The Moskvich automobile plant is exploring the potential for hybrid vehicles with a longer driving range, according to a report from TASS citing Moskvich’s production director Oleg Maslyakov. The company is actively assessing hybrid technology options as it plans future growth.
Maslyakov noted that hybrid approaches are being examined with careful attention. He pointed to conversations with Chinese partners and observed that while the electric vehicle (EV) trend appears to be softening in some markets, engineers are increasingly turning toward hybrids as a practical pathway. This sentiment was voiced at the Russian Industrialists forum, where the Moskvich team outlined a strategic shift toward hybrid powertrains to broaden usable range and real-world driving experience. — Source: TASS via the Russian Industrialists forum
In its recent presentation, Moskvich disclosed plans to launch a new model designated by the M2 symbol and to introduce a hybrid M5 vehicle by 2027. The company also signaled intentions to refresh existing models, signaling a broader product modernization program designed to keep pace with evolving consumer expectations and regulatory landscapes. — Source: TASS via the Russian Industrialists forum
Maslyakov emphasized that the focus is on hybrids capable of extended range, with a target of reaching up to two thousand kilometres on a single charge in scenarios where fuel energy is supplemented by a hybrid system. The objective is to deliver sustained operation across long-distance routes while preserving efficiency and performance standards. — Source: TASS via the Russian Industrialists forum
At present, the Moskvich production line includes the Moskvich 3 gasoline crossovers, the Moskvich 6 liftbacks, and the Moskvich 3e electric crossover. These models reflect the current mix of traditional internal combustion and electric offerings, setting a foundation for the planned hybrid expansions. — Source: TASS via the Russian Industrialists forum
The company’s history features involvement with an established compact crossover lineage that has undergone various branding and collaboration phases. The reference to the Dacia Duster in third generation form highlights the broader regional context in which Moskvich operates, illustrating how the evolving European and Asian partnerships influence product strategy and technology adoption. — Source: TASS via the Russian Industrialists forum