Lada 1500
The 'Troika': A Soviet luxury icon built for the world's toughest roads.
- Power
- 75 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 16.0 s
- Top speed
- 93 mph
- Est. value
- $3k–$12k
About the Lada 1500
Known domestically as the VAZ-2103 and nicknamed the 'Troika', the Lada 1500 was the prestigious, upmarket sibling to the original 2101. Developed in collaboration with Fiat and based on the 124 Special, it featured a more powerful 1.5-litre overhead-cam engine and a significantly plusher interior with wood-effect trim and a full suite of gauges. To survive Soviet conditions, it was engineered with a reinforced chassis, raised ground clearance, and heavy-duty suspension, making it famously robust. While once a common sight across Eastern Europe and the UK, well-preserved examples are now sought-after collectors' items for their charming Italian-Soviet fusion and rugged simplicity.
Lada 1500 specs
The Lada 1500 produces 75 bhp (56 kW) and 106 Nm (78 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 16.0 seconds and has a top speed of 93 mph (150 km/h).
| Make | Lada |
|---|---|
| Model | 1500 |
| Trim | 1.5 |
| Years | 1972–1984 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | Russia |
| Engine | 1.5-litre inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,452 cc (1.5 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 75 bhp (56 kW) at 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 106 Nm (78 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 16.0 s |
| Top speed | 93 mph (150 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,030 kg (2,271 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 73 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Lada 1500 worth?
A typical Lada 1500 is estimated to be worth $3,000 – $12,000 (about £2,200 – £8,900).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Lada 1500 rarity in CarSpot
The Lada 1500 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 18 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Lada 1500 fun facts
- The VAZ-2103 was so popular and expensive to produce that it was the first Lada model to be discontinued, despite not being the oldest in the range.
- Early production models in 1972 used the interior from the basic VAZ-2101 because the factory was not yet ready to produce the new 'luxury' cabin parts.
- The car's distinctive quad-headlight front end and extensive chrome trim were designed to distinguish it as a status symbol for Soviet white-collar workers.
