Tire size is one of the most important parameters that can significantly change the behavior of a car on the road. In our review we will tell you about the permissible tire size on the Grant, as well as what the size of the tires affects during the operation of the car. Let's start with the tire and wheel sizes allowed by the manufacturer.
Standard Lada Granta wheel sizes
Depending on the vehicle's configuration, it may use tires and wheels of different diameters and widths. The year of manufacture of the car also plays an important role.
The first generation of Lada Granta was equipped with wheels with the following parameters:
| Equipment | Tire size | Disc offset |
| Standard | 175/70R13 or 175/65R14 | 35 |
| Norm | 185/60R14 | 35 |
| Lux | 185/55R15 | 35 |
| Sport | 195/50R16 | 35 |
Many people mistakenly perceive the letter R as a “radius”, but in fact, it only means the structure of the tire – radial. The numbers after the letter R are the diameter of the disc in inches.
Since 2022, the configurations have changed slightly. Now tires and wheels are installed in the following sizes:
| Equipment | Tire sizes | Disc offset |
| Standard | 175/65R14 | 35 |
| Norm | 185/60R14 | 35 |
| Lux | 185/55R15 | 35 |
| Cross | 195/55R15 | 33 |
These are all the standard sizes of tires and wheels that are installed on the Lada Granta from the factory.
Let's sum it up
As you can see, 15-inch wheels on the popular LADA Granta model are not associated with subsequent driving discomfort and do not provoke difficulties during the installation process. We recommend considering cast versions of products that have these advantages and are more accessible due to their moderate price factor.
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One of the most modern creations of the AvtoVAZ concern is the Lada Granta car. The model first rolled off the assembly line in 2011 and is still in production. The number of cars sold in Russia and abroad is more than one hundred thousand - this indicates the popularity of the model among drivers, since its spectacular appearance, improved quality of all parts, increased engine life, as well as a relatively low price make it one of the most popular today . Of course, all related auto parts are widely represented on the market, and one of the main ones are wheel rims.
What are the maximum wheels you can put on a Grant?
It is worth noting that the permissible tire and wheel sizes must not be exceeded. It is not by chance that the manufacturer sets these restrictions.
First of all, a large wheel will touch the arch or fender liner and prevent the wheel from fully turning when cornering.
The second point is the huge load on the wheel bearings. The larger the diameter of the wheel and the more it weighs, the more the bearing is loaded. Eventually, it begins to hum due to wear and tear and fails.
The maximum wheel and tire size allowed by the manufacturer is as follows:
- 185/65 R15;
- 195/60 R15;
- 195/55 R16;
- 185/40R17.
Many car owners managed to replace the standard tires with size 205/70R16. This can only be done on a Lada Granta Cross and then with a lifted suspension. But this is nothing good for the car.
When replacing disks, it is important to install the appropriate bolts and observe the wheel bolt pattern of the Lada Granta - 4x98.
This list can be continued indefinitely. The fact is that the profile also affects the possible diameter. The smaller the tire profile, the larger the rim that can be installed on the car.
It is worth noting that Granta has the potential to install larger wheels. For this purpose, a special limiter was even provided on the standard steering rack, which prevents the wheels from touching the fender liners with a large turnout.
Types of rims
The choice of wheel rims is associated with a dilemma - buy factory products from an official dealer or find an alternative for little money. The next question is choosing a type. Basic:
- stamped;
- cast;
- forged.
All of these types differ in price, perceived load and weight.
Cast
Alloy wheels are made by hot casting into a mold with mechanical processing. Such wheels most often come as standard equipment for mid- and high-priced cars.
Alloy wheels for Lada Granta
They are made from an alloy of aluminum and nickel, which gives them an advantage over stamped rims in weight. In case of mechanical damage, you can restore the paintwork without effort.
Casting from magnesium and titanium alloys is used. This option is suitable if the car will be driven on normally asphalt roads. Severe unevenness will lead to cracking of the disc.
When casting aluminum, the rim walls are made quite thick, which gives the wheel strength. If you choose a low-quality casting, there is a possibility of internal cavities forming, which will soon lead to cracking of the rim.
Stamped
From the name it is clear that wheels are made by stamping from a sheet of steel. Then the disk elements are welded, and the finished product is obtained.
Stamped wheels for Lada Granta
The main advantage of these wheels is the price. Stamps have always been and will be the most cost-effective. They are very durable and resistant to low temperatures.
Everyone knows about the condition of the roads in Russia; wheels can often become deformed. The easiest way to return stamping to its original shape is by straightening the steel.
But not everything is so good. The dies remain the heaviest discs available. They have a boring design, but it can be hidden under hubcaps (wheel covers).
This is the best option for winter, simply because you don’t feel sorry for them. And given the chemicals used on the roads, expensive wheels will be exposed to chemical attack, which is why you risk damaging them.
Forged
The most expensive option on the market is forged. This is due to the quality and high strength. Strength is achieved through a special technology, which looks like pressing and subsequent hardening. Therefore, the likelihood of the formation of internal shells is reduced to zero.
Forged wheels for Lada Granta
Another advantage is weight. It is much smaller than cast and especially stamped wheels.
Such discs are not afraid of strong impacts on bad roads. There are rare cases when a part is deformed due to mechanical stress.
Due to the high strength, the spokes can be made thin, which makes the wheel light and interesting in design. The next advantage is high resistance to rust. Therefore, forged wheels can last longer than the car itself.
What tire pressure should be on Grant
In addition to the wheel size, it is also necessary to observe such a parameter as tire pressure. Do not forget that the pressure can be different and it accordingly affects the handling of the car and tire wear:
- Low pressure is dangerous when cornering. You can “take off” the wheel while driving. In addition, tire wear increases along the edges of the tread.
- High pressure - reduces the grip of the wheels on the road, increases the likelihood of a tire explosion, and tread wear increases in the middle.
Tire pressure should always be rated and depends on the vehicle load. Normal pressure is as follows:
- For R13 – 1.9 atm.
- For R14 and R15 – 2.0 atm.
When loading the car, you should increase the tire pressure to 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 in accordance with the weight of the load. This will help maintain tire traction and maintain efficiency.
How to choose stamped wheels for a white Lada Granta
When purchasing a white Granta, experts and representatives of dealer centers often advise drivers to purchase the following options for stamped wheels (if the buyer has a limited budget for purchasing a cast or forged product):
- Buy stamped wheels, painted white, without any linings. Also, these products can already be installed for effect on a copy displayed in the showroom of a dealership center.
- Rubber caps in white or beige look very impressive on such models, as they are identical to the matte finish of the sports-style wheel. However, these products, despite their domestic production, are not cheap, since complex polymers and high-quality wear-resistant elastic pigment coating are used in their production.
- The owner may also like chrome-plated steel caps or regular ones in metallic color, which also looks good on the white Granta.
- The last technique used by the designers is contrast, when black stamped wheels or linings on them play very beautifully against the snow-white background of the mother-of-pearl body, which in turn are combined with tires.
Is it worth increasing the Lada Granta track?
The track is the width between wheels located on the same axle. Increasing the track width allows the installation of wider wheels and improves vehicle handling, especially with a large suspension lift. But it’s clearly not worth increasing the track on Grant.
The track can be increased by using special spacers for the hub. Each car owner decides for himself whether to increase the track or not. But it’s worth knowing how this will affect other components of the car.
The fact is that the thicker the hub becomes and the thicker the wheel, the more the wheel bearing wears out. In addition, such tuning can negatively affect the drives. The grenades will be seriously loaded.
It is possible to carry out such tuning, but provided that a reinforced wheel hub is used, an appropriate bearing, and also paired with good drives.
Wheel sizes for Lada Granta Liftback
Due to the fact that this model is considered more advanced than its basic prototype, wheels for the Grant come in the following types:
- R13 is a classic version of “stamping” on a car in the “Economy” configuration, not much different from the wheels on the predecessor model, the dimension of the steel elements is 5.0J x 13 ET35, as an option it is possible to change the width to 5.5J. The tires have dimensions of 175/70/R13, but the driver can slightly “play” with a grip area of up to 185 mm and a profile in the range from 65 to 75 mm.
- R14 is also not much different from the 2011 models, and at the factory this radius is assigned a dimension of 5.0J x 14 ET35, but the car enthusiast also has the right to install 5.5J-6.0J x 14 ET35-38 for tires 175-185/ 55-65/R14. These parameters also most often come in a stamped version, however, on the shelves of auto stores you can find alloy wheels for “Grant” with a dimension of 14 inches.
- R15 - supplied in the “Standard” package. Unlike previous models, the car owner can fully enjoy the road on spectacular alloy wheels. The factory specifications for the wheels are 6.0J x 15 ET35, tires - 185/55/R15. This size is ideal for all-purpose tires for both winter and summer. The driver should remember that it is necessary to change the ET offset from 30 to 40 mm when changing the width of the disk, because wheels of such a radius, installed off-center, can damage the car body.
- In the “Sport” configuration, the “Granta Liftback” has 16-inch wheels. All products are high-quality “castings”, the rubber profile cannot exceed 50 mm, and the wheel width is 195 mm, and, unfortunately, the craftsmen do not recommend increasing it, because the wheel can extend beyond the transverse dimensions of the car. However, in this case, plastic linings on the arches come to the rescue, which look very stylish on a sports car and, at the same time, actively protect the car from pollution. The size of the wheels in this configuration is 6.5J x 16 ET30.
- R17 - the most exclusive products from AvtoVAZ, installed on the Lada Granta Liftback Sport, are made in the best traditions of sports cars, have very elegant spokes, a huge size and low-profile tires. So, the manufacturer recommends 7.0J x 17 ET30 wheels, and this ideally matches 205/40-45/R17 tires.
How non-standard wheels can affect
Wheel parameters can affect vehicle handling and comfort. But it should be taken into account that the better the car’s handling, the worse this affects the comfort of the suspension.
The smaller the rubber profile and the larger the disc diameter, the better the Granta’s handling. In addition, fuel consumption increases, steering accuracy increases, but the noise of the tires and the vehicle's resistance to aquaplaning do not change. Of course, a large disc will negatively affect comfort.
Tire and wheel width can also affect handling, stability and increased tire wear. The width of the tires will also negatively affect the vehicle's resistance to hydroplaning, but can increase traction, provided the road surface is dry. Ideally, asphalt.
The width of the tires plays virtually no role in improving or deteriorating comfort.
A smaller rim means the use of rubber with a larger profile. Consequently, the wheels will be softer, which means increased comfort. But you need to understand that such a configuration does not fit in with improved handling.
Do not forget that the size of the disk can also affect the dynamic performance of the car. The manufacturer uses tire and wheel sizes at which speed and acceleration will be the highest, and the load on the engine and transmission will be minimal.
Deviation from these dimensions entails certain consequences - reduced dynamics, inaccurate speedometer readings and much more.
The width of the rims and their diameter can affect the suspension geometry. Therefore, after installing large wheels, it is necessary to do a wheel alignment.
Alloy wheels R15 for Lada Granta
The optimal wheel size for the Lada Granta is 15 inches, which gives car owners the right to choose any wheel characteristics within this parameter. So, before purchasing wheels for their “iron horse,” owners should know the following features:
- Wheels purchased for a used car must be replaced as a set or in pairs, because otherwise the car will skid and become less controllable on the road. Replacing all 4 products is not a problem if the owner wants to improve the appearance of the car. It is not advisable to purchase only one wheel to replace a deformed one if the old one has been in use for more than a year.
- When choosing the required width of the product, the driver needs to be guided by the place where the car is used, since when driving on good asphalt at high speeds, excessive grip on the road can reduce the speed of the car, and a width of 185 mm will be quite enough, that is, you should not take wheels wider than 5, 5J-6.0J.
- If the driver uses his Granta in winter, he can install wider wheels, increasing the grip to 195 or 205 mm, which will correspond to a rim size of 6.0J-6.5J.
- R15 is the optimal size, and it can be used for installing all-season tires, which will significantly save the owner’s money on tire fitting during seasonal “change of shoes.”
