Patriot with a new engine sent for testing – serial production coming soon
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Patriot with a new engine sent for testing – serial production coming soon

The Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant has begun the next stage of preparation for serial production of the updated Patriot. The large-scale restyling of the popular SUV has entered the testing stage.


Among the most significant changes to the car, the UAZ representative office names an engine that this model has not been equipped with before. It is a 2-liter diesel unit with a capacity of 130 hp.

The peak torque of the power plant reaches 320 Nm. By the way, a similar engine is used in a light-duty truck the car Sollers Argo and UAZ "Profi".

Patriot with a new engine sent for testing – serial production coming soonThis is what the interior of the new Profi looks like; the Patriot will have a similar interior. Photo: YouTube.com

The press center of the domestic automaker reports on the adaptation of the engine for the civilian version of the "Patriot". At the moment, it is known that the diesel engine has been prepared for the climatic conditions of our country.

The list of improvements includes an electronic crankcase gas heating system. The modification allows for unimpeded operation of the SUV at temperatures down to -25 °C.

The power plant will be paired with a six-speed manual transmission. The model from the Chinese brand JAC was taken as a basis. ZMZ is engaged in localized production of the transmission.

Let us recall that at the moment the SUV is supplied with the Zavolzhsky "Pro" engine. Its main characteristics and configuration are as follows:

✅ working volume - 2,7 l
✅ power - 150 liters. With.
✅ transmission – 5-speed manual

The list of changes in the major restyling also mentioned the design of the SUV. The car will receive LED headlights. The interior will feature a new dashboard and an improved steering wheel.

Under the hood of the new Patriot is a 2-liter diesel engine. Photo: YouTube.com

The Patriot's multimedia system will also be updated. The display diagonal is expected to be "increased", as well as new functions. The UAZ press center has not yet reported more detailed information.

The debut of the updated "Patriot" is planned for the fall of this year. Now the domestic enterprise is preparing for mass production of a new transfer case with electronic control. It is manufactured at the Zavolzhsky Motor Plant.

After the release of the main configuration, the premiere of the version with an automatic transmission will take place. However, it should not be expected before 2026. The UAZ representative office indicates technical difficulties as the reason for the delay. To install the "automatic", it is necessary to modernize the floor panels.
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