Granta I vs Almera G15: which is better?
Lada Granta I (2011–2018) vs Nissan Almera G15 (2012–2018): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Lada Granta ISpecifications
| Lada Granta I | Nissan Almera G15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2011–2018 | 2012–2018 |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.6 8V | 1.6 |
| Power, up to | 90 hp | 102 hp |
| Torque, up to | 143 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Gearbox | manual | automatic |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 260 mm | 4 656 mm |
| Width | 1 700 mm | 1 695 mm |
| Height | 1 500 mm | 1 522 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 476 mm | 2 700 mm |
| Ground clearance | 180 mm | 160 mm |
| Fuel tank | 50 L | 50 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 13 675 ₸ | ≈ 13 675 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Lada Granta I
Pros
- Local assembly: Russia
- 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.
Nissan Almera G15
Pros
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Local assembly: Russia
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Engine Renault K4M/K7M/F4R: a snapped timing belt bends the valves
- Gearbox Renault DP0/DP2 4-speed automatic: overheating and jerks as the valve body wears
Engine (Renault K4M/K7M/F4R): a snapped timing belt bends the valves; ignition coil failures (K4M); oil consumption on the F4R.
Gearbox (Renault DP0/DP2 4-speed automatic): overheating and jerks when the valve body wears; pressure sensor failure.
Which one to choose
- Granta I — if you care more about: ground clearance.
- Almera G15 — if you care more about: power, torque, wheelbase.
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: Granta I or Almera G15?
Granta I: up to 90 hp, Almera G15: up to 102 hp.
Which has more ground clearance?
Granta I: 180 mm, Almera G15: 160 mm.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Granta I — about 13 675 ₸, Almera G15 — about 13 675 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.