Over the many years of production, the domestic Niva SUV has gained many fans, and not only among Russians. A pleasant news for all fans was the message of the heads of the joint venture GM-AvtoVAZ about the start of production of a new generation of SUVs Niva-Chevrolet-2015.
The origin of the Niva model
The distant April of 1977 gave rise to serial production of the VAZ-2121 Niva. For five years, the new VAZ car was developed by the engineers of the plant and became a completely original model.
A year after the start of production, Niva began to enjoy popularity, and not only in the domestic market. In those days, there were no similar models either abroad or in the USSR. The volume of foreign sales exceeded sales in the domestic market. Until 1986, Niva held the lead in all markets and was the best-selling model in the world.
Time passed, and the model developed, undergoing various design changes and improvements. During the release, several modifications of the SUV were developed, which were distinguished by a complete set, interior equipment, body design, power units.
The first steps of the Chevrolet
The main changes in the model affected the body, which completely became different, which affected the comfort and perception of the model. The VAZ-2121 model acquired design changes in 2001, when the GM-AvtoVAZ joint venture company was established. The new model of the Chevrolet VAZ-2123 SUV left the assembly line in 2002. Significant structural changes were made to the Chevrolet Niva, although many components and assemblies remained from the previous model.
The next stage of formation
The long-awaited event for off-road enthusiasts will be the release of the 2015 Niva 4x4 model. The car will significantly change, change the design and interior, which will create competition for world analogues. The dimensions of the Chevrolet will remain unchanged, and the high cross-country ability of the SUV will remain.
Plant chief designer Steve Mattin wants to replace the rational design of VAZ's SUVs, so he plans to create a recognizable car with smooth lines and streamlined shapes so that the new model gives more emotions.
The design of the new SUV "Niva" -2015 is being developed by Italian designers of Blue Engineering & Design. They report that expression, personality and dynamism will be maximally realized in the car. While it remains a mystery, detailed information about the design of the new Niva-2015 model. As they say, wait and see.
Specifications
PSA Peugeot Citroen EC 8 power units with a volume of 1.8 liters with a torque of 170 Nm, developing a capacity of 135 liters will be installed on the first Niva-2015 models. from. The engine will be produced at GM-AvtoVAZ plants and installed on new cars under a license agreement with Peugeot Citroen Automobiles. The EU 8 engine is well established; it has been installed on some Peugeot and Citroen models for a long time.
The new generation of Chevrolet Niva will have permanent four-wheel drive and a new manual transmission. The modified suspension will increase the comfort and reliability of the SUV.
Prospects for picking
In order for the SUV to be able to compete with other brands with dignity, the developers of Niva plan to expand the options for picking gasoline engines. The company is skeptical about the use of diesel engines, as there are many regions where such fuel is of poor quality.
To expand the number of consumers at the GM-AvtoVAZ joint venture, it is also planned to launch the front-wheel drive modification Niva -2015, it is possible that such models will have an automatic transmission.
The amended Chevrolet Niva will increase in value, but the company's management is encouraged that the sale price may vary depending on the market. Chevrolet Niva -2014 with a minimum configuration costs 439,000 rubles, add 10-15% - and we get the cost of the new Niva -2015 model, a photo of the possible appearance of which has already been posted in this article.
Falls and ups
The developers took into account the problems of the previous model, when during an off-road test test the SUV did not live up to its purpose and got stuck. This gave rise to a change in suspension, as a result, the vibration on the car decreased, which reduced noise. SUV "Niva" -2015 acquired new oil seals, seats, as well as an automatic locking brake system.
The new "Niva" is equipped with various electronic systems, for example, the seats received heating and electric adjustment. With standard equipment, 16 ”wheels will be installed on the vehicle. Among other things, the interior will acquire a new three-spoke steering wheel.
Model Promotion
Around the new version of Chevrolet Niva, strong competition is already unfolding, which does not frighten the leaders and employees of the manufacturer's company. The project team of the enterprise is confident that the new design of the Niva has seriously changed and at the same time retained its high cross-country performance. This is what will allow the car to gain a leading position among SUVs.