At the Nizhny Novgorod plant, which produced Skoda and Volkswagen vehicles for the Russian market over the past decade, test production has now commenced for cars under the iconic Volga brand. This was confirmed by Tatyana Fadeeva, head of JSC “Production of Light Vehicles” (PLA) and the Volga brand.
“Test production is underway, and we are currently in the ramp-up phase, steadily increasing the pace. Full-scale serial production is set to begin in April, followed by progressive component localization. Volga cars will be available for purchase in the third quarter of this year,” stated Tatyana Fadeeva.
Initially, the lineup will feature crossovers in both the D-SUV (full-size) and C-SUV (mid-size) segments, along with a D-class sedan. Developers promise exceptional comfort, safety, cutting-edge technology, and advanced driver assistance systems. The vehicles will boast a spacious, ergonomic interior, natural materials, and a comprehensive winter package.
“We’ll begin with styling cues that highlight the brand’s distinctive character. Updates will touch on multimedia, telematics, and the engine lineup. Our long-term vision includes a complete platform redesign, tailored to the needs of Russian consumers,” said Tatyana Fadeeva.
Looking ahead, the plan is to localize engines and transmissions and upgrade the suspension for domestic roads.
“The interior and exterior will also evolve, as we actively develop next-generation models,” added Tatyana Fadeeva.