Lada Niva Legend 2026– car dimensions: 3740 mm long, 1680 mm wide and 1640 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,285 kg. Braked towing is 600 kg.
The cabin features a new steering wheel with driver airbag, height-adjustable column, power front windows, onboard computer and audio preparation across trims. Air conditioning with cabin filter is available from mid trims. No factory advanced driver aids. multimedia screen and reversing camera are dealer options only.
Boot offers 265 litres seats up and 585 litres seats down.
Towing is rated 600 kg braked and 300 kg unbraked. Payload is 325 kg based on 1285 kg curb and 1610 kg max mass. Bronto grades add reinforced suspension, self-locking differentials and higher ground clearance for tougher work and off-road use. All versions include steel crankcase protection.
The cabin is simple and practical with fabric seats that have developed side support and a high seating position. Height-adjustable steering column and compact steering wheel improve the driving position. Noise and vibration levels are lower thanks to extra insulation under the hood, transfer case support and body reinforcements. Higher grades add air conditioning with cabin filter plus heated front seats and power heated mirrors.
Runs on 95 octane petrol, combined consumption 9.0 l/100 km
Service interval 15 000 km with new 1.8 engine
Warranty 2 years or 50 000 km
Standard safety: driver airbag, ABS/EBD, ERA-GLONASS, ISOFIX
Ventilated front brake discs
Double-sided galvanized body panels on key parts
The engine runs on 95 petrol. Combined cycle fuel use is listed at 9.0 l/100 km. Fuel tank capacity is 42 litres.
Service visits are required every 15 000 km on the updated engine. Routine maintenance stays inexpensive and parts are easy to find. Some body panels now use double-sided galvanizing for better corrosion resistance.
Safety kit centres on a driver airbag, ABS with EBD and ventilated front discs, plus ERA-GLONASS and ISOFIX mounts. The body structure was strengthened to support the airbag.
Living with the car is straightforward thanks to the simple mechanical layout, cheap service and improved rust protection. It remains a basic tool suited to rough roads and light off-road work.
Length 3740 mm, Width 1680 mm, Height 1640 mm, Wheelbase 2200 mm (Niva Legend 2026-)
Sources: manufacturer data, lada.ru official specs and brochure pages, drom.ru catalog dimensions/clearance/seats/trunk/tank/engine/torque/max-speed/transmission/drive/tyres, dealer/manual pages.