August 26, 2015 at the international exhibitionSUVs in Moscow was introduced a new concept of the Russian automotive industry - the "Lada-West" crossover. It is radically different from its predecessor Vesta sedan, because the model has absorbed more than 300 improvements and changes. This car became such an unusual production format that he was personally presented to the general public by the president of AvtoVAZ and the main designer of the Togliatti plant Lada - Boo Inge Andersson and Steve Mattin (he personally made many adjustments to the design development).
Thanks to the experience gained after the development"Kaliny-Cross" and "Lagrusa-Cross", experts predict the release of a truly ideal station wagon. Designers already know what the moments require improvements. All motorists eagerly await the arrival of a new model for sale, in order to fully enjoy the updated domestic car.
Secrecy
After a brilliant presentation of the model"Lada-Vesta" crossover (photos of non-serial copies can be found in the article), developers almost completely closed the scenes to the characteristics and other data that could at least say something about the novelty. Officially, only one reason for this secrecy was voiced, but, most likely, this is just another PR move, specially developed by marketers. Its goal is to maximize interest in the model, thereby creating popularity by artificial means.
But in our country to hide all practicallyit is impossible, therefore a significant part of the information was still able to leak through independent sources and from exhibitors in Moscow. For several months, more features about this car are emerging, so today you can make a short digression on the study and analysis of the new model of the crossover series "Lada-West Cross".
Short review
At the moment it is known that the car has becomethe fourth major modification of the new line of Lada cars. There is also information that it will be put on a serial stream around September 2016. Such secrecy, maintained for several months, has formed around itself a large number of people wishing to learn more about its qualities and differences from its predecessors.
In this article we will try to honestly and in detail voice all the information that relates to the car "Lada-West" crossover.
The body remains in the same formatstation wagon. The overall stylistics and design of the car also remained unchanged, made in style X, which in a relatively short period of time caused a number of unpleasant legal issues and intrigues inside the AvtoVAZ concern itself. However, it was not advisable to abandon it, since it was such a design that has recently become most in demand.
Engine
It is known that the "Lada-West" crossover will beequipped with a gasoline engine capacity of 1.6 liters (as in the previous version), but with a significant difference in power - 87/106/114. It is also likely that models with aggregates of 1.8 liters and 126 horsepower will be presented, which are currently in active development of Lada enterprises.
Technical equipment
Car enthusiasts will also be presented with a variety ofa choice of a type of a gear change: the mechanic, the automatic machine (robot) and a variator. The new cars will also use the familiar 5-speed manual gearbox, as well as a 5-band robot-automatic, which, in principle, was very much expected in the novelty of the "Lada-West" crossover. The station wagon will still have to work on the front drive, however, the concern has been ambiguously made clear that versions of the four-wheel drive model are being developed.
Before the developers of the car was deliveredthe task is to gain confidence, attract new customers and become competitive in the currently unavailable segment of the B + market for the Russian auto industry, compete for leadership in it with brands such as Hyunday Solaris, VW Polo and Kia Rio.
Design
In appearance, the balance betweendynamics and practicality of application. All the elements are scrupulously brought to a balanced level: the wheels, the size and position of the glasses, the streamlining of the body, the headlights, etc. The front part of the car "Lada-West" crossover (the photo completely demonstrates the design) does not differ much from the previously presented Lada Vesta, part has inherent only this model external features: a fin-type stand, a falling roof, a raised (pulled up) feed with a new and stylish optics. Also, experts note a considerable similarity with another promising model Lada XRay Concept 2. This was the preservation of the style of X, as well as the separation of headlights from the front of the car into sections, which adds to the feeling of plagiarism.
The body kit, made of unpainted plastic, adds strict tones to the overall appearance and nature of this machine.
Also remarkable are the new wheels thatwill be equipped with a car "Lada-West" crossover. The technical characteristics of the car of this line are impressive. 16-inch discs have proven themselves only on the positive side. And now decided to fix this size for the whole model range.
However, the developers did not dwell onachieved and installed in a cross-over version of 18-inch disks. In addition to increasing the dynamic properties of the car, this also affected the increase in the ride height, which is now 300 mm.
Interior
In the cabin as a whole, the new "Lada-Vesta"(crossover) almost did not get: the same steering wheel, seats, a 7-inch TV, a multimedia set and a climate control unit. However, the original applications of individual interior elements change completely the atmosphere inside the car. Also, in the new concept, the necessary functions such as steering adjustment, seat heating, electric drive mirrors and other minor features inherent in Lada Vesta, which provide comfort inside the cabin, will remain in the new concept.
The exact amount of luggageseparation. It is assumed that it will be 500 cubic meters. see. However, it is possible that this parameter for the current year before delivery to mass production will be changed to a larger side.
Summarizing
Until the car has passed the final stagedevelopment. After the presentation at the international exhibition of off-road cars, it is still undergoing separate stages of refinement and testing. Perhaps this model did not manage to prove itself in full glory, but one thing is for sure: Lada-West is a new level crossover capable of competing both in the markets of the CIS countries and among European consumers.
