What could the AZLK "Moskvich" cars have been like

These developments by Soviet engineers never made it to public roads.

AZLK 2144 "Istra" is one of the most curious works of the once-popular plant. The car was designed from 1985 to 1988.

In terms of its characteristics, it significantly surpassed everything AZLK had produced before. The car featured an automatic transmission, a diesel engine with moderate appetite, and air conditioning. The body had good aerodynamics. But it never went beyond a prototype — the project remained a project.

AZLK 2143 "Yauza", an experimental sample.

This car was ahead of its time. Even now, its interior looks quite relevant.

AZLK 2141 KR "Moskvich", prototype, 1988.

Under the hood was a UZAM 412 engine with a displacement of 1995 cm³, producing 175 hp, with two paired Weber carburetors, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. The curb weight was 890 kilograms, and the maximum speed reached 200 km/h.