What kind of car are the wheels suitable for?

Standard wheel sizes

The factory equipment of the Shnivy provides for the installation of two wheel options: 15- and 16-inch. Based on this, and also taking into account the dimensions of the wheel arches, the tire sizes are also binary: 205/75 R15 and 215/65 R16. When using wheels with such indicators, the manufacturer guarantees their trouble-free mileage in a variety of conditions, including even diagonal hanging. At the same time, some deviations from the factory settings are allowed.

For example, 215/75 R15 tires fit well into existing wheel arches without catching wheel arches or other parts of the body even with maximum steering or when driving off-road. However, if you install “mud” tires of the same size in this car, then in some positions the side wheel lugs may abnormally catch the wheel arch liners or bumper. 225/75 R16 tires can behave similarly if the steering wheel is in one extreme position or another.

The standard wheels of the Chevrolet Niva ensure trouble-free operation of the vehicle in a variety of road conditions.

What is the wheel bolt pattern of the Chevrolet Niva under 15 and 16 radius

The wheel bolt pattern on the Chevrolet Niva provides for the installation of 15 and 16 inch wheels . For this purpose, tire sizes 205/75 R15 or 205/75 R16 are selected. If you use wheels with these parameters, the driver and the car itself will have fewer problems. But there are some deviations from the factory values.

For example , 215/75 R15 tires fit perfectly into the wheel arches, and do not touch the wheel arches or other body parts even with the maximum steering angle while driving off-road. But if you install mud tires of a similar size, then in other positions the side lugs can independently engage the bumper or wheel arch liners. 225/75 R16 tires can drive in the same way, but if the steering wheel is in the extreme position.

The bolt pattern of the Chevy Niva should be done without additional modifications.

Tire sizes must match the performance parameters . R15 tires are often installed on cars. These sizes are ideal for asphalt. If the car is planned to be used for off-road driving, then R16 tires are recommended for installation.

The rubber ingredients are selected in such a way that they do not melt in the summer and do not harden in the winter.

All-season tires are installed at the request of the car owner . The difference is the presence of a tread. The inner side is designed to drive through loose snow. The tire size for the domestic SUV is 205/75 R15.

Acceptable wheel sizes for Chevrolet Niva without modifications

Tire markings are deciphered as follows:

• tire width in millimeters;
• percentage ratio of the tire height to its width;
• inner (landing) diameter of the tire in inches.

Tire sizes are directly related to their performance. Wide tires have a larger grip area and a shorter braking distance. In addition, wide wheels have a lower specific ground pressure, which improves the vehicle's maneuverability in off-road conditions. That is, the advantages of wide tires are obvious. However, there is also a downside to the coin, which worsens the good picture of using wide tires:

1. As tire width increases, rolling friction increases proportionally, which requires additional fuel consumption.
2. A large area of ​​contact with the road provokes aquaplaning, that is, sliding through puddles, which is less likely with narrow tires.
3. Reducing the specific ground pressure, which improves the vehicle's off-road performance, simultaneously worsens the vehicle's handling on country roads.
4. Wide tires weigh more than narrow tires, which puts additional stress on the suspension.

That is, the use of wide tires is justified only when the vehicle is primarily used in off-road conditions.

Based on the ratio of the height of the tire to its width, tires are divided into:

• low profile (from 55% and below);
• high-profile (up to 60–75%);
• full-profile (from 80% and above).

At the factory, high-profile tires are installed on the Chevrolet Niva car. In order to install full-profile tires on it, it is necessary to carry out a suspension lift. If you install low-profile tires on standard wheels, the ground clearance can reach a dangerously low level, which threatens the car’s components with damage.

If the car does not undergo any modifications, then it is allowed to use wheels with the following dimensions:

R17

205\60\17 with a total wheel height of 31.4 inches and 265/70/17 - 31.6 inches.

R16

235\85\16 - 31.7 inches, 265\75\16 - 31.6 inches and 285\70\16 - 31.7 inches.

R15

215/75 R15 - 31.3 inches.

Maximum wheel size for Chevrolet Niva 4x4 without a lift

Without using lifting, you can install wheels on a Chevrolet Niva 4x4 with the dimensions discussed above. It should be taken into account that although these dimensions fit normally into the standard parameters of the car, when using, for example, “mud” tires, problems may arise with the wheels catching the wheel arch liners or bumper. Most often, Shniva owners install UAZ wheels with a diameter of 31 inches on their cars.

Chevrolet Niva wheel sizes

The most popular ones installed on Chevrolet Nivas are alloy wheels. The main characteristics they possess are quite acceptable for both the car and the driver. After all, their price is relatively low. They are more expensive than steel ones, but not by much. In addition, they are durable and resistant to corrosion. Their weight allows them to gain speed faster, and when braking, they have a shorter braking distance compared to steel ones. Another important parameter is the possibility of cooling the brake system by blowing with air flow. Steel discs have an almost completely closed design with small holes around the disc, which does not allow air to enter the brake system. Due to their design, cast ones have this property. This is very important in hot weather, as the brake pads overheat and have no way of cooling.

Basic Chevrolet Niva models are available with steel wheels of size R15. We'll look at what this means later. Luxury and new 2014 models often come from production with cast aluminum, but they all have the same appearance. Although they differ from steel ones, you still want individuality. Therefore, you can purchase a car with a steel structure and then install any wheels you like.

What does R15 stand for?

Chevrolet Niva is often equipped with R15 size rims as standard. If we decipher it literally, then R means radial tire, and 15 is the diameter of the rim in inches. You can also install wheels of sizes R16-R17 on the Chevrolet Niva. But this requires some reconstruction of the chassis.

Each wheel has a correspondingly different weight, and weight plays a very important role in the movement of a car. It is not recommended to install a wheel with a weight greater than the standard one, as this will create a load on the engine, which will have a negative effect, and will also increase the load on the chassis.

The size of the disc is a truly important characteristic for choosing them for a Chevrolet Niva, but it is also important to know the number of holes for mounting to the hub of the car. The Niva wheel rim has five holes for fastening with nuts. There are cars in which the mount has 3 or 4 holes, and some have six. But, most importantly, when choosing, you should pay attention to the number of holes. The wheel rim also has its own specific width. The greater the width, the greater the offset the car wheel will have. A large offset will increase the load on the bearings, which will lead to rapid wear, but, on the other hand, a car with a large wheel offset has better stability both on and off-road. The main technical parameters of Chevrolet Niva wheel rims are shown in the table.

To understand in more detail what all the letters and numbers from the table mean, let’s decipher some markings: 6.5Jx16H2 PCD5x139.7 ET48 DIA98.6 1) The letter J - indicates the wheel rim profile and design. 6.5 – disk width. 2) 16H2 - speaks of a 16-inch mounting diameter of the wheel. H2 refers to the number of humps or protrusions, and they are designed to prevent the tire from sliding off the rim. 3) PCD is an English abbreviation that means parameters for mounting to the hub. 5 – holes for fastening, 139.7 – diameter where the holes are located. 4) ET – indicates the disc departs from the plane of the car. 5) DIA – means the diameter of the centering hole.

Installation on Niva Chevrolet

Having selected new cast wheels for the Chevrolet Niva, we proceed to install them. To do this, you must follow the sequence of actions:

1. First you need to remove the tires from the steel wheels. Working with tubeless tires requires a special approach. Therefore, it is better to install tires on a cast wheel at a service station. Because it is still necessary to balance the wheels, and this can only be done with special centering equipment.
2. The assembled tires are installed in the following order:
3. – check the tire pressure, recommended 2-2.2 atmospheres;
4. – the tire is installed on five protruding bolts;
5. – tighten the nuts manually and tighten them a little with a wrench;
6. – the car is lowered from the jack and the nuts are tightened; after removing the jack, the five nuts are fully tightened;
7. The process of installing tires on the Niva is completed.

Before tightening the nuts, it is recommended to lubricate the threads of the bolts with grease or Nigrol, which will prevent the nuts from sticking. After installing the tires, it is necessary to check and tighten the nuts after 100-200 kilometers.

Alloy wheels, how to extend their service life

You can ensure the longevity of your disks by following some rules:

• Correctly attaching tires to the vehicle hub.
• When driving on a bad road, you need to slow down, because at speed even a small hole can cause not only damage to the disc, but also failure of the wheel itself.
• Periodically check the disk for chips or cracks, which can lead to complete destruction.
• Balance the wheels every 10 thousand kilometers.

Wheel sizes for Chevrolet Niva 4x4 with lifting

Often, car enthusiasts believe that lifting increases the ground clearance of the car. However, this is not an entirely accurate judgment. In reality, ground clearance is increased due to the use of wheels of larger diameter, which can reach 33 inches. But lifting helps to install such wheels. As a result, the vehicle's cross-country ability increases; it is able to easily overcome bumps, potholes and thick mud. Transformations using an elevator, which most car enthusiasts can do, manifest themselves, in addition to increased cross-country ability, also in:

• more aggressive surroundings of the car;
• possibility of installing mud tires on it;
• protection of components and assemblies from road irregularities due to higher ground clearance.

Most often, the lifted Chevrolet Niva 4x4 is equipped with wheels reaching a size of 240/80 R15.

Lifting allows you to install wheels of a larger diameter and with better maneuverability on your car.

Tires for a Chevy Niva - what parameters should you use to choose it?

In addition to different standard sizes, tires also have a specific purpose that corresponds to their operating conditions.

Winter, summer, all-season

Summer

Tires are made of hard rubber that does not soften on hot road surfaces. In addition, they are more resistant to wear in high summer temperatures, which provides them with a long service life. The tread pattern of summer tires allows you to successfully remove water from the contact patch and prevent the risk of aquaplaning in puddles. However, summer tires immediately lose all their advantages at low temperatures. Its elasticity disappears, the coefficient of adhesion of tires to the road surface sharply decreases, and the braking distance, on the contrary, increases.

Winter ones do not have these disadvantages.

tires that retain their elasticity at low temperatures and thereby provide reliable grip on the road surface. In addition, the presence of lamellas on them, which cling to the road surface with their edges, allows the car to be securely held even on ice or snow. However, at high temperatures, winter tires soften greatly and become unsuitable for successful use.

Off-season

tires represent a compromise between summer and winter tires. But, having some advantages of both types of tires, all-season tires also have their disadvantages. For example, on a hot road surface it wears out faster than its summer counterpart, and when used on ice, snow or cold asphalt it demonstrates worse road grip than winter tires.

AT and MT

In addition to temperature and weather conditions, the types of tires also take into account the types of road surfaces with which they will have to come into contact. Rubber marked AT is intended for all types of surfaces in an average version. That is, it can be successfully used on the highway, but with noticeably worse performance than conventional road tires. The same thing happens in off-road conditions, where AT tires can also be used, but with less success than specialized tires.

These tires are designed for any road surface, but in an average version

Tires marked MT, judging by the translation from English, are intended specifically “for dirt.” That is, they are specifically aimed at operation in severe off-road conditions, for which they are equipped with a grooved tread with a high tooth profile. Because of them, the car exhibits handling problems on the track. In addition, such tires wear out quickly when used in highway conditions.

And these tires are more afraid of a good road than off-road

How to choose wheels for a Chevrolet Niva

In order to correctly select the most suitable rims for wheels on the Shniva, you need to know what types of rims are available and how they are made:

1. For example, stamped ones
   , being the cheapest and easiest to produce, are made by stamping from rolled steel. They are easily restored after deformation, but are heavy in weight, which affects the condition of the suspension and worsens the car’s handling. In addition, stamped discs are susceptible to corrosion and bend easily.
2. Cast
   wheels, made from aluminum and other light alloy metals, are not as heavy as steel, have an attractive appearance and do not corrode. But at the same time they are noticeably more expensive and suffer from excessive fragility.
3. Forged wheels
   , being the most expensive, become lighter and stronger than cast wheels through additional mechanical and heat treatment.

The most popular wheels among Chevrolet Niva owners are from the following cars:

• "Suzuki Grand Vitara";
• "Suzuki Jimmy";
• "Kia Sportage";
• "Volga".

Car wheels differ greatly both in appearance and in the manufacturing method.

What types of disks to choose and from which manufacturers

For the Niva off-road vehicle, forged or alloy wheels are most suitable. The most popular option for models 2121 and 21214 are alloy wheels from Suzuki Grand Vitara, Suzuki Jimmy, Kia Sportage, and even Volga cars, measuring at least 15 inches.

If we talk about manufacturers who make wheels specifically for VAZ cars, then it is best to use products from KRAMZ. They have an anti-shock, stable design, and relatively light weight, thanks to the material from which they are made.

Video: types of tires for Chevrolet Niva

The ancient and fruitless debate among motorists about what is more important in a car—the engine or the wheels—still has its positive side in the sense of clearly identifying the two main components of any vehicle. But if you isolate from them the element that most gives the car owner the agony of choosing the best among the mass of good things, then, of course, the wheels are in the lead. Today's car market is replete with numerous and varied offers, which are difficult but necessary for the car enthusiast to navigate.

The appearance of a car is, in a way, the face of its driver. If the car is constantly dirty and unkempt, then most likely its owner is not very tidy either. If the car shines and its appearance is striking, then the owner of the vehicle clearly loves his things and values ​​them. One of the good ways to refresh and improve the appearance of your car is to change wheels. But in order to carry out this operation successfully, you need to know what a Niva-Chevrolet bolt pattern with a 15 radius is, for example, etc.

Niva Chevrolet

The standard wheel size for this car is R15. Mostly they install alloy wheels, which have gained great popularity. But if the car is used in Russian off-road conditions, it is more promising to install wheels of larger diameter - 16-17.

It must be said that their installation will require additional work. To increase the ground clearance, you will have to install special spacers. It will also be necessary to slightly change the design of the chassis.

Wheel markings may have several letters and numbers. In order to choose the right wheel for a Chevrolet Niva, you need to clearly understand the meaning of all the parameters indicated on it. Let's take, for example, the marking 6.5Jx16H2 PCD5x139.7 ET48 DIA98.6.

J – rim type and profile type,

6.5 – its height,

16Н2 – mounting diameter equal to 16 inches,

Н2 – number of protrusions preventing rubber from slipping,

PCD – English designation for dimensions of attachment to the surface of the hub,

5 – number of mounting holes,

139.7 – diameter of their location,

ET – indicator of the disc extending beyond the plane of the car,

DIA – centering hole parameter.

The appearance of a car is, in a way, the face of its driver. If the car is constantly dirty and unkempt, then most likely its owner is not very tidy either. If the car shines and its appearance is striking, then the owner of the vehicle clearly loves his things and values ​​them. One of the good ways to refresh and improve the appearance of your car is to change wheels. But in order to carry out this operation successfully, you need to know what a Niva-Chevrolet bolt pattern with a 15 radius is, for example, etc.

What does loosening mean?

It’s worth starting with the fact that the car’s disks are attached to a body part such as a hub. There can be two mounting options. In the first case, these are spokes, in the second case, these are bolts. Spokes for fixing wheels are used if the total weight of the machine, as well as the total weight of the rims, is not too large. Bolts are the opposite. It is also important to know that the number of fasteners, i.e. spokes or bolts, may vary. This is very important information that you need to know for the bolt pattern of the Niva-Chevrolet or any other car. Therefore, when purchasing parts such as disks, it is very important to pay attention to how many holes they have for fastening.

In order to make it immediately clear how many holes the disks have, they may be marked, for example, 5/112. These numbers indicate that the spare part has five holes, and the disc itself has a diameter of 112 mm. Naturally, these markings will be different for each machine. Therefore, before bolting the Niva-Chevrolet, it is necessary to find out the diameter of the disks, as well as the number of holes for the bolts.

Where to start chatting?

In order to successfully carry out this operation, you must correctly select a suitable replacement for the disks that you already have. This problem can be solved very simply. You can take one copy of the old disk with you and simply choose a replacement that will match the bolt pattern and diameter. However, if this is not possible, then you can do differently. Using a caliper, you can measure the exact distance between each hole in the disk, and then select the same one in the store. But it is worth noting that this method only works if there are an even number of holes. If there are 3 or 5 of them, then there is another way. In this case, the distance between the edges of those holes in the disk that are adjacent is measured. And then the resulting figure is multiplied by a coefficient, which for 3 holes is 1.155, and for 5 - 1.701.

Niva-Chevrolet bolt pattern

The standard equipment of this car includes wheels with size R15, that is, a radius of 15. In order to fasten or loosen this type of disk, there is a 5x139.7 drill bit. However, that's not all. The offset of Niva-Chevrolet wheels can be from 40 to 48 mm. This is important when loosening the bolt, since if the overhang is 48 mm, then it is necessary to change the drill bit to another with an indicator of 5x139. The change in drilling occurs due to the fact that these wheels will be heavier, and the wheelbase with them will become longer. Direct fastening is carried out using spokes, which reduce the pressure of the wheels on the car’s suspension. This is very important if you are planning an off-road trip.

Installation of high profile wheels on a VAZ 2121

If you want to put large wheels on the Niva, but without cutting the arches, R15 wheels with sizes 215-75 are perfect. The tire offset should be no more than 40 millimeters, otherwise the wheel arch liners will become unusable due to the tire scraping the plastic. Therefore, the wheel size for the Niva 2121 without cutting the arches is only 215-75 and with a radius of 15 inches.

It is possible to install a larger radius, but it is worth choosing the size of the disk and tire in proportion to each other, in order to avoid their grinding against the wheel arch liners and damage to the wheel itself.

Nuances of choice

In order to successfully carry out a Niva-Chevrolet bolt pattern, as well as the subsequent replacement of disks, you need to know several abbreviations that you will definitely encounter. For explanation, the markings of the factory parts of the machine will be taken. They have the following indicators: 5J x 16 H2 ET=58, DIA=98, PCD=5 x 139, 7.

• 5J - this means that a tire no more than 5 inches wide will fit on this rim;
• 16 is the diameter of the wheel rim, shown in inches;
• H2 is an indicator of the number of Khanty, in this case there are 2 of them;
• ET is an indicator of disc offset, which is indicated in millimeters;
• DIA is a value that indicates the diameter of the hub in millimeters;
• PCD - indicates the number of mounting holes, and the next number indicates the diameter of the circle where these holes are located.

This is all the necessary knowledge that will be useful in order to successfully carry out a Niva-Chevrolet bolt pattern.

Among domestically produced SUVs, Chevrolet Niva has received a well-deserved leadership in sales. But a relatively small percentage of owners use it for its intended purpose - off-road. This car acts as an everyday vehicle. Most often it can be found in rural areas as an excellent option for dirt roads and highway driving. Not everyone decides to “knead the dirt” on a Chevrolet Niva.

Standard sizes

Before choosing wheels and tires for the VAZ 2121 and 21214 Niva, you should carefully study the sizes of their standard, factory wheels. From the factory, this car was produced on wheels with the formula: 5J x 16, H2-ET = 58, DIA = 98, PCD = 5 x 139, 7. Accordingly, alloy wheels for the Niva should be the same, or slightly larger/smaller the maximum size allowed for this model.

In order to better understand what we are talking about, you need to know the decoding of the standard wheel formula. Thus, you can choose wheels and tires for the VAZ 2121 and 21214 Niva, correctly. Explanation of the formula:

• 5J – this number means that this wheel can accommodate 5-inch tires. Depending on the tire manufacturer, the allowable size may be 1 inch less or more. The letter “J” means that this disc has only one side.
• Number 16 is the diameter of the wheel rim assembly.
• H2 - indicates that the design of the wheel rim provides for the presence of two hangers. Khanty are special protruding rings located on the edge of the rim. They serve to ensure that tubeless tires are securely fixed, especially when the force of the road surface moves onto the working plane of the tire. Simply put, they secure the tires during maneuvers and are mandatory on off-road rims.
• ET – designation of the disc overhang size in mm. Of course, they are allowed to disdain, but only to a lesser extent, and no more than 1 cm. Remember, the smaller the offset, the greater the distance between the wheels of Niva 2121 and 21214.
• DIA – hub diameter size in millimeters.
• PCD is a designation indicating the number of holes for mounting the wheel and the diameter at which they are located.

Wheels and tires for Niva Chevrolet

Tires determine ground clearance, cross-country ability and, in some cases, noise. The manufacturer installs several types of tires on Niva Chevrolet. The basic L and LC trims are equipped with 15-inch radial products (R15) with sizes 205/75 and 205/70. The LE trim level can be equipped with alloy wheels with 215/65 R16 tires with off-road characteristics. The top-end GLS and GLC are also equipped with alloy wheels in size 215/65 R15. Although the manufacturer positions this type of tire as off-road, owners prefer higher-profile products for off-road use. The Niva Chevrolet wheel size is as follows:

• rim width – 6 inches;
• rim diameter – 15 inches;
• disc offset – ET-40 (distance between the disc mounting surface and the rim plane – 40 mm);
• bolt pattern - 5x39.5;
• The diameter of the hole for the hub is 98.5 mm.

When choosing tires, be sure to consider the wheel size. Some people buy all-season tires and use them only in winter and summer, others prefer to have different sets for different weather conditions, even mud tires for off-road use.

Safety can only be guaranteed by tires designed for a particular road surface. There is no such thing as universal rubber.

What is the wheel bolt pattern on a Chevrolet Niva?

An excellent option would be alloy wheels.

Wheels, like any part in a car, may become unusable over time. But disks have another weak side. They might just get boring. When the question arises about finding a replacement for standard wheels on a Chevrolet Niva, one design solution will not be enough, you need to know several more important parameters, and the bolt pattern of the wheels on a Chevrolet Niva, even 15th or 16th radius, must be strictly observed.

What is a disc bolt pattern on a Chevrolet Niva

The diameter of the wheel rim is far from a determining parameter for any car, including the Chevrolet Niva.

From the very beginning of production, since 2000, the car was equipped with wheels with a diameter of 16 inches and a 1.8 liter engine. 15-inch began to be installed on all 1.7-liter cars , and since 2007, 1.8-liter cars have also been equipped with them, depending on the configuration.

Alloy wheels with standard bolt pattern.

However, there are a few more sizes that should be taken into account when choosing:

• overall width;
• landing width;
• overall diameter;
• disc ejection;
• center hole size;
• size of mounting holes;
• number of mounting holes.

The most important are the last four parameters, which affect not only the ability to install the disk, but also security.

Bolt pattern data

Each disk has its own designation. In addition to the mounting diameter for the rubber, you need to pay attention to the bolt pattern, and this parameter is designated as PCD, pitch circle diameter. It shows the number of mounting holes and the radius along which their centers are located.

To choose the right wheel rim, you need to know its parameters.

For the Chevrolet Niva, this parameter is 5x139.7 with a standard offset of 40 mm and 5x139 with a 48 mm offset. This means that the five holes are located at a radius of 139 or 139.7 mm.

Why know the bolt pattern?

The consequence of an incorrectly selected disc can be a serious breakdown or accident.

This is why you need to know these parameters. We install the disc on the hub and tighten the fastening nuts with a force of 62–77 Nm, strictly according to the factory requirements. However, when installing a disk, the manufacturer leaves some gap between the stud and the mounting hole, that is, the stud and the hole have a certain gap, which, when tightened, is selected with tapered nuts and tapered holes on the disks.

This way the wheel is centered and tightened, fitting tightly to the hub mating plane.

If we come across a disc with a bolt pattern of 5x140.5 , we won’t notice a difference of a millimeter by eye. In this case, the wheel can fit normally onto the studs. However, at the moment when we begin to tighten the nuts, only one of the five will be tightened exactly along the cone, and the rest will either be undertightened, or the wheel will be installed with a slight distortion.

It’s clear how this can end— wheel vibration at speed, the possibility of the disc unscrewing while driving . Note that this is due to a one millimeter misalignment in the PCD parameter.

Standard bolt pattern 33 inch wheel Standard bolt pattern with tires 215/70/15 Standard bolt pattern alloy wheel with tires 215/70/15 Standard bolt pattern with tires 235/70/15 Standard bolt pattern with high tires Standard and non-standard wheel disk Incorrectly selected wheel

All wheel parameters

In each catalog, in addition to the beautiful design, cast, stamped or forged disks are marked with indexes and sizes.

Compliance with the recommended parameters will allow you to choose the right wheel rim.

The disk for a Chevrolet Niva can be designated as follows: 6Jx15-5×139.7-ET40-DIA98.5 .

Let's chew on each of these indexes separately:

• 6J is the mounting size of the disk, expressed in inches, J indicates the type of flange profile on the disk;
• 15 — diameter of the ring part of the tire;
• 5 — number of mounting holes;
• 139,7 — the diameter at which the centers of the mounting holes are located;
• ET40 - disk offset, that is, the distance in millimeters from the hub mating plane to the geometric center of the disk in width;
• DIA 98.5 is the hub fit size, respectively, the size of the central hole on the disk.

Choosing summer tires

To select the right tires for an SUV, you need to follow the manufacturer's recommendations and take into account the operating conditions of the vehicle.

Tread pattern

The tread on the tires is different, not for beauty. The performance characteristics depend on this parameter. There are three types of patterns:

• Symmetrical, without direction. A classic tread option, suitable for driving around the city and on the highway. This pattern is often used on inexpensive budget tires. The characteristics do not depend on the direction of movement and operating conditions. Standard option from the manufacturer.

• Symmetrical, with direction. Rubber with a similar pattern is characterized by good grip and effective removal of water from the contact patch. Excellent for high-speed driving, including in rainy and spring weather. They cannot be installed on any hub, as they have a strict direction of movement, indicated by an arrow on the cord.
• Asymmetrical. The universal pattern is equally suitable for wet weather and dry weather. It is found not only on SUVs, but also on sedans and family station wagons. This rubber has different patterns on the inside and outside. When installing, you also need to pay attention to the inside/outside designation.

Each of the listed tread patterns has both advantages and disadvantages.

Speed ​​index

An important parameter for choosing tires for the Chevrolet Niva. Markings in the form of Latin letters indicate the maximum speed that can be achieved on these tires.

For civilian versions of tires, the maximum speed reaches 300 km/h. It’s not worth considering all of them, since for the Chevrolet Niva, a speed of 140 km/h is already the maximum - its power unit will not be able to handle more. Tires with a high index are much more expensive, and there is no point in overpaying for it.

Load Index

The parameter determines the load that the tire can withstand when driving at maximum speed. This is the weight of a car with passengers and cargo allowed on one wheel. The index ranges from 70 to 120, which corresponds to a load from 335 to 1400 kg. If you plan to transport passengers and heavy loads, then it is better to take tires with a high index. But buying tires with an index that does not correspond to the maximum load allowed by the manufacturer is also not worth it.

Tire carcass

By design, tires can be radial or diagonal. The latter are practically not used today. The letter R in the radius designation indicates that this is a radial tire. There are also reinforced tires designated C (Cargo) or LT (Light Truck). They are usually used to transport heavy loads. You can combine all the available information and choose tires for the summer, guided by three main scenarios:

1. Relaxed driving around the city and on the highway. For such conditions, tires with a medium profile, symmetrical tread pattern without direction or asymmetrical with a speed index of up to 140 km/h are suitable.
2. Driving at maximum speed. It is better to choose tires with a lower profile and a high speed index.
3. Off-road driving. To do this, choose high-profile tires with a deep tread - mud tires.

Choosing winter tires

Owners believe that there is no need for winter tires on a Chevrolet Niva, since the car is an SUV. The reason why car enthusiasts do not want to install winter tires is simple: high financial costs. Even tires made in Russia, and with the smallest radius possible for a Niva, are expensive. It’s not enough to buy such winter tires; you’ll have to pay for tire fitting services and get an alignment done in order to preserve the product longer. The amount turns out to be quite large. An SUV needs winter tires, and there are a number of reasons for this:

1. A four-wheel drive car brakes in exactly the same way as a single-wheel drive car, the only difference is in the acceleration speed.
2. On a slippery road, a car with all-wheel drive and increased ground clearance is much less stable, as the aerodynamic characteristics leave much to be desired.
3. The SUV performs well off-road, and not in icy conditions.
4. Any SUV is quite heavy compared to passenger cars, which means it is more inert. No matter what type of tire is installed, the braking distance will still be longer due to the weight.

The only thing that the Chevrolet Niva can boast of is its high cross-country ability in loose snow. In all other cases, the driver must exercise great caution. This means that you cannot neglect winter tires. For an SUV, this type of tire is no less important than for cars of another class. When choosing winter tires, follow these rules:

1. Classic winter tires are the choice of calm and careful drivers.
2. You need to choose winter tires according to the climate. If the winter is mild and there is virtually no snow, then it is better to consider all-season tires.
3. You cannot change to winter tires on only one axle.
4. All tires must be of the same specifications and from the same manufacturer, otherwise handling problems may occur.
5. Depending on the driving style, a tread pattern with the corresponding speed index is selected.

If most of the driving in winter is carried out on icy road surfaces, then in this case you cannot do without studs. This option involves a quiet ride, as traction decreases as speed increases.

Which cars are suitable for Niva 4x4 wheels?

List of cars with wheel bolt pattern like Niva 4x4 (5x139.7):

1. Niva chevrolet
2. Volga (GAZ 31024, 29), depending on the year of manufacture.
3. Suzuki Escudo
4. Suzuki Jimni

Let us remind you that before installing wheels on the Niva, make sure that the other parameters correspond to the factory ones (offset, rim width and centering hole). For example, the Kia Sorento has wheels with a bolt pattern like the Niva, but the centering hole is smaller. The latest generation Suzuki Grand Vitara, on the contrary, has a large central hole diameter. And the Kia Sportage (1994-2004) may have different disc offsets.

Key words: Niva wheels

Selection of all-season tires

All-season tires differ from others in their tread. The whole secret is that the inner side of such a tire is used for driving on loose snow, and the outer side is used to drain water from the tire contact patch to ensure better traction. When choosing, special attention should be paid to the composition of all-season tires installed on the Chevrolet Niva.

Hard tires are suitable for summer use, reducing wear. The soft one performs better in winter for traveling on snowy and icy roads. Rubber with medium hardness at a medium level will cope with its task at any time of the year. The composition of all-season tires is selected in such a way that they do not harden in cold weather and do not blur in summer. With all this, it is not subject to rapid wear when driving on a dry road and is relatively safe when traveling on snow or ice.

When choosing all-season tires, it’s easy to navigate if you know the main markings on the sides of the rubber:

• Allseasons (AS);
• AnyWeather(AW);

The last two designations are used by manufacturers for summer tires.

According to various tests that are regularly carried out by authoritative publications, the same thing is confirmed every year: a high-quality all-season tire cannot be cheap. All-season tires have a number of significant disadvantages:

• high noise level;
• increased fuel consumption;
• reduction in dynamic characteristics;
• increased wear.

These tires can be used in the following situations:

• mild winter with positive temperatures;
• limited budget;
• there is no space to store two sets of tires;
• desire to save money on tire fitting;
• the off-season, when it’s too early to install a summer one, but it’s a pity to expose the winter one to wear and tear.

Winter tires are always unbeatable on icy roads. All-season tires show the following results: compared to winter ones, they cope with their task worse by 30-40%, studded ones show a better result by 90%. The same disappointing results on loose snow - up to 85% worse.

Updating the appearance of a car always brings joy to the car owner. It is as part of tuning that wheel rims are often replaced. It would seem that there is nothing complicated in the procedure. But when selecting new wheels, it is important to take into account the wheel parameters. The main parameter is the bolt pattern. Let’s look at what this is and what it means using the Chevy Niva as an example.

What is a bolt pattern

Bolt pattern is a set of hub characteristics determined by the manufacturer for each specific car model. It includes:

1. Holes in the hub into which the wheel rims are secured with hub bolts (their number). Denoted as LZ.
2. The distances between these holes (usually the same for all positions).
3. The diameter of the circle of the centers of the hole for fastening the bolts. Designated as PCD.

A wheel's bolt pattern is data that can be used to understand whether a wheel will fit a particular car (from a technical point of view). But there are other parameters that we will consider later.

The bolt pattern is taken into account when purchasing both steel (stamped) and cast wheels.

What does this disk parameter mean?

Car rims are attached to the hubs using bolts. Their number and distance from each other depends on the car model, wheel load and other factors.

On the Chevrolet Niva, the wheels are secured with five bolts. They are located at an equal distance from the center. A bolt pattern is a marking (description) of mounting holes for mounting bolts.

It is characterized by two numbers: the diameter of the circle on which the centers of the holes are located, and their number.

Chevrolet Niva wheel bolt pattern

The Niva Chevrolet bolt pattern is standard for SUVs. But the Niva bolt pattern still has some features. Depends on the car modification.

The bolt pattern of Niva wheels is almost the same for all model years. Other parameters have only modifications that were produced a long time ago - in 2002 - and have injection engines of 1.7 and 1.8 liters, without all-wheel drive. The difference is only 0.7 mm. It is difficult to determine by eye, but when driving at high speed you can clearly feel it.

All wheel parameters

In addition to the bolt pattern, when choosing new wheels, they look at the following parameters:

• offset (distance from the hub to the center of the disk along the width);
• landing size;
• radius and diameter (in inches, affects the choice of tires);
• hub (mounting hole) size in inches.

Do not confuse the characteristics of the disc with the characteristics of the tire. The latter, in terms of dimensions (width and diameter), depend on the parameters of the disk, and also have their own specific ones. These include, for example, the profile height.

A wheel is one of the main ways to change the appearance of a car. This issue is especially relevant for owners of a basic Chevrolet Niva. There are a wide variety of discs. In this case, one of the factors when choosing should be the material from which they are made:

• Stamped steel. Typically, such a rim is the most budget option. These wheels are installed at the factory during car production. The advantages include the low price and the possibility of quick recovery during repairs.
• Aluminum. The optimal choice in terms of price/quality ratio. Made using factory casting. They are lightweight and not susceptible to corrosion. At the same time, they are very susceptible to destruction; upon impact, deformation of the wheel is possible.
• An alloy containing magnesium and aluminum. They have increased strength compared to the previous type, since they are made using hot stamping.
• Combined alloy. They are distinguished by the highest strength and ability to quickly recover when damaged.

On a Chevrolet Niva, the wheel size is usually 15 inches (R15). Typically, car owners install alloy wheels on their cars. They enjoy deserved popularity due to their low price and more beautiful appearance compared to stampings. Due to their low weight, they provide faster acceleration and provide shorter braking distances due to reduced inertia. Also, installing such disks allows for more efficient cooling by passing a large air flow. This is especially true in hot weather because standard stamped discs provide virtually no air flow to the brake system, causing severe overheating during braking.

Aluminum and steel rims are installed on vehicles from the factory, depending on the configuration. However, their appearance is absolutely the same. Therefore, when purchasing, it is not necessary to choose a more expensive package. You can additionally purchase any rims you like, the main thing is that their diameter and mountings match the recommended parameters.

Video about all disk parameters, including bolt holes

An excellent option would be alloy wheels.

Wheels, like any part in a car, may become unusable over time. But disks have another weak side. They might just get boring. When the question arises about finding a replacement for standard wheels on a Chevrolet Niva, one design solution will not be enough, you need to know several more important parameters, and the bolt pattern of the wheels on a Chevrolet Niva, even 15th or 16th radius, must be strictly observed.

What wheel radius can be installed on a Chevrolet Niva

Wheels of size R15 are installed at the factory. The letter suffix indicates the use of radial tires, and the numeric suffix indicates the wheel diameter in inches. When using the car in off-road conditions, you can install wheels with a larger diameter, for example R16-17. But this requires minor changes to the chassis, such as the use of spacers to increase ground clearance.

It is important to remember that the use of wheels with a diameter larger than those recommended by the manufacturer leads to increased load on the engine and improper functioning of the chassis.

Tire size for Chevy Niva

The tire size determines the mounting diameter of the wheel rim. In the case of the Chevrolet Niva, the manufacturer completes various modifications with tires of excellent size. On the L or LC trim levels, which are considered basic, tires for 15-inch wheels are installed. The LE package comes with 16-inch wheels made of light alloys. The tire width for the basic version is 205 mm, for the luxury version - 215 mm. The height of the rubber profile is either 60% or 70-75%. The low profile is used in the city, and the second option is used on highways and off-road. Some owners prefer to use two sets per year, while others make do with all-season tires.

Attention!

The diameter of the tires that can be installed on the Chevrolet Niva is 15 and 16 inches. Large diameters are not recommended by the manufacturer, and their installation will require modifications to the vehicle.

Tires for Niva Chevrolet

Which diameter is better: R15 or R16

R15 tires are most often installed on them. This size is perfect for urban asphalt. If you use the car off-road, you can install tires with a diameter of R16. But this will require a number of changes to the chassis, namely the use of spacers to increase ground clearance.

In other words, the choice of the best diameter should be made based on what roads, soils and under what conditions the vehicle will have to drive.