Lada Vesta SV Cross tires - choice of winter and summer tires, size and pressure

D

A number of brands make the hub hole diameter (D) larger - specifically so that the discs can be used on different cars.
The only thing that will also need to be purchased in case of difference D is centering inserts. This is the name given to special rings for adapting discs to different car models. In other words, if you purchased discs with an inflated D, it’s not a big deal. If it’s the other way around, alas, you wasted your money. Despite the fact that wheel manufacturers often take care of their consumers, a number of drivers are frankly lazy to install centering inserts - and, logically, when the car is moving over 100 km/h, the wheels give off a wobble in the interior and steering wheel, and if you don’t immediately guess why matter, any diagnostics will not show anything - as a rule, they sin on balancing, which has absolutely nothing to do with it.

Et

The characteristic designated ET (disc offset) is the parameter that the manufacturer indicates in any case, and which should be kept in mind when selecting discs for the machine.

If you choose wheels of sufficient width, and at the same time having a reduced offset value, then the stability of the car increases, but the hub bearings begin to experience heavy loads, as a result they can collapse - and the result, alas, can be an accident.

Therefore, it is highly not recommended to reduce ET by more than 5-7 mm.

Choosing tires for different operating conditions

Winter becomes a real headache for car enthusiasts; some prefer not to use their cars during this period, while others have to buy winter tires. You cannot drive on summer tires in the cold season - their composition is not designed for low temperatures. Braking, starting to move, and driving become impossible.

Choosing winter tires

Large tires can be installed on Vesta, but for winter it is better to install smaller wheels. If R16 is used in summer, then R15 is recommended for winter. The tire width is also selected smaller. In winter, speed characteristics are not so important. Studded tires and so-called “Velcro” tires are available on the market. It is ideal for residents of large cities who rarely go off-road. Spikes are not needed on asphalt roads. For those who often travel on snowy, icy roads, they are definitely necessary.

Tread pattern selection

There are three types of drawing:

Tire tread pattern

1. Symmetric. Both sides of the pattern are the same and have a wave or bridge shape. Equally effective on snow and ice. Loses its properties on snow porridge in the spring or after treatment with reagents.
2. Directed. It is not afraid of snow, ice, and also does not lose its properties in slush. Not suitable for use on dry asphalt due to increased noise. The peculiarity of these tires is in the direction - they must be mounted strictly according to the direction of travel arrow, which is indicated on the outer side of the product with the inscription “Rotation”.
3. Asymmetrical. In addition to all the advantages of the described figures, noise reduction and high speed characteristics are added. It is installed according to marks indicating the inside and outside with inscriptions on the sides - “Inside”/“Outside”. The only drawback is the high price.

To save money, you can use the directional option. If your budget allows, it is better to choose an asymmetrical pattern.

Selection by stud size

A regular thorn looks like a nail - this is the most common type. There are also other shapes - square, rectangle. At the same time, at speeds up to 60 km/h, the braking distance does not change in any way, and there is no point in paying more, because in winter it is unsafe to increase the speed. From popular brands you can choose the following:

• Nokian Hakkapeliitta 8 – is in the middle price range, the estimated cost is from 4 to 5 thousand rubles;
• Bridgestone Blizzak Spike-01 – from 3 thousand rubles;
• Yokohama Ice Guard F700Z – average price – 2 thousand rubles;
• Dunlop Ice Touch – average price – 2.7 thousand rubles;
• Michelin X-Ice North 3 – 3-3.5 thousand rubles;
• “Kama Euro” 519 and “Belshina” Bel-127 - up to 2 thousand rubles.

The choice is large, for high quality and brand you will have to pay a substantial amount. If your budget is limited, you can purchase domestically produced winter tires. They are cheaper, but this does not mean that their quality and efficiency are worse.

Asymmetrical directional

This is the rarest option. Not currently produced. These tires were designed to effectively drain water and smoothly distribute the load over the entire surface of the tire. But the difficulty of using it was with the spare wheel, since for a regular car you had to carry 2 of them.

As you can see, there are no ideal tires for the Lada Vesta SV Cross. Each tire has its own disadvantages. Therefore, you need to select tires taking into account your driving style, as well as the weather conditions in which the car will be used.

Summarizing

In general, the wheels that are standard installed on the Lada Vesta have enviable characteristics, unlike previous models. High running properties, reliable operation, and high-quality materials satisfy consumers, as evidenced by positive assessments from specialists.

For winter we recommend narrower tires!

Closer to the cold period of the year, the question of choosing winter tires begins to worry. Specimens that are a little narrower are worthy of attention, because wide ones are quite unpredictable in snowy ruts.

In addition, the low-profile design allows you to feel all the delights of uneven surfaces, and high tires add comfort. You can start preparing for winter in the summer to choose a suitable replacement.

Pressure

Many beginners do not take into account the pressure in the wheels at all, but, meanwhile, it is extremely important - and this applies not only to low-profile tires, but to any tires in general. The value of this indicator must be written by the manufacturer in the manual for working with the machine, as well as on the body in an accessible place. In particular, for Lada Vesta there is such a mark at the central pillar on the driver's side.

But still, low-profile tires require more control, because insufficient pressure increases the effect of imperfections in the road surface on the wheel as a whole. In practice, in low-profile tires this figure is usually increased by 15% when compared with the value recommended by the manufacturer.

Tire pressure Lada Vesta Cross

The tire pressure of the Lada Vesta CROSS SV is a very important indicator, since not only the car’s handling and overall driving comfort, but also the safety of the tires and wheels depend on it. The fact is that with high tire pressure it will be very uncomfortable to drive on uneven roads, and this can also lead to premature wear of the tread along the central part of the tire.

Too low tire pressure allows you to drive more comfortably - the ride will be smooth and soft. But at high speeds there is a risk of losing control. In addition, rapid wear of the tire along the edges is possible, and when entering a hole or bump, damage to the tire and disk may occur.

Based on all of the above, we can conclude that the tire pressure on the Lada Vesta Cross should be from 2.1 to 2.5 atmospheres, depending on driving style and usual level of comfort. It is not recommended to overestimate or underestimate the pressure.

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1 Topic by Maverik 2015-03-17 17:48:59

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Topic: Original standard tires on Vesta

What tires are standard on the Lada Vesta? Pirelli? Or does each dealer have their own price?

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Re: Original standard tires on Vesta

What tires are standard on the Lada Vesta? Pirelli? Or does each dealer have their own price?

BEL - 280. The topic is already there

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Re: Original standard tires on Vesta

4 Reply from Petty 2015-03-19 17:21:02

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Re: Original standard tires on Vesta

Or does each dealer have their own price?

In its own way, is it like backwards? Dealers don't supply tires; tires are installed at the factory. By the way, VAZ has unbalanced wheels from the factory, will this problem transfer to Vesta or not? And is this a warranty case?

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I'm talking about the store, if there is an imbalance on the disk, then they take away the set without any problems, this is a defect, but of course all the tires can be said to be imbalanced. If you prove that the disc is crooked, of course it should be replaced like any other low-quality product.

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Re: Original standard tires on Vesta

Now they are setting up a matador. A strange leapfrog with the choice of tire supplier, to be honest.

7 Reply from Albir 2016-04-06 16:33:19 (2016-04-06 16:34:10 edited by Albir)

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Re: Original standard tires on Vesta

Three days ago I changed my shoes to summer Pirelli ones, which the salon gave me. Today I noticed a hernia on the front wheel. I didn’t get into any potholes, I didn’t really drive the car these days. Has anyone encountered such a problem?

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Three days ago I changed my shoes to summer Pirelli ones, which the salon gave me. Today I noticed a hernia on the front wheel. I didn’t get into any potholes, I didn’t really drive the car these days. Has anyone encountered such a problem?

Perhaps it’s a defect, or perhaps they slipped it in on purpose, but now you can’t prove anything.

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Re: Original standard tires on Vesta

A spare tire is placed on the spare tire in the luxury suite. Quite sad.

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Re: Original standard tires on Vesta

They put a spare tire on the spare tire in the deluxe.

Not a re-roller, but a full-fledged wheel stamped for 15

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Re: Original standard tires on Vesta

They put a spare tire on the spare tire in the deluxe.

Not a re-roller, but a full-fledged wheel stamped for 15

The instructions say “temporary use wheel”. As I understand it, it’s simply due to the difference in size, although the ABS sensors may get confused.

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. I understand it's just because of the size difference

The rim is 15 and the tires are higher overall the same size

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. I understand it's just because of the size difference

The rim is 15 and the tires are higher overall the same size

This is IDEAL, in life a penny does not match a penny. Because a 5 percent step in changing the profile height does not allow the size of the rolling radius to be millimetered. Previously, it wasn’t really that important; I threw the wheel on the non-driving axle and let it roll. Now with the presence of ABS sensors and the addition of their functions, the accuracy of the wheel rolling radius increases. This is most likely why they write that the spare tire is temporary, although it is a 100% normal wheel, not a re-roller.

Wheels from other Ladas will not fit

Cars with standard size 185/55 radius 15 (remember that these are products from Grant and Priora) are not the same size as Vesta, although offhand they look the same. The fact is that the landing hub diameter of the above car models is 1.6 mm smaller (it is 58.5 mm).

If you try to correct this hole to the required size using a turning groove, in any case, the PCD indicator for such disks will not be 4x100, but 4x98, as a result you will get three fastening bolts that do not coincide with the fastening holes at all. As a result, the alignment of the disk and the hub will be disrupted, and the movement of the vehicle will be accompanied by beating.

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Specifications

Oversized wheels

Such discs don’t just change the appearance of the car; dynamic performance, handling, and driving stabilization also depend on them. Often, all this data changes for the worse when replacing larger disks.

If you are interested in such a setup, always remember that enlarging the rim will certainly mean choosing other tires (necessarily with a smaller profile). The fact is that the outer diameter of the tire in any case cannot be larger than that recommended by the manufacturer (don’t forget about the wheel arches), otherwise the tires will scratch along the arches when driving (especially when cornering), and this, as you know, is not at all good.

During 12-month tests, the following standard sizes were successfully installed on the Lada Vesta car:

• Radius 15 – 175/70 and 205/60.
• Radius 16 – 185/60.
• Radius 17 – 175/55 and 195/50.

Note that 17' diameter wheels were installed on test modifications of Vesta. In principle, 18-inch wheels can be mounted on a car, but the outer diameter of this tire is almost 670 mm and the width is 235 mm. These parameters are very different from those recommended by the factory, and, despite the formal possibility of installation, real domestic roads will not allow such tires to drive normally (low-profile tires) - road irregularities will quickly ruin the wheels - note, at their price, several times higher than the original ones.

Advantages of mounting large drives:

• Visual effect, the car seems to become more fashionable.
• Increased dynamic properties, road stability, and steering system feedback.
• Less response from road potholes.
• Thrifty attitude towards suspension life (with a profile of at least 55%).
• Reducing the distance when braking.
• Improved functioning of ESP, ABS systems.
• Reducing braking length;

Disadvantages of mounting large drives:

• Lack of convenience when moving (large transfer of road damage to the interior and steering wheel).
• Undesirable driving on bad roads.
• Increased control over tire pressure.
• Increased fuel consumption due to the need for increased energy consumption when starting off.
• High price.

Advantages of a larger diameter

As for the positive aspects when installing enlarged disks, these include:

• Increasing stability when driving a machine;
• Increased dynamics;
• Improving the appearance of the car, the efficiency of systems such as ABS and ESP;
• Increased suspension service life;
• Reducing braking distance.

When purchasing wheels for a Lada Vesta, you should pay special attention to the bolt pattern, as it is fundamentally different from the one used in AvtoVAZ models released earlier. Thus, the wheels on the new line of cars are secured with four bolts, the sizes of which correspond to the sizes of the bolts manufactured for Korean-made cars. This is a plus, as it significantly expands the possibilities when choosing wheels for the Lada Vesta. As for the mounting holes, their diameter is 100 mm.

An excellent addition to the Lada Vesta will be wheels made of light alloys from PDW. It develops models for domestic cars, so the wheels fully comply with VAZ standards.

In conclusion, it should be noted that the manufacturers of the Lada Vesta have created a completely modern and high-quality car, on which good quality alloy wheels are installed. Therefore, if you decide to change the image of your car, you need to take care of an equally worthy option.

Additional sizes

Many car enthusiasts install wheels and tires of a different size on their car, for various reasons: it could be repairs after an accident or just a modification. Let's try to understand in more detail the adequate mounting options for non-standard tires and wheels on the Lada Vesta. We will also consider the advantages and disadvantages of this operation, as well as the consequences of possible installations that promise serious losses in the operating parameters of individual components and assemblies (including early breakdowns).

If the car owner simply decided to change the tires on his car (without changing the dimensions), there is nothing wrong with that. But in this case, it is necessary to ensure that all tires contain the same tread, as well as an equal degree of wear (in this case, the tread is allowed to differ only for the front and rear axles).

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Innovative wheels for an expensive car

"Lada Vesta" in luxury assembly is sold with German-made tires from, which has the fourth position in the list of global suppliers of tires for cars.

This Lada Vesta assembly has a wheel size of 195/55/R16. And the model range of installed 16-inch tires is called “Eco Contact” and is characterized by low rolling resistance, low noise, excellent braking, and environmentally friendly manufacturing materials. The tires ensure the Lada Vesta's obedience, directional stability and excellent traction. This is achieved by using an asymmetric tread pattern.

These 16-inch wheels can also be installed on the basic Lada Vesta, but for a hefty surcharge.