Hyundai Solaris vs Lada Vesta: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.
Hyundai · 2011–2017
Solaris RB
- Power
- 90 kW122 PS
- Kerb mass
- -
Lada · 2015–present
Vesta
- Power
- 78 kW106 PS
- Kerb mass
- 1,190 kg
At a glance
Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.
- City Too close to call Length: 4,370 mm vs 4,410 mm
In plain words
Hyundai Solaris has more power: 90 kW (122 PS) against 78 kW (106 PS) for Lada Vesta. Lada Vesta is 40 mm longer than Hyundai Solaris (4,410 mm vs 4,370 mm). Hyundai Solaris is the older design (from 2011); Lada Vesta arrived in 2015. Lada Vesta is still in production; Hyundai Solaris is not. Our catalog has no kerb mass for the Hyundai Solaris yet, so some checks above leave it out.
Size and weight
Side view to scale, all cars from the front bumper.
| Solaris RB | Vesta | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,370 mm172.0 in | 4,410 mm173.6 in +40 mm +1.6 in +0.9% |
| Height | 1,700 mm66.9 in | 1,497 mm58.9 in −203 mm −8.0 in −11.9% |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm101.2 in | 2,635 mm103.7 in +65 mm +2.6 in +2.5% |
| Fits a standard garage? | No data | Yes |
Difference vs Solaris RB (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.
Full specifications
| Hyundai Solaris | Lada Vesta | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | 1.6 · 90 kW (122 PS) | 1.6 · 78 kW (106 PS) |
| Production years | 2011–2017 | 2015–present |
| Body | Sedan, Hatchback | Sedan |
| Country | South Korea | No data |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 90 kW (122 PS) 121 hp Better | 78 kW (106 PS) 105 hp |
| Power, all versions | 79–90 kW (107–122 PS) 106–121 hp | 78–107 kW (106–145 PS) 105–143 hp |
| Power per tonne | No data | 66 kW/t 80 hp/ton calculated |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,600 cc · 4 cyl 1.6 l | 1,600 cc 1.6 l |
| Gearbox | No data | 5-speed automated manual |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | 4,370 mm 172.0 in | 4,410 mm 173.6 in |
| Width | No data | 1,764 mm 69.4 in |
| Height | 1,700 mm 66.9 in | 1,497 mm 58.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm 101.2 in | 2,635 mm 103.7 in |
| Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. | No data | 1,190 kg 2,624 lb |
| Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. | No data | 480 l 17.0 cu ft |
| Economy and running costs | ||
| Fuel consumption Why it matters: Lower consumption cuts running costs and CO₂ emissions on every trip. | 5.0 l/100 km 47.0 mpg US | No data |
| Fuel cost per year | €1,310/year estimated | No data |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (1): Fuel.
Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).
Estimated at 15,000 km a year with fuel at €1.75/l petrol.