The auto expert listed the differences of the updated Lada Vesta

The 2026 Lada Vesta model has received a number of new options, the most important being remote engine start and keyless entry system. Yuri Timkin, an expert at Za Rulem magazine, told about this on January 19.

The claimed range of the remote engine start is 40 m. This feature allows, for example, to preheat the engine and interior before getting behind the wheel. The new (fourth) button on the car key is responsible for its activation.

"Another long—awaited innovation is normal keyless access. Now you can not take the key out of your pocket and no longer need to put it on a special "mat" under the front panel so that the system does not lose its mark," the expert noted.

In addition, the Vesta for the 2026 model year received an updated "medium" Enjoy multimedia system (with a seven-inch screen) with built-in Sber services and voice control. Also, a new gray metallic Typhoon went into the body color scheme. AvtoVAZ plans to start equipping the Vesta with climate control in a few months, the note says.

Waiting for the "window": AvtoVAZ shares plans for 2026

Lada to launch crossover, van and sports car on the market

Earlier, on January 14, it was reported that AvtoVAZ plans to launch production of Lada Vesta Sport in the spring of 2026, sales will begin closer to summer. The sports modification will be equipped with a 1.8-liter engine with a capacity of 146 hp, it will be combined with a six-speed manual transmission. The Sport version will receive both a sedan and a station wagon. The pre-production Vesta Sport was shown during a press conference of AvtoVAZ in Moscow.

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