Iskra I vs Vesta NG: which is better?
Lada Iskra I (2025–present) vs Lada Vesta NG (2023–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Lada Iskra I
Lada Vesta NGSpecifications
| Lada Iskra I | Lada Vesta NG | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2025–present | 2023–present |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.6 16V | 1.6 16V |
| Power, up to | 106 hp | 106 hp |
| Torque, up to | — | 148 Nm |
| Gearbox | manual | manual |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | — | 4 420 mm |
| Width | — | 1 764 mm |
| Height | — | 1 497 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 2 635 mm |
| Ground clearance | — | 178 mm |
| Fuel tank | — | 55 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 Iskra I
Pros
- Local assembly: Russia
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Engine VAZ (1.5–1.6): timing belt failure: bends valves on some engines
Engine (VAZ (1.5–1.6)): timing belt snapping: bends valves on some engines; sensor and thermostat failures; valve cover leak.
Lada Vesta NG
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
Engine (VAZ (1.5–1.6)): timing belt snapping: bends valves on some engines; sensor and thermostat failures; valve cover leak.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: Iskra I or Vesta NG?
Iskra I: up to 106 hp, Vesta NG: up to 106 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Iskra I — about 13 675 ₸, Vesta NG — about 13 675 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.