Lada Nadezhda
| Industry | Automotive |
|---|---|
| Founded | April 1, 1966 |
| Headquarters | Tolyatti , Russia |
| Products | Automobiles, including the Lada Nadezhda (VAZ-2120) |
The Lada Nadezhda, also known as the VAZ-2120 ("Hope"), is a seven-seat four-wheel-drive minivan manufactured by the Russian company AvtoVAZ between 1998 and 2006.
Recognized as the inaugural minivan within the Russian automotive sector, the VAZ-2120 was developed using the platform of the VAZ-2131 Lada Niva SUV. It made its first appearance at the 1997 Moscow Auto Show but saw limited production due to its pricing and modest market demand. The highest annual production reached roughly 1,500 units, with total output nearing 8,000 before manufacturing ended in August 2006. A version featuring a rear-wheel-drive chassis was planned but ultimately discontinued.
Produced by AvtoVAZ's OPP (Pilot Industrial Production) branch located in Tolyatti, the Nadezhda was assembled on a made-to-order basis. Its production concluded as AvtoVAZ redirected resources toward the more lucrative 112 Coupé, adjusting manufacturing priorities accordingly.
Design
Initial prototypes were equipped with dual round headlights sourced from the VAZ-2106, whereas production vehicles incorporated headlamps from the Lada 110 to meet newer regulatory standards.
Engines
- VAZ-2120 powered by a 1.8 L carbureted engine from the VAZ-2130 (80 PS)
- VAZ-2120 featuring a 1.7i fuel-injected engine from the VAZ-21214 (84 PS)
Variants
- "Van" ("Utiliter") – designed as a commercial delivery van
- "Pick-up" – configured as a commercial delivery truck
- "Service" – outfitted as a mobile workshop
- "Manager" – intended as an "office on wheels"
- Taxi – four-seat version with an expanded luggage area
- 2120M 4×2 – redesigned rear-wheel-drive model equipped with a rear axle from the Izh Oda and featuring a hinged rear side door (not produced in mass quantities)