The Lada Kalina I is a sedan produced from 2004 to 2013. It is the 1st of 2 generations of the Kalina in our catalog.
Engines: 1.6 8V (VAZ-11183), 81 hp. Transmission: manual; front-wheel drive. Length 4,040 mm, wheelbase 2,476 mm, fuel tank 50 L.
This generation was built without a facelift. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan; assembled in Russia.
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) →
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.
What engine does the Lada Kalina I have?
1.6 8V, code VAZ-11183, 81 hp, 125 Nm.
What transmission does it have?
manual (5MT VAZ).
What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?
Fuel tank 50 l.
How much is the vehicle tax on the Lada Kalina 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.