«Мул» Lada Azimut засняли в Тольятти

The crossover prototype is equipped with an unusual suspension

Another prototype of the new LADA Azimut crossover, which is undergoing road tests, has been spotted in Togliatti. The car is built on a modernized Vesta platform and has a number of fundamental differences from production models.

Lada Azimut "Mule"
Lada Azimut "Mule"

The car has an impressive ground clearance, widened wheel arches, and 18-inch wheels with five bolts. According to insiders, at least five prototypes have been produced for testing.

As a reminder, the technical characteristics of the "Azimut" are as follows: length - 4416 mm, width - 1838 mm, height 1607 mm, wheelbase is 2675 mm, trunk volume - 508 liters, and ground clearance - 208 mm.

The car is scheduled to be produced in mid-2026. The car is positioned as a B+ class crossover.

A mule is a special test vehicle created to test new technical solutions. Such prototypes are fundamentally different from mock-ups or concept cars. Key characteristics of a mule include the use of a production body, the introduction of experimental units, functionality for full-fledged technical tests, and maximum proximity to real operating conditions.

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RCI News

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