AvtoVAZ is advancing plans to manufacture the Lada Largus in both gasoline and electric variants at its Izhevsk facility, targeting a production volume around 30,000 units for 2024. This outlook comes from statements reported by a major news agency, with the company president outlining the broad ambition and the framework under which the program will operate. The emphasis is on maintaining a balanced mix of internal combustion engine models and electric configurations to align with evolving market demand and policy direction.
The exact production figure for cars powered by internal combustion engines is still under review by the company’s board of directors, with a decision anticipated before the year concludes. The current plan, however, envisions roughly 30,000 Largus units in total for the year, distributed across both propulsion types. This goal was reiterated by the president during a ceremony held at the Izhevsk plant, where the electric variant, branded as Lada e-Largus, was publicly showcased as part of the ongoing rollout. (TASS, as cited by a leading business outlet)
Officials indicated that the scale of EV production in 2024 will be contingent on government support measures and any incentives that could influence domestic manufacturing and export prospects. The interplay between public policy, subsidies for electric vehicles, and strategic investments in local manufacturing will shape how many electric Largus cars enter the market this year. (Kommersant, via industry brief)
In a related development, reports note the early phase of the electric version’s testing and certification, with a preliminary batch of electric Largus cars introduced on the production line to validate performance metrics, safety standards, and regulatory compliance. This pilot run is designed to confirm the viability of the platform and to establish a robust quality assurance loop before expanding to full-scale production. The initiative marks a significant milestone for Izhevsk as the new EV variant demonstrates the plant’s capability to adapt to modern automotive requirements.
The broader plan envisions a multi-stage ramp of manufacturing capabilities at the Izhevsk site, with the modernized assembly line capable of delivering a steady output to meet the projected demand. A key expectation is that the combined output of electric and gasoline Largus models could reach a substantial share of the factory’s total throughput, reflecting a shift toward electrification alongside conventional powertrains. The strategic objective includes sustaining vehicle quality while gradually increasing automation and efficiency to achieve a productive cadence that supports both domestic sales and potential export opportunities. (Industry briefing, attributed)
Earlier statements from regional leadership have underscored the importance of restarting and scaling operations to support local employment and supplier networks, emphasizing that production plans for the Largus family are integrated with broader regional industrial objectives. This approach aligns with the manufacturer’s long-term vision for a diversified product lineup that leverages existing platforms while embracing electric mobility as a core growth pillar. The overall emphasis remains on careful, policy-aligned expansion rather than rapid, uncontrolled output increases. (Regional development notes, attributed)