The Lada Iskra I is a sedan in production since 2025.
Engines: 1.6 16V (VAZ-21129), 106 hp. Transmission: manual; front-wheel drive.
No facelift so far. Sold in Russia, Kazakhstan; assembled in Russia.
Lada Iskra I (2025–present): specs
Specifications
| Production years | 2025–present |
|---|---|
| Body | sedan |
| Engine | 1.6 16V |
| Engine code | VAZ-21129 |
| Displacement | 1.6 L |
| Fuel | petrol |
| Power | 106 hp |
| Transmission | manual, 5-speed |
| Gearbox model | 5MT VAZ |
| Drive | front-wheel drive |
Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan
| Engine | Under 10 years |
|---|---|
| 1.6 16V | ≈ 13,675 ₸ |
Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →
Also 1.6 8V and 1.8 with CVT
Pros and cons
Pros
- Local assembly: Russia
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Engine VAZ (1.5–1.6): timing belt failure: bends valves on some engines
Common problems and what to check
Engine: VAZ (1.5–1.6)
- timing belt snapping: bends valves on some engines
- sensor and thermostat failures
- valve cover leak
What to check when buying: when the timing belt and water pump were replaced; cooling fan operation.
Tip: Timing belt and pulleys — per schedule or earlier.
Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.
Tyre and wheel sizes
Factory sizes: tyres 185/65R15, 195/55R16; bolt pattern 4x100. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →
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FAQ
What engine does the Lada Iskra I have?
1.6 16V, code VAZ-21129, 106 hp.
What transmission does it have?
manual (5MT VAZ).
How much is the vehicle tax on the Lada Iskra I in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, about 13,675 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.