Ancestor of the class compact SUVs SUV of the Volga Automobile Plant has waited for a radical renovation. The new Niva model of 2017 is being developed under the Niva 3 and Niva NG (Next Generation) factory indices. The model should not be confused with the Niva-Chevrolet. While the Niva brand is officially leased by an overseas concern, the VAZ 2121 and its derivatives are called Lada 4x4. The car is in demand due to its unique cross-country ability, high reliability and low cost.
Forever living classic
Official photos of the new Niva 4x4 2017 model range are not yet available. The car is under development. The images of a promising SUV published on the Web are a work of computer graphics. The design is based on the project of Dmitry Dyachenko, developed two years ago. On its basis, a prototype was built in a single copy. The SUV will be created on a completely new original platform. The car will retain its characteristic external features: a vertical front end, a shallow groove along the entire body, stiffeners on the hood cover, three ventilation holes on rear rack blocks placed above the headlights parking lights and direction indicators.
Body design will change: all stamps are developed from scratch body parts, the roof will become sloping - an arc descending towards the stern. Windshield and a cut of the stern will receive big angles tilt. The aerodynamic quality will improve. Bumper fairings will get plastic protection from below. Naturally, the car will receive a new radiator lining and stylish optics. The spare wheel will leave the engine compartment and will be placed in a special niche under the bottom in the stern. On thresholds and doors there will be original plastic overlays.
Compliance with modern requirements of comfort
In 2017 for the new Niva models an authentic interior will be created. By increasing the wheelbase dimensions inner space slightly increase, the central tunnel will change. The back row will be more spacious. Torpedo, center console, door cards, the seats will receive modern architecture. The front panel will have seat for media system monitor. Trunk volume will increase to 420 liters.
Soundproofing has been significantly improved. The noise level in the cabin will be reduced by effective sealing of the body and the use of the latest vibration-absorbing materials. The ceiling will be fully molded. Basic equipment it is planned to equip with electric drive and heated side mirrors, heated front seats, air ducts for the rear row, air conditioning, athermal glazing. A richer set of equipment is hampered by the manufacturer's desire to keep the model in the existing price niche.
Specifications
A typical representative of the Niva 4x4 compact SUVs in 2017 will increase in size: by 410 mm in length, 80 mm in width, and 14 mm in height. Vehicle dimensions will be as follows:
- length - 4 130 mm;
- width - 1 760 mm;
- height - 1 654 mm;
- clearance - 280 mm;
- wheelbase- 2 495 mm;
- curb weight - 1,300 kg.
Standard rims - R16, tire size - 185/75. The body is a two-volume station wagon. Doors - three, number of seats - five.
progressive improvement
Niva 4x4 in 2017 will be equipped with a promising 16-valve 4-cylinder engine of its own design and a reliable Italian unit:
- gasoline VAZ-21179: volume - 1.8 liters, power - 122 liters. s., torque - 170 Nm;
- diesel FIAT engine Multijet: volume - 1.3 l, power - 85 l. with., torque - 200 Nm.
The working volume of the Togliatti motor increased due to an increase in the piston stroke. The power unit is based on existing models. For the first time, the original products of VAZ engine builders will be equipped with a mechanism for changing the valve timing at the inlet and outlet. Engine Compliant environmental standard Euro 5. Bench tests have confirmed high efficiency and long service life - at least 220,000 km. IN engine compartment power plants will be placed longitudinally.
Transmission all-wheel drive with a connected front. A five-speed manual transmission will be specially designed for this car. Existing ones are not able to work in tandem with the engine increased power. two stage transfer case equipped with an electric differential lock. Will be updated brake system and redesigned suspension. The angle of inclination of the front wheels will change. The car will receive a new subframe and steering assembly rack type. By increasing the track by 80 mm, stability will increase significantly.
New Lada Niva 4x4 2018 model year will still exist, despite the fact that there were a lot of rumors refuting this fact. The new brainchild of AvtoVAZ will be assembled on the basis of the popular Renault Duster. But, there will be a lot of elements from the already well-known Niva. Especially the front part, which can be easily recognized, which cannot be said about the back. In general, many are skeptical about this project, but only time will tell whether Lada 4x4 2018 will be a breakthrough or a failure. We can only wait and hope.
The new model received interesting design, which is in many ways unlike any other car from our manufacturer. Only in the front part of the novelty will the already familiar elements be recognized. Niva 4x4 2018 turned out to be somewhat longer than its ancestor, and also received much more rounded shapes.
At the front, the car stands out with the familiar rectangular grille. Inside it you can find several holes, separated from each other by chrome strips of the body. Further, the grille smoothly passes into a triangular compartment for headlights, inside which are also recognizable round lights. It is not known what the optics will be filled with, but most likely it will be a regular halogen so that there is no reason to increase the cost of the model.
Turning lights were placed a little higher than the main ones - almost on the hood. The lid itself is quite massive, like the entire front part. Here you can find a small relief - central part located slightly below the side.
Below the main optics there is an air intake system - paired holes that have received the shape of a rectangle. And right below them is a reinforcement for the bumper and subframe, because the car is meant as an all-terrain vehicle, and these elements are simply necessary for them.
The side part is clearly distinguished by huge wheel arches, which protrude, probably, five centimeters from the body. Inside them already in stock goes off-road tires from original discs. Also here you can find many transitions in height and a stylish ledge right along the line of the door handles. By the way, they are perfectly hidden here and do not catch the eye until you come very close to the car. The glasses came out small, what will happen to the review is not at all clear.
And here in the back new body looks simply breathtaking. luggage compartment protrudes slightly forward, as in, for example. Stop lights and dimensions are also located here. There’s also reinforcement and protection underneath, and the square-shaped twin exhaust pairs well with general view machine, giving it maximum aggression.
Salon
It is sad that if you look inside the car, you can see not a perfect Duster, but old Niva. Here restyling ended. The materials used are "antediluvian", mainly plastic and fabric, and not the most best quality. About a lot of gaps and inconsistencies, it is better to just keep silent.
The center console Lada 4x4 2018 is represented by only a few buttons, deflectors and a radio. No multimedia, only Spartan equipment, which is outdated in the last century. Here you can control the air conditioning system, which is already new for Niva, headlights, and a stove.
The tunnel is highlighted by the gear knob, which has also not changed since old version, several buttons to select the driving mode and several holes for small items. One can only dream of armrests.
The photo clearly shows that in Lada Niva 2018 the steering wheel also remained the same. There is no multimedia on it, but it is possible to adjust it in height, as well as hydraulic reinforcement. On the dashboard look quite scary. "Antediluvian" square box, which fit the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge and oil temperature. No electronics, everything is exclusively arrow. Also no and on-board computer, so you will have to guess about the breakdowns yourself.
The chairs are made of fabric and stuffed with hard material, which is unlikely to sag under the weight of an average-sized person. There is no lateral support, as well as the ability to electronically adjust the position of the seats. It is likely that back row will not allow to comfortably accommodate three passengers, because most of the space there will be occupied by a tunnel.
The luggage compartment looks quite spacious from the outside, which is good news. It will be possible to fold the second row to further free up space under necessary inventory for travel and other purposes. Volumes have not yet been announced.
Specifications
From options equipment, most of all similar to the authentic ones: the old 1.7-liter in-line four, with sixteen valves, which was installed on the previous version of the Niva. However, in the course of careful refinement, the power of the unit should increase by 20-30 horsepower. Detailed specifications are not specified. It is also possible to install a motor from Frets X-Ray, which is more likely. 1.8 is used there, with a peak power of 122 horsepower.
The car will be equipped exclusively manual box gears in five modes and an all-wheel drive system. Unfortunately, there will be no self-blocks here, which is very lacking in the old Niva.
A thorough redesign of the undercarriage is planned to ensure greater reliability, the stability of the machine both on the road and off-road. The brakes will also be replaced with more modern ones.
Options and prices
You should not expect a special variety in trim levels. So far, it is not at all clear what to expect even in the database. Most likely, they will add the most simple system safety, represented by several pillows and belts, some stability systems, an anti-lock system and, perhaps, everything. The price of such a configuration will be only 450 thousand. It is not known what they will be able to add for an additional cost and whether there will be such an opportunity at all.
Release date in Russia
The start of sales in Russia is scheduled for 2018, there is still no more specific information. It remains to wait for the official show of the car, where many secrets will become clear, and is it really the series will go a car with a beautiful appearance and poor design. A test drive will be available immediately after the release of the model from the conveyors.
Competitors
It is difficult to find something for a similar price in our country. Most likely, the machine will compete with. If you need a simple city car, with a pleasant interior and great functionality, and you are not going to leave the paved road, then feel free to look towards the brainchild of a French company. Yes, you will have to pay 200 thousand more for the base, but they will obviously be worth it.
But, if all you need from a car is patency and reliability, then better than Niva no option. And now it will also be possible to choose a design: either old, square, or modern, stylish and aggressive. In all other respects, the cars will not have practically anything different, apart from a slightly redone chassis, but this will not greatly affect off-road capability.
Quite recently, AvtoVAZ again began work, as a result of which we will soon be presented new Niva 2018. Apparently the history of the VAZ-2121 ends and begins new era updated model, which will be created on a new platform with a transverse engine.
Back in January of that year, the company announced that it was choosing new platform for new version Niva, and as an option, a transverse arrangement of the power unit with a capacity of up to 200 horsepower is considered. As for the platform, it will most likely be Global Access, which is found on models such as the Duster, and the subframe and engine shield will also be redesigned.
As for the Niva 4x4 engine of 2018, it is supposed to install a power unit from Nissan HR16 with a volume of 1.6 liters on a variator and a manual transmission with all-wheel drive, where to connect rear wheels Duster clutch will be used.
Most likely, this crossover will be produced in two versions, for the city and off-road. The second will have improved geometric cross-country ability, and engineers are developing an improved all-wheel drive system specifically for this model. It is possible that the TL8 will be taken as the basis for the manual transmission, from the same Duster and supplement it downshift and permanent all-wheel drive.
Exterior
The appearance of the new model will surprise fans very much previous versions, it was changed:
- Bumper. It was changed in the first place, it stopped sticking out, and began to merge with the whole body
- lighting engineering
- moldings
- overlays
- radiator grille
Another important detail in the car are rear-view mirrors and windshield wipers, they have also been greatly modified and improved.
A modern protective layer of paint and varnish will be applied to the surface of the car, which will help protect the car from corrosion for a long time.
Dimensions
The dimensions will become slightly larger and will have the following dimensions:
Interior
There are four seats inside, the first row will be heated. center console and improved soundproofing. The mirrors were also improved, and an air conditioner was installed to maintain the optimal microclimate. According to the developers multimedia system It will be simple, but with a set of all necessary features.
We can conclude that Niva 4x4 new model will have a classic interior with minor modifications, but given that the car is designed for off-road driving where the main requirement is conductivity, then luxury is not needed here at all.
Price
As regards prices for new crossover they are unknown, and most likely they will be announced immediately before the release, but according to preliminary data, the price will remain the same and will start from 400 thousand rubles.
Chevrolet Niva
Another update is waiting for the Chevrolet Niva 2018 car, the new body of which will be greatly improved compared to the previous version.
The main changes have occurred with the appearance and improved cross-country ability. The SUV has become more brutal in the cabin, more space has appeared, and its technical indicators improved.
Though appearance became more aggressive and the roof rack looks massive, the body has retained almost all dimensions previous model, and a slight increase was due to plastic overlays. Foglights and headlights have become narrower, and in order to protect them, steel linings were installed, the radiator received a powerful metal lining and the bottom was protected by a large sheet of metal.
Niva Chevrolet interior
Installed inside the cabin dashboard with extended functionality, on which a special console is located, for reproducing on-board computer data. Above the panel are glossy black overlays, and the backlight is made in turquoise tones.
Armchairs received excellent lateral support, this will help long trips make more comfortable. Passenger sofas have also become more comfortable, high-quality materials were used to create them.
The regular version is equipped with only head unit, and front airbags, but in more expensive versions will install a navigation system, air conditioning and electric rear mirrors.
Engine
New Chevrolet Niva will receive four-cylinder engine with a volume of 1.8 liters and a capacity of 122 horsepower. The front suspension will be double wishbone. The drive will become complete with a manual transmission, possibly with electronic lock differential.
According to preliminary data, the price will not exceed one million rubles.
AvtoVAZ upgraded the Lada 4 × 4 SUV (Niva). The car received a modified suspension.
The new Lada 4×4 will be equipped with wheel bearing, not requiring additional adjustment. The introduction of a new bearing required changes knuckle. Also, the car received gas-filled shock absorbers and independent mounting of the front axle gearbox.
The changes made reduced the level of vibrations and reduced the likelihood of "yaw" when braking.
The model is offered in 3-door (21214) or 5-door (21310) version. In addition, a "city" version and a new modification of the 4×4 Bronto are available.
Updated Lada 4 × 4 2019 received new combination appliances, the design of which is based on the contrast of black and orange.
Recall that dimensions models are: length - 3740 mm (3-door version) or 4240 mm (5-door version), width - 1860 mm, height - 1640 mm. The wheelbase is 2200 mm (3-door version) or 2200 mm (5-door version).
Specifications
The SUV is aggregated with a non-alternative 83-horsepower (129 Nm) gasoline engine working volume of 1.7 liters. The engine is paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox.
From 0 to 100 km / h, the car accelerates in 17 seconds, and maximum speed is equal to 142 km/h. Fuel consumption in urban mode is 12.1 liters per 100 kilometers, and on the highway - 8.3 liters per 100 kilometers.
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Options and prices
Prices for the 3-door Lada 4 × 4 21214 (Niva) 2019 will vary from 518,900 rubles for the Classic version to 574,900 rubles for the luxury version. Black Edition". A modification with 5 doors is offered in the Classic package for 557,900 rubles. "Urban" version of LADA 4×4 Urban 3dv. available in the "Lux" version for 581,900 rubles, and in the five-door version - 620,900 rubles.
IN basic equipment off-road vehicle includes daytime running lights, fabric upholstery interior, athermal glass, ISOFIX child seat mounts, power steering, full-size spare wheel and 16-inch forged wheels.
Complete set "Lux" is added anti-lock braking system booster brakes emergency braking(ABS+BAS), dynamic vibration damper, heated front seats.
photo 4×4 Bronto
Sales started in Russia in November 2017 new modification Lada 4×4 Bronto. The car received luggage roof rails, reinforced sound insulation, full-time audio complex, power steering. The equipment of this version includes: air conditioning, heated front seats, electric drive and electric heating of exterior mirrors, roof rails or forwarding trunk, original coloring "camouflage" (7 variants). The cost of the new Lada 4 × 4 Bronto 2019 starts from 722,900 rubles.
At the beginning of April 2018, Lada 4 × 4 appeared on sale in camouflage. The price of such cars is 534,900 rubles, in the version with air conditioning - 556,900 rubles.
For the five-door LADA 4x4 2019 appeared new equipment Black Edition (598,900 rubles). This version is based on the maximum level of equipment, which includes such comfort elements as air conditioning, exterior mirrors with electric and electric heating, as well as improved vibration isolation (additional damping pads are glued on the bulkhead, outer door panels, on the floor and sidewalls). The body of the car in the Black Edition version is painted with black Panther enamel, alloy wheels are also black. Similar 16-inch wheels are installed on LADA 4x4 in the "Camouflage" version (from 613,900 rubles).
Stylish wheel rims are one of the most important design components. LADA 4x4 Urban is offered with two-color wheels "Grizzly", where the black background is combined with the silvery polished surface of the spokes. LADA price 4x4 Urban starts from 581,900 rubles.
In order to increase comfort, LADA 4x4 2019 cars in Luxe equipment received electric adjustment and heated exterior mirrors - previously this option was available only on LADA 4x4 Urban. Also in the Luxe package there were silver alloy wheels updated design. The new Lada 4x4 2019 in the Luxe version is offered from 522,900 rubles.
Start of sales of a new model car Lada 4×4 was announced at the beginning of 2018. AvtoVAZ spoke about the project to modernize the SUV back in 2016, and the work is already at the final stage.
Togliatti auto industry is preparing for serial production updated version Lada 4×4, the working title of which is LADA 4×4 NG (New Generation). As a basis, it was decided to take the base of the popular in Russia Renault car Duster.
In addition to the base Renault platforms, which will still be slightly changed in order to provide the parameters required by SUV-category cars, including cross-country ability, no worse than in the existing Niva. The platform has undergone minor changes in terms of the front subframe and engine shield, which, according to AvtoVAZ engineers, will retain the characteristics of a vehicle with high cross-country ability.
"Lada 4x4" 2018 will be released in two variations - off-road and urban. The new product features improvements such as geometric passability, the latest drive system, designed by AvtoVAZ, will be installed. Based on the TL8 6-speed manual transmission (as in Renault Duster), plus four-wheel drive and downshift.
Lada 4x4 2018 technical specifications
The main change is the equipment of the novelty with a 16-valve gasoline engine for a volume of 1.7 liters. As a result, the power will partly increase by several "horses". From unofficial sources it became known that power unit borrowed from LADA Priora, and will work in tandem with mechanical box gears. Such engine changes will make the Lada Niva 4×4 more dynamic and reduce fuel consumption.
hinged main angular velocities crosses will be replaced in driveline which will make the car more stable and quieter. The designers also claim that the new car model will be released with an improved front suspension, a new electric lock drive center differential modified braking system.
Lada 4x4 2018 appearance and interior of new items
Through the efforts of engineers, the car has become more spacious. Two versions are ready for release: three-door (wheelbase 230 cm) and five-door (wheelbase 245 cm). The spare is located under the bottom. The company's agents confirmed the information about the change in the appearance of the bumpers and the installation of decorative overhead convex strips - moldings, and according to information available from an unofficial source, alloy wheels, windshield wipers and updated rear-view mirrors will be installed on the Lada 4x4.
Advanced body painting technologies will improve anti-corrosion characteristics several times. The Lada body itself is planned to be coated with a cataphoretic primer, and the welds will be treated with high-quality mastic.
Regarding the interior, there is not too much information: sound insulation has been improved, it is planned to equip the novelty with airbags, air conditioning, heated seats and a standard audio system.
Lada 4x4 2018 start of sales and estimated cost
The company announced the start of sales in the winter-spring of this year.
The first cars will be released in a simplified configuration, innovations will be introduced gradually so that the production process is continuous.
Currently Lada is very popular car among Russians. Despite its simplicity, this best SUV in its segment with a fairly affordable price.
The cost of a five-door car fluctuates in the range of 500-640 thousand rubles of the Russian Federation, depending on the configuration. And the price of a three-door Lada 4x4 varies between 470-580 thousand rubles.
