Tires for VAZ 2110: how to choose, sizes, pressure

Despite the huge selection of domestic and foreign cars, our car enthusiasts still give preference to the domestic automobile industry. They are no longer the most prestigious, but remain reliable “horses” for several generations.

What tire sizes does the VAZ 2110 manufacturer recommend installing?

The manufacturer gives specific recommendations on what tires should be installed.

The VAZ 2110 is a front-wheel drive car, and the manufacturer recommends installing tires: 175/70 R13, 175/65 R14. This is stated in the instruction manual.

What non-standard sizes can be supplied?

It is possible to install the following non-standard sizes on the VAZ 2110. Tires in sizes 185/60 R14, 195/50 R15, 195/45 R16.

Some manage to install 205/50 R15, but they have to modify the design with a “file” and there is no particular point in this - controllability is lost and the load on the engine increases. The only positive aspect is the appearance and that is a moot point.

For a better understanding, let’s decipher one of the tire types (195/65 R15 91T):

where 195 is the tire width in the tread area, mm;

65 – profile height, % of width (in this case 65% of 195);

R15 – landing diameter, inch (R – radial cord shape);

91 – load index, kg. Shows the maximum permissible load on one wheel. Mainly for passenger vehicles, it is done with a reserve and is not decisive when choosing tires (91 is up to 615 kg);

T – speed index. Driving speed limit. (T – 190 km/h).

Important! When installing new tires, it is imperative to balance the wheels.

What you need to know about disks

Today castings are produced in a fairly wide range. The VAZ 2110 fits wheels with a radius of 13 inches, although it is quite possible to drive an R15.

When installing non-original wheels, think about the offset and width. Their parameters must comply with the standards laid down by the manufacturer of the “tens”.

Disc diameter	Width	Departure	Size
R13	J 5.0	35-38	155/75, 165/70
R13	J 5.5	35-38	175/70, 185/65
R14	J 4.0	45	135/80
	J 5.5	35-43	165/65, 175/65, 185/60
	J 6.0	35-40	175/65, 185/60
R15	J 6.0	30	185/55
	J 6.5	30	195/55, 195/50
	J 6.5	35	195/50, 205/50
	J 7.0	35	195/50, 205/50

If you violate the recommendations, when turning and under maximum loads (full trunk, full passenger compartment), the wheels will begin to rub against the fender liners, touching the arches and suspension. Plus, the side parts of the body will always get splashed in dirty weather.

When installing 15-inch alloy wheels, use only low-profile tires, otherwise nothing will work.
If you want to install even larger wheels, you will need to make changes to the design of the car itself. And this is already a difficult task.
When a VAZ 2110 car owner chooses cast rollers, he often comes across such a characteristic as PSD 4*98. He says that the disk is fastened with four bolts that fit into the circle R98 .

If you look at the traffic rules, you will find that it is prohibited to operate a car with wheels that do not correspond to the vehicle model . At the same time, an extremely small part of road inspectors will pay attention to this during a stop.

What is the tire pressure

The manufacturer indicates in the operating certificate the recommended tire pressure of 1.8 – 2.0 kgf/cm²

In general, tire pressure depends on the load, the weight of the car, and the air temperature; in addition, it needs to be checked periodically (once a week). If the ambient temperature has changed by at least 10 - 15 ° C, then you will have to check the tires again.

Practice shows that in winter it is necessary to make the pressure slightly lower than in summer for several reasons:

slightly lowered tires make it easier to control the car on slippery roads;
the suspension becomes softer, as a result of which uneven road surfaces are not felt so much;
the braking distance is shorter, which significantly reduces the possibility of an accident.

In any case, each tire indicates the upper and lower pressure limits, beyond which it is extremely undesirable. But within the specified range you can experiment.

But don’t forget about the negative aspects of under-inflated tires:

tread wear will accelerate;
control will become more difficult (it will be harder to turn the steering wheel);
fuel consumption increases noticeably;
the effect of aquaplaning is enhanced;
the overall towing capacity of the vehicle decreases.

If the tire pressure is exceeded:

ride comfort will decrease due to the feeling of all the road irregularities;
wear of the chassis accelerates;
braking distance increases;
possible uneven tread wear;
if you hit a pothole or bump, the likelihood of a tire rupture increases;
better car handling;
traction force will increase;
fuel consumption will decrease.

If the car is loaded to capacity, then the pressure is increased on the front axle to 2.0-2.1 kg/cm2, on the rear axle to 2.3-2.4 kg/cm2, and the spare wheel to 2.3 kg/cm2.

Review of the best summer and winter tires for the VAZ 2110

Every driver understands that the wheel plays a very important role not only in comfort and design, but also significantly affects driving safety. For this choice, the tire needs to be given enough attention. In addition to the basic or acceptable standard size, you should not forget about:

speed limit in which the car will be operated (speed index);
temperature regime (seasonality);
climatic conditions (tread pattern and depth);
weight load on wheels (load index).

If you choose tires by manufacturer, then from the many domestic ones you can choose several that have significantly increased the quality of their products compared to previous years. These can deservedly be called: Amtel, Matador-Omskshina, Kama.

Amtel tires in Russia are undoubtedly the leaders (among domestic ones). Produced in Voronezh. In the process of testing this product, it was proven that it is no worse than foreign ones. The plant makes tires of all categories. The company has excellent specialists at its disposal who are constantly improving the production process.
Matador-Omskshina is one of the youngest manufacturers, but sales volume is growing significantly every year. Drivers who prefer models from this manufacturer note reliability, stable performance and comparative cheapness.
Kama (Nizhnekamsk) – produces tires for Russian buyers of all classes. But for cars of the 2110 model, the assortment is rather meager.

Brief overview of manufacturers

We provide a list of producing countries and a brief description of the products of each of them.

Products from China. The selection of Chinese alloy wheels is truly huge. Contrary to traditional opinion, it is worth noting that not all Chinese products are of low quality. Therefore, it would be appropriate to go shopping for wheels with a friend or acquaintance who has already purchased wheels from a certain Chinese manufacturer before and can confirm their quality.
Alloy wheels of domestic production are known to everyone for their affordable price and corresponding quality for the money. Alloy wheels for a Russian-made VAZ are a completely acceptable and adapted option.
The quality of alloy wheels from Turkey can be assessed as sufficient. However, the cost will be slightly higher than that of domestic analogues.
Asian manufacturers (South Korea, Japan, Taiwan) produce alloy wheels of fairly high quality and are recommended for use on all brands of cars.
Manufacturers from Western Europe and the USA offer the highest quality products, but also the most expensive. It’s worth thinking about whether it’s really necessary to purchase wheels for the “ten” at this price.

Summer tire

There are much fewer requirements for choosing summer tires compared to winter ones, but still a lot depends on the correct selection. For those who prefer domestic manufacturers - definitely Amtel, Matador-Omskshina or Kama (within 4000 - 4500 rubles you can completely “put on your shoes”)

If we consider summer tires of foreign brands, then these are NOKIAN. For example, NOKIAN - Nordman SX, when developing, the company’s specialists solved issues ranging from comfort to safety. Tests showed that the result was achieved. Excellent grip on the road surface (in any weather) is ensured by the original pattern. The special design of the tire, or rather the tread, will ensure a comfortable ride. Low-profile tires (195/50 R15 82H) from this manufacturer can be purchased for 2,800 rubles.

Winter tire

When choosing winter tires for a VAZ 2110, the contents of the driver’s wallet play an important role. After all, products on this market are represented by both domestic and imported manufacturers. But if rubber is expensive, this does not mean that it will be more efficient. It’s just that many imported manufacturers do not take into account the difference in climatic conditions and the concept of “winter” can be radically different. As a result, expensive tires in our regions can give poor results.

It is difficult to say about the advantages of certain winter tires - each person has his own opinion on this matter. Some prefer Nokan Hakkapeliitta (according to many, it is one of the best), while for others, the domestic Amtel is quite acceptable (the cost is of course lower, but the characteristics are quite acceptable).

The middle option would be models from manufacturers Hankook, Continental and Bridgestone, although domestic ones are still more profitable in terms of cost.

For example, Nokian Nordman RS2 185/65 R14 90R XL can be bought for 3700 – 4200 rubles. This winter tire has a low noise level and a long service life. Equipped with a tread wear indicator. The wedge-shaped laminated design ensures a stable ride. The degree of grip during braking is enhanced by the serrated sipes. Has a reinforced sidewall.

Amtel NordMaster ST-310 185/65 R14 86Q is a domestic tire that, according to car enthusiasts, deserves a solid 4. It runs well, the tread is deep. On snow it’s ok, but on ice it’s weak. The obvious disadvantage is increased noise. You can buy up to 1500 rubles. a piece.

The most famous manufacturers of wheels for the VAZ 2110

It must be said that until today, when the VAZ 2110 was replaced by many more modern models, such as the Lada Vesta, X-Ray, Kalina, Priora and some other cars, the dimensions of the rims have changed little, and the bolt pattern and drilling remained identical. That is why all the rims produced for installation on newer versions are ideal for the “Ten”, with the rare exception when it comes to a model such as the “Niva”. Thus, among the most well-known market participants, the following well-known manufacturers of stamped, cast and forged wheels for this model can be identified:

The undoubted leader among these enterprises is the Russian concern KiK, which has been producing wheels for Lada and many other brands for a quarter of a century. The peculiarity of the brand is that all light alloy products are produced only in casting with various design options. Any car enthusiast can find among the company’s assortment the entire size range indicated above, and the most popular series of the brand are “Attica”, “Arcade”, “Bering”, “Blade”, “Iguana”, “Mirel” and other models.

R14 wheels for VAZ 2110

The second equally well-known manufacturer is also domestic, producing sports-style wheels with many curved spokes in various colors, including chrome. The brand is based on the Institute of Light Alloys and has its own technologies and equipment that guarantee ideal quality and reasonable prices.
The next popular brand based in Russia is SKAD. All products of the Krasnoyarsk plant comply with international standards and work hard for export, and the quality is confirmed by the results of numerous tests, for which there are corresponding certificates. The company's design solutions for disks are offered in a very limited range, but at the same time, the mass nature of the model makes it possible to set a minimum price for them, which cannot but please the consumer. The range of radial sizes for products of this brand varies from R13 to R20.
, operating in the Russian Federation for almost 30 years, founded by professional racers, produces a huge number of different product options, ranging from the classic 5-spoke design to exclusive wheels. A wide range of sizes allows motorists to choose a product for any purpose, from high-speed driving to off-road driving.
The last company on the list is the Siberian brand IFree, which entered the market only in 2010, but has managed to gain great popularity. To occupy the desired niche in a period of high competition, manufacturers carefully developed various wheel designs, monitored quality and always tried to reduce the cost of their products. Thus, the brand gained popularity in the first years, and today it only continues to grow, and the manufacturer receives more and more positive reviews from numerous satisfied customers.

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Important!

The products of all the companies listed above are the most optimal in terms of price/quality ratio, but only on the condition that the car enthusiast purchases an original product from this manufacturer. In all other cases, if the seller tries to sell replicas, their quality, metal strength, geometry and other characteristics may be significantly inferior to the original, which will not only cause discomfort when driving a car, but also pose a danger to the driver.