Recommendations for choosing winter tires for the Lada Granta Liftback

Lada Granta is a budget mass car produced by Volzhsky Automobile.

This car has gained great popularity among citizens of Russia and the CIS countries. In view of its demand, the issue of replacing winter tires on Grant is relevant.

The safety of all road users, as well as the comfort of the driver and passengers while driving, depends on well-chosen winter tires.

This article will discuss the features and main characteristics of winter tires for the Lada Granta, and describe the rules for choosing winter tires for the Granta liftback and its other modifications.

Tires on Grant

Winter tires on Lada Granta

Now let's see which winter tires to choose for the Lada Granta:

Viatti Brina Nordico

A relatively new model, developed by the German Continental together with Italian engineers, and put into production at the facilities of the Nizhnekamsk tire plant.

An asymmetrical tread pattern, a combination of middle blocks with rows of studs along the edges and variable sidewall stiffness technology ensure safe movement and stability when cornering and when crossing uneven roads.

Toyo Observe Garit G3-Ice

Winter tires from the Japanese Toyo are deservedly considered one of the best. If previously only sellers and those who drove it knew about this, then a test carried out at the test site not so long ago left no doubt.

Observe Garit G3-Ice tires competed with the Finnish Hakkapeliitta-7, slightly inferior to it in snowy areas and taking the lead on the compacted track. Experts believe that the whole point is in the studs, which protrude beyond the surface of the tire by 1.2 mm more than normal.

Goodyear UltraGrip 600

Another new product. Atypical tread pattern - as is the case with all Goodyear models. Looking at it, you get the impression that a solid wheel is simply cut into grooves. They provide the tire with excellent handling in loose snow.

Another distinctive feature is the hexagon-shaped studs, which make it possible to quickly accelerate and brake safely.

Hankook W429 i Pike

Winter studded tires of different generations from the Korean manufacturer Hankook have long established themselves as an excellent combination of price and quality. The latest model has been slightly redesigned; the shape of some tread elements has slightly changed, although the symmetry of the pattern and directionality have been preserved.

Massive blocks on the sides replaced narrow ribs, and the tire began to work better in icy conditions.

The best models for summer

Now let's present several worthy summer models:

Bridgestone Ecopia EP150

The tread of this Japanese tire is developed using a new technology (NANO-PROTECH), which makes it possible to reduce the coefficient of rotational resistance and, as a result, save fuel consumption. Plus, the EP150 turned out to be lighter in weight and almost silent.

Nitto NT860

Another Japanese tire produced in Malaysia. Very soft rubber, perfectly balanced and brakes, thanks to the deep tread, self-cleaning from dirt and snow. With all this, the best thing is the low price.

Kormoran Impulser B2

Serbian Kormoran was developed using Michelin technology. The tire is stable when driving at speed, does not “float” if it gets into a puddle, has excellent grip on the road and is controlled when cornering.

Matador MP 47 Hectorra

The new generation summer tire from Slovenia MP-47 Hectorra performs excellently on both dry and wet surfaces thanks to its asymmetrical pattern with four deep longitudinal grooves.

Tread elements are optimized to the maximum, which improves acceleration and braking efforts and reduces noise levels.

Which winter tires are best for a car, or what to put on it for the summer, is, of course, up to the owner to decide. It all depends on what climate zone you have to use the car and what roads you drive on. And our information is designed to understand the characteristics of certain models and the advisability of their use.

Diameter of wheels and rims of the new “Granta” FL – recommended sizes

If the bolt pattern of the new “Granta” FL is the same for all versions, then the sizes of wheels and rims may be different. It depends on the configuration of the car. At the same time, the wheels and rims of cars in different versions and bodies are interchangeable. From the factory, cars are equipped with both stampings and castings.

The Lada Granta FL sedan goes on sale on stamped wheels with a radius of R14, or, as they are also called, stamps in the “Standard” and “Norma” trim levels. They are fitted with tires measuring 175/65 R14 in the first case and 185/60 R14 in the second. But such wheels can be installed on cars of this model and in other versions.

Comparison of Lada Granta wheels

True, most owners subsequently buy stylish alloy wheels for the Lada Granta FL. Not all of them retain the same radius of these elements. Alloy wheels are often installed on “Granta” FL r15 or 16 radius. But sometimes there are adherents of 17 or even 13 radius. In this way they are trying to change the appearance of the car and its driving performance. In the first case, stability when cornering can be increased, and in the second, off-road capability can be increased.

From the factory, alloy wheels on the Granta FL are installed only on luxury and cross-country versions. They have a 15 radius. The standard cast wheels for the Granta Lux FL have an attractive design and a light gray polished tint. They go well with any color and body type of car.

Many owners and experts are sure that Granta FL looks best on 15 discs. With this radius, tires of size 185/55 R15 or 195/55 R15 are used. These parameters ensure optimal load on the suspension and controllability of the machine on any surface.

According to AvtoVAZ, Granta FL should not be used on 16 discs. At least, their admissibility is not noted in the instruction manual. But actually it is not.

It is quite possible to install wheels of this size on this car. In this case, the tire profile should be lower. This should not have a negative impact on the car's handling. But the durability of the suspension elements will decrease.

There is also a Lada Granta FL with 17 discs. Car owners believe that it looks stylish, especially in combination with low-profile tires. Perhaps this is true. But this negatively affects the driving performance and technical condition of the car.

Using such wheels on a Lada Granta FL, for example, “Standard” or “Lux”, is unsafe for suspension parts. They experience increased stress and may fail faster. In addition, handling, especially in difficult weather or road conditions, may become worse. And this is the danger of a traffic accident. And a low profile is not the best solution for Russian roads. Moreover, such wheels can still touch the fender liners and arches when turning the steering wheel.

Lada Granta wheels up close

The bolt pattern of the new “Granta” FL allows you to choose R13 wheels for this car. Most often these are stamped discs. But they have no special practical or aesthetic meaning. Therefore, this decision was not widespread.

Are wheels from other cars suitable for the new Granta FL?

Some car enthusiasts are wondering whether drilling the new Granta FL will allow them to use wheels from other cars. It is not difficult to guess that tires and wheels from Granta of the previous version are suitable for this car. But you can also install wheels from Datsun On-Do or Mi-Do.

It is possible that wheels from some other models may also fit this Lada. But the chatter of the new “Granta” FL, like its previous version, is not widespread. Therefore, motorists sometimes seem to have a limited choice of wheels.

Tire pressure

We found out which tires are suitable for the Lada Granta - now we’ll figure out the pressure. A lot depends on it during the operation of tires, the purchase of which is one of the sources of expense for any car owner. The pressure must be constantly monitored to ensure that the tires do not wear out too quickly.

Premature wear occurs when there is insufficient pressure, but over-pumping is also fraught with consequences.

• If the pressure is regularly lowered by 0.5 Atm less than the norm for 14 radius of 1.9 Atm in the front, and 2.0 Atm in the rear, the tires will last 4 times less - plus fuel consumption increases.
• With an even greater lack of pressure, the car may lose control and the braking distance increases.
• If you drive for a long time on half-flat tires and then inflate them, the tire may simply explode.

Therefore, you need to have a pressure gauge on hand, take measurements from time to time (especially in winter), and if you need to pump up the wheels. The front and rear pair of tires should have the same pressure.

Specific indicators depend on the wheel size. Take, for example, the 195/50 profile, which is one of the replacement options for the LADA Sedan Sport. If this is a radius of 15, then the optimal pressure is 2.3 Atm, and at radius 16 you need to pump 2.4 Atm.

Disc for Lada Granta

This car is practically in the same line with the Priora and Kalina, so many parameters, including the wheelbase, ground clearance, suspension, and hub design are similar. The same can be said about wheel rims.

Lada Granta

First of all, it is worth mentioning the versatility of the model, since the drill pattern of 58.1 mm, as well as the bolt pattern of 4×98, remains unchanged in all models of the concern. In addition, this number and length of studs on the hub fully complies with the standards for small economy class cars from the world's leading manufacturers - 4x100, which gives much more options for replacing discs.

In the simplest configuration, the car is equipped with simple stamped wheels with decorative linings made of polymer materials with a dimension of 5.0J x 13 ET35, and this figure corresponds to the tire parameters 175/70/R13. Car enthusiasts are not very fond of this size, preferring to leave it for the winter and buy larger wheels as a summer option.

The “Standard” and “Norma” configurations are distinguished by wheels with an increased radius - 5.0J x 14 ET35 or 5.5J x 14 ET35, and are fitted with 175/65/R14 and 185/60/R14 tires, respectively. These characteristics improve the visual perception of the car, but are also available only in a stamped version, which does not make the car more expensive when viewed. However, wheels for the Lada Granta R14 can also be purchased in a cast version from independent suppliers and installed on the car as an option.

The latest, top-end configuration of the brand is “Sport”, to the exterior of which the manufacturer has made some adjustments that emphasize the increased dynamic qualities of the car. It is also equipped with Lada Granta alloy wheels with a stylish 6.0J x 15 ET35 grille, on which there are low-profile and wide tires measuring 195/50/R16, significantly distinguishing the car from its competitors.

Disc R13 on Lada Granta

What other tires and wheels are suitable for the Grant?

A survey was conducted among VKontakte users, asking them to choose alloy wheels for Granta. 42% of participants recommend installing R15 wheels on the Grant. 27% chose R14. Third place (17% of voters) believe that 16 wheels on Grant will look best. The left tire compatibility table is built for 175/70 R13, and the right one is for 185/55 R15:

Green indicates the minimum deviation of the wheel diameter (up to 3 mm); Orange indicates a diameter deviation from 3 to 6 mm.

Based on reviews from owners, we have compiled a list of compatibility of Lada Granta tires and wheels:

• R14 wheels on Granta can be installed with the following tire parameters: 175/60 ​​R14, 175/55 R14, 175/50 R14, 175/45 R14, 175/40 R14, 185/55 R14, 185/50 R14, 185/45 R14 , 185/40 R14, 195/50 R14, 195/45 R14, 195/40 R14, 205/55 R14, 205/50 R14, 205/45 R14, 205/40 R14 and 205/32 R14.
• R15 wheels on the Grant are installed with the following parameters: 175/50 R15, 175/45 R15, 175/40 R15, 185/50 R15, 185/45 R15, 185/40 R15, 195/50 R15, 195/45 R15, 195/ 40 R15, 205/50 R15, 205/45 R15, 205/40 R15 and 205/32 R15.
• R16 wheels on the Grant are equipped with tires: 175/50 R16, 175/45 R16, 175/40 R16, 185/45 R16, 185/40 R16, 195/45 R16, 195/40 R16 and 205/32 R16.
• Only 5% of participants recommended R17 wheels for the Grant (the same number voted for R13 wheels); it is recommended to install them with tires: 185/40 R17, 195/40 R17 and 205/32 R17.

Don't forget about the rim width:

When installing tires or wheels that differ in parameters

from those recommended by the factory, you can:

• be refused warranty repair of the chassis;
• be stopped by a traffic police inspector, who has the right to draw up a report on the car’s non-compliance with the requirements of the Technical Regulations;
• fail to pass technical inspection.

Basic tire sizes

In principle, to find out what size tires can be installed on a Lada Granta, just look at the passport or at the plate on the inside of the car door.

Nevertheless, we present to your attention a list of parameters that the manufacturer declares using the example of modifications for the 2022 release:

Winter tires for Lada Granta

The selection of winter tires for the Lada Granta should be based on the characteristics of the terrain on which you will have to drive. If the roads are not cleared enough, and the winter threatens frequent thaws followed by frosts, then in this case you should use studded tires.

Tires for winter use must have soft contact with the road surface, which will provide a reliable degree of traction even on packed snow, and the tread base must be rigid for precise steering. Goodyear, Pirelli and Dinlop Winter companies have the necessary dimensional characteristics for the Lada Granta, namely in the range from R13 to R16.

Winter tires will also require running-in to ensure they fit firmly in their seats. For a good break-in, you will need to drive about 500 kilometers. When running in, you should try to avoid sudden braking and slipping. To improve traction, it is also recommended to choose tires with a narrow profile.

Winter tires, which ones are better to choose??

For winter it is better to use winter “shoes”. At the same time, studded tires from Goodyear, Pirelli, Michelin X-Ice are indispensable on poorly cleaned roads and in winter with frequent thaws and frosts, and also if you have to drive mainly on compacted snow. For residents of large cities who use the Lada Granta only for commuting to work, ordinary winter tires from such well-known companies as Hankook Goodyear, Cordiant, Continental, etc. are sufficient.

Winter tires must be soft at the road contact area (for good grip) and hard at the base of the tread to ensure precise handling. New models entering the Russian market have these properties:

1. Goodyear UltraGrip Ice Arctic, UltraGrip 8 Performance, choice of sizes for Lada Granta: bore diameter from R13 to R17, width from 175 to 225 mm.

2. Pirelli sizes from 13 to 20 inches.

3. Continental offer studless ContiWinterContact tires in sizes with a seat diameter from 15 to 16 inches.

4. Dynlop Winter, choice of size for Lada Granta: bore diameter R13 -16, profile width 155

5. Yokohama offers the iceGuard friction tire, the rubber is presented only with a diameter of 15, 16 and 18 inches, but in the near future the size range will expand from 12 to 19 inches.

6. Hankook friction winter tire Winter i*cept tires will be sold in common sizes from 14 to 16 inches

7. Cordiant Winter Drive comes in popular sizes: 175/70R13, 175/65R14, 185/60R14, 185/65R15, 195/65R15, 205/55R16, 205/60R16, 215/65R16

For studded winter tires to be good, all the studs must be the same height.

In order for studded tires to serve you for a long time, it is important to break them in correctly so that the studs stay in their seats.

For the first 500 km you should drive without overloading, do not skid, do not brake sharply and take turns in easy mode. You should be especially careful with spikes when driving on dry asphalt and across tram tracks and curbs.

When buying winter tires, you should not forget that tires get punctured more often in winter than in summer, and you cannot do without a winter spare tire.

Review of the best summer and winter tires for Lada Granta

The most popular winter tires:

• Vredestein Wintrac Xtreme S - the tread consists of Velcro, which provides maximum traction on wet asphalt and loose snow. The maximum temperature of use is 25°C. The critical point is -35°. The average cost in online catalogs is from 8,500 rubles.
• Goodyear UltraGrip Performance Gen-1 - balanced price-quality ratio. The tire provides good traction on loose snow and ice at sub-zero temperatures. Average price from 7,000 rubles.
• Dunlop Winter Sport 5 is a soft compound rubber that is not susceptible to hardening when the temperature drops. The price of one tire is from 5,500 rubles.
• Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 is a popular model among car enthusiasts in the CIS, including the Russian Federation. Good quality, technical specifications at an affordable price. The service life before replacement exceeds 60 - 70 thousand km. mileage The average price by region is from 5,000 rubles.
• Nokian WR D4 is an economical option for most car owners. High-quality grip, long service life, affordable price from 2900 rubles.

Summer tires for Lada Granta:

• Goodyear Ecient is a high-quality tire at a premium price from a European manufacturer. The tire warms up within a few seconds, providing the widest possible contact patch with the road surface. Rubber guarantees grip, control, cornering, and a minimum percentage of skidding at medium and high speeds. Average price from 5000 rubles.
• Grip Performance is a budget option from a European brand. Better than standard tires in terms of technical characteristics, acceptable for use in urban conditions. Price from 5500 rubles.
• Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 is also a budget model with a price starting from 6,000 rubles. Above average quality at an affordable price.
• Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 is a tire with unidirectional tread, which ensures high handling and minimal vehicle roll when cornering, regardless of weather conditions and temperature conditions. Average cost from 5200 rubles.
• Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT - tires are similar to the previous ones, except that the tread pattern is asymmetrical. Price from 5100 rubles.
• Pirelli P7 Cinturato Blue - long service life is the main highlight of the rubber. The average service life exceeds 65,000 km before replacement. Average price from 5500 rubles.

Service station specialists strongly recommend changing tires strictly according to the seasons, and to a lesser extent using universal, all-season tires. The operating temperature range is several degrees lower than seasonal tires, resulting in reduced vehicle controllability.

Indexes and markings of tires on Lada Granta

To choose the right tire you need to be able to read the indices and other symbols on the tires, namely:

• “T” - the maximum permitted speed of movement is not more than 195 km / h. “H” - up to 205 - 210 km/h. It is not recommended to exceed the speed range, as there is a high probability of shooting, cord deformation, and, as a result, an emergency;
• “Q” - load capacity index: from 85 to 490 kg;
• “ET” is the metal rim bead extension coefficient;
• “KM” - partial and full load index: no more than three passengers, cargo in the trunk up to 50 kg;
• “M+S” - full load - more than three people and over 50 kg in the trunk.

What does the pressure in Lada Granta tires affect?

• Safety and comfort when traveling by car. Over-inflated tires become hard and produce a distinct knocking sound when they hit a hole or bump. There is a high probability that the metal rim will be deformed and the camber-toe angle will be disrupted.
• Fuel consumption: the lower the pressure, the more effort the engine needs to put in to rotate the wheel and move the car. In the case of overinflated tires, fuel consumption is within normal limits.
• Chassis and suspension of the vehicle: overinflated tires do not dampen impacts from unevenness and potholes, but fully transfer them to steering rods, ends, and ball joints. Thus, the elements of the steering system fail faster.
• Shock absorbers and strut pressure springs: similar to the steering rack, rods, and tips, the elements wear out faster due to systematic work. Sharp jolts and impacts cause the spring coils to burst, become deformed, and the shock absorber rod breaks the cylinder.

If you encounter any difficulties with repairs or diagnostics of components and assemblies, contact specialists from service stations, workshops, and service centers for help.

Which brand of winter tires should you buy?

We, guided by the test results of the magazine “Behind the Wheel”, “Auto Review”, etc., have ranked winter tires in order of their stability on ice and snow, acceleration and braking performance.

1) Nokian Hakkapeliitta 7 (studded) – studded tires of this brand can be called the standard of winter tires. Nokian tires are well adapted for the Russian winter: on ice, on snow, and on asphalt the road grip is a solid five. It is best to accelerate, brake, and control on ice with these tires. The only drawback in terms of use from the Finnish manufacturer is noise. And for the price, Nokian Hakkapeliitta 7 tires can hardly be called affordable.

2) Winter tires from the Germans Continental ContiIceContact (studded) are also great for our Russian icy and snowy roads. The quality of Continental studded tires is no worse than Nokian, but Nokian is still a little more stable on ice. In other respects, the Germans did not disappoint - but the Continental tires are much quieter.

3) Michelin X-Ice North 2 tires (studded) are not stuffed with the latest anti-slip technologies like previous rubber models, but they are a little cheaper and differ slightly in stability on snow and ice. Michelin tires provide excellent winter road grip and comfort. It is also worth noting the noiselessness and resistance to longitudinal cuts on the road left by snow removal equipment.

4) Good tires that show good braking results everywhere except asphalt - these are Bridgestone Blizzak WS60 (studded). The Japanese simply could not release a bad product. Bridgestone tires have excellent braking performance on wet pavement and grip well on ice. The advantages of such tires are high comfort, noiselessness, clear handling and high cross-country ability.

Types of wheels and bolt pattern "Lada Grants" liftback

In the stock version, the wheel bolt pattern on the Lada Granta liftback is 4/98. Depending on the configuration, the machine is supplied with stampings or castings. Aluminum alloy wheels have a stylish appearance and are lighter in weight. The photo below of the “Granta” liftback on alloy wheels shows their advantages.

"Lada Granta" liftback with default wheels

By default, casting is included in the CLUB, “Lux” and “Prestige” packages. Buyers of other models will have to be content with stamps or select new wheels themselves. As an alternative, it is possible to install plastic covers on stamped wheels. This does not affect the driving performance in any way, but the car looks better externally, especially when driving.

Parameters of standard nuts

One of the main parameters of nuts or bolts is the shape of their pressing surface, which can have several varieties. When selecting the necessary nuts, you should proceed from the shape of the recess in the mounting hole of the disk.

Most often it is necessary to use bolts or nuts with a cone-shaped clamping part. As a rule, the cone has an angle of 60°. Sometimes such bolts may have a 1.3 mm head and a nose at the end of the nut.

The clamping surface of the fastener can also be flat or hemispherical

It is important that the clamping planes of the fastener and the disk fully correspond to each other. Otherwise, over time, as a result of strong dynamic loads, the attachment point will weaken

When choosing nuts with closed heads, you should pay attention to their length

If the pin prematurely rests on its inner part, then it will not be possible to fully tighten it. Also, nuts that are too short may not leave room for the socket head of the impact wrench. Some wheel models only allow the use of hex or star nuts.

When choosing bolts, you need to consider their length. A reliable connection can only be achieved if the bolt is screwed in to the entire threaded thickness of the hub. However, if it is too long, then when the car moves, such fasteners will begin to cling to internal structures.

The best studded tires for passenger cars

Rubber for cars of this type, as a rule, has a smaller height and profile width than for SUVs. This may explain its lower price, as well as its greater prevalence. We have selected the 4 best winter studded tires based on an analysis of driver reviews and the opinions of tire service employees.

Nokian Tires Nordman 5

The Nokian Tires Nordman 5 winter tire is designed to increase the level of driving safety on snowy and icy roads, with the surface of which the rubber adheres almost perfectly. On asphalt, the car brakes well, which minimizes the likelihood of car accidents.

Thanks to the symmetrical, clearly defined pattern, the machine maintains controllability even in slippery areas. The peculiarity of this model is that after a puncture of the surface, the vehicle can continue to move for some time in order to have enough time to get to the nearest repair service. Wear-resistant materials reduce the risk of rubber abrasion and damage to its integrity.

Advantages:

• Large selection of profile widths;
• Maximum speed index – up to 190 km/h;
• Wide range of diameters;
• Variety of profile heights;
• Withstands loads up to 1180 kg;
• Not very noisy.

Flaws:

The braking on bare asphalt is worse than on snow.

Gislaved Nord Frost 200

This model of winter tires can be included in the rating of the best due to its versatility - the tire feels great on both snowy and slippery asphalt. The car drives great with it on any road section, even on unpaved sections.

The Gislaved Nord Frost 200 product is wear-resistant and soft, which ensures smooth movement of the vehicle and a less noisy ride than many other options. This model is designed for northern winters, but is also well suited for mild ones. One tire can withstand up to 800 kg of weight, which allows it to be successfully used even for large passenger cars.

Advantages:

• Brakes well in snow;
• Excellent grip on road surfaces;
• Soft;
• Easy to change;
• Famous manufacturer;
• Excellent handling on wet asphalt;
• Suitable for driving on dirt roads.

Flaws:

When used in dry asphalt conditions, tires wear out faster and make more noise.

Bridgestone Blizzak Revo GZ 205/55 R16 91S

This is the best tire in terms of cross-country ability; a car equipped with it easily overcomes snowdrifts and is not afraid of ice. When it appears, the car does not slip, which makes driving safer. A special feature of this model is that it is easy to clean the tread from snow, although it does not become very clogged with it. The product is made of high-quality materials, guaranteeing wear resistance and long service life. Thanks to this, braking and acceleration become more confident and easier.

Advantages:

• High resistance to impacts;
• Good maneuverability;
• Strong;
• Excellent density of materials;
• The spikes literally bite into the surface;
• Excellent value for money.

Flaws:

• Small choice of profile height;
• A certain noise when the car brakes;
• On wet asphalt, slight hydroplaning is felt.

Nokian Hakkapeliitta 7

The choice of this winter tire is the best for those who want to purchase tires for wheels that grip the snow most successfully, depending on the type of passenger car and the condition of the road surface. The more lamellas, the better the effect of rubber adhesion to the surface. The special tread pattern allows the vehicle to effectively resist hydroplaning and maintain excellent handling on roads covered with snow and ice.

Advantages:

• Good performance on both dry and snow surfaces;
• Excellent studding;
• Excellent resistance to lateral drift;
• Brakes quickly;
• The car accelerates easily;
• Allows you to reach high speeds, up to 190 km per hour;
• One tire can load up to 1360 kg.

Flaws:

• High noise level;
• Overcharge.

What you should pay attention to when choosing tires for Granta

When choosing winter car tires, special attention should be paid to the road surface on which these tires are intended to be used.

If the tires are designed for mud and off-road use, they will cope better with drifts, sleet and ice, but may not be effective on wet pavement. In addition, powerful tires that perform well in suburban conditions can wear out greatly when driving on a clean highway. On the contrary, tires designed for everyday city driving may not cope even with light off-road conditions.

Recommended tire pressure for Lada Granta: sedan, liftback

Car: Lada Granta. Asks: Vasily Petrovich. The essence of the question: What pressure should be in the tires of a car, and what are the recommendations of the plant and the owners of the Lada Grant?

I purchased a Lada Granta in the “NORMA+” configuration. The former owner drove on 15-radius tires, but I, taking into account the quality of our roads, decided to change the wheels to R14 in order to increase the profile of the tire itself.

1. At the same time, the question arose: at what pressure is it optimal to ride on tires of different radii?
2. What tire pressure will be optimal for the Lada Grant?
3. There is also a popular idea that if you reduce the pressure, the car will become “softer”. Is this so and what does it mean?

What is tire pressure?

First, it’s worth understanding the very concept of tire pressure. After all, this indicator is relative, and it does not show how much air is in the tire, but indicates the ratio of the amount of air to the volume. Therefore, for tires of different radii, width and profile height, the tire pressure will be approximately the same.

Factory pressure settings

Yes, indeed, if you look at the Lada Grant’s operating book, different tire sizes correspond to different pressures.

Factory recommended tire pressure parameters

But the difference is not too significant. For wheels with size R13, the front and rear wheels should be kept inflated to 1.9 atmospheres, and R14 and R15 should be inflated to 2 atmospheres.

Lada Granta sedan

13 tires on the Norma configuration

Lada Granta liftback

14th tires for Granta liftback

Pressure and load on the vehicle

In this case, you should also take into account the load with which the car is operated most of the time. If the payload is around half of the maximum load capacity, then the tires should be inflated as described above.

But, if the car constantly drives under full load, then the pressure in the rear tires should be increased slightly. For 13th wheels at the rear you need to pump up to 2.1 atm., and for 14th and 15th radius the pressure in the rear tires of the Lada Grant needs to be increased from 2.0 to 2.2 atmospheres.

If you drive on wheels whose pressure is slightly lower than required by the car manufacturer, it will indeed be a little more comfortable. But there are several factors to consider.

Factors to consider

Firstly, it is safety. It is not for nothing that the manufacturer prescribes a specific pressure value for tires.

When driving at low speeds, for example up to 60 km/h, this will not have much effect, but if you are a speed lover, then it is better not to experiment.

Tires with pressure even slightly less than the nominal pressure will worsen the vehicle's handling at high speeds and also increase its braking distance.

Less pressure - more flow

Secondly, lower tire pressure means greater rolling resistance, and therefore higher fuel consumption, as well as increased wear of the tread itself. Therefore, almost all tire manufacturers recommend that drivers regularly check the tire pressure of their car. This should be done at least once every three weeks.

Optimal tire size for Lada Granta

As for how to make driving on rough roads more comfortable with tires, it is best to choose those that have the highest profile. Due to this, the wheels will be able to absorb large irregularities.

In this case, the best option for the Lada Grant is tires with size 185/60R14.

About Belshina products

Before answering the question “Which is better: Belshina or Kama?”, it is worth taking a close look at the features of each brand. Let's start with the Belarusian tire plant. Belshina produces more than 300 types of tires of different sizes for the following types of equipment:

• trucks and cars;
• minibuses;
• Agreecultural machines. Agreecultural equipment;
• road construction equipment;
• all-terrain vehicles.

The Belshina plant exports more than half of its products to Russia, and also has dozens of partnership agreements with other countries. The design and appearance of winter and summer tires of this brand have patent protection. At the same time, Belshina guarantees full compliance of tires with state standards. The tires themselves have a service life of at least 5 years and are suitable for use until the tread pattern is completely erased, as they retain their functionality for a long time. In addition to the fact that the tires are characterized by high durability, it is worth noting that they provide good grip on various types of roads, as evidenced by the results of various tests.

Non-standard tire size for LADA Granta

On some cars it is possible to install wheels in the size range R16 or R17. But car owners should be aware that often such a change can only harm the car and worsen its overall quality indicators.

For other Lada 2190 models, specialists and car manufacturers do not recommend installing disks whose diameter exceeds R15. Since it has been proven that the higher this indicator, the greater the risk of disc deformation. Therefore, when choosing new wheels and tires, you should not experiment with new sizes. Tires with dimensions that do not differ from the factory assembly are best suited for the car.

Rating of the best all-season tires for Lada Granta

The best tire models for the Lada Granta presented in our review are the best fit for the well-known trade price/quality ratio.

Tigar ALL SEASON

Description of the tire. The model is a product of joint developments between French specialists Michelin and Russian VAZ.

The tires differ in the width of the central tread block with a symmetrical directional pattern.

This arrangement allows you to maintain the vehicle's directional stability at various speeds.

The slots on the shoulder areas keep the car on the track in turns, clinging to the road surface with its edges.

They also remove dirt, slush, and water from under the wheel. There are also lamellas located here that promote reliable grip between the wheel and the road.

The drainage system, which includes two central channels and diagonal grooves, quickly drains the contact surface of the tire and the road surface.

Pros of Tigar ALL SEASON

1. Confident movement on grass and clay.
2. Good tire balancing.
3. Reasonable price.
4. Comfortable driving on uneven roads.
5. Excellent stability, including when cornering.
6. Interesting drawing.
7. Despite the wide profile, it retains its shape.

Cons of Tigar ALL SEASON

1. At sub-zero temperatures it gets a little tan.

Selection of tires by model

Knowing the size of the “shoes”, all that remains is to choose the style. Any car should have two sets of tires: winter and summer. Winter tires are installed without waiting for frost, but when the thermometer regularly drops below +5 degrees.

To save on the purchase of winter tires, some drivers make the mistaken decision to drive all-season tires. Therefore, we will make a small digression and explain why this should not be done.

When and what tires are needed for a car?

Let’s say right away that there are no tires that behave stably in any conditions. Why then is the tire called all-season? Because of the tread, which must have a deep relief and grooves through which water, dirt, and slush can easily pass.

All-season tires are tires that are comfortable to drive in the off-season, when the air temperature varies from +7 to -10 degrees. It is often marked M+S (mud/snow), which confuses many.

But in fact, an all-season tire is a summer tire and is not suitable for year-round driving, even in the southern regions of the country.

• All mud tires, and all winter tires, have an all-season tread. The only difference is in the rubber composition, which is designed for positive or negative wheel operation. On a winter tire, for better grip on icy roads, many thread-like sipes are made, which distinguishes it from all-season tires.
• Studless winter tires are popularly called Velcro. On such tires, the car feels great in icy conditions, but when the temperature outside is consistently positive (above +6-7 degrees), it must be changed to summer shoes.
• Winter tires are much softer, so if you try to drive them in the summer, they will wear out quickly. Studded tires are better suited for driving on snow, so when in winter you have to drive not on cleared asphalt, but on a country road, it is better to give preference to studded tires.
• All year round, all-season vehicles are driven mainly by trucks and buses, on which changing wheels is a labor-intensive process, and besides, there are usually more than four of them. True, in severe frosts and snowfalls they have a hard time riding on such tires.