OPTIMA Advanced | from 710 900 |
1.6 l 16-cl. (106 hp), 5MT LUXE | from 710 900 |
1.6 l 16-cl. (106 hp), 5MT Prestige LUXE | from 739 900 |
1.8 l 16 cl. (122 hp), 5MT LUXE | from 735 900 |
1.8 l 16 cl. (122 hp), 5MT Prestige LUXE | from 773 900 |
1.8 l 16 cl. (122 hp), 5AMT LUXE | from 760 900 |
1.8 l 16 cl. (122 hp), 5AMT Prestige LUXE | from 798 900 |
1.8 l 16 cl. (122 hp), 5MT EXCLUSIVE | from 805 900 |
1.8 l 16 cl. (122 hp), 5AMT EXCLUSIVE | from 830 900 |
The undoubted advantage of the Lada Xray is the presence of some options that, in principle, the Sandero Stepway does not have. With almost the same cost of 752 thousand rubles for the Lada X-Ray and 757,000 rubles for the Sandero Stepway, the Lada Trump has light and rain sensors, a rear view camera, and even has a triple blinking turn signal function. The brainchild of AvtoVAZ does not have side airbags and does not have cruise control, which is actually a plus for the Sandero Stepway, it also has a stabilization system.
Is there a loss in power?
But the most important difference between cars with the same cost and more or less similar configurations is the engine. The Lada Hray is equipped with an engine with a displacement of 1.8 liters and a power of 122 horses, with a torque of 170 Newton meters. But the Sandero Stepway got a weak engine with a displacement of 1.6 liters, a power of only 82, but frisky horses, since the torque is 134 Newton meters. And the manufacturer’s data says that Lada should cover the first hundred in 10.9 seconds, and Renault in 12.6. Seeing these numbers, you immediately get the feeling that the Lada X-Ray should start from a standstill and leave the Renault Sandero Stepway far behind. But not everything is so smooth, even without comparison with Renault.
Sandero Stepway feels very good and cheerful in the city, showed good traction at the bottom, and the gear ratios are supported very precisely, which gives it the opportunity to not lag too far behind X-Ray, but this is in the city. Outside the city, Renault has no life after a hundred, the engine does not pull. But the Lada Xray, on the contrary, feels very good when overtaking, and goes uphill well.
But don’t rush to rejoice, both transmissions are lousy. Although their names are different (AMT for Lada and Easy'R for Renault), the behavior is the same. They are robotic five-speed gearboxes with one clutch controlled by a ZF mechanism. The rhythm of driving in big cities with its traffic jams, tight parking lots and all the delights of a huge flow of cars is not at all for these boxes. There is no talk of any smoothness of movement or clarity of switching. Boxes often become dull, especially in heavy traffic. Also in the Lada, one gets the impression that a powerful engine will simply tear the transmission, since the vibrations are quite noticeable.
Video test drive
I would also like to say something about fuel consumption, no matter how paradoxical it may sound, but the Lada Xray consumes less fuel than the Renault Sandero Stepway. On average, a Lada Hray with a 1.8-liter engine spends 8/8.2 liters per 100 km, with 92 gasoline, but the Sandero Stepway with a 1.6 engine spends 8.5/8.6 liters per hundred. Also, the Sandero has a key-locked gas tank flap, but the Lada does not.
Who is in what element?
Driving-wise, both cars are very similar. Although AvtoVAZ claims that they have completely redesigned the chassis compared to its ancestor, the Sandero. They noted that they managed to widen the rear track, as well as make the ride smoother, and redesigned the suspension. The Lada Xray behaves more adequately on an asphalt road, holds its course well, and you don’t have to put too much effort on the steering wheel; the car has an electro-hydraulic power steering. But the French little car performs very well on dirt roads and, in principle, on bumpy surfaces. On a bad road, bumps are absorbed on the Sandero Stepway better than on the Lada X-Ray. But the Sandero will have to put more effort into the steering wheel.
AvtoVAZ engineers were able to not only take the design of the Renault Sandero Stepway and restyle it, they found a completely different approach and radically redesigned the car, making something of their own, recognizable on the road and unlike its competitors. In general, the Lada Xray is very well equipped, it has a more powerful engine, it looks very fresh and is very suitable for the city. Renault Sandero Stepway, in turn, offers a higher brand image, better service, and they also offer a version with a 102 horsepower engine and a full-fledged 4-speed automatic that doesn’t act like a robot. And this situation makes Sandero Stepway a very attractive option, moreover, it is also very well equipped. In any case, everyone chooses what they like best.
Comparing Lada Vesta and Lada Largus, at first glance, will seem incorrect, due to the fact that both models occupy different niches in the market. However, they overlap in many ways. After all, many of those who were planning to purchase a Grant, Largus or Priora, after the new sedan entered the market, thought about changing their guidelines, sometimes to the detriment of their own needs. The same applies to potential owners of LADA Largus. Moreover, this decision is largely dictated by the parameters of the cars.