AvtoVAZ is weighing the expansion of Lada Granta trim levels by introducing a budget variant that omits airbags, according to a report from Automobile News of the Day, citing the factory’s press service.
The press service emphasized that these cars meet current Russian regulations and safety standards, and that, based on sales from the previous year, there is strong demand among buyers. The message did not specify when a no-airbag version of the Lada Granta might reach the market. In 2022, a limited run of such cars appeared in Russia amid component supply disruptions, illustrating how the market adapted to shortages.
A report on Avtograd News’ public VKontakte page claimed that AvtoVAZ restarted production of the Lada Granta without airbags, though AvtoVAZ did not officially confirm the information. (citation: AvtoVAZ press service)
Earlier, Russia saw a price drop on Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Max crossovers, a point noted in the broader market context surrounding Lada Granta developments. (citation: industry reports)