Car company Chevrolet has been a leader in the global market for many years. The brand has experienced many ups and downs, which once again emphasizes positive sides automaker companies.
At the moment, Chevrolet cars can boast of great popularity in all regions of the world. So, for example, North American enterprises assemble exclusively premium cars, as well as sports cars and branded SUVs. This is not surprising, because in this region the giant General Motors has great influence, which cannot afford to oversee the production of budget versions.
Photo: Chevrolet Niva 2017
But if we talk about budget Chevrolet models, they are produced at South Korean factories, and they are quite low cost.
If we talk about the domestic market, then the most popular model, of course, is the Chevrolet Niva. Therefore, it is not surprising that many motorists are interested in the question "where are Chevrolet Niva cars assembled for Russia?". In this article, we will just discuss this issue, and also find out how high-quality the Niva SUVs are, which are made at Russian facilities.
The main assembly of the Chevrolet Niva for the Russian market and the CIS market takes place at the Togliatti branch of General Motors. At this enterprise, a full cycle of car assembly takes place, including the manufacture of all parts and components, as well as welding and painting.
After the release of each batch of cars, quality control specialists randomly select several copies and send them for testing and testing. In the event that employees find flaws, they return the car for revision.
Quality Chevrolet Niva Russian Assembly
Chevrolet Niva is a worthy representative of traditional Russian cars. Therefore, it is not surprising that the model has become a real people's car, and it is difficult to imagine domestic hunting or fishing without the Niva SUV.
The Russian version of the car is assembled on the basis of the modular platform of the VAZ-2123 model, but General Motors engineers have significantly increased the functionality and cross-country ability of the novelty.
It is worth noting that for 4 years, since 2004, the Niva SUV has been ranked first in the sales level rating.
Photo: brand new Niva only from the GM-AVTOVAZ assembly line domestic car sold in three sets. In addition to the basic, tuned and restyled versions are also available.
Be that as it may, the quality of cars still depends on the place of assembly, and there are a lot of questions about the Russian model. First of all, the owners are not satisfied with the low level of security. Therefore, driving at a very high speed causes at least distrust, because in the earlier Niva trim levels, there are not even airbags.
Relatively recently, taking into account all the complaints of motorists, the developers have released updated versions of the Niva, which are already equipped with all the necessary security systems.
The paintwork and now does not cause admiration, as the coloring is unstable to scratches and does not protect the body from corrosive processes.
Features Chevrolet Niva Russian Assembly
As noted above, the Chevrolet Niva is considered the best-selling and sought-after SUV in the world. automotive market Russia. Since the debut of the model in 2002 and to this day, more than 175,000 vehicles have rolled off the assembly lines of the plant, which can be called a very good indicator of productivity.
The most modern version of the Chevrolet Niva is already equipped in the basic configuration with:
- multi-level heated seats;
- side tinting;
- light alloy wheels;
- modern air conditioner.
Given all the past shortcomings, now manufacturers are focusing on the level of SUV safety.
As a power unit, a 1.7-liter engine is used, which is capable of producing 80 horsepower.
Recently, information has appeared that the German engineers of the Opel concern are assembling a new power unit with a capacity of 123 hp for the Niva. Also, there is hope that in the future there will also be a diesel engine, which Russian motorists lack so much.
But so far, the range of power units is rather meager and boasts the same old engine.
Video: Chevrolet Niva assembly process
Conclusion
One of the most prominent representatives of the Chevrolet company on Russian market is the SUV Niva. This car is produced at the domestic branch of General Motors in the city of Togliatti. It is worth noting that to Russian assembly there are a lot of claims, but the developers are trying to constantly upgrade the popular crossover.
Among the main advantages of a domestic-made SUV are its excellent cross-country ability and attractive appearance.
Chevrolet Niva is essentially a global restyling of the Niva 2121 model, which has proven itself in the Russian market. Basically, the changes affected the appearance of the car, the arrangement of the instruments on the panel has changed, and it has generally become more comfortable. But at the same time, there were some problems with the transmission and engine, which caused breakdowns on previous models. As a rule, this has led to the fact that most owners are unhappy with their car. Only those who have purchased new car who did not have time to "show" themselves leave positive feedback.
Many problems begin even at the moment when the car gets to the pre-sale preparation at the dealership. But thanks to our mentality, checks are approached through the fingers, so when you get a seemingly new car, you always encounter such problems as creaking door locks, loose bolts, and so on. Usually this manifests itself already in the first thousand run. And already in the first year of ownership, it is necessary to additionally lubricate the hinges of the car and tighten all the bolts if necessary.
But also in the Chevrolet Niva, the weak points are not only bolts and locks. The main components of the car are also prone to malfunction.
The power unit is tuned for high torque, so it shows low dynamics during acceleration. In engines of this type, the occurrence of a gland leak is most likely. At the same time, for a replacement under warranty, it is not enough to provide a car in which there will be a small leak. This is usually not covered under warranty. The operation of the air conditioner is usually not satisfactory. But due to the design features, when it is turned on, the engine loses a significant amount of power. This is especially pronounced when driving on the highway. Symptoms are decreased dynamics and increased. The engine itself is reliable, thanks to the simplicity of design and the use of proven materials. Requires inspection and overhaul no earlier than 250 thousand kilometers. Every 100 thousand kilometers a careful inspection is required.
The most common problem is with the expansion tank. Under the influence of pressure and high temperatures, the plastic is destroyed and leaks appear. On some cars, the pump quickly fails. This happens with frequent use at high speeds.
The weakest elements in this system will be ball, steering linkage, rods and oil seals. Hubs need to be checked periodically. Usually, problems in the wheel bearing manifest themselves in the first 30 thousand kilometers. Due to off-road use, cv joints often fail. This is due to dust and dirt getting on the anthers, as a result of which they tear faster.
Here the main source of problems are the crosses located on the cardan. Cardans themselves are also not reliable. Splined ones cause strong vibration during movement.
electrical equipment
The most common failure of the window lifter mechanism. This can happen even in the first six months. Many problems have been transferred to the Chevrolet Niva from the Niva 2121 model. This is a starter and a generator. It must be remembered that these components can be changed under warranty, so it is important to pass all MOT at the dealer on time. Over time, problems with the fuel sensor may appear. Due to exposure to high temperatures, the wiring leading to the radiator fan is destroyed, due to which a short circuit occurs and the fuses blow.
Separately, it is worth mentioning, because here the problem lies not in the wiring, but in an ill-conceived design. because of high temperature lamps and small housings often melt plastic headlights. To prevent this, it is better to install LED light sources in the dimensions.
Body
Here the problem is no different from other cars - basically it is corrosion. But due to the unsuccessful design of the arches, moisture can accumulate strongly, which greatly accelerates corrosion. If you do not follow the car, then you can get large foci that will make the car unusable in 3-4 years. Paint on plastic parts peels off quite often. If left untreated, scratches will rust within a week.
Here the main drawback, which manifests itself immediately upon leaving the dealer's salon, is the lack of sound insulation. This is especially felt when driving more than 100 km / h, when the transfer case and the engine have a large load.
But despite all this, thanks to the low price and a large number of spare parts in car dealerships, this car is still popular among car enthusiasts. The simplicity of the design, which allows you to independently eliminate all the shortcomings and off-road qualities, allow you to storm even the most remote parts of the country, while not being afraid to disable the car. But still, you should not overestimate its capabilities and monitor the most vulnerable nodes in time.
Good afternoon dear readers. The topic of today's article is the weak points of the Chevrolet Niva car. The article is written on the basis of the experience of owning cars in 2006. and 2012 onwards
Chevrolet Niva history.
The first sample of the VAZ 2123 Niva car was shown at the Moscow Motor Show in 1998. The future shniva differed from the VAZ 21213 in its wheelbase, body shape, transmission and more expensive interior trim. In fact, it was a new car, as unified as possible with the VAZ 21213 mastered in production.
Unfortunately, she inherited not only advantages, but also disadvantages.
AvtoVAZ did not have enough money to master the new model, and then the plant went on to sell the Niva brand to General Motors Corporation. GM made more than 1700 changes to the design of the car and organized, in 2002, production under its own brand. So the VAZ 2123 became the Chevrolet Niva.
Until 2009, the car was produced practically unchanged, in 2009 a shallow restyling was carried out, during which the car received several trim levels, plastic lining on body panels and a new transmission.
In our article, we will consider both pre-styling and post-styling cars and evaluate the work of the plant in fine-tuning the model.
Weaknesses of the pre-styling Shniva 2002-2009
Engine.
The engine is reliable, and it drives while dying, spare parts for it are common and are available on any collective farm, there are only three problems with it:
- He is very weak for a field. 79 horsepower accelerates the car to 100 km / h in 19 seconds, overtaking and speeds above 110 km / h are difficult for a car.
- as a consequence of the first two points - high fuel consumption. In winter, in the urban cycle with warm-ups, 16-18 liters are calm, on the highway 8-9, the mixed cycle is a utopia.
Clutch.
Clutch with native release bearing (in a plastic cage) does not like buildup. The clip melts and the clutch disappears! To be treated by replacing the release bearing with a VAZ 2101 bearing. They themselves did not cost much, but replacing the release bearing is not a trivial task - you will have to disassemble half of the car
Transmission.
Transmission.
With timely maintenance, there are no problems with it.
Transfer case.
The node is rather capricious, if the downshift and neutral are switched on relatively easily, then the interaxle lock is switched on with great effort at the slightest wear. The razdatka usually does not howl, but due to the backlash of the gears, it contributes to the sounds of transmission shocks. When buying a car, be sure to check the center lock. I have it on 2 machines with problems.
cardan shafts.
Before restyling in 2009, the car rattles with cardans .... After 2009, this problem was fixed, but the impacts in the transmission remained due to the designs. transfer box and gearboxes with drives
Body.
Rotting starts from the wheel arches, bottoms of doors and sills. The quality of the coloring is not high and the chips bloom quickly.
The body also desperately needs to improve sound insulation, if up to 100 km / h in the car is relatively comfortable, then after this milestone you have to strain your voice.
The main disadvantage of the body is a very small trunk (but this is not surprising given the size of the wheelbase of the field), this can be treated by installing a roof rack, but this will worsen aerodynamics and add a howl.
Weaknesses of the restyled Chevrolet Niva 2009 - present
Restyling 2009 Made the field a little better, but not without a fly in the ointment.
Engine.
With the transition to Euro-3 and above, a catalytic converter was introduced. In our conditions, it fails by 60,000-80,000 km of run and is replaced by our optimizers with a flame arrester from cars with Euro-2 engines (at the same time environmental class decreases but saves money and fuel.
16 valve motor Opel offered as an option quite a lot negative reviews, so we will not consider it.
Also, after restyling in 2009, the air conditioner became available in 2 basic trim levels (before restyling, it was an option). In general, an air-conditioned car is more comfortable, but due to weak engine fuel consumption increases greatly and at idle, with the simultaneous operation of the power steering and the air conditioner, the engine speed drops very much.
Transmission.
In general, the shocks from the transmission are gone, but the difficult engagement of the center lock remains, and release bearing never cured.
By body
The plastic lining of the wings and doors have become centers of corrosion. The linings are glued to the doors and over time, dust accumulates under them, which gets wet and all this actively rusts, although an attractive appearance remains for a long time.
A common drawback for the entire production time is the quality of spare parts in retail, but this is not the fault of the designers and the manufacturer.
Equipment and equipment since 2009
Let's summarize.
For your money Chevrolet Niva is great car. The price-quality ratio is top notch….
In conclusion, I suggest you watch this Chevrolet Niva video review:
That's all for me today, if you know other weaknesses of the Chevrolet Niva, or you have something to add to the article, write comments.
06.12.2016
Niva Chevrolet (Chevrolet Niva) - a small car that, at first glance, seems like an SUV, but, in fact, it is real SUV. Due to its small size, short base, permanent all-wheel drive with a symmetrical differential, the presence of locks and low gear this car is able to get out of almost any swamp. Over the fourteen years of its existence, the car has not undergone practically any changes, the only thing the manufacturer decided on was adding a plastic body kit. But, is everything so stable with reliability and what to expect from a used Chevrolet Niva, now let's try to find out.
A bit of history:
The history of the Chevrolet Niva dates back to 1998, at the same time, at the annual auto show in Moscow, the concept of the VAZ 2123 Niva car was first presented to the public. The novelty was supposed to replace the outdated model VAZ 2121 Niva, which had been produced without any changes for more than 20 years. But, at that time, the AvtoVAZ concern did not have the funds to launch the mass production of new items. As a result, the management of AvtoVAZ decided to sell the license for the production of the Vaz 2123 and the right to the Niva brand to the General Motors concern. Before the start of sales, the designers of the concern made a huge number of changes to the appearance of the Niva, which is familiar to us, which made it possible to consider it an independent model.
The novelty debuted on the world market in 2002. It was assumed that previous version will be discontinued, but this did not happen (changed the name to "LADA 4 × 4"), since the novelty turned out to be almost twice as expensive as its predecessor. On the market, Chevrolet Niva competes in price with foreign SUVs, but, alas, not in quality. In 2009 it was introduced updated version SUV, the changes affected only the exterior and interior, but technical part remained unchanged.
Advantages and disadvantages of Niva Chevrolet with mileage.
The body of the Chevrolet Niva begins to rust already in the fifth year of operation, corrosion centers appear at almost all joints and corners of the car. The paintwork is very weak, especially on the plastic elements of the body. Many owners do not recommend washing the car with high pressure washers, as it often knocks out pieces of paint. If you constantly drive with a spare tire on tailgate, then, over time, its hinges are pulled back and the door begins to close poorly. To avoid this trouble, many owners carry a spare tire in the trunk.
Engines
Two engines are available on the car - 1.8 (125 hp) manufactured by Opel, they are equipped only with export cars and 1.7 liters (80 hp) manufactured by AvtoVAZ, this engine is intended for the CIS market. Chevrolet Niva with a 1.8 engine is a real exotic for our market, therefore, it makes no sense to talk about its reliability. Motor 1.7 has a good resource and has a number of significant drawbacks. The timing drive is equipped with a metal chain. The main disadvantage of this unit is the unreliable design of the standard timing tensioner, which often leads to a chain jump. A rattling sound from under the hood when starting a cold engine and a diesel rumble at idle will serve as a signal to replace the tensioner. If a running engine often randomly stalls, the sensor most likely needs to be flushed or replaced. throttle valve and fuel injectors(flushing is recommended to be carried out at least once every 70-90 thousand km).
Also, the ignition module is not famous for its reliability, a signal about the need to replace it will be a deterioration in dynamic performance and engine tripping. About once every 100,000 km, hydraulic lifters need to be replaced, if they are not replaced on time, this will lead to premature exit failure of the ramp and burnout of the valves, which, as a result, will significantly reduce the compression in the cylinders. In order to extend the life of hydraulic lifters, specialists from branded service stations recommend monitoring the oil level and keeping it above average. In a car with a mileage of more than 150,000 km, oil consumption increases - up to 300 grams per 1000 km. Often the reason increased consumption oils serve hardened valve stem seals, on average, once every 100,000 km, an oil pump, regulator needs to be replaced idle move, mass air flow sensor, cylinder head gasket and starter.
The cooling system is disappointing with the frequent occurrence of radiator leaks, and the quality expansion tank does not stand up to criticism (cracks), as a result, it has to be changed every 15-20 thousand kilometers. Periodically, it is necessary to pay attention to the condition of the connecting clamps of the lower pipe leading to the radiator in order to avoid leakage of coolant. Also, the mounting bracket is not famous for its reliability. exhaust manifold, a signal of the need for replacement will serve extraneous sounds reminiscent of rattling. Noisy operation of the fuel pump is a fairly common phenomenon, this feature no cure. Once every 4-5 years, check the condition of the fuel pipes that are under the bottom, as over time a large amount of dirt and reagents accumulate on them, which contribute to corrosion, which will result in gasoline leakage.
Transmission
Niva Chevrolet is equipped with only a five-speed manual transmission. As operating experience has shown, the mechanics are quite reliable, but it has enough minor flaws. Of the main ones, one can single out: vibration of the gear knob at high engine speeds (2500 and above), at warranty cars, the dealer, under warranty, changed the lever assembly, but this did not solve the problem for long. Some owners have managed to eliminate arm vibration by replacing the fork and bearing. If, on the car, it began to knock out fifth and reverse gears, most likely, adjustment of the backstage of the gear selection mechanism is required. Loosening the backstage clamp often leads to a shift of the lever forward, as a result, the fifth and reverse gear. The clutch has a decent resource (80-100 thousand km), but the release bearing may need to be replaced already at 40,000 km, and it is also necessary to monitor the condition of the anther of the working cylinder. Another Achilles' heel is considered to be a razdatka, leakage of transfer case seals is a fairly common phenomenon. It is also worth mentioning that every third car, even a serviceable transfer case, makes a terrible howl when driving.
Chassis Niva Chevrolet
The Chevrolet Niva suspension has a fairly simple design and does not cause any particular problems. Due to the design features, wheel bearings must be adjusted and tightened at least once every 25,000 km, and if this requirement is not neglected, the bearings will last up to 80,000 km. Also, do not forget to check the anthers of the CV joints for cracks at each maintenance and to inject the crosspieces once every half a year. Most often, the rods need to be replaced. rear suspension- once every 40-50 thousand km. The disadvantages of the front suspension include silent blocks of the upper arms and ball bearings, their resource is 50-70 thousand km. Once every 70-90 thousand km, it is necessary to replace the thrust bearings, shock absorbers and their springs. Every five years of operation it is necessary to change the brake hoses for new ones. Rows service front brake pads up to 50,000 km, rear - up to 60-80 thousand km.
Outcome:
Niva Chevrolet - quite reliable, unpretentious and inexpensive SUV. The car will be a great option for outdoor enthusiasts (fishing, hunting), who are not afraid and like to do repairs on their own. Listed problem areas these are just statistics of the most common malfunctions, according to owners this vehicle and specialized stations. When buying this car, you must understand that anything can break here, therefore, Niva is not a friend for pedantic motorists. When buying this car, a lot depends on luck, as a rule, the lucky ones sing odes about its reliability, but those who are unlucky have to constantly fix annoying minor malfunctions.
If you are the owner of this car model, please describe the problems that you had to face during the operation of the car. Perhaps it is your review that will help readers of our site when choosing a car.
Sincerely, editorial Autoavenue
(2009 - present)1st generation
(2002 - 2009)
During the period from the start of sales in 2002 to the release of restyled models in 2009 and up to the present day, the Chevrolet Niva has received various awards many times. Chevrolet Niva was recognized as the "Best-selling SUV in 2008", "Off-Road Vehicle of the Year 2009" in the "SUV" and "Premier of the Year" nominations. At the SIA 2012 auto show, Niva Chevrolet received the "For High Performance" award as the car with the highest maintainability.
The history of the Russian serial civilian SUV began in 1977. Before the Niva, only paramilitary GAZs and UAZs were cars with all-wheel drive in the USSR. VAZ-2121 became the first all-wheel drive car to be named "NIVA". Contrary to popular belief, the name of the car has nothing to do with plowing, earing wheat fields, sowing or harvesting. The team of design engineers of the Togliatti automobile plant called their brainchild “The Best Invention of the Volga Automobile Plant” - reducing the long and proud name to the first letters, as a result, they received the abbreviation NIVA. Despite the ambitious name, only a donkey driver could say that the Niva was a comfortable car. Although in comparison with the UAZ-469, the Niva was really convenient and fast. From the point of view of an ordinary car owner, Niva was solid and unpretentious, both outside and inside. It was a car designed to conquer the off-road, not the imagination.
Initially, Niva was designed for residents of agricultural areas. However, the sky-high price for an ordinary Soviet peasant - the new Niva VAZ-2121 cost 10.5 thousand Soviet rubles - made it a dream of millions, but an unattainable dream. In the presence of an open shortage in the USSR cars, the line for the "Niva" was not lined up and the management of the Volga Automobile Plant decided to reduce the retail price to 9 thousand rubles. A three-door Soviet SUV was bought by wealthy summer residents, art workers, and underground manufacturers. The VAZ-2121 became especially popular with the heads of district and regional centers.
Niva from the times of the country of the Soviets was practically the only original and incredibly successful development of Soviet design engineers. The all-wheel drive vehicle with a load-bearing body had an optimal weight distribution along the axes, a demultiplier and a lockable center differential transmission. The engine on the Niva was the same as on the VAZ "six" ("Zhiguli" VAZ-2106). From the very beginning, the Niva was produced as unified as possible with the popularly beloved Zhiguli. Many parts of the interior, power unit, spare parts, components for the VAZ-2121 were similar to spare parts for the sixth (and not only) Zhiguli model. This advantage was at the same time the most important disadvantage. The transmission of the Soviet jeep was incredibly noisy and vibration-loaded due to the imbalance of the short cardan shaft, a separate transfer case and a Zhiguli gearbox.
In the late nineties, life in the country began to improve and various modifications of the basic Niva model appeared on the market. In 1993, the Niva VAZ-2121 came out in the usual body, but with contactless ignition, 5th gear and a more powerful 1.7-liter carburetor engine. They even tried to install a shaft with CV joints on the transfer case, which significantly reduced vibration and noise in the cabin.
A year later, in 1994, Niva came out in a new body with a third full-fledged door, which descended to the rear bumper. Instead of the typical Zhiguli rear optics, Niva-21213 received new square lights. In the cabin of the torpedo, similar dashboard Zhiguli "eight", changed to a more modern panel and improved the front seats.
The next upgraded version was the Niva VAZ-21214 with a 1.6 liter engine. On the basis of this car, an export version with a diesel engine was assembled. Subsequently, the power unit of this export model was improved catalytic converter, central injection, after some time the engine received distribution injection.
In 1996, at the facilities of the OPP (Pilot Industrial Production), VAZ began to assemble a five-door Niva (factory index VAZ-2131). With an elongated body, the car slightly lost in cross-country ability and significantly in reducing the life of the power elements of the bottom. The first “five-doors” after several years of intensive off-road testing were sent to overhaul- bottom dents, cracks in the intermediate part near the spar front suspension spring, bursting shock absorber brackets. "Urban" Niva also suffered, but for a slightly different reason. "High landing" protected the thresholds from rust, but in general, the car could not boast of high corrosion resistance. After the Niva received modern soft bumpers in 1999, instead of duralumin channels, which could safely demolish poles and fences without harming their own “body”, the car was radically changed. The situation has improved significantly since the co-production Chevrolet Niva model began to be produced.
Today is the second Chevrolet generation Niva is an exemplary example of bodybuilding - both in terms of body strength, and in terms of torsional rigidity, and in terms of quality paintwork, and on the accuracy of docking of body elements. The new Niva Chevrolet looks modest in terms of interior comfort, but in a difficult road it will give a hundred points ahead of any modern SUV.
In 2003, a Chevrolet Niva crash test was carried out, evaluating the parameters passive safety. The results of the examination were more than modest - out of 16 possible points, the Chevrolet Niva received only 1.6 points and did not earn a single star. Lack of an airbag, violation of the integrity of the body in a collision, rigid steering column threatened the driver and passengers with serious injury. Only since 2011, the updated Chevrolet Niva of the GLS and GLC trim levels has been equipped with frontal airbags, an ABS system, belts with pretensioners and a load limiting system, and more comfortable front seats.
Most of the units and main engine components went to the 2012 Chevrolet Niva from previous generations. History of development injection engines can be traced to the Niva motors. Especially for Chevrolet Niva models, the engines have been adapted to the new configuration engine compartment. At the same time, small batches of SUVs with injection 2-liter engines equipped with an unconventional transmission and models with modified carburetor engines were assembled.
The car uses electric power steering Russian production. The old wheelbase had unified cardan shafts, similar to the Lada 4x4, which has a much shorter wheelbase.
The main advantage of the Niva has always been reliability and unpretentiousness. A carbureted 1.7-liter, 80-horsepower engine with a contact ignition system has a conditional resource of 90 thousand km, but with regular maintenance, as a rule, much more passes. In restyled models carbureted engines were superseded by injection power units. Injected engines are more powerful and can consume low-grade fuel, thanks to the installed knock sensor. True, injectors are more demanding on oil.
The Chevrolet Niva transmission has recently been distinguished by enviable noise and increased vibration. It is completely impossible to eliminate this defect due to the fact that the transfer case and the gearbox are two separate units that are interconnected by an intermediate short shaft with a mounted rubber vibration damper.
Until today, Chevrolet Niva 2 is installed five-speed boxes gears, which in 1994 replaced the standard four-speed gearboxes installed on the Niva. If you change the rubber covers in time, the front CV joints are almost eternal. At the same time, there is a significant drawback - in order to replace the cover, you have to disassemble almost the entire drive from the front.
Chevrolet Niva suspension is reliable, simple and durable. It allows the SUV to easily overcome serious irregularities. Under regular extreme loads, the springs are the first to sag and the shock absorbers fail.
In the process of assembling a modern Chevrolet Niva, almost a quarter of imported components are used: electric windows, wipers, gearbox oil seals, voltage regulator, water pump bearings and much more.
Since the spring of 2006, the production of a model with a factory serial number VAZ-21236 - Chevrolet Niva 2006 FAM-1 begins. The car is available in the only GLX configuration, equipped with a Z18XE engine and a 5-speed Japanese transmission from Aisin, which supplies spare parts and elements of power units to almost all Japanese auto enterprises, in particular, the Suzuki concern. The 1.8-liter Opel FAM-1 engine has a power of 125 horsepower and a maximum torque of 167 N * m. In comparison with the traditional VAZ engine with a volume of 1.7 liters and a power of 80 “horses” with 127 N * m of torque, the performance is impressive. Max speed rose to the mark of 165 km / h against 140 km / h, and acceleration to hundreds of kilometers from a standstill was reduced from 19 seconds to 12.
Chevrolet Niva FAM-1 was released in a small edition of a thousand copies. The combination of imported components and the restyling carried out by the Chevrolet Niva increased the cost of the new Chevrolet Niva from 325 thousand rubles for a Svazovsky model. power unit up to 538 thousand rubles for Chevrolet Niva in maximum configuration with airbags and ABS.
Released at the end of February last car first generation Niva Chevrolet 2009. In March of the same year, after a week-long stoppage from the assembly line of GM-AVTOVAZ for re-profiling production to updated standards, the first serial restyled SUV Chevrolet Niva 2009 of the second generation was assembled.
The restyling of the exterior touched on the bumpers, which became more powerful and made of one-piece with a wide, purely "Chevrolet" radiator grill, delimited by a horizontal metallized bar with a branded cross into two unequal parts. Innovations in design appearance and interior, new Chevrolet Niva cars are indebted to specialists from the Italian auto studio Bertone. Outside, a stylish, but somewhat controversial, plastic body kit appeared on the car, and rear bumper got a comfortable wide loading area. The changes affected all lighting equipment. New alloy wheels have been added to the Chevrolet Niva catalog.
Inside the cabin, a new three-spoke steering wheel and an updated floor tunnel. After the Chevrolet Niva was upgraded, the control buttons for heated seats and electric mirrors, as well as the cigarette lighter, moved to the lower part of the console, and the vacated space was taken by a tray for small items and a pair of cup holders. Between the transmission levers, to the delight of smokers, a mobile ashtray appeared, which looks like a plastic cup with a lid and can be attached to all salon cup holders.
On the ceiling there is a new rectangular lighting unit, individual light lamps for rear sofa passengers, mirrors in sun visors and a large eyeglass case. Key to updated Chevrolet Niva became foldable and, in addition to the folding metal working part, received two buttons that control locks and burglar alarms. Speaking about the Chevrolet Niva, describing the advantages after restyling will take much longer than listing the shortcomings.
For an additional fee, you can install an on-board computer in the Chevrolet Niva salon. Assembled specifically for installation in the Chevrolet Niva, Matrix BC does not need a special place, or masters, or adaptation. The on-board computer is installed in place of the control lights. Moreover, all the functions of the "controllers" remain in place - they are duplicated by the "Matrix", which allows you to preserve the functionality as much as possible. The on-board computer, the full name of which is the State Chevrolet Niva "Matrix", has a non-volatile memory. Even in the event of a complete power outage, Matrix retains all data and is easily updated independently. For on-board computer"Matrix" is characterized by the following functions:
Plasmer (carries out drying and heating of candles)
Afterburner (reset controller settings when switching from gasoline to gas)
Tropic (ventilation and system and cooling system control)
Trip computer
Maintenance
Diagnostics
Speech warning synthesizer
Alarm signal
In May 2010, GM-AVTOVAZ management announced the start of assembly of improved Chevrolet modifications Niva. Structural changes helped to reduce the overall noise in the cabin, improve handling characteristics and smoothness. The gearshift lever has undergone a restyling, due to which, when the torque is reached in the range of 3500-4500 rpm, the noise level has significantly decreased. The decibels that annoyed many car owners were also reduced by the use of a modernized transfer case, the output shafts of which have double-row bearings and the cardan shaft is equipped with modified angular equal velocity joints. The latest innovation not only resulted in a reduction in noise, but also in a significant reduction in vibration.
To improve rider comfort, handling characteristics and ride smoothness, the GM-AVTOVAZ engineering body has changed the assembly process of the arm bushings, front suspension and suspension arms. An improved assembly procedure has made it possible to increase the rigidity of the suspension linkage axles, allowing the Niva Chevrolet 2011 to more smoothly overcome the unevenness of the road surface.
Others were also improved, imperceptible to the naked eye, but directly affecting driving performance car features: improved spring clamps, thanks to which, by compensating for shrinkage of hoses, leaks in the engine cooling system are not allowed, many key components received corrosion protection. To prevent premature aging and destruction, the anti-corrosion protection of interior fasteners and some parts made of engine compartment, clutch cylinder, battery strip, wiper blades, power steering mechanism housing.
Of the interior modifications, the most noticeable was the change in the ease of winding up and removing the seat belts for the driver's seat and the front passenger seat.
In June 2010, the production of Chevrolet Niva 2010 began in the new Papyrus color. Since the beginning of production Chevrolet Niva overview colors represented the five primary colors. Periodically, limited editions of cars in other color shades are produced. "Papyrus" is a golden beige color with a metallic effect. The most popular 2010 Chevrolet Niva body colors are "Snow Queen" - light silver metallic, which accounts for a quarter of all cars sold, "Milky Way" - black and blue metallic and "Quartz" - dark gray metallic, each of the colors occupies approximately 20% of the color model share. In September 2009, an exclusive batch of 150 off-road vehicles painted in a unique color "Black Uni" was released - deep, mystical, black without the "metallic" effect. The limited edition was timed to coincide with the seven-year anniversary of the launch of the production of cars of the updated Niva line. Chevrolet forces joint Russian-American venture GM-AVTOVAZ.
From January 1 to chevrolet cars Niva 2011 has been extended warranty period. Now the warranty is 2 years or a mileage of 35 thousand kilometers. Before guarantee period was half as long, and the warranty mileage was 30 thousand km. The management of the joint venture GM-AVTOVAZ shows an enviable friendliness towards its closest competitor - the Volga Automobile Plant, which produces its "cousin", an analogue of the Chevrolet Niva - the NIVA Lada 4x4 off-road vehicle. Moreover, the directorate of the Russian-American enterprise offered its resources and capabilities for the restyling of the VAZ NIVA-Lada, said Igor Komarov, president of AVTOVAZ. AVTOVAZ counts on GM-AVTOVAZ assistance in modernization car Lada 4x4, which the Volga Automobile Plant cannot carry out on its own due to a lack of engineering personnel and modern equipment.
In April 2011, GM-AVTOVAZ announced its intention to increase Chevrolet Niva sales by at least 30% by expanding the model line.
GM-AVTOVAZ release a new Chevrolet Niva SUV based on a classic Soviet car off-road With all-wheel drive- "Niva" VAZ-2121 since 2002, when, under the terms of the agreement, when organizing a joint Russian-American venture, the joint venture received the right to use not only a car platform, but also legendary brand"NIVA".
In total, more than 1,700 global changes were made to the basic progenitor model of the VAZ-2121. Only in the period from 2009 to 2010, about 60 engineering solutions. In 2010, more than 20 serious constructive changes. Naturally, the quality characteristics increased the attractiveness of the SUV, but on the 2012 Chevrolet Niva, prices also rose noticeably.
In August 2011, the production of the Chevrolet Niva in the "Lux" configuration began - GLS and GLC (an assembly similar to the GLS with air conditioning pre-installed at the factory). Comes with airbags and ABS system. Simultaneously with the start new configuration the price of Chevrolet Niva 2012 cars has increased. In the minimum L \ LC assembly, the cost of Chevrolet Niva has risen by 5 thousand rubles, and the price new Niva Chevrolet in the GLS \ GLC configuration increased by 25 thousand rubles.
Another serious rise in prices took place on January 1, 2013. For a Chevrolet Niva car, the price in the L \ LC configuration increased by 3 thousand rubles, for a Chevrolet Niva car, the price in the more expensive GLS \ GLC configuration rose by 4 thousand rubles, and in the LE (Limited Edition) configuration with an extended off-road training the price of the Chevrolet Niva has become more expensive by 5.7 thousand rubles.
How much does Chevrolet Niva cost today? In total, the price of Chevrolet Niva 2013 in official dealer centers depending on the configuration will be as follows:
L - from 447,000 rubles.
LC - from 476,000 rubles.
LE - from 505,000 rubles.
GLS - from 518,000 rubles.
GLC - 545,000 rubles.
In the spring of 2013, GM-AVTOVAZ begins construction of a new engineering laboratory, workshops for press and body production and a logistics center, where the restyled Chevrolet Niva will be developed and assembled, which will be launched in mass production planned for 2015.
In the official press release of the joint venture GM-AVTOVAZ regarding the results of the work of the design bureau, Jeffrey Glover, general director of the joint venture, said that the new Chevrolet Niva will have nothing in common with today's model. The developers assure that it will be a completely different machine in all respects. The restyled new Chevrolet Niva car will receive a different body, a completely changed interior design, but most importantly, a more powerful power unit.
It is planned that SUVs will be equipped with a new gasoline engine with a volume of 1.8 liters and a power of 125 hp, an upgraded gearbox and a new transfer case. Install option not excluded diesel engine. The general director of the joint venture GM-AVTOVAZ admitted that in the near future to install on the Chevrolet Niva diesel engines not planned, but the designers are considering such a possibility. Among the most significant changes will also be an upgraded suspension.
The main thing, according to Jeffrey Glover, is that new chevrolet Niva, like its predecessors, will remain all-wheel drive SUV. The future all-terrain vehicle will retain the dimensions of the previous Chevrolet Niva, the weight will remain 1400 kg in the gears, all the best off-road qualities of the domestic "rogue" will be increased. According to the assurances of the general director of the joint venture GM-AVTOVAZ, the management of the auto enterprise does not intend to follow the fashion and move towards the SUV either now or in the future.
The official premiere of the restyled Chevrolet Niva is scheduled for August 2014 as part of the Moscow International Motor Show.