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
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:
| Modification | Basic size | Replacement options |
| 2190 Sedan/1.6 16V | R14 175/65 | R14 185/60R15 195/50 and 185/55 |
| 2190 Sedan/1.6 8V | R14 175/65 | No options |
| 2190 Sedan/1.6 16V Sport | R15 185/55 | R15 195/50R16 195/50 |
| 2191 Liftback/1.6 16V | R14 175/65 | R14 185/60R15 185/55 |
| 2191 Liftback/1.6 8V | R14 175/65 | R14 185/60R15 185/55 |
Diameter of wheels and rims of the new “Granta” FL – recommended sizes
If the bolt pattern of the new “Granta” FL is the same for all versions, then the sizes of wheels and rims may be different. It depends on the configuration of the car. At the same time, the wheels and rims of cars in different versions and bodies are interchangeable. From the factory, cars are equipped with both stampings and castings.
The Lada Granta FL sedan goes on sale on stamped wheels with a radius of R14, or, as they are also called, stamps in the “Standard” and “Norma” trim levels. They are fitted with tires measuring 175/65 R14 in the first case and 185/60 R14 in the second. But such wheels can be installed on cars of this model and in other versions.
Comparison of Lada Granta wheels
True, most owners subsequently buy stylish alloy wheels for the Lada Granta FL. Not all of them retain the same radius of these elements. Alloy wheels are often installed on “Granta” FL r15 or 16 radius. But sometimes there are adherents of 17 or even 13 radius. In this way they are trying to change the appearance of the car and its driving performance. In the first case, stability when cornering can be increased, and in the second, off-road capability can be increased.
From the factory, alloy wheels on the Granta FL are installed only on luxury and cross-country versions. They have a 15 radius. The standard cast wheels for the Granta Lux FL have an attractive design and a light gray polished tint. They go well with any color and body type of car.
Many owners and experts are sure that Granta FL looks best on 15 discs. With this radius, tires of size 185/55 R15 or 195/55 R15 are used. These parameters ensure optimal load on the suspension and controllability of the machine on any surface.
According to AvtoVAZ, Granta FL should not be used on 16 discs. At least, their admissibility is not noted in the instruction manual. But actually it is not.
It is quite possible to install wheels of this size on this car. In this case, the tire profile should be lower. This should not have a negative impact on the car's handling. But the durability of the suspension elements will decrease.
There is also a Lada Granta FL with 17 discs. Car owners believe that it looks stylish, especially in combination with low-profile tires. Perhaps this is true. But this negatively affects the driving performance and technical condition of the car.
Using such wheels on a Lada Granta FL, for example, “Standard” or “Lux”, is unsafe for suspension parts. They experience increased stress and may fail faster. In addition, handling, especially in difficult weather or road conditions, may become worse. And this is the danger of a traffic accident. And a low profile is not the best solution for Russian roads. Moreover, such wheels can still touch the fender liners and arches when turning the steering wheel.
Lada Granta wheels up close
The bolt pattern of the new “Granta” FL allows you to choose R13 wheels for this car. Most often these are stamped discs. But they have no special practical or aesthetic meaning. Therefore, this decision was not widespread.
Are wheels from other cars suitable for the new Granta FL?
Some car enthusiasts are wondering whether drilling the new Granta FL will allow them to use wheels from other cars. It is not difficult to guess that tires and wheels from Granta of the previous version are suitable for this car. But you can also install wheels from Datsun On-Do or Mi-Do.
It is possible that wheels from some other models may also fit this Lada. But the chatter of the new “Granta” FL, like its previous version, is not widespread. Therefore, motorists sometimes seem to have a limited choice of wheels.
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.
A short checklist - How to buy tires for the Lada Granta correctly
1. You should look for the right tires, keeping in mind the factory dimensional specifications. The size of the selected tires must match these data. 2
Pay attention to the tread pattern. Driving comfort largely depends on it
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Pay attention to the width parameters. The acceleration and braking of a car is affected by the width of the spot converging with the road surface.
4. Particular attention should be paid to the bore diameter. Tires that are excessively high or wide can damage the suspension, while tires that are too narrow will increase the load on the bearings. 5
It is important to take into account the maximum speed index and the load capacity index. 6
Treadwear, Traction, Temperature and MaxPressure data provide information on the tire's factory wear life, braking performance, temperature resistance and pressure limit for the tire respectively.
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.
And another important factor is for those who spend a lot of time driving. A tire for winter use is much softer than a summer one, but it is also noisy when driving, especially the studded one.
The summer one, and it is also an all-season one, in severe frosts “steals” and just rattles. And this is not to mention the fact that you will not so much ride on the ice as perform figure skating.
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.
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.
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.
Winter tires, which ones are better to choose??
For winter it is better to use winter “shoes”. At the same time, studded tires from Goodyear, Pirelli, Michelin X-Ice are indispensable on poorly cleaned roads and in winter with frequent thaws and frosts, and also if you have to drive mainly on compacted snow. For residents of large cities who use the Lada Granta only for commuting to work, ordinary winter tires from such well-known companies as Hankook Goodyear, Cordiant, Continental, etc. are sufficient.
Winter tires must be soft at the road contact area (for good grip) and hard at the base of the tread to ensure precise handling. New models entering the Russian market have these properties:
1. Goodyear UltraGrip Ice Arctic, UltraGrip 8 Performance, choice of sizes for Lada Granta: bore diameter from R13 to R17, width from 175 to 225 mm.
2. Pirelli sizes from 13 to 20 inches.
3. Continental offer studless ContiWinterContact tires in sizes with a seat diameter from 15 to 16 inches.
4. Dynlop Winter, choice of size for Lada Granta: bore diameter R13 -16, profile width 155
5. Yokohama offers the iceGuard friction tire, the rubber is presented only with a diameter of 15, 16 and 18 inches, but in the near future the size range will expand from 12 to 19 inches.
6. Hankook friction winter tire Winter i*cept tires will be sold in common sizes from 14 to 16 inches
7. Cordiant Winter Drive comes in popular sizes: 175/70R13, 175/65R14, 185/60R14, 185/65R15, 195/65R15, 205/55R16, 205/60R16, 215/65R16
For studded winter tires to be good, all the studs must be the same height.
In order for studded tires to serve you for a long time, it is important to break them in correctly so that the studs stay in their seats.
For the first 500 km you should drive without overloading, do not skid, do not brake sharply and take turns in easy mode. You should be especially careful with spikes when driving on dry asphalt and across tram tracks and curbs.
When buying winter tires, you should not forget that tires get punctured more often in winter than in summer, and you cannot do without a winter spare tire.
Which winter tires are best for Granta? Which winter tires should I choose for Granta?
For owners of a car brand like the Lada Grant, with the arrival of winter, a problem arises with the correct choice of winter tires.
Everyone knows that it is better to start choosing winter tires early, so that the choice is thoughtful and balanced. So that during each season you don’t have to stand in long queues for tire fitting, you need to buy additional wheels, and as a result, you won’t waste time waiting in line and you can change the wheels yourself, which ultimately will help save money. Some experts say that urban On roads, you should not install tires with studs, but it is better to install Velcro tires. But with such a choice, it is worth considering how often the roads are cleared of snow drifts, and the roads are cleared even less often, and in such a situation it is better to opt for tires with spikes. Before you start choosing a winter tire, you need to look through a lot of useful information and listen to reviews from others car owners for various brands of winter tires.
After studying all the data, you can come to a conclusion and make a list of the most common and frequently used brands of winter tires for the Lada Grant. One can note such a German brand as Continental ConticleContact; among the Finnish brands, a brand called Nokian Hakkarelitta 7 stands out. A brand of tires such as Gislavde Nord Frost 5 is in even greater demand; this brand is produced by a subsidiary of Continental. A company from France that produces a brand of tires such as Michelin X-Ice North XIN2 is considered to be often used.
From time to time, tests are carried out in which different brands of tires are compared, and mainly the German and Finnish manufacturers are in the lead in these tests. That is, we can say with confidence that the best of the above brands are Nokian Hakkarelitta 7 and Continental ConticleContact. It is safe to say that the manufacturers of these tire brands occupied leading positions in previous years. Tires under the Gislavde brand are considered good tires, but they also have the disadvantage of a weak cord. If a wheel hits a curb, a bump will immediately appear on the tire. Michelin tires also have their positive and negative sides. The negative side is poor cross-country ability in deep snow and, accordingly, if you have to drive in areas where there is always a lot of snow, then you should not choose these tires.
Velcro or Spiked?
Winter tires are divided into studded and velcro. Which ones are better? It all depends on the road you will be driving on. If you think 100% that you will not go out of town on the highway in winter, then you can confidently buy studless winter tires, but do not forget about the poor behavior of such tires on ice. The advantage of Velcro is its good adhesion to asphalt. Well, if you assume that you will have to go on a country road at least once, then you simply need studs. Outside the city there will be snow and ice, and spikes will perform well in such conditions.
When choosing winter tires, as when purchasing any product, you pay attention mainly to the price. But not everyone understands that their safety on the road and their life depend on winter tires.
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