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UAZ 31514 3 2.4 D (86 Hp)
Overall Rating
UAZ 31514:
The UAZ-469, later sold as the UAZ-3151 and UAZ Hunter, is an off-road military light utility vehicle manufactured by UAZ since 1971. It was used by Soviet and other Warsaw Pact armed forces, as well as paramilitary units in Eastern Bloc countries. In the Soviet Union, it also saw widespread service in state organizations that needed a robust and durable off-road vehicle. Standard military versions included seating for seven personnel.
In 1956, the Soviet Army ordered UAZ to design a successor for an outdated GAZ-69. At first the vehicle supposed to be amphibious and have a rear engine layout but later the order was simplified, and the car received a chassis of UAZ-450. The first prototypes were called UAZ-460 and had 400 mm of clearance, the model was proven to be prone to rollovers. Later the V4-powered unibody UAZ-471 was made, but its serial production required the plant reconstruction, so it was cancelled....(Read more on Wikipedia)
3 Overview:
UAZ 31514 (3). A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
The UAZ 31514 generation was not tested by Euro NCAP. As a utilitarian off-road vehicle from its era, it likely lacks modern active and passive safety features found in contemporary passenger cars.
2.4 D (86 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for off-road utility and low-speed tasks, but very sluggish on paved roads due to low power output.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel economy for a heavy 4x4 of its era, though not exceptional by modern standards.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional off-road capability
- • Robust and simple construction
- • Easy to repair and maintain
- • High ground clearance
- • Durable workhorse
Cons:
- • Very basic interior and comfort
- • Poor on-road performance and acceleration
- • Lacks modern safety features
- • Noisy and unrefined driving experience
- • High fuel consumption compared to modern vehicles
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(31514: 1995 - 2003).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | UAZ |
| Model: | 31514 |
| Generation: | 3 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 D (86 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2002 |
| End of production: | 2013 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 86 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
Your first impression of the UAZ 31514 in one word? Go!