What parameters of wheel rims are decisive?

Increase in diameter to 16'' for factory configuration

Which wheels are best for Lada X-Ray

Change in speed and fuel consumption, depending on the size of the disks

The most controversial issue between AvtoVAZ management and fans of the compact crossover LADA XRay is what tire size is most suitable for the new car? Until the very start of sales, which began on February 14, 2016, no one could confidently provide accurate data.

In August 2015, visitors to the MIAS were presented with the second version of the high hatchback concept with a five-door body. The most complaints were caused by the wheels that were installed on the Lada X-Ray concept. Fifteen inches clearly did not fit into the overall picture of the body. The wheels did not look good in the large arch openings and gave a somewhat disproportionate appearance.

Increase in diameter to 16'' for factory configuration

Manufacturers tried their best to prove the advantages of small wheels. The tall hatchback Lada X Ray was not designed as an SUV with all-wheel drive. Its main purpose is driving in city conditions, where small-sized, maneuverable cars have special advantages. For the same reason, the car was developed according to a single-wheel drive 4X2 scheme, where the front wheels became the drive wheels. 15 inches provided good road holding, a small turning radius and good throttle response, which is important for an urban environment. There was also pressure on the pricing policy pursued by AvtoVAZ. The car is designed for the middle class, and any changes can significantly affect its price. And this could not be allowed to happen.

But the drivers had a different opinion. A crossover, even a compact one, should have large wheels. Apart from being a satisfying design, they provide confidence when riding on rough terrain. Snow drifts and muddy mud are also not uncommon on Russian city roads. In addition, on the highway, wheels with a larger radius allow you to achieve an increased maximum speed.

All questions disappeared with the first day of official sales of the high hatchback LADA XRAY. On February 14, 2016, dealerships presented compact crossovers with wheels 205/55 R16 91H/V. Some buyers breathed a sigh of relief, while for others this was not enough. This time the management of AVTOVAZ OJSC was fully armed. XRay project director Oleg Grunenkov assured that seventeen-inch wheels are expected to be installed on future X-Ray models. The car in question was the Lada X Ray Cross 4x4, which will be released by the end of 2016. In addition, it was said that this car will be all-wheel drive.

What is the advantage of 16-17 inch wheels?

After the announcement, Lada XRAY lost its client. Considering only the presence of a bench model, many, without testing the car on the road, immediately rejected it. The disproportionate exterior was to blame. Although now the opinion is gradually changing, the first impression has already been formed.

Large arches are the main complaint against the developers. Having off-road potential, it would be foolish to bypass this driving option. The size of the wheels should at least provide the opportunity to sometimes leave the track to feel the full control of the hatchback. With 15 inches, such a chance is lost forever.

The situation is smoothed out a little by 16-inch wheels. They reduce the negative impression of the exterior. Also, given the roads in Russia, increased cross-country ability is by no means a whim. The situation is especially aggravated with the onset of winter, when there are huge snowdrifts everywhere and the roads are constantly accumulating pieces of ice. Even while in the city, every motorist has to experience the full extent of off-road conditions.

Hence, the wheel parameters of 16 and 17 inches look much more appropriate. You will definitely have to overpay for their purchase, but repairing the underbody of a car from damage is also not a cheap task.

Arguments of motorists for larger wheels:

Which wheels are best for Lada X-Ray

To accurately determine the wheel size for the Xray, you should consider certain nuances that affect the characteristics of the car.

Vehicle stability

One of the main factors for vehicle safety on the road is its stability, which depends on the vehicle’s wheelbase and track width. For the high hatchback Lada X Ray, the designers have selected the optimal ratio of these parameters:

• Wheelbase – 2592 mm;
• Front track width – 1492 mm;
• The rear track width is 1532 mm.

Clearance

Another important indicator that is responsible for keeping the car on the road is ground clearance. The ground clearance of the LADA XRay is 195 mm. In this parameter, it is ahead of many similar cars in its class. This improves maneuverability, but, on the other hand, a higher seating position increases the possibility of rollover.

Dimensions

The dimensions of the car are added to the overall stability box. For Lada X-Ray they are as follows: 4165, 1764 and 1570 mm (length, width and height). By changing the diameter of the car's wheels, you can achieve greater ground clearance. The tire size and profile will also change. Disc sizes affect the following vehicle performance:

• Dynamics;
• Braking distances;
• Fuel consumption;
• Total vehicle weight.

Impact on acceleration and gas mileage

The wheel diameter on the Lada XRAY directly affects the two most important indicators for men: acceleration and fuel consumption. For each increase in wheel diameter, approximately 2% is lost in acceleration, if we take 15 inches as a basis. Young people should definitely remember this pattern, because it is novice motorists who like to press the pedal to the floor.

Russians are familiar with the race for every liter of gasoline. In this regard, AvtoVAZ takes care of the safety of the family budget. 15-inch wheels are the most economical option. If you track the increase in fuel consumption for every inch, you get a disappointing figure of 3%. Here it’s worth thinking seriously about switching to 17th - fuel consumption is 6% higher.

What kind of wheels are installed on the Hrey at the factory: wheel characteristics

Unlike previous Lada models, which were most often equipped with R14 wheels, the X-Ray comes off the assembly line with three main wheel options installed in the original.

Absolutely all X-Ray modifications have the same drilling parameters - the diameter of the mounting hole on the hub, which is 60.1 mm, as well as the bolt pattern - 4x100, which means attaching the disc to the suspension element with 4 studs of 100 mm each. These parameters allow you to select wheels for VAZ not only among domestic manufacturers, but also among the general mass of Western analogues, because the unification has been brought to the European standard.

Lada X-Ray

The wheels on the X-Ray 15 in the stamped version have dimensions 6.0J x 15 ET37, which corresponds to the most suitable tire for a wheel with dimensions of 195/65/R15. In order to cover the not-so-disgusting appearance of the grille, the manufacturer uses special caps of identical radius, made of high-quality plastic with the Lada logo in the center.

R16 also comes in “stamping”, and their parameters are already somewhat different - 6.0J x 16 ET41, that is, the product overhang is 4 mm greater than in the previous version, since the wheels with a larger size are spaced wider, and this reduces the risk of loss stability against shifting the center of gravity on sharp turns.

The tires that come standard are 205/55/R16, which means the wheel sides are slightly compressed to fit on the rim, and the width and grip area are increased. The wheels are also covered with decorative caps, hiding the shortcomings of the “stamping”.

Alloy wheels, 16 radius on the Lada X Ray, have the same geometric parameters as “stamping”, but the design and general style of execution are different - spokes appear on the wheels, which is why the car takes on a spectacular appearance.

Generation 1

The development of Lada XRAY took quite a long time. Before the final premiere, AvtoVAZ several times showed concepts that were to become the main future model. The car was designed from scratch, choosing the all-wheel drive Renault Sandero as the “source”. True, only individual elements of the body and chassis remained from the French all-terrain vehicle in the concept. The Lada X-Ray was created by a large group of specialists from AvtoVAZ and the Dacia concern. A third of the model's 1,800 parts were original.

The exterior of the serial modification is very similar to the style of the XRAYConcept2 concept, presented in 2012. The appearance of the hatchback turned out to be truly impressive. The main features were optics with LED DRLs, reminiscent of an irregular quadrangle, and an interesting false grille in the shape of the letter X (AvtoVAZ specialists adopted this trend from the latest generation Lexus RX). The brutality of the model was added by a powerful bumper, covered with special protection at the bottom.

Additional lighting was made in the shape of a boomerang, with X-shaped stampings placed on the side. The developers tilted the windshield as much as possible, making the model more streamlined. The rear of the car turned out to be a little “bland” due to the overly simple dimensional shades, which had a negative impact on the overall design of the product. However, even with this drawback, the Lada XRAY looks much more attractive than most of its classmates.

Inside, the domestic novelty is no less beautiful. The quality of materials not only pleases the eye, but gives a pleasant feeling. The concept of the interior space is minimalism. In the interior of the Lada X-Ray, everything is orderly and simple. The trident-shaped steering wheel has no unnecessary buttons, and the front panel stands out for its laconicism. The seats provide comfort even during a long journey; the rows are separated by a capacious glove compartment. 3 passengers can easily be seated in the rear.

The Lada XRAY is longer than most of its competitors. The car's trunk holds up to 310 liters, but with the rear seats folded down its volume increases to 1,500 liters.

Modifications

The model is available in 3 modifications:

1. 1.6-liter engine (106 hp) and 5-speed manual transmission. This is the most budget version. At the minimum (wheels, audio system, 2 airbags, central locking and stabilization system), its cost is about 589,000 rubles.
2. 1.6-liter Renault-Nissan HR16 engine (110 hp) and 5-speed manual transmission. The price tag for it is higher - from 639,000 rubles (“base” is somewhat richer).
3. 1.8-liter VAZ-21179 unit (122 hp) and robotic gearbox. The minimum cost is 669,000 rubles.

Rims and Wheel Sizes

Types of wheels and rims used with Lada X-Ray (applicable to all modifications):

• 6J wheels on 15 ET40 (6 – width in inches, 15 – diameter in inches, 40 – positive offset in mm), tires – 195/65R15 (195 – tire width in mm, 65 – profile height in %, 15 – rim diameter in inches);
• 6J wheels on 16 ET41, tires – 205/55R16.

Wheel characteristics:

• PCD (drilling) – 4 per 100 (4 is the number of holes, 100 is the diameter of the circle on which they are located in mm);
• fasteners – M12 by 1.25 (12 – stud diameter in mm, 1.25 – thread size);
• the diameter of the central hole is 60.1 mm.

Lada XRAY went on sale at the end of 2015. And already in 2017, AvtoVAZ promises to begin production of an off-road modification of the model.

Basic parameters for selecting wheels for Lada X-Ray

Xray wheels are not limited to the dimensions listed above, and the manufacturer is not against car enthusiasts installing wheels with other parameters on their cars. However, there is a certain set of rules that every Lada owner should adhere to:

• First of all, a lot depends on the place where the car is used, because the difference between “stamping” and “casting” or “forging”, as a rule, reaches 200-400% in cost. If the owner drives an X-Ray on city asphalt and parks in guarded parking lots, he can choose beautiful and expensive wheels for the X-Ray, if the budget allows it. However, in rural areas or if the car owner has concerns about wheels being stolen at night, it is more practical to install a regular “stamping” and cover it with beautiful caps, the cost of which in total is much lower than alloy wheels.
• If the car often drives on soft ground, too large a disc radius will not allow the installation of high-profile tires, and the car will get stuck off-road, since it will have virtually no traction on the side surface.
• The same can be said about winter wheels, therefore, when the driver has summer wheels of 16, 17, and sometimes 18 radius, in the cold season it is worth acquiring another set of smaller dimensions, for example, R15, but with the highest profile. In this case, the additional expenses will be more than compensated for over several seasons, since the wheels will be changed without “re-shoeing,” which is not very cheap.

Tread

It is also worth paying attention to. Most often, X-Ray owners choose tires with one of 3 types of patterns:

1. Directed;
2. Classical;
3. Asymmetrical.

Directed

Probably the most common type. Tires with this pattern resist aquaplaning well, and clear the tread from snow at a high level. But when installing, you need to be careful not to confuse the direction.

Hi directional tread.

Classical

Typically, such winter tires are purchased as a budget option or installed as standard. However, most car owners immediately change them.

Asymmetrical

The popularity of winter tires for the Lada X-Ray with such a tread is also great. It is worse at clearing snow and draining water, because only internal units work for this. On the other hand, the hatchback corners better due to the rigid and large external blocks. Such tires are most relevant in mountainous areas, where you often have to drive along serpentine roads, as well as in cities with crooked and narrow streets.

Sometimes winter tires with deep tread are chosen for the Lada, but they are only relevant for driving off the road. However, X-Ray is still not a crossover, so the need for such tires is questionable. The situation will change a little only after the release of the Cross version. On asphalt, with such tires, there is noise in the cabin and mediocre handling.

Asymmetrical tread pattern.

How to choose the right wheels for “Hray” 15 radius

Before buying wheels for Lada X-Ray 15 radius, the driver should know some of the advantages and disadvantages of this size

First of all, you should remember that these wheels on the Xray R15 are the minimum for this model, and in order to get the standard wheel size, you need to use tires with a 65 mm profile, otherwise the vehicle's ground clearance will be significantly reduced and the driver will often hit the bottom even at slight unevenness.

When the owner of a Lada prefers fast and aggressive driving, he should not choose this size, and all because of the same profile, because on sharp turns the tires can be deformed from high forces caused by inertia, and even fly off the rims, which is inevitable will lead to an accident with serious consequences at least for the vehicle.

The standard wheel size is 6.0J x 15 ET37, which can be increased in width to 6.5J, however, the offset must also be increased to ET41, otherwise the protruding tires in rainy weather will greatly stain the car body, and the plastic linings on the wheel arches, protecting from splashes, look extremely ridiculous on this model.

Often such wheels are produced not only in cast, but also in stamped versions, so drivers have the opportunity to save money or simply purchase a spare tire, which is used extremely rarely.

The main manufacturers that produce wheels for Lada X-Ray of this radius are K&K or SCAD, which is unchanged for Lada, as well as YST, NZ, Alcasta and some other brands.

R15 wheels on Lada X-Ray

Optimal wheel size for Lada XRAY

This time, AvtoVAZ, releasing another hatchback, thoroughly worked out the option with the optimal wheel size. The 15-inch model is without a doubt the place to be. Such improved indicators as stability when cornering, fuel efficiency, and a small turning radius fit optimally into the concept of a city car.

Although with 16 inch wheels the Lada XRAY takes on an aesthetic appearance. The path opens to off-road terrain, which very often awaits around the next corner. Car owners ultimately have to make their final choice on their own. Weighing all the advantages with the negative factors, you will get the ideal option for the required driving style. As a result, each motorist has his own values ​​when choosing the desired wheel diameter.

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How to choose the right R16 wheels for Lada X-Ray

16-radius wheels are much more popular for this brand of car and are installed as standard in almost all trim levels, except for the simplest one. Thus, for an owner who decides to replace them for some reason, it will be better to choose the factory size.

It is for the Lada X-Ray that this dimension largely meets the conditions for optimality in terms of wheel size, which determines the vehicle's ground clearance and profile height. Therefore, these discs can be used for all-season tires and do not have to replace them every six months, which will significantly allow car enthusiasts to save money.

The factory wheel size can be supplemented with parameters of 6.5J x 16 or 7.0J x 16, which will make it possible to use 215-225/55/R16 tires, and the car will feel much better on slippery roads.

These wheels, just like in size R15, are used in both stamped and cast versions. However, if a car enthusiast has enough money to replace wheels, he can always find a premium option - forged wheels, which will be much lighter and stronger than cast ones.

R16 radii for Lada X-Ray are produced by many well-known manufacturers, in addition to those listed above, and some of them can be distinguished due to their impeccable quality, in particular LegeArtis, X-Race, Replica, Cross Street. In addition, alloy wheels R16 “Phoenix” on Lada Vesta and X-Ray (article number 8450030687) are very popular among car enthusiasts.

Low profile tires for Lada X-Ray

If discs are changed after prolonged use, from one year or more, then replacing only one product will be too noticeable both in the appearance of the car and during its operation. Thus, a new disc may have a slightly different shape, degree of wear, chemical composition and, most importantly, weight, as a result of which the car may pull to the side on the road, especially at high speeds.

General background information

Ranges of possible values ​​for tires and wheels Lada XRAY 2019.

Tires

Wheel disks

Expert advice

When choosing tires for a car, you must first follow the manufacturer's instructions. Ask yourself a few questions.

• On what roads will the car be primarily used?
• Do you need increased cross-country ability?
• How much of the route will be city roads and how much will be highways?
• Will the vehicle carry heavy loads?

The answers to these and similar questions will help determine which tire parameters you need to pay special attention to.

How to choose the right wheels for Lada XRAY 2022?

• Stamped (economical price category) - made from a sheet of iron by stamping on a press.
• Light alloy - manufactured by casting (more reliable than stamped ones).
• Forged (the highest quality and more expensive than the previous ones) - made from light alloys by stamping at high temperatures.

The choice depends on financial capabilities. However, it should be borne in mind that the quality of the road surface on which you have to drive every day must also be taken into account.

So, if it gets into a hole, a stamped disk will bend and will not cause harm to the tire, but a forged or cast one can cut it. There is a possibility that the cast disc may burst or crack.

It should also be noted that repairing “stamping” wheels is cheaper than repairing cast or forged wheels. But wheels with high-quality cast and forged disks kill the suspension less, because lighter and have more perfect geometry (better balanced).

The same wheels may or may not rub with tires on the same car - wheel alignment adjustment will help here.

How to choose the right R17 wheels for Lada X-Ray

For those car enthusiasts who want to truly stand out on the road while driving their car, the manufacturer allows the installation of 17-radius X-Ray wheels without voiding the warranty. However, for such products the AvtoVAZ concern imposes a number of technological restrictions, namely:

• Such wheels must be sufficiently stable, that is, have a dimension of at least 8.0J; parameters of 8.5J and 9.0J are also allowed, which is ideal for tires 245-255 mm wide.
• With such powerful disks, it is necessary to carefully monitor the overhang, even to the point of making it zero or negative. The maximum ET value here cannot exceed 20-30 mm, otherwise the wheel will touch the wheel arch or wheel arch liners while driving. At the same time, the wheels should not protrude too much beyond the transverse dimensions of the car, since, with the exception of the above-mentioned possibility of rapid contamination of the body, there is a danger of damage to the wheel when parallel parking at the curb.
• The driver should also prepare for the fact that the tire profile is unlikely to exceed 40-45 mm, which will provoke a very hard ride and, accordingly, frequent repairs of shock absorbers. This is due to the fact that the thickness of the air in the cylinder will be minimal, and its own buffer simply will not form.
• The cost of such disks, as a rule, is very high, and in the cast version it starts from 8 thousand rubles, and in the case of “forging” - from 12 thousand rubles. for each wheel, which in terms of the set will amount to a very considerable amount.
• One of the advantages of these wheels is that the design of the spokes and the colors of the visible parts of the wheels can turn the Lada X-Ray into a real sports car and significantly distinguish it even among internationally recognized competitors.
• The main brands that produce similar wheels with a 4x100 bolt pattern are already focused specifically on compact-sized European cars, so you won’t be able to find cheap Russian analogues here. Among the most popular companies, experts advise considering brands such as Volk Racing, Rays, Vossen, BBS and many others.

Automotive store

If a car enthusiast wants to install rims on his car that match the color of the body of his car, in the basic version from the manufacturer he can most often find only a black or white shade. However, you should not overpay and make exclusive products to order, since you just need to choose a product that is suitable for aesthetic reasons in the usual “Silver” color, then contact a car tuning workshop and order painting in the color of your choice.

The engineers of the AvtoVAZ concern spent quite a long time developing and thinking through every element of their flagship Lada X-Ray, and this means that the wheels that they took as a basis in the R16 dimension perfectly correspond to numerous competitors in their class, such as the Opel Astra or Toyota Corolla. These parameters of the disks, in combination with the tires installed for them, ideally correspond to both dynamic characteristics and driving conditions on bad roads or in winter.

*Prices are current as of December 2022.

Background

As you know, August 2015 was marked by the presentation of the second Lada X-Ray concept car. It was then that the discussion regarding future wheels flared up. It must be admitted that the 15-inch wheels installed on the concept did not “look” at all on the car - they literally “sank” in the large wheel arches, which affected the proportionality of the entire car.

15-inch wheels didn’t look right on the Lada X-Ray.

The debate was serious. AvtoVAZ representatives tried to prove the need for installing small wheels. They argued this by the fact that the Lada XRAY was originally developed as a front-wheel drive urban SUV, and not an SUV with a 4x4 layout. Consequently, its main “field of activity” is the city, where small cars are in the most advantageous position. And 15-inch wheels guaranteed X-Ray an acceptable turning radius, excellent traction and throttle response. In addition, the price aspect was not the least important, because the car was developed with an eye toward a buyer with an average income; accordingly, serious fluctuations in cost could not be allowed.

As a result, AvtoVAZ agreed with consumers and installed 16-inch wheels on the X-Ray.

But after the start of sales, all doubts disappeared - AvtoVAZ listened to potential buyers and equipped the car with 16-inch wheels. In addition, Oleg Grunenkov promised that the upcoming all-wheel drive version of the car will immediately receive 17th wheels.

With 17-inch wheels the Lada will look impressive!

Developers' thoughts on wheel diameter

There was no question for the developers about what wheels to put on the Lada XRAY. They initially designed the car for urban conditions. The hatchback does not have all-wheel drive. Hence the large diameter of the wheels becomes unreasonable. Why reduce maneuverability in favor of cross-country ability if no one will use such a function. The designers decided to fully concentrate on a car model designed for the family.

Main advantages of 15 inch wheels:

• small turning radius;
• road stability;
• improve pickup rates;
• compact dimensions for transportation.

AvtoVAZ also understands the financial situation in the country very well. Reducing the cost of some elements allows us to create that very attractive price for residents of the CIS. Lada XRAY simply needs to remain competitive, otherwise the manufacturer will go bankrupt. It will not be possible to win a client with quality, so you have to resort to such unpopular methods.

The wheel diameter of 15 inches best suits the overall concept of the car and pricing policy. If desired, 16-inch models are available for sale. However, the standard configuration will remain unchanged for now.

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