Localization in the automotive sector hinges on the specific model and the use of certain components, according to Maxim Sokolov, the head of AvtoVAZ. He explained that the degree of localization can vary significantly depending on whether domestic parts and assemblies are used or if foreign-made components enter the supply chain. When more foreign-produced elements are involved, the share of local content tends to decrease, affecting overall localization measurements across the lineup.
At present, the Lada Vesta NG shows a localization level starting around 4.5 thousand points. As planned production shifts toward automatic transmission variants next year, the additional localization for those models is expected to shift downward slightly. The very nature of automatic transmissions tends to consolidate some of the localization points. Nevertheless, across the entire model range, it is possible to report that current figures fall between 4.5 thousand and roughly 5 thousand points, with exact values varying by the particular modification of the car being considered, as stated by Maxim Sokolov.
It is anticipated that continuously variable transmissions (CVTs) will appear on the vehicles. The plan includes first introducing CVT-equipped Vesta models, starting with a version that uses a 1.8-liter engine. Specifics about the power output of this engine have not been released publicly at this stage, but the launch is expected to influence both performance characteristics and localization calculations as development progresses.
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The current discussion around localization reflects ongoing efforts by the company to balance domestic production with strategic imports, aiming to preserve supply chain resilience while meeting market expectations for reliability and efficiency. Analysts continue to monitor how future engine choices and transmission technologies will impact the localization profile of the Lada Vesta NG family.