
AVTOVAZ has begun industrial assembly of the newest Niva
The model is called Niva Sport, and its assembly is carried out by the Lada Sport division. The car combines the concept of the line's recognized cross-country ability with modern sports technologies.
In design car developments tested in Russian and international competitions, including participation in the Silk Way rally marathon, were used. The first batch of Niva Sport vehicles will first be sent for detailed testing to a special division of AVTOVAZ.
The tests are aimed at confirming the design data for subsequent approval of the launch of full-scale serial production. The assembly of the updated SUV will be carried out on the basis of pre-painted bodies. Their creation is carried out by the "parent" plant AVTOVAZ.
This is what the interior of the Niva Sport looks like in the Silk Road trim level. Photo: YouTube.com
"Lada Sport", in turn, produces individual assembly of cars and tuning of components. According to the company's press center, this approach will improve the quality of each individual copy.
Visually, there are not many differences from the regular Niva. The body of the Sport version received black bumpers, arch extensions, LED fog lights and branded wheel rims.
Inside, the driver and passengers are greeted by eco-leather trim with contrast stitching and a new instrument panel. A limited edition dedicated to participation in the aforementioned Silk Way competition is also expected to be released.
According to preliminary data, the list of basic equipment for this modification will include the following options:
✅ tourist type roof rack
✅ snorkel
✅ off-road tires from Comforcer
The key technical feature of the Niva Sport is its power plant. The latter is a 1,6-liter engine. This sixteen-valve unit produces 122 hp of power with a peak torque of 151 Nm.
Under the hood of the Niva Sport is a 1,6-liter engine with 122 hp. Photo: YouTube.com
The engine is longitudinally mounted and works in tandem with a modified transmission. The latter will boast an improved fifth gear synchronizer and a new crankcase. The transfer case drive, in turn, will be single-lever.
"Niva Sport" also received an updated suspension. Instead of a Panhard rod, four classic levers are installed at the rear. The model's ground clearance was increased to 230 mm. The car will now be stopped by disc brakes on all wheels.
The start of sales of the SUV was initially planned for the end of the current year, but was subsequently postponed to 2025. Unfortunately, the AVTOVAZ representative office has not yet reported the official cost of the Niva Sport.
In design car developments tested in Russian and international competitions, including participation in the Silk Way rally marathon, were used. The first batch of Niva Sport vehicles will first be sent for detailed testing to a special division of AVTOVAZ.
The tests are aimed at confirming the design data for subsequent approval of the launch of full-scale serial production. The assembly of the updated SUV will be carried out on the basis of pre-painted bodies. Their creation is carried out by the "parent" plant AVTOVAZ.

"Lada Sport", in turn, produces individual assembly of cars and tuning of components. According to the company's press center, this approach will improve the quality of each individual copy.
Visually, there are not many differences from the regular Niva. The body of the Sport version received black bumpers, arch extensions, LED fog lights and branded wheel rims.
Inside, the driver and passengers are greeted by eco-leather trim with contrast stitching and a new instrument panel. A limited edition dedicated to participation in the aforementioned Silk Way competition is also expected to be released.
According to preliminary data, the list of basic equipment for this modification will include the following options:
✅ tourist type roof rack
✅ snorkel
✅ off-road tires from Comforcer
The key technical feature of the Niva Sport is its power plant. The latter is a 1,6-liter engine. This sixteen-valve unit produces 122 hp of power with a peak torque of 151 Nm.

The engine is longitudinally mounted and works in tandem with a modified transmission. The latter will boast an improved fifth gear synchronizer and a new crankcase. The transfer case drive, in turn, will be single-lever.
"Niva Sport" also received an updated suspension. Instead of a Panhard rod, four classic levers are installed at the rear. The model's ground clearance was increased to 230 mm. The car will now be stopped by disc brakes on all wheels.
The start of sales of the SUV was initially planned for the end of the current year, but was subsequently postponed to 2025. Unfortunately, the AVTOVAZ representative office has not yet reported the official cost of the Niva Sport.
- Vic Samoylik
- youtube.com
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