This 1.5 MT (72 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Hatchback, which was produced by VAZ (Lada) from 1987 to 2006. In addition to this engine, 4 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.
| Body type | Hatchback |
|---|---|
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 4006mm |
| Width | 1650mm |
| Height | 1402mm |
| Wheelbase | 2460mm |
| Front track | 1400mm |
| Rear track | 1370mm |
| Ground clearance | 160mm |
| Max. boot capacity | 1000litre |
| Min. boot capacity | 270litre |
| Kerb weight | 945kg |
| Gross weight | 1370kg |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1500cm3 |
| Engine power | 72bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 5 600RPM |
| Injection type | Injectors |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore | 82mm |
| Stroke | 71mm |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Maximum torque | 118Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 2800RPM |
| Fuel | 92 RON |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 156km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 14second |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 8litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 5litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 7litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 43litre |
| Cruising range | from 540 to 860km |
| Emission standard | EURO III |
| Front suspension | Strut |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Helical springs |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| City | 9.6 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 6 litres / 100km |
| Average | 8.4 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.