UAZ 3170 2020

UAZ 3170 2020 model year will be a new improved terrain vehicle in the production line of the Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant. This will be the first crossover SUV-class, designed and manufactured by the company.

The appearance of new items due to the rapidly growing demand for crossovers of this class. In addition, the company believes that the traditional advantages of the Volga SUVs can ensure the success of the model:

• affordable cost;
• economical operation;
• high cross;
• spacious lounge;
• universality.

The main competitors of UAZ 3170 are the following cross-country vehicles:

• Renault Duster;
• Chery Tiggo;
• Nissan Qashqai;
• Skoda Yeti;
• Hyundai Creta.

The company began developing the model in 2014. The official presentation of the crossover is scheduled for next year. Initially, the UAZ 3170 will be produced simultaneously with the Patriot SUV. In the future, after mastering the production of all-wheel drive modifications, the company does not exclude the termination of the manufacture of the Patriot model.

Exterior

The photos of the alleged design of the new UAZ 3170 2020, presented by several automotive publications, show that the external image of the novelty resembles the modern performance of similar crossovers.

This style is based on the following solutions:

• massive radiator grille, coupled with narrow head optics;
• step device of both bumpers with overhead protective elements;
• compact design of the front lower air intakes and the presence of two side with built-in fog lights;
• smooth transition of the roof line to the stern;
• inclined body racks;
• narrowed side glazing.

To highlight improved vehicle patency parameters are used;

• high ground clearance;
• lower body kit;
• protective panels;
• special wheel arch linings.

Using these solutions allows us to note the moment that the first Ulyanovsk SUV will look modern, not inferior in appearance to similar cars.

Interior

For this period, less information is provided about the interior of the new UAZ 3170 crossover 2020, there are also no photos and sketches of the interior, but taking into account the possible price of the novelty and the performance of the company's manufactured models, we can make an assumption about the use of the following elements:

• multifunction steering wheel;
• a stepped center console with large air conditioner vents and an integrated multimedia complex screen;
• door armrests with control keys:
• front seats with lateral support;
• rear seats with variable backrest;
• front tunnel with platform and transmission controls.

For the decoration of the most inexpensive versions of the car will be used: high-quality plastic, practical fabric, special anti-noise flooring. For more equipped versions of the novelty, materials of a higher class will be used: leather (natural, synthetic), velor, polished metal inserts.

Technical parameters and equipment

The main parameters of the new 2020 model year of the UAZ 3170 crossover will be:

Length	4 600 mm
Height	1,770 mm
Width	1 930 mm
Wheelbase	2 850 mm
Clearance	200 mm
Boot volume	510 l
Curb weight	from 1.6 to 1.85 tons depends on the configuration
Top speed	190 km / h

As power units for the novelty, motors with the following key characteristics are designed:

engine's type	Volume	Power
4-cylinder petrol	2.5 l	145.0 liters from.
4-cylinder turbocharged petrol	2,3 l	150.0 l from.
4-cylinder turbocharged petrol	2,3 l	170.0 liters from.

Subsequently, when equipping a car, it is possible to install a diesel engine and a motor consuming compressed natural gas.

In the initial period of production for the crossover, front-wheel drive will become the base. In the future, it is possible to produce an all-wheel drive version, but the time the appearance of such a modification depends on the demand for the basic performance of the car. To equip the transmission provides a classic five-speed manual and six-speed automatic.

The following main systems and equipment are designed to be equipped with UAZ 3170:

• keyless access;
• multi-function steering wheel;
• electric power steering;
• multimedia system and complex ERA-GLONASS;
• audio system;
• full power accessories;
• LED running lights;
• climate control;
• electric rear door;
• airbags;
• 18 inch wheels
• parking sensors;
• winter package.

The company will present a detailed list of equipment and configuration options for the SUV before the start of production.

Start of production and cost

According to the analysis of marketers, taking into account competition in the compact crossover segment and preliminary parameters and characteristics of the new UAZ 3170 2020 model year, the estimated price of the new version in the basic version should be in the range of 800-900 thousand rubles. The date of the possible start of production at the Ulyanovsk plant of a new modern model is the end of 2020.

In anticipation of a new model of a domestic SUV, we offer to see how interesting are the models that are already available at car dealerships in Russia and what UAZ they win in comparison with imported all-wheel drive cars.

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