In order to survive in the fierce competition, the Russian auto industry needs fundamental changes. This thesis is confirmed by statistical and analytical studies of reputable organizations such as "Autostat". The current state of affairs does not suit either consumers or producers. According to VTsIOM, motorists drive mainly old domestic cars (up to 2006) due to their availability. More modern models for their class are expensive, foreign ones are not available to most citizens.

Old car companies lack modern technology. New factories lack resources. Some localized production facilities closely cooperate with global automotive brands, which allows them to create their own promising developments. Thanks to this, the ability to produce inexpensive and reliable technology takes on real shape.

Prospects for the development of the domestic auto industry

At the end of 2015, the Ministry of Industry of the Russian Federation, based on research materials from the Boston Consulting Group (an international consulting company), developed a “Development Strategy automotive industry for the period up to 2020 ". The program includes the following steps.

1. Maximum full saturation of the domestic market with domestic machines.
2. Increase to the maximum of the share.
3. Development of Russian brands popular in Russia and abroad.
4. Production of key components, localization of production of main products and complete sets of all brands.
5. Expansion of the patent base and R&D.

The developers of the "Strategy" see 4 possible scenarios for the development of the automotive industry: the current vector, partnership, a closed market, a large exporter. The second way seems to be the most realistic - “Partnership”. It is this scenario that is taken as the basis of state policy, within the framework of which the Russian auto industry should receive about 600 billion rubles. Unfortunately, this strategy does not give "tactical" measures, but it presents the expected results.

• from 60% to 20% in monetary terms.
• The production of domestic vehicles will amount to 2.38% of Russia's GDP.
• For every 1000 population of the Russian Federation, 363 people will buy Russian cars.
• The number of road accidents will decrease by 25-30%.

The document shows the volume of investments by years in the largest car factories: AvtoVAZ, Gaz, KAMAZ, Sollers. Considering the low attractiveness of the Russian car industry for large investors, progress is evident. Cooperation agreements were signed at VAZ with Sollers and Renault, at KamAZ with Daimler AG. In 2010, the Peugeot-Citroen and Mitsubishi Motors plant was opened in Kaluga, Volkswagen launched the production of Skoda Fabia.

The history of the development of the Russian car industry

The history of the automotive industry in the Russian Empire began at the end of the 19th century. The technical novelty did not receive recognition among the nobility. Domestic development almost ceased, resuming only in 1917 at a carriage factory in Riga. Here they assembled products, first on the basis of imported components, and later on their own production.

With the outbreak of World War I, the government funded money for the construction of auto factories in Yaroslavl and Moscow (AMO). During the war, the Riga Automobile Plant switched over to the production of aircraft and missiles. His specialization was used in the USSR in the space industry. The first Soviet passenger car was produced at AMO in 1924. The F15 model was far from world standards. The plant reconstructed and mastered the production of trucks of the US Ford Motor Corporation. In the period 1931-33, it became known as the ZIS. Further development ZIS received during World War II. He was taken to the Urals, where UlZiS and UralZiS were formed.

Under the license of the Ford Motor Company, trucks and cars began to be produced in Gorky (now Nizhny Novgorod). The GAZ plant demonstrated great productivity, its products were used to equip the Soviet army. At the same time, during the war, the design development of a passenger car was carried out. They ended with the release of an excellent, one-of-a-kind Victory. This car raised the reputation of the automotive industry in the USSR. The interest in it was so high that export models were created. And sold abroad - it was a breakthrough!

The subsequent stages of the development of the automobile industry of the USSR fell on the middle of the last century. Automobile factories VAZ, GAZ, MAZ, KrAZ, KamAZ, ZIL, UAZ appeared. Of these, enterprises on the Volga (VAZ, KamAZ, UAZ) operate on the territory of the Russian Federation, Nizhny Novgorod (GAS). Soviet cars make up two-thirds of all passenger cars in the country. These are Volga, Oka, Niva, Moskvich, Zhiguli, Zaporozhets. Trucks of the brands KamAZ, MAZ, KrAZ, ZIL are known and deservedly popular not only in the domestic market, but also far beyond the borders of Russia. Machines have undeniable advantages:

• reliable and frost-resistant cars;
• equipment is provided with inexpensive maintenance and spare parts;
• the high cross-country ability of vehicles is due to the conditions of their operation on the difficult roads of Russia;
• low, in comparison with foreign analogues, the cost of cars.

And further. Despite the unsightly appearance, domestic passenger cars are remarkable for their vitality. The indefatigable "Victory", the fast beauty "Volga", the old, reliable hard workers "Muscovites" and "Zhiguli". This means that the Russian car industry, which is now associated with low quality, could achieve high success. The industry needed and. Instead, there was the irreparable failure of 1990-2000.

The current state of the Russian automotive industry

AvtoVAZ, GAZ, KamAZ are among the old large car factories in the Russian Federation. Over the past 10 years, joint ventures have been established with various foreign companies.

The lag of the Russian auto industry in the production of light vehicles is compensated by the production of heavy buses and special equipment.

AvtoVAZ is actively developing, improving its Lada. In 2015, the Lada car showroom was opened in Hungary. Buses are manufactured by the Lipetsk Automobile Plant. The well-deserved Paziks have turned into modern PAZ low-floor buses. GolAZ specializes in the production of agricultural machinery and large buses. Heavy "Urals" continue to roll off the conveyors of UralAZ. The first private company in the Russian Federation, AK Derweiss, appeared in 2002 in the North Caucasus.

Vehicle type	State of domestic production	Comparison at the end of 2013 (data from OICA)
Heavy buses	Championship in Europe.	173 148 units - China 23 107 units - Russia 12 460 - European Union
Special equipment,	The brand is popular in the Russian Federation and in the world: trucks, mainline, military equipment.	Its factories are located in Kazakhstan, Ethiopia, Pakistan, Vietnam. The KamAZ truck is a multiple winner of the Dakar.
Passenger sector	GAZelle, Sobol, Sadko, Volga are widely used for commercial and industrial purposes.
SUVs	All-wheel drive UAZs are actively working in the army, units of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

Trends in the development of Russian automotive production

The growth in the production of domestic cars began in 2010, however, at an insignificant pace. The main direction of development is the strategy of production of foreign models. The joint development of Chevrolet-Niva appeared. Foreign concerns are building their own car factories on the territory of the Russian Federation. Examples are Ford Motor Company, Sollers-Naberezhnye Chelny. Foreign passenger vehicles such as BMW, Chevrolet, Hummer, Kia are assembled at Avtotor in the Kaliningrad region.

Our products are competitive with. Its export has become possible, and there are prospects in this direction. Free large markets must be studied and occupied intensively. Deliveries to Vietnam, Iran, Algeria will amount to 15, 30 and 22 thousand units of chassis and bodies by 2020, respectively. Expanding exports can support recovery and sustainable development domestic auto industry.

As part of the "Strategy", it is planned to raise employment in the industry from 0.8% to the level of advanced "automobile" countries. In the EU, it averages 2%. Experts see good prospects for the automotive industry in the practice of introducing special investment contracts... A chance for the development of the industry in Russia is also given by a reduction in the production of foreign cars.

Despite not the best reviews about the domestic auto industry (often quite objective), there are still quite a few lovers of Russian cars in our country, and the fact that more than a third of sold passenger cars account for domestic manufacturer - confirmation of this. Still, a more affordable price and relatively inexpensive repairs and maintenance are doing their job. Again, sanctions and the general crisis in the country have significantly inflated prices for spare parts for foreign cars. So in the near future, no matter what, we should not expect a decrease in demand for the domestic auto industry (as shown by the sales statistics). Therefore, we decided to compile the following rating of the best Russian cars , for which we selected the 10 most popular cars among Russians and summarized data on them (ratings and reviews) on the country's leading auto portals. If you want to know which cars in Russia are the best, the most reliable, the most comfortable, the most popular, the most beautiful and the most "stuffed" cars, what are their advantages and disadvantages - then you are here ...

10th place: Lada 4 × 4 (Niva)

69 out of 100 points

On the 10th place we have placed, one might say, a legendary, irreplaceable car for any summer resident, hunter and fisherman - VAZ-2121 "Niva" ... Designed and launched in the distant 80s, a car with permanent all-wheel drive, a large ground clearance of 22 cm and small body overhangs, which together provide excellent cross-country ability, quickly found its fans not only in our country, but also abroad. Moreover, it is this car that is essentially considered the progenitor of the class of compact SUVs, so popular in our time. Our SUV is distinguished by its low price, unpretentious operation and repair, minimal equipment (the motto is “only the most necessary”). With a 4-stage 1.6 liter engine and 80 hp. Talyatinskaya "Niva" picks up speed of 100 km / h in 17 seconds, while its maximum speed according to the passport is 142 km / h.

Advantages of Lada 4x4:

• Passability. A car for Russian roads.

• Reliability.

• Liquidity.

• Controllability. Good handling both on the track and off-road.

• Maintenance cost. Inexpensive to operate and repair.

Disadvantages of Lada 4x4:

• Dynamics. Weak engine - hence the weak acceleration.

• Profitability. High fuel consumption.

• Noise isolation. As such, there is no sound insulation - the cabin is noisy.

• Build quality. Poor build quality and materials used.

• Painting quality. Poor coating, rusts quickly.

It should also be noted here that the more advanced Lada 4x4 Urban, which has been produced since 2014, looks more cheerful and is better equipped: there is an air conditioner, as well as heating and electric side mirrors. The reviews for this car are much better, and in our rating it would take a place closer to the middle.

Lada price 4x4 (3 doors) at the beginning of 2016 : from 465,700 rubles. up to RUB 493 200

The price of Lada 4x4 (5 doors) at the beginning of 2016 : from 506 700 rub. up to 514,200 rubles.

The price of Lada 4x4 Urban at the beginning of 2016 : 511 700 rub.

Sales statistics for Lada 4 × 4 in Russia in 2015.

In 2015, more than 35,000 new Lada 4 × 4 cars were sold in Russia - this is the 4th place among russian models and 9th place among all car models.

9th place: Chevrolet Niva

70 out of 100 points

In 9th place we have - " Chevrolet niva” , which, in fact, is the "daughter" of Vazovskaya Niva, but in fact she did not go so far from her (as they say "an apple from an apple tree ..."). Despite the fact that Italian designers worked on the appearance of this car, and in 2002 Niva passed to the General Motors concern, some of the shortcomings she left from her “mother”, and some she acquired herself. Although, of course, she acquired many advantages, mainly related to improved comfort. It is available in basic configuration power steering, power windows, alarm and other little things. Again, don't forget about the full-fledged five-door body.

If we compare the VAZ and Generalmotor Niva, then both have good cross-country ability and reliability (of course, by the standards of Russian cars), only the Lada 4x4 is less expensive and less comfortable in comparison with the Chevrolet. Which of these cars is better, is it worth paying 20% \u200b\u200bmore for a car and whether you need comfort, if you are already accustomed to the harsh Russian fishing or hunting - it's up to you ...

Advantages of the Chevrolet Niva:

• Passability. A car for Russian roads.

• Reliability. Reliable car - usually does not fail.

• Liquidity. Good value for money.

• Controllability.

• Salon. Sufficiently spacious interior.

• Microclimate. And the stove heats well, and the air conditioner decides.

Disadvantages of the Chevrolet Niva:

• Dynamics. They say that the dynamics are even worse than that of the Lada 4x4.

• Profitability. Not weak fuel consumption.

• Noise isolation. Hum at high speed.

• Build quality. Not the most best quality assembly and materials used.

• The trunk. Small trunk.

• Transmission. Fuzzy gearbox operation.

Chevrolet Niva price at the beginning of 2016 : from 555,000 rubles. up to 662,000 rubles.

Sales statistics for Chevrolet Niva in Russia in 2015.

In 2015, more than 31,000 new Chevrolet Niva cars were sold in Russia - this is the 5th place among Russian models and 10th place among all car models.

8th place: Lada Kalina

72 out of 100 points

On the 8th place we got "Lada Kalina" - you can say "the Cinderella of the domestic car industry." Kalina, which began production in 2004, has experienced many ups and downs: at first (as it always does), the new car that came out seemed damp, AvtoVAZ even had to periodically recall some batches of these cars. Kalina was positioned as a workhorse: a simple, unpretentious, convenient and cheap car to operate, and in the end, she began to be perceived by Russians, which confirmed the first place in sales in Russia in 2011.

In the wake of this success, VAZ decided to make a significant modernization of the Lada Kalina, and in 2013 the “second generation” model was released - “Cinderella” tried on new shoes. And, I must say, she liked them - a new engine, new box gears, improved suspension, again improved design and level of comfort - all this turned Kalina, if not into the “most desirable” car, then into quite an interesting, dynamic and pleasant car to drive and operate. Spacious salon, high ground clearance, low fuel consumption, value for money - all this also makes Kalina one of the best and most reliable, as well as one of the cars closest to Russian realities.

Advantages of Lada Kalina:

• Salon. Despite the seeming diminutiveness, the interior is quite spacious.

• Reliability. Quite a reliable car.

• Liquidity. Good value for money.

• Controllability. Good road holding.

• Fuel consumption. Moderate fuel consumption (on the highway -6l / 100km, in the city - 8-9l / 100km).

• Passability. Large ground clearance.

Disadvantages of Lada Kalina:

• Noise isolation. Very poor insulation.

• Build quality.

• Additional compartments. Small glove compartment. Lack of all kinds of drawers and shelves for things.

The price of Lada Kalina at the beginning of 2016 : from 415,000 rubles. up to 564,000 rubles.

Sales statistics for Lada Kalina in Russia in 2015.

In 2015, more than 35,000 new Lada Kalina cars were sold in Russia - this is the 3rd place among Russian models and 8th place among all car models.

7th place: Lada Priora

74 out of 100 points

7th place is taken by us “ Lada Priora" , which is essentially a restyled model of the usual “ten”. Nevertheless, during its creation and development, many errors and diseases typical for the tenth model were “cured”. In addition, the Priora received a more interesting and aesthetically pleasing look and a richer and more comfortable interior: sound insulation was improved, higher-quality interior trim and more pleasant so-called “soft” plastic were used.

A 98-horsepower engine can accelerate our Priora to 100 km / h in 11.5 seconds. The maximum speed is 183 km / h. At the same time, fuel consumption is quite moderate - 7.2 liters per 100 km. In general, if you are afraid of “raw” cars about AvtoVAZ, then you should take a closer look at the Lada Priora, as the development of which has almost 20 years of history and to which the definition of “brought to mind” can be attributed to some extent.

Advantages of Lada Priora:

• Maintenance cost. Cheap spare parts and, as a result, inexpensive to operate.

• Reliability. A reliable car - usually does not fail.

• Dynamics. Quite a good speaker.

• Controllability. Excellent handling.

• Salon. Sufficiently spacious interior.

• Fuel consumption. Acceptable fuel consumption.

Disadvantages of Lada Priora:

• Noise isolation. Poor insulation.

• Build quality. Not the best build quality and materials used. Creaks and rattles have a place to be.

• Painting quality. Unstable paint.

• Transmission. Not the clearest operation of the gearbox.

The price of Lada Priora at the beginning of 2016 : from 389,000 rubles. up to RUB 464,000

Lada Priora sales statistics in Russia in 2015.

In 2015, more than 28,000 new Lada Priora cars were sold in Russia - this is 6th place among Russian models and 13th place among all car models.

6th place: Lada Granta

73 out of 100 points

Ranked 6th "Lada Granta" essentially positioned as budget car, which in principle is justified to some extent - having received a more modern layout and reaching a higher level of safety, Granta remains one of the most affordable cars on the Russian market. It was this car in 2011 that replaced all by that time obsolete VAZ cars: “Samara” and “classics”, and in the future it was supposed to displace (replace) the “Kalin” family, on the basis of which Granta was actually developed.

If the appearance of Grants can be safely called tasteless, then in terms of the distribution of internal space, the car came out very nothing - the interior turned out to be very spacious and to some extent comfortable, and the trunk is very roomy. In the "Standard" configuration, Grant is equipped with an electric power steering, front power windows and on-board computer... In the luxury configuration, the car receives a very good level of equipment for Russia: air conditioning, heated front seats, alloy wheels, heated mirrors and electric drive.

By the way, in 2015 “Lada Granta” became the best-selling car in Russia - more than 120,000 new cars were sold by “AvtoVAZ”.

Advantages of Lada Grant:

• Salon. The salon is spacious enough.

• Reliability.

• Liquidity. Good value for money.

• Controllability. Good road holding.

• Fuel consumption. Moderate fuel consumption.

• Dynamics. Frisky enough car.

• The trunk. Large trunk.

Disadvantages of Lada Grant:

• Noise isolation. Very poor insulation.

• Build quality. Not the best build quality and materials used. The plastic starts to creak periodically.

The price of Lada Grant at the beginning of 2016 : from 383,000 rubles. up to 542,000 rubles.

Sales statistics for Lada Grant in Russia in 2015.

In 2015, more than 120,000 new Lada Granta cars were sold in Russia - this is the 1st place among all car models sold in Russia.

5th place: UAZ Patriot

75 out of 100 points

If you like larger and more solid cars, then you are in 5th place in our rating. Here we have "UAZ Patriot" - our full-fledged SUV, which is somehow hard to call budgetary, nevertheless, compared even with the “inexpensive” Chinese “GreatWall” (from 850 thousand rubles) and Korean “SsangYong” (from almost 1 million rubles), it is quite can be called more affordable. And if you take into account the fact that by handing over an old car under the scrappage program you can get a discount of 90,000 rubles, and when buying on credit you can add a discount of 50,000 rubles here, then the price for the initial complete set is only around 640,000 rubles ... But first things first.

The UAZ Patriot, released in 2005, replaced the UAZ Simbir, which can be considered our first full-fledged off-road vehicle (similar to foreign analogues, and not to army off-road vehicles). At the same time, the Patriot received a spacious five-seater interior and a very spacious trunk, in which, if necessary, you can install 4 more seats. The rear seats can also be transformed for the convenience of transporting bulky goods (the volume of the luggage compartment increases to 2500 liters).

During all this time, the UAZ PATriot has been repeatedly restyled, which, on the one hand, gradually relieved it of numerous "sores", and on the other, increased the level of comfort, safety and aesthetics. Released in 2015. the updated Patriot is offered with air conditioning, parking sensors, heated front and rear seats, heated windshield, with multimedia and navigation system... Any of the configurations is possible with 2 engines to choose from: a 135-horsepower 2.7-liter petrol injection or 113-horsepower 2.2-liter diesel. Both engines are fast enough - you can accelerate up to 100 km in 11-12 seconds. Fuel consumption can also be said to be moderate - 11-12 liters per 100 km.

In general, if you are not afraid of our cars with their not always high-quality assembly and it is not known where the “sores” come from, you are limited in funds, but you want a solid and “towering over everyone” car, then the UAZ Patriot is quite a good option.

UAZ Patriot advantages:

• Passability. Large ground clearance. High cross-country ability.

• Salon. Very spacious interior.

• Liquidity. Quite good value for money.

• Controllability. Excellent handling both on the track and off-road.

• The trunk. Just a huge trunk.

• Reliability. A somewhat reliable car.

Disadvantages of UAZ Patriot:

• Painting quality. Not always a good paint finish.

• Build quality. The build quality and materials used sometimes leave a lot to be desired.

Price for UAZ Patriot at the beginning of 2016 : from 779,000 rubles. up to 1,099,000 rubles.

Sales statistics for UAZ Patriot in Russia in 2015.

In 2015, almost 20,000 new UAZ Patriot vehicles were sold in Russia - this is 7th place among Russian models and 21st place among all car models.

4th place: Lada Largus

77 out of 100 points

In 4th place we also have a somewhat monopolist - practically the only budget wagon in Russia "Lada Largus" ... The car, which appeared not so long ago (in 2012), which is essentially a copy of the Dacia Logan MCV, immediately found its fans, who were attracted to Largus by multifunctionality and versatility. At the same time, AvtoVAZ offers 5 different versions: 5-seater and 7-seater conventional station wagons, 5-seater and 7-seater station wagons Largus Cross with increased (by 25mm) ground clearance, as well as a Largus van, that is, you can choose a car specifically for your goals.

In terms of equipment and design, the Lada Largus does not stand out in anything, nevertheless, a seemingly nondescript car is unpretentious in operation and very practical in use. A 102-horsepower engine is usually quite enough (if you do not load the car "to the very tomatoes"), and the increased base and soft suspension add control and comfort to the car in motion.

Advantages of Lada Largus:

• Salon. Very spacious interior.

• Reliability. A reliable car - usually does not fail.

• Liquidity. Whatever one may say - one of the cheapest station wagons.

• Suspension. Very soft and indestructible suspension.

• The trunk. Large trunk.

Disadvantages of Lada Largus:

• Dynamics. The engine is rather weak - the loaded car barely drives.

• Profitability. Not weak fuel consumption.

• Noise isolation. As always, not up to par.

The price of Lada Largus (station wagon 5 seats) at the beginning of 2016. : from 524,000 rubles. up to 634,000 rubles.

Sales statistics for Lada Largus in Russia in 2015.

In 2015, almost 39,000 new Lada Largus cars were sold in Russia - this is the 2nd place among Russian models and the 7th place among all car models.

3rd place: Lada Vesta

78 out of 100 points

The prize-winning three is opened by a brand new recently released "Lada Vesta" ... If we were to compile a rating of the most beautiful Russian cars, then the new AvtoVAZ would confidently take first place, but we have a rating of the best, and here, despite the fact that Vesta offers the most advanced set of functions in Russia, there are still many questions.

Vesta is assembled in the city of Izhevsk at the Lada Izhevsk plant (formerly Izh-Avto), and the chassis, engine, gearbox and some other parts are supplied there from Togliatti. In the first six months since the release of 1 car from the assembly line (September 25, 2015), 15,000 cars have already been produced.

Lada Vesta is equipped with a 106-horsepower 1.6-liter gasoline engine, which allows it to accelerate to 100 km / h in 11.8 seconds. and reach maximum speed at 178 km / h. In the near future, it is planned to give the novelty another 1.6-liter 114-horsepower engine produced by the Renault-Nissan automaker.

We bring to your attention an article in which you will find the following information on the "Lada Vesta": the most detailed analysis, technical characteristics, configurations and prices, advantages and disadvantages, owner reviews, differences between mechanics and a “robot”, sales statistics, crash test results, pros and cons when buying Vesta, and much more.

In Lada Vesta, even the most basic configuration (Classic for 529 thousand rubles) pleases with good equipment:

• electric power steering
• front power windows
• electric drive and electric heating of outside mirrors
• heated front seats
• two airbags
• automatic door locking function when driving
• central locking
• daytime Running Lights
• system of exchange rate stability and ABS

The "Comfort" package includes air conditioning, parking sensors and an audio system. The most top-end configuration is equipped with light and rain sensors, heated windshield, rear view camera, multimedia and navigation system, and light-alloy wheels.

On all trim levels (except for the base one) it is possible to change the manual transmission from Nissan to robotic box transmissions from Tagliati. The issue price is 25,000 rubles.

Once again, I note that the car is new and still quite "raw", so there are not many reviews and ratings for it, therefore, its rating may go up or down in the near future. But I would like to hope that such a good-looking and conceived device will ultimately meet our expectations.

Although Russian car brands cannot compare with German, American and Japanese car companies, they are nonetheless important players. In the Soviet years, they played a huge role for the country and enjoyed superpopularity. In our time, the popularity of Russian domestic car brands falls, but, nevertheless, according to the statistics of sales of new cars, some car brands of Russian origin remain the most popular in terms of sales.

Despite the decline in popularity and the onset of competition, Russian cars cannot be disregarded. Many car companies, after years of decline, are slowly but surely beginning to develop. That is why our domestic cars are worthy of mention. In general, it should not be discounted either, since our cars have enormous development potential. Despite the huge decline in new car sales in the country, the Russian market is still among the ten largest markets in the world. It is noteworthy that this achievement became possible in a very short time.

With today's article we are opening a series of publications that will be dedicated to all car brands in the world. In each new article, we will talk about the car brands of each country, which is known throughout the world for its cars. Of course, we devote the first publication to Russian brands that were 30-50 years ago, some of which are still their new vehicles.

Aurus

• Project start year: 2012 - present
• Headquarters: Moscow, Russia
• LLC "Aurus"
• Web site: https://aurusmotors.com/

The first since the time of Nicholas II, a luxury line of super-expensive cars in our country, which can be purchased by an ordinary person, subject to the availability of an appropriate amount of money. It is assumed that already produced and still being developed today cars (a polysemantic name, which includes both the Latin word Aurum - "gold", and the particle "rus" - personifying Russia, Russian production) will begin to be sold not only in Russia and the CIS countries , but also cars will be delivered to Europe, Asia and South America.

In the middle of 2018, it was known that for the production of exclusive cars, production facilities were built on the territory of NAMI "Central Research Automotive and Automotive Institute" NAMI "", where small-scale assembly of cars is still taking place.

At the same time, the volume of the annual circulation was planned in the region of 200-300 cars, with the possibility of connecting the Sollers capacities with the growth of world demand. In 2019, it was announced that the Sollers-Yelabuga plant was being re-equipped for serial production of the Aurus Senat and Aurus Komendant cars.

Serial production in Yelabuga should begin in 2021. It will include a full cycle: stamping of parts, welding, assembly, painting and production of engines.

Despite the wide range and variety of models: sedan and limousine, convertible, and minivan and even, all cars will be built on a single modular platform. Aurus-41231 (SB) / 41231 limousines, Aurus-4123 sedans, Aurus-4124 crossovers, Aurus-4125 minibuses in versions with long and short wheelbase.

The Russian Rolls-Royce, as the Aurus Senat was nicknamed in the media, became the first car from the line to be shown to the public. A full-fledged limousine Aurus Senat L700 was activated on May 7, 2018.

Today, the official website offers two models for purchase: Aurus Senat and Aurus Senat Limousine - in a long wheelbase version. Further the lineup will expand with the Aurus Arsenal minivan and the Aurus Komendant SUV. Cars can also be armored, as was the armored presidential version.

LADA

• Company foundation year: 1966 - present
• Headquarters: Togliatti, Samara region
• Founder / Parent Company: AvtoVAZ CJSC
• Web site:https://www.lada.ru/

This is one of the most famous domestic car brands in the world, which was founded in the 60s and still produces cars. In the Soviet years, Avtovaz was the largest manufacturer of Lada cars, most of which were exported to all of Western Europe. Recall that the first Lada models were based on Italian Fiat cars. Outwardly, some Zhiguli models were very similar to Italian cars.

However, despite the similarities, the first Lada cars were not actually Italian Fiats. It was really ours Russian car exterior design, which was written off from Fiat.

The most popular models in the history of the brand are cars of the following series: "408", "412" and "2142".

Production of Muscovites started in the pre-war years, but the car did not enjoy success until 1949, when the first modern model Moskvich 400 entered mass production ... Thanks to Opel technologies, AZLK released the first Moskvich 400 model, which was based on the Opel Kadett.

The Moskvich brand gained its greatest popularity in the 70s and 80s, when the economy of the USSR was growing. But unfortunately having survived the decay Soviet Union, the brand has not survived to this day. In 2002, Moskvich was declared bankrupt. In 2006, Renault acquired some production lines of the AZLK plant in Moscow, where some Renault models were subsequently produced.

In 2009 the German company Volkswagen acquired the right to the Moskvich brand. The VAG group of companies owns the right to use the name "Moskvich" until 2021.

Moskvich 400	Moskvich 401	Moskvich 423
Moskvich 410	Moskvich 407	Moskvich 423N
Moskvich 430	Moskvich 411	Moskvich 403
Moskvich 424	Moskvich 432	Moskvich 408
Moskvich 426	Moskvich 433	Moskvich 412
Moskvich 434	Moskvich 2138	Moskvich 2733
Moskvich 2315	Moskvich 2140	Moskvich 2141
Moskvich Svyatogor	Yury Dolgoruky	Prince Vladimir

OTHER OPERATING RUSSIAN CAR MANUFACTURERS

GAZ Nizhny-Novgorod

• Company foundation year: 1932 - present
• Headquarters: Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
• GAZ Group
• Web site:https://azgaz.ru/

The Gorky Automobile Plant, which is abbreviated as GAZ, is a Russian automobile company that was founded in 1932. At first the company was named Nizhny Novgorod. Then the name of the manufacturer was changed to "Gorky". But later the company received the abbreviated name "GAZ".

It is our leading manufacturer of commercial vehicles in the country. The company specializes in the production of automotive components, power units, cars, heavy and medium trucks, large buses and light commercial vehicles ( etc.).

UAZ

• Company foundation year: 1941 - present
• Headquarters: Ulyanovsk, Russia
• Founder / Parent Company: Sollers
• Web site:https://www.uaz.ru/

The Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant has the abbreviated name "UAZ". It is a large Russian car manufacturer. Manufactures trucks, buses, and sports cars... In addition, the company produces military equipment... The most popular model is the UAZ-469.0020. Other popular cars manufactured by the company: UAZ-31514, UAZ-31519, UAZ-3153, UAZ-3160, UAZ Bary (UAZ-3159), UAZ Simbir and UAZ Hunter.

KAMAZ

• Company foundation year: 1969 - present
• Headquarters: Naberezhnye Chelny, Tatarstan, Russia
• Founder / Parent Company: Kamaz Group
• Web site:https://www.kamaz.ru/en/

The Kama Automobile Plant produces vehicles under the Kamaz brand. The company specializes in other automotive equipment. The company was founded in 1969. For the first time, the serial production of cars began in 1970. It is not only one of the best manufacturers trucks in our country, but also one of the best in the world. For a long time, Kamaz vehicles have been the undisputed leaders and winners of the regular ones.

Thanks to these races, Kamaz has gained a reputation for safe, reliable and powerful vehicles. The plant is currently producing 260 trucks in a day. The Kamaz company produces 93,600 vehicles per year.

DERWAYS AUTOMOBILE COMPANY

• Company foundation year: 2003 - present
• Headquarters: Cherkessk, Russia
• Founder / Parent Company: Mercury Group
• Web site:https://www.derways.ru/

Derways Automobile Company was founded in 2003 and is one of the first private car manufacturers in Russia in our country. The company specializes in the production of SUVs, compact cars and two-door coupes. The company produces 100,000 vehicles a year. Derways Automobile Company also has a joint production with the Chinese Group company. The most popular vehicles produced in the partnership are Lifan 320 and Cowboy.

Spetsteh LLC

• Company foundation year: 1967 - present
• Headquarters: Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
• Founder / Parent Company: Not available
• Web site:https://www.spetsteh-mir.ru/

The Russian company "Spetsteh" is based in Nizhny Novgorod. The company specializes in the production of wheeled and tracked all-terrain vehicles... In addition, Spetsteh is a major manufacturing player. Also "Spetsteh" is a supplier of components for the "UAZ" plant.

Dragon motors

• Company foundation year: 1983 - present
• Headquarters: Ulyanovsk, Russia
• Founder / Parent Company: Not available
• Web site:https://www.rcom.ru/dragon-motor/

The production of the Dragon Motors company is located in Ulyanovsk. The company produces off-road vehicles and is engaged in vehicle tuning. The company first introduced its car in 1985, which was called "Laura". The car has received many diplomas and awards. Since car company Dragon Motors has produced many amazing cars. The vehicles of this brand are distinguished by reliability, safety and exceptional individual style. Here are some best models OHTA, Astero, Jump, Proto-LuAZ.

AVTOKAM

• Years of the company's activity: 1989-1997
• Headquarters: Naberezhnye Chelny, Russia
• Founder / Parent Company: Grigory Rysin
• Website: Not available

Avtokam was a Russian car manufacturer. The company's plant was located in Naberezhnye Chelny. The company was founded by several organizations: L. Ya. Karpova, Ivanovo Heavy Machine Tool Plant and Interlap. Avtokam was incorporated in 1989. For the first time, the production of cars began in 1991. The plant produced the Autokam Ranger and Autokam 2160 models. However, for unknown reasons, the company decided to stop production, after which in 1997 the company ceased to exist.

MARUSSIA MOTORS

• Years of the company's activity: 2007–2014
• Headquarters: Moscow, Russia
• Founder / Parent Company: Nikolay Fomenko, Andrey Cheglakov, Efim Ostrovsky
• Website: Not available

Marussia Motors is a Russian sports car manufacturer. The headquarters was located in Moscow. was founded in 2007. The company has developed sports cars "B2" and "B1". Marussia Motors with the former Formula Racer driver Nikolai Fomenko, more than once became the winner of various competitions. Despite some success in the world of motorsport, the company went bankrupt in 2014. Initially, the brand hoped to solve financial problems with outside help, but without finding support, it was declared bankrupt.

We tried to collect in this article the maximum number of popular and well-known Russian car brands. We hope our series of publications will help you learn the history of many of the world's car brands. In the next article, you will learn everything about Korean car brands.

When choosing a car, many buyers face a difficult choice, whether to buy a used foreign car or buy a new model of a domestic automaker from the showroom. If even 10 years ago this question would have been rather rhetorical, today it makes sense to study the market well, because the new products of the Russian car industry, which should arrive in the salons of the Russian Federation during 2018-2019, are in many ways not inferior to the cars of European, Asian and American manufacturers. Of the advantages of a car developed by the best car manufacturers in Russia, it is worth noting:

• reliability and readiness for harsh operating conditions;
• affordable cost;
• stylish modern design;
• excellent technical characteristics;
• inexpensive repair and maintenance.

New products of AvtoVAZ 2018-2019

Public Joint Stock Company "AVTOVAZ" is the largest Russian car manufacturer, more than 50% of which are currently owned by the Renault-Nissan alliance. The result of cooperation between engineers and designers of the two enterprises will be new models that will surprise you with a spectacular exterior, comfortable interior and high functionality.

Lada Kalina

The popular model in 2018 will receive new design, as well as a number of significant technical improvements.

The car has slightly increased in size, received a stylish front bumper, an upgraded chassis, a more comfortable two-color interior, high-quality noise insulation and a number of modern functions to assist the driver.

As before, the car will have three body options:

1. compact hatchback;
2. classic sedan;
3. roomy station wagon (Cross).

Also in 2019, it will be possible to purchase a sports version of this model, called Lada Kalina NFR. In the basic configuration, the car will be front-wheel drive, but the manufacturer promises that as an option, the sports Kalina can get all-wheel drive.

Lada Vesta

Soon, several new versions of the front-wheel drive will arrive at car dealerships. passenger car Lada Vesta.

• classic SW wagon;
• model high cross-country ability SW Cross and Cross Sedan;
• extended Signature sedan.

All models will receive an elegant body shape with a roofline sharply lowering to the rear pillars, a recognizable x-shaped front end design, stylish interior trim, a wide range of useful functions, as well as economical power units with a capacity of 106 and 122 hp.

Lada largus

In 2018, the Lada Largus station wagon will be sold under the name Dacia Logan Stepway. In addition to the new name, the model will receive an updated exterior, stylish interior design and a number of modern technical solutions that will significantly improve the technical characteristics and functionality of the car.

The new Largus is planned to be released in three modifications:

1. 5-seater station wagon;
2. 7-seater minivan;
3. van.

The 2019 Largus line will not do without new items with improved characteristics, because it is these models that attract the attention of European motorists to the models of the domestic auto industry. Spacious, roomy, reliable and ready for the realities of Russian roads, Largus Cross should go to showrooms in the second half of 2018.

Lada priora

With the release of a number of new models, interest in the Priora slightly decreased, which pushed the manufacturer to the next restyling.

The 2018 and 2019 car received:

• completely new design front bumper and the radiator grille in the characteristic X-style of the new models;
• updated LED headlights;
• reinforced body;
• comfortable lounge;
• economical gasoline engines of 1.6 and 1.8 liters.

The rest of the model will remain the same, because the management of AVTOVAZ has more than once announced the termination of Priora production, and therefore finds it inappropriate for a more substantial restyling that requires large investments.

Lada granta

Reliable and economical, classic design and good driving performance, affordable prices for consumables and spare parts, as well as the availability of models with both manual transmission and automatic transmission, raised Grant last year to the first positions in the ratings of domestic cars. Granta became the best-selling VAZ model in 2017, and the updated version took the place of the most anticipated novelty of the Russian car industry, the release of which should start during 2018-2019.

The new Granta will acquire a characteristic X-face, LED running lights, slightly modified body geometry and improved aerodynamic performance. The dynamics of the car will also please with rather modest consumption indicators (7.2 - 9.8 liters).

Connoisseurs of drive and speed will be able to opt for the sports version of the Granta model, for which a powerful 114-strong power unit is intended.

Lada 4x4 or Niva-3

The well-known Niva will be replaced by a new car with off-road qualities and full driven Lada 4 × 4 2018. A large and powerful crossover with a charismatic appearance and impressive technical characteristics promises to be a revolutionary model for the domestic automotive industry.

The concept of the novelty, which received the big name "California", was presented to the public in the fall of 2016 as part of the Moscow International Motor Show. What will be the serial all-wheel drive Lada, we can evaluate this fall. Previously, the model was supposed to receive two modifications:

1. City crossover with plug-in all-wheel drive.
2. SUV with permanent FWD, 6-speed manual transmission and low gear.

Lada XRAY

In 2019, the beloved XRAY will receive significant changes, turning it into a stylish and ready-to-travel crossover not only along the ideal streets of megacities.

At the end of this year, two new models should appear in Russian salons:

1. XRAY Cross;
2. XRAY Sport.

The cars received not only a noticeable restyling, which added sporty dynamism and male aggressiveness to the stylish X, but also a serious revision of systems and components, which had a very positive effect on the main indicators of the car.

The main difference between the sporty and comfortable urban version will be in the powertrain. For the Cross model, these will be economical engines developing powers of about 114 and 123 hp, and for the Sport modification, a turbocharged 150 hp engine.

Lada X-Code

Another conceptual crossover that has become the trendsetter of the new fashionable X-style of Lada cars. The stylish exterior with a distinct off-road character is complemented by noteworthy technical specifications.

If outwardly the X-Code has a few similarities in style with the new XRAY models, then it is really unique in the cabin. The combination of minimalism and high functionality combined with quality materials and modern technologies will make the interior of the conceptual novelty of the automotive industry unique and unlike any domestic car produced in 2018 and 2019.

Also, the car will receive a hybrid power plant.

New UAZ 2018-2019

The company's slogan: "UAZ - Natural Drive" / "UAZ - Nature of Movement" is fully implemented by the engineers and designers of the company. Despite fierce competition, new models of SUVs assembled at the Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant are in demand not only in Russia, but also in many European countries.

UAZ Patriot

UAZ will start updating the model range with the most popular SUV model. The project of the car is already ready and on the network you can find many preliminary renders of the exterior and interior of the new Patriot.

As you can see in the photo, the car will receive a new design of bumpers and a radiator grille, an updated shape of the headlights, practical roof rails, large wheel disks (up to 18 inches) and functional interior filling.

Will delight the conquerors of off-road and modified technical partbecause the 2019 Patriot will receive:

• more reliable chassis;
• a line of powerful power units that meet the requirements of EURO-6;
• mechanical or automatic transmission gear;
• multifunctional assistant in the form of the Vision ADAS system;
• complete system passive and active safety.

The updated model will be available in 4 trim levels.

UAZ Profi

The company's engineers and designers are working on new modelwhich will receive:

• more spacious 4-door five-seater cab;
• shortened cargo platform;
• new design of the front;
• improved driving characteristics;
• reliable 2.7 liter gasoline aspirated.

The exact date of the start of sales of the main competitor of Gazelle has not yet been announced. But most likely the car will become available towards the end of 2018 or in the first half of 2019.

"Cortege"

An ambitious project, which was first talked about a few years ago in 2018, will be implemented.

The line of premium cars for top officials of the state will include:

1. sedans;
2. limousines;
3. off-road vehicles;
4. minibuses.

The first domestically produced government limousine was already presented to the head of state in July 2017 and the first cars of the series are to be delivered to the government garage in the near future.

Of course, representatives of such an elite class will not be launched into mass production, but the manufacturers promise that in 2019 those wishing to become owners of the Cortege series models will be able to purchase a car on an individual order, choosing the desired configuration in the optimal price category.

The cost of the cars will vary from 6 to 25 million rubles.

The possible release of a stylish crossover in the popular SUV segment was first discussed back in 2015. Preliminary images of the car were registered with Rospatent.

But what will really be the expected domestic crossover UAZ is hard to say. It is known that the Italian studio Pininfarina won the competition to create the exterior of the novelty. But the sketches and designs submitted for the competition are carefully hidden.

At the moment, the project has been suspended, but there is no talk of closing it yet.

New GAZ 2019

In the near future, GAZ Group plans not only to increase sales in Russia, but also to enter the markets of Asia, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East, offering competitive models in such popular market segments as:

• trucks;
• heavy trucks and swamp-going vehicles;
• buses and electric buses;
• vans;
• buses;
• special equipment;
• mobile food trucks.

New Volga

The Volga GL 5000 model, which GAZ engineers and designers have been working on for quite a long time, can take on real shape as early as 2019. Photos of the prototype car were presented to the public, but the automaker is in no hurry to show the real model, keeping the intrigue.

It is known that the novelty will acquire a radically new design, unlike any other domestic car. Obviously, the updated version will be stylish and effective, but designed exclusively for urban environments. The car will be equipped with a 3.2-liter gasoline enginedeveloping 300 hp and 6-speed automatic transmission.

The cost of the new Volga will be in the range of 4-7.5 million rubles (depending on the configuration and the availability of additional options).

Gazelle NEXT

Most popular on domestic market model will receive a number technical improvements... In the near future it is expected to release a "heavy" version of this vehicle with a carrying capacity of 2,618 tons. Of the technical improvements, it is worth noting:

• reinforced frame;
• reliable springs and rear axle;
• disc brakes;
• powerful 149-horsepower turbodiesel;
• 6-speed manual transmission.

Lawn NEXT

The tenth generation of GAZ trucks will receive:

• impressive carrying capacity of 5.95 tons;
• rear air suspension;
• reinforced braking system;
• reliable 171-horsepower YaMZ-534 engine and 6-step mechanics;
• platform for 12 Euro pallets.

Expected that updated model will occupy a niche that was vacated after the termination of the production of domestic six-ton \u200b\u200bZIL.

GAZ heavy trucks and swamp vehicles

In 2018-2019, heavy-duty novelties of the Russian automotive industry should enter the market. GAZ Group is developing a whole line of vehicles for difficult terrain, which will include:

• heavy cargo "Ural" 6 × 4;
• pickup and van "Vepr";
• floating swamp-going vehicles based on the Sobol model.

GAZ buses and electric buses

In this market sector, the company is ready to offer modern bus models that provide maximum comfort for passengers on long journeys. Particularly noteworthy are such bus models, the production of which will begin in 2018 Cruise and Scania, as well as the updated LiAZ electric bus.

New KAMAZ models

The Kama Automobile Plant plans to replenish the lineup with a whole series of new products, including updated versions well-proven trucks on the roads of Russia and completely new models.

The most anticipated novelty will be the KAMAZ-54901 model. To produce this powerful truck tractor, the company built a new plant in Naberezhnye Chelny. The car will have:

• european level of comfort;
• the reliability of the main components and assemblies;
• powerful 12-liter 450-horsepower turbodiesel.

Also in 2018-2019, the market should enter:

• Hybrid garbage truck 65208 with a 10 km supply of electric ship.
• Tractor 54909 with a plug-in front axle powered by powerful hydraulic motors.
• A 6 × 4 semitrailer tractor, indexed 65209, with a liftable middle axle, which is capable of pulling a road train weighing up to 45 tons.
• Low-floor bus NEFAZ-5299-40-52 with an increased level of comfort, accommodating 106 passengers.
• Peron model of the NEFAZ-5299-40-52 bus, designed specifically for work at major international airports.

Conclusion

Most of the new products are presented by domestic car manufacturers at the Moscow International Motor Show, which is held every two years. How will they look production cars, and what will impress the technical innovations of the 2019 models, we will find out at the end of August by visiting MIAS-2018, which will traditionally be held at the Crocus Expo IEC.

Russia is one of largest manufacturers cars in Europe. Every year, tens of thousands of vehicles of all sorts leave the conveyors of numerous factories - from budget subcompacts to large luxury SUVs. And we are talking not only about cars of Russian brands. In recent years, car manufacturers from all over the world have been striving to increase their influence in the domestic market, for which purpose they open new factories and assembly lines in Russia.
Now in our country they collect Chinese LIFAN, GEELY, BRILLIANCE and CHERY, French RENAULT, German VOLKSWAGEN, czech SKODA, Korean HYUNDAI and KIA, Japanese NISSAN and many, many other cars of the world's leading manufacturers. And how do you make a choice in such an incredible variety? Let's take a look at the main aspects that are worth paying attention to first.

1. Vehicle type: subcompact hatchback, family sedan, fashionable crossover, passable SUV, practical station wagon - everything is collected in Russia! There are even much rarer models such as a van, a sports hatchback or an all-terrain station wagon. So decide for what needs you first need a car and, based on this, choose its type.
2. Engine: among cars russian assembly there are both owners of modest engines with a volume of 1.3-1.4 liters and a capacity of less than 100 hp, as well as proud owners of power units with a volume of 2 liters or more, already producing under 200 hp. The former provide high fuel efficiency (up to 5 liters of gasoline per 100 km of track in the extra-urban cycle), the latter - high speed and high-torque. If you're looking at all-wheel drive off-road models, the torque numbers are also worth looking at. It is the moment that influences how well the car will handle off-road conditions when driving at low speeds.
3. Equipment: the most well-equipped budget models of the Russian assembly are, as a rule, cars chinese stamps... But Europeans, Japanese and Koreans are more advanced and modern solutions... But they also cost more, of course. The optimal ratio of a rich configuration and a reasonable price can be called the latest models of the main russian brand LADA. Cars such as VESTA and XRAY received equipment at the level of the best foreign models, but at the same time retained quite competitive prices.
4. Safety: when buying a car in the 21st century, in no case should you ignore the issue of protecting passengers. It is desirable that there are at least three basic passive and active safety systems on board the car: front airbags for the driver and front passenger, anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic brake force distribution (EBD). Well, the more such technologies are implemented on board the car, the better. Looking through the complete set of the model, pay attention to the presence of such abbreviations as ESS, BAS, ESC, VSM, ESP, AFU, TPMS.
5. The level of adaptation to Russian climatic and road conditions: all domestic models, of course, were prepared for testing at the design stage russian roads and weather. But this is far from an exception. Nowadays, many foreign manufacturers do not skimp on adapting their cars for the Russian market. For some, it is larger and more thoughtful, for others it is less. For example, Korean, which is very popular in our country kIA model RIO received an increased ground clearance of 160 mm and a plastic crankcase protection, an increased capacity battery (48 Ah), a heating system with increased power (4650 kcal), treatment of the body and bottom with an anti-corrosion coating, as well as treatment of the radiator with a material that protects against aggressive external environment.

After theory, it's worth moving on to practice! In our showroom there are several dozen cars assembled in Russia from leading domestic and international manufacturers. You will definitely find a car to your liking.

Buying a Russian-assembled car in the showroom authorized dealer "RIA AVTO", you get a car with an ideal ratio of price and quality, because the production established in our country allows companies to save on the transportation of finished products. In addition, the "Russian registration" of the vehicle guarantees the constant availability of high-quality original spare parts. And, finally, the vast majority of such models are undergoing additional adaptation for operation on the territory of our country.