The Lada Vesta I is a sedan produced from 2015 to 2023. It is the 1st of 3 generations of the Vesta in our catalog.
Engines: 1.6 16V (VAZ-21129), 106 hp. Transmission: manual; front-wheel drive. Length 4,410 mm, wheelbase 2,635 mm, ground clearance 178 mm, fuel tank 55 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 Vesta I have?
1.6 16V, code VAZ-21129, 106 hp, 148 Nm.
What transmission does it have?
manual (5MT VAZ-21807).
What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?
Ground clearance 178 mm, fuel tank 55 l.
How much is the vehicle tax on the Lada Vesta 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.