The new Lada Niva in renders: A classic reinvented for the modern era

The legendary and mythical Lada Niva, known for its endurance, reliability and off-road qualities, is about to receive a profound transformation to adapt to the new times. The Russian firm AvtoVAZ (Lada), In collaboration with Renault, is already working on a redesign that will maintain the essence of the original model, but with a more modern and functional approach. Especially since it is a model that has been in operation for almost half a century…

El project, internally identified as T-134, has been designed for to evoke the solidity and reliability of historical Soviet products such as the T-34 tank and the Tu-134 aircraftThis strategy not only accentuates the vehicle's robust character, but also seeks to facilitate government support for its development. The brand is confident that Putin's executive will continue to inject money, even more so now that they are alone in the market.

A consolidated platform for a future SUV

The new Lada Niva will use the CMF-B-LS platform, developed by Renault-Nissan and used in models of Dacia and other vehicles of the group. This technical base guarantees a Increased safety, comfort and performanceThe question is whether or not it will lose the off-road qualities that have characterized the Niva since its launch in the 70s. Even more so if we take into account that it is now a pure all-terrain vehicle and later it will be an SUV.

Although the idea of ​​a revamped Lada Niva is attractive to off-road enthusiasts, No physical tests of prototypes or road tests have been carried out so far.. The only visual reference is a photo of a recently unveiled concept model, which indicates that the project is still in its early stages. However, rumours suggest that it is “full steam ahead” and that AvtoVAZ now has the money to create it…

The new Lada Niva will become an urban SUV with off-road roots…

The Russian firm has confirmed that the T-134 will be aimed at the urban SUV segment. The design seeks to balance the tradition of the Niva with more modern lines and advanced technology., which could attract not only regular drivers of the brand. It would also open the door to new buyers interested in a practical and durable vehicle that respects the heritage it will receive from the legendary Niva that is still on sale.

In addition to the Niva, the same presentation showed Other brand concepts, including a crossover called B+ Cross and a minivan called B-Van. These models, also based on the Vesta platform, suggest that AvtoVAZ plans an offensive in several market segmentsIt is clear that the goal for those responsible for AvtoVAZ is to establish itself in the SUV sector with designs that pay homage to its history without giving up on innovation.

We will see if it reaches the market, when and how, and if it ends up reaching Europe and Spain… Patience then…

Source - Tires

Images | Kolesa – AvtoVAZ