The car LADA PRIORA (project 2170), which replaces the "top ten", was first presented at the 6th Russian International Automobile Salon "AUTO SALON-2003". This is a class "C" sedan, the base model of a new family of front-wheel drive vehicles developed on the LADA-110 platform. About 350 original parts and assemblies were used in LADA PRIORA, which allows us to speak of this car as a new model, according to a press release. Modern head and rear optics, graceful fenders and bumpers, radiator lining with a large branded boat make the appearance of the flagship of the LADA brand solid and attractive. But even more significant innovations lie inside. LADA PRIORA received a 1.6-liter 16-valve engine with increased power. The transmission has a reinforced clutch, designed to transmit torque of 145 Nm. The gearbox is equipped with sealed bearings with extended service life. New front and rear suspension struts, combined with carefully selected characteristics of shock absorbers and stabilizers, allow to achieve high levels of handling and stability. The maximum speed of LADA PRIORA with a driver and one passenger is 183 km/h, acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is 11.5 seconds.