VAZ-2110
| Company type | Public |
|---|---|
| Industry | Automotive |
| Founded | April 1, 1966 in Tolyatti, Russia |
| Headquarters | Tolyatti , Russia |
| Products | Automobiles |
| Website | www |
The Lada 110, also known as the VAZ-2110, is a compact car manufactured by the Russian company AvtoVAZ between 1995 and 2009. This model spawned two variants: the Lada 111 station wagon and the Lada 112 hatchback.
In 2007, the Lada 110 series was replaced by the Lada Priora, which represented a significantly redesigned and modernized iteration of the original vehicle.
History
Development of the prototype, designated the 300 series, began in 1987 with aerodynamic expertise provided by Porsche engineers based in Zuffenhausen, Germany. Early photographs were published in the magazine Za Rulem in November 1990, and the vehicle was officially presented at AvtoVAZ’s manufacturing facility in Tolyatti in 1991. However, economic difficulties postponed mass production until June 27, 1995.
The Lada 110 was initially equipped with a 1.6-liter engine featuring an 8-valve setup, which was later enhanced to a 16-valve configuration. The car’s weight was around 1050 kilograms and it offered amenities such as electric windows, a trip computer, power steering, galvanized body panels, and electronic engine control on fuel-injected models. A facelift introduced in early 2006 brought redesigned taillights and an updated dashboard.
This model enjoyed robust sales within Russia and remains a preferred choice for taxi services in the Southern Federal District due to its affordability.
The Lada Priora name was adopted in 2007 when the model underwent modernization.
Trim levels
The vehicle was available in three trim categories: Standard, Normal, and Luxe.
The Standard trim came equipped with a clock, heated rear window, power-operated door and trunk locks, an onboard control system, an immobilizer, body-colored bumpers, tweed upholstery on doors and seats, and front headrests. The Normal trim added features such as powered windows, exterior mirrors with anti-glare properties, velour upholstery for seats and doors, along with rear headrests. The Luxe trim included heated front seats, a trip computer, fog lamps, electrically adjustable and heated side mirrors, velvet upholstery on seats and doors, a trunk spoiler with integrated brake lights, and tinted windows.
The five-door hatchback (Lada-112) version has been particularly popular for customization. Several Tolyatti-based firms developed body kits: APAL created parts for the Lada BIS 110/111; Tornado, Katran, and Grossmeyster also offered modifications; AKS of Kurage, Autostyle of Tomcat, and Motorica produced kits for the Lada 110M (an officially restyled variant recognized by AvtoVAZ). Pit-Stop designed Grand Rally and Rally Sport editions; Arsenal-Auto developed the Sprint model. Super-Avto introduced a version with a 1.8-liter engine as well as an extended sedan variant named VAZ-21108 Premier—both included in AvtoVAZ’s official catalogues. Motorica crafted the sporty VAZ-21106 featuring a 135 PS Opel engine along with modified rear fenders and widened wheel arches. Additionally, Enterprise collaborated with AvtoVAZ to produce the Consul (1999–2006) and the four-wheel-drive Lada Tarzan based on the Lada 111 wagon but equipped with a raised chassis on a separate frame.
Lada 111
The Lada 111 or VAZ-2111 is AvtoVAZ’s front-wheel-drive station wagon variant of the Lada 110 line produced from 1998 until 2009. Production continues under Bogdan in Cherkasy as the "Bogdan 2111," featuring minor updates.
Launched in 1998 as Russia’s inaugural front-wheel-drive station wagon, it offers a rear seat that folds down in a 2:3 split to increase cargo volume from 490 to 1,420 liters. Its low loading height facilitates easier handling of luggage. The wagon weighs roughly 20 kilograms more than its sedan counterpart and has a higher center of gravity; this contributes to a smoother ride but compromises cornering responsiveness.
Engine options included basic VAZ-21110 variants available in "standard," "normal," and "luxury" trims powered by a 1.5-liter eight-valve engine; mid-tier VAZ-21113 trims with sixteen-valve engines; and premium VAZ-21112 models equipped with front ventilated disc brakes similar to those on the sedan VAZ-21103. The carbureted VAZ-21111 remained available until production ended in 2002. Fuel-injected versions were fitted with catalytic converters. From autumn 2004 onward, all models transitioned to using 1.6-liter engines: either the eight-valve 21112 or sixteen-valve 21114 units. Other mechanical improvements paralleled those found on the Lada 110 sedan.
Variants
- LADA-21111 (VAZ-21111) — equipped with a 1.5-liter carbureted engine;
- LADA-21109 (VAZ-21109) Consul — features a 16-valve, 1.6-liter 89 hp 21124 engine with fuel injection (Limo);
- LADA-21110 (VAZ-21110) — powered by an 8-valve, 1.5-liter fuel-injected engine (Lada 111 1.5 Li);
- LADA-21113 (VAZ-21113) — includes a 16-valve, 1.5-liter fuel-injected engine;
- LADA-21112 (VAZ-21112) — fitted with an 8-valve, 1.6-liter 80 hp 21114 engine featuring fuel injection;
- LADA-21114 (VAZ-21114) — comes with a 16-valve, 1.6-liter 89 hp 21124 fuel-injected engine;
- LADA-21116 (VAZ-21116-04) — utilizes a 2.0-liter, 150 hp Opel C20XE engine with four-wheel drive;
- VAZ-2111-90 Tarzan-2 — combines the VAZ-21111 body on a separate ladder frame chassis, Niva drivetrain components, powered by a 1.8-liter engine available in 80 and 85 hp variants, configured as a four-wheel drive SUV;
- VAZ-2111-90 Pilgrim — shares similarities with Tarzan-2 but designed as an SUV-pickup model.
Lada 112
The Lada 112 or VAZ-2112 represents the hatchback iteration of the Lada 110, launched in 1999. It boasts a contemporary and more refined appearance relative to classic Lada models and maintains moderate popularity within Russia. Equipped with an inline-four engine ranging from 1.5 to 1.6 liters producing approximately 90 horsepower in either an 8-valve or 16-valve setup, the Lada 112 can reach a maximum speed of 185 km/h and accelerate from zero to 100 km/h in roughly twelve seconds. Its mechanical package includes a five-speed manual transmission and rear drum brakes, with curb weights spanning between 1,050 and 1,230 kilograms.
Lada 112 Coupé
AvtoVAZ developed the 112 Coupé, a three-door version that replaced the five-door hatchback base model. Produced at VAZ's subsidiary facility, this model took over from the Lada Nadezhda on pilot production lines. The Coupé was phased out in 2008 after the introduction of the Lada Priora hatchback.
International Production
Despite the discontinuation of the Lada 110 production in Russia by 2007, Ukrainian firm Bogdan continued manufacturing it under the name Bogdan 2110 for the Ukrainian market until 2014. Additionally, production persisted in Egypt until the year 2015.
Safety Performance
In assessments conducted by the Russian ARCAP safety program in 2002, the Lada 110 received no stars out of four possible. Although its structural integrity surpassed that of competitors such as the Nissan Almera, Ford Escort, and Mitsubishi Lancer, it lacked contemporary safety technologies. The evaluation highlighted severe chest compression caused by seat belts, underscoring the necessity for airbags and more advanced restraint mechanisms including pretensioners and load limiters to align with modern safety expectations.
Motorsport Involvement
The Lada 110 was entered into competition during the 2008 World Touring Car Championship season by the Russian Bears Motorsport squad, driven by Viktor Shapovalov (#28) and Jaap van Lagen (#29).
In the following 2009 World Touring Car Championship season, Team LADA Sport fielded three units of the model piloted by Jaap Van Lagen, Kirill Ladygin, and Viktor Shapovalov before transitioning to newer Prioras partway through the season.