1993 Lada Niva 4WD review from Australia and New Zealand
"Very expensive in the long run"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Head gasket, drive shafts, loose bolts everywhere, electrical - just about everything that can go wrong did.
General comments?
The only good think is that Niva in an incredible off road vehicle. On it is just bad in every way.
At the time I could not afford Hilux so I bought cheap Niva which in the end has turned out to be more costly than hilux due to constant repairs. Apart from that It was a great fun 4WD which goes anywhere so I have some good memories, but would never buy one again.
Recommended reviews
  | If you don't like Ladas, just try one. I did |
  | A very poor quality car that is unreliable and expensive to maintain |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 1993 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1994 |
| Engine and transmission | petrol Don't Know |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 0/10 |
| Comfort marks | 2/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 70000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 80000 miles |
| Previous car | ? > |
| Date of Entry | 5th December, 2003 |