Vladimir Putin is, without a doubt, one of the most important and influential people in the world. Beloved and respected by some, blasted by others, Putin can never be accused of not being a patriot or of loving his country and people.

Russians soon get the opportunity to own a tinier version of Vladimir Putin's official vehicle with the launch at the Aurus Senat at the Moscow Motor Show.

The saloon goes on sale in January 2019, and the automaker expects to sell 150 of them in the first year. While initially available only in Russia, Aurus intends to offer the four-door in other countries eventually, and the firm's goal is to eventually sell 10,000 vehicles a year.

The new Senate model is equipped with a 4.4-liter V8 engine, which is joined by an electric unit. Together, the ensemble is able to develop not less than 600 horsepower.