Each owner of Lada Kalina sooner or later faces the need to replace wheel disks. When you want to give the exterior of your “horse” a more attractive look, then you should take a closer look at the cast product options. How practical is it? We will try to answer this question, which worries a huge army of owners of products of the Russian automotive industry, it is also important to know that if you put other wheels, you will need a bolt pattern. We will also understand: on what aspects it is required to concentrate an increased degree of attention when choosing, and what better size tires.

Regular disks and their parameters

Representatives of the first generation Lada Kalina were equipped with stamped versions of discs with a dimension of 13-14 inches. Then light-alloy options saw the light. They were 14 inches in diameter.

When owners deliberately seek to reduce the tire profile, they immediately impersonate a desire to install larger size disks. For Kalina, you can use 15-inch options, which is what the manufacturer does in its sports modifications, while other options will require a bolt pattern.

All body versions of Lada Kalina in the first generation (2003-2014), starting with civil and ending with sports versions, were equipped with the following list of disks available from the manufacturer:

• products "5J" on "13 ET40"; with them, the wheel size “175x70xR13” is applicable;
• "5.5J" on "14 ET37", the manufacturer addressed tires "175x65xR14" to them;
• options "6J" on "14 ET37" has a wheel size of "185x60xR14";
• wheels "6.5J" on "15 ET35", the size of the wheels "195x50xR15" goes well with them;
• "Rollers" "6.5J" on "16 ET45"; everything is serious here, because the tire size "195x45xR16" turns Lada Kalina tires into real "bast shoes".

Body modifications of the domestic model in the second generation (after 2014) were awarded the following wheel options and similar tire sizes:

• "5.5J" to "14 ET35", where we find tires "175x65xR14";
• go to options "6J" to "14 ET35"; they imply cooperation with tires "185x60xR14";
• product versions "6J on 15 ET35", rubber "185x55xR15";
• wheels "6.5J" on "15 ET35", tires "195x50xR15" "work" with them;
• flagships "6.5J" on "16 ET35"; such disks are “not ashamed to put on shoes” in tires, and the tire dimension is “195x45xR16”.

An interesting moment! Versions "Norma" and "Standard", which the manufacturer produced during the entire time that the second generation of "Kalina" was on the conveyor, are devoid of standard alloy products. The "luxury" Lada Kalina is able to please its buyer with such disc options, especially since the developers here provided the opportunity to choose between the "R14" and more solid versions of the "R15".

What discs are suitable as an alternative to regular versions?

It's time to change the "native" wheels. The main thing here is not to overdo it, but to choose products that are as similar as possible in design and geometric aspects to standard options. Note that the parameters of the wheels "do not care" what kind of body is in front of them (sedan or so on).

For correct selection you will need to be imbued with such valuable knowledge as:

• the quantitative composition of the holes for mounting bolts and the diameter of the circle, the conditional line of which passes through the centers of the indicated holes (“LZ * PCD”, for Kalina - “4 * 98”);
• diameter of the central hole of the disk ("DIA"); for disks of this model, it is 58.6 mm (coincides with the hub diameter with tolerance);
• departure value (or "ET"), which varies in values ​​(we will specify later).

Let's summarize here.

1. The first generation of LADA Kalina in the versions "1117", "1118" and "1119" can be equipped with wheel versions from 13 to 16 inches with the following parameters:

• bolt pattern - 4 * 98;
• width - from 5 to 6.5 (inches);
• departure - from 25 to 35.

2. The second generation "2192" and "2194" will be content with disks from 14 to 16 inches with the following characteristics:

• "LZ*PCD" similar parameter (4*98);
• width - from 5.5 to 6.5;
• departure: 25 - 35;
• hole diameter - an identical value of 58.6 mm.

It should be remembered that correctly selected discs will achieve traffic safety, moderate fuel consumption, and also increase the suspension life.

Stamped and cast: which is better?

According to the production method, disks for LADA Kalina are divided into two global categories: stamped (from steel sheet) and light alloy (forged, cast or combined).

For the first option, manufacturing involves welding individual structural elements of the product. The technology is simple, which has a positive effect on the cost of disks.

Of the advantages of "stamping" we note:

• reliability;
• maintainability (tendency to eliminate bent sections);
• durability.

Negative aspects:

• difficult to auto-balance;
• a significant mass of products;
• lack of design possibilities (of the same type);
• low resistance to corrosion.

Now let's touch on light alloy options. Such discs are more progressive products that are made of light metal alloys such as magnesium and aluminum, etc.

If magnesium dominates, then the discs are light in weight, but the strength properties of this option are far from ideal. Aluminum gives the product strength and fluidity. This translates into good resistance to cracking under impact loads. Wheel bolting will also likely be required.

To give preference to any of these options, we recommend that you ask yourself an approximate analysis of the condition of the roads on which your LADA Kalina will travel in the future.

Advantages of "casting":

• availability of a wide range of models;
• low weight, which has a positive effect on handling and dynamics;
• good heat dissipation generated by the brake units.

Summing up

What type of products to give preference to, what will be the size of the disks, and what will be the size of the tires - the choice of each owner individually. After reviewing the design and operational features of each of the types of disks that we have presented, as well as considering the advantages and disadvantages, it will not be difficult for the buyer to decide on the only the right choice, also the owner of the car should know what a bolt pattern is.

Often, the owners of Lada Kalina ask themselves, what kind of wheels and tires are suitable for this car? In this case, the manufacturer provided an answer to such a question and compiled a list options installation on Kalina of different versions of the disk and tires. But, 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 consider what are the options for installing tires on the Lada Kalina:

1. The most common size option is - 175/70R13. This standard size"Zhiguli" tires, which takes its history from the "Classics".
2. The second most popular size on the Vase, but the most common on the Lada Kalina - 175/65R14.
3. Third standard version tire size is - 185/65R15.

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

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

A visual table of the applicability of tires to Kalina

A visual table for selecting tire sizes for Lada Kalina

Disc size

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

• 5.5x14

  Wheel disk 5,5*14*98

• 6.5x15

  Standard rim R15

  Appearance on 15th disks

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

Razboltovka and possible options

Razboltovka is the fastening of the wheel to the hub using bolts or special studs. Simply put, this is the size of the car's "shoes".

Wheel disk 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 left the assembly line with a non-standard parameter - 4x100.

conclusions

When selecting tires and wheels Lada Kalina, all parameters should be taken into account. For correct installation first, discs with the appropriate size and bolt pattern are selected, and only tires for them. On the contrary, it will be much more difficult to search. Replacing wheels and tires is easy in the garage or at the tire shop. After installing new parts, alignment should be done to prevent increased wear.

When it is necessary to replace the disks with Kalina, the question arises which ones to choose - the same factory ones or not. Cast irons often look more attractive, updating the overall look of the car, but how practical is it? What should you pay attention to when choosing?

Characteristics of regular disks of different configurations

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

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

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

For all modifications of the hatchback, station wagon, cross, second generation sports (since 2014), the following types of disks and tires were installed:

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

Which disks can be changed factory

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

When selecting discs for Kalina, you need to know the number of mounting holes and the diameter of the circumference of their placement (drilling, LZ * PCD) - 4 * 98. The diameter of the main hole must match the diameter of the vehicle hub (DIA) - 58.6. Departure 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. The following parameters are suitable for the second generation 2192 and 2194: R from 14 to 16; width from 5.5 to 6.5; ET from 25 to 35; DIA and LZ*PCD are similar.

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

Steel or light alloy: which is better and why

Models are divided into two types according to the method of manufacturing. Steel (they are also called stampings) are distinguished by the fact that during production all parts are welded. This simple technology so their prices are low. Positive sides this option: discs are easily restored even with deep deformations, have high reliability, durability, repair - simple and budget. Negative sides: auto-balancing difficulties, increased weight, the same type appearance(it is possible to modify with caps or paint coating), low corrosion resistance.

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

View	Manufacturing	pros	Minuses
Cast.	The metal is poured into molds, then the frozen surface is processed. This production method makes the structure of the metal grainy.	Low weight.	At long-term operation in the conditions of broken, bumpy roads, microcracks appear that can split the disk with a powerful blow. Repair is expensive, products are straightened on the machine. But after such a procedure, there is no guarantee of reliability during operation.
Forged.	Manufactured by hot forging. The texture of the metal becomes fibrous and durable.	Low weight and high strength.	Issued forged wheels made of aluminum or magnesium (luxury quality, stronger than aluminum, the price is much higher, made by prior order).
Combined.	Cast and forged parts are connected using special bolts.	To be repaired, and the rim can be replaced, and the central part can be left.	A considerable price, which provoked mass fakes - with decorative bolts.
Titanium.	Due to the large weight of the metal during manufacture, the thickness of the discs is reduced.	The most durable.	They have a high price. A small number of models are produced.

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 prone to cracking. So what products are best for Lada Kalina? Every driver strives for maximum safety on the road. When choosing discs, you should analyze the condition of the coatings on which the car will be operated, and your driving style.

Advantages of steel disks - in attractive cost. In addition, there is the possibility of recovery after deformation. Upon impact, they do not split, but are crushed, suspension and steering parts are minimally damaged.

Alloy wheels on Kalina have such advantages.

1. A wide range of different models. Additionally, there is the possibility of painting.
2. Low weight increases dynamic parameters suspension, which improves driving safety.
3. The best indicators of heat removal from brake units.

More popular in Europe alloy wheels. On the Russian market, due to the quality of the roads, most drivers choose steel or forged.