In Moscow, AvtoVAZ dealership networks faced a noticeable shortage of Lada cars during April 2023. Reports from industry news indicate that several popular models became more difficult to obtain, which caught the attention of both buyers and dealership managers. The situation underscores a broader pattern of supply constraints that affect the availability of core Lada lines in the metropolitan market.
At one of the large city dealers, a manager described a limited batch of Niva Travel SUVs in the base configuration, with no clear timetable for the arrival of new stock. This staged supply creates uncertainty for customers who had planned to purchase without delays, and it highlights the challenges dealers face in predicting replenishment cycles for popular crossover models that have historically drawn steady interest from families and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
The scarcity extended to the classic Lada Niva Legend variants. A nearby dealership initially did not have any units in the basic Classic configuration, while a second showroom offered the same model at a price higher than the recommended level, around 830,900 rubles instead of 821,900 rubles. These pricing and availability discrepancies reflect how regional inventories can diverge even within a single brand’s network, influenced by supplier allocations and market pressures.
Among four dealers surveyed, only one was able to locate a Lada Vesta, while the other three reported no immediate stock. Lada Lagus and Lada Granta were available in some locations, but their current prices did not align with the figures cited earlier, suggesting variability in regional pricing and limited certainty for buyers aiming to lock in a specific deal. This patchy supply picture illustrates how the brand’s lineup can feel uneven depending on the dealership and the moment of inquiry.
In related automotive news, the Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant has been preparing to release a special version of the UAZ Loaf minibus, branded Riviera. The prototype of this model was presented during a high-level visit to the Ulyanovsk region, signaling ongoing development activity in the broader Russian light-vehicle segment. The Riviera variant represents a strategic move to diversify the UAZ lineup and appeal to commercial and leisure users who seek unique configurations in a crowded market, even as other brands navigate their own supply dynamics.