Steve Mattin told about future Field

14 March 2018

The new model will retain continuity of style

Alexander Sharonov, photo Lada

Today, the future of "field" is a big question. And this applies to both models: classic and "Fields", which has long been sold under the name Lada 4x4 and Chevrolet Niva. However, the chief designer of Lada Steve Mattin shared fresh information that sheds light on a possible successor to the Lada 4x4.

In an interview with rns.online design Director reported that "AVTOVAZ" plans to keep design features of Lada 4x4 new generation model.

"it is Very important to have some binding elements that share a car with a car of the previous generation. Today vivid is the image of Lada 4x4. There are some memorable specific elements. Of course, in the future, a 4x4 trying to make these bright elements known today, will be identifiable in the new model," said Steve Mattin.

Also the chief designer of the Russian company dismissed fears that the new Niva will be similar to Renault Duster. "of Course not. Lada Lada will remain. Very active on this model. This car is the icon for "AVTOVAZ", and so it will remain. And in the future will remain a very important car for the brand as it is today. Of course, the model one will have to change. Lada 4x4 currently, more than 40 years. Keep it up to date impossible," — said Mr Mattin.

At the same time, while it is impossible to deny the fact that Lada 4x4 will go on the platform of Renault Duster that is Renault B0. The official representative of "AVTOVAZ" Sergei Ilyinsky said that while engineers choose the type of layout: longitudinal or a transverse engine layout. As is well known in B0 of the internal combustion engine is installed transversely, while the Lada 4x4 is the latest (for AVTOVAZ) a representative of the "classic" collection — with a longitudinal engine and rear-wheel drive priority.

Thus, while the project to develop the next generation of Lada 4x4 is at an early stage. The exact timing of the possible appearance of the new SUV nobody calls, but it will happen not earlier than four years.