Standard alloy wheels for Kalina 2 15. What size wheels are on Lada Kalina: tires, wheels, bolt pattern. Characteristics of standard wheels of different configurations

Car owners know that VAZ recommends only three tire sizes for Kalina-2. Two of them are standard - we are talking about the standard size 185/55 R15 (used with “casting”) and 175/65 R14 (option for “casting” and for). All this is us, and here we are going to talk about what other standard sizes, not included in those recommended by the factory, are suitable and proven options. The review is based on publications by tuning authors.

• 175/65 R14
• 185/60 R14
• 185/55 R15

In the first and third cases we will get the same outer diameter, equal to 584 mm. It should be noted that the remaining option (185/60 R14) is not used regularly, although it is recommended. If we talk about choosing disks, their parameters should be as follows:

• PCD 4×98 (4 holes for fastenings with centers on a circle d=98 mm);
• Reach ET-35 for any standard size from the recommended ones;
• Rim width – 5, 5.5 or 6 inches (disc diameter can be 14 or 15 inches);
• DIA – 58.5 (bore diameter).

It is not forbidden to use even this combination: tires with a width of 175 mm and wheels with a rim width of 6 inches. Although, this option is not the most acceptable. It is clear that only 185/55 R15 tires can be installed on 15-inch wheels. It must be remembered that the use of tires and wheels whose size is not included in the list of recommendations may lead to the loss of the vehicle warranty. However, here we will list exactly those options that are suitable, but not recommended for use by AvtoVAZ. Let's start with the boldest.

17" casting machine

See what the Kalina-2 hatchback might look like on 17-inch wheels:

Kalina-2 on 17-inch casting, with and without lowering

There are two tuning options presented here, with and without lowering, and in both cases the wheels used are: 7Jx17 ET-38. Tires – 205/40 R17. According to the author of the first method, there are no problems as a result. That is, the wheels do not cling to the body anywhere even when the car is loaded. The only thing is that when you turn the steering wheel all the way, one of the wheels still slightly touches the metal, but this can be neglected.

You need to take into account the following: if you simply take and install wheels with 205/40 R17 tires, the seating position of the Kalina-2 hatchback or station wagon will increase to 175 mm (the standard value is 160 mm). In general, the next step should be to do it correctly. Author's version: the front suspension uses struts and springs shortened by 90 mm, the rear suspension is also equipped with shortened shock absorbers and springs (-90 mm). You don’t have to lower anything, but simply install new wheels, and this tuning method has been tested by owners in reality. But it is unlikely that a car with a seat height increased to 175 mm has better handling than the factory version. We will leave the choice to the owner.

Advantages and types of mud tires for Niva

Mud tires for Niva come in the following variants:

• A/T tires are universal rubber designed for movement on both asphalt surfaces and various light off-road options. Tires of this type have a moderately aggressive tread pattern and protected sidewalls. Tires are suitable for asphalt, dirt roads, sand, stone, snow. They get stuck in deep ruts and clay. This is an ideal option for drivers who mostly drive on city roads and occasionally go off-road.
• M/T tires are a more classic version of mud tires. They have a tractor-type tread and fairly powerful side lugs. These tires are much more difficult to clog with dirt than regular ones and tend to self-clean when driving. They are much harder than All Terrain tires and perform poorly on asphalt and highways (they wear out quickly), as well as on ice. These tires are perfect for off-road driving, mud, rough roads, and solid snow.
• Extreme tires. This includes tires for tractors and special equipment. They have a diagonal cord design, their tread pattern is quite thin and quite large. Tires have a center track. The size range of the vast majority of these tire models starts from 29-31 inches. Some Niva owners install tires up to 31 inches in size, first changing a number of car structures, for example, filing the wheel arches. In addition to mud, these tires also work well on rocks and clay; they can also be used on asphalt.

How to choose the best wheels with a diameter of 16 inches

Let's calculate what the outer diameter of tires of the following standard size is: 195/45 R16. The resulting value is 582 mm. Which is 2 mm less than the outer diameter of the tires installed by AvtoVAZ itself. And the rim of an alloy wheel with an increased diameter should not be narrower than 7 inches (7Jx16 wheels are needed). It’s interesting that Kalina-2 Sport uses 195/50 R16 tires, but we are going to install lower-profile tires.

Various Kalina-2 hatchbacks with 16-inch wheels

Now, let's talk about the meaning of departure. It is clear that it should be from the range ET-35 - ET-38. When using a larger value, we eliminate the possibility of rubber “catching” metal, but we add load to the chassis. In general, wheels with an offset of ET-38 can be installed if the warranty is not needed.

The value recommended by AvtoVAZ, ET-35, is suitable: many owners of VAZ cars purchase 7Jx16 ET-35 wheels, if we talk specifically about 16 inches. On such wheels they mount tires 205 mm wide and 92 mm high, and somehow the whole thing rides. Our conclusions:

• 205/45 R16 – not recommended, but viable;
• 195/45 R16 is quite suitable.

Note that the conclusions refer to the option of using disks of the following standard size: 7Jx16 ET-35.

In conclusion, just in case, we will list which discs are installed on the Kalina-2 from the factory. If we are talking about casting and a diameter of 15 inches, the width of the rim can only be 6 inches (no less). Another option used is 5.5Jx14. This information must be taken into account when choosing - you cannot buy narrow alloy wheels with a large diameter.

The mounting holes for some disks are located on a circle with a diameter of 100 mm. We need 98 mm, but we won’t be able to distinguish one from the other by eye. Therefore, when making a choice, be careful. It is unnecessary to remind you that installing disks with an incorrectly selected PCD parameter value is prohibited. Happy tuning!

Lada Kalina Sport II 2022 1.6i 114

Generation: II Engine: VAZ-21126, I4, Gasoline Power: 114 hp
(84 kW)Options: Sport, Light, Drive Active, Luxe Wheel rim bolt pattern parameters

What wheel sizes does the manufacturer recommend to install?

The Lada Kalina Sport II 2022 1.6i 114 car is equipped with 6.5Jx16 ET33 rims assembled with 195/50 R16 88V tires as standard. Where:

• 6.5J - rim width in inches;
• 16″ — tire diameter in inches;
• ET33 - disc offset in millimeters.

The vehicle tire marking 195/50 R16 is deciphered as follows:

• 195 — profile width (cross section of the tire) in millimeters;
• 50 - profile height as a percentage of its width;
• R - radial cord winding;
• 16 is the tire diameter in inches.

In addition, information about its load capacity and speed parameters can be printed on the rubber - load index and speed index. The load index is a two- or three-digit number; the speed index is indicated in Latin letters, for example 88V:

• 88 - maximum permissible tire load 560 kg;
• V - maximum permissible vehicle speed is 240 km/h.

Using the recommended tire sizes will help you avoid problems with handling, safety and other difficulties. What non-standard sizes can be supplied? Refer to the table; it indicates possible acceptable alternative sizes for tuning. Although there are other options that we have not described in the table. For example, wider discs of the same diameter. Or install wheels of the same width, but with a larger diameter, which is quite popular among car owners. The choice of discs is huge; you can find copies with the same parameters, but with an overhang 1-2 millimeters more or less. It is not possible to list all the options.

At the same time, the bolt pattern for all types of wheels is the same - 4x98. Thus, all disks are mounted on four bolts and the distance between them is exactly ninety-eight millimeters. The diameter of the car's hub is 58.6 mm.

Standard tire pressure is 2 MPa.

Characteristics of standard wheels of different configurations

The first generation Kalina models are equipped with 14 and 13 inch products. The light-alloy version was released with a diameter of R14. With this reduced tire profile, it is also possible to install R15 (this was done in the sports version).

For all modifications of the sedan, hatchback, station wagon, and sport models of the first generation, released in 2004–2013, the following dimensions were used:

• 5J wheels on 13 ET40, matching tires - 175/70R13;
• 5.5J on 14 ET37 - 175/65R14;
• 6J on 14 ET37 - 185/60R14;
• 6.5J on 15 ET35 - 195/50R15;
• 6.5J on 16 ET45 - 195/45R16.

All modifications of cars (hatchback, station wagon, cross, sports of the second generation (since 2014) were equipped with the following types of wheels and tires:

• 5.5J on 14 ET35, tires - 175/65R14;
• 6J on 14 ET35 - 185/60R14;
• 6J on 15 ET35 - 185/55R15;
• 6.5J on 15 ET35 - 195/50R15;
• 6.5J on 16 ET35 - 195/45R16.

The “norm” and “standard” packages of the second generation do not have factory alloy wheels. In the luxury package, the buyer can choose cast R14 and R15.

What disks can I replace the factory ones with?

When purchasing products other than those offered by the manufacturer, the radius of the wheel should be taken into account; it should not differ much from the standard one. It is necessary to take into account the year of manufacture of the car and its equipment. The wheel parameters are absolutely independent of the body shape: whether it is a sedan, hatchback or station wagon.

When selecting disks for Kalina, you need to know the number of mounting holes and the diameter of the circle for their placement (drilling, LZ*PCD) - 4*98. The diameter of the main hole should correspond to the vehicle hub diameter (DIA) - 58.6. The offset values ​​(ET) must be selected as recommended by the car manufacturer. Thus, for the first generation models 1117, 1118, 1119, wheels from R13 to R16 inches are suitable; width 5–6.5; ET 25–38; DIA 58.6; LZ*PCD 4*98. For the second generation 2192 and 2194, the following parameters are suitable: R from 14 to 16; width from 5.5 to 6.5; ET from 25 to 35; DIA and LZ*PCD - similar.

Properly selected wheels for a Kalina car mean road safety, reduced fuel consumption, and extended transmission life.

Matte black car designs R16

Among the wide range, you can supply designs for the R16 car in various shades and surface treatments: black, gray, silver, matte and glossy with various combinations of all of the above properties. This allows you to select components for any need. Black alloy wheels will last for many years, while remaining undamaged by rust or other natural factors. Matte black wheels look perfect on sports cars, such as BMW.

Black graphite wheels are the optimal solution for those who choose originality. This shade is quite rare, which means graphite wheels will emphasize the good taste of the car owner.

The main feature of such wheels is the “play of color”. Depending on whether it’s a sunny or cloudy day, graphite structures will look different: shimmer like mother-of-pearl or look discreet and elegant.

An additional layer of glossy or matte varnish will not only preserve high-quality paint on structures in any weather, but will also give the graphite color a special richness and volume.

Steel or light alloy: which is better and why

Based on the manufacturing method, models are divided into two types. Steel ones (also called stampings) are distinguished by the fact that during production all parts are welded. This is a simple technology, so their price is low. The positive aspects of this option: discs are easily restored even with deep deformations, they are highly reliable, durable, and repairs are simple and inexpensive. Negative aspects: difficulties with auto-balancing, increased weight, uniform appearance (it is possible to modify it with caps or paint), low corrosion resistance.

Light alloy products are modern and more popular; they include aluminum and magnesium alloys. According to the production method, they are divided into cast, forged, combined, and titanium.

When choosing cast specimens, you should pay attention to the metal that is part of the alloy: magnesium - lighter in weight, but with reduced strength; aluminum - less susceptible to cracking. So which products are most suitable for Lada Kalina ?

Every driver strives for maximum safety on the road. When choosing wheels, you should analyze the condition of the surfaces on which the car will be driven and your driving style.

The advantages of steel wheels are their attractive cost. In addition, there is the possibility of restoration after deformation. When impacted, they do not split, but are crushed; suspension and steering parts are minimally damaged.

Alloy wheels for Kalina have such advantages.

1. Wide range of different models. Additionally, there is the possibility of painting.
2. Low weight increases the dynamic parameters of the suspension, which improves driving safety.
3. Better performance of heat removal from brake units.

In Europe, alloy wheels are more popular. In the Russian market, due to the quality of roads, most drivers choose steel or forged ones.

Lada Kalina owners often wonder what kind of wheels and tires are suitable for this car? In this case, the manufacturer provided an answer to this question and compiled a list of possible options for installing different wheel and tire options on Kalina. But the bolt pattern also plays a big role.

According to the manufacturer's data, three tire sizes can be installed on the Lada Kalina. It depends on the year of manufacture of the car. So, let's look at what options exist for installing tires on the Lada Kalina:

1. The most common size option is 175/70R13
   . This is the standard size of “Zhiguli” tires, which takes its history back to the “Classics”.
2. The second most popular size on a VAZ, but the most common on Lada Kalina is 175/65R14
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3. The third standard tire size option is 185/65R15.

Standard version of wheels for Lada Kalina in LUX configuration: 6.0×15 4*98 ET 35 dia58.6

All other tire size options are non-standard and are not recommended for installation on the Lada Kalina.

Visual table of tire applicability for Kalina

Visual table for selecting tire sizes for Lada Kalina

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.

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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Disk size

There are two options for installing disks on the Lada Kalina according to the technical documentation:

• 5.5x14
  Wheel rim 5.5*14*98
• 6.5x15
  Standard rim R15

  Appearance on 15th wheels

To install other discs, you will have to replace some suspension and control parts.

Bolt pattern and possible options

Bolt pattern is the fastening of the wheel to the hub using bolts or special studs. Simply put, this is the size of a car's "shoe."

Wheel rim for Kalina with bolt pattern 4*98

For all generations of Lada Kalina, the bolt pattern is standard 4x98, although there were experiments when some cars came off the assembly line with a non-standard parameter - 4x100.

Other types

Fashion has had an impressive influence on car wheels, and in stores you can find a wide range of different types and models. Long gone are the days when this part was considered just a standard spare part for a car. Today it is an important component of tuning any vehicle.

That is why modern manufacturers are ready to please car owners with a huge variety of these elements - forged, chrome-plated, branded, made of durable steel, with a matte finish, polished, and the like. Such diversity can make even an experienced specialist’s head spin.

Today, when cars can move at breakneck speeds, there is a strict requirement for the wheel base - strength. Taking this into account, in industrial conditions these elements are made stamped, cast and forged. If you wish, you can simply paint the metal base or purchase special inserts and overlays. Recently, there have been plenty of such attributes on sale; the main thing is to choose the appropriate color palette to match the tone of the car.