Selection of winter studded tires for Lada Kalina-2

In the “Lux” trim levels of Lada Kalina-2 cars, alloy wheels with a diameter of 15 inches are installed from the factory. For more affordable versions, such as “Norma”, “stamping” with a diameter of 14 inches is standard. VAZ installs only universal, that is, all-season tires on all new cars. Of course, if we are talking about a crossover, the buyer will be offered universal Pirelli tires. However, the option of using all-season tires is not suitable for winter. Let's consider what is better to choose for a station wagon and for a hatchback of the “berry family”, if we are talking about the need to install a “spike”.

Comparison of Kleber Kapnor 5 with other models from personal experience

After installing the tires, after a couple of weeks I tested them thoroughly. And what can I say about the advantages and disadvantages of this model compared to the previous ones I drove, namely:

• Nordman 4
• Amtel Nord Master
• Gislaved Nord Frost

So, not a single winter tire from the above can compare with Kleber Kapnor 5, I can say this with confidence. The car behaves perfectly in public, starting off of course with little slipping, but the deceleration is simply excellent, no drifts or drifts occur even on sharp turns, that is, at low speeds. In deep snow, my Kalina walks confidently on them, like a tractor, and overcomes small snowdrifts without difficulty. Snow porridge is also not a problem, of course, at speeds above 80 km/h it becomes a little uncomfortable, Kalina starts to float a little, but holds the road quite well. Due to its “tractor” tread, Kalina’s cross-country ability becomes like that of an SUV, fortunately, the ground clearance allows it to catch snowdrifts and drifts.

Of course, if we compare the Kleber with its direct relative Michelin and another competitor Nokian, the Kapnor 5 does not reach this level a little, but with a normal quiet driving style this is practically not noticeable. But the price is 4,000 rubles lower, if you count it as 4 wheels, it’s even a little cheaper. What we have after two seasons of winter and driving more than 15,000 km:

• The tread is perfectly preserved, wear is not visible to the eye
• During this time, only one spike flew out, and that was my fault, it was an emergency

I think that for the money this is just an ideal option, it’s a pity that now you can’t find such cylinders anymore, since the model is already really outdated. What tires are on your Kalina and what can you say about it, pros, cons...? Share your experience, I think all Kalinovods will find this information very useful. Leave your comments.

Acceptable sizes of tires and wheels VAZ 2192, 2194

The manufacturer indicated the tire and wheel sizes in the user manual.

On the “Standard” and “Norma” configurations, the manufacturer installs:

• 175/65R14 82H
• 185/60R14 82H

Rim width: 51/2J, disc offset (rim, ET): 35 mm, DIA: 58.5, bolt pattern: 4x98.

For the “Lux” package, the manufacturer installs:

• 175/65R14 82H
• 185/60R14 82H
• 185/55R15 82V

The factory installs the Lada Kalina 2 sport:

• 185/55 R15
• 195/50 R15
• 195/50 R16
• 205/40 R17

Standard tire sizes for Lada Kalina Cross:

• 195/55 R15
• 195/50 R15

R is not a radius, but a designation of the radius of the tire, and the number is the diameter of the rim in inches.

Rim width: 5J, 51/2J and 6J, disc offset (rim, ET): 35 mm, DIA: 58.5, bolt pattern: 4x98.

AVTOVAZ allows the installation of tires and wheels from one configuration of the Lada Kalina 2 to another and vice versa.

Choosing the best brand of winter tires

For Lada Kalina, 3 tire variations are installed from the factory. The best among them, according to reviews from those who have already used a car, are Nikon - tires from a famous Finnish manufacturer. This will be the optimal choice for any configuration of Kalina, be it with a diesel or gasoline engine up to a volume of 1.6 liters (only such variations are installed from the factory, but modification remains possible).

Winter tires like BridgeStone can be called higher quality and more reliable, but not rational in terms of cost. They are almost 3 times more expensive for a regular set of Nikon tires, but in practice they do not work out for their value.

Still, it must be taken into account that the Lada Kalina will mainly be used on Russian roads in extremely harsh conditions. And here the use of too “delicate” rubber, for example, from the Nordman company, will not work (although there are several decent options there). Yes, it is reliable and of high quality, providing optimal control characteristics. However, as a consumer it is not the best option.

By the way, one thing that can be mentioned in favor of Nikon is that here the tire sizes for the same model vary over a wide range, so there will definitely not be any problems with the choice. But you shouldn’t buy universal tires that can act as both summer tires and winter tires. In practice, it has been repeatedly proven that under harsh operating conditions it wears out in literally 0.5 seasons.

Therefore, saving is inappropriate here. Still, you should keep two sets of Kalina in your garage at once - for winter and summer. Rain is not necessary, since for a car of this class it has practically no advantages, and the hub still wears out unevenly for the most part due to numerous potholes on the roads.

If you don’t want to stop at Nikon, it’s better to pay attention to the Gislaved brand. Despite the fact that we are talking about Chinese production, its quality is not inferior to foreign analogues from Finland. Still, the “Made in China” label no longer indicates low quality products, and this is a fact.

And for those who prefer products in the mid-price category, we can offer winter tires from Nord: a fairly low price and resistance to dynamic loads allow the manufacturer to boast of the wear resistance of the rubber used. True, prices for these products have not been very encouraging lately, but this can only be explained by the jump in the ruble exchange rate.

What about taller tires? Larger tires can indeed improve a car's performance, but keep in mind that the wheel itself will be more vulnerable to aggressive driving, especially on broken asphalt.

Therefore, installing winter tires above R14 is recommended only for extremely careful drivers - only they will feel its benefits. The rest will be unhappy with the manufacturer, blaming the rapid wear of the tires, which is a mistake of the car owner himself.

We can also mention Kleber winter tires, but they are expensive. But they are very durable. They will easily withstand 4 seasons, maintaining the original tread pattern. But, according to reviews, they are prone to skidding at high speeds. Although this can be adjusted by tire pressure, there is no point in using them.

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Choosing winter tires for Lada Kalina

Which winter tires for Kalina are the best? Almost every owner of this car has similar questions. And the consumer market provides several options: you can save money by buying universal tires (the season change in them is done by simply moving the wheel), or you can pay a decent amount for a good set from a renowned manufacturer. Which option is better to go with?

Selection of winter studded tires for Lada Kalina-2

In the “Lux” trim levels of Lada Kalina-2 cars, alloy wheels with a diameter of 15 inches are installed from the factory. For more affordable versions, such as “Norma”, “stamping” with a diameter of 14 inches is standard. VAZ installs only universal, that is, all-season tires on all new cars. Of course, if we are talking about a crossover, the buyer will be offered universal Pirelli tires. However, the option of using all-season tires is not suitable for winter. Let's consider what is better to choose for a station wagon and for a hatchback of the “berry family”, if we are talking about the need to install a “spike”.

Car modifications

Lada Kalina was produced for 14 years. The manufacturer offered the consumer two generations of small class cars.

First generation

The debut car of the Kalina family appeared at AvtoVAZ in 2004. It was released as a sedan. The first generation cars were equipped with 1.4 liter (89 hp) and 1.6 liter (81 and 98 hp) petrol engines. In 2006, Kalina hatchbacks appeared, the next year - station wagons, and a year later - a sports modification. Depending on the configuration, the car was equipped with ABS, electronic power steering, airbags, and an air conditioning system. During production, changes were constantly made to the equipment of the vehicle. In 2009 and 2011, Lada Kalina became one of the best-selling brands in the country.

Second generation

In 2013, the plant's conveyor belt was modernized to begin production of the next generation of cars. LADA Kalina 2 was produced in hatchback and station wagon bodies. It is characterized by a more modern appearance, better aerodynamics and increased comfort. Improved powertrain, suspension and gearbox are distinctive features of the vehicle compared to previous generation models. Both hatchbacks and station wagons were equipped with 1.6 liter engines with variable intake, the power of which varied between 87...106 hp. A manual or automatic transmission was installed.

The maximum configuration included the installation of anti-lock systems, stability control, air conditioning and navigation, a traction control module, an after-braking system, a passenger airbag, a touch screen, heated front seats, a rain sensor, etc.

The latest modification of the Kalina family is the Lada Kalina Cross. It is distinguished by increased ground clearance, a modified final drive ratio and a more aesthetic appearance, for example, due to decorative trims on the wheel arches and sills.

In 2022, production of Kalina family cars was discontinued.

What does the size of tires and wheels affect?

Have you decided to choose winter tires for Lada Kalina 2? For winter it is recommended to choose narrow tires. The fact is that with such tires the pressure on the road surface will be greater, and therefore the grip on the road will improve. Wide tires are more sensitive to ruts in winter. Low-profile tires perfectly transfer even the smallest pits to the fifth point.

The smaller the unsprung masses

(this includes a lot of tires and wheels), the better the car will hold the road and accelerate faster. For example, if you put wheels on a car that are 2 kg lighter each, then acceleration to 100 km/h will be reduced by 0.2 seconds.

Attention! Installing larger wheels may lead to problems with ABS and ESC calibration (the systems may not work correctly).

Let us remind you that other instructions for modifying the new Kalina are in the tuning category or in the contents.

Where can I buy

: in our online store (category Wheels for Kalina).

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Selection of winter studded tires for Lada Kalina-2

In the “Lux” trim levels of Lada Kalina-2 cars, alloy wheels with a diameter of 15 inches are installed from the factory. For more affordable versions, such as “Norma”, “stamping” with a diameter of 14 inches is standard. VAZ installs only universal, that is, all-season tires on all new cars. Of course, if we are talking about a crossover, the buyer will be offered universal Pirelli tires. However, the option of using all-season tires is not suitable for winter. Let's consider what is better to choose for a station wagon and for a hatchback of the “berry family”, if we are talking about the need to install a “spike”.

Tire and Wheel Compatibility

Tuning enthusiasts are concerned about the question of what kind of alloy wheels can be installed on Kalina so that the wheels do not touch the fender liners and the speedometer does not lie. When choosing new “rollers”, take into account the full diameter of the wheel; it should not differ much from the standard one. You can understand which tires are suitable using the compatibility table. The left one is built on 185/60 R14 (minimum diameter), the right one - 185/55 R15 (maximum diameter):

Green indicates the minimum deviation of the wheel diameter (up to 3 mm); Orange indicates a diameter deviation from 3 to 6 mm.

Thus, you can install wheels on Lada Kalina 2:

• 175/70 R13, 185/70 R13, 195/65 R13, 205/60 R13, 215/60 R13, 225/55 R13;
• 175/65 R14 , 185/60 R14 , 195/60 R14, 205/55 R14, 225/50 R14;
• 175/55 R15, 185/55 R15 , 195/50 R15, 205/50 R15, 215/45 R15, 225/45 R15;
• 185/50 R16, 185/45 R16, 195/45 R16, 215/40 R16, 225/40 R16;
• 175/45 R17, 175/40 R17, 185/40 R17, 195/40 R17.

We advise you to choose only those tires that AVTOVAZ recommends (they are highlighted in bold in the list).

Don't forget about the rim width:

When installing tires or wheels that differ in parameters

from those recommended by the factory, you can:

• be refused warranty repair of the chassis;
• be stopped by a traffic police inspector, who has the right to draw up a report on the car’s non-compliance with the requirements of the Technical Regulations;
• fail to pass technical inspection.