In 2025, UAZ will present an updated version of its flagship SUV, the "Patriot," which will turn 20 years old next year. During the restyling, the main focus will reportedly be on mechanical and technical modernization.
One of the key changes will be the introduction of a new two-liter diesel engine, which will work with a 6-speed manual gearbox. This engine, produced at the engine plant formerly owned by Ford, is already used in Sollers' truck models. In addition to the diesel unit, a version with a 150 hp ZMZ PRO gasoline engine will also be offered. In addition, UAZ plans to equip the new "Patriot" with an electronically controlled transfer case, which will improve the car's handling and ease of use.
The car's interior will also undergo changes, although they will not be as significant. For example, a new, more comfortable steering wheel will appear. In the future, starting in 2026, it is possible to produce the "Patriot" with an automatic transmission, which will require redesigning the floor structure.
Another significant improvement will be a change in the technology of painting bodies. The Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant will update the painting complex, which will allow the use of more modern electrostatic methods of applying varnish instead of the previous aerostatic method. This will improve the quality of the coating and the durability of the car's paintwork.
External changes will be targeted. For example, LED optics will be introduced and the media system will be updated, but the body panels will remain the same, as their stamping was recently updated. Changes in design, such as new bumpers or fenders, are not planned, as they were not considered necessary for consumers.
The updated UAZ "Patriot" in 2025 will combine modern technical solutions and improvements in comfort without significant external changes, which, according to company representatives, best meets the needs of customers.
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