The South American edition of Motor1.com was surprised to discover that the classic Niva is still alive, and it also has a commercial version for a paltry 60 thousand reais (1.1 million rubles). By Brazilian standards, the price is a bargain, because a basic Renault Duster overseas costs twice as much! The press was impressed that the Lada Niva Legend can be converted from the factory into a refrigerator and manufactured goods van.
Lada Niva Legend is being finalized by AvtoVAZ’s subsidiary, VIS-Auto. The commercial version of the Niva is called VIS-2346, and it is indeed available with different cab options, a body up to two meters deep and with various superstructures. The cargo platform is based on a semi-frame base, the rear suspension is simplified and transferred to springs.
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The Brazilians were impressed by the body volume of up to 3,500 liters, combined with ground clearance of up to 24 centimeters and all-wheel drive. Light trucks are very popular overseas, so the editors’ interest in the commercial Niva is understandable. The bestseller in the frameless light pickup segment in Brazil is the front-wheel drive Fiat Strada, which costs from 101 thousand reais, and is by no means rich in basic equipment.
Soon, light commercial models based on Granta and Niva will be transferred to the main AvtoVAZ site. According to insiders, after the May holidays, VIS-Auto will occupy the territory of the auto giant’s former pilot production facility. The assembly of “off-road” versions of Niva Bronto will also be organized there.
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