International car company GM- AvtoVAZ the beginning of work on the creation of a new welding workshop, which will produce second-generation SUVs, namely, their bodies will be cooked. Information about this appeared on the Russian Automobile portal.

Thus, the resource reports that AvtoVAZ and GM abandoned the previously planned development option, which involved the creation of a new welding and stamping production in workshops on the territory of the Special Economic Zone in Togliatti. The decision turned out to be rather unexpected, almost 50% of all work on creating capacities, according to the publication, citing its own sources, has already been completed.

The new "road map" of development involves the placement of capacities on the premises of the former PPI workshop, which produced plastic products. For these purposes, they were rented.

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A contractor has already been selected to carry out the design work. As noted in the message, this contractor was selected from the cheapest offer. According to experts, the choice of GM-AvtoVAZ is rather strange, since a foreign company that is not directly related to it due to the lack of complete construction and technical documentation is unlikely to be able to offer the same quality of construction services. This, in turn, can affect the quality of the products produced. this case Chevrolet Niva II.

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Recall that Niva project, the concept car of which first appeared at the Moscow Motor Show 2014 and received further development in subsequent years, seriously attracted the attention of the automotive community. In the original version, it was a rather bold step, an almost foreign car in terms of quality, developed by domestic specialists. It was assumed that the SUV should become larger, more comfortable and more powerful. Under the hood was to be installed 1.8 liter four-cylinder 16 valve motor new series ES8 from the French automaker PSA with a capacity of 135 hp. and with 170 Nm of torque.

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Alas, in the crisis realities, the original project did not pass a number of standards, but simply it turned out to be too expensive due to the significant number of imported units. Therefore, we will not see the French engine under the hood of the Russian-American model yet, it will be replaced by a 1.8 liter VAZ engine.

No one thought that the car shown at MIAS-2014 would be a “difficult child” for GM-AVTOVAZ. It so happened that the release plans new Chevrolet Niva had to be revised. Here is what is known about the project, which, in spite of everything, continues to live.

The first information about the new Chevrolet Niva began to arrive in 2011. Then it became known that in order to design an SUV, GM-AVTOVAZ was going to create its own engineering center, based in Tolyatti - in the same place where the production of the current Generations Niva. The year 2014 was called as the approximate date for the launch of the new generation, and information about the platform of the new Niva also appeared.

Platform

about the new platform Chevrolet generations Niva

Jeffrey Glover, former head of GM-AVTOVAZ (July 2011):

“GM's engineering center will be located here, and this organization will be responsible for the platform ... I don't know of any platform that is one hundred percent new. But we certainly won't old platform! Let me give you an example: Opel Astra 3000 (such a car was produced by GM-AVTOVAZ - ed.) and Opel Astra Family, machines of two different generations.

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Can you say that they are no different? Yes, they are completely different - both in "stuffing" and in design. If you change from one car to another, you will immediately feel the difference. I want to have absolutely new car, but if you ask me if every nut in this car will be re-created - I will answer, unequivocally, no.

If we talk about the marketing aspect, then we conduct surveys among our customers about why they buy our car. And in the new model I want to keep strengths, which are in the previous one. But different important point, which we will pay attention to when developing a fresh version - this is why people do not buy our car, what they do not like - in order to exclude all negative aspects in the new model if possible. These are exactly the principles that we will follow when creating a new platform.”

In December 2013, when Gary Tilson was already president of GM-AVTOVAZ, the company published an image giving an idea of ​​which components in the second generation Niva will be new, which will be modernized, and which will remain the same. It follows from the figure that load-bearing body cars, engine, transmission, as well as bumpers and lighting will be completely new. It became finally clear that it was not about restyling the existing one, but about creating a fundamentally different model.

Engine

Then, at the end of 2013, it was announced that the main engine option for an SUV is a 135-horsepower engine developed by PSA Peugeot Citroёn. There was also clarifying information: under the hood of the new Niva, a 1.8-liter 135-horsepower EC8 engine was to be installed, which was installed on many models of the French concern, and in particular, it was also offered under the name XU for the Peugeot-406 sedan. Later it became known that the production of the engine was going to be organized by ZAO High Precision Parts Plant and Indian company AVTEC Ltd in the Samara region.

In the photo: the concept of the new Chevrolet Niva, declassified on the eve of MIAS-2014

Two and a half years have passed (Gary Tilson was briefly replaced by Jeffrey Glover again, and then), and the authors of the concept of the new Niva managed to present it at MIAS-2014, encounter difficulties in mastering the project, review the details and timing of its implementation ... And plans for French engine, fortunately or unfortunately, it was not destined to come true: in August 2016 it became known that AVTOVAZ would prepare a modification of its own for a long-time partner. This four-cylinder was originally gasoline engine with a phase shifter, having a power of 122 liters. with., designed for models Lada Xray and Vesta. It should be noted that negotiations on the matter began in July 2015.

Transmission

At an early stage - even before the presentation of the concept and the ensuing crisis of the project - it was supposed to keep the Niva permanent four-wheel drive and a manual gearbox, and later offer consumers a single-drive version. As transmission suppliers ( mechanical box gear and transfer case) were named manufacturers from India and Italy. The possibility of introducing a modification of the Niva with automatic transmission gears.

By now, however, many of the earlier considerations have most likely been discarded. Four-wheel drive and "mechanics", of course, remain a priority (as well as blocking center differential- this was announced at MIAS-2014), but the transmission supplier is likely to be different. Possibly paired with a new one VAZ engine VAZ-21179 on the new Niva will work a manual transmission VAZ-2124, the development of which for the project became known in August 2016.

Design

As you know, it took place as part of the International Moscow Motor Show on August 24, 2014, although the appearance of the car was. The author of the design was the Czech Ondrej Koromaz, an Australian citizen who previously worked in the structure General Motors style of the Holden brand, and later moved to work in the Shanghai headquarters of the corporation.

Exhibition copy (like the first running samples for testing) was prepared by the Italian design bureau Blue Engineering. The concept was equipped with "off-road" accessories - a snorkel, a trunk, additional lighting, BF Goodrich Mud-Terrain T / A 235/70 / R16 tires - however, it was clear that the proportions of the car remained close to the first generation Chevrolet Niva, although the car looked completely different. -new. Small overhangs were designed to provide serial car excellent geometric cross-country ability, but one of them - the rear one - is very limited in volume luggage compartment- in the same way as on the first generation shnivy. But the dimensions have grown - the length of the concept was 4,316 mm, which is 260 mm more than the current Chevrolet Niva.

At MIAS-2014, the start date for the production of the new Chevrolet Niva was called as follows: the end of 2015 - the beginning of 2016. Subsequently, the deadlines were repeatedly shifted, but the project still had chances for implementation. At the end of July 2016, the GM-AVTOVAZ sales and marketing director confirmed that it was shown in 2014.

Complete set

In terms of trim levels, only what was announced at MIAS-2014 is known so far: the SUV will receive a central lock, electric rear-view mirrors, a sensor outdoor temperature, multimedia system with the ability to connect external devices, a set of security systems, a compass and a device for measuring roll.

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Tests

Despite all the difficulties faced by GM-AVTOVAZ CJSC in 2015, the company has repeatedly stated that work on the project is ongoing. At one time, it was almost "frozen", but by mid-March 2015, the mules-aggregate carriers had already managed to complete the complex in Italy, Spain, Sweden winter tests in Kogalym.

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In June 2015, it became known that about 30 copies of the SUV had passed the entire test cycle planned by that time, including crash tests - just at that time one of the camouflaged samples. It was not possible to find out the details of these events, but according to the site, the results of the crash tests met the expectations of the developers, and no additional changes are planned to be made to the body structure. The entire set of tests was to be completed in early 2016. And at the end of 2015, spy shots of the interior also leaked to the network.

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Patent images of the new Chevrolet Niva

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Spy shots of the interior

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Spy shots of the interior

New production and project crisis

Now GM-AVTOVAZ has only assembly line and a paint shop, while the bodies, engines and chassis components are supplied from behind the fence of the neighboring "big brother" - AVTOVAZ. As part of the development of a fresh Chevrolet Niva, the Dzhiemovites planned that a new plant, which would allow GM-AVTOVAZ to have own production bodies (stamping and welding), and in addition, on the territory of the technopark adjacent to the plant, it would be possible to house a division for the manufacture of its own (read - "non-VAZ") chassis and engine components.

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Legendary domestic SUV"Niva" VAZ-2121 was recently put up for sale in Germany. The car was once in the service of the People's Police of the GDR. In what year the SUV was created is not reported, but it is located almost in perfect condition and at the same time differs in many ways from the usual SUVs of this line.

News and new models Niva 2018-2019

After the restyling, performed in 2009, the first generation Chevrolet Niva was produced for several more years. In 2014, GM-AvtoVAZ held a presentation Chevrolet SUV Niva of the second generation, which differs significantly from the old model. According to breaking news, Chevrolet Niva new generation, will go into serial launch in late 2017 - early 2018. The car received a new aggressive look, but at the same time remain best qualities SUV 4X4.

Features of Niva cars

Chevrolet Niva is an SUV that belongs to the class of compact SUVs. The machine has the following features:

• Increased permeability.
• Unpretentiousness.
• Reliability.

Thanks to this, she feels great on Russian roads. And the low cost and ease of maintenance allowed the compact all-wheel drive SUV become a people's favorite.

The history of the appearance of cars Niva

The creation of a new SUV to replace the VAZ 2121 began in the middle in the first half of the 80s. As a replacement for the previous SUV, the domestic concern introduced the new Niva 2123 in 1998.

In connection with the collapse of the USSR, AvtoVAZ had financial difficulties who were not allowed to establish mass production auto. Despite this, the assembly still continued from 1998 to 2002, however, in limited quantities. Since 2002, AvtoVAZ has been selling the rights and license for the production of the VAZ 2123 to the American concern General Motors.

Foreign engineers made many of their adjustments to the design of the SUV, as a result of which the new Niva Chevrolet was created. After minor modifications, the car will go to the mass conveyor in 2020.

From the end of 2006 to 2008, the concern produced more than one thousand compact SUVs. Cars received index 21236 and were equipped with Opel engine, 122 hp and a 5-speed Aisin manual gearbox. At the beginning of 2009, the mini-jeep was restyled, as a result of which it received an index of 212100.

Relatively recently, GM-AvtoVAZ ceased production of the 1st generation Niva Chevrolet. It will be replaced according to the latest news of 2017 by the 2nd generation Chevrolet Niva, which differs significantly from the previous model.

What can be learned from this section?

• Reviews and tests of new Niva models;
• Announcements technical innovations and changes in the configuration of Niva cars;
• Articles and publications about exhibitions and auto shows with the participation of these cars.

Niva Chevrolet 2nd generation latest news: what to expect from it?

The debut of GM's new compact SUV aroused real interest among many car enthusiasts. New model increased to 4316 mm, which is 300 mm more than its predecessor. The body has changed significantly and acquired brutal outlines, which are very relevant today. Also, the model has undergone the following changes:

1. Completely redesigned interior. Now it has become more stylish, comfortable and functional.
2. Significantly improved sound insulation.
3. As evidenced by very recent news, the Chevy Niva 2 was created on a fundamentally new off-road platform behind the rear and front independent suspension. As a result, comfort and cross-country performance have increased significantly.
4. Installed new engine 21179 - 1.8 liters, and 122 hp V basic configuration and EC8 - 1.8 liters, and 136 hp, extended.

Independent experts, making a review, argue that the implemented new Chevrolet Niva meet all the requirements of a modern user. It was also noted that all implemented innovations will allow the car to become the most demanded in the Russian market.

Representatives of the GM-AvtoVAZ concern, reporting the latest news about the second-generation Chevrolet Niva, also mention the price range of the new SUV. They will vary within 800 thousand rubles.

New Niva 4x4 2017 latest news about production delay

Previously mentioned in the news, the Chevrolet Niva will arrive in mass production in the second half of 2015. For production this car the construction of a workshop with a total area of ​​20 hectares began. The construction of this facility made it possible not to depend on supplies body parts and auto parts from abroad. As a result of this, the concert could produce 120 thousand cars annually.

However, in 2015, the latest news about the new generation Niva disappointed many motorists with the fact that production was being postponed. late deadline. The company has already postponed the launch date several times:

• At the beginning of 2017.
• For 2018.
• For 2019.

The reason for the constant increase in terms was the termination of the contract with the Avtozavodstroy company. The GM-AutoVAZ concern accused the developer of failing to fulfill its obligations. After that, General Motors froze the launch of the SUV indefinitely.

Additionally, the latest news about the Lada Niva 4x4 was made public. AvtoVA3 has created a competitive Niva NG model based on Reno Daster and plans to start production in 2017. Judging by the photos and news, the Niva NG will have characteristics similar to the second generation model from GM, and visually resemble the Range Rover. Additionally, the transverse engine layout will make the crossover more compact than its competitor from GMAutoVAZ.

As a result, the unfinished assembly shop, completed by 85%, and the latest news from Niva 3 forced General Motors to freeze their project until better times.

Niva 4x4 new model 2018 news about entering production

As stated in the latest news in 2017, the Niva 4x4 received support from the Russian government. GM-AvtoVAZ will receive a loan from Sberbank in the amount of 11 billion rubles, which is not enough to launch mass production.

Unfortunately, according to the latest news, the 2018 Chevrolet Niva will not please motorists who expected the appearance of a compact SUV. However, according to the press service of the GM-AvtoVAZ auto concern, the long-awaited SUV-crossover is guaranteed to go on sale in early 2019.

To date, the car has been fully modified and tested. Compact SUV-SUV demonstrated excellent performance that will make him feel comfortable domestic roads. The preliminary cost of the car also pleases many motorists. However, the problems that GM-AutoVAZ had had caused a delay in the release of the car. That is why the fans Niva Chevrolet be patient until 2019.
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For several years now, GM-AVTOVAZ has been working on a project for a new, improved Chevrolet Niva-2 off-road vehicle. Development work was stopped more than once, but then resumed again. The start of sales of the car has been repeatedly postponed. He was expected at the beginning of this year, but in February it became known that the project was suspended. Many are wondering: will the world see a new Niva?

For more than 15 years, our AvtoVAZ has been successfully cooperating with the American corporation General Motors. joint venture bears the name ZAO GM-AVTOVAZ. It is located in the city of Tolyatti, Samara region. Niva Chevrolet cars have been on the market since 2002.

The first version of the car of this brand has established itself as a comfortable and compact SUV. Currently, the production of cars is 95,000 models per year. Chevrolet Niva is an example of a unique product in terms of price-quality ratio. It is a success with buyers and from year to year maintains its position in this market segment.

Chevrolet Niva-2 was supposed to be an ideal continuation of the development of off-road vehicles. In 2013, GM-AVTOVAZ began expanding production: new plant buildings, a logistics center and a production laboratory were erected in Togliatti.

The concept version of the new SUV was shown in 2014. The presentation took place in one of the car dealerships in Moscow. The Chevrolet Niva prototype evoked positive feedback from visitors. Fans and car enthusiasts were looking forward to the release and sales of the car. And it's completely justified!

The developers have made the new "Niva" more massive, but at the same time stylish and modern. It is a wonderful symbiosis of traditional qualities, for which we all love this car so much, and new opportunities for those who love comfort and thoughtfulness of every detail.

The body has changed. Engineers worked on it for a very long time. One of those who developed the concept was Ondreya Koromaz, an ex-employee of General Motors. The SUV has spare wheel on the roof, a row of four spotlights, a winch on front bumper, snorkel and, importantly, an overhang for greater cross-country ability.

At dashboard functionality will expand in the cabin. She has a console that will display data from the on-board computer. On it are also the keys for controlling the air conditioner and the stove.

Increased comfort awaits not only the driver, but also all passengers in the cabin. A cozy atmosphere will be created by turquoise LED lights. Sofas for second-row passengers will also become more comfortable. Finishing structural elements The interior of the car is made of expensive materials, including fabric, wood, and even leather. Steering wheel made of durable plastic, it does not provide extra keys for controllability. The rear row of seats is equipped with handles, you can instantly fold the seats to increase the volume of the trunk.

« Niva » in a new body is called a medium-sized SUV. Thanks to the system all-wheel drive and a compact wheelbase greatly increased cross-country ability.

The dimensions of the car are:

• Width 177.0 cm.
• Height 165.2 cm.
• Wheelbase 245.0 cm.

Ground clearance has increased to 20 cm, and the weight of the car as a whole has decreased to 1410 kg.

Thanks to the introduction of steel and aluminum trim, it was possible to reduce the curb weight of the car. Again, a plus for patency.

Trunk capacity - 320 liters. Concerning power units, then there is only one Gas engine volume of 1.7 liters. The force will then be 80 Horse power. Gearbox - 5 steps.

It was expected that the price of the car will not exceed 1 million rubles. The final price would depend on the configuration. According to the creators, there are only five of them.

Obviously, this project would be a success in the market. But, unfortunately, at the development stage has undergone many difficulties. The plans were to start production of cars at the beginning of 2017, but in 2015 construction and design were suspended. The main reason for the delay in the release of Chevrolet Niva 2 was the crisis in the market. GM-AVTOVAZ was looking for funding for the release of new items, and last year the Russian government considered the option of providing 10 billion rubles for this project. The government of the Samara region also wanted to save the situation.

In addition, it became known that last year the documents for the car published in the Rospatent database expired. At the same time, the American-Russian company extended the patent for the current generation of Shnivy.

There was no official confirmation of the closure of the Chevrolet Niva 2 project from GM-AvtoVAZ, as well as no official details regarding its development to serial version. Let's hope that the SUV will still be put into production!

During its short history, this compact SUV has gained immense popularity, as it practically does not break down and copes well with off-road. Chevrolet Niva 2019 was first shown back in 2014, but has not yet entered the series. Restyling specifically walked on appearance car, making it more brutal and evil. The interior has also been slightly redesigned to provide more comfortable conditions for travel. And, of course, not without changes in characteristics.

Still, the car will be a compact SUV. The new model has exactly the same dimensions as the previous generation. The muzzle began to be located a little higher, and its hood crowns it, which stands out with a slight relief. The bumper has changed a lot - the radiator grille has grown and taken the form of a trapezoid, and an additional cutout has appeared - a little higher. On the sides of the air intake flaunts a new rectangular optics, unfortunately filled only with halogen lights.

The body kit was complemented by massive recesses in the side parts, inside of which are placed huge fog lights. The bumper ends with a bulky protection consisting of metal and plastic.

The profile of the car is now decorated with a small relief. New body here it boasts a bunch of decorative stripes, protruding or recessed into the body. The changes affected almost all elements - from small things, such as door handles, to the shape of the windows. Like many off-road vehicles, there is a reinforced perimeter to prevent damage from rocks and branches.

In the photo you can also see a seriously modified rear bumper. It consists of massive glass, which climbs a little on the sides, a spare tire, rectangular vertical optics, as well as a bulky footrest, into which protective elements and towing eyes are built.

Salon

Inside the car has not changed as much as outside, but some interesting changes are still present. New Chevrolet Niva 2019 model year still finished with plastic and cloth. The skin is only artificial. Among the equipment, the main part is off-road options. There is comfort here, but minimal.

The center console does not even require the installation of a multimedia display. But the upper part is decorated with several round sensors that display various off-road indicators, such as tire pressure and others. On the console, there is only an audio system and heater settings with air conditioning.

The tunnel does not imply comfort at all, except for cup holders and other openings for things. Also located here: shift knob, parking brake, various buttons for suspension and drive settings and some interior adjustments.

The steering wheel is still simple to madness. There is no functionality on it, but its appearance is quite pleasant, and nothing to the touch. Finishing it is done faux leather. The instrument panel has also changed a lot. Now it is a large speedometer in the very center, a tachometer a little to the side and on-board computer on the other side.

The chairs are also uncomfortable. These are ordinary seats that are upholstered only with fabric and filled with hard material, from which everything starts to melt into long trips. No options are provided, except for seat belts and mechanical seat adjustments. The second row is represented by a three-seater sofa, on which adults can hardly fit. There are also no amenities.

Specifications

Initially, Chevrolet Niva 2019 was planned to be equipped with a new 1.8-liter unit, which would be able to show a power of 136 forces and a moment of 172 Nm. However, due to the crisis in the country, it was decided to abandon its development. Related to this is the postponement of the launch of the car for sale. Now the car will also be equipped with a 1.8-liter engine, but only with 122 horsepower. This installation and its characteristics in our country are familiar to many, since it is the basis for modern AvtoVAZ vehicles. As for the gearbox, a five-speed manual is put here, but a robot will also be offered a little later. Drive, of course, full. Among the off-road options there is always a differential lock located between the axles. Optionally, you can get locks in the bridges themselves, as well as a downshift. A test drive showed that all this has a great effect on patency.

Options and prices

The standard configuration of the Chevrolet Niva 2019 will include: a cigarette lighter, electric front windows, fabric interior, mechanical adjustments seats, a folding backrest of the second row, an audio system, an on-board computer of the simplest kind, mirror adjustments, a heater, as well as off-road gadgets. The price of this set of functions was supposed to be 600 thousand rubles, however, given the depreciation, it may well be all 700 or even 800 thousand.

The most charged equipment will cost about a million. It is complemented by other off-road options, such as additional differential locks, a reduction gear, an air conditioning system, fog lights, snorkel, improved music and multimedia, heated mirrors, a full set of power windows and other features.

Release date in Russia

According to the plan, the start of sales in Russia will begin closer to the fall of 2018. After that, the car will begin to be delivered abroad.

Competitors

There are not so many cars specially prepared for conquering off-road. However, more and more more manufacturers trying to conquer this niche, as it becomes very popular. Among SUVs stand out, and.