Chevy Niva Concept Debutes in Russia

[G. David Felt]

Watching the news brought me via multiple links to this Autoblog story about the Chevy Niva.

 

 

More pictures here.

 

Chevy Release translated:

Chevrolet premieres at the Moscow International Automobile Salon 2014: Tahoe and Niva
08/27/2014

- The world premiere of the concept of a new generation of Chevrolet Niva
- European premiere of the Chevrolet Tahoe

Moscow . As part of the International Motor Show 2014 will be held on a long-awaited world premiere of the concept Chevrolet Niva a new generation, as well as the European premiere of iconic American SUV Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition to the famous Russian models of the brand, in the course of the exhibition will feature the legendary pickup Silverado, a compact crossover Tracker and sredrazmerny crossover Traverse.

Chevrolet Tahoe: rebirth legend

Chevrolet Tahoe - this iconic SUV with more than twenty-year history. Its new generation - more elegant, more functional and more secure.

The new Tahoe is equipped with a powerful 6.2-liter engine, but due to changes in design, the car has become much easier and acquired better aerodynamics, thus reducing the noise level in the cabin to a minimum.

Fully updated lighting fixtures and front grille, it did look Tahoe more "muscular" and at the same time elegant. Changed and interior: he got a completely new instrument panel, 8-inch touch screen multimedia system-board and volume niches that are perfect for storing a laptop or iPad.

The main differences of the new model:
- Electric power steering
- Front and rear disc brakes Duralife ™;
- A six-speed automatic transmission Hydra-Matic 6L80;
- Folding seats of the second and third row;
- Power tailgate with the function of the height adjustment;
- Large, 8-inch color touch screen with built-in MyLink, as well as new systems Text-to-Voice and Siri Eyes Free for the iPhone.

Safety:

Each model Tahoe is offered with seven airbags as standard, including the central airbag (the only model in the segment), and side airbags for thorax and pelvis of the driver and front passenger side impact.

In addition, together with the updated model will be available to the following functions:
- Seat system Safety Alert, which vibrate to warn the driver of dangerous situations;
- Adaptive cruise control with brake assist;
- The control system of "blind spots", the system will alert about the potential threat of a frontal collision, and traffic control system bandwidth;
- The electronic Vehicle Stability Control (ESC);
- Rear-view camera.

"Every year, the demand for SUVs. For example, since 2009 in the Russian SUV sales have increased by almost 200%. It is worth noting that in many ways this trend shows a qualitative change in the level and way of life of motorists. Chevrolet, in turn, tries to keep track of such changes on the market and to keep up with the times, - says Alexander Migal, Managing Director of Chevrolet Russia. Currently Chevrolet model line includes a wide range of SUVs and crossovers. Today we are proud to present two vehicles that are the true embodiment of the American character and spirit of Chevrolet ».

Home sales of the new Chevrolet Tahoe is scheduled for the first half of 2015.

About Chevrolet

Founded in 1911 in Detroit brand Chevrolet - one of the largest car brands in the world, with operations in more than 140 countries and selling more than 5 million passenger cars and light trucks a year. Chevrolet provides customers with fuel-efficient vehicles, which combine excellent dynamics, expressive design and high quality.

[ocnblu]

That there Niva is a bit insane.  I wonder if it's on a FWD/AWD transverse platform.  I am sure, based on everything we've seen over the years with regards to the Lada Niva, that this new one has some big little shoes to fill.  I am digging the tires.

[G. David Felt]

I agree I love the over all look, the tires are great for off road adventure. Wonder also if this is a true FWD, 4x4 with RWD assist or an AWD setup with Low gearing. Be interested in seeing how this does and if any parts of it come to the US.

[ocnblu]

Yup, the yutes are gonna love this debute.

[Z-06]

Do a nose job and bring it over here as a GMC Jeep competitor .

[§carlet §wordfish]

I never knew Chevy had been making a Niva. That's a great looking mini off-roader.