AvtoVAZ has begun preparations for the production of the Lada Iskra, signaling a new chapter for the Russian carmaker. The company is already testing and painting plastic components designated for the upcoming model, according to the public page of Avtograd News on the VKontakte social network. This early phase suggests that Iskra is moving from concept to parts fabrication in earnest as the project advances toward full-scale manufacture.
Within VAZ’s plastic products division, trials are underway to assess how painted plastic parts will perform in real-world conditions. The announcement notes that mass production of Iskra is anticipated to begin in early 2025, marking a deliberate cadence for the program as the manufacturer aligns its supply chain and assembly line readiness with the new model’s schedule.
Iskra has already taken a notable step in field testing: a prototype was observed on public road tests in Tolyatti during the summer of 2023. In statements from AvtoVAZ’s leadership, it was indicated that commercial production was planned to start around the end of 2024, with sales expected to commence in the first quarter of 2025. The rollout was described as occurring alongside Granta, with the expectation that Granta’s production would taper off in the 2026–2027 timeframe as Iskra takes on a larger share of the lineup.
The Iskra project is slated to offer three body configurations: a sedan, a hatchback, and a cross-hatchback. This multi-variant approach means the model will not be offered in a station wagon format, aligning with the design and market positioning intended for the new release.
Industry observers have noted the strategic shift at AvtoVAZ as the company navigates a transitioning market landscape, balancing new model introductions with the gradual phasing of established nameplates. The Iskra program illustrates how the manufacturer is leveraging its existing platform capabilities to bring a fresh option to customers while maintaining continuity in its broader product family.
The information surrounding Iskra’s development highlights the company’s emphasis on practical engineering decisions, such as the selection of body styles and the sequencing of production milestones. While specifics may evolve as testing and supplier alignment continue, the overall trajectory suggests a concerted effort to reintroduce a contemporary model under the Lada banner within the North American and Canadian markets as part of ongoing international interest in AvtoVAZ offerings (source attribution: AvtoVAZ communications, public posts).