What tires to put on the off-road field?

For its exceptional cross-country ability in various types of off-road conditions, the Chevrolet Niva has gained enormous popularity among Russian SUVs. For excellent cross-country ability, it is not enough to have all-wheel drive; a significant role in this is also played by the traction of the wheels with the ground. Even with all-wheel drive, if there is no tread, the car will not be able to overcome mud obstacles, and if it does, it will cost enormous effort. Therefore, mud tires for the Chevrolet Niva 15 radius were developed specifically for such purposes.

This tire is needed for those who operate their SUV in off-road conditions. By replacing standard tires with mud tires, the vehicle’s maximum off-road driving properties are increased, and the following advantages appear:

• Increases wear resistance when operating an SUV in off-road conditions
• The tread increases traction parameters with the ground
• Dirt stops sticking to tires
• The car begins to move off-road smoother and more confidently
• Due to the high tread, ground clearance increases

In addition to the fact that installing this type of rubber provides many positive aspects, with all this there are also disadvantages, such as:

• Can't reach high speed
• Fuel consumption increases
• Removing such rubber from rims is problematic.

Also a huge disadvantage is that if the car is driven on normal roads where there is asphalt, then such tires quickly wear out. But the owners solve these problems by having special tools.

Which tires are better to choose?

There are several types of tires that are designed for off-road driving:

1. Tires marked as H/T are intended for use in areas with minor off-road conditions. Such tires can withstand loads much greater than standard ones.
2. Tires marked A/T have excellent cross-country ability, both off-road and on roads where there is asphalt. It gives the car excellent stability while driving.
3. Tires marked M/T are classified as extreme types. It is used where there is really severe off-road conditions.

It is used only in off-road conditions, and if you drive it on an asphalt area, this can lead to such factors as:

• Increased noise
• The tread will wear out quickly
• Poor vehicle control

Based on what is said above, we can conclude that the best option would be to use a second type of tire for standard wheels, namely A/T. Another mistake would be if different tires are used on the front and rear axles.

Selection of tires for Niva for lifting

Lifting any car means altering its suspension, namely installing springs with a large number of turns, shock absorbers with long rods, installing spacers for springs and ball joints, as well as trimming wheel arches. This is a rather expensive procedure, which as a result makes it possible to install tires with a larger width and a high profile.

Such work with their car is done by those owners who like to give their car a “strength test” in off-road conditions, and therefore there is no point in installing any tires other than mud tires with an aggressive tread. Of these, four ideal options can be identified.

The first one is YaShZ I-569

. A special tread pattern with sharp edges “bites” perfectly into the dirt, providing high cross-country ability, and the large channels between the blocks quickly clean the tire. Reinforced frame and sidewalls provide resistance to deformation and additional stability. Price - 7 thousand rubles.

Federal Couragia M/T

It will also make you feel confident in the Niva off-road, because the aggressive tread with large blocks allows you to achieve excellent traction and grip performance. Side lugs allow you to move along deep ruts and prevent getting stuck. Price - 7 thousand rubles.

BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM2

is an improved model, with a new, more aggressive and sophisticated tread and large lateral lugs. An increased plane of contact with the surface and a reinforced frame significantly increase traction characteristics and resistance to damage in conditions where there are no roads. Price - 8-9 thousand rubles.

And now, the best-selling off-road - SilverStone MT-117 Sport

with a very thoughtful tread. The central blocks serve to ensure reliable handling and directional stability of the tire on any surface, large blocks of the shoulder areas increase the plane of contact with the surface and also improve traction. Very large distances between the blocks allow the tire to quickly and effectively clean itself from moisture and dirt.

Almost the entire side surface has lugs, providing uncompromising performance when driving on deep or washed-out ruts, and the heavy-duty carcass makes the tire virtually invulnerable to deformation and damage. The cost of the tire is about 7 thousand rubles.

Which size is better to choose

Large tires are perfectly compatible with standard wheels. An excellent choice without installing a lift would be tires 205 75 15 or 205 70 15 or wheels with a radius of 16, the height of such tires will be 26-28 inches. This type of wheels will perform well both in light off-road conditions and in city conditions.

If you still need to overcome serious obstacles, it is better to install 28-29.5 inch tires on the Chevrolet Niva, but then you will need to lift the SUV.

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.

What types are there?

• The Kumho Road Venture is popular due to its affordability and unusual tread pattern. The price for this type of tire is budget and starts from twenty thousand rubles

• Federal Couragia is popular due to the fact that it retains its properties for a long time and also has excellent adhesion properties. Good for those who love extreme holidays

• BF Goodrich Mud Terrain, when compared with other types, this tire differs from others in that it has excellent off-road performance, as well as excellent grip on asphalt. The price for a set starts from twenty-seven thousand rubles.

Concluding all of the above, it can be noted that the final decision on what type of tires to choose will be up to the car owner, and the main decision can be made based on the conditions in which the SUV will be used.

High-quality car tires are the key to reliable operation of a vehicle. For this purpose, SHINSERVICE LLC offers a large selection of tires for Chevrolet Niva. The catalogs present a wide range of tire sizes for various operating conditions.

We offer both summer and winter tires for the popular model of domestic SUV. All-season tires are also available for year-round use. They differ in the composition of the rubber mixture, tread pattern and texture depth.

The tires for Chevrolet Niva that we offer are characterized by:

• high quality;
• reliability;
• wear resistance;
• protection from mechanical damage.

The catalog contains products for any year of manufacture and modification of an SUV.

Which tires to choose for a Chevrolet Niva

There is no clear answer here. For each owner, the best option will be the one that suits his driving style and the characteristics of the car. Some prefer road models, while others opt for all-season options such as KShZ K-139. If the owner often goes off-road, then it is better to take AT tires. You can find out more about which wheels are installed in different conditions.

Summer tires

Obviously, it is necessary to install harder tires for the summer. The optimal tire in this case is Cordiant Comfort PS-400, which has excellent properties and a developed tread that allows you to drive off the asphalt. In addition, the tires have excellent puncture resistance due to their good rigidity. You will also be pleased with the cost of the model, which is around 2000 rubles apiece.

Another excellent option is Kama Euro 129. This is a two-layer tire with an asymmetrical pattern and can withstand hydroplaning well. At the same time, the cost of one tire is 1.5-2000 rubles.

Supporters of advanced technologies can recommend Yokohama A349A tires. Multiple drainage channels eliminate aquaplaning even at high speeds. Moreover, this tire is able to guarantee excellent acoustic comfort and provides excellent stability when driving on rough terrain. The asking price is 5,000 rubles per wheel.

Winter tires

During sub-zero temperatures, summer tires become dull and do not provide proper grip. Moreover, the braking distance with such a kit will be much longer, which could potentially lead to an emergency. Therefore, for the winter period it is necessary to install special soft tires with a developed tread pattern.

For mild winters, the recommended model is the Michelin Latitude Alpin. Snow tires are designed specifically for all-wheel drive vehicles and have a unique tread pattern that effectively removes dirt and snow (thereby providing excellent resistance to soaping). Additional benefits include excellent sidewall rigidity and excellent wear resistance. The downside is the high cost - around 7 thousand rubles per wheel.

For harsh winters with lots of snow and ice, the Continental General Tire Altimax Arctic model is suitable. Special RCT technology ensures maximum efficiency both in the city and on snow-covered roads outside of it. The soft compound does not tan even at very low temperatures, which means that the tire fully retains its functionality. In addition, the tire has the option of additionally installing studs, which allows you to make it a truly “evil” rubber. The cost of the model ranges between 6-7 thousand rubles.

Among the budget options, it is worth noting the Amtel NordMaster ST-310 model. The cost of the wheel is 3 thousand rubles, and among the advantages they note excellent grip when moving on ice (thanks to spikes) and excellent wear resistance. The disadvantages include the increased noise of the kit.

All-season

This option is only suitable for leisurely movement. All-season tires behave worse than specialized tires (summer or winter). Among the popular options, it is worth noting the Maxxis mt 762 bighorn. The model allows you to ride all year round, as well as go on serious off-road conditions.

Other options include the Cooper Discovery STT. The advantages of the tire are its amazing rigidity (guaranteeing excellent wear resistance), developed tread (allowing you to drive off-road), as well as a special mixture composition (performing well in any temperature conditions). The disadvantage of the model is the rather high price - from 7 thousand rubles.

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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.

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.

Choosing mud tires for Niva

Niva SUVs are equipped by default only with all-season tires K 156-1 from the Kirov Tire Plant.
When installing tires on a car, you should pay attention to the tires of the Kama I 511 model. They are available in studded and studless versions. Today there are a lot of different models on the market, so you need to pay attention to additional criteria. The main thing is the tire size, which will be discussed later. The right choice will help the Niva to be used in mud without additional modifications.

You also need to pay attention to the load factor and speed index. If frequent driving while loaded is expected, then the first criterion is dominant, if fast driving on a well-rolled dirt road is the second one.

The heat resistance index (preservation of tire characteristics when air temperature changes) is important. There are three parameters: A, B and C, the best is marking A. Careful owners need to pay attention to the wear resistance index (the conditional maximum mileage value under standard conditions) – the best is also index A.

Tire sizes

The Niva SUV leaves the factory with standard rollers with a diameter of R16. Their size is 185/75 P16 with an outer tire diameter of 28 inches. However, many owners prefer to install tires with sizes 215/70/R16, 215/75/R16 or 215/65/R16. Increasing the tire width provides a larger contact patch and better off-road traction.

Some people refuse rollers with this radius, preferring smaller R15 wheels with typical sizes 205/70/R15 or 215/75/R15. This choice has a positive effect on the smoothness of the ride and reduces the noise from the tires making its way through the wheel arches.

Without lift and cutting arches

Obviously, stock wheels are a universal solution that does not always provide reliable traction when driving in mud. If the driver has increased requirements, then it is necessary to install other wheels - fortunately, many options are equipped with standard wheels.

One of the most popular is the Yokohama Geolandar MT, whose unique technologies have made a splash in the world of tires. They provide optimal contact with the heavy canvas in almost any conditions and do not wear out quickly. For lovers of budget options, we can recommend the Kumho Road Venture MT KL71, but it is designed for off-road use and wears out quickly on asphalt.

With lift and arch cutting

Some options are quite good from the point of view of operation, but require some modifications such as trimming the arches or lifting the body. So, an affordable and reliable option is the Ya-569 Bear.

The quality is not inferior to foreign analogues, and the price exceeds them. But this tire is designed for lifting , just like the Cordiant off-Road, which at the same price (4 thousand) has excellent grip on mud and tolerates asphalt surfaces well.

Winter off-road tires for Niva

If you often have to drive off-road in winter, where there is a lot of snow, then it makes sense to install the BFgoodrich Mud-Terrain KM2 mud kit. It is a universal option for traveling in deep snow or severe off-road conditions. Does not flatten even with low pressure and provides maximum grip.

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.

What size wheels is best for a Chevrolet Niva?

Actually, I want to tell the audience what kind of wheels I have on my Shevik and how they fit the tires I use from Hankuk. Ordinary inexpensive stampings, received along with the tires from the previous owner. By the way, the tires are completely new. look like this:

In general, a standard VAZ 15-inch wheel with the following characteristics (see photo):

Now, for those for whom this marking is not clear, let’s take a closer look:

6J - width of the rim in inches 15 - actually, the diameter of the rim - I have 15″h3 rims - 2 humps, which significantly increases the protection of the wheel from disassembly. So if you drive on flat tires on shit, the risk of dismounting will be less than if you had H rims. Well, at speed when cornering, the tire will not fly off the rim)) ET40 - the second most important indicator after diameter is rim offset. The lower the number, the wider the wheel will be.

This combination is standard for the 2004 Chevrolet Niva. Although for many other years too.

Next, the disc should first be selected not for the car, but for the tires. I have 215/75/R15 tires - let's see how the wheels feel in the wheel arches, whether anything catches when the steering wheel is turned to maximum, whether the fender liners rub.

For those who want to “stick” 235/75/R15 wheels on a Chevy, read this article about the dependence of the disc offset (ET) on the tire size. I think that for 235 wheels the optimal offset (so that nothing catches) would be 35.

With the steering wheel turned as far as possible to the left, the front left wheel is almost flush, but the car is on a hill and this is also worth taking into account. Having parked the car straight, nothing catches even with 3 passengers inside.

Further, the front right wheel (turned to the left and inward) does not touch anything at all, neither outside nor inside.

Basically, when driving through mud in the summer, I didn’t notice any suspicious sounds, nothing stuck, although there were several kilograms of dirt on the wheels. Therefore, I think that this size of wheels is just perfect for the Chevrolet Niva. And for this tire size it will also be normal. So I recommend it if you have a Niva Chevrolet.

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In terms of money, such discs cost 1,500 apiece - mega-budget. I’ve been driving them for a year now, I’ve been flying into decent potholes at 90 speeds, nothing has really bent. Reliable, indestructible disks and cheap))

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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.

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.

Those car owners who have ever tried to choose winter tires for a Niva are well aware that the choice is relatively small. The standard sizes of Niva tires with a diameter of 16 inches leave few options for tire brands and models.

To expand the number of options for winter tires suitable for installation, many Niva owners prefer to replace standard wheels with a diameter of 16" with 15" wheels, for example, from the Chevrolet Niva, which fit without any modifications.

From this article you will learn:

The editors of the website "First on Tires" have selected the top 10 best options for winter tires for the Niva.

Summer tires for Chevrolet Niva

To choose the right summer tires for an SUV, you must strictly follow the manufacturer's recommendations. The tire size must correspond to the size recommended by the manufacturer.

An important parameter when choosing summer tires for a Chevrolet Niva is the speed index. Since the Chevrolet Niva has a maximum speed of 140 km/h, tires marked M and N are suitable.

Yokohama A349A tires are perfect. They have an improved drainage system, which is achieved thanks to longitudinal drainage grooves and transverse grooves located in the shoulder area. This tire model is characterized by excellent stability, including when driving on rough terrain or mud. Tread blocks assembled in even stripes provide acoustic comfort. The price per unit starts from 5,000 rubles*.

Often, the Chevrolet Niva is equipped with the domestic model of two-ply Kama Euro 129 tires. They have an asymmetric tread pattern. This rubber is quite wear-resistant, excellent road grip and good resistance to aquaplaning are also noted. The price per unit is 1500-2000 rubles*.

Summer tires for Niva Chevrolet

The choice of wheels and tires for the Chevrolet Niva should be taken with full responsibility - after all, the correct choice will determine how the car will behave on the road in the future and what driving performance it shows. The correct choice of tires, taking into account all the nuances, will give the car owner real pleasure from driving the car.

*Prices are current as of February 2020.

Standard 16" tire options

The standard tire size for Niva is quite unique - 185\75\R16 - narrow and tall tires of 16 diameter. Not many manufacturers produce tires of this size, and even fewer produce narrow and tall winter tires of 16 diameter.

Since the Niva is primarily an SUV, studded tires are most often selected for it.

Among the most popular are Voltyre VLI-5 and VLI -10. Tires of this particular brand are installed at the factory, so this option is the most inexpensive. But not the most optimal, since the driving characteristics of these tires leave much to be desired.

For standard sizes you can also find winter studded tires of such models as:

• Amtel K182A (Seven Hills)
• Cordiant Business
• Gislaved NordFrost Van
• Nokian Nordman C
• Nokian Hakkapeliita C Cargo
• Michelin Agilis X-ice North
• Good Year Cargo Ultra Grip

Among the options for the standard Niva size you can find tires of the following models:

• KShZ K182A (Amtel Seven Hills)
• Kama Euro LCV
• Rosava LTW
• Viatti Vettore Brina
• Belshina Bravado
• Tigar Cargo Speed
• Yokohama W.Drive
• Hankook Winter Ipike
• Continental VanContact
• Nokian WRC3

However, it is worth mentioning that except for the domestic Amtel, Cordiant and Kama, as well as the Ukrainian Rosava and Belarusian Belshina, all other tires will be quite expensive, so most Niva owners will not consider them as winter tires for their car. Because instead of these expensive 16-radius tires, you can install 15-radius tires, which will cost significantly less.

15" tire options

The tire sizes 195\70\R15 and 205\70\R15 are specified as acceptable for use by the Niva manufacturer. In this size you can already find quite a lot of relatively inexpensive and at the same time good winter tires.

For example, among studded options, the following models are quite popular:

• Viatti Vettore Inverno
• Amtel NordMaster
• Nexen Winguard WinSpike
• Cordiant SnowCross
• Gislaved NordFrost 100
• Yokohama F700Z
• Yokohama IceGuard IG35
• Matador MP 30
• Kumho WinterCraft ice

Among the non-studded tires in this size, the following models are suitable for the Niva:

• Tunga Nordway
• Nexen Winguard ice
• Viatti Vettore Brina
• Nokian Nordman RS
• Yokohama IceGuard IG 30
• Sava Eskimo Ice
• Dunlop Graspic DS3
• Kumho KW 7400
• Toyo Observe Gsi-5

And there are quite a lot of different tire models, the cost of which will be more expensive than the models listed above.

By the way, it should be noted that the manufacturer recommends size 205\75\R15 as standard tires for the Chevrolet Niva. However, the choice of such tires is also quite scarce. Therefore, many owners install the same models described above as winter tires on Chevy Niva.

Tires for lifting and without

The cornerstone of the tire selection issue is the need for additional modifications. There are a number of proposals that fit perfectly onto a standard VAZ 21214 car wheel and do not require widening of wheel arches, etc. work. It is important to understand which tires require mandatory lifting, and which ones will become like native tires on your Niva without any problems.

If you are one of those drivers who don’t need an extra headache, then the almost standard version of tires like 205/70 R15 or 205/75 R15 is exactly your choice. Having a large profile width and height, they absolutely painlessly replace standard wheels, seriously adding cross-country ability and aesthetic power to your iron horse. If you select tires for standard rims, then the 215/65 R16 option is perfect; a further increase in the tire profile, even by reducing the radial diameter, will certainly lead to rubber rubbing during deep turns on the wheel arch protectors (we are talking about 215/75 R15 and higher , it’s better not to install such wheels without modifications).

Lifting slightly expands the range of choices and also significantly increases the cross-country ability of your car. A spartan kit that allows you to raise the height of the suspension costs about 4 thousand rubles and is easy to install with your own hands right in the garage thanks to detailed instructions. The clearance of the VAZ 2121 increases and it becomes possible to install really serious off-road tires (235/70 R16, 235/75 R15 or 240/80 R15).

Top 10 models of winter tires for Niva

It is difficult to find good winter tires for the standard size 185\75\R16, and they are quite expensive. Apart from Amtel, Cordiant and Kama, as well as the Ukrainian Rosava and Belarusian Belshina, by and large, there is nothing else to choose from. Therefore, our top 10 will consist of R15 models.

Among the tires of dimensions 195\70\R15 and 205\70\R15 offered on YandexMarket, we choose those that have a high rating, a large number of positive reviews, as well as those that have an attractive price. These tires will be:

1. Gislaved Nord Frost 100 (spikes)
2. Nokian Nordman RS (Velcro)
3. Hankook Ipike (Velcro)
4. Sava Eskimo Ice (Velcro)
5. Dunlop Grandtrek Ice 02 (studs)
6. Toyo Observe G3-ice (spikes)
7. Cordiant SnowCross (studs)
8. Yokohama IceGuard IG 30 (Velcro)
9. Nokian Hakkapeliitta R (Velcro)
10. Yokohama F700Z (spikes)

Dimensions

The manufacturer installs tires of a strictly regulated size on the Niva model. By default, the wheels here are sized 185/75/R16. These are the wheels that are relevant for Niva 2121/2131 or 4x4 models. Depending on operating conditions and driver preferences, the manufacturer allows the installation of tires of a different radius or size.

Many people abandon R16 wheels in favor of 15 rollers to improve ride smoothness and reduce noise. The most popular non-standard sizes are 185/75/R16, 205/70/R15 or 205/70/R16.

You need to understand that not only the appearance, but also the handling of the car, as well as other characteristics, depend on the size of the tires. The 205/70/R16 tire has a nicer design, but will perform worse when driving off-road than 205/75/R15 rollers. Below is a table that gives an idea of ​​changes in the behavior of the car depending on the type of shoe (15th or 16th wheels).