Interesting Facts About the Lada Kalina
The Lada Kalina entered production in the mid‑2000s as a compact car from Russia, evolving from a 1996 concept and later expanding into sedan, hatchback, and station‑wagon versions.
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From Concept to Production
Lada’s Kalina lineage began with the VAZ‑1116 concept car unveiled in 1996, and the production‑ready model launched in 2004.
Multiple Body Styles and Production Phases
The first‑generation Kalina was built from 2004 to 2013 and offered several body styles: the 4‑door sedan (Lada 1118) entered full production in 2005/2006, the 5‑door hatchback (Lada 1119) appeared in 2007‑2013, and the 5‑door station wagon (Lada 1117) began production in 2007/2008.
Engine Options and Ongoing Updates
Throughout its run the Kalina was powered by either a 1.4‑litre or a 1.6‑litre engine, and the model received multiple updates and facelifts between 2004 and 2013.
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