“Minibuses,” most often played by “GAZelles,” are today considered a sign of the “third world” countries (Central and West Africa, South America), and in general are actively disappearing as a phenomenon. So in our homeland, small minibuses are being replaced by large-capacity buses, owned not by individuals, but by large companies and fleets. However, GAZ-322132 continues to be one of the best-selling and most recognizable cars produced at the Gorky Automobile Plant. What is the secret of such popularity?
History of GAZ-322132
The GAZ-322132 car rolled off the assembly line to the masses in August 1996. The basis for the design of the 322132nd model was the 13-seater GAZ-32213. The type of tailgate was changed (to a hinged one), the height was increased, and a roof hatch appeared in the cabin. The GAZ-322132 bus quickly gained recognition due to its good “economy-capacity” ratio and thousands of copies drove on domestic roads.
In 2003, the model was restyled in accordance with new trends in the automotive industry: square headlights were replaced with teardrop-shaped ones, the dashboard, interior and cabin interiors, as well as the exterior (different grille) were updated, but, most importantly, power steering was installed. The differences are visible in the photo. In 2004, the car was equipped with ABS. Since 2005, on the initiative of the authorities to allocate taxis on the road, minibuses began to be painted exclusively in orange (“golden orange”), which replaced the traditional white. It is believed that in models produced since 2006 there is a violation of technology when installing the rear axle beam, therefore GAZ-322132 produced in 2007 and 2008 tended to break down often, causing accidents.
GAZ has become popular in the transportation industry
In 2010, production was discontinued due to the transition to the production of more modern models (including the similar-looking GAZelle-Business, as well as models 3221-774 and 3221-443 with injector and diesel engines).
Technical characteristics of the car GAZ 322132 2.9 (2010)
Technical characteristics of GAZ 322132 2.9
GAZ 322132 2.9
Photos of GAZ 322132 2.9 from the AutoNet.ru catalog. Photo 1 of 1
Restyling 2010. The basic option among the minibuses of the GAZelle family is the GAZ-3221, which is well suited for both the role of a service bus and a tourist or excursion bus. It has 8-14 comfortable passenger seats, which can be equipped with headrests and armrests. Luggage weighing up to 250 kilograms can be placed behind the rear seats. It is important that the interior of all minibus variants is equipped with an additional heater. To ensure a comfortable microclimate in the warm season, the side windows of the buses have sliding glass. A sunroof is also installed as standard.
The automobile catalog contains a description, technical characteristics and photographs of the GAZ 322132 2.9 car.
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Reviews from GAZ car owners
- 02.01.2010
Terentyev Andrey Gelievich
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I bought this car solely because of the diesel engine. And you were right! On the highway - 6.0l, in the city in the summer 7.2-7.5l, in the winter 8.5l. It starts perfectly in cold weather if the battery is fully charged. I think this car is the best. Compared to the previous one, 2402 is quiet and warm. Carried out a number of welding and painting works. Because I like everything to be like new. There were problems with the documentation, as well as with some spare parts that should have been replaced during maintenance. Those. I was famously promoted out of ignorance. In everything else, I’m very pleased.
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- 09.02.2010
Sergey2
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I drove a Volga from 2003 to 2007. Overall I'm happy with the car. There were breakdowns, but, unlike foreign cars, they could be fixed on their own. The power steering, which was not installed on all Volgas, helped a lot. The weak point is the rotten body; no amount of anti-corrosion can save it in Moscow conditions, which is why I had to part with the car. Now I drive a Daewoo Nexia, and I remember the Volga with warm feelings.
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- 02.08.2007
vladimir
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Everything is not bad, except for the joints of the Volga with the Chrysler engine
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Scope of application of the car
"Gazelle" is most often used as:
- public passenger transport, designed for travel around the city and to the suburbs;
- cargo modifications for transporting cargo up to 1-1.5 tons (depending on body type and number of seats);
- some modifications are also used as ambulances.
The rigidity of the interior and the lack of necessary protective equipment do not allow long-distance passenger transportation. However, some craftsmen independently convert the interior, but in this case we are most likely talking about illegal routes.
Technical characteristics of the car GAZ 322132 2.3 (2003)
Technical characteristics of GAZ 322132 2.3
The base<Rvarianto<Рср8Рміківозіво2Рсір0 "Gazelle" family is the GAZ-3221, well suited for both the role of a service bus and a tourist or excursion bus. It has eight comfortable passenger seats, which can be equipped with headrests and armrests. Luggage weighing up to 250 kilograms can be placed behind the rear seats. The most comfortable modification of the GAZ-32212 is designed to carry six passengers. For greater convenience, the minibus can be equipped with a folding table, which makes it possible to work on the go.
The automobile catalog contains a description, technical characteristics and photographs of the GAZ 322132 2.3 car.
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Specifications
The technical characteristics and dimensional data of the GAZ-322132 did not change significantly during the production period. For a minibus of this model it is necessary to open category “D”. The basic cargo model falls under category “B”.
Minibus
Overall dimensions, interior:
- length – 5.5 m;
- width 2.075 m;
- height – 2.2 m;
- ground clearance - 0.17 m;
- total weight – 3.5 t, loaded – 2.5 t;
- number of seats – 13 (increasing this number is prohibited).
The cabin has two doors: the main sliding door and the luggage compartment door, which is also used as an emergency exit. Ventilation occurs naturally through windows. The salon is equipped with an additional heating source.
Power unit. The basic configuration includes a domestically produced 4-cylinder engine ZMZ-40524 (or similar in parameters UMZ-4216), in which gasoline injection is electronically controlled. It has the following characteristics:
- volume 2.46 l;
- power – 133 “horses”;
- maximum torque – 214 Nm.
Also, the GAZelle was equipped with a foreign Chryslen 2.4L-DOHC engine, the power of which was slightly higher (150 l/s). In recent years of production, GAZelle was equipped with a GAZ-5602 engine (2.13 l, 95 hp). The minibus was not produced on gas, but the design does not exclude the installation of LPG.
Car engine
The fuel consumption of the GAZ-322132 per 100 km is very low: 11-13 liters, depending on the type of road surface. The speed limit is 115 km.
Refueling volumes:
- fuel tank volume – 70 l;
- oil: for gearbox – 6 l, for steering mechanism – 0.18 l, for steering mechanism – 0.45 l, for drive (rear) axle – 2.9 l;
- cooling system – 8.9 l;
- brake fluid capacity – 2 liters.
AI-92 is used for refueling.
Transmission:
- 5-speed gearbox;
- gear ratio – 5.125.
The gearbox communicates with the power unit via a hydraulically driven single-disc friction clutch.
Pendant . The GAZelle is equipped with a dependent suspension (according to the owners, it is of good quality) with shock absorbers (telescopic) and longitudinal springs. The wheel formula is 2 by 4. The anti-roll bar is installed on the rear suspension.
Electrical diagram:
- type of electrical equipment – single-wire;
- “–” consumers are connected to the housing;
- voltage – 12 V.
The permissible value of direct current is from 65 A to 135 A, depending on the brand of the generator and the installed motor. The minimum power is sufficient to power a standard set of consumers.
The brake system consists of:
- hydraulic drive with vacuum booster;
- 2 independent circuits.
The brakes on the front wheels are disc, and the rear wheels are drum. Later models use Bosh brand brakes, which are considered more reliable. ABS has been installed since 2005.
Minibus interior
The most pleasant technical characteristic of the GAZelle is the turning radius, which along the axis of the front outer wheel is only 5.5 m. Therefore, the minibus can turn neatly even on a small “patch”.
Cargo modification
The cargo modification of the GAZ-322132 is the onboard GAZ-3302 (except for independent attempts to convert the GAZelle into a truck), as well as the later version of the GAZelle-Next. Main characteristics:
- load capacity 1.5 t;
- curb weight – 3.5 t;
- engine – UMZ-4216 or Cummins ISF 2.8;
- engine type - diesel, gasoline, the possibility of installing gas equipment is not excluded;
- Gearbox – “mechanics”, 5 steps;
- brakes - discs/drums.
The truck can be equipped with an awning. The vehicle's handling is ensured by a frame suspension.
description, technical specifications, photos :: SYL.ru
The GAZ-322132 model was developed as a minibus that would have powerful characteristics and would be perfect for both city and suburban roads. As a rule, the car can be seen in a golden-yellow coloring, often in the middle on the side there is a pattern of small black squares. Its equipment is quite suitable for transporting large loads. The seating position is also comfortable, as there is a special footrest. The operating mode does not include any additional concerns about the car, so this made life easier for many drivers. For private carriers, the GAZ-322132 bus became a fairly successful purchase.
Design
The car was created on the basis of the well-known minibus called GAZ-32213. Their appearance is quite similar. This immediately shows that both models belong to the same series of the Gorky Automobile Plant. If we talk about more precise characteristics, then, for example, the door has very impressive dimensions: 101x122 cm. The rear folding surface has approximately the same dimensions - 156x139.5 cm.
The glazing of the GAZ-322132 is made in panoramic mode, while the side windows have shutters. Above the passengers on the roof you can see a special hatch, which is designed for better ventilation in the summer.
Layout
The predecessor of this car has already been mentioned above. The assembly and complete equipment were borrowed from him. As it should be on a bus, there are two more seats next to the driver's seat. GAZ-322132 (technical characteristics are described below) is equipped in such a way that there are 11 seats inside the cabin. The manufacturer presented several configurations, each of which has an additional heating system. In 2003, the model was subjected to restyling, as part of which work was carried out to improve ventilation.
Dimensions and dimensions
The car has a length slightly exceeding 545 cm. If you do not take into account the mirrors, the width is 207 cm, with mirrors - 238 cm. The GAZ-322132 versions also differ in height: in the basic assembly - 220 cm, and in the enlarged one - 227 cm. The clearance (clearance) of the model is 17 cm.
The basic configuration of the Gazelle weighs no more than 2.3 thousand kg in mass terms, while the total weight is 3.5 thousand kg.
Specifications
The engines that were used to assemble the described model were also equipped for the GAZ-32213. The gasoline unit has become more widespread. GAZ-322132 (the price of which is approximately 1.5-2.5 thousand dollars) is equipped with a special fuel injection system in the engine. Moreover, this process is controlled using an electrical network. The power of the unit is 133 horsepower, the revolutions per minute are 4.5 thousand.
The gasoline engine, which was supplied from neighboring countries, also achieved popularity. It also has 4 cylinders, rated at 2.4 liters. Its maximum power was 150 horsepower at 5.5 thousand rpm. Moreover, this specimen was ideal for long-term use, as it was environmentally friendly. Moreover, it was the “lightest” for the environment in the line.
In some trim levels, the GAZ-322132, whose technical characteristics are very impressive, was equipped with a diesel unit. It has a 4-cylinder mechanism and its volume is 2.1 liters. It is worth noting that there is a turbocharger. Unfortunately, the power is low - up to 95 horsepower. However, the manufacturer in some modifications allowed the use of a unit with 110 hp. With.
GAZ-322132 in all assemblies is equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission. It is connected to the unit using a clutch, which has a hydraulic drive. The suspension on a bus has springs and shock absorbers, which are located both at the rear and at the front. For an improved ride, the model is equipped with a stability system and stabilizer. The wheel base has drive only to the rear.
We should also talk about the brakes. The system has a vacuum-controlled amplifier. The front wheels are equipped with a disc mechanism, the rear wheels are equipped with a drum mechanism.
The steering wheel has a hydraulic booster. In 2005, the manufacturer installed an ABS system on all modifications. Production continued until 2010. After it, a new bus from Gorky Auto went on sale, which also became very successful.
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Prices for new and used
The cost depends on the year of manufacture, therefore, on the configuration. The sale of GAZ-322132 on Avito is active. According to this site, a used GAZelle before 2003 can be purchased at a price of up to 80 thousand rubles, newer used ones cost a maximum of 350-400 thousand rubles. GAZ-322132 on gas varies from 80 to half a million depending on those. condition, “author’s” tuning and mileage. The price of a new GAZ-322132, on average, fluctuates around a million rubles. However, finding a new GAZelle is quite difficult.
GAZ-322132 is a special car with which an entire era of minibuses is associated, since no foreign analogue was used in this capacity so massively. Unfortunately (or fortunately), this era is coming to an end. Therefore, cargo modifications of the GAZelle are more popular today.
