XRAY I vs Sandero Stepway II: which is better?
Lada XRAY I (2015–2022) vs Renault Sandero Stepway II (2014–2022): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Lada XRAY I
Renault Sandero Stepway IISpecifications
| Lada XRAY I | Renault Sandero Stepway II | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2015–2022 | 2014–2022 |
| Body | hatchback | hatchback |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.6 16V | 1.6 16V |
| Power, up to | 106 hp | 113 hp |
| Torque, up to | 148 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Gearbox | manual | manual |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 165 mm | 4 080 mm |
| Width | 1 764 mm | 1 757 mm |
| Height | 1 570 mm | 1 618 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 592 mm | 2 589 mm |
| Ground clearance | — | 195 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 XRAY 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
Engine (VAZ (1.5–1.6)): timing belt snapping: bends valves on some engines; sensor and thermostat failures; valve cover leak.
Renault Sandero Stepway II
Pros
- No data
Cons
- Nissan/Renault HR16DE / H4M (1.6) engine: chain stretch at high mileage
Engine (Nissan/Renault HR16DE / H4M (1.6)): no widespread serious problems; chain stretch at high mileage.
Which one to choose
- XRAY I — if you care more about: wheelbase.
- Sandero Stepway II — if you care more about: power, torque.
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: XRAY I or Sandero Stepway II?
XRAY I: up to 106 hp, Sandero Stepway II: up to 113 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: XRAY I — about 13 675 ₸, Sandero Stepway II — about 13 675 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.