The Lada Niva 2121 is a SUV produced from 1977 to 1994.
Engines: 1.6 (VAZ-2121), 73 hp. Transmission: manual; all-wheel drive. Length 3,740 mm, wheelbase 2,200 mm, ground clearance 220 mm, fuel tank 45 L.
This generation was built without a facelift. Sold in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan; assembled in Russia.
| Production years | 1977–1994 |
|---|---|
| Body | SUV |
| Engine | 1.6 |
| Engine code | VAZ-2121 |
| Displacement | 1.6 L |
| Fuel | petrol |
| Power | 73 hp |
| Transmission | manual, 4-speed |
| Gearbox model | 4MT VAZ |
| Drive | all-wheel drive |
| Length | 3,740 mm |
| Width | 1,680 mm |
| Height | 1,640 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,200 mm |
| Ground clearance | 220 mm |
| Fuel tank | 45 L |
| Engine | Under 10 years | 10–20 years (×0.7) | Over 20 years (×0.5) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 | ≈ 13,675 ₸ | ≈ 9,572 ₸ | ≈ 6,838 ₸ |
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) →
What to check when buying: chain noise; oil consumption.
Tip: Engines that are simple to repair.
Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.
Factory sizes: tyres 195/70R15, 175/80R16; bolt pattern 5x139.7. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →
1.6, code VAZ-2121, 73 hp.
manual (4MT VAZ).
Ground clearance 220 mm, fuel tank 45 l.
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.