GAZelle NEXT
Overview
ManufacturerGAZ
Production2013–current
AssemblyGAZ: Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
Mersa Otomotiv: Sakarya, Turkey
Azərmaş: Adjikabul, Azerbaijan
Body and chassis
ClassLight commercial vehicle (M)
Body styleVan
Pickup truck
Minibus
LayoutFR layout
Powertrain
Engine2.7 L UMZ Evotech E-4 I4
2781 cc Cummins ISF2 8s4129Р I4
Transmission5-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase110.24 in (2,800 mm)
Length221.7 in (5,631 mm)
Width81.42 in (2,068 mm)
Height84.134 in (2,137 mm)
Chronology
PredecessorGAZelle

The GAZelle NEXT is an updated version of the original GAZelle series of medium duty vans and trucks produced by the Russian automotive giant GAZ. It is produced alongside the original GAZelle, which is now known as the GAZelle Business.

The first available model was equipped with a four-cylinder turbo diesel motor from Cummins, which has 129 horsepower at 3600 rpm. The engine meets the Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards.

On 10 April 2013, series production of GAZelle Next was started. 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. In September 2015, the Comtrans exhibition in Moscow included a panel van and minibus on this base. Sales of the panel van started in April 2016 and the minibus in November 2016.

Models

Trim levels

There are 3 items: Basic version, Comfort 1 and Comfort 2.

Basic version include 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 5 liters, central locking, driver's seat with adjustable and armrest, steering column with height adjustment, heater radiator, lighter, tool kit.

In Comfort 1 added fog lights, audiosystem, electric power door mirrors, seat "Lux" heated and lumbar support.

In Comfort 2 added preheater of engine, high capacity battery 85 Ah.

For all trim levels are available as options 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 is attractive and moderately original, because the designers chose a very interesting LED optics for the design of the front. The architecture of the front part itself has remained the same and even bears a certain family style, so it will not be possible to confuse this car with any other.

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. 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, but remained in their places, so the GAZelle driver will definitely not have to get used to a different storage system.

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 with a capacity of 120 and 150 hp, as well as a 3.0-liter Evotech gasoline engine and its equivalent, in addition to gasoline, consuming liquefied propane.

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.

Gazelle NN versions

Single cab truck (3-seater)

Standard base
Extended base
Extended base (4.6 tons)

Double cab truck (7-seater)

Standard base
Extended base
Extended base (4.6 tons)

Van

Standard (3-seater)

Standard base
Extended base
Extended base (4.6 tons)

Combi (7-seater)

Standard base

Extended base

Extended base (4.6 tons)

Projects/models based on GAZelle NEXT and NN

See also

External links

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