Soluto I vs Granta I facelift: which is better?
Kia Soluto I (2019–present) vs Lada Granta I facelift (2018–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Kia Soluto I
Lada Granta I faceliftSpecifications
| Kia Soluto I | Lada Granta I facelift | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2019–present | 2018–present |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.4 | 1.6 8V |
| Power, up to | 100 hp | 90 hp |
| Torque, up to | 133 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Gearbox | automatic | manual |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 300 mm | 4 280 mm |
| Width | 1 700 mm | 1 700 mm |
| Height | 1 460 mm | 1 500 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 570 mm | 2 476 mm |
| Ground clearance | 160 mm | 180 mm |
| Fuel tank | 43 L | 50 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 8 650 ₸ | ≈ 13 675 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Kia Soluto I
Pros
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Small tank: 43 L
Lada Granta I facelift
Pros
- Local assembly: Russia
- Currently in production — can be bought new
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Engine VAZ (1.5–1.6): timing belt failure: bends valves on some engines
- Modest power: up to 90 hp
Engine (VAZ (1.5–1.6)): timing belt snapping: bends valves on some engines; sensor and thermostat failures; valve cover leak.
Which one to choose
- Soluto I — if you care more about: power, wheelbase, kz tax 2026.
- Granta I facelift — if you care more about: torque, ground clearance, fuel tank.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: Soluto I or Granta I facelift?
Soluto I: up to 100 hp, Granta I facelift: up to 90 hp.
Which has more ground clearance?
Soluto I: 160 mm, Granta I facelift: 180 mm.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Soluto I — about 8 650 ₸, Granta I facelift — about 13 675 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.