Good afternoon, dear readers. The topic of today's article is the weak points of the Chevrolet Niva car. The article was written based on 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 the wheelbase, body shape, transmission and more expensive interior trim. In fact, it was a new car, the most unified 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 to sell the Niva brand to the General Motors corporation. GM made more than 1,700 design changes to the car and organized production under its own brand in 2002. So the VAZ 2123 became a Chevrolet Niva.

Until 2009, the car was produced practically unchanged, in 2009 a shallow restyling was performed during which the car received several trim levels, plastic lining on the 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 factory on fine-tuning the model.

Weaknesses of pre-styling Shnivy 2002-2009

Engine.

The engine is reliable, and drives near death, spare parts for it are common and are in any collective farm, there are only three problems with it:

- it is very weak for the field. 79 horsepower accelerates the car to 100 km / h in 19 seconds, overtaking and speeds above 110 km / h are difficult for the car.

- as a consequence of the first two points - high fuel consumption. In winter, in the urban cycle with warming up, 16-18 liters are quiet, on the highway 8-9, the mixed cycle is a utopia.

Clutch.

The clutch with its own release bearing (in a plastic cage) does not like swinging very much. The clip melts and the clutch is lost! 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 - half of the car will have to be disassembled

Transmission.

Transmission.

With timely maintenance, there are no problems with it.

Transfer case.

The unit is quite capricious, if the downshift and neutral are switched on relatively easily, then the interaxle blocking at the slightest wear is turned on with great effort. The transfer case usually does not howl, but due to the backlash of the gears, it contributes to the sound of transmission shocks. When buying a car, be sure to check the center-to-center lock. On my 2 machines, it turned on with problems.

Cardan shafts.

Before the restyling of 2009, the car bryakat with cardans…. After 2009, this problem was fixed, but shocks in the transmission remained due to the design of the transfer case and gearboxes with drives.

Body.

Decay begins in the wheel arches, door bottoms and sills. Color quality is not high and chips bloom quickly.

The body also desperately needs improved noise 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 drawback of the body is a very small trunk (but this is not surprising given the size of the wheelbase of the cornfield), 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 in 2009 Made the cornfield a little better, but not without a fly in the ointment.

Engine.

With the transition to Euro-3 and higher, an exhaust gas catalytic converter was introduced. In our conditions, it refuses to 60,000-80,000 km of run and is replaced by our optimizers with a flame arrester from cars with Euro-2 engines (while the environmental class is reduced, but money and fuel are saved.

There are quite a few negative reviews on the 16-valve Opel engine offered as an option, so we will not consider it.

Also, after restyling in 2009, the air conditioner became available in 2 basic trim levels (before restyling it is an option). In general, a car with an air conditioner is more comfortable, but due to a 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 blows from the transmission were gone, but the difficult engagement of the center lock remained, and the release bearing was never cured.

By body

Plastic linings for fenders and doors became hotbeds 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's plant.

Equipment and configurations since 2009

Let's summarize.

For the money, the Chevrolet Niva is a great car. The price-performance ratio is excellent….

In conclusion, I suggest you watch this video review of the Chevrolet Niva:

That's all for me today, if you know other weak points of the Chevrolet Niva, or you have something to supplement the article, write comments.

The Chevrolet Niva is a five-door compact SUV with permanent all-wheel drive. The release of this model was launched in 2002. It is worth taking a closer look at the Chevrolet Niva car. Reviews, the weak points of the SUV - further in our article.

A brief history of the model

In 1977, on the basis of the Volga Automobile Plant, the VAZ-2121 car was launched into production. Simple, not outstanding design, but good performance and technical characteristics have led to the fact that the production of "Niva" continues to this day.

In 1998, AvtoVAZ presented a concept at the auto show that was supposed to replace the usual Niva.

The model received the index 2123, but there were practically no fundamental differences - the model differed only in the five-door body.

In 2001, the launch of a new "Niva" was started, however, financial problems at AvtoVAZ did not make it possible to establish mass production. The machines were built in small batches. The management decided to sell the brand. General Motors acted as the buyer. The employees of the concern have done a great job and made more than 1,700 changes in the design of the Chevrolet Niva. The model became completely independent.

Further development

In 2006, the Americans completely bought out all the rights to this model. In 2009, a large-scale restyling was carried out, during which the body received a new design. Also, the interior trim has changed, sound insulation has been significantly improved. In 2012, they announced the development of a new model, and in 2015 it was born. But first things first.

Appearance

The first generation model was distinguished by a rather attractive, but at the same time by no means bright design.

But against the background of other domestic cars, the all-wheel drive SUV looked fresh and new.

In 2009, together with the restyling, the car received a new body from the Italian designers Bertone. Thanks to the efforts of specialists working on the exterior of the Niva Chevrolet, the model began to look even better.

The radiator grille has changed significantly - the designers decided to enlarge the emblem. A new original appearance was also given to the optics - the fog lights got a round shape, new direction indicators were installed on the front fenders. The side parts of the body were decorated with plastic overlays, and the mirrors were painted. More expensive configurations were equipped with 16-inch disks.

The first thing that catches your eye at the back is the bumper. Chevrolet Niva has a special platform that is designed to facilitate loading. Also, the bumper is equipped with special grilles, the functions and tasks of which are not only decorative. Thanks to this innovation, it was possible to improve air circulation in the vehicle interior. In general, the design commands respect even from those who really like to look closely at the little things.

Salon

The designers did a great job on the interior as well. But this was done not just like that, but at the request of the owners of cars of the first generations. For example, the interior of the restyled Niva Chevrolet has become more ergonomic - several new compartments have been added.

Also, many have appreciated the cup holders and the glove box, which no longer sags. In addition, the changes touched and which no longer rattles. The interior is illuminated by two lamps.

The steering wheel is three-spoke and the dashboard feels richer. It was also significantly improved. In addition, the Americans also took care of safety - the car is equipped with airbags and pretensioning belts. Added the ability to increase the volume of the trunk by folding the rear row of seats. The tailgate has a locking function in one of three positions.

All owners of these cars now have an ignition key with a remote control. What can you say about the Chevrolet Niva car in general? The interior is more ergonomic, made with high quality, materials are quite reliable and durable, and the assembly is at a high level.

Specifications

Despite the fact that the appearance of the SUV has changed significantly, there is no need to talk about improving the technical characteristics in the car from 2009. Everything is still quite modest.

Under the hood is a 1.7-liter gasoline unit for 80 horses.

But this is not a sports car, but a conqueror of mud and swamps. The maximum possible speed, according to the passport data, is 140 km / h. However, this is more than enough for a quiet ride.

The SUV has a permanent all-wheel drive, 5-speed manual transmission. The transfer case is almost identical to that used on the VAZ-2121. Fuel consumption in urban conditions is 14.1 liters, and on the highway - 8.8 liters.

Options and prices

There are several basic configurations of the Chevrolet Niva car. Price, characteristics are different. So, in the LC version, an air conditioner is available. The LE is equipped with air conditioning and off-road preparation.

Luxury trim levels - GLS and GLC.

A LE + version is also available - this is comfort based on a suite. As for the cost, the basic version can be purchased from authorized dealers at a price of 399,000 rubles, which is quite affordable.

Reviews: pros and cons

With the advantages everything is clear - there are many of them in the Niva Chevrolet car. Reviews of weaknesses are also emphasized quite often. Among the shortcomings, the interior design is still distinguished. The owners expected a little more for their money. Many are not satisfied with rough buttons, cheap trim materials. The drive to reduce production costs is the wrong move, according to the automotive community.

But the interior is not everything. During operation, there are also flaws in the Niva Chevrolet car. Reviews of the weaknesses of the car are often identified: buyers note the imperfection of the chassis and problems with electronic equipment. This is manifested in the operation of the power windows. On the undercarriage, customers criticize ball joints and seals. These parts are made of low-quality materials that are subject to rapid wear. The starter and generator only work properly for 80,000 km, and then they can fail and damage the fuses.

The body is also not without flaws: the car is prone to corrosion. The first thing you should pay attention to when analyzing a Chevrolet Niva car is reviews. Weak spots for corrosion are thresholds (sometimes clients even cite photos as evidence). If there are paint chips on the surface, then the car is especially vulnerable in these places.

Owners also face problems in the operation of the checkpoint: it is practically the same as that of the VAZ 2103. When working with it, extraneous sounds are often heard, and if you accelerate the Niva to 120 km, the plastic in the cabin may begin to vibrate.

But at the same time, many people like the car for the cost and cross-country ability. It was appreciated by extreme lovers, residents of villages, where off-road is a harsh routine. And they are ready to put up with these disadvantages, because a car of similar quality at such a price is hard to find. In addition, there is no car without flaws.

People often and with pleasure choose the Chevrolet Niva SUV. The price, its characteristics are very acceptable. No other manufacturer is ready to offer four-wheel drive, a reduced range of gears, a transfer case and a differential lock for 400,000 rubles.

New "Chevrolet Niva"

From the exterior photo, we can say that the design is quite successful. The body is quite brutal, it embodies aggression and power. The car is not suitable for the city - here it will look ridiculous. A new engine appeared on the Niva Chevrolet - 16 valves, engine power. - 120 l. from.

What changed?

The front is equipped with a huge grille that takes up half of the bumper.

Its lower part is closed by a winch. The optics are also covered with a metal grill. The impressive size of the ground clearance and large wheel arches are noticeable. Sills and arches are decorated with plastic overlays. As for the rear, it is also quite impressive. A powerful roof rack and additional headlights are installed on the roof.

The interior is not inferior in seriousness to the exterior. A completely new design awaits the owners. The dashboard looks very modern. The steering wheel is large enough with three spokes. The cabin has comfortable seats and improved sound insulation.

As the manufacturers assure, the power unit is simple and new, but at the same time as reliable as possible.

The new car "Niva Shervole" has 16 valves, a 1.8-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine produced by Peugeot. Its power is 120 liters. from. The unit has an in-line layout, four cylinders, a distributed injection system.

A 5-speed mechanic works in tandem with the motor. During its development, emphasis was placed on reliability, but an automatic machine will be available as an option. The cost of the basic configuration will be from 500,000 rubles. This is an adequate price for a car of this level.

Sales market: Russia.

Chevrolet Niva is a Russian compact SUV. According to the Association of European Businesses of the Russian Federation, it was the best-selling off-road vehicle in Russia in 2004-2008. Manufactured at GM-AvtoVAZ. The concept of the VAZ-2123 car was first demonstrated at the Moscow International Motor Show in 1998 and was presented as the successor to the Niva VAZ-2121. Serious changes in the model affected only the body, which became more spacious and acquired a more modern look, while the mechanical part was left practically unchanged. In 2001, the license and rights to the Niva brand were sold to the General Motors concern, which significantly corrected the design and in 2002 launched production of the Niva under the Chevrolet brand. In March 2009, a restyled version of the SUV was presented. The body design was brought in line with the general corporate style of the Chevrolet model line, with major changes affecting the exterior and interior design. All Chevrolet Niva cars are equipped with a permanent all-wheel drive system and a VAZ-2123 gasoline 4-cylinder inline engine with a volume of 1.7 liters and 80 hp.

The restyled version of the Chevrolet Niva is offered in five trim levels: L, LC, LE, GLS and GLC. The basic one includes central locking, power windows for the front doors, a height-adjustable steering column, power steering, alarm, headlight range control, rear folding seats 60/40, unpainted exterior mirrors with electric drive and heating, tires with 15 "steel wheels ". There are heating for the feet of passengers in the back seat, a cabin filter, cup holders and a section for small items, audio preparation (a connection block and wiring to the acoustic speakers in the front doors). The LC package includes air conditioning. More expensive GLS and GLC trim levels include an additionally improved imitation leather interior trim, interior trims, rear lighting, heated front seats, roof rails, painted mirrors and door handles, alloy wheels, isothermal windows, fog lights. The LE version stands out in the lineup, it is specially prepared for off-road conditions and assumes the presence of an external antenna and roof rails, off-road tires on black alloy wheels, an external air intake (snorkel) for overcoming water obstacles, a winch mounting bracket in front, engine protection and a front axle gearbox , rear bumper protection with tow bar (towing hitch).

A VAZ-2123 engine is installed on the car, which is a development of the VAZ-21214 injection engine with adaptation to the new engine compartment. Equipped with a multipoint fuel injection system, it has an output of 79.6 hp. at 5200 rpm and a torque of 127.5 Nm at 4000 rpm. It is clear that with such an engine, Niva does not pretend to be a dynamic car - acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h according to passport data will take 19 seconds. Combined fuel consumption is 10.8 liters per 100 km. The toxicity standards correspond to Euro-4.

The front independent double wishbone and rear dependent suspension of the Chevrolet Niva is actually the legacy of its distant predecessor, the Niva VAZ-2121. A sturdy, reliable design, perhaps not very comfortable by modern standards, but great for driving over rough terrain and poorly paved roads, and easy to maintain. Front disc brakes, rear drum brakes. However, this car is appreciated by another - a real ("honest") mechanical permanent all-wheel drive, where there is no such thing as transmission response simply does not exist. According to the manufacturer, "Chevrolet NIVA is in constant off-road readiness." A lowered row (a rare feature today) in the transfer case allows for extra traction. The parameters of the geometric cross-country deserve respect.

Considering that the car goes back to the development of the mid-80s, the designers had to work hard to improve safety. In particular, the mechanism of seat belts was improved, the power elements of the body were modernized for better damping of the impact energy. Separate versions (FAM-1) were produced with ABS, airbags and seat belt pretensioners. Since August 2011, this equipment is already included as standard in the GLS and GLC trim levels. In 2014, the seats were upgraded - now they have more pronounced lateral support, a backlash-free mechanism for adjusting the backrest position, and a new shape of the head restraints.

The Chevrolet Niva remains one of the most sought after SUVs on the market. This car will suit those who are ready to turn a blind eye to some objective shortcomings (cramped interior, small trunk, weak and uneconomical engine), but for whom the affordable price, Niva's cross-country ability, more modern, unlike its predecessor, appearance are of decisive importance and interior, a variety of trim levels. Chevrolet Niva is for those who are mentally prepared for what may have to put their hands on the car, especially if it is a brand new car.

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For the Russian hinterland, a car is better than the Chevrolet Niva. There is, of course, the legendary “Lada 4 × 4”, but if you need not only good cross-country ability, but also more or less decent comfort for trips to the city, then in this case “Niva” from GM-AvtoVAZ is the best choice on the Russian market.

For the first time, this compact SUV appeared in our open spaces in 2002, although its debut could have taken place earlier. Back in 1998, AvtoVAZ prepared for production a project that was supposed to replace the outdated Niva 2121 in the model range. But, as often happened with interesting projects of that period, there was no money for the serial production of the novelty, and in 2001 AvtoVAZ sold a license to the American concern General Motors, which a year later, having made more than 1000 changes to its "color and taste", launched production of the first generation this car.

In 2009, the SUV underwent a restyling, receiving a more modern appearance in the spirit of the corporate style of Chevrolet. Naturally, an SUV cannot be called a standard of beauty, but in general, the exterior of the Chevrolet Niva is quite attractive, easily recognizable and practical. Despite its compactness, the SUV has adjusted body proportions and high ground clearance, which significantly increases the off-road properties of the car.
The length of the Niva off-road vehicle is 3919 mm without the spare wheel and 4056 mm with the spare wheel. At the same time, 2450 mm are allocated to the wheelbase, and the front and rear overhangs are respectively equal to 721 and 748 mm. Body width - 1800 mm, including mirrors, overall width is 2120 mm. The height of the SUV is 1652 mm. The ground clearance (clearance) under the rear axle is 200 mm for a car with a full load and 240 mm for a car of curb weight with 15-inch wheels. The curb weight of the SUV is 1410 kg.

The salon can hardly be called spacious here, especially when sitting in the back row, where legroom is noticeably lacking. But at the same time, a completely ergonomic space is offered for the Niva driver with a comfortable angle of rotation of the center console, excellent visibility due to extensive glazing and a comfortable fit, especially in cars produced since February 2014, when the SUV began to be equipped with more modern seats with little lateral support and new headrests.

The noticeable advantages of the Chevrolet Niva include the luggage compartment, which can hide in its depths 320 liters of cargo in the base and 650 liters with the second row seats folded. At the same time, we note that the trunk is devoid of a threshold and has a wide doorway, which greatly facilitates loading / unloading.

Specifications. Currently, the Chevrolet Niva is offered with only one powertrain option. For its role, the manufacturer chose a reliable naturally aspirated in-line gasoline engine with 4 cylinders with a total working volume of 1.7 liters (1690 cm³), multipoint fuel injection and 16-valve timing. The engine fully complies with the requirements of the Euro-4 environmental standard and is capable of producing up to 80 hp. power at 5000 rpm, as well as up to 127.4 Nm of torque at 4000 rpm. The engine is aggregated with an uncontested 5-speed "mechanics", which allows the SUV to accelerate to a maximum speed of 140 km / h, while spending about 19.0 seconds on the starting jerk from 0 to 100 km / h. As for fuel consumption, within the city limits "Niva" consumes about 14.1 liters, on the highway it is limited to 8.8 liters, and in the combined cycle it consumes an average of 10.8 liters of AI-95 gasoline.

We add that from 2006 to 2008, this SUV was available in the FAM-1 (or GLX) modification, which was equipped with a 1.8-liter Opel Z18XE engine with 122 hp. In addition to a different engine, this version received a 5-speed Aisin manual transmission with an integrated transfer case, known from the Suzuki Grand Vitara. The Niva FAM-1 SUV was not in great demand and only about a thousand cars were sold in two years.

At the heart of the Chevrolet Niva is a monocoque body with a front independent spring suspension based on double wishbones and a rear dependent 5-rod spring suspension. The wheels of the front axle of the car are equipped with disc brakes, the manufacturer uses simple drum brakes on the rear wheels. The braking system is supplemented with a vacuum booster, and in older trim levels it additionally receives an ABS system. The rack and pinion steering gear works in tandem with the power steering. All modifications of the SUV are equipped with a mechanical permanent all-wheel drive system based on a center differential lock and a 2-speed transfer case. Together with the high ground clearance and compact dimensions, the all-wheel drive system of this SUV provides excellent geometric off-road ability, cornering stability on slippery roads and the ability to tow trailers weighing up to 1200 kg.

Options and prices. In the Russian market, the Chevrolet Niva in 2017 is offered in six equipment options: "L", "LC", "GL", "LE" and "GLC".

• For a standard set of an SUV, they ask for a minimum of 588,000 rubles. The list of its equipment includes: power steering ZF, immobilizer, power windows for the front doors, fabric interior, steel wheels measuring 15 inches, central locking, audio preparation with two speakers, isothermal glass, heated rear passengers feet and outside mirrors with heating and electrical settings.

• The car in the maximum modification is sold at a price of 719,500 rubles, and its privileges are: two front airbags, combined trim, ABS, air conditioning, fog lights, heated front seats, standard audio preparation for four speakers, 16-inch light-alloy "rollers" , roof rails and factory alarm (plus the above functionality).

Chevrolet Niva is a well-known Russian compact off-road vehicle that is the successor to the famous Soviet off-road vehicle VAZ-2121 "Niva". It is very popular among motorists, as evidenced by the classification of this car by the Association of European Businesses of the Russian Federation among the best-selling off-road vehicles in Russia in 2004-2008, as well as the fact that the Chevrolet Niva was awarded the annual professional award of automotive journalists "Off-road Vehicle of the Year 2009" in the nominations " SUV ”and“ Premiere of the Year ”, as well as awards“ For high performance quality ”at the SIA 2012 auto show. But today more than 400 thousand Chevrolet Niva off-road vehicles are already traveling on the roads of the CIS countries and Russia.

History of the Chevrolet Niva brand.

For the first time, the concept of the new off-road vehicle VAZ-2123 "Niva" was shown at the 1998 Moscow International Motor Show. As conceived by the designers, this new car was to become the heir to the famous "Niva", which by that time had already been produced for 22 years without major changes.

The new VAZ SUV essentially acquired only a more spacious five-door body, and its filling as a whole, the engine and transmission, remained without major changes. In 2001, at the pilot production facility of OJSC AvtoVAZ, the production of the VAZ-2123 was started, but it never came to the introduction of this vehicle into mass production. The reason for this unfortunate situation was that the company did not have sufficient funds for the serial production of a new car. As a result, the General Motors concern, which became very interested in this all-terrain vehicle, acquired the rights to the Niva brand ("Niva"), as well as a license for the VAZ-2123. Thanks to American engineers and designers, a significant number of changes were made to the VAZ-2123, which made it possible to consider the resulting car as an independent design.

Later, General Motors Co invested in the launch of a new conveyor, from which a new VAZ-2123 rolled off in September 2002, which lost its VAZ marking to that name and began to be referred to as the Chevrolet Niva. The manufacturer had high hopes for this model. These hopes were justified, and thanks to the Chevrolet Niva brand, the American company and the brand itself, in general, won the hearts of Russian motorists.

By the way, at the initial stage, with the full serial launch of the new Chevrolet Niva off-road vehicle, it was planned that its predecessor, the VAZ-2121, would be sent to a well-deserved retirement and removed from the assembly line. However, the old man VAZ-2121 continued to exist and its production has not stopped to this day. The reason for this was the fact that the new all-terrain vehicle, due to its significant rise in price, jumped out of the price consumer niche of its predecessor, and these two cars, in fact, were not competitors to each other. And yet, in 2006, VAZ-2121 lost its famous name, and began to be called "Lada 4 × 4", since the rights to the Niva trademark were finally transferred to General Motors.

The development and modernization of the Chevrolet Niva SUV has not stopped since its debut, technical improvements and changes were constantly made to its design, and from March 11, 2009, the release of a new restyled version of the Chevrolet Niva began, on the body of which the designers of the famous Italian studio Bertone worked.

Description, prices and history of the model range.

As we already know, the life of the Chevy Niva lineup is divided into a pre-styling period and a post-styling period.

Initially, Chevrolet Niva had two basic versions, L and GLS, with a VAZ-2123 4-cylinder in-line gasoline engine with a volume of 1690 cc and a distributed fuel injection system with a capacity of 80 hp. (58.5 kW), the maximum torque was 127.4 Nm. Such an engine allowed the Chevrolet Niva to accelerate to a speed of 140 km / h. It also corresponded to the EURO4 toxicity class, and its consumption in the mixed type, according to the manufacturer's data, was 10.8 liters per 100 km.

The GLS version, as the more expensive one, was distinguished by imitation leather interior trim, 16-inch alloy wheels with an aluminum spare wheel bracket, audio preparation, heated front seats, tinted glass, as well as fog lights and other improvements.

Later, with the possibility of adding an air conditioner, the LC and GLC configurations appeared, which corresponded to the previous versions equipped with this unit, which is very useful in hot weather.

In 2004, the company's management decided to complete all versions with electronically controlled outside mirrors with heating and audio preparation.

Among the standard lineup at the time, the Chevrolet Niva FAM-1 and the Chevrolet Niva Trophy were introduced into trial versions. The lots of these cars were initially very limited, but later their production was increased.

Chevrolet Niva FAM-1 was released in early 2006, and by the end of the same year it was decided to increase the production of this version. This version of the car received the designation GLX (index 21236 according to the VAZ specification). The car received a new Opel Z18XE engine and 5-speed Aisin mechanics, which, together with a transfer case, were assembled as a single unit. In addition to the new power unit and gearbox, this modification has acquired an ABS system from Bosch, new drive shafts, and a 10-inch vacuum brake booster. Other features include air conditioning, two airbags, a more comfortable, height-adjustable driver's seat, and seat belt pretensioners.

However, in 2008, this seemingly very good version did not find a decent demand among buyers and was discontinued. By that time, about a thousand cars had already been produced,

Chevrolet Niva Trophy - tuning modification, which was developed and intended for fans of severe off-road.

The features that distinguished this modification from the basic version were the following:

• To avoid a possible water hammer when the vehicle was wading, a snorkel was installed (a device that allows air intake from the surface space);
• Added the ability to forcibly turn off the engine cooling fans;
• A mechanical chain tensioner was installed instead of a hydraulic one;
• The gearbox received limited slip limited slip differentials;
• The transmission acquired a main pair with a higher gear ratio of 4.3 instead of the 3.9 of the base version, and its air vents were also brought out into the engine compartment;
• Now you can attach an electric winch.

New Chevrolet Niva.

The next, updated version of Chevrolet Niva, on which the masters of the Italian design studio "Bertone" worked, was released on March 11, 2009. The updated car, while maintaining its general geometric parameters and recognizability, became more in line with the general style of the Chevrolet brand. Basically, only the design elements of the exterior and interior have been changed. The main technical improvement was the new headlights with an even distribution of light output. Manufacturers were able to achieve this improvement using lenticular dipped headlights. The rear optics, in turn, have only changed their design. Here is a Chevrolet Niva crash test.

The exterior has received an updated front bumper, and the rear bumper has received special holes to improve interior ventilation. There are plastic decorative overlays for the fenders, doors and sills, which in the more expensive GLS and GLC configurations, in contrast to the basic versions, are painted in body color.

Also, the GLS and GLC trim levels, in addition to the previously existing differences from the basic L and LC trim levels, received the following additions: the roof rails of the German company Jac-Products were installed, the gearbox levers and hand-outs were supplemented with inserts "for aluminum", the audio preparation was supplemented by two front speakers, the front seats are heated and the front bumper is equipped with fog lights.

The interior of the new version of the Chevrolet Niva also received some changes. The designers have almost completely redesigned the space between the front seats: there is now a place for cup holders and crayons. The joystick for the mirrors and the control unit for the heated front seats have been moved to the lower part of the center console. The ashtray has taken on its new style as a separate element: a glass with a lid. The headliner has also undergone changes, and in the GLS and GLC trim levels there is a new console with an eyeglass case.

Now let's sort out the prices a little. A new Chevrolet Niva basic configuration without air conditioning can be purchased today from 444,000 rubles. This same version with air conditioning (LC) will cost you at least $ 29,000 more. As for the more expensive configuration, the Niva GLS can be purchased at a price of 514,000 rubles, and the Niva GLC - from 541,000. Review of the updated Chevrolet Niva 2014.

Recent improvements and plans for the future.

As for the plans for the future of the off-road vehicle, the creators and owners of this brand are very reluctant to share them. However, from those meager answers to the questions of some journalists, it became known that in the future, due to the expected transition of the Chevrolet Niva to the EURO5 toxicity standard, the car is expected to receive further improvements and additions. We can only guess which car we will see in the end and wait for its official presentation. Perhaps we will find out some new details in the near future. Well, for now, you should be content with the existing version of the Chevy Niva.

By the way, it is worth noting that the Chevrolet Niva SUV receives some improvements all the time. So, for example, only for the period from 2010 to 2012 the car received significant improvements in the suspension, which greatly reduced the noise when driving, and also increased the safety and reliability of this unit. The car window cleaning system has undergone improvements. Improved seat belts. The car was equipped with a new jack. Let's hope that before the release of the new version of the Chevrolet Niva, the specialists will not stop there and will not stop adding more improvements to the car. Reviews of Niva Chevrolet owners.

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