Lada Line-up in 2016 Moscow
International Motor Show
The Russians are pushing Lada further
into the 21st century with the XCode Concept presented at the 2016 Moscow
International Motor Show.
The study previews a small SUV that has its eyes set on the Nissan Juke
and carries a modern look, with an X signature sculpted on its sides, a sloping
roofline and futuristic wheel pattern.
The automaker is not keen on revealing
more secrets about the XCode, but states that it contains "a range of
perspective solutions, including possible application of turbo engine and
all-wheel drive transmission, as well as telematic platform Lada Connect,
allowing to operate the vehicle systems by smartphone and in the future to use
cloud services in the car."
Joining it under the spotlight in Moscow
is the Vesta Cross Concept Sedan, a more rugged version of the four-door
vehicle, equipped with special cladding to protect it in light off-roading, an
increased clearance and larger wheels. First demonstrated in 2015, the Vesta SW
Cross Concept is also on display,featuring extended cladding and a jacked up
suspension.
While these two Vestas are all about
exploring, another study, the Vesta Sport, takes things to the track, with its
race style exterior and interior. This model is equipped with a track-tuned
suspension, based on the experience of the Lada team in racing competitions all
over the world, including WTCC, as the manufacturer explains.
Last but not least, two XRay concepts
can be seen at the brand's stand, the XRay Cross Concept, with off-road
cladding and increased ground clearance, and the XRay Sport Concept, with a
lowered suspension and extra oomph. The latter demonstrates "possible
development of serial Lada lineup, with high-power engines and racing
style."
