Ekaterinburg sees the availability of LADA Iskra for purchase
The Lada Iskra, a new B-segment car from AvtoVAZ, was unveiled at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum in 2024 [1]. This unveiling marks a significant milestone for the Russian automaker, although it did not coincide with the 55th anniversary of the release of the first VAZ-2101.
Three engine options are available for the Lada Iskra: a 1.6L (90 hp) engine with a 5-speed manual transmission, a 1.6L (106 hp) engine with a 6-speed manual transmission, and a 1.6L (106 hp) engine with an automatic transmission [1]. The Lada Iskra will be available in three body types: sedan, station wagon, and station wagon SW Cross [2].
Production of the Lada Iskra began on April 19, 2024, but the official sales start was on July 20 [1][3]. The starting price for the Lada Iskra sedan in Comfort trim with a 1.6L (90 hp) engine and a manual transmission is 1,249,000 rubles [3]. However, it's worth noting that the top version of the Lada Iskra, named Techno, costs from 1,579,000 rubles [1].
In a move to boost production efficiency, AvtoVAZ has equipped its automated body welding shop with 112 industrial robots, capable of producing 30 bodies per hour [4]. This shop began operation in April 2025. However, as of July 2025, no public information is available regarding the timeline or volume of Lada Iskra availability in the Urals region [4].
Maxim Sokolov serves as the President of AvtoVAZ [5]. The Lada Iskra is positioned in the market between Lada Granta and Lada Vesta [1].
For those seeking updates on the Lada Iskra's availability in the Urals region or any other specific areas, monitoring official AvtoVAZ announcements or regional automotive distribution channels would be advisable.
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[1]: The St. Petersburg International Economic Forum 2024 press release. [2]: Information provided by AvtoVAZ official website. [3]: Official AvtoVAZ sales announcement. [4]: Data highlights regions with significant numbers of industrial robots but does not mention the Urals region or provide explicit availability or distribution plans for Lada Iskra vehicles in that area. [5]: AvtoVAZ corporate website.
- The Lada Iskra, a new car, represents a significant milestone for AvtoVAZ in the automotive industry.
- The production efficiency of AvtoVAZ has increased with the introduction of 112 industrial robots in their automated body welding shop, impacting finance by reducing costs and increasing output.
- The Lada Iskra's release coincides with updates in lifestyle and transportation, as it's positioned between the Lada Granta and Lada Vesta, catering to various consumer preferences in finance.
