Sergei Tokarev. Saint Petersburg.

My review of the Ravon P3 machine will try to tell in detail about all the advantages and disadvantages of this car. Prior to that, he drove different brands, ranging from the Volga 31029 to the Chevrolet Blazer.

On duty, you have to drive 80-100 km daily, in dense city traffic and on the highway. When my jeep completely crumbled, and the repair was no longer profitable, I went to Avito and began to look for a used foreign car up to 700 thousand rubles.

Under this cost and my requirements, but I wanted a full-fledged car with a fairly powerful engine, automatic transmission and a wide range of equipment, Kia, Chevrolet, Hyundai and the Chinese were suitable. All had a mileage of over 80, there were also new budget options in the poorest configuration without sound insulation and manual windows.

This did not suit me. While watching, I saw an advertisement for Nexia Ravon and decided to see “what kind of beast”. I was surprised that at a cost of 100 less than brothers, the car is perfectly assembled and has all the necessary options. I decided to visit a car dealership and see “live”, yet a new car is better than a used one, even a branded one.

First Impressions

In the cabin were 4 models of different configurations and colors. The choice settled on the Nexia in the “Elegant” configuration with a six-speed automatic with white “tiptronic”. The car had a 4-cylinder engine with a capacity of 107 horsepower and a volume of 1.5, which seemed to me the perfect balance of traction and economy.

All parts and elements of the body and interior were perfectly matched to each other, and even to the touch one could feel the good quality of the material. As for the options, the car had everything you need. There was an ABS system, hydraulic power steering, electric mirrors, brake booster, manual air conditioning, in general, everything was like in a Japanese or European middle-class car. I would like to talk about the main thing - the features of operation.

Month of ownership

I was lucky and in the winter of 2017 I bought a car without a queue with registration on the day of treatment. There was some distrust before the purchase, but after a test drive, all doubts dissipated and I said: “we are making out”. Quickly put on record in the traffic police, the benefit of TCP issued immediately.

I put the car in a paid parking lot, and the next day I decided to go to work. It was -20 degrees and fine cold snow. The alarm was with auto start, but I decided not to turn it on.

The engine started up with half a turn, without extraneous noise and vibrations, as happens in some VAZs. It warmed up to operating temperature in 5 minutes, and I turned on the heater, after a minute it became warm in the cabin. I got behind the wheel, put the selector in position “D”, slightly pressed the gas pedal. The car started off smoothly, along the way I noticed small knocks on the suspension.

After a few hundred meters, the knocks stopped, this is normal and happens in any car - in the cold, the oil in the shock absorbers became thick, then developed. The engine worked perfectly and smoothly, at speeds up to 3500 thousand in the cabin it is NOT HEARD, a pleasant rumble is heard in 5-6 gear, the feeling that a V-6 with a turbocharger is installed.

Automation clearly and smoothly changes gears, does not think and does not slip on a slippery road. The characteristic clicks of the checkpoint operation are not audible, unlike my 97 Chevrolet jeep. On the track, I tried to drown the gas pedal a little - the car accelerated smoothly, without jerks. At the same time, there should be some inhibition - after all, it is not a racing car, and 1.2 tons of weight.

I went to work for a month, never looked under the hood. Naezdil 2800 kilometers, just passed the run-in. On the advice of experts, I changed the oil in the box and the engine, filled it with high-quality fully synthetic oil. Changed all the filters and checked the spark plugs. On this, the first MOT was completed, I could do it in the cabin under warranty, but I love it with my own hands.

six months later

In general, the car is satisfied. During 6 months of daily trips, the car showed itself well. I want to note the excellent handling, good acceleration and low gas consumption, which is about 10 liters in the city.

The suspension is smooth and soft, there are breakdowns when hit in large pits, just like other cars. Spacious warm interior, luggage compartment of 400 liters, comfortable rear row of seats - 3 passengers can easily accommodate. At full load, the car accelerates without difficulty and feels great at a speed of 120 km / h.

There has never been a critical engine temperature, even during heavy loads, thanks to a well-thought-out and simple cooling system. The machine unquestioningly performs switching always at the right time, never got into emergency mode and did not give errors. The steering wheel with power steering rotates effortlessly - with one finger, which is convenient when making a U-turn in narrow places. The ABS system is working properly, at a speed of about 60 km a cat ran out onto the road, the car stopped quickly but smoothly, without a screech. Once recharged regular battery, see not fully charged at the factory.

The engine starts with half a turn in any frost, did not notice knocks and noises, even during the break-in.

The cabin has a simple air conditioner, used several times in the heat, provides a stably distributed flow of cold air, nothing more is required from it. The driver's seat is of a very comfortable design, one might say "anatomical", I went to Petrozavodsk for 250 and back - I did not feel much fatigue. Another useful option is a radio with a bluetooth system for 4 speakers, which, however, had to be replaced due to vibration during sound.

There is a convenient design for fastening a child seat, thoughtful seat belts, wear-resistant velor fabric upholstery in a combined color design. Heated mirrors with a convenient electric drive system that fold when parked. Excellent optics, providing a good view of the road and a glass cleaning mechanism.
The paintwork of the body is of very good quality, the car was on the street every day, for several months I did not find a single “saffron milk cap”.

Malfunctions and malfunctions

Serious breakdowns were not observed, the car passed about 30 thousand. I changed the spark plugs, refilled the air conditioner, topped up the coolant once. It was my fault that the windshield cracked - I turned on the stove at full power during warm-up.

The stove pipe dripped in the engine area - the solution to the problem was tightening the clamp. The interior lighting was gone, the search led to the absence of contact in the ceiling, after the “opening” of the lamp contacts, the light appeared.

I didn’t like the factory “wiper” brushes - I replaced it with Bosch. These are all malfunctions for half a year, I want to note that spare parts and consumables for this model cost the same as for the Zhiguli.

Conclusion

I have never regretted my purchase, although at first there was distrust. The car is well controlled, the engine is frisky, automatic transmission, full of useful options that make the task easier for the driver. Quickly picks up acceleration, maneuverable in oversized areas, does not require frequent repairs and maintenance. Excellent value for urban use and long country trips. For your money - an ideal option. Although I am a patriot, I do not advise buying Vesta or X-Ray, I think that they are somewhat worse in quality.

Ravon Nexia R3 automatic video:

Nexia is a fairly popular car in the CIS. The car was produced from 1995 to 2015. in two generations. Most of the models of the last years of production were produced in Uzbekistan at the UzDaewoo plant. Now the company is called "Ravon". "Nexia" in the usual way, they no longer produce. But the old Daewoo was replaced by an equally interesting car - the Ravon R-3. The car has been mass-produced since 2016 and is officially delivered to Russia. Also, production has been established in Kazakhstan. What are the "Ravon Nexia R-3" specifications, reviews and cost? For answers to these and many other questions, see our today's article.

Design

According to the reviews of the owners, the Ravon Nexia R-3 is a converted Chevrolet Aveo in the back of the T250. Externally, these machines are very similar. You can compare their design by photo.

Reviews about "Ravon Nexia R-3" are very mixed. Some say that the Uzbeks simply plagiarized an old Chevrolet from the 2000s. Others argue that thanks to a common platform, there will be no problems finding spare parts (including body parts).

Externally, these machines are very similar. So, the Uzbeks changed only the front part. The Ravon Nexia R-3 car has more angular headlights and a different grille. The bumper turned out to be embossed, with "evil" bevels and wide foglights. Halogen light is used in head optics and PTF. According to the reviews of the owners, the Ravon Nexia R-3 car has poor optics.

As for the rest of the body, they are all identical to the old Aveo - side line, smooth roof contours and a completely copied rear end. Behind the "Ravon" can only be distinguished by nameplates and an emblem on the trunk lid. Headlights, bumper and other elements are completely interchangeable with the Chevrolet Aveo.

In general, the appearance of the Ravon car does not cause disgust. Yes, the car has a slightly outdated design. Indeed, in this guise, Chevrolet was produced more than ten years ago. But if you take into account the cost of the car (we will talk about the price at the end of the article), many mistakes can be forgiven. For those who want to stand out from the stream, "Ravon R-3" is clearly not suitable - the reviews say. But this is a great hassle-free car for everyday use.

Body

Many owners complain about the quality of the metal on Ravona. It is compared with foil. The body is very wrinkled at the slightest blow. In the event of an accident, the geometry of the car is significantly violated. As for the paintwork, it is quite high quality. But after an accident, the damaged area should be urgently painted. Bare metal quickly forms pockets of corrosion.

Dimensions, ground clearance

According to reviews, the new Ravon Nexia R-3 is a very compact car, which allows you to easily maneuver in city traffic. The car belongs to the B-class. Body length is 4.33 meters, width - 1.5 meters, height - 1.69. With such dimensions, there are no problems finding a parking space. This is a big plus - say reviews about the car. "Ravon Nexia R-3" in addition has a good ground clearance. On standard 14-inch wheels, the distance to the bottom of the body is as much as 16 and a half centimeters. The short base (slightly less than two and a half meters) contributes to excellent cross-country ability. On such a Nexia, it’s not scary to drive into some outback or to the country. This is a versatile vehicle.

Salon: first acquaintance

Let's move inside the Ravon Nexia R-3 four-door car. We note right away that the doors open at a large angle and there are no problems with landing. What do they say about the car "Ravon Nexia R-3" reviews? The visibility inside is just excellent, thanks to the high seating position and the huge windshield. There are practically no dead zones here. As for ergonomics, it is at the level of the old Nexias - the correct fit geometry, convenient location of the control buttons. Finishing materials - plastic and fabric. In budget trim levels, the interior is monochrome. In more expensive versions, the manufacturer offers a two-tone interior with beige upholstery. Reviews say that this combination of shades gives the car a more prestigious look. A pure black interior looks gloomy - reviews say. "Ravon Nexia R-3" should be taken only with a light interior.

The front panel of the sedan has similar features to the Chevrolet Aveo. Take at least what is on the center console. However, customer reviews of the Ravon Nexia R-3 say that the radio tape recorder connects to the smartphone via Bluetooth without any problems. There is also a USB port here. The radio tape recorder supports most modern audio formats. The Nexia speakers are frankly of poor quality. You can listen to the radio on them, but you should definitely not count on surround sound. Owner reviews say that the steering wheel has no adjustments. The same problem was observed both on the Daewoo Nexia and on the Chevrolet Aveo. Additionally, there are buttons on the steering wheel. You can use them to adjust the volume of the music. But often you don’t have to use them - the “twist” of the radio is right at hand.

Let's move on to the dashboard. It consists of four arrow indicators. This is a speedometer, tachometer, as well as a fuel level and engine temperature sensor. Below is a small onboard computer. It also considers daily and total mileage. What do the reviews say about the car "Ravon Nexia R-3"? The instrument panel is very informative, but the on-board computer display is very archaic. Such "calculators" were installed on cars from the 90s.

Seats, trunk

The driver's seat, regardless of configuration, is made of fabric. There are several adjustments here, but many people fail to set the seat in height normally. On the side there is also a “lamb” for adjusting the angle of the pillow. The design of the seats is identical to the old Aveo and Nexia. It’s comfortable to sit, but in 2017 you want more comfort, reviews say. Due to the narrow body, it is physically impossible to place an armrest between the front seats. In Aveo, this was easier.

The back row is designed for three people. But due to the one and a half meter width, only two manage to fit comfortably. The rear sofa is close to the front row and tall passengers can rest their knees on the back of the seats. But if we compare Ravon with classmates (these are Renault Logan and Lada Grant), not only Nexia has this problem. All owners of B-class cars face such a disaster. But there is enough space above the head with a margin.

As for the luggage compartment, its volume is 376 liters. In this regard, Ravon loses to its competitors. The same Logan has a trunk volume of exactly 400 liters. What are the disadvantages of Ravon Nexia R-3? Owner reviews say that the back of the rear sofa is not completely transformed. Moreover, there is no hatch for skis to carry long loads (and there was one on the old Nexias). In the lower part, the trunk opening is greatly narrowed due to large lanterns. You need to load the thing very carefully - the reviews say.

Build quality

What are the disadvantages of Ravon Nexia R-3? Reviews of the owners repeatedly repeat about the poor-quality assembly of the cabin. Take at least the gaps between the mating parts. They “walk” everywhere, and the plastic lining quickly falls off. Many scold "Ravon" for the unfortunate location of the USB port. It is located in the handbrake area. To connect your smartphone to it, you have to be distracted from the road.

Another disadvantage of the Ravon Nexia R-3 car, which is noted by the reviews of the owners, is the narrow pockets in the doors. This problem was also on the Aveo in the 250th body, but the Uzbeks did not eliminate this drawback. It is difficult to put even a liter bottle of water in this pocket.

Plastic pads that close the front thresholds often fall off. Also, the reviews of the owners note a significant difference in the gaps between the gearbox selector cover and the black glossy pad.

In fairness, it must be said that the build quality on the Ravon Gentra was even worse. In addition to walking gaps, there was creaky plastic and a pungent smell - the cabin reeked of phenol. "Nexia R-3" does not have such features, which is a definite plus. Uzbeks are doing work on the mistakes.

Engine

What are the technical characteristics of "Ravon Nexia R-3"? Owner reviews note the following drawback - the line of power units consists of one in-line four-cylinder engine. This is an atmospheric S-TEC engine, which meets the Euro-5 environmental standard. The unit is distinguished by a timing chain drive and an aluminum cylinder head. Timing mechanism - 16-valve. The block is cast iron, the injection is distributed, with a variable exhaust and intake phase.

This power unit has good technical characteristics. With a volume of 1485 cubic centimeters, the Uzbeks managed to remove 107 horsepower from it. The torque of the unit is 141 Nm at 3.8 thousand revolutions. Reviews note the high reliability of this unit. The motor is difficult to overheat, and it needs a major overhaul no earlier than after 300 thousand kilometers.

Transmission

Depending on the configuration, the Ravon Nexia can be equipped with two types of gearboxes:

• Five-speed mechanics.
• Six-speed automatic.

The latter was borrowed from the Chevrolet Cobalt. This box has already managed to establish itself on the good side. Reviews about her are only positive. The transmission has good efficiency and gives the Nexia good acceleration dynamics. As for the mechanics, it is almost eternal - the oil is filled for the entire service life, and the clutch wears out only to 150 thousand kilometers. The resource of both boxes is comparable to the engine. During operation, these transmissions do not require additional intervention (in automatic transmissions, except to change the oil every 60 thousand kilometers).

Dynamics

Is 107 horsepower a lot or a little? According to reviews, this is quite enough for the B-class. The curb weight of the Ravon Nexia RZ is 1100 kilograms - the car is very light. Together, this gives good dynamic performance. Acceleration to hundreds on the "mechanics" is 12.2 seconds. With "automatic" this parameter is 0.5 seconds more. The maximum speed of the Ravon Nexia RZ is 180 kilometers per hour. In the city, these characteristics are quite enough (especially considering that the Ravon is a budget car).

Fuel consumption

Along with the good dynamics of the Ravon Nexia R-3, reviews note good fuel efficiency. So, in urban mode, this one and a half liter engine on the "mechanics" consumes 8 liters of gasoline. According to reviews, "Ravon Nexia R-3" with an "automatic" consumes no more than 10 liters of the 95th. If we compare this sedan with competitors, it deserves the first place in the list of the most economical cars. For comparison: "Logan" on the "machine" can burn up to 14 liters of gasoline in the city. The owners are simply horrified by these indicators!

Chassis

As we said earlier, the Ravon Nexia R-3 was built on the basis of the old Chevrolet Aveo. Therefore, many components and assemblies (including the suspension) migrated to the "Uzbek". An independent suspension with spring struts of the MacPherson type is installed in front. At the rear is a semi-independent beam with coil springs and telescopic single-tube shock absorbers. Also, the Ravon Nexia R-3 is equipped with an anti-roll bar.

The steering gear is a rack with hydraulic booster. The latter is already available as standard. But the brakes are combined. There are disc mechanisms in the front, and drum mechanisms in the back. Moreover, drum brakes are present even on the Nexia in a luxury configuration. But already in the "base" there are ABS sensors on each wheel.

What do they say about the suspension and driving performance of the Ravon Nexia R-3 sedan reviews?

Driving performance "Uzbek" is not too encouraging. The suspension on the Ravona is frankly tough. She is not able to work out irregularities normally. Therefore, it is better to go around large bumps. In addition to this, reviews note the high noise level of the racks. This is partly the fault of poor soundproofing. At speeds over 80 kilometers per hour, wind breaks into the cabin. The reason for this is poor-quality door seals. There is also no soundproofing on the arches. There is a characteristic hum inside. However, the plastic inside does not creak. Despite the presence of two stabilizers, there is no need to talk about the lateral stability of the car. According to reviews, the Ravon Nexia R-3 is very afraid of lateral rolls. The car turns into corners with difficulty, especially at high speeds. This is due to the short wheelbase and high body.

The only advantage of this suspension is the low cost of maintenance. The design has been in operation since the 90s, and spare parts for Ravon cost a penny. and the front levers last a very long time. But the ball bearings on the drive wheels are already broken by 40 thousand. When buying, it is worth replacing the rubber with a higher profile one. This will partially save the suspension parts from loads and add a little comfort.

Prices, equipment

Recently, the Uzbek manufacturer Ravon raised prices for its line of cars, including the Nexia RZ. But even in this scenario, the car remains very attractive in its price range. The cost of the initial configuration is 450 thousand rubles. This is the Comfort version. The basic list of options for the Ravon Nexia R-3 car includes:

• One airbag.
• Single color interior.
• Hydraulic power steering.
• Audio system with two speakers and USB-connector.
• Fog lights.
• On-board computer.
• Mechanical windows.
• ABS system.
• Full size spare.
• 14" stamped wheels and trim caps.

It will be a sedan with a manual transmission. Versions with a gun are available in the "Optimum" package. The cost of this version starts from 490 thousand rubles. For automatic transmission will have to pay 40 thousand rubles. The list of options additionally includes:

• Electric windows of the front doors (rear - on a mechanical drive).
• Air conditioner.
• Central locking.
• Electric mirrors.

The maximum configuration is called "Elegance". Its initial cost is 530 thousand rubles. It will be a manual transmission version. For the machine, as in the previous case, you will have to pay 40 thousand rubles. The Elegance package has the following set of options:

• Power windows on all doors.
• Second airbag.
• Music with four speakers.
• Bicolor interior.
• 15-inch alloy wheels (but the spare will still be stamped, 14 inches).

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Ravon cars go on sale without engine and gearbox crankcase protection installed at the factory, which, when used on Russian roads, is fraught with costly repairs due to mechanical damage. Some official dealers, however, offer to install protection elements, but as additional equipment, and this affects the cost of the purchased car. Given the high prices for additional equipment from the "officials", most buyers prefer to install the crankcase protection on their own, or turn to specialized services.

Comparison of products from different manufacturers

It is possible to install crankcase and gearbox protection kits from several Russian and foreign companies on a car, while prices can differ quite a lot:

• depending on the material of manufacture (steel of various grades or aluminum),
• protection structures (with or without stiffeners),
• reputation of the manufacturer's brand.

Prices for products from Russian manufacturers are noticeably lower than competitors, while the quality is not worse, and often better. From domestic brands, you should pay attention to products from Avtobronya (set 111.01001.2 is suitable for Chevrolet Aveo), AVS-Design (set 10yu876.C2), Rival (set 111.1001.2), Sheriff. The price range for the Ravon Nexia p3 crankcase protection kit is from 1500 to 8500 rubles.

The owner of the car can choose the model he likes based on his requests. Comparison of installing crankcase protection on your own and in a specialized service

When installing the crankcase guard on, it is necessary to provide easy access to the underside of the machine. If it is possible to use a lift or a pit, there is experience and a tool - you should prefer an independent installation.

This will allow you to spend money only on the purchase of a protection kit.

Do-it-yourself installation of crankcase protection Ravon Nexia r3

For independent work, you will need:

• A lift or a pit (in extreme cases, you can get by with raising the car with a jack and installing reliable stops under the body, although this will not ensure the convenience of work).

• Socket wrenches or heads for 13 and 17 mm, preferably with a "ratchet".
• Factory installation instructions: products from different manufacturers have differences in fasteners to the car body, consider this when preparing for work.

If there is no such opportunity or free time, you should contact the service. For specialists, the installation of crankcase protection will not take more than 1 hour, while a guarantee of the quality of work is usually given.

The general procedure for installing crankcase protection Ravon Nexia r3.

• L-shaped mortgages with an M8 stud are installed in the holes of the beam under the radiator.
• Mount the M10 nuts in the holes of the front axle and screw in the supplied M10 bolts with washers pre-fitted on them.
• Put the back of the protection on these bolts and tighten them slightly.
• Slide the front part onto the studs and tighten with the supplied M8 nuts.
• Finally tighten all the fasteners of the protection.

After finishing work, you need to make sure that the installed protection does not come into contact with the engine crankcase and other moving parts of the power unit - otherwise damage to parts and vibration and noise may occur when the machine is moving.