Dimensions of wheels and rims for VAZ 2121 Niva All wheel parameters: PCD, offset and rim size, drilling

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The size of the tires and wheels greatly influences the behavior of the car on the road. AVTOVAZ recommends installing tires and wheels of a strictly defined size on Lada 4×4; only in this case the manufacturer guarantees the service life of chassis and suspension components and assemblies. In the review, we will tell you what the size of the wheels affects during the operation of the machine and what recommendations the manufacturer gives.

About winter tires on Lada 4×4

When choosing tires for the winter, use the table above. In addition, it is allowed to use winter tires (M+S) of the above dimensions and index Q with a corresponding limitation of the maximum vehicle speed (up to 160 km/h).

Choose winter tires on your Lada 4×4 that are as narrow as possible so that the pressure of the car on the surface is greater, this will improve traction. Also remember that wide tires are more sensitive to the ruts on the road.

What tires are installed on the Niva 2121

For the very first version of the Niva, the plant recommends using 175/80 R16 tires. The narrow version of the tires provides the best traction in mud and easily copes with snow. Increasing the tread width leads to improved appearance, but entails a decrease in vehicle performance. Due to the design features of the chassis, the car clings worse to slippery areas and floats on clay.

Acceptable wheel sizes:

• 205/70 or 75 R16;
• 215/65 R16;
• 195/75 R15;
• 205/70 R15.

Also, some car enthusiasts install tires up to 225 or even 235 profile. This is possible by replacing standard wheels with modifications with a larger offset.

Which wheels are better to install on Lada 4×4

The choice of tires for R16 wheels is not large; most often they choose sizes 185/75 R16, 175/80 R16, or 215/65 R16. Due to the paucity of choice, many SUV owners install R15 wheels on their Lada 4×4.

R15 wheels can be borrowed from Chevrolet Niva wheels, which fit without modifications. Thus, the choice of tires will increase significantly and you will be able to choose the appropriate tires for certain operating conditions. In addition, a car with such wheels will look more stylish. In addition to standard tires for R15 wheels, you can install 205/75 R15 tires.

Do you dream of a Lada 4×4 on big wheels , but are not going to cut the arches? The maximum tire size for a Lada 4×4 without modifications is 215/75 R15, and the rims must have an offset of 40, otherwise the tires will touch the fender liners. Finally, install alloy wheels on your Lada 4×4 and you will get a stylish SUV!

When choosing wheels, you should take into account the full diameter of the wheel; it should not differ much from the standard one. Compatibility table for Lada 4×4 tires and wheels:

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

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.

Selection of tires for non-standard wheel sizes

As stated earlier, for the VAZ-2121, non-standard tires are tires on 15th wheels, namely 205/70 R15 or 205/75 R15. As a result of switching to such sizes, there is a richer choice, as well as increased width and a high profile, increasing the cross-country ability and grip of your car.

Summer tires

Dunlop Grandtrek PT3 is a summer tire for SUVs such as Niva, which has a reasonable price (4-4.5 thousand rubles) and high performance. The central rib provides the tire with good handling, and the symmetrical tread provides reliable grip and stability on dry surfaces. Due to the wide drainage channels and sipes, the tire is quickly cleared of moisture, resulting in improved protection against aquaplaning and traction on wet surfaces. The rubber contains silicon, which reduces noise levels and extends service life.

The next model of summer tires for Niva is Bridgestone Ecopia 850 , suitable exclusively for use in urban conditions. The tire tread has a large number of small blocks with grooves and lamellas of different depths and different directions. This drainage system effectively removes moisture from the tire, providing reliable protection against aquaplaning and better traction on wet surfaces.

The central rib of the tread contributes not only to high directional stability and controllability, but also to a shortened braking distance, both on dry and wet surfaces. Thanks to the special rubber composition, the generated noise level is reduced, wear resistance is increased, and it is also environmentally friendly. Price - 5 thousand rubles.

Next up is the Continental ContiCrossContact LX2 with an aggressive central tread that provides high traction and grip not only in urban conditions, but also in light off-road conditions. The central rib promotes reliable handling and shortened braking distances on dry surfaces, and the system of zigzag sipes and wide drainage channels ensures rapid self-cleaning of the tire from moisture and dirt, which improves aquaplaning protection and grip on wet surfaces.

Reinforced sidewalls increase resistance to deformation and various types of damage. The tire is low noise and has an increased service life. Prices for the model start from 6 thousand rubles.

Winter tires

Among winter tires for Niva, we can highlight Viatti Bosco S/T V-526 . For 4 thousand rubles, you get a tire with high traction and grip characteristics thanks to a specially designed asymmetric tread, which, due to the wide and deep channels between the blocks, quickly cleans itself. The grooved sipes provide confidence when driving on snowy and icy surfaces, and the polymers included in the rubber compound ensure elasticity at low temperatures and a long service life.

Another great option is the Michelin Latitude Alpin . This model will surprise you with its capabilities, allowing you to feel confident and comfortable when moving both on snow and ice. The tire's tread has specially shaped blocks that can “bite into” snow and ice, providing reliable traction and controllability, and the drainage system with directed deep grooves and wide rings promotes effective self-cleaning. The rubber composition includes silicon and polymer, which increases wear resistance and maintains the elasticity of the rubber. Price - from 4.5 thousand rubles.

Next up is the Gislaved NordFrost 200 SUV . The asymmetrical tread has a central part with a directional arrangement of a specially shaped block, thanks to which high levels of grip and vehicle control are achieved on dry, snowy and icy surfaces. Wide shoulder zones increase the plane of contact with the surface, and protruding teeth improve maneuverability, especially in deep snow, preventing the tire from getting stuck. Thanks to the studs located using a special technology, effective traction and braking on ice is ensured. Wide drainage channels quickly clear the tire of water, snow and ice chips, improving traction. The tire is low noise and wear-resistant. The cost of the model is 5 thousand rubles.

The list of winter tires for the Niva is completed by Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 . The multi-directional triangle-shaped central tread provides excellent traction and handling on dry, snowy and icy surfaces. The shoulder zones increase the contact patch with the surface, which not only improves traction, but also provides additional directional stability, and the side teeth increase patency in deep snow.

Wide channels between the tread blocks effectively clean the tire and protect against aquaplaning. The rubber composition is made using a special technology with the inclusion of adaptive polymers and a large amount of silicon, as a result of which the tire has an increased service life and is able to maintain its elasticity even at the lowest temperatures. Price - 5.5-6 thousand rubles.

All-season tires

Toyo Open Country H/T model has good traction and grip characteristics at any time of the year and allows you to move not only in urban conditions, but also in light off-road conditions. The central tread blocks provide traction on dry and snowy surfaces, and the shoulder tread with special grooves increases the tire's maneuverability when driving in deep snow and in off-road conditions.

The sipes improve traction on snowy and icy surfaces, and two large rings, together with the channels between the tread blocks, form a very effective drainage system. Thanks to the optimized rubber composition, the tire is low noise, lasts longer and retains its performance properties even with fluctuations in ambient temperature. Price - from 4 thousand rubles.

A more serious version of the all-season tire for the Niva is Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 , which has a reinforced frame, sidewalls and tread that allow it to move even in off-road conditions. The blocks have grooves that improve traction on any surface, and wide drainage channels ensure rapid self-cleaning of water, snow and dirt, which increases cross-country ability.

Wide shoulder areas increase the contact patch with the surface, and lateral lugs prevent slipping. The tire is low noise and wear-resistant, its cost varies about 4.5 thousand rubles.

Excellent driving performance will be provided by Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001 , which is also famous for its long service life and environmental friendliness. Shoulder areas with lateral lugs provide reliable directional stability, controllability and additional traction on any surface.

The special shape of the central tread allows you to achieve high results when driving on dry, snowy and icy surfaces. Due to special sipes and wide drainage channels, the tire is quickly cleared of moisture, dirt and snow, which also improves traction and protection against aquaplaning. Price - from 5 thousand rubles.

Off-road tires or mud tires

For driving the Niva in off-road conditions, the Goodyear Wrangler A/T Adventure , with large tread blocks and deep drainage channels that ensure quick and effective self-cleaning of the tire. The reinforced carcass and sidewalls of the tire significantly increase resistance to deformation and provide additional stability and controllability.

A special rubber composition of silicon and polymers reduces noise and vibration while driving, extends service life and allows the tire to maintain its performance properties with changing temperatures. The price is about 7 thousand rubles. About the brand + prices for the entire line of tires

Cordiant Off Road will also perform very well in off-road conditions . Aggressive tread blocks provide uncompromising cross-country ability in virtually any terrain and at any time of the year. Lateral lugs and special protrusions on the sidewalls ensure good maneuverability on deep ruts and eliminate slippage.

Large and deep drainage channels between the tread blocks effectively clean the tire, improving cross-country ability. The reinforced frame and sidewalls provide reliable protection against deformation and various types of damage. Price - from 4.5 thousand rubles.

What does the size of tires and wheels affect?

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.

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As a reminder, for safety and to increase tire life, you should maintain your tires at the recommended pressure. Other modifications to the Lada 4×4 can be found in the tuning category and by content.

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Standard design size

Before choosing wheels and tires for a Niva 4x4 with a diameter of R16, you need to carefully study the sizes of their standard, factory wheels. From the factory, this car was produced on wheels with the following designation: 5Jx16, H2-ET = 58, DIA = 98, PCD = 5x139, 7.

On a note!

Accordingly, the tire on the car must have the same parameters.

The developments discussed in this article are encrypted with the following formula:

• J - indicates that the structure can accommodate 5-inch tires. Depending on the manufacturer, the permissible size may differ by 1 inch up or down. The letter “J” indicates that the development has only one side.
• 16 - shows the diameter of the wheel rim assembly.
• H2 - indicates that the wheel rim design has 2 hants (special protruding rings located on the edge of the rim). They are needed to ensure that tubeless tires are securely fixed, in particular when the force of the road surface moves on the working plane of the tire. They secure the tires during maneuverable turns and are mandatory on off-road rims.
• ET - disc overhang size in mm. Of course, they are allowed to disdain, but only to a lesser extent and no more than 1 cm.
• DIA is the diameter of the hub in millimeters.
• PCD - indicates the number of holes for mounting the wheel and the diameter at which they are located.

As mentioned earlier, it is possible to install slightly larger or smaller structures on the Niva 2121, 21214. For example, the best choice would be tires from the American Chevrolet Niva prototype. They fit perfectly in the fastenings and also have acceptable dimensions.

Product size

Product characteristics:

• 0J x 15 ET = 48 - for stamped options;
• 5J x 15 ET = 40 - for the option with cast samples.

It is best to select the appropriate rim diameter after the car owner has decided on the choice of off-road tire for the Niva 4x4.

Practical advice

The behavior of the car on the road depends on the parameters of tires and wheels. The manufacturer suggests using tires and wheels of a certain size on the Niva, only in this case it provides a guarantee for the chassis and suspension.

Before changing the size of tires and wheels, consider all the pros and cons.

In what cases can you change tires that are not recommended by the manufacturer?

1. There is no way to buy typical size tires.
2. The desire to purposefully change the smoothness of movement and the car's response to handling to suit your driving style.
3. Choosing a cheaper option in order to save money.

Replacement

Tires with a diameter of R16 are offered as a standard option. But, when choosing analogues, problems arise. This size is produced very rarely. Therefore, drivers often use R15 tires. Actually, this is not a violation. The manufacturer allows the use of such tires on Niva cars. Here you can choose the most suitable option for you.

When choosing, pay attention to additional indicators. Using wheels that are too large may require modifications to the vehicle. Below we will consider the main variations possible for use on the Niva. Please note that the options listed apply to the entire range.

Choosing tires: where to start?

Why change tires at all? An experienced VAZ 2121 driver does not have such questions. Nivovod begins to think about replacing tires not because of a good life, nor in search of extreme sports or unusual sensations. The thing is that all-season factory tires 185/70 R16, being the result of compromises, unification and budgetary frameworks, turn out to be a very mediocre assistant both on the city highway, and when driving off-road, and in winter.

Off-road variant of Cordiant

Here you already have to choose tires for yourself, based on a number of basic parameters:

in what operating conditions will the future wheels be used, whether the car will have to cut through asphalt road surfaces or more, after all, off-road; how far the driver is ready to go in the matter of tuning his iron horse, will the owner’s heart tremble to send his brand new VAZ 21214 under the knife (some tire sizes require widening the wheel arches or bending their sides outward, lifting the suspension, as well as lifting the body of the VAZ 21214 directly above the frame ); based on the budget (a lift kit costs about 3-4 thousand rubles, it can be easily installed even in your garage, a completely acceptable set of tires can cost 3.5-4.5 thousand rubles, and the most “juicy” offers reach up to amounts of 8-12 thousand

rubles); take a thorough look at the offers of various brands (it’s worth paying attention to already proven brands, since good tires are not just a beautiful tread pattern, but also the correct chemical composition. And you can be sure that you won’t get a “pig in a poke” only by trusting a manufacturer with a good reputation).

You can’t do without basic knowledge of tire labeling. Typically, the name of the tire indicates three main parameters (for example, 185/70 R16). Where 185 is the tire width in mm, 70 is the profile height expressed as a percentage of the width and R16 is the radial diameter of the rim in inches. There is also almost a dozen additional information, incl. regarding the type of tire (M+S - all-season, AT or MT, these abbreviations are discussed in more detail below), manufacturer, operational and technical characteristics, braking coefficient (A - good, B - acceptable, C - so-so) and much more.

Wheel alignment angles "Niva Chevrolet"

The wheel alignment angles on the Chevrolet Niva SUV are as follows:

• The longitudinal inclination angle of the turning axis is 3° 40' /-30'. This is the angle between the vertical and the projection of the line that passes through the centers of the ball joints onto a plane that is parallel to the longitudinal axis of the machine. It stabilizes the steering of the wheels in the direction of straight-line movement.
• Wheel camber angle - 0° 30' / -30'. This is the angle between the plane of rotation of the wheel in a straight position and the vertical. It is responsible for the correct position of the rolling wheel during suspension operation.
• The wheel toe value is 0/-1 mm. This is the angle between the plane of rotation of the wheel and the longitudinal axis of the car.

Wheel alignment angles on Niva Chevrolet

Cross-country ability, handling, fuel consumption and braking distance depend on the characteristics of the tread, width and diameter of the wheels.

Also, the diameter and weight of the wheels determine the load that falls on the suspension parts when driving on a broken road or off-road.

Tire parameters are especially important for SUVs, which include the Chevrolet Niva.

Summary

As can be seen from the description, it is quite possible to install similar products instead of factory tires. This modernization will bring more comfort to driving and also optimize the driving performance of the car. Fans of extreme drive will have to work a little to improve off-road qualities.

Every part of the machine requires attention. When it comes to maintaining it, we don’t just mean systematic checks of oil and water levels. The truth is that there are many aspects to take care of, and tires are one of the most important. Choosing the right tires for your car can be a difficult task, especially if you don’t know what the modern market offers and what tires you need. Tires can be purchased from dealers, in specialized stores, in online stores; it is important to pay attention to factors such as product brand, presentation, quality, price, reliability.

Choosing the right tires for Niva is not an easy task

An even more serious choice faces you if you are the owner. As practice shows, having a Niva or UAZ in your garage is not a guarantee that you will be able to conquer off-road terrain with this car. An important task is choosing the right off-road tires. How to properly put on car shoes? It is very difficult to choose tires without certain knowledge.

General background information

Ranges of possible values ​​for tires and wheels VAZ 2121 Niva 1989.
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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 a VAZ 2121 Niva 1989?

3 types of rims:

• 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.

What is the tire pressure?

It is the driver's responsibility to constantly monitor tire pressure. This will avoid standard problems associated with vehicle operation. An abnormal pressure value often causes:

• deterioration of management;
• uneven tread wear.

Often the car owner independently reduces the pressure in the wheels of his own vehicle. This reduces the load on the suspension, and the car “passes” various road irregularities an order of magnitude easier. But it is worth noting: a decrease in pressure even by 0.1 MPa leads to serious problems. The main ones include:

• increased fuel consumption;
• rapid wear of the outer tread segments;
• the car becomes less maneuverable.

An overinflated wheel causes no less problems. The central part of the cylinder begins to wear off quickly. In addition, at ambient temperatures of more than 60 degrees Celsius, the tire may simply explode. Which will lead to driving into the oncoming lane.

What kind of tires can be installed on Niva 2131

The updated version differs from the original in having a longer body and a raised, stout ride height. Otherwise, typical components and assemblies are used here. Due to the increased weight of the car, the model is equipped with 185/75 R16 rollers from the assembly line. Thanks to their mass, the slightly widened slopes work stably on hard and pliable surfaces.

Acceptable sizes are similar to previous generations:

• 175/80 R16;
• 205/70 or 75 R16;
• 215/65 R16;
• 195/75 R15;
• 205/70 R15;
• 215/70 R15.

At the same time, some car enthusiasts insist on compatibility with 235/75 R15 tires. The only caveat is the purchase of rims of non-standard size and design.

What is better: summer - winter or all-season?

When choosing a tire, you must be guided by the weather conditions in which the tires will be used. They are made from different materials.

For winter, soft rubber is used, resistant to sub-zero temperatures, which has a high level of grip on icy and wet roads.

Summer tires are made from durable hard rubber, which is resistant to high temperatures.

All-season tires consist of chemical compounds that reach average parameters, which guarantee adequate density in summer and grip on slippery roads in winter. All-season tires have a characteristic tread structure that allows you to cope with snow in winter and ensures safety in conditions of heavy rain or icy roads. A special all-season tire for an SUV can really make your car a universal vehicle, but at the same time the fuel consumption of the car will increase, the dynamics and comfort will decrease when driving on asphalt, and tire wear will accelerate.

The most acceptable option for harsh winters is the option of winter - summer tires according to the season. All-season tires may behave inappropriately in severe frosts and you need to drive very carefully.

Sizes 235/75 and 240/80 R15

If the car is used for trips into nature (fishing, hunting), then it makes sense to bother installing more solid tires. This will allow you to operate the car on any off-road conditions. But, for installation you will have to make some modifications, otherwise the new wheels simply will not fit into the wheel arches.

The first thing to do is lift the suspension. This will increase ground clearance and eliminate the need to widen the arches. To do this, you can use a lifting kit from AvtoVAZ. It includes everything you need. The quality of the parts is quite high, you can also look at offers from companies producing tuning parts. Raising the car is not enough. It is necessary to modify the gearbox; the existing ones cannot cope with the increased load. Instead of the standard gear ratio of 3.9, 4.44 is installed. The last thing to do is increase the disc offset. To do this, use light alloy spacers. For greater reliability, it is advisable to install a hub with double-row bearings in the steering knuckle; they are more resistant to loads.

There are plenty of off-road tires of these sizes on the market. Choose the option that is most suitable for the cost, their quality is approximately the same.

Conclusion

. The Niva's standard tires do not quite meet modern requirements for off-road and all-purpose tires. Therefore, many are interested in what wheels can be installed on the Niva. In fact, the choice is quite large, but if you want to make a truly off-road car, you will have to tinker with modifying the suspension.

215/75 R15

Usually, such rubber falls into place without any modifications. You just need to choose the right disk. Its diameter should be between 27-28 inches. Be sure to check the disc offset. The 35-58 mm option is suitable. In this configuration, you can freely install wheels without any additional intervention. But sometimes contact between the tires and the body may occur. This happens in the following cases:

• When the vehicle is heavily loaded;
• When traveling over big bumps;
• When suspension parts pass extreme points.

These are the disadvantages of this rubber.
By installing such tires, you will get greater cross-country ability, this is achieved by higher ground clearance, as well as by the large tread characteristic of these tires. Fuel consumption is also reduced. You don't have to lift the car; the ground clearance is already more than impressive. Thus, the advantages of such rubber outweigh all the disadvantages.

Among the all-terrain variants of this tire, the Dunlop Grand trek AT3

and
Yokohama Geolandar
.
These tires have proven themselves well in mud, sand and shallow snow. On dry asphalt they are somewhat inferior to analogues created specifically for highways. For city and dirt road trips, you can choose the Cordiant Off Road
or
the Kumho Road Venture
.
When traveling in deep snow (ice conditions), Nokian Hakkapeliitta SUV 7
and
Michelin Latitude X-ice North
. This tire is made taking into account all the features of snowy roads; studs are used for better grip. Also, they use a Scandinavian tread pattern, which provides maximum traction in conditions of heavy snow cover. All of the listed variations can be freely installed on Niva without any modifications.

How to install low pressure tires on a Niva

Basically the sequence of actions looks like this.

1. Production of drawings. Serious remodeling begins with design. Any mistake can cause unnecessary costs.
2. Body modification. Arches are cut out, bridge fastenings are strengthened.
3. Complete transmission replacement. Installing huge, heavy wheels overloads the gearbox and gearboxes.
4. Installation of a new suspension adjusted to wide rims.
5. Installation of wheels and decorative elements.
6. Running in the car.

A similar sequence is standard when converting any domestic car to low pressure cylinders.

Specialization : Graduated from the State Automobile University, worked for 20 years at GAZ-56, now I drive a Zhiguli.

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How to choose wheels for a Chevrolet Niva

In order to correctly select the most suitable rims for wheels on the Shniva, you need to know what types of rims are available and how they are made:

1. For example, stamped ones, being the cheapest and easiest to produce, are made by stamping from rolled steel. They are easily restored after deformation, but are heavy in weight, which affects the condition of the suspension and worsens the car’s handling. In addition, stamped discs are susceptible to corrosion and bend easily.
2. Cast wheels, made from aluminum and other light alloy metals, are not as heavy as steel, have an attractive appearance and do not corrode. But at the same time they are noticeably more expensive and suffer from excessive fragility.
3. Forged wheels, being the most expensive ones, become lighter and stronger through additional mechanical and heat treatment than cast ones.

Also interesting: Replacing power steering fluid on a Chevrolet Niva

The most popular wheels among Chevrolet Niva owners are from the following cars:

• "Suzuki Grand Vitara";
• "Suzuki Jimmy";
• "Kia Sportage";
• "Volga".

Car owners often decorate steel wheels with decorative plastic caps. You can install linings with a radius of 15 or 16 inches on standard Chevrolet Niva wheels.

However, you need to take into account that the hubcaps often fall off when driving on rough roads. You can try to save them in a simple way - fasten them to the disk with a plastic tie.

However, this method does not help on serious off-road conditions. Plastic does not withstand heavy loads when driving in deep mud, sand or snow.