The plant was opened on September 12, 1998 on the day of the celebration of the 300th anniversary of Taganrog. On the same day, the first car rolled off the conveyor. 
It was the Doninvest Assol model (similar to Daewoo Lanos), which was produced in three and five door versions.
The price of a three-door hatchback with a 1.5-liter engine with 86 hp. from. was about $8000. (Max. speed - 172 km / h, acceleration to 100 km / h - 12.5 s.) The five-door version cost only $ 90 more (1999 prices). In the spring of 1999, TagAZ began mass production of the Doninvest Orion model (analogous to the Daewoo Nubira). But Daewoo Motor was unable to fully ensure the supply of components and TagAZ was forced to look for a new partner. In the same 1999, TagAZ entered into an agreement with French Citroen for the supply of components
for the production of Doninvest Orion M cars (analogue of Citroen Berlingo) In 2000, the first Orion-M heel came off the assembly line, which was equipped with two engines - gasoline 1.4 and diesel 1.9. This model was produced in cargo and passenger versions. In 2000, an agreement was signed with Hyundai Motor Company, which determined the development strategy of the plant for several years. The result of this cooperation was the licensed production of a number of models of the Hyundai concern.
Car kits were delivered from South Korea by sea to the port of Taganrog or by railway through the port of Nakhodka. 
. The first Hyundai rolled off the TagAZ assembly line in May 2001. It was a Class B car. Hyundai Accent c 16-valve 1.5-liter engine, 102 hp Since September 2002, the Hyundai Accent has been optionally equipped with an Automatic transmission. 
In April 2004, the plant mastered the production of a class "D" sedan Hyundai Sonata.
In May
In 2005, the first small-tonnage Hyundai Porter truck with a diesel engine rolled off the TagAZ assembly line. 
In April 2007, production of the model began. Hyundai Santa Fe Classic. 
And in April 2008, the first one rolled off the assembly line. Hyundai Elantra XD. 
In 2008, an agreement was reached with the Chinese Chery on the production of a sedan at the facilities of TagAZ. Chery Fora. In August 2008, TagAZ began production of this car under the new Vortex Estina brand. . Chery Fora's production
Kaliningrad is completely curtailed, deliveries of new cars from China have stopped. Also in 2008, TagAZ mastered the production of two more models under its own brand - Tagaz Tager (SsangYong Korando) and Tagaz Road Partner (SsangYong Musso). In addition, in 2008, TagAZ launched the production of composite diesel engines volume of 2.6 liters, 100 hp. (analogue diesel ssangyong), which are equipped with Tager and Road Partner SUVs. 
In 2009, TagAZ opened a new important page in its history. Own development Tagaz C100 Vega was released. Class C sedan developed on their own at a subsidiary of Tagaz Korea, which is located in South Korea. The car is equipped with a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder 16-valve engine with a capacity of 124 hp. Transmission 5-speed manual. In the basic configuration, the car is equipped with a power steering, a driver's airbag, front power windows, stamped rims R14, rear drum brakes.
Price - about 370 thousand rubles. In 2012, the Tagaz LC-10 Hardy truck appeared. TagAZ is a full-cycle automotive production, including welding and painting of bodies and subsequent assembly of vehicles.
What is happening now at the TagAZ plant
In February 2014, TagAZ was officially declared bankrupt. October 2014
There were reports that TagAZ might be bought by Chinese Chery or Korean Hyundai. According to media reports, Sberbank (the main creditor of TagAZ) is actively consulting in this direction. The site of the plant is working (www.tagaz.ru), but latest news dated August 2013. However, in some car dealerships, some Vortex models are available in the price lists.
Information as of May 2015.
Taganrog car factory(TaGAZ) began its existence in 1998, after the reconstruction of the Taganrog combine plant. New Russia a fundamentally new enterprise was needed, on the basis of which it would be possible to assemble cars of foreign companies. FIG Doninvest Finance & Industry Group financed the re-equipment, and two years later TaGAZ was solemnly opened and launched. Currently, the Tagaz lineup is represented by the following brands:
- "Tagaz",
- "Vortex"
- Hyundai,
- BYD.
SUVs from Tagaz
In addition to cars and trucks, the Tagansky Automobile Plant produces a number of crossovers that are perfect both for traveling through the streets of the metropolis and for conquering country roads. In total, the plant has 6 off-road vehicles. Let's consider each of them in detail:
Enough new model companies. The crossover has a modern, and at the same time, restrained look. The car was created for people who do not sit still, looking for something new and diverse. The car is roomy with a very large and spacious interior, it can easily fit five people, so you can hit the road big family or company. Vortex Tingo It is offered only in a front-wheel drive version and has only one type of engine:
- Gasoline engine with a volume of 1.8 liters and a power of 132 hp, which is aggregated only with 5MKPP.
The price of a car ranges from 560 to 615 thousand rubles.
Appeared quite recently, namely in 2012 and is updated version Vortex Tingo models. This model features a modified front end, improved interior design, as well as minor technical improvements. The car has:
- The same petrol engine with a volume of 1.8 liters and a power of 132 hp, but can already be paired with both a 5MKPP and a 6-speed robotic transmission.
The cost of the car is approximately 500-550 thousand rubles.
This Korean moved to Russia and became, perhaps, one of the most affordable SUVs. The car has an excellent design. And it looks very elegant. It has a large and comfortable interior, the steering wheel and seats are adjustable in height, which allows the driver to comfortably fit in the car. Various pockets, boxes, cup holders are generously located throughout the cabin and in the trunk. The car has two types of engine:
- diesel with a volume of 2.0 liters and a power of 112 hp, the box is a 5-speed “mechanics”.
- gasoline volume of 2.7 liters. and a power of 173 hp, it works in tandem with only 4 automatic transmissions.
The average price of a car is 750 thousand rubles.
The company's new crossover model. It seems that the car is copying Chinese Jac Rein. Only the front lower part of the body has been redesigned, but copying is still noticeable. Salon TAGAZ C 190 is spacious, in which the spirit of the last century is present. This car is more suitable for those who have already outgrown the domestic auto industry, but are not yet ready to pay large sums for the products of Korean, and even more so Japanese brands. The car has a single engine:
- Four-cylinder 16-valve engine with a volume of 2.4 liters. and a power of 136 hp, which is aggregated only by 5 manual transmissions.
The cost of this crossover is 710 thousand rubles.
A real frame crossover with all-wheel drive, powerful engine from Mercedes and accessories from Korea. It will be a good alternative to any SUV. Spacious and beautiful salon with armchairs made "under the skin". And large rear-view mirrors, a high landing of the car and a wide windshield will provide the driver with excellent visibility. The machine is quite simple in design, and at the same time remains very reliable and easy to operate. Engine types:
- A 2.3-liter gasoline engine with a capacity of 150 hp is paired with a 5-speed “mechanics”.
- Gasoline unit with a volume of 3.2 liters. and a power of 220 hp. 4 automatic transmissions are aggregated.
- Diesel 2.6-liter engine with 120 hp. 5 manual transmissions are aggregated.
The maximum price for this car is 675 thousand rubles.
A very large and powerful model, which began to be produced in 2008. This SUV was based on a similar Korando model of the Korean automobile plant SsangYong. We can say that the car has half the comfort and off-road talents. The design, however, remains controversial. To some, it seems beautiful, but to someone it resembles a frightening military vehicle. At the same time, the salon is quite acceptable, and as such, it does not cause any complaints. The SUV can be either 3-door or 5-door, and depending on this, it is offered with the following types of engines:
- A 2.3-liter gasoline engine with a capacity of 150 hp is paired with a 5 manual transmission.
- Diesel unit with a volume of 2.6 liters and a power of 150 hp. it is also aggregated by a 5-speed "mechanics".
- Diesel unit with a volume of 2.9 liters and a power of 150 hp, gearbox 5 speed manual.
- 3.2L petrol engine. and power 220l.s. works in tandem with 4 automatic transmissions.
Its price is 730 thousand rubles.
Conclusion
Undoubtedly, SUVs of the Taganrog Automobile Plant (TaGAZ) are very popular among consumers. Their characteristics are quite consistent with their price. The owners of these cars speak very well of them and do not plan to change them to other brands. And people who are just going to buy an SUV are waiting for new products from the plant, in which the shortcomings of previous models will be eliminated and something new will be added. Indeed, crossovers of this brand have a small price, unlike similar models from other companies. Some buyers are put off by this. Allegedly, this means that the machine will not last long and will not work well. However, those who still decide to buy a TaGaz car are very quickly convinced of the opposite.
The TagAZ model range is distinguished by great diversity and versatility. There are quite interesting specimens here, with an original appearance and quite decent technical equipment.
Tagaz series
One of these models is, with its pronounced sporty features, having the cost of a sedan budget class. Attention is also deserved by the arrangement of the interior of the car, with its sports-type seats, ergonomic dashboard and the presence of various additional options. Complements the picture of a 1.6-liter MT-engine with a system of distributed injection, characterized by high performance and reliability.
Of no less interest is the compact type sedan, hallmark which can be called its low weight, combined with a high-power engine, which turns it into a dynamic and agile vehicle, ideal for operation in metropolitan areas. It is produced in two configuration options at a price of 379 thousand and 405 thousand rubles. respectively. A 16-valve 1.3-liter engine with a capacity of 93 hp, operating on unleaded gasoline, is used as the base power unit. He is paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox.
In addition to comfortable and elegant sedans, the TagAZ line also includes all-wheel drive SUVs, such as Tager, which is the real embodiment of power and brutality. The car has a fairly generous equipment, including two powertrain options: a 2.3-liter 150-horsepower and a 3.2-liter 220-horsepower engine, produced under license from the Mercedes-Benz concern. In addition to the “mechanics”, versions with automatic transmission gear, which can be purchased for 675 thousand rubles. At the same time, the purchase of a basic modification will cost 519 thousand rubles, and more “advanced” versions will cost 619-729 thousand, which is quite inexpensive for a car of this level.
Fans of active off-road driving will be interested in a station wagon model: luxurious and dynamic, combining off-road features and an affordable, reasonable price. Under the hood of the car is a reliable and economical power unit: a 2.6-liter 105-horsepower diesel engine, a 2.3-liter 150-horsepower gasoline-powered version or an in-line six-cylinder 3.2-liter engine with 220 horsepower, aggregated with an automatic transmission gears. In addition, it has a rather pleasant price: 624 -674 thousand rubles. Separately, it is worth noting the pickup version at a price of 609 thousand rubles, which combines comfort passenger car with the capacity and endurance of a truck.
Those for whom a car is a way of demonstrating their taste and status should think about buying a car with a bright, charismatic appearance and complaisant character. This model is a successful compromise between an urban sedan that is suitable for the whole family and powerful SUV able to help out in difficult road conditions. The car is equipped with all-wheel drive, as well as a reliable productive 2.4-liter, 136-horsepower engine, characterized by good efficiency and environmental friendliness. And its undoubted advantage can be called a roomy interior and a very decent equipment offered for a moderate amount of about 710 thousand rubles.
An indispensable assistant and business partner in urban environments can be a stylish and attractive pickup truck with a carrying capacity of up to 1 ton and compact, neat dimensions. In addition to good looks, the model has a very decent equipment, including the presence of a 1.3-liter 78-horsepower gasoline engine And mechanical transmission. Suspension: dependent type, on springs. The interior of the car has fabric seat upholstery and woodgrain consoles and dashboard trim. Cost: 359 -389 thousand rubles, which is one of the lowest figures in its segment.
Under the brand "Vortex"
The model also occupies a worthy place in its lineup. It is equipped with an unpretentious and economical 1.5-liter, 109-horsepower gasoline engine, has good handling and comfort in operation, as well as a very attractive price of 320 thousand rubles.
Lovers of comfortable and fast cars perfect, elegant sedan with a complete set worthy best models European assembly. It owes its excellent dynamics and endurance to one of the options for power units installed under its hood: a 1.6-liter 119-horsepower or 2.0-liter 136-horsepower DONS. It has an original design solution for the body and a comfortable, fairly spacious interior. At the same time, the cost of a car is about 399 - 469 thousand rubles, depending on the configuration.
One of the most technologically advanced models in its production segment is Estina FL-C, a luxury sedan equipped with a package of functional applications latest generation, including intellectual system indicators, anti-theft system, etc. It has a 1.5-liter 109-horsepower engine and an independent suspension type, including MacPherson strut at the front and a spring link option at the rear. Costs this model about 489 thousand rubles.
Crossover fans will surely be interested in another representative of the Vortex line: which combines the best features of an urban sedan and a dynamic SUV. The main "feature" of the car is its efficiency, which is amazing for a model of this class. The average fuel consumption of its 1.8-liter 132-horsepower engine is only about 7.5 liters. There are modifications with traditional "mechanics" and a progressive robotic transmission option. Cost: 499 -554 thousand rubles.
Magnificent and unique in its own way, a car with a high ground clearance (109 mm) and a powerful 1.8-liter 132-horsepower engine, which allows you to feel great both on city roads and country roads of varying complexity. And, thanks to the availability of convenient and spacious interior and a spacious trunk, this car, which costs 559 - 614 thousand rubles (for various configuration options), is ideal for traveling.
With the sonorous name of Hyundai
Speaking of comfort and reliability "on wheels", one cannot fail to mention a typical representative of the glorious Hyundai family, which combines an affordable price and exceptional quality. The car, produced in 5 modifications, is equipped with one of the options for a gasoline engine: a 1.5-liter 16-valve 102-horsepower or 12-valve 90-horsepower DONS. It has a hydraulic clutch drive and a complete package of electrical equipment. Its cost at the same time leaves from 377 to 432 thousand rubles. for different versions respectively.
Lovers of the classics will like it, having an exceptional supply of interior space and comfort. The awards it has received for quality and reliability testify to the exclusivity of this car, and its appearance inspires envy and respect, so that this model can successfully perform as a car for the whole family, attacks and an executive class car. Equipped with one of the engine options: 2.0-liter, 2.7-liter DONS with 132 and 172 hp. respectively. At the same time, the price of the model fluctuates in the range of 557-744 thousand rubles.
For those who care about cross-country ability and catchy design, it is suitable, which has a clearance of 207 mm and a memorable appearance, which, combined with excellent handling and power (the car is equipped with a 2.0-liter diesel engine and a 2.7-liter gasoline power unit), turns it into a versatile and reliable means of transportation. Cost: 713 - 835 thousand rubles.
Among the representatives of a commercial type car, it is worth noting that it is equipped with a 2.5-liter "diesel engine", which is quiet and economical. The price of the model is about 485 - 515 thousand rubles. In addition, the “heavyweight” is very interesting. Hyundai HD 500 with its powerful diesel turbocharged 380-horsepower engine, capable of transporting cargo weighing more than 19 tons on a coupler, as well as buses of the series Hyundai County designed to carry passengers, among which there are specialized "school" versions.
BYD line
Separately, it is worth mentioning the representative of the brand "BYD", which is suitable for those who are looking for an economical and practical car for themselves. affordable price. The car has a system front wheel drive and a 1.6-liter 100-horsepower engine, and is sold at a price of 350 thousand rubles.
Given such a variety of proposals, it remains only to make a choice and try it out in practice.
TagAZ (TagAZ) - Taganrog Automobile Plant. It is one of the largest automotive manufacturers in Russia today. This is a modern dynamic company focused on the production of world-class cars.
In 1997, the construction of the TagAZ plant began, which was carried out under the license of Daewoo Motors and financed by Doninvest Finance & Industry Group. The total investment exceeded $260 million.
A year and a half later, the plant was ready for the production of cars, and on September 12, 1998, a solemn official opening. However, difficult times began at the new automobile plant almost immediately - the "Koreans" Leganza, Nubira and Lanos, which received the names "Condor", "Orion", "Assol" at TagAZ, did not take root in the Russian market. In the case of Orion, the unstable supply of parts from the Daewoo concern also added difficulties, and the release of this model, which began in the spring of 1999, ended with the assembly of only a few hundred copies.
In 2000, TagAZ signed an official contract with Hyundai Motor Company to start assembly in Taganrog. Hyundai car Accent. After that, the company's financial affairs improved significantly, and already in early April 2001, the first Russian-assembled Hyundai Accent rolled off the assembly line. In mid-2002, the production of this model with an automatic transmission began.
In 2004 Hyundai noted the Taganrog plant with an award for a high-quality level of production organization. In the same year, industrial production of a business class sedan, the Hyundai Sonata, began. In 2005, the TagAZ model range was supplemented by a Hyundai Porter light commercial truck.
In 2006, TagAZ received the "Best commercial vehicle 2006 in Russia" for Hyundai Porter, and in the same year it was launched mass production Hyundai buses County. In 2007, the Santa Fe SUV was put into mass production at the plant. At the same time, its generation at that time was already considered "previous" (the so-called Santa Fe New was already produced in Korea), so the Santa Fe, produced in Taganrog, received the Classic additive to the name.
Also in 2007, TagAZ acquires two licenses from the Korean car manufacturer Ssang Yong at once, both licenses for the production frame SUVs- Musso and Korando, which began to be produced under the names Road Partner and Tager, respectively.
In the spring of 2008, TagAZ added to its catalog of models - Hyundai Elantra XD, which also belonged to the "previous" generation of the Korean Elantra. Updated after a year model range: TagAZ displays on Russian market two cars own design. One of them is budget sedan Tagaz Vega (originally C-100).
In September 2008, GM Daewoo (GM DAT) filed a lawsuit against TagAZ, accusing the company of industrial espionage. However, the Daewoo company failed to prove this, but this news affected the reputation of the Russian company.
In 2008, TagAZ began cooperation with a Chinese company producing cars under the Cherry brand. The new products of the Taganrog plant have their own name - Vortex. The first model to be released under this brand was Estina (Cherry Fora).
In 2010, at the Moscow Motor Show, four new items from TagAZ were presented, which appeared on sale under the Vortex brand: Yuna (a modified Chery QQ6), Corda ( Chery Amulet), Elana (Chery Mikado) and Tingo ( Chery Tiggo). All new models were put into series production in 2011.
Despite the difficulties with the Tagaz Vega project, the TagAZ management team does not leave attempts to create its own model range. At the same Moscow Motor Show in 2010, full-size mockups of the following models were shown: 2 B100 and D100 sedans, as well as a Q100 crossover. Initially, these models were planned to be launched into mass production before 2012, but due to the crisis, this was not possible.
In 2012, the Estina model went through a number of improvements that affected both the appearance of the car and its specifications, and on October 12, 2012, a restyled version was launched into mass production -Vortex Estina FL-C.
In the near future, TagAZ plans to conclude a license agreement with a Chinese car manufacturer - the company Great Wall. This news cannot but rejoice - after all, the company's model range will increase.
The novelties of the TagAZ lineup include the Aquila model. This is a C-class sedan with a sporty appearance. The test assembly of the model was carried out in February 2013, and the first sales took place on March 15, 2013. Automobile TagAZ Aquila Available in four colors: white, yellow, red and black. The sporty appearance of this model will not leave indifferent even the most fastidious buyers. In addition, a significant plus is the cost of this model - it is offered at the average cost of a C-class sedan. On the first day of sales, 2 cars were sold, at the moment all cars are made on pre-order. As of May 1, 2013, more than 2,500 applications have been completed.