03:49 19-02-2026

Lada Niva Legend gets extended approval and planned updates

AvtoVAZ has officially extended the vehicle type approval for the Lada Niva Legend family. According to Rosstandart's database, the new approval took effect on February 16 and will remain valid until 2029. This means the manufacturer can continue producing and selling this classic off-roader for at least another three years, despite its age and outdated architecture.

The certification extension coincides with planned updates for the model. Sergey Kornienko, the brand's product marketing head, confirmed that the Niva Legend will receive a modernized engine and LED lighting in 2026. The specific engine isn't listed in the approval yet; the document will be updated after mandatory testing is completed. For pricing context, consider the Niva Travel, which saw a price increase of 76,000 rubles after getting a new 90-horsepower 1.8-liter engine.

Additional interest in the model is fueled by AvtoVAZ's active discount programs. Currently, there are about twenty different incentive options, with the most favorable ones specifically for Niva family off-roaders. Thanks to subsidies and special offers, base versions can be purchased for around 800,000 rubles.

Overall, the extension of the vehicle type approval demonstrates AvtoVAZ's commitment to continuing production of this legendary model, which remains popular with buyers due to its affordability, ease of repair, and genuine off-road capabilities.