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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.
Tires for Niva 4x4 size R16
The choice of tires for R16 wheels is small; most often motorists choose sizes 185/75 R16, 175/80 R16 or 215/65 R16. Due to the paucity of choice, many SUV owners install wheels with a diameter of R15 on their Niva.
Products for Niva 4x4 R16
R15 wheels can be borrowed from Chevrolet Niva wheels, which fit without modifications. Thus, the choice of tires will increase significantly, and the car owner will be able to easily select the appropriate tires for certain operating conditions. A car with such wheels will look more stylish. In addition to standard tires for R15 wheels, you can install 205/75 R15 tires.
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
- summer tires for SUVs such as Niva, which have 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 environments. 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
Model Toyo Open Country H/T
has good traction and traction 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 the Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015
, which has a reinforced frame, sidewalls and tread, allowing you 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.
Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001 will provide excellent driving performance
, 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, ensuring 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.
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.
How to choose the right wheels and their size for a Niva 4x4 car
When selecting wheels for a VAZ 2121, 21214 Niva SUV, you must first decide on the purpose of their installation. Some drivers prefer to drive their car off-road, and some drive strictly in urban environments, and installing new rims for them is another item of sophistication and luxury, but not practicality.
Note!
Having chosen suitable wheels for the Niva 4x4, you should first study the main characteristics. For example, so that the wheels are reliable/practical and hold the road well.
Selecting wheel sizes for a Niva 4x4 car
Selecting tires for standard wheel sizes
If you are one of those who don’t need the extra headache of expensive car modifications, then using tires that fit standard sizes is what you need. The maximum tire size that will fit on a car without problems is 215/65 R16. But with a further increase in the profile, the rubber will rub against the wheel arches during sharp turns. In this case, even reducing the radial diameter will not help.
Summer tires
Model Toyo Proxes CF2 SUV
, has high traction and grip characteristics when driving on dry surfaces. Deep drainage rings ensure effective cleaning of the tire from water, which increases protection against aquaplaning and improves grip on wet surfaces, and the presence of longitudinal and diagonal sipes improves drainage properties and provides additional stability and controllability.
Thanks to L-shaped grooves, braking distances on wet roads are reduced. Due to the content of silicates and polymers in the rubber composition, high wear resistance and environmental friendliness are achieved. The cost of a tire starts at 3.8 thousand rubles. This model is also available for size 215/65 R16.
For 7-7.5 thousand rubles you can purchase high-quality tires from the German manufacturer Continental ContiVanContact-100
. The tires perform well in the city, as well as in conditions where there are no roads, thanks to their tread with wide and deep drainage channels of various shapes, which ensure quick self-cleaning of the tire from water and dirt.
The reinforced carcass and sidewalls of the tire increase its stability and protection from damage. And the innovative composition of the rubber mixture can significantly extend the service life and reduce noise levels, providing high driving comfort. .
Winter tires
The first representative of winter tires for standard Niva wheels will be Yokohama Geolandar IT-S G073
. This model has central blocks made of hard rubber, thanks to which reliable directional stability is maintained. The central rib ensures tire controllability on dry, snowy and icy surfaces, and due to the wide drainage channels, it removes moisture on wet surfaces.
A large number of small threaded sipes improves traction and braking performance on snowy and icy surfaces. The reinforced frame provides resistance to deformation and provides additional stability during movement, and the special rubber composition allows for high wear resistance, low noise levels and maintaining elasticity at low temperatures. The price is 4-4.5 thousand rubles.
Next model Gislaved Soft Frost 200 SUV
also boasts high cross-country ability in winter conditions. The outer tread rib, consisting of small blocks with sipes, provides the tire with reliable stability and controllability on dry, snowy and icy roads. The internal tread with grooved sipes has blocks of different directions that improve traction.
Wide drainage channels clean the tire from moisture and wet snow, improving traction when driving on wet surfaces, including slush. The rubber contains silicon and adaptive polymers, which maintain the elasticity of the tread as the temperature decreases and extend service life. Price - 5 thousand rubles.
Bridgestone ICE Cruiser 7000
— a high-quality tire with excellent traction and grip characteristics. Due to the tread with an innovative block shape, good grip and controllability is ensured while driving on dry roads, on snow and ice. A system of directional drainage channels almost instantly cleanses the tire of moisture, preventing the formation of a water wedge.
The tread blocks have studs that significantly increase traction and braking efficiency on icy surfaces. You can purchase the model for 5.5-6 thousand rubles.
Wonderful Michelin X ice North 3
will allow you to experience all the delights of driving a Niva in harsh winter conditions. The central rib improves handling and shortens braking distance. The special shape of the tread blocks provides reliable traction on dry and snowy surfaces, and thanks to the studs, on icy surfaces. Deep grooved zigzag sipes “cut” into the surface more strongly, improving traction and braking performance on both snowy and icy surfaces.
Due to the system of deep drainage channels and high tread, the tire quickly cleans itself from water and snow, resulting in improved grip on wet surfaces and patency in very deep snow. Also, with the use of a high tread, the performance characteristics of the tire are maintained longer. The innovative adaptive polymer included in the rubber allows it to maintain elasticity even at the most extremely low temperatures. Price - 6-6.5 thousand rubles.
All-season tires
Pirelli Scorpion ATR tires on our Niva.
, which have remarkable driving performance, both in urban and off-road conditions. The asymmetrical tread has deep channels and multi-directional sipes that effectively clear the tire of water and dirt, providing protection against aquaplaning and improving traction on wet surfaces.
Wide shoulder zones increase the surface of contact with the surface, improve the reliability of tire traction, and the side lugs prevent slipping when driving off-road. Thanks to the reinforced frame and sidewalls made of a thick layer of rubber, protection against deformation and various types of damage is increased. Cost - 4-4.5 thousand rubles.
The next tire representative for Niva is Toyo Open Country A/T plus
. The tread has hard blocks that “cling” well to a dry surface, and due to the presence of lamellas, the formation of a water wedge is eliminated. The central rib ensures high tire control and shortens braking distances, both in urban and off-road conditions.
Wide drainage channels quickly remove moisture and dirt, thereby improving hydroplaning protection and grip on wet surfaces. Due to the silicon content in the rubber, the tire is low noise and has a long service life. The model will cost 4-4.5 thousand rubles.
For off-road driving, Matador MP72 Izzarda A/T
, which has an aggressive, mud tread that provides high cross-country ability. Sipes and large channels between the tread blocks quickly clear the tire of water, snow and dirt, and the side lugs provide additional traction and eliminate the possibility of slipping. The tire carcass has been reinforced to increase the protection of the tire and give it additional stability while driving. Price - 5-5.5 thousand rubles.
Another formidable representative of mud tires for Niva, costing 9.5-10 thousand rubles, is the BFGoodrich All Terrain T/A KO2
. The tire has an aggressive tread with large blocks, allowing it to “bite” firmly into any surface. Very wide drainage channels contribute to effective self-cleaning of the tire, which significantly increases the cross-country ability and stability of the tire.
Large side lugs prevent the tire from getting stuck and slipping, and the reinforced frame and sidewalls protect it from deformation and damage. The rubber contains silicon, which reduces noise levels and increases wear resistance, and an adaptive polymer allows the rubber to adjust its properties to the ambient temperature.
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.
What tires are recommended for Niva 4x4
The question of what tires to put on a Niva 4x4 is a pressing issue among many motorists. For such purposes, special samples are selected. Their main condition is the width, which will be slightly more than half the width of the product. For example, for a structure with a width of 10 centimeters, a tire measuring 12.5 inches is suitable.
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Choosing tires for a Niva 4x4
Such criteria are selected taking into account the fact that when driving off-road, the air from the product will gradually be released, while increasing the width of the rubber on the sides. This impact is of great importance, as it increases the contact surface of the Niva 4x4 wheel and provides the vehicle with better traction.
Of course, nothing prevents you from installing off-road tires on narrower rims. But at the same time, the width of the rubber will decrease and the contact plane will also decrease. Although such a change also has its advantages. For example, when driving on a hard dirt surface, narrower tires on a Niva 4x4 will hold the road better due to the larger protrusion of the treads. But when driving through a swamp or other similar soil, it will go worse than a rim with wide tires.
Note!
To install rims with flattened tires, you must install additional fasteners in advance - beadlocks. They will hold the products during any maneuvers, braking and slipping. A cheaper fixing option is to put the tires on a sealant. But this method is very unreliable.
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.
