Since Lada began production on the current Vesta
sedan back in 2015, the automaker has managed to deliver a direct rival for the
likes of the Hyundai Solaris, Kia Rio and of course, Dacia's Logan.
Based on Lada's new B/C platform, developed by
AvtoVAZ engineers in collaboration with Renault-Nissan, the Wagon model spotted
here will go up again models like the Logan MCV, while utilizing the sedan's
engine range.
It looks like that the render from two
years ago of the Vesta Combi was pretty spot-on if we were to carefully peel
away the green camouflage with our imagination. Lada have clearly left the
profile design unchanged, just like the wheel design.
In terms of dimensions, we don't expect the Vesta
Wagon to grow in width (1,764 mm), height (1,497 mm), nor
wheelbase (2,635 mm), although overall length and boot volume should
go up from the sedan's 4,410 mm and 480 liters.
It should
utilize the sedan's Renault-sourced 1.6-liter 16V 106 HP unit, mated to either
a five-speed manual or an automatic, as well as a 1.8-liter 16V unit, with 122
HP and 170 Nm of torque.
Trim levels should also carry on from the 4-door
version, which means buyers will be able to choose between Classic, Comfort and
Suite specs, featuring two airbags, ABS, ESP, electric power steering, hill
start assist, air conditioning and an audio system as standard across the
range.
The new Lada Vesta Wagon is expected to go into
production next year, with most of its components produced locally, as the
automaker will continue focusing on the Russian market.
