AvtoVAZ completes preparations for Lada Azimut production

AvtoVAZ is completing the creation of a new batch of bodies for Lada Azimut. In the welding shop, more than 200 body frames have already been manufactured, which are intended for testing key technological processes such as stamping, welding, anti-corrosion treatment and painting.

The Azimut body is largely similar to the Lada Vesta: of 360 elements of the power structure, 135 are completely identical. This allows already proven solutions to be applied, however, the main challenge at the moment is related to adjusting the geometry of the outer panels. Engineers strive to achieve precise fitting of elements and uniform gaps, affecting the appearance and build quality of the car. All key body parts of the new crossover, including the roof, are galvanized, which should increase corrosion resistance.

Lada Azimut will be the company's first production crossover. Almost 1000 new and improved components have been developed for it, including body panels, lighting system, interior details and a new rear suspension. The crossover's dimensions are 4416 x 1838 x 1607 mm, and the wheelbase is 2675 mm.

In the initial trim level, the car will be equipped with modernized VAZ engines with a volume of 1.6 and 1.8 liters with a capacity of 120 and 132 hp, paired with a manual gearbox and a variator.

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