Wheels and tires - the parameters of these components must be known to every owner of Lada X Rey in order to easily change a worn-out kit. In addition, it is the wheels that are the first to be replaced if the owner Russian hatchback decides to do tuning and improve his car. So this aspect is one of the most important.
Without knowing the characteristics of their wheels, the owner of X Ray now just nowhere.
Background
As you know, August 2015 was marked by the presentation of the second concept car Lada X Rey. It was then that the discussion about the future wheels flared up. It must be admitted that the 15-inch wheels installed on the concept did not "look" at all on the car - they literally "drowned" in the large wheel arches, which affected the proportionality of the entire car.
15-inch wheels on the Lada X Rey did not look at all.
The debate was serious. AvtoVAZ representatives tried to prove the need to install small wheels. They argued that Lada XRAY was originally designed as a front-sided urban SUV, and not an SUV with a 4x4 scheme. Consequently, its main “field of activity” is a city, where it is precisely small cars that are in the most advantageous position. And the 15-inch wheels guaranteed X Ray an acceptable turning radius, excellent grip and throttle response. In addition, the price aspect was not the least, because the car was developed with an eye to the buyer with an average income, accordingly, serious fluctuations in cost could not be allowed.
As a result, AvtoVAZ agreed with consumers and supplied 16-inch wheels to the X-Ray.
But after the start of sales, all doubts disappeared - AvtoVAZ listened to potential buyers and equipped the car with 16-inch wheels. In addition, Oleg Grunenkov promised that the upcoming all-wheel drive version of the car will immediately receive 17 discs.
With 17-inch disks, the Lada will look impressive!
Parameters of factory wheels and tires Lada XRAY
The standard characteristics of tires and wheels are indicated in the operating manual - these are options 195/65 R15 (91, H) or 205/55 R16 (91, H / V).
A table from the X Ray manual with the permissible characteristics of tires and disks.
In addition, AvtoVAZ abandoned the practice of equipping basic versions of cars with stamped disks. X Ray was originally equipped with casting, and the marketing specialists of the Russian concern definitely guessed with the design - 5-spoke wheels look very good.
Design wheel rims definitely can be recorded in the asset X Ray!
In terms of tires, it was initially planned to supply tires by Michelin. However, they preferred to abandon the partnership with this brand, having concluded a contract with OJSC Belshina, which has been cooperating with AvtoVAZ for a long time. According to the signed agreement, this company undertakes to supply 100,000 tires to AvtoVAZ.
Michelin - it was decided to abandon cooperation with this company in favor of Belshina OJSC.
Options for replacing disks and tires on Lada Iks Rey
If you are a fan of tuning and are determined to change the appearance of the car, then, for sure, it all starts with the wheels. Although AvtoVAZ met its customers halfway by installing 16-inch wheels, many do not think they are entirely appropriate. But before purchasing new ones, you should familiarize yourself with a number of nuances.
When choosing new wheels, 4 main factors must be taken into account:
- Departure of the rim - ET;
- wheel diameter (full);
- rim width;
- bolt pattern of hubs.
The choice of discs is limited by the width of the rim. Nevertheless, for Lada X Rey, it is permissible to buy wheels with an indicator from 13 to 20 inches. The table below shows all possible options:
13-14 inches.
15-16-inches.
17-20 inches.
Regarding tires, it is worth remembering that the wheel diameter (full) should not differ significantly from that provided by AvtoVAZ, otherwise there will be a significant error in speed, and the likelihood that the tires will rub against the wheel arch liners in turns is quite high. As it was calculated, the following tires can be installed on Lada XRAY (depending on the diameter of the wheels):
- R15 - 175/70, 185/70, 195/65, 205/60, 215/60, 225/55;
- R16 - 175/65, 205/55, 225/50;
- R17 - 185/55, 195/50, 205/50, 225/45;
- R18 - 175/50, 195/45, 215/40, 225/40;
- R19 - 175/45, 185/40, 195/40.
Influence of tire parameters on driving in Lada X Rey
Changing wheels and tires will undoubtedly affect handling and ride comfort. So, low-profile "rubber" makes the car sharper, but more diligently conveys road irregularities to the hatchback. Excessively wide tires will negatively affect the quality of control, will be more sensitive to the track, etc.
On low-profile tires, the Lada will handle sharper, but ride comfort will suffer.
This plate will help to understand the intricacies of the situation:
Indications of the consequences of replacing wheels with Lada Iks Rey.
All owners need to know the parameters of wheels and tires. Lada car Xray in order not to face the negative consequences of replacing factory wheels. There are several reasons why wheels are replaced: seasonality, wear of old tires, or the driver's desire to change appearance car. Experienced car enthusiasts know that if they want to change the appearance of the car, the driver will most likely think about replacing the discs and wheel diameters. But in order for the replacement to have a positive effect on technical characteristics vehicle, you need to study the recommendations on this issue.
Lada Xray; Year of release 01.01.2016 | |||
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R15 | |||
Tires | Discs | ||
Original | 195 / 65R15 | Original | 6x15 4 * 100 d60-60.1 ET40 |
Replacement | 6-7x15 4 * 100 d60-100 ET20-41 | ||
R16 | |||
Original | 205 / 55R16 | Original | 6x16 4 * 100 d60-60.1 ET41 |
Replacement | 6-8x16 4 * 100 d60-100 ET20-41 | ||
R17 | |||
Original | 205 / 50R17 |
According to the table, the dimensions of the Lada Iks Rey tires are in the following intervals: wheel width is from 195 to 205 mm, profile, i.e. width-to-height ratio, from 50 to 65%, and tire diameters from 15 to 17 inches.
What kind of rubber is suitable for Lada Xray in the winter season?
Buying a quality, suitable winter tires- an important question for the Lada X Rey car, tk. tires of the necessary softness, tread pattern will provide safety, which is endangered in winter ice.
The tire market is full of models from both budget brands and premium tires from well-known brands. In the choice of tires, the world name is important, testifying to the long-term quality and many followers. But you need to understand that it is also important that the tires you buy fully comply with the required characteristics.
The table shows the possible options for winter tires for this vehicle.
Winter tires Lada Xray |
Kama 505 IRBISNokian WR D4Nokian Hakkaptliitta 8Hankook Winter I * CEPT EVOBridgestoe Blizzak VRXGoodyear ultragrip performance |
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What tires are suitable for Lada Xray in the summer?
If you want a replacement summer tires on the Lada Iks Rey car, various variations of both tire diameter and wheel design are possible. Installation of low-profile wheels is possible. This will give the car a more modern, dynamic and aggressive look, taking away the comfort of the driver while driving. Unfortunately, thin, wide tires with great agility convey all the imperfections of the road surface. One of the first to feel this is the suspension of the car, the wear of which will increase.
The table shows the possible options for summer tires.
Summer tires Lada Iks Rey | Pirelli cinturato P7 91V Maxxis HP5 Premitra5 91V Kama Euro-129 91V Laufenn S-Fit EQ (LK01) 93W Goodyear Efficientgrip 93H Continental PremiumContact 6 89V (FR) Bridgestone Potenza Adrenalin RE003 93W (XL) |
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Lada, depending on the configuration, comes with different wheel rims: stamped diameters 15 and 16 inches and alloy wheels diameter 16 inches. From the manufacturing plant, information was received about the release of this car with 17-diameter disks, but so far this has not happened.
The bolt pattern of the Lada X Ray wheels is similar to Renault Logan and has the following meanings: four mounting holes, which are located on a circle with a diameter of 100 mm.
Recommended pressure for the wheels of the Lada X Rey with partial (no more than three people, taking into account the absence of cargo in the trunk of the car) and full load (three or more people in the cabin and more than 50 kg of cargo in luggage compartment) for front wheels 2.2 bar, for rear wheels 2.0 bar.
What is the effect of tire and rim size on vehicle performance?
Consider the impact in the table below:
Buying winter tires for Lada Iks Rey is one of the most important points during the operation of the car, since the right choice will ensure safety and controllability.
- Non-studded;
- Studded;
- Frictional for mild winter.
Non studded rubber
Such tires perform well in regions where heavy snowfalls are common in winter. The tread depth and soft mixture (in comparison with studs) guarantee more confident movement on asphalt (dry or wet) and snow cover. The advantage of the non-studded type is that they remain soft in severe frost, and they also crush snow better. However, driving on an icy surface is much more nervous - handling is worse, and the stopping distance is longer (although not always).
Studded tires.
Studded tires
This type manifests itself best of all during the ride on the X-Ray on the packed snow and icy road. However, such conditions are typical for most regions of the Russian Federation. And drivers with little experience will feel much more confident.
However, buying studded tires for the Lada X Rey can be fraught with risks. Few people know that studded tires reveal their qualities when driving on an icy road, only when the air temperature is not lower than -20 ° C. When the frost is stronger, the ice becomes so strong that the spikes simply do not break through it and the braking distance is even longer than that of a Lada “shod” in studless rubber. In addition, the background noise at speeds over 110 km / h becomes too intrusive. Often the spikes fly out of the seats, which is aggravated by the centrifugal force at high speed - the spikes can not only pierce the wheel arch liners, but also damage other cars.
An example of a studded tire.
Frictional for mild winter (Velcro rubber)
Similar winter tires for Lada Iks Rey, they are relevant in the southern regions, where there are weak frosts and thaws. This means that the main elements of X Ray are puddles and sleet (including snow slurry, which is formed when the road is watered with reagents that melt ice and snow). In this case, the primary task of the tires is to resist aquaplaning, which is the focus of both the rubber compound and the Velcro tread pattern. On dry and wet asphalt winter velcro tires show themselves with better side, but if the temperature drops below -15 ° C, they just "dubbed". And in general, the ice crust and rolled snow sharply reduce the effectiveness of such rubber.
Friction winter tires for X Ray.
Tread
It is also worth paying attention to. Most often, X-Ray owners choose tires with one of 3 types of pattern:
- Directed;
- Classical;
- Asymmetric.
Directed
Probably the most common type. Tires with this pattern resist aquaplaning well, and the clearing of the snow from the tread is at a height. But during installation, you must be careful not to confuse the direction.
Hi directional protector.
Classical
Typically, these winter tires are bought as a budget option or supplied as standard. However, most car owners change them right away.
Asymmetric
The popularity of winter tires for Lada X Rey with such a tread is also great. It is less well cleared of snow and removes water, because only internal blocks work for this. On the other hand, the hatchback handles corners better, due to the rigid and large outer blocks. Such tires are most relevant in mountainous areas, where you often have to drive along serpentines, as well as in cities with curved and narrow streets.
Sometimes winter tires with a deep tread are chosen for Lada, but it is relevant only for driving off the road. However, X Ray is still not a crossover, so the need for such tires for him is questionable. The situation will change slightly only after the release of the Cross version. On the asphalt with such tires, the noise in the cabin and mediocre handling are ensured.
Asymmetrical tread pattern.
Rating of winter tires for Lada X Rey
AvtoVAZ installs 2 types of tires on its hatchback:
- 195/65 R15;
- 205/55 R16.
It is worth focusing on them.
Dimension 195/65 R15. Top 5 winter tires
Kama 505 Irbis
This is one of the cheapest options on the market, presented back in 2006. Studded tires Kama Irbis guarantee good handling on an icy road due to steel studs made according to Finnish technology. The V-shaped tread pattern also improves handling on ice. In general, the tire tread is focused primarily on city driving.
Quick water removal from the contact patch is ensured by curved grooves (diagonal) and dividing blocks. Also, blocks with sharp edges allow you to confidently accelerate and brake on packed snow.
Price - 2550 rubles.
Kama 505 Irbis.
Nexen Winguard WinSpike
These tires were introduced in 2011 and, compared with previous models, have been modified and improved. Through the use of computer simulations, the company's employees have developed the optimal design of the V-shaped projector, which guarantees excellent grip on slippery roads.
12 rows of studs provide a safe ride. The tires self-cleaning well from the snow mass due to the increased spacing between the tread blocks. And the zigzag ribs guarantee the directional stability of the Lada X Rey both in turns and on a straight line.
Price - 3000 rubles.
Nexen Winguard WinSpike.
Gislaved nord frost
These tires are characterized by average stiffness, which is considered optimal in urban conditions. Winter tires Gislaved Nord frost released in 2013, replacing Nord Frost 5 on the market. They have a directional symmetrical tread, together with a high-quality compound that retains elasticity even in severe frost.
Good handling results from the use of the TriStar CD studs. 3-point star configuration, 8mm base diameter, 11mm height, aluminum base, solid insert and large cleat size guarantee a quality grip.
Price - 3970 rubles.
Gislaved Nord Frost.
Nokian WR D4
This is already an example of studless winter tires for Lada X Rey. Excellent performance is achieved through the use of a herringbone projector. The directional symmetrical tread pattern with a mass of blocks guarantees good flotation, especially in loose snow, and also shortens the braking distance.
Snow is captured by rows of blocks of complex shape with an abundance of zigzag lamellas. Under load conditions, these sipes open directly at the contact area, improving traction. This also assumes good grip on icy roads and dry asphalt.
Price - 4 600 rubles.
Nokian Hakkapeliitta 8
Compared to Nokian Hakkapeliitta 7, the 8-series has a slightly changed tread pattern. The presence of 8 checkers gave the developers the opportunity to stud the tires widely, placing the studs evenly, and the application of modeling made it possible to determine the optimal position for each stud.
The number of grooves has increased, and they themselves have become somewhat deeper. This, coupled with the open-type shoulder zones, improved self-cleaning from snow, and increased rigidity by combining checkers. Studding is made in accordance with the Eco Stud 8 concept, which implies the use of hexagonal (anchor) studs with a softening complex.
Price - 5170 rubles.
Nokian Hakkapeliitta 8.
Dimension 205/55 R16. Top 5 winter tires
Altenzo Sports Tempest
Such winter tires for Lada Iks Rey are distinguished by a high symmetrical tread and high-quality studding. Tractive effort is enhanced by the V-shaped directional pattern. In addition, it shortens the braking distance and has a beneficial effect on acceleration. Studs increase stability and make driving on icy roads predictable.
The shoulder blocks are angled 90 ° to the direction of travel and have sharp edges. The effect of the spikes is enhanced by the presence of self-locking lamellas, and water drainage is guaranteed by longitudinal and transverse grooves.
Price - 3250 rubles.
Altenzo Sports Tempest.
Nitto Therma Spike
Nitto tires were developed with an orientation to severe frosts and snowfalls, so they have excellent grip on rolled snow and icy surfaces. Tires are not afraid of deformations and loads, since they have a rigid frame. Studding allows you to place a maximum of studs in the contact area with the road, and the presence of a 2-layer tread prevents stud loss.
Zigzag lamellas are fixed in contact with the surface, improving traction. The drainage of snow and water is guaranteed by diagonal drainage channels between the blocks.
Price - 4500 rubles.
Nitto Therma Spike.
Hankook Winter I * Cept Evo
Hancock winter tires for Lada X Rey will satisfy drivers with different driving styles. The inner tread pattern is optimized for driving on snowy roads, while the outer tread pattern is optimized for driving on dry roads. Due to the presence of 2 pairs of drainage grooves, aquaplaning is suppressed. And the three-dimensional sipes with a wave-like configuration guarantee grip on the road. The innovative rubber compound remains soft even in extreme cold.
Price - 5850 rubles.
Hankook Winter I * Cept Evo.
Bridgestone Blizzak VRX
Bridgestone Blizzak are non-studded tires with increased abrasion resistance. The swept asymmetric tread pattern provides X Ray with good handling. Longitudinal ribs are located in the central section, which has a beneficial effect on directional stability.
Slip is suppressed due to the wide grooves - both diagonal and longitudinal. The rubber compound of the new generation Multi-cell Compound, which includes silica, silica and polymer-based compounds, allows the tires to operate for 3-4 seasons.
Price - 5990 rubles.
Bridgestone Blizzak VRX.
Goodyear ultragrip performance
The peculiarity of this model of winter tires lies in the unique Runflat technology - the side parts of the tire are reinforced with additional layers of rubber with a heat-resistant cord. Even if the wheel is completely flat, it allows you to go further, but the speed should not exceed 80 km / h. In this rhythm, you can drive at least another 80 km, which is very important if the wheel is punctured far from the city.
The lack of spikes does not affect efficiency in any way. The road grip is excellent in all conditions, as the Adaptive SipeGrip technology is used (2 types of sipes).
Price - 7250 rubles.
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance.
The most controversial issue between the management of AvtoVAZ and fans of the compact crossover LADA XRay- which tire size is most suitable for new car? Until the very beginning of sales, which began on February 14, 2016, no one could provide accurate data with certainty.
In August 2015, MIAS visitors were presented in the second version of the high hatchback concept with a five-door body. Most of the complaints were caused by the wheels that were installed on the Lada X Rey concept. Fifteen inches clearly did not fit into the overall picture of the body. The discs did not look in large arches and produced a somewhat disproportionate look.
Increase in diameter up to 16 '' for factory set
Manufacturers have tried in every possible way to prove the advantages of small-sized wheels. The high hatchback Lada X Ray was not designed as an SUV with four-wheel drive... Its main purpose is driving in city conditions, where small-sized, maneuverable cars have special advantages. For the same reason, the car was developed according to the 4X2 single-drive scheme, where the front wheels became the leading ones. 15 inches provided good road holding, tight turning radius and good responsiveness, which is important for an urban environment. There was also pressure on pricing policy run by AvtoVAZ. The car is designed for the middle strata of the population, and any changes can significantly affect its price. And this could not have been allowed.
But the drivers had a different opinion. A crossover, even a compact one, has to have large wheels. Besides satisfying design, they give confidence when driving over rough terrain. Snow drifts and muddy mud are also not uncommon for urban roads in Russia. What's more, on the highway, wheels with a large radius allow for increased top speed.
All questions have disappeared with the first day of official sales of the high hatchback LADA XRAY. February 14, 2016 dealerships presented compact crossovers with wheels 205/55 R16 91H / V. Some buyers breathed a sigh of relief, while others weren't enough. This time the management of JSC AVTOVAZ was fully armed. XRay project director Oleg Grunenkov assured that seventeen-inch disks are supposed to be installed on future X-Ray models. It was about the Lada X Ray Cross 4 × 4 car, which will be released by the end of 2016. In addition, it was said that this car will be all-wheel drive.
Initially, it was assumed that the crossovers will have tires from Michelin, but later a contract was signed with the well-known, trusted AvtoVAZ partner OJSC “Belshina”. Under the agreement, the Belarusian company was obliged to provide 100 thousand high-quality tires.
What disks are better for Lada X Rey
To accurately determine the size of the wheels for the Xray, you should consider certain nuances that affect the characteristics of the car.
Vehicle stability
One of the main safety factors for a vehicle on the road is its stability, which depends on the vehicle's wheelbase and track width. For the high hatchback Lada X Rey, the designers have selected the optimal ratio of these parameters:
- Wheelbase - 2592 mm;
- Front track width - 1492 mm;
- Rear track width - 1532 mm.
Clearance
Another important indicator that is responsible for keeping the car on the road is ground clearance. Road skylight LADA XRay is 195 mm. According to this parameter, it is ahead of many similar cars in its class. This improves flotation, but on the other hand, a higher seating position increases the possibility of rollover.
Dimensions (edit)
The dimensions of the car are added to the overall stability box. For Lada Iks Rey, they are as follows: 4165, 1764 and 1570 mm (length, width and height). By changing the wheel diameter of the machine, you can achieve more ground clearance... The size and profile of the tires will also change. The dimensions of the disc affect the following vehicle performance:
- Dynamics;
- Braking distances;
- Fuel consumption;
- The total weight of the vehicle.
The noise of the car can also depend on the tires.
Change in speed and fuel consumption, depending on the size of the discs
All these indicators have slight deviations. For comparison, we can say that increasing the wheel will slightly increase the speedometer readings at high speeds, but at the same time, gaining hundreds of kilometers per hour will decrease by almost 2% when moving from 15 inches to 16. The braking distance will be about the same.
Sixteen-inch discs require more fuel combustion, which is especially felt in urban driving. Compared to 15-inch wheels, consumption increases by almost three percent.
And of course, the mass. A 16 "disc can weigh two kg more than a fifteen" disc. This is also influenced by the types of discs.
Self replacement standard disks Frets X Ray on a larger diameter can only worsen the characteristics of XRay. The size of the car's wheels has been verified through repeated tests and runs. As a last resort, this procedure can be assigned to a trusted tuning company.