Lada Granta is a car that has received the status of “people's car” for good reason. When conceiving and bringing the car to life, all the nuances of everyday operation were taken into account, including the quality of roads in Russia.
The external architecture and internal technical side of the car harmoniously respond to each other. Take 15 wheels on the Grant, which are provided in the serial production of the car.
The diameter, weight and other characteristics of such discs not only perfectly meet the requirements of the declared power of the car, but also fit perfectly into the design of the car. The Lada Granta, equipped with 15-inch wheels, looks harmonious in relation to its dimensions.
Weight matters
A car disk is a simple flywheel mounted on a hub. To set it in motion, you need to expend a certain amount of energy, the source of which is fuel. And the greater the mass of the wheel, the more fuel will be required to spin it. But it is much more difficult to stop the wheel when its rotation speed is very high. At that moment, a very large load is placed on the braking system. Therefore, not only the comfort and controllability of the car, but also the safety of passengers in the cabin depends on the quality of the disc and the materials used to make it.
Modern wheels are made of steel and various light alloys, which give them a number of advantages:
- Welded steel disc. This is a familiar stamped version that boasts a low price and durability. It is these discs that have the heaviest weight, are easily deformed and are more susceptible to corrosion than others. But with all their shortcomings, they are not so bad - if after falling into a hole the disk is dented, this can be quickly corrected at a service station.
- Alloy wheels (cast and forged). They have much lighter weight, high anti-corrosion and strength properties and many design solutions. But they are already much more expensive. When subjected to strong impacts, alloy wheels do not bend like steel wheels, but rather crack. Forged ones can withstand the strongest blows and are practically impossible to bend.
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.
Our conclusions are advisory in nature - each car enthusiast decides for himself what suits him best. The online store for rims Kolesa Darom can make your task easier with an online selection of rims by car brand directly on its website. Thanks to this service, you can quickly and easily purchase wheels that are optimal in price/quality/appearance for your car. This will allow it to become more functional, reliable and attractive!
Since its enchanting appearance on the expanses of the domestic market, the Lada Granta has acquired the status of “people's car,” which is not at all accidental. When creating this model, the manufacturer deliberately took into account the entire list of nuances of Russian operating conditions, including the quality of road surfaces.
The developers managed to achieve harmony in the Lada Granta's external appearance with the internal architecture of the cabin space. For example, let’s take as an object of consideration the 15mm rims that the plant kindly equipped the domestic model in the serial “Luxury” version.
The geometric and other parameters of the wheels, including diameter, weight, offset, etc., were not only able to perfectly match the power characteristics of the car, but also give the exterior a more harmonious appearance. It’s unlikely that anyone would want to dispute the stylish appearance of the Lada Granta, “shod” with 15mm wheels.
A little about wheels
Tires - Today, these are one of the most high-tech products on which safe and comfortable movement by car directly depends. There are a large number of tires on the market today from many different manufacturers. They consist of a frame, a protector and a breaker layer between them. And also the toughest part of the tire - the bead, which is designed for reliable fixation and sealing on the rim.
Disks - In the modern world, a wheel includes two parts: the rim - which is a surface closed in a ring with sides on which the tire is fixed, and the disk - which is a support for the rim with holes for fixing the entire wheel to the hub, most often using bolts or hairpins. Currently, there are the following types of discs: stamped, cast, forged, composite and combined.
What is the effect of different tire and wheel sizes?
| Options. | Increasing the diameter of the disc. | Increasing the width of the disk. | Increasing tire width. |
| Exterior of the car. | will improve | will improve | will improve |
| Behavior on the road. | will improve | will improve | will improve |
| Control stability. | will improve | will improve | will improve |
| Road grip. | Will not change | Will not change | Will improve |
| Resistance to gliding on the water surface. | Will not change | Will not change | will get worse |
| Comfort while traveling on rough roads. | will get worse | Will not change | will improve |
| Noise from the road surface. | Will not change | Will not change | will increase |
| Gasoline consumption. | Will not change | will increase | will increase |
| Tire wear. | Will not change | Will not change | will increase |
View of Lada Granta with different types of tires
In order to more clearly understand how the appearance of a car will change depending on the type of tires and wheels, we offer a collection of pictures.
The question “which tires can be supplied on a grant” cannot be answered unambiguously. As with other cars, choosing tires and wheels is a priority for every driver, since the correct selection will ensure a comfortable and safe ride.
How can I find out about the disk parameters myself?
The technical passport of a particular car contains information not only about what factory wheels it has, but also contains instructions for installing them. If this useful guide is not nearby, then you can arm yourself with a ruler and visually determine the characteristics of interest.
If you need to choose 15-inch wheels, you must have knowledge regarding such parameters.
- “ET” (offset) - denotes the numerical expression of the distance between two planes, or more precisely: the surface of contact with the hub and the vertical plane of symmetry of a particular product. The indicated value is intended to indicate how much the disk is able to “peek out” from under the wing. The parameter affects the degree of stability of the car. Typically, the numerical criterion for overhang starts at 40 mm.
- “DIA” is the diameter of the hole that allows the wheel to fit onto the hub surface. When choosing a product, you should take into account the corresponding hub parameter. The measurement is carried out in millimeters.
- Bolt pattern (in our version 4x98). The first number in the formula means the numerical composition of the fastening bolts, and the second is the diameter, on the line of which the centers of the holes for fasteners are located.
- Disc width. This ordinary characteristic is usually expressed in inches. For LADA Granta the following values are valid: 5; 5.5 and 6.
Armed with the above information, even an inexperienced owner will be able to select a suitable set of disks, thereby replacing the factory disks.
The next thing to consider might be the type of 15-inch wheels you plan to purchase. Let us remind you that these products are forged and cast (we do not take into account stamped ones). Here the main criterion will be the owner’s budget.
Video - New LS wheels and Pirelli tires on Grant
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.
Is it advisable to pay attention to alloy wheels?
Casting has long been popular, including 15-inch versions for LADA Granta. Compared to analogues, these products have several advantages:
- a lot of various offers on models and manufacturers;
- light weight, providing a slight increase in dynamic capabilities and reduced fuel consumption;
- more affordable cost compared to forged analogues;
- the use of corrosion-resistant alloys in the design, which allows the product to provide a decent service life.
Why should you pay attention to alloy wheels?
Casting is considered a popular option for 15 disks on Granta. Alloy wheels have many advantages over others:
• A huge number of different models on sale;
• Light weight, which improves vehicle performance, including lower fuel consumption;
• Relatively low price compared to forged wheels;
• The alloy uses metals that are resistant to corrosion, which ensures long service life with careful care.
The beautiful and reliable Lada Granta car, whose 15 rims will add more extravagance and attractiveness, harmonizes perfectly with both powerful alloy wheels with large spokes and thin ones. However, rims with thin and sparse spokes are more susceptible to deformation than more powerful ones.
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.
Prices and configurations of Granta liftback 2018-2019
There was no significant increase in prices for the coupe-shaped body, but this version is still 15 thousand rubles more expensive than the regular Granta sedan. In total, 14 trim levels with three types of gearboxes and three 1.6 liter engines of varying power will be available to buyers. Another interesting news: if previously the liftback was assembled in Izhevsk, now it is in Togliatti. The entire current list of prices is below.
- 1.6 l. 8th grade (87 hp), 5MT / Standard – 436,900 rub.
- 1.6 l. 8th grade (87 hp), 5MT / Classic – 470,500 rub.
- 1.6 l. 8th grade (87 hp), 5MT / Classic / Optima – 496,500 rub.
- 1.6 l. 8th grade (87 hp), 5MT / Comfort – 516,500 rub.
- 1.6 l. 16 classes (106 hp), 5MT / Comfort – 531,500 rub.
- 1.6 l. 16 classes (106 hp), 5AMT / Classic / Optima – RUB 536,500.
- 1.6 l. 8th grade (87 hp), 5MT / Luxe – 553,800 rub.
- 1.6 l. 16 classes (106 hp), 5AMT / Comfort – 556,500 rub.
- 1.6 l. 16 classes (106 hp), 5MT / Luxe – 568,800 rub.
- 1.6 l. 16 classes (106 hp), 5MT / Luxe / Prestige – RUB 587,800.
- 1.6 l. 16 classes (106 hp), 5AMT / Luxe – 593,800 rub.
- 1.6 l. 16 classes (98 hp), 4AT / Comfort – 596,500 rub.
- 1.6 l. 16 classes (106 hp), 5AMT / Luxe / Prestige – 612,800 rub.
- 1.6 l. 16 classes (98 hp), 4AT / Luxe – 623,800 rub.
You don't have to pay extra for black and white body colors. But for metallics - blue, silver, dark silver and golden brown you will have to pay an additional 6 thousand rubles. Later the manufacturer promises to add new colors. For example, bright red, as in our photos.
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
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.
| Tire increase | Disc enlargement | Wheel enlargement | |
| Steering precision | + | + | + |
| Tire grip on wet roads | |||
| Tire grip on dry roads | + | ||
| General driving comfort | — | — | — |
| Fuel consumption | + | + | |
| Wear rate | + | ||
| General management indicators | + | + | + |
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.
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.”
R15 wheels on Lada Granta
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.
- At the same time, the question arose: at what pressure is it optimal to ride on tires of different radii?
- What tire pressure will be optimal for the Lada Grant?
- 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
| Equipment | Tire size | Air pressure in front/rear tires, MPa (kg/cm2) | |
| at partial load | at full load | ||
| Standard | 175/70 R13175/65 R14 | 0,19/0,19 (1,9/1,9)0,20/0,20 (2,0/2,0) | 0,19/0,21 (1,9/2,1)0,20/0,22 (2,0/2,2) |
| NormaLux | 175/65 R14185/60 R14185/55 R15 | 0,20/0,20 (2,0/2,0)0,20/0,20 (2,0/2,0)0,20/0,20 (2,0/2,0) | 0,20/0,22 (2,0/2,2)0,20/0,22 (2,0/2,2)0,20/0,22 (2,0/2,2) |
13 tires on the Norma configuration
Lada Granta liftback
| Equipment | Tire size | Air pressure in front/rear tires, MPa (kg/cm2) | |
| at partial load | at full load | ||
| StandardNormaLux | 175/65 R14185/60 R14185/55 R15 | 0,20/0,20 (2,0/2,0)0,20/0,20 (2,0/2,0)0,20/0,20 (2,0/2,0) | 0,20/0,22 (2,0/2,2)0,20/0,22 (2,0/2,2)0,20/0,22 (2,0/2,2) |
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.
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.
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.
