Which winter tires are best to choose for a grant?

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Without tires, a car is not a car, but a cart. Thanks to the tires, reliable traction of the car with the road is ensured. It is especially important to have road stability in winter. Our country has a harsh winter, the road surface in many parts of the country is covered with a layer of ice and snow, and the well-advertised so-called “all-season” vehicles will not save the day. Weather conditions require different properties from tires; the performance of universal all-season tires is average and does not provide good grip results. Some people manage to drive on summer tires in winter, and take great risks, and most of them get into accidents due to instability on the road and increased braking distance. There is only one conclusion: winter wheels are simply necessary for our conditions.

Velcro or Spiked?

Winter tires are divided into studded and velcro. Which ones are better? It all depends on the road you will be driving on. If you think 100% that you will not go out of town on the highway in winter, then you can confidently buy studless winter tires, but do not forget about the poor behavior of such tires on ice. The advantage of Velcro is its good adhesion to asphalt. Well, if you assume that you will have to go on a country road at least once, then you simply need studs. Outside the city there will be snow and ice, and spikes will perform well in such conditions.

When choosing winter tires, as when purchasing any product, you pay attention mainly to the price. But not everyone understands that their safety on the road and their life depend on winter tires.

Popular publications conduct tests of winter car tires, choosing the best and worst.

Winter tires for Granta: features

When choosing winter tires for a Lada Granta car, you need to know exactly what modification of this car the tires are selected for. The first generation Lada Granta began production in May 2011 as a sedan in several trim levels. At the same time, Lada Granta Sport was introduced. In May 2015, production of the Lada Granta Liftback began.

The production of the first generation "Grants" ended in 2022. In 2019, mass production of the second generation Lada Granta began in two bodies: a sedan and a liftback, in several trim levels.

The in-plant designation of the Lada Granta sedan car is VAZ 2190, the Lada Granda liftback is VAZ 2191.

Characteristics

The first most important characteristic of rubber is size. Tire size parameters using the 175/65 R14 marking as an example:

• 175 is the width of the tire, measured in millimeters.
• 65 is the profile height, measured as a percentage of the tire width.
• R - indicates that the tire is radial (from the English word radial), but certainly not that the radius designation follows, as many people think. Wheels have no radius, only diameter. The radius of a tire is its type of construction. There is also a bias tire type.
• 14 is the tire diameter in inches. To convert this figure into the usual centimeters, you need to multiply the inch value by 2.54.

Tire size

The second important characteristic of any tire is the maximum weight and speed index. It is most often recommended to install 82 H tires on Grant cars. This marking indicates that this tire can withstand loads of up to 475 kg and operates effectively at speeds of up to 210 km/h.

Next, you need to pay attention to the presence of thorns. Many versions of winter tires are produced without studs at all. Some have sparse thorns. Each manufacturer strives to come up with a new, improved type of studs. They differ in shape, size and material from which they are made. Their main purpose is to pierce the ice for better starting and braking on icy surfaces.

The next important factor is the depth of the tread pattern and the pattern itself. The tread determines the quality of wheel grip on the road surface. The more technologically advanced the pattern on the rubber is, the better the tires will have noise, drainage and reliability characteristics.

In addition, there are many other characteristics. In general, the better the quality of the tire, the more reliable and stable ride it will provide.

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.

Sphere of influence of tires and wheels

To understand which tires are best suited for the Lada Granta, you first need to find out what the size of the tires and wheels of the car affects. Service station specialists note that when replacing tires, one should be guided by the fact that the difference in outer diameter is minimal.

The selection of tires affects the following features of vehicle operation:

• brake and traction characteristics;
• transmission;
• fuel consumption;
• atmospheric emissions.

Increasing the radius of the wheel, tire and rim has the following effects.

Legend: + - improvement, - - deterioration, 0 - no change.

Changing your tire size will definitely lead to changes in your vehicle's handling accuracy. As the volume of the tire becomes larger, the scale of the space in contact with the road surface increases. This provides ample opportunities for maneuverability.

Factory specifications of tires and wheels for LadaGranta

According to the factory specifications, the original tires supplied from the factory have a radius of R14 and R13. R14 is a fairly classic option for small cars.

Both wheels and tires with these dimensional characteristics are inexpensive and are quite easy to find on the market. The situation is similar with the R13.

Therefore, when analyzing which discs are suitable for the nagrant, you should keep this point in mind.

Size characteristics of tires and wheels, which are also suitable for LadaGranta Currently, all AvtoVAZ models with front-wheel drive are equipped with R15 size wheels. And although the original Lada Granta R15 tires with this wheel model have dimensional characteristics of 185/55, they will also fit well with tires 175/70, 185/60 and even 195/55.

Lada Granta Sport tires have a factory size of R16. The dimensions of the tire itself are 195/50. On the Grant Sport, the tire size dictates that the rack is shortened, allowing even the smallest wheel to fit into the space for it. With this wheel diameter you can safely install tires of sizes 175/50, 184/45 and even 195/40.

Factory tire pressure parameters LadaGranta

• The pressure in the grant tires of the basic factory configuration, namely R13 and R14 at partial load looks like this: R13 (175/70) - 0.19/0.19 (1.9/1.9) R14 (175/65) - 0 .20/0.20 (2.0/2.0) Data are presented in the ratio “kg/cm2”.
• The pressure in Grant Sport tires is approximately at the same level, adjusted for the dimensional characteristics of the wheel, namely R16.

Correctly checking tire pressure. Recommendations

Constant monitoring of tire pressure levels ensures safe travel and prevents tire wear.

If the pressure is at a low level (below 1.9 atmospheres), then the side parts of the tread, due to the uneven distribution of air when driving, will wear out much more.

When tires are overinflated (above a value of 2.0), the middle part of the tread will suffer, which is also fraught with consequences.

List of negative consequences from uneven distribution of tire pressure:

1. the scale of contact with the road is expanding;
2. rapid and uneven tread wear;
3. decreased vehicle controllability;
4. potential danger of creating an emergency situation on the road.

To correctly measure tire pressure, you will need a pressure gauge. Measurements should be taken some time after the trip, so that the air in the tires has time to cool down after intense heating during driving.

The optimal value (for R13 – 1.9, for R14 – 2.0) is indicated as a number that can be found on the gas tank or car door.

It is important that when using the pressure gauge, air does not escape from the wheel.

The resulting value must be compared with the optimal one and pumped up to the desired value. For wheels that are parallel and on the same axis, the pressure level should be identical.

Is it possible to install wheels of size R16 205/55 on the Lada Granta

Wheels with a radius of R16 and dimensions of 205/55 are not suitable for both the regular LadaGranta configuration and the Sport model. Due to their too large diameter, they will fit too tightly, which when driving will lead to rapid wear of the treads and reduced maneuverability of the vehicle. Owners of Lada Granta recommend installing 195/50 or 205/45 with a radius of R16.

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.

Summer tires for LadaGranta

High-quality summer tires should provide a high level of grip on both dry and wet asphalt, as well as a smooth ride. Tires must have a wide profile, and for this, tires with the dimensional characteristics R14 185/60 or R14 175/65 are best suited.

A short checklist - How to buy tires for the Lada Granta correctly

1. When looking for the right tires, keep in mind the factory dimensional specifications. The size of the selected tires must match these data.
2. Pay attention to the tread pattern. Driving comfort largely depends on it.
3. Pay attention to the width parameters. The acceleration and braking of a car is affected by the width of the spot converging with the road surface.
4. Particular attention should be paid to the bore diameter. Tires that are excessively high or wide can damage the suspension, while tires that are too narrow will increase the load on the bearings.
5. It is important to take into account the maximum speed index and the load capacity index.
6. Treadwear, Traction, Temperature and MaxPressure data provide information on the tire's factory wear life, braking performance, temperature resistance and pressure limit for the tire respectively.

Source: https://remont-avtovaz.ru/podbiraem-shiny-i-diski-dlya-lady-granta/

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:

Tires, wheels for Lada Granta

The selection of tires for the Lada Granta, as well as for other cars, cannot be decided unambiguously. When choosing one tire or another, it is necessary to take into account the year of manufacture of the car, the weather conditions of the area in which the car is operated, and the driving style of its owner.

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.

Suitable wheel sizes and recommended tire pressure for Lada Granta

LADA Granta is a budget car made in Russia. The front-wheel drive sedan was appreciated by drivers.

Attractive appearance, quiet and dynamic ride, spacious trunk, comfortable interior, good sound insulation and technical characteristics - this is not a complete list of its advantages.

The manufacturer took into account the peculiarities of domestic roads and developed a car that performs well on them.

Like any other machine, this one requires careful attention. During operation, it is necessary to change not only consumables, but also monitor the condition of the wheels.

The air pressure inside allows them to perform their functions efficiently. It changes over time under the influence of certain factors.

An increase occurs after movement, a decrease in the cold season.

Measurements must be taken regularly. It is ideal to do this every day, but, as practice shows, not everyone succeeds. It will be enough to check the condition of the tires once a week. The indicator depends on the size of the wheels and the load on the car. Information about what pressure should be in the Lada Granta Sedan is given in the form of a table.

Dimensions and air inflation pressure in LADA Granta sedan tires

Tire pressure Lada Granta Liftback

• *Partial load – when there are no more than 3 adults in the car, there is no cargo in the trunk.
• Full load - when there are 3 or more people in the car, and there is a load weighing 50 kg in the trunk.
• *Tightening torque of wheel bolts 70-90 N*m

During winter, tire pressure decreases by 7 kPa (1 psi) for every 7 °C (12 °F) decrease in temperature.

Source: https://PolomkiAuto.ru/razmery-koles-i-davlenie-v-shinah-lady-granta.html

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.

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.