R17 wheels on Priora - pros and cons of installing giants

What does a significant increase in wheel size actually do?

The increased wheel width provides greater stability. If the tires on the new wheel are good, the car will grip the track perfectly at any speed. Also, the increased diameter has a positive effect on the stability of the ride on the highway and the passage of small irregularities. Many potholes that previously hampered your comfort will become invisible on new wheels. Also a big advantage is the appearance of the car. Otherwise, all that remains is to list the shortcomings:

• acceleration will be significantly more difficult, since the engine will have to be loaded much more to overcome the resistance of the wider and larger wheels on the Priora;
• fuel consumption will increase for the same reasons; on a car with a small unit, consumption can increase by 30-40%, which depends on the condition of the engine and the type of tire;
• control will be somewhat more difficult, and if you have a power steering, the latter can break down very often, since the load on the system will increase significantly, and this will lead to costs;
• braking may lose its sharpness, you will have to wait longer for the car to stop, the braking distance will increase, and the wear of the brake pads on the car will increase;
• the cost of tires will increase significantly, since 17 tires often cost twice as much as rubber on stock 14 wheels, which will greatly affect the operating budget of the car.

These are the kind of troubles that can await a person who decides to change the wheels on a Priora to 17 inches. The same applies to 16 disks, which give approximately the same results. If you want to avoid such problems, but still increase the wheel size, you should buy 15-piece alloy wheels with the same tire width and approximately the same final diameter. That is, the height of the rubber profile should be slightly less than on the stock size.

Wheel bolt pattern on Priora

First, let’s talk about the bolt pattern parameters on Priora wheels. It is always 4x98, that is, all wheel rims are mounted with 4 bolts and the distance between them is 98 mm. The size of the central hole of the wheel rim is always 58.5 mm.

Disc with bolt pattern 4x98

Let us remind you that this parameter is important to take into account when selecting alternative wheels for your car - you simply cannot install wheels with a different bolt pattern, so always study the markings on the disk.

The disc mounts on the Priora are marked M12x1.25, where 12 is the diameter of the stud in mm, and 1.25 is the thread size. But if you install non-standard size wheels, you will have to buy extended mounts.

We also add that the 4x98 bolt pattern is traditional for almost all AvtoVAZ models. Including for the VAZ-2110, which was the predecessor of the Priora. Although the wheels from Vesta will not fit on the Priora, when switching to the new model, AvtoVAZ decided to install wheels with a 4x100 bolt pattern.

Cast, steel or forged wheels for Priora

There are different types of wheels on the market, with dozens of options to choose from for your vehicle. Replacing this part in a car is most often due to the fact that the owner does not like the appearance of the device. Therefore, in most cases, when installing 17-inch wheels on a Lada Priora, it will be a matter of choosing beautiful and inexpensive alloy wheels. Still, it’s worth paying attention to forged offers with the following advantages:

• lightness - weight plays a huge role in this case, since the Priora suspension is designed for light loads and can show all its unreliability with a heavy wheel;
• unpretentiousness - even on unpredictable Russian roads, such products will not be deformed, and if there are minor defects, they can always be corrected at a service center;
• quality - special technologies are used in production that make it possible to reduce weight and increase the strength of the main parts of the wheel mechanism, taking into account its scope of use;
• many designs - forging looks much better than traditional light-alloy products, you can choose original solutions with an unusual and unconventional style;
• service life - such a wheel lasts much longer than traditional solutions, since there are no deformations or other damage, the disc can be used for many seasons in a row.

If you choose light-alloy options, do not buy overtly Chinese products. German, Italian offers, well-known Japanese companies guarantee the quality and durability of their products. These discs are heavier, they contain more metal, and they can withstand much greater loads. For the Russian road, such products can be relevant in all respects. But cheap Chinese goods will not please you with the quality of service on Priora.

How will the behavior of the Lada Priora on 17 wheels change?

A fashionable change will not only be a visual reformation of your car. The technical characteristics of transport will change significantly. We have already talked about some reforms, discussing the pros and cons of such modifications. But it is worth remembering the main transformation. This is the comfort of the trip. For some reason, many people believe that large rims protect against minor bumps and make the car softer. In fact, the behavior of Priora at 17″ will be as follows:

• the stiffness of the suspension will increase significantly, and this will be a very noticeable change for the car; medium and large bumps in the car will go through with a roar and shaking in the cabin;
• the smallest bumps will indeed be easier to overcome, but without modifications to the suspension, driving the car will be quite unpleasant, and the reaction to potholes will increase;
• you will have to get used to all the habits of the car, including braking and steering, so first you should drive along less active streets and try all the driving modes;
• the ground clearance will not change too noticeably, so when undertaking this whole change for the sake of raising the car, it is worth abandoning this idea and applying other methods;
• turning the steering wheel on a stationary car without power steering will become an almost impossible task, the ride comfort for the driver will change significantly, and this is also not the best change.

Looking at such reformations, many may abandon the idea of ​​​​installing giant wheels on the Priora. In fact, it sounds worse than it feels. After several days of driving your new acquisitions, you will feel confident in the car. Only in some situations will the non-original nature of the wheels be visible, which exceed all reasonable limits for a given car. And this is important to consider if you didn’t like the changes on your first trip. Don't rush to change everything back.

Wheels for LADA Priora

For a long time, car enthusiasts could only equip their cars with large and bulky stamped wheels, which were not particularly aesthetically pleasing. Fortunately, in the modern market the situation has changed significantly, and car owners are presented with a large selection of wheels from various manufacturers and of various designs. Models have appeared that are lightweight with the necessary strength, reliability and service life. One of the most current designs in terms of appearance, strength and lightness are alloy wheels.

They are made from technological alloys, which are characterized by resistance to moisture, lightness and high-quality design solutions. Such disks cannot be restored if they break, but they are among the most popular.

In modern conditions, there is a large selection of these types of wheel rims for LADA Priora from various manufacturers. However, you need to remember that when choosing disk products, you must comply with the factory recommendations regarding the type of disks.

Choosing too large or small disks that do not meet the specifications has negative consequences:

• fuel consumption increases significantly;
• the degree of depletion of the suspension resource increases;
• maneuverability and controllability are reduced.

We propose to identify wheel rims automatically using a specially designed catalog. The selection of alloy wheels is made based on a variety of data, including:

• mounting radius, which must fully correspond to the internal size of the tire;
• the number of holes for installation, as well as their radius - the disk designation system must correspond to that specified in the manual;
• Wheel offset is the distance from the wheel mount to the plane of symmetry. If the wheel is wide with a small offset, then this gives the car additional stability and presentability, but increases the impact on the hubs;
• rim width indicators - it determines riding comfort and speed.

To select the required wheel size, you can only indicate the model and year of manufacture of the vehicle. The system itself will select the disks that best match these parameters. If you have any questions, you can contact us - our managers will provide the most complete support, as well as assistance in selecting the right equipment.

Which tires should I choose for 17-inch wheels for Priora?

The size of the tires is of great importance, since when installing 205/60 R17, your new items simply will not fit into the wheel arches of the car. The tire set should be something like 205/40 R17. In this case, it will be a really good solution that will fit into the arch and work without any problems. Please note that the 205 width may rub against the wheel arches if the wheel offset is too small. Also evaluate the following parameters:

• quality of rubber - in pits, tires will suffer greatly from excessive loads, so bumps and cuts will definitely appear if you buy not the best quality offers;
• profile height - this has already been mentioned above, it is better to immediately measure the overall diameter of the wheel using various online calculators, as well as measuring the parameters of the wheel arch;
• disc offset - this parameter determines how much the wheel will protrude to the side; it is better to stay at high offset values ​​in order to hide the wheels under the arches;
• season - for the winter it makes sense to change into your original stock wheels, getting better handling and ride safety, but in the summer you can experiment with this factor;
• reliability of the disk itself - it is better to overpay and buy new proven solutions than to pay for used products of unknown quality or downright bad products.

Each factor plays a role in your satisfaction with the changes. When buying everything Chinese and of poor quality, it is better not to undertake any alterations at all. If you decide to make your car more beautiful, buy good products and ensure the safety of your car. This is the only way you can get really good travel options and not completely ruin your car with low-quality reforms.

By the way, your car will look something like the following video:

Wheels suitable for Priora

What wheels can be installed on the Priora if you want to replace the factory ones? AvtoVAZ does not recommend tire sizes other than those specified in the operating manual, which we indicated above! But the manufacturer allows wide wheels on the Priora. But only if you change the rim width.

For thirteen-inch wheels, it is allowed to increase the width from 5 to 5.5 inches. And for fourteen-inch wheels, it is allowed to use wheels that are narrower or wider than standard - either 5-inch wide or 6-inch wide instead of the standard 5.5J wide. For fifteen-inch wheels, it is not recommended to change the rim width!

Also, according to AvtoVAZ, it is not worth changing the wheel offset. In fact, you can only install large wheels on a Priora without violating the manufacturer’s requirements if you have 13 or 14-inch wheels. But when have car owners been stopped by a car manufacturer's recommendations? If the question is “what wheels to put on a Priora,” many are even ready to make changes to the design of the car just to achieve a stylish result. Therefore, there are quite a lot of options.

What wheels are installed on the Priora as an alternative?

Priora on 17-inch wheels

The huge list of options on the Priora can be explained by the fact that even standard wheels have a height of 575 mm (175/70 R13) to 596 mm (185/65 R14). It is these dimensions that you should focus on when choosing alternatives, so that the new wheels fit into the wheel arches and do not rub against the fender liners. And this also allows you to install even 17-inch wheels with 205/40 R17 tires on the Priora, which have a total height of 596 mm. Moreover, without changing the design of the car, that is, cutting the bumper or arches.

In the case of an overhang, a calculator will help you decide which wheels can be installed on the Priora. The smaller the offset, the more the wheels stick out. But you can compensate for this with the width of the rim. Or if you want to install wider wheels, then it is better not to change the offset. Or get wheels with a longer offset so they sit deeper. Also focus on how many millimeters you still have left in the wheel arches.

We have compiled the list of acceptable wheel sizes for Priora into one table.

When choosing new tires and wheels, remember the following. Increasing the diameter and width of the rim plus increasing the width of the tire improves the appearance as well as the handling of the vehicle. But at the same time, comfort on rough roads will deteriorate and fuel consumption will increase!

As for brands, as a replacement for discs, car owners prefer products from the “original” manufacturer K&K, as well as popular companies SLIK and VSMPO. Let's talk about tires separately.

Summer wheels on Priora

For the Lada Priora, the automaker recommends the speed index H (corresponds to a speed of 210 km/h). Speed ​​index T is also allowed - 190 km/h. The recommended weight index is 82, which corresponds to a load of 475 kg per wheel.

We have compiled which wheels are best for the Priora in this table. (Prices are current for 2022.)

DUNLOP SP SPORT FM800 195/45 R16

Viatti Strada Asimmetrico 175/65 R14

When choosing the maximum size of wheels and tires, remember that even a slight overinflation can create big problems when driving a car! Follow the recommendations for air pressure in the tires; the pressure on the front and rear axles should be 0.2 (2.0) MPa (bar).

Winter wheels on Priora

Winter tire options for Priora are available in the table below. But with large-diameter winter tires that sit side by side in the summer, don't forget that an aggressive tread pattern can increase the size of the tires and, as a result, they will catch on the fender liners.

KAMA-505 175/65 R14

Viatti Brina 185/60 R15

Let's sum it up

Installing 17-inch wheels on a Priora is indeed possible. The only question is the feasibility of such tuning. This makes sense as one of the stages of changing the appearance of the car. In this case, you get good opportunities for operating the vehicle and quite adequate performance if you also change other suspension parts. The brakes will have to be replaced with a larger diameter and other better quality pads purchased. The struts can be raised by also purchasing better springs. All parts should be selected from foreign cars, having previously specified compatibility with fasteners.

But if you don’t want to invest hundreds of thousands into your car, then you shouldn’t even think about 17-inch wheels. The car will feel much more confident on 15 wheels, which will cost you much less and will not require replacing half of the suspension. Make sure you buy products with the correct width and adequate solutions in all areas. It is precisely these opportunities that will help you judge sensibly about all the advantages and disadvantages of purchasing large wheels on a VAZ. Also look at the finished results of such suspension tuning to imagine the future result. What do you think about such changes in the domestic car?