Supertest of summer tires 185/60R14: heading into summer

Tires for the VAZ/LADA Kalina I. The catalog contains summer and winter tires, which are recommended for different modifications of the car and engine types. When selecting tires for a VAZ/LADA Kalina I, you must take into account the diameter of the wheel that is installed on the car.

To select tires for VAZ/LADA Kalina I, select the car model and the size of summer or winter tires in diameters 14, 15, 16:

Before choosing and buying tires for VAZ/LADA Kalina I , you need to select the required season of tire use and size. Be careful, the winter and summer tires recommended by the automaker for VAZ/LADA Kalina I may have different diameters, parameters (size) and, accordingly, prices.

The main tire parameters when selecting tires for VAZ/LADA are:

• Width (measured in mm).
• Diameter (in inches).
• Profile (percentage relative to width).

Also, do not forget about the additional characteristics of rubber, such as: noise, wear resistance and the ability to resist hydroplaning. All of them create comfort and, most importantly, traffic safety. For the Kalina I model with a tire pressure monitoring system, it is possible to install runflat tires, which, if damaged, allow you to drive 50 km at speeds of up to 80 km/h.

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Ideal tires for VAZ Kalina Station Wagon 2007-2013 (I) - 1.6i (8 class)

We strongly advise you to choose tires from the list recommended by the manufacturer. Incorrect selection of the standard size can increase the load on the bearings and suspension, resulting in breakdown and subsequent expensive repairs. In addition, the comfort, safety and life of both the driver and passengers depend on the choice of tires.

Our catalog contains tires for VAZ Kalina Station Wagon 2007-2013 (I) - 1.6i (8 class) of all main types:

If you are not sure that these tires for VAZ Kalina Station Wagon 2007-2013 (I) - 1.6i (8cl.) meet your requirements, or require special operating conditions, please contact our managers before purchasing. They will definitely select an option that will satisfy your needs 100%.

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All tires for VAZ Kalina Station Wagon 2007-2013 (I) - 1.6i (8 class), presented in the catalog, have a factory warranty and fully meet established quality standards.

A car is not just a means of transportation, but also a luxury item, so the driver requires attentiveness to the technical component and functionality. It is imperative to regularly carry out technical inspections, change consumables, and also change tires in accordance with the season.

Car tires are an opportunity to maintain not only maneuverability, but also the safety of the vehicle, since low-quality tires can result in a violation of comfort while driving.

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Conventionally, all rubber can be divided into winter and summer with a characteristic tread pattern, tire composition and its main technical parameters. In addition, quality is considered an important property, since not every manufacturer can guarantee the reliability and practicality of their products.

The Lada Kalina car is a combination of reasonable cost, practicality and functionality, and therefore the consumer receives many technical advantages. Below is a table of possible tire sizes for this vehicle.

What tire sizes does the manufacturer recommend to install?

The manufacturers of the Lada Kalina car tried to work on the technical part, so now the consumer receives a wide range of options and offers.

There are three options for car tires:

1. The standard “Zhigulevsky” version is car tires size 175/70R13. This is a classic that will always be in fashion due to the combination of its attractiveness, practicality and technical features.
2. The second option is more suitable for VAZ cars - 175/65R14, and such tires are very often found on Lada Kalina, since this emphasizes sophistication and sophistication.
3. The third standard tire option for Lada Kalina cars is 185/65R15.

All other tire options cannot be called standard, so they are not always suitable for Lada cars, as they combine some inconveniences for subsequent use. An important point is that the Lada car does not always tolerate experiments, so it is better to use the classics. But there are also certain non-standard options that have a right to exist.

Factory recommendations for choosing tires and wheels

The behavior of a car on the road is largely determined by the characteristics of the wheels installed on it, especially the tires.

The answer to the question regarding the equipment of the Lada Kalina: which wheels are suitable can be found in the manufacturer's instructions. The factory documentation for Lada Kalina indicates three types of tires recommended for installation:

• one of the popular options, also installed on classics, is 175/70R13 tires;
• the most common tire size today is 175/65R14;
• another standard option is 185/65R15.

The plant also allows the Lada Kalina to be equipped with 185/60R14 and 185/55 R15 tires.

What size tires are Lada Kalina Cross? It is recommended to install tires with overall dimensions of 195/55R15 on this model.

For the Lada Kalina Sport car, the factory has established its own standards:

An important question regarding the Lada Kalina: which wheels are suitable? Lada Kalina cars are factory equipped with steel wheels with a diameter of 13 or 14 inches, aluminum wheels 14″ or (sports version) wheels with alloy wheels 15 inches.

What non-standard sizes can be supplied?

Non-standard sizes of winter and summer tires are acceptable on the Lada Kalina, if you choose them correctly among the entire range provided. At the moment, manufacturers have tried to expand the boundaries of their offerings in order to prove themselves to potential customers. The following options for non-standard winter and summer tires are distinguished:

1. The R16 is a large diameter wheel, which raises the car's suspension slightly, resulting in a soft and smooth ride.
2. Small radii are an opportunity to lower the vehicle, while emphasizing its practicality, but it is not recommended to use the car at such a low “landing” in impassable terrain, since there is a possibility of damage to the front and rear bumpers.

Summer tires differ from winter tires in that they remain stable on the track, despite the increased temperature of the surface, which heats up the rubber and can cause it to stick to the surface. In winter, it is important to ensure good grip on slippery roads, while preventing the car from skidding on a poorly cleaned road surface.

What is the tire pressure

The Lada Kalina car, like any other, requires careful technical preparation, and the tires must be inflated to a certain level in order to maintain maneuverability, practicality and safety on the track. It is also considered an important property that the pressure level can be adjusted depending on the terrain, while creating characteristic technical conveniences in this matter.

The correct choice of tire pressure is a guarantee of their safe and practical use. Normal, that is, medium pressure, is the best option for maneuverable driving to obtain practicality and convenience when driving a vehicle. If the tires have low pressure, then maneuverability is reduced and the car can go off the road when driving at high speed, creating characteristic dangers.

Field players

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Who participates in our tests? First of all, tires from leading manufacturers. This is the so-called Top Five, the top five: Michelin, Bridgestone, Goodyear, Continental and Pirelli. Another important player is the Finnish company Nokian Tires: the capacity of its plant in St. Petersburg will soon reach 18 million tires per year. In total, these six attackers sell the lion's share of all passenger tires on the Russian market.

The second line includes mid-price tires: BFGoodrich, Sava, Gislaved, Matador, Formula, as well as tires from fast-growing companies such as Yokohama, Hankook, Toyo and other Asian manufacturers.

In defense - budget tires, including domestic ones, for example Cordiant. We also carefully study the tires of young Chinese companies: they do not make a difference on the field, but sometimes we take them into our tests - what if a brilliant newcomer appears and beats everyone?

Review of the best summer and winter tires

Car tires require special care when choosing, and that is why care is needed here. Lada Kalina puts forward its own requirements for car tires, so it is important to consider the points individually when selecting winter and summer options.

Basic summer tires

Nokian Hakka Green 2 is a popular option for summer car tires that ideally combines quality, reliability, practicality and functionality. Reasonable cost and quality from manufacturers are the main advantages.

Continental ContiPremiumContact 5 is the second most important option, the cost of which is an order of magnitude higher than that of the Nokian, but at the same time the quality is slightly different, inferior by literally a couple of points.

Formula Energy is an option that is almost half the cost of the previous one, but is in no way inferior in quality. If you are on a limited budget, this tire option will be ideal.

Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 are well-known summer tires for cars, and they combine quality, reliability, attractiveness and affordable price. All this became the basis for the development of popularity. But, as practice shows, there are certain differences in quality, so it’s difficult to call such rubber durable.

Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance is a combination of a well-known brand and a fairly high cost because of it, so there is a need to rationally consider the options. It is also important to note that the quality, as practice has shown, is slightly different from current offers.

TOP 10 best summer tires R14

The choice of summer tires on the car market is huge, but our review included only 10 models from reliable and popular brands. Oddly enough, there are quite a lot of worthy representatives in size R14. Therefore, manufacturers annually try to improve the characteristics and consumer properties of even those models that are familiar to customers. The rating from our editors presents the best R14 tires in the middle price segment, because it is this category that has attracted more interest from buyers in recent years. And contrary to stereotypes, in 2022 you can choose high-quality 14-radius tires that ideally combine reliability and affordability.

Continental EcoContact 6

In all respects, EcoContact 6 tires are the best - silent, excellent road holding, excellent performance on dry and wet surfaces, as well as on grass. The tires were developed according to European standards, therefore they comply with the legislation of both Europe and Russia. The tire tread is average, not aggressive, it drains water well, but is not very suitable for roads without asphalt, where there is a lot of dirt. The soft sidewall will not allow you to “jump” a lot over high obstacles, but with careful driving the factor is quite acceptable. Rubber from one of the most popular manufacturers, Continental, has received many positive reviews, not only for its quality, but also for its impeccable softness on the road.

Advantages:

• no aquaplaning;
• holds the road confidently;
• acceptable noise level;
• combination of price and characteristics;
• moderate tread drains water well;
• low rolling resistance.

Flaws:

• soft side.

Bridgestone Turanza T001

Bridgestone has developed some of the best car tires on the market, providing superior handling in dry conditions or heavy rain. At reasonable speeds the water wedge is completely absent. On large ones - moderate, grip is not significantly reduced, but driving safety is maintained. According to reviews, Turanza T001 is quite wear-resistant tires with a long service life, durable and strong sidewall. The car easily passes small holes and potholes without losing its smoothness and softness. After installation, the noise is significantly reduced and comfort increases when passing sections of bad roads. However, any road tires are not very good on rural roads with deep ruts and mud.

Advantages:

• Japanese production;
• increased wear resistance;
• decent handling;
• strong sidewall;
• perfect grip even at high speed.

Flaws:

• quiet, but not silent;
• not for off-road use.

GOODYEAR Eagle Sport

Good inexpensive Eagle Sport tires, judging by numerous positive reviews, are very popular among car owners. An optimized asymmetric tread with four longitudinal grooves removes water and dirt well, increasing cross-country ability not only on highways and city roads, but also on country roads. The manufacturer assures that the balanced pressure distribution is improved and increases controllability - this has been fully proven in practice by customers. The car easily takes high-speed turns, moves away confidently, and quietly “swallows” small holes and potholes. Users have not identified any significant disadvantages to the tire, so the only disadvantages are the lack of RunFlat and Seal technologies. However, for high-quality budget tires this cannot be called a critical flaw, because the tire is the best in its price segment.

Advantages:

• combination of low price and high quality;
• low noise;
• user-tested durability;
• optimized tread with good water drainage;
• Balanced pressure distribution for a comfortable and safe ride.

Flaws:

• without optional RunFlat and Seal support.

Nokian Tires Hakka Green 3

The best inexpensive summer tires in the ranking are famous for being the quietest. Premium eco-friendly tires are designed for changeable summer weather and perform confidently both on dry asphalt and on wet roads in pouring rain. And environmental friendliness is ensured by economical fuel consumption, which is also good for the budget. Wear resistance, according to the manufacturer, has been increased by 35%; this is confirmed by buyers, noting strength in reviews. Users also noted the softness of the tires on the road, effective drainage of water when driving through puddles, and good grip when cornering. Of the minuses, car owners still pointed out the somewhat soft sidewall.

Advantages:

• increased wear resistance;
• reduction in fuel consumption;
• combination of price and quality;
• affordable price;
• stable movement in any weather.

Flaws:

• soft side.

Pirelli Cinturato P1 Verde

One of the most budget-friendly tires that are not inferior to their classmates in all the main characteristics: durability, good road handling. Buyers often recommend Cinturato P1 Verde tires to each other, because they are quite cheap, but at the same time they last a long time and confidently hold the car on dry asphalt or wet roads. If recommendations from users are not enough, the “Behind the Wheel” editors will add them. The magazine conducted its own testing, awarding Pirelli 4th place out of 13, noting good performance in all disciplines and high directional stability at high speeds. The quality was also appreciated by the German Auto Bild, which ranked Cinturato in 5th place. Rubber with excellent consumer properties is still not without its drawbacks - on dry asphalt it behaves somewhat worse than on a wet road.

Advantages:

• justified cost;
• excellent directional stability at speeds;
• perfect handling on wet asphalt;
• strength and wear resistance;
• high scores on domestic and foreign tests.

Flaws:

• They behave worse on dry roads than on wet ones.

Yokohama Bluearth ES32

For good handling and high wear resistance, Bluearth ES32 received the “Users’ Choice” status on the Yandex.Market portal, scoring 4.7 points. The tires are good and inexpensive, make little noise, and ride smoothly on rough asphalt. According to tests in all disciplines, ES32 took the “golden mean”, beating most competitors in terms of price-quality ratio. According to reviews, the tires are worthy not only of attention, but also of purchase - they last a long time, do not let you down on the road, and are equally good both on a dry road and in a torrential downpour. For those who are purposefully looking for a set of summer tires with a symmetrical tread, this is the best choice. Analyzing the reviews, it was not possible to identify any disadvantages of the rubber, if we do not take into account the polar opposite subjective comments.

Advantages:

• low cost;
• long service life;
• reasonable handling on wet asphalt;
• good performance in all disciplines on tests;
• front and rear can be swapped;
• soft and quiet.

Viatti Strada Asimmetrico V-130

These are some of the best wet road tires in the budget category. Despite the relatively low cost, the tires showed excellent grip on the road surface. In addition, it is quite durable, with a rigid sidewall that is resistant to hernias and punctures. Buyers unanimously note confident movement in all weather conditions - there is no roll when cornering, it goes well on broken and bumpy roads. Among the minuses, it is worth noting excessive noise during the break-in period or when driving on granular asphalt. But the advantages and affordable cost clearly outweigh the relatively minor disadvantages.

Advantages:

• controllability;
• low cost;
• durable sidewalls;
• good directional stability.

Flaws:

• not particularly long service life;
• a bit noisy.

Kumho Ecowing ES31

Inexpensive Korean ES31 tires are new for 2022 and have already won the approval of many car owners. The rubber is quite soft, so it has excellent acoustic properties. The outer sidewall is reinforced with high-quality cord, which prevents hernias and punctures. On the road the tires perform well, performing well both on wet and dry asphalt. The aquaclean is not critical, it reveals itself a little only when turning – this is a big plus, considering the budget cost. According to reviews from car owners, these are the best tires in combination of price and quality, combining effective water drainage, good cross-country ability on urban and rural roads and wear resistance. However, on a surface with a thick layer of mud, grip deteriorates; however, this property is inherent in many models of summer tires.

Advantages:

• one of the quietest tires in the rating;
• reinforced sidewall;
• normal wear resistance;
• road comfort and handling;
• adequate combination of price and quality.

Flaws:

• not for muddy dirt roads.

Matador MP 47 Hectorra 3

Hectorra 3 was included in our rating as the most budget R14 tire for the summer season. The model has a sporty design, looks solid and expensive. But the main advantage of rubber is its good consumer properties. Due to the ribs and rigid blocks in the central part, the manufacturer has improved the transmission of traction and braking forces, shortening the braking distance and increasing controllability. Good pressure balance reduces wear by distributing the load evenly across the entire contact patch. In reviews, car owners write a lot about comfort, reduced noise and complete control over the road in pouring rain. But, based on experience, it is recommended to purchase tires for cars with rigid suspension.

Advantages:

• shortened braking distance;
• handling on wet surfaces;
• low price;
• good drainage;
• proven wear resistance.

Flaws:

• Buyers do not recommend for soft suspension.

Cordiant Comfort 2

The manufacturer Cordian has developed the best 14-inch summer tires for everyday driving. Three longitudinal grooves, according to reviews, perfectly drain water, giving the rubber impeccable handling on wet surfaces with deep puddles. Noise is present, but minimal, so comfort is maintained even on a bad road. The car moves smoothly and confidently through holes and ditches; thanks to the good quality of the rubber, you can forget about breaks and punctures. I was also pleased with the directional stability, including at high speed - full control over the road, powerful grip, easy cornering. The steering wheel reacts without unnecessary hesitation, providing increased driving safety. Buyers did not identify any disadvantages, noting that the tires are more than decent for a budget employee.

Advantages:

• good balancing;
• smooth ride;
• reliable resistance to aquaplaning;
• moderate wear.