In the 2023 agenda, the Nissan factory is set to resume operations under new ownership by AVTOVAZ, accompanied by a stable program for producing station wagons and Largus vans. An experimental run of e-Largus electric vehicles is planned in Izhevsk, and the ABS braking system will be reintroduced to the Lada lineup, enhancing safety across models.
2024
The year is expected to witness the debut of a new B-segment generation. While specifics are not confirmed, insiders speculate a vehicle built on the Renault-Nissan CMF-B-LS platform may have been in development before Renault departed from AvtoVAZ. Existing models in the lineup are anticipated to receive ESP stability control as a standard feature once again. There are discussions about revisiting powertrain options for the Vesta and Granta, potentially including a hybrid-like program and a variator-equipped transmission in certain trims.
2025
Plans call for a crossover based on the Lada Vesta, with production targets reaching around 10,000 vehicles at the Nissan facility in St. Petersburg. There is a strong likelihood that these will be Chinese-designed models rebadged under the Lada name, reflecting a broader strategy to expand the brand’s regional reach while leveraging the capabilities of the St. Petersburg plant.
Acknowledged sources: AVTOVAZ-related communications and industry observers. The information reflects a synthesis of public statements and behind-the-scenes briefings reported in automotive circles.
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