The GAZelle NEXT is an updated version of the original GAZelle series of medium duty vans and trucks produced by the Russian automotive company GAZ. It is produced alongside the original GAZelle, which is now known as the GAZelle Business.[citation needed]
The first available model was equipped with a four-cylinder turbo diesel motor from Cummins, which has 129 horsepower at 3600rpm. The engine meets the Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards.{{
On 10 April 2013, series production of GAZelle NEXT was started. During the “Best Commercial Vehicle in Russia – 2013” contest, it received first place in the Best Van\Light-Duty Truck category.[1] 7 March 2014, the serial production of Gazelle NEXT with a double cab began. 24 March, the production of Gazelle NEXT Cityline bus. In May 2014, GAZ received Single European vehicle type approval, which allowed them to sell the Gazelle NEXT within the European Union.[2] In 2015, The most popular model in the LCV market for Russia was the GAZelle NEXT – with 12 971 units sold, down from 2014 by 35.5%.[3] In September 2015, the Comtrans exhibition in Moscow included a panel van and minibus on this base. [4]Sales of the panel van started in April 2016 and the minibus in November 2016.
Models
GAZ-А21R22-20 flatbed truck
GAZ-А21R32-10 flatbed truck with extended wheelbase
There are 3 trim levels: Basic, Comfort 1 and Comfort 2.
Basic includes power steering, cruise control, alarm door open position, stabilizers front and rear, adjustable lighting of the dashboard, on-board computer, heated side mirrors, electric power windows, audiopreparation, washer tank capacity of five liters, central locking, driver's seat with adjustable and armrest, steering column with height adjustment, heater radiator, lighter, tool kit.
In Comfort 1 adds fog lights, audiosystem, electric power door mirrors, "Lux" heated seats and lumbar support.
In Comfort 2 adds engine preheater, 85 Ah high capacity battery.
Options for all trim levels are available such as differential lock, brake system with ABS, air conditioning.
New family (restyling): GAZelle NN (New Next)
GAZelle NN
Gazelle NN (New Next) is a restyled version of Gazelle Next. The exterior of the cab of the new Gazelle features LED optics for the front headlights.[7]
Detailed in the new version of the Russian Next, the hood has changed — it has become more embossed, the plastic front bumper has changed the side "air intakes" and another, central, radiator grille has appeared — it has received a stylish three–dimensional shape.[8] The sidewalls remained the same, with the exception of the exterior mirror housings, which, as proposed by the Gazelle Next 2021 concept, will now be painted in body color. Inside the cabin there is a new front panel with rectangular air ducts, a full-fledged multi-steering wheel equipped with heating, and a central touch display.
To the left of it there are physical control buttons, below – a compact climate control console. The engine start button is located to the right of the steering wheel, but the compartments for small things, even if they changed their shape, they remained in their places; so, the GAZelle driver will likely be familiar with the layout.
The driver's seat has also been improved, which will become softer due to the air suspension. As for the double sofa, you can make a comfortable table out of it by folding the back. The manufacturer promised that all current engines will remain in the ranks of the new Gazelle Next 2021 model year: 2.8-liter Cummins ISF turbodiesel engines[9] with a capacity of 120 and 150hp, as well as a 3.0-liter Evotech gasoline engine and its equivalent, in addition to gasoline, consuming liquefied propane.[10]
The classic 5-speed manual "box" will remain available, while the manufacturer plans to offer other options, for example, a "robot" or a new "six-speed", which is designed specifically for modifications with a new Volkswagen diesel engine.
During the VDNkh International Travel Forum “Travel!” (2014) in Moscow, GAZ, along with other companies, showcased the concept of a motorhome created on the largest wheelbase of the GAZelle NN. It was accompanied by showcases of additional features that owners could put onto their vehicle, such as car-tents, bicycle holders, and cargo boxes.[11]
The cost of upgrading the original GAZelle to the NN version in Nizhny Novgorod is about (300,000₽) rubles.[12]
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