TOP 15 best summer tires R14: rating 2021-2022 and which ones to choose for a passenger car

The abbreviation R14 means tires with a 14 radius. They are suitable for passenger cars and family cars and, like other tires, are available in winter and summer models.

When choosing a suitable set of tires, attention is paid not only to the size and seasonality, but also to the quality of the rubber mixture and tread pattern, because the permeability of the rubber on mud, dry and wet asphalt depends on these indicators.

Experienced motorists know how to choose the right set of tires, but novice users may have some difficulties with this. A short list of criteria that you should pay attention to when selecting, as well as a rating of the best R14 tires according to the 2021-2022 version in price/quality ratio will help you cope with the selection.

When selecting, not only reviews from car owners were taken into account, but also expert advice.

Briefly about tires for summer

• fuel efficiency - rating ranges from “A” (best performance) to “G” (worst performance);
• wet grip coefficient - indicated by letters from “A” to “F” in descending order;
• noise level – expressed in decibels.

Don’t forget about the tread pattern, which can be either symmetrical or asymmetrical. The functions of each model need to be compared and a choice made depending on specific goals - excellent handling, comfort or a balance of these parameters. Some motorists are biased towards economy class tires, and, I must say, in vain. Quite often, such products have a primary focus on functionality and use proven technologies. This approach should not be called outdated; it is rather reliable and optimally suited for both low and middle class cars.

Compatibility of tires and wheels Lada Priora

Based on reviews from owners, we have compiled a list of Priora wheel size compatibility:

• On R14 wheels you can install tires with the following parameters: 175/65 R14, 175/60 ​​R14, 175/55 R14, 175/50 R14, 175/45 R14, 175/40 R14, 185/65 R14, 185/60 R14, 185/55 R14, 185/50 R14, 185/45 R14, 185/40 R14, 195/50 R14, 195/45 R14, 195/40 R14, 205/55 R14, 205/50 R14, 205/45 R14, 205/40 R14 and 205/32 R14.
• R15 wheels on Priora are installed with tires: 175/60 ​​R15, 175/55 R15, 175/50 R15, 175/45 R15, 175/40 R15, 185/55 R15, 185/50 R15, 185/45 R15, 185/40 R15, 195/50 R15, 195/45 R15, 195/40 R15, 205/50 R15, 205/45 R15, 205/40 R15 and 205/32 R15.
• R16 wheels on Priora are equipped with tires: 175/50 R16, 175/45 R16, 175/40 R16, 185/50 R16, 185/45 R16, 185/40 R16, 195/45 R16, 195/40 R16, 205/40 R16 and 205/32 R16.
• R17 wheels among Lada Priora owners ; the following tires are allowed: 175/45 R17, 175/40 R17, 185/40 R17, 195/40 R17 and 205/32 R17.

It is important that the total diameter of the wheel is close to the factory value. To understand what tires and wheels can be installed on the Priora, we have compiled a compatibility table. The left one is for the minimum diameter (185/60 R14), and the right one is for the maximum diameter (185/65 R14):

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 the following disks on Priora:

• 175/70 R13 , 205/65 R13, 205/60 R13, 225/60 R13, 225/55 R13;
• 175/70 R14, 175/65 R14 , 185/65 R14 , 185/60 R14, 205/60 R14, 205/55 R14, 215/55 R14, 225/50 R14 ;
• 175/60 ​​R15, 175/55 R15, 185/55 R15, 195/55 R15, 195/50 R15, 215/50 R15, 215/45 R15, 225/45 R15;
• 175/55 R16, 175/50 R16, 185/50 R16, 185/45 R16, 195/50 R16, 195/45 R16, 205/45 R16, 215/45 R16, 215/40 R16;
• 175/40 R17, 185/45 R17, 185/40 R17, 205/40 R17;
• 175/40 R18.

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.

Cheap and cheerful: which summer tires are good and inexpensive?

The main requirement for tires for the warm season is the ability to withstand the phenomenon of aquaplaning, that is, quickly and effectively remove water from the contact patch. As a result, high-quality rubber will behave stably regardless of weather conditions. Even the most mediocre test of inexpensive summer tires shows that most products can meet modern requirements. Basic consumer characteristics are expressed by the following parameters:

• cost - depends on the profile design, manufacturer and rubber composition;
• directional stability - determined by the profile width, tread pattern and rubber chemical composition;
• efficiency of the acceleration and braking process;
• wear resistance;
• high-speed operating mode;
• cornering stability;
• tire weight.

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We suggest that you consider testing tires with size 185/60R14 and speed index T and H (190 and 210 km/h), since this sector is in demand among owners of all compact cars.

Nokian Hakka Green

For those who have not yet decided which summer car tires are good and inexpensive, it will be interesting to know that the Nokian Hakka Green model occupies the leading place. Since rubber is produced in Russia, it can be purchased for a very affordable price - 2,380 rubles. Testing has demonstrated:

• high wear resistance of rubber;
• relatively low noise level thanks to Silent Groove Design technology;
• confident car control on a wet road due to polished drainage tread grooves;
• reduction in fuel costs by 3%.

Good braking characteristics and a high level of directional stability of this model will provide confident control for fans of extreme driving.

Toyo Proxes CF2

Technical indicators are practically no different from the previous copy, but the price is slightly lower - from 2180 rubles. Rubber has:

• active polymer in rubber compound;
• wide tread grooves;
• optimized rigidity.

BFGoodrich Grip

An inexpensive tire for 2165 rubles, but with a Michelin pedigree. There is a good range of options available:

• self-locking lamination that maintains the structural rigidity of the tread blocks;
• the central rib with a continuous type structure controls the stability of the car;
• The tread blocks in the shoulder area are enlarged and guarantee good maneuverability.

Despite the fact that the rubber has a speed index T, it did not demonstrate any obvious failures in the test of inexpensive and high-quality summer tires. Therefore, BFGoodrich confidently enters the top ten.

Hankook Kinergy Eco

The Korean product for 2135 rubles showed pretty decent results, especially without getting ahead, in general it was a strong “average”. The manufacturer focuses on saving fuel by combining new materials and technologies:

• alternating inclination of tread blocks;
• the side sectors are enlarged and guarantee reliable contact with the road;
• A wide three-channel groove efficiently removes moisture.

Among the shortcomings, experts noted the questionable feasibility of technology based on a gear-type protector. If on dry asphalt its use is justified, but on a wet track the tire demonstrates average handling characteristics.

Yokohama Blue Earth

• fuel savings up to 10%;
• low noise level;
• the inner layer design reduces air leakage by up to 40%;
• low tire weight;
• five-step variation of tread blocks.

Field players

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Who participates in our tests? First of all, tires from leading manufacturers. This is the so-called Top Five, the top five: Michelin, Bridgestone, Goodyear, Continental and Pirelli. Another important player is the Finnish company Nokian Tires: the capacity of its plant in St. Petersburg will soon reach 18 million tires per year. In total, these six attackers sell the lion's share of all passenger tires on the Russian market.

The second line includes mid-price tires: BFGoodrich, Sava, Gislaved, Matador, Formula, as well as tires from fast-growing companies such as Yokohama, Hankook, Toyo and other Asian manufacturers.

In defense - budget tires, including domestic ones, for example Cordiant. We also carefully study the tires of young Chinese companies: they do not make a difference on the field, but sometimes we take them into our tests - what if a brilliant newcomer appears and beats everyone?

Main characteristics

Tests of R14 summer tires make it possible to compare the following characteristics of tires from different brands:

1. Hydroplaning. This term means a decrease in the adhesion of tires to the road surface, leading to a partial or complete loss of controllability of the car.
2. Braking. The distance that the car travels from the moment the braking system is reset to a complete stop is calculated.
3. Handling is the speed at which tires respond to steering commands.
4. Vehicle stability. The ability of tires to resist rollover or skidding of the vehicle is calculated.
5. Wear. This concept refers to the rate of abrasion of tires upon contact with the road surface while the vehicle is moving.
6. Economical. Fuel consumption is calculated; if the pressure inside the tires is distributed correctly, then the volume of fuel consumed by the car decreases.
7. Noisy. It affects driving comfort and depends on the noise emitted by the tires while the car is moving.
8. Rigidity. Summer tires should not be too soft.
9. High temperature resistance.

The highest quality P14 tires for the summer showed good results in most tests and took leading positions.

Decoding tire markings

On the side surface of the tire there is an identification marking containing information about:

• geometric parameters (disc mounting diameter, profile width and height);
• permissible load index, machine speed;
• maximum load value and pressure;
• model and manufacturer;
• tire type (with or without tube);
• compliance with ECE standard;
• direction of rotation or orientation (for tires with an asymmetric tread pattern);
• place of production (indicating the calendar week and year).

For example, the European designation 195/60R14С 84T indicates the following characteristics:

• 195 mm - treadmill width;
• 60 — height of the side part of the tire (in% of the tread width);
• R - contrary to popular belief, does not indicate the radius of the rim, but the type of tire (Radial - radial, specifying the direction of the cord threads, sometimes diagonal tires are found on the market);
• 14 — wheel rim diameter;
• C - the tire is intended for commercial use, not used on products for standard passenger cars or crossovers;
• 84 - load capacity indicator (determined from tables);
• T is the permissible speed index (as the letter approaches the end of the Latin alphabet, the maximum possible speed increases).

In addition to standard markings, special designations may be used. For example, on tires with a profile height increased to 80%, the percentage value is not indicated on the sidewall.

If the tire is produced for the American market, then the marking indicates the outer diameter of the wheel in inches, after which the tread width is indicated (in the same measurement system).

An example of a tire designation for the US or Canadian market is 35/12.5R15 113Q (rim size, speed and load capacity indices correspond to European ones).

First place

In the manufacture of this rubber, innovative technologies were used. This made it possible to reduce the weight of the product and noise while driving. Tires provide excellent vehicle handling. Advantages:

• high level of comfort, noise inside the car decreased by 1 dB;
• environmental friendliness, the product is completely recyclable;
• a special lamella system reduces the risk of aquaplaning;
• quick response to steering commands;
• reduction of fuel consumption;
• reduced rolling resistance.

Disadvantages: the smoothness of the ride is not the highest among the presented brands.

About the place to purchase quality goods

It is recommended to buy car tires in specialized shopping centers that provide a guarantee on the supplied products.

Many stores offer free wheel assembly or a discount on steel or alloy wheels when purchasing a set of tires.

By completing a transaction at a large retail outlet, the buyer reduces the risk of purchasing products that were stored in improper conditions and have lost their characteristics (for example, ultraviolet radiation or improper storage position negatively affects the strength of rubber).

Second place

The best tire option for summer, made by a Finnish company. Designed for passenger cars, the products are recommended for use in regions where the air temperature is no more than 35 0 C. Tires provide a high level of vehicle controllability. Advantages:

• stability when driving on wet road surfaces;
• vehicle maneuverability;
• tires practically do not heat up;
• increased resource;
• environmental friendliness;
• provide silent, comfortable driving;
• low fuel consumption.

Disadvantages: no significant disadvantages.

Test results of the tires reviewed

Car magazines annually test tires of different sizes intended for summer use. Testing is carried out at test sites that allow simulating changing road conditions.

To measure indicators, special equipment that has passed preliminary testing is used.

The experiments are carried out at air temperatures ranging from +20°...25°C; the tire carrier in the test in question is a Grant car with a 106-horsepower gasoline engine with a manual gearbox and an ABS system.

When checking tires with dimensions 185x60 R14, the following results were obtained:

1. The best tire is the Continental Premium Contact 5, which has shown reduced braking distances both on dry roads and on water-covered roads. The tires have improved traction on the highway, allowing you to increase speed when changing lanes.
2. The Russian-Finnish Nokian Hakka Green 2 was in the second stage, demonstrating good performance on dry and wet road surfaces. Additional advantages include reduced noise levels and reduced rolling resistance.
3. Another representative of the Nokian company took third position. The Nordman SX 2 summer tire is suitable for driving on wet roads, but when driving on dry asphalt there is a deterioration in handling (only when making sharp maneuvers, which should not be done under standard operating conditions).
4. The Dunlop Direzza DZ102 tire showed the best directional stability while simultaneously reducing the noise level in the vehicle interior. During the checks, unsatisfactory tire-road grip indicators were obtained, which do not allow driving the car in extreme mode.
5. The Cordiant Comfort 2 tire showed an average level of quality; the disadvantages included increased rolling resistance and unsuitability for making sharp maneuvers on dry or wet asphalt. Similar problems arose when testing Russian tires Sava Perfecta and Viatti Strada Asimmetrico V-130.
6. The last places were taken by tires from Chinese manufacturers (Landsail LS388, Sailun Atrezzo ECO and Achilles 122). The advantages of the tires include low fuel consumption when driving at speeds up to 60 km/h (corresponding to city driving) and good smoothness. When accelerating to 90 km/h, directional stability drops, there is a deterioration in controllability with a simultaneous increase in noise levels. With a sharp decrease in speed on a dry road surface, the braking distance is 6-9 m longer than that of the leaders in the rating.

Third place

Tires are made from a rubber mixture based on silicate and synthetic rubber. Thanks to this composition, excellent braking of the car on wet roads is ensured, and fuel consumption is significantly reduced. Advantages:

• resistance to damage and deformation;
• reduction of fuel consumption;
• driving comfort;
• tires absorb noise;
• provide vehicle controllability in difficult weather conditions;
• resistant to uneven wear;
• no aquaplaning effect.

Disadvantages: average rate of exchange rate stability among competitors.

Fourth place

These tires belong to the premium class, are developed using a thermoplastic rubber compound, and provide vehicle braking on wet road surfaces. The tires are suitable for driving within the city and on country roads. Advantages:

• reduction in rolling resistance;
• fast braking;
• reduction of fuel consumption;
• high level of comfort;
• slight noise.

Disadvantages: handling and directional stability on a dry surface are not the highest among the tested brands.

Sixth place

These tires are designed for a wide range of vehicles. They have a directional tread pattern. Suitable for driving around the city and country roads. Advantages:

• good directional stability of the machine;
• maneuverability of the vehicle when turning;
• no aquaplaning;
• reduction of fuel consumption;
• slight noise;
• good tire adhesion to the road surface.

Disadvantages: when driving on wet road surfaces, the handling and ride quality are average.

TOP 3 best winter tires R14

Despite the fact that this rating mainly describes summer tires, winter tires also deserve attention. Among the huge number of models, there are enough tires with standard size R14, so choosing tires for safe and comfortable driving on icy and snowy road surfaces will not be difficult.

Nokian Tires Nordman 7 175/65 R14 86T

Despite the fact that this tire model appeared on the market in 2022, it is still very popular among users.

Every detail of the tire is aimed at making driving as pleasant and safe as possible in harsh winter climatic conditions.

Since an innovative rubber compound was used for production, the tires are characterized by increased wear resistance and stable grip on icy and snowy road surfaces.

The tires also feature unique AirClaw technology, which reduces noise even when driving at high speeds..

In addition, this technology protects the rubber from wear, so the tires will maintain their performance characteristics for several seasons.

Specifications:

• tire profile width 175 mm;
• profile height 65 mm;
• load index up to 530 kg.

pros

• excellent handling on any type of road surface;
• high-quality braking on ice and snowy roads;
• hold the road well;
• durable spikes, resistant to wear;
• The improved rubber compound does not harden in the cold.

Minuses

• increased noise level;
• not all users like the quality of grip on icy roads.

Pirelli Ice Zero 175/65 R14 82T

This model of winter tires appeared on the market relatively recently, but almost immediately earned the trust of users thanks to its well-thought-out technical and operational characteristics..

The model is universal and is suitable for installation on any passenger and family cars. The unique tread pattern with numerous sipes, which provide excellent grip on the road surface, deserves special attention.

The increased number of longitudinal channels also improves the drainage properties of tires . Due to this, loose snow and water are effectively removed from the contact patch, maintaining control stability and increased resistance to aquaplaning.

Specifications:

• tire profile width 175 mm;
• profile height 65 mm;
• load index up to 475 kg.

pros

• very high cross-country ability on ice and loose snow;
• affordable cost;
• excellent quality rubber compound;
• good braking on ice;
• Optimal resistance to aquaplaning.

Minuses

• increased noise level when traveling on the highway;
• not very high lateral stability.

GOODYEAR Ultragrip 600 175/65 R14 86T

This tire model has absorbed all the advantages and technologies that have proven themselves in previous tire lines..

Thanks to this, the future owner receives truly high-quality and balanced tires at an affordable price.

The tires boast an optimized tread pattern that has been specially designed for comfortable and safe driving in harsh winter conditions..

There are special snow traps located in the shoulder area of ​​the tread, which provide optimal maneuverability and maneuverability even on loose snow. The tires are studded, so the future owner can be confident in high-quality braking and excellent grip even on icy road surfaces.

Specifications:

• tire profile width 175 mm;
• profile height 65 mm;
• load index up to 530 kg.

pros

• original tread design for all-terrain capability;
• high-strength hex studs;
• good control on any type of road surface;
• optimal directional stability;
• good combination of price and quality.

Minuses

• some users do not like the soft side;
• At the beginning of operation, analogues are noisier.

Seventh place

The tread pattern of the specified tires ensures good water drainage and reduces wheel abrasion when the vehicle passes obstacles of varying complexity. Advantages:

• no aquaplaning effect;
• improved handling on wet road surfaces;
• tires are almost silent;
• reduction of fuel consumption.

Disadvantages: tires show their best qualities when driving on a flat road surface; directional stability is low. The rubber is quite hard.

Rating of the best all-season tires for Lada Granta

Lada Granta is a car in the budget segment. Based on this, its owners select affordable all-season tires for it.

The best tire models for the Lada Granta presented in our review are the best fit for the well-known trade price/quality ratio.

Tigar ALL SEASON

Description of the tire. The model is a product of joint developments between French specialists Michelin and Russian VAZ.

The tires differ in the width of the central tread block with a symmetrical directional pattern.

This arrangement allows you to maintain the vehicle's directional stability at various speeds.

The slots on the shoulder areas keep the car on the track in turns, clinging to the road surface with its edges.

They also remove dirt, slush, and water from under the wheel. There are also lamellas located here that promote reliable grip between the wheel and the road.

The drainage system, which includes two central channels and diagonal grooves, quickly drains the contact surface of the tire and the road surface.

Pros of Tigar ALL SEASON

1. Confident movement on grass and clay.
2. Good tire balancing.
3. Reasonable price.
4. Comfortable driving on uneven roads.
5. Excellent stability, including when cornering.
6. Interesting drawing.
7. Despite the wide profile, it retains its shape.

Cons of Tigar ALL SEASON

1. At sub-zero temperatures it gets a little tan.

Ninth place

The tires have a block tread structure, which allows the wheels to respond quickly to steering commands. The tires have proven themselves well for driving on dirt roads, as well as on country roads. Advantages:

• high cross-country ability;
• average braking performance on various road surfaces;
• are a budget option;
• noise reduction.

• increased fuel consumption;
• the occurrence of aquaplaning effect when driving at high speeds on a wet road surface.

Eleventh place

These tires are designed with a special tread layer that ensures dynamic driving. The products are perfect for long trips. Advantages:

• average wheel reactions to steering commands;
• quiet ride;
• reduced fuel consumption;
• comfort;
• long service life;
• resistance to mechanical stress.

Disadvantages: difficulty driving the car when performing emergency maneuvers.

Twelfth place

The composition of these tires is environmentally friendly, consisting of self-renewing substances that do not harm nature and people. When driving on suburban roads, they allow you to minimize fuel consumption. Advantages:

• reduction in fuel consumption by 10%;
• driving comfort;
• improved grip when driving on wet road surfaces;
• almost silent.

• low directional stability;
• loss of control is possible during extreme maneuvering;
• low speed of reconstruction.

Fourteenth place

The tires have proven themselves to be excellent for driving on country roads with hard pavement. Tires create virtually no resistance while the car is moving and thus help reduce fuel consumption.

• normal directional stability;
• driving comfort;
• long operational period;
• resistance to aquaplaning.
• fuel economy.

• slow braking;
• insufficient vehicle control on dry and wet road surfaces when performing emergency maneuvers.

Brake already

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How do we measure braking distance? First of all, we limit the braking zone with cones. To obtain reliable results, it is important that all tires brake along the same path. We brake six to eight times on “technological” tires until the results begin to repeat (stabilize), thus clearing the braking lane.

Fifteenth place

The rubber mixture from which these tires are made includes a compound. It allows the tires not to heat up while the car is moving. The unique tread ensures traction between the wheels and the road surface.

• tires ensure the vehicle can move along the dirt road;
• low noise level;
• reduction of hydroplaning.

• the lowest braking and shift speed among competitors;
• slow reaction of rubber to steering commands;
• poor directional stability;
• too hard.

Tire storage conditions

Tires, like other significant items, require a special way of storage and use. Car tires that have completed their season should be stored at the same temperature and with a certain number of atmospheres inside.

Before removing tires for storage, it is worth making a mark that will let you know where each tire was located. Next, you should wash each wheel to avoid disc rotting. You also need to remove stones from the tread, after which it is advisable to treat the tires with a special chemical used for preservation.

During processing, you cannot use rubber color restoration agents or solvents; they will only harm the preservation. This process should be treated carefully in order to avoid premature aging of the tire. The use of plastic bags is everyone’s business; the main thing is not to tie the bag tightly so that condensation does not accumulate.

Tires on rims should be stored hanging or on top of each other; tires without rims should be placed vertically. If treated properly, tires will last you a long time and save your budget.

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