Editorial Quto examined the Moskvich and identified six issues that car owners have repeatedly noted. In plain terms, buyers point to dim headlights as a major drawback. The Standard configuration of the crossover comes with halogen lamps that give very little light, which makes night driving uneasy. Another complaint concerns the absence of sound insulation, and even owners who add additional insulation report only mediocre results.
The third drawback is the lack of heating. At the start of sales, Moskvich 3 crossovers were offered only in the Standard version and did not include seat heating. Dealers had to install electric mats under the floor themselves. When the Comfort version appeared, heated seats became available. Additionally, owners point to ergonomic shortcomings. The steering column only allows tilt adjustment, and the touch buttons are very small, making controls less convenient for some drivers.
A further point raised by new Moskvich users is the perceived need for zero maintenance after three months, with maintenance costs estimated around six thousand rubles and potentially up to ten thousand rubles. The sixth drawback concerns the design, specifically limited rear visibility through the rear window and the tendency for low beams to accumulate dirt quickly.
Earlier reports noted that the Chinese company SWM discussed equipping the G01 and G01F mid-size crossovers, produced at the Avtotor plant in Kaliningrad. The front end design and features were described as targeting a price range from two to three million rubles. This context has been cited by various automotive outlets as part of the broader market conversation about new models and regional production, with observers highlighting cost considerations for Russian buyers and potential implications for local service networks. Source attributions reflect journalistic summaries from industry coverage and company statements as reported by Editorial Quto.