Last year, we discussed the unusual designs of the Soviet automakers, which have not been found to continue on the conveyor line. In today's rankings, we touch on a similar topic, but fast forward to a more modern turn of the automotive industry. We bring you the top 10 prototypes of the Russian manufacturers, issued from 2002 to 2012.

Of course, the most active company at our neighbors to the east is the "AvtoVAZ". Most of the participants of today's top 10 - just the products from this manufacturer. Since the beginning of this century "AvtoVAZ" is actively seeking ways of development, and designers try their firms in different directions. Company managers are often promised that it will soon appear on the market, "replacing the classics," "New Eye" and even the successor of "Field", but the recovery in the model number of "AvtoVAZ" begins only now, after the company has intervened in the case Renault.

So, here's top 10 most brilliant concepts «made in Russia» (sort by year of release):
VAZ-2151 Classic Concept (2002)

As mentioned in the 2002 car magazines, "the machine in the near future may become the successor to the family VAZ-2105/VAZ-2104/VAZ-2107." Unfortunately (or perhaps fortunately), this did not happen. The car has remained a concept. VAZ-2151 was built on the upgraded platform, "five" and the overall size was slightly larger than the VAZ-2104 (prototype model was presented in the station wagon).
The concept had an impressive boot volume of 500 liters (the "Quartet", by the way, - 375 L). Despite the fact that in 2151 created a demonstrative purposes, he was fully ready for production saloon. Rear seat, and from the concept could make a pretty roomy car. Under the hood - a 1.7-liter 84-horsepower engine from the "Field". Maximum speed - 165 km / h Many motorists will immediately notice that the car is a bit of a wagon Fiat Stilo.
GAZ-3115 "Volga" prototype (2003)

In 2003, GAZ think seriously about the issue vehicle class D. Prior to that, "Volga" The dimensions and purpose were usually in business class (E). For demonstration and testing purposes, Russians gathered prototype of GAZ-3115. Design frills sedan is no different. Appearance of a novelty was similar to a usual "Volga". Although the rear rack resembles the Opel Astra.

The drive was back, but the design of the chassis, much has changed in comparison with serial specimens passenger GAS. Thus, in 3115 established an independent "mnogoryichazhka" on a fast stretcher. The prototype had a gasoline "four" capacity of 130 liters. a., but after the launch of series production planned to put more powerful engines, including V6. For some reason, the conveyor 3115 and did not get.
UAZ-3165M Prototype (2003)

Repeatedly, Russian (and Soviet) engineers have tried to combine in one car SUV and minivan. One such attempt was the concept of UAZ-3165M. The car was a four-wheel drive vehicle korotkokapotny with a wheelbase of more than 3 m machine was never given to the test, but the manufacturer claimed that the UAZ-3165M is capable of carrying up to 13 passengers.

Serial version of the model was planned to equip the 2.9-liter engine UMP-249 (4 cylinder) capacity of 132 liters. a. and 5-speed manual transmission. Also, developers are preparing to install on the 3165M 98-strong turbodiesel. But the car never went into production, and there was only the property stands at various exhibitions.
VAZ-1121 "Oka-2" Concept (2003)

This relatively attractive hatchback was to be the successor to the already long outdated "baby" VAZ-1113. The car worked SEC "AvtoVAZ". In 2003, Russian and international exhibitions booth was decorated with the Russian producer of prototype models.
When you create a prototype avtovazovtsy great savings. For example, the handle of the door "removed" from the VAZ-2110, and the exterior mirrors - with "five". Some elements of the front lighting Russians are "borrowed" from the previous one (at the time) generation Ford Fiesta. In the new "Oka" was planned to install the old drive and new powertrains. Make even called the price of the product - up to $ 5 thousand, but someone to buy it and was not meant to be.
"Lada Silhouette" prototype (2004)

In the early 2000s, the leadership of "AvtoVAZ" conceived the release of a new car, belonging to the European classification to a segment of D. But later it was decided to develop the car class below (even a C +), which would meet modern safety standards and has an attractive appearance. Excellent plans. What was the result?.

And turned out a conceptual "Lada Silhouette." The model was created in 2004 and in 2005 demonstrated to the public. Already at the Moscow auto show it was clear that waiting for her on the road is not necessary, since the company announced that the release of "Silhouette" will begin in 2015. Even today, this figure seems too distant, and in 2005 it was synonymous with the word "never."
GAZ-2705 "Gazelle Convertible" (2005)

Certainly visitors to Moscow Motor Show in 2005 was pretty surprised. Russian automakers, and so does not often indulge the audience, even conceptual gigs, and then open the version of the model presented GAS. And the roof is not removed from the "Volga", as it may seem after reading these lines ... The exhibition brought open 'Gazelle'!
The car was conceived as an exhibition 9-seater minibus for sightseeing and ceremonial. According to the developers, this transport could potentially serve as a delegation to the outdoors, and in the larger rooms. The model won first place in the "Special Prize exhibition in 2005 for the original design."
Lada C Concept (2007)

Well, we got to one of the most interesting developments "AvtoVAZ" - a concept hatchback with a straightforward name C Concept. The machine is designed as a show car for the Geneva Motor Show in 2007. There are no plans for mass production of this model, alas, was not. The body of the concept in the style of "charged" hatchback. Perhaps someone exterior car seems too congested, but the designers From Concept is to pay tribute to a really interesting and unusual compared to other Lada appearance.

According to official figures, the overall length of the hatchback is 4208 mm, width - 1835 mm, height - 1548 mm. This is close to the 3-door models, the C-class. Among the scant information that is shared "AvtoVAZ" with the media - 2-liter engine that can accelerate the car to 210 km / h Other characteristics have not been officially published. Now the concept is in the museum of the Russian manufacturer.
According to official figures, the overall length of the hatchback is 4208 mm, width - 1835 mm, height - 1548 mm. This is close to the 3-door models, the C-class. Among the scant information that is shared "AvtoVAZ" with the media - 2-liter engine that can accelerate the car to 210 km / h Other characteristics have not been officially published. Now the concept is in the museum of the Russian manufacturer.
The car has automatic four-wheel drive. On the surface modification of the 4WD was different from the basic version of the new grille and bumper pads on, wheel arches and sills. Under the hood - a 1.8-liter "four" with capacity of 100 liters. a. and 5-step "mechanics." Before the mass production of all-wheel drive Kalina, it never came.
Lada C-Cross Concept (2008)

One year after the publication of a single instance of Kalina 4WD Russians also showed a unique crossover prototype Lada C-Cross. The car was built on a platform of "Project C", which traces the roots of all the "Silhouette" (see above). In the "AvtoVAZ" said that the car could go in the series. A bitter experience of the Russian journalists said, "Come!" And rightly said, later of "Project C" and decided to give up a promising platform behind the C-Cross, went to the museum.

But the appearance of the crossover was quite acceptable even by European standards. Many Russians were waiting for ads with the hope the price of new. A modern car with off-road performance at an affordable price ... Is this not what they dreamed of the Russians, who had little Chevrolet Niva? Looking at the line for a Duster, it becomes clear that the prospects for these machines in the former Soviet Union are very large
E-mobility (2011)

In February 2011 the founder of the "e-AUTO" Mikhail Prokhorov, has promised that the certification of e-Mobile will be held in May 2012. Well, Michael D., less than a month before we will know whether you keep your word. The idea of the project is very beautiful - affordable, efficient, environmentally clean, modern, very attractive car. The first Labour Party promised to e-crossovers in the middle of this year. But it is too early to talk about when will we see this sensational car on public roads and see if at all.
Russian experts have already called ambitious "e-AUTO" impractical, and many believe the whole venture and does a spectacular publicity stunt Prokhorov. Employees of the authoritative edition of "Behind the wheel," argued that the application designers are too ambitious in conception and realization time for such a low budget and inexperienced team, which is the "e-RENT."

As you can see, even in 10 years, Russian producers have been some very interesting projects. Sorry, did not live up to all the ideas materialize. Well, let's hope that in the hands of such a giant as Renault, the largest Russian company "AvtoVAZ" finally begins to release high-quality modern products. And before that we will see a lot of pre-production samples, which may not wait for the fate of machines described in this article.