1998 Lada Niva Luxe
The 1998 Lada Niva Luxe tire size and wheel specifications below reflect standard OEM reference fitment data for this trim level.
Detailed tire and wheel breakdown for the 1998 Lada Niva
Tire geometry â 185/75R16
The 185/75R16 fitted to the 1998 Lada Niva has a section width of 185mm and an aspect ratio of 75%, mounted on a 16-inch rim. That gives a sidewall height of 138.8mm (5.46") and an overall outside diameter of 683.9mm (26.93"). At highway speed this tire completes roughly 465 revolutions per kilometre, which is what your speedometer and odometer are calibrated against.
Plus-sizing window
If you want to upsize wheels on the 1998 Lada Niva while keeping the speedometer accurate, target a 195/65R17 (plus-one). For a softer ride or winter setup, a 175/87R15 (minus-one) keeps the overall diameter within Âą3% of stock, which is the industry tolerance for ABS and stability control to stay calibrated.
Wheel fitment specs
The 1998 Lada Niva uses a 5x139.7 bolt pattern with a 98.5mm hub bore. Safe rim width range for the OEM tire is 5.0J â 6.0J, and offsets in the ET53 â ET63 window will clear suspension and fender without rubbing on most setups.
Tire pressure guidance
Manufacturer-recommended cold tire pressure for the 1998 Lada Niva is printed on the driver-side door jamb sticker â always defer to that value, not to the maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall. Check pressure monthly and before long trips; under-inflation by 20% can reduce tread life by 25%.
Fitment Specifications
| Engine & Trim | Tire Size | Rim Size | Offset (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luxe | 185/75R16 | 16" x 5.5 | ET58 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What tire size does the 1998 Lada Niva Luxe use?
The 1998 Lada Niva Luxe uses 185/75R16 tires as standard equipment.
What is the bolt pattern of the 1998 Lada Niva Luxe?
The 1998 Lada Niva Luxe has a 5x139.7 bolt pattern with a center bore of 98.5mm.
What is the wheel offset of the 1998 Lada Niva Luxe?
The 1998 Lada Niva Luxe has a wheel offset of ETET58.