Recommendations for choosing winter tires for the Lada Granta Liftback

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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 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.

Wheel size: basic terms

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It doesn’t matter whether “Granta Sport” is a new model or an old one, the marking of the discs does not change. The main parameters that are taken into account when choosing wheels:

• disc diameter (rim diameter);
• rim width;
• departure;
• location of mounting holes;
• diameter of the mounting hole (diameter of the hole for the hub).

Wheel "Lada Granta Sport"

Let's take a closer look at them.

Disc diameter (rim diameter)

The rim mounting diameter (otherwise known as the disk size) is a size that shows the diameter of the outer surface of the rim on which the tire is mounted. Therefore, the fit size of the car tire must exactly correspond to this parameter. For Lada Granta Sport, this size can range from 15 to 17 inches inclusive. The size of the “Granty Sport” rim will determine what tires can be installed.

Hub Bore Diameter (DIA)

A parameter that affects the vehicle’s handling and wear of the entire chassis. The abbreviation DIA means the diameter of the central hole in the disk, due to which the wheel is placed on the car hub

The main thing to pay attention to is that the gap between the hub and the wheel mounting diameter should be within 0.05-0.1 mm. Granta Sport wheels have a hub diameter of 58.6 mm

Disc width

The next important parameter is the width of the rim, or the internal distance between the edges of the rim. It determines how wide the tire will be. Incorrect selection will result in uneven tire wear. For Granta, depending on the wheel size, there are two rim widths - 6 and 6.5 inches.

Bolt Pattern (PCD)

The bolt pattern on the Lada Grant is the number of holes for mounting the wheel and their diameter. All have 4 bolt holes. Installed in diameter 98 (marking – 4x98). The diameter "98" shows the imaginary circle on which the mounting holes are located. The circle is drawn through the centers of the mounting holes. The successful bolt pattern of the Lada Granta Sport wheels allows you to distribute the load on the mounting bolts.

Wheel "Lada Granta" close up

Many people do not take into account that the bolt pattern on the Lada Grant Sport has 4 bolts and as a result they purchase wheels that do not fit the car

This issue should be treated with special attention so that there are no problems later.

Disc offset (ET)

Disk offset is the distance that can be measured from the vertical axis of the disk to the plane of attachment to the hub. There are neutral, positive and negative overhangs. The offset on the Grant Sport is positive and can be 30, 33, 35 mm. The higher the reach, the more visually the size of the car increases.

Tire size

Any tire has a marking consisting of numbers and letters indicating its size. Let's look at the example of the original Lada Granta Sport tire - 185/55 R15:

• 185 – tire width;
• 55 – ratio of profile height to width, measured as a percentage;
• R – radial tire;
• 15 – disk diameter in inches.

The size of other tire brands is determined in the same way.

Tire profile height

The height of the profile determines what kind of unevenness the machine can overcome. Tires with a high profile are suitable for off-road surfaces, while tires with a low profile are more preferable for highways. This value can be found based on the width and the ratio of the profile height to width. From the previously proposed example, it can be calculated that the profile height will be 102 mm.

Profile width

This is the distance between the outer sides of the tire sidewalls. The width of the tire affects the size of the contact patch with the road surface. The larger the contact patch, the greater the grip. The same goes for braking distances. Wider tires have shorter braking distances.

How to choose tires for driving a Lada Granta liftback in winter

To correctly select the tire size for a Lada Granta in a liftback body, you need to know that this car in the first generation was produced in 3 trim levels. Tire sizes installed by the manufacturer according to configurations:

• Standard: 175/65 R14 82H and 185/60 R14 82H.
• Standard: 175/65 R14 82H and 185/60 R14 82H.
• Lux: 175/65 R14 82H, 185/60 R14 82H and 185/55 R15 82H.

In addition, the manufacturer allows the installation of the following wheels on all modifications of the VAZ-2191 car: 175/65 R14 82T, H; 185/60 R14 82T, H; 185/55 R15 82T, H, V.

The second generation Lada Granta will hit the market in 4 versions. Tire sizes by configuration:

Standard, >What you should pay attention to when choosing tires for Granta

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.

Old family (until 09.2018)

Equipment

175/65 R14 82T, N

185/60 R14 82T, N

185/55 R15 82T, N

R is not a radius, but a designation of the radius of the tire, and the number is the diameter of the rim in inches.

Equipment

175/65 R14 82T, N

185/60 R14 82T, N

185/55 R15 82T, N, V

• * Speed ​​indices: T – up to 190 km/h, H – up to 210 km/h, V – up to 240 km/h. Load capacity indices: 82 – 475 kg.
• **Rim offset (ET) is the distance from the mating plane of the disc to the middle of the rim.

Wheel hub bolt pattern 4x98, DIA - 58.5.

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:

What tire sizes does the manufacturer recommend to install?

What tires to put on the Lada Granta: basic size, replacement options, choice of model
Choosing tires is a real problem for most Lada Granta owners due to the fact that the “range of sizes” is limited. Driving for a long time on tires with inappropriate sizes leads to decreased vehicle control and emergency situations.

The transcript reads as follows:

• wheel rim width;
• surface diameter;
• reach length;
• tire width;
• height in percent;
• diameter of the metal rim.

The higher the disc is installed on the car, the greater the risk of skidding and reduced control efficiency. At the same time, excessively low wheels also negatively affect ground clearance, lower ground clearance, and limit the vehicle’s maneuverability.

The most suitable tire and wheel sizes are R13, R14, and R15 and R16 are intended exclusively for asphalt pavement and city roads. Driving on the periphery with rims of size R15, R16 is not advisable, since there is a high probability of deformation of the metal rim.

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.

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.

Let's summarize all of the above

• If you do not drive at very high speeds, are limited in money and the roads in your city are not of very high quality, feel free to purchase steel wheels for a VAZ Granta (but together with decorative caps).
• If the “appearance” of a car is of paramount importance to you and high-speed driving is not alien to you, then it is best to purchase alloy wheels. But you must be prepared for the fact that they may burst - then you will need to buy new ones, because alloy wheels cannot be repaired.
• If you are a fan of sporty driving and high speeds, then only forged wheels on the VAZ Granta will be the optimal solution for you. Their unique properties will allow them to be used for a very long time even under intense loads, because it is almost impossible to disable them. But the very high price of such wheels is the only drawback that prevents everyone from buying them.

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.

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.

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.

Lada Granta Liftback is equipped with 175/70/R13 tires. Although this class of tires is considered universal, it is better not to use it anywhere other than asphalt due to inefficiency and insufficient directional stability.

Winter tires Lada Granta Liftback

We read the tire markings correctly: 175/70/R13:

• 175 — width mm;
• 70 — profile height;
• R—designation of the design type—radial;
• 13 - rim diameter in inches.

Among other markings, they also indicate: load index, speed, country of manufacture, maximum pressure.

The following indicators depend on the correct selection of tires:

• controllability;
• quality of adhesion to the road surface;
• aquaplaning coefficient;
• handling on rough terrain;
• noise level;
• fuel consumption;
• wear rate.

Winter tires Lada Granta

Using the Lada Granta Liftback as an example, we will consider the correct selection of winter tires and provide an overview of the main manufacturers.

Descending from Heaven

When rating tires, we assign them places according to the sum of points scored and group them according to the level of consumer properties.

The first group includes excellent tires that score 900 points or more. At the top level, confirming the word “premium” in its name, is the Continental ContiPremiumContact 5

, who scored 937 points. These tires are strong with excellent grip, clear behavior and impeccable comfort. At the same time, they require caution when maneuvering sharply on dry asphalt.

Recommendations for choosing winter tires for Granta Liftback

The range of domestic products in terms of technical characteristics is not inferior to foreign analogues. Cost is the decisive factor that will determine the manufacturer.

Which winter tires to choose for the Lada Granta

Winter tires for Granta Liftback in the budget segment: 3000 - 3500 rubles. Products from the Chinese market, where the price of a tire is 2,000 rubles, do not deserve attention due to the poor quality of workmanship. If you have the funds, buy more expensive analogues, where the cost of a tire starts from 4,500 rubles.

Wheel size for Lada Granta Liftback

• standard size: 175/70R13;
• installation allowed (non-standard equipment) R14:175/65R14, 185/60R14;
• R15: 185/55R15, 195/50R15;
• R16: 175/55R16;
• R17: 175/55R17.

Original manufacturer of Lada Granta Liftback tires:

• Kama-217 175/65R 13 /14;
• Rosava Itegro 175/65 R13;
• Kama Breeze 175/65 R13.

The manufacturing quality of the tires is average, the service life does not exceed 55 - 60 thousand km. Many car enthusiasts, after purchasing a car, upgrade it to higher quality tires.

Reviews

Conclusion Installing factory winter tires on a Granta Liftback is not the best solution, because you can’t expect something luxurious from a car in the budget segment.

Each owner independently chooses the type of tire to purchase. Do not buy all-season tires, since the range of temperature conditions is significantly limited from specifically winter to summer.