Tires and disks are important elements of a car's running gear, because their quality determines the safety and comfort level of both the driver and passengers.

Poor quality tires significantly reduce some of the vehicle's performance (for example, braking distance), and incorrectly selected discs can deform in a seemingly simple situation. Therefore, it is very important to approach the issue of their choice with full responsibility. In addition, the right wheels can perfectly complement the design of the Skoda Rapid.

What tire sizes are recommended by the manufacturer for the Skoda Rapid

First of all, it is necessary to clarify that you should first select the disks, and only then select the tires for them. However, if you already have factory disks, then you can immediately select the most optimal rubber for them. Skoda Rapid, like any other car, has its own disc markings. For example, the standard wheels from the manufacturer, which are installed on the Skoda Rapid, in the Active car modification are designated by the index 5J x 14 ET35. PCD 5 × 100. Below is a decryption of all values \u200b\u200bof the disk marking:

• 5J - number "5" indicates the width of the rim, which is measured in inches, and the letter "J" means the type of profile;
• "14" is the rim diameter in inches. It is important to strike a balance between rim radius and tire profile. Indeed, for large-diameter discs, it is necessary to select low-profile tires, which will somewhat reduce the level of comfort when driving on uneven road surfaces;
• "ET35" - stands for "drive out". The number "35" means the overhang in millimeters. One of the key values, since if the selection is incorrect, friction of the wheel against the suspension elements may occur;
• "PCD 5 x 100" - the location of the wheel bolts, or in common people "bolt pattern". In this case, the disc is fixed by five bolts at a distance of 100 mm. This is a key parameter to rely on when choosing a wheel.

The wheel rim of this car is schematically shown below:

There are various discs of different diameters on a Skoda Rapid car, however, the manufacturer recommends the following types of them:

If the owner of the Skoda Rapid strives to reveal some of the tuning potential of this car, giving it a more sporty character, then you can install R16 or even R17 wheels, which will have a more attractive appearance. But still, this option is most suitable for the summer period. It should also be borne in mind that when installing discs of this radius, the warranty for the suspension elements ceases to apply, since this type of disc is not recommended. In addition, the car's suspension will become less energy-intensive and all the irregularities in the road surface will be greater.

After the discs have been purchased, you can pick up the rubber. It is selected in accordance with the marking of the discs. So, for the 5J x 14 ET35 option. PCD 5 × 100 fit tires marked 175/70 R14. 84T. Below is the decoding of this rubber marking:

• "175" - the width of the tire profile, measured in millimeters;
• "70" - the percentage of the tire's profile height to its width;
• "R" is the type of tire construction, in this case radial;
• "R14" - disc diameter;
• "84" - index of load on one wheel at high speeds. In this case, this load is 515 kg;
• "T" - speed index. In other words, this is a parameter that shows the maximum speed of movement on the specified tires. "T" means speed limit after 190 km / h.

Below is a schematic representation of the decoding of the R15 tire marking:

As for owners who decide to install discs with a 16 radius, the following rule should be followed: the narrower the profile, the better. However, as previously noted, the installation of non-standard wheels will void the owner's warranty on the chassis. The bottom photo shows a black alloy wheel, which looks especially good on the white version of the Skoda Rapid:

What non-standard tire and wheel sizes can be installed on the Skoda Rapid

Before buying freelance wheels, you first need to decide on the type of wheels: stamped, alloy or forged wheels. After that, in accordance with the year of manufacture of the car, as well as its engine, you should decide on the size of the wheels. Below is a table showing the original tire and wheel sizes for the Skoda Rapid, as well as their equivalents, which will greatly simplify the choice of summer and winter wheels:

What is the tire pressure of the Skoda Rapid

The value of the required pressure in the tires of the Skoda Rapid car can be found in the plate, which is located on the driver's door, in the glove compartment, on the fuel tank cap (pictured), and also in some cases under the hood.

In addition, it should be borne in mind that the level of optimal pressure is not always the same and varies depending on driving conditions. The tire pressure indicated on the sticker is assumed to be several values, since the dimensions of the wheels installed, as well as the total load on the car (the number of passengers and the volume of cargo in the luggage compartment) are taken into account. It is extremely important to maintain the optimum pressure level, as this mainly affects the even wear of the wheel tires. For example, if you operate a car on over-pumped wheels, then increased tire wear will be seen in the middle of the tread. If you drive on flat tires, then the tread sides will wear out the fastest, not to mention the possible deformation of the disc when driving on road bumps. It is recommended to check the pressure in the wheels at least once a week and, if necessary, to pump them up. Indeed, due to the difference in tire pressure, the car can be pulled to the side, especially at higher speeds.

Below is a table showing all the main pressure parameters for standard and non-standard wheels of a Skoda Rapid:

Years of release	engine's type	Tire size	Front wheel pressure, atmospheres	Rear wheel pressure, atmospheres
2012-2015	Gasoline	185/60 R15	2.2	2.4
		195/55 R15
		215/45 R16	2.2	2.3
		215/40 R17
	Diesel	185/60 R15	2.2	2.4
		195/55 R15	2.3	2.5
		215/45 R16	2.2	2.3
		215/40 R17	2.4	2.5

Review of the best summer and winter tires for Skoda Rapid

The Skoda Rapid car is quite popular in our country, so without any difficulty you can view the reviews of real owners on different types of tires. Below is a table listing the best models of summer tires in different sizes:

Rubber marking	Model name	Cost, rubles
185/60 R15		1400
	Continental ContiPremiumContact	1700
	Bridgestone Turanza T001 Evo	2300
195/55 R15	Firestone Roadhawk	1700
	Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun	1600
	Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125	3100
175/70 R14	Falken Sincera SN-832 Ecorun	1300
	Hankook Kinergy Eco K425	1500
	Vredestein T-Trac 2	1400

The following table presents a rating of the best winter tires for the Skoda Rapid:

Rubber type	Model	Price, rubles
185/60 R15		1800
	Goodyear UltraGrip 9	1600
	Michelin Alpin A4	2200
195/55 R15	Continental WinterContact TS 860	2500
	Goodyear UltraGrip Performance Gen-1	2300
	Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2400
175/70 R14	Continental WinterContact TS 860	1900
	Goodyear UltraGrip 9	1800
	Pirelli Cinturato Winter	1700

Parameters of standard bolts Skoda Rapid

Fasteners for wheels in Skoda Rapid are presented in the form of bolts, which have standard parameters of M14 diameter and 1.5 thread pitch. All of them have a standard turnkey cap or head on "19", are made of steel, and covered with zinc. In addition, a cone-shaped seat is provided. However, it is worth noting that for all their the same size, the bolts may differ in their length. As a rule, alloy wheels are fixed with longer bolts of 29 and 33 mm, and the standard “stamping” is 27 mm. Included with the wheel bolts are also caps that prevent dust and dirt from entering under its cap.

When installing the wheels, the fastening bolts should be tightened strictly diagonally so that it is evenly pressed against the hub. It is very important to control the tightening torque as the threads can be stripped. It is recommended to first press the wheel evenly on a suspended vehicle, and only then press it without jerking on the ground.

Original wheels on Skoda Rapid

For the Czech car Skoda Rapid, the manufacturer himself produces very stylish and high-quality alloy wheels of different radii. The table below shows several original disc models:

Model name	The size	Model number
Propeller	R15	5JA071495A8Z8
Carme		5JA0714958Z8
Mato		6V00714958Z8
Dione	R16	5JA071496B8Z8
Antia		5JA0714968Z8
Camelot	R17	5JA071497A8Z8
Savio		5JA071497CZG6
Prestige		5JA071497A ZG6

The maximum and minimum possible parameters of non-standard Skoda Rapid disks

The most important parameter when choosing a wheel is its bolt pattern. For a Skoda Rapid, it is 5x100 mm. Based on this parameter, discs of different diameters should be selected. As for the minimum values, it is highly discouraged to use wheels with a diameter of less than 14 inches (although some models will do). This is due to the fact that the manufacturer guarantees a safe and comfortable ride only on standard factory wheel sizes. For example, if you install rims with a radius of 13 on the Skoda Rapid, then there is a high probability of a decrease in ground clearance (it all depends on the type of tires selected). The maximum allowable wheel size is 17 inches, with a larger value, friction between the wheel and the wheel arch may occur when driving on uneven road surfaces.

Disc offset is also an important characteristic that needs to be paid attention to. Its standard value is 35 mm, however, many Skoda Rapid owners install discs with an overhang of 45 mm.

In conclusion, it should be added that the manufacturer Skoda installs standard wheels with a radius of 14, 15 and 16 mm on its Rapid models. It is these parameters that should be adhered to if there is a desire to change the car's shoes. Indeed, many sensor readings (for example, the odometer), as well as the chassis of the car as a whole, depend on the size of the wheels. The larger the radius of the disc, the smaller the profile of the tire, which means that all irregularities from the road surface will be much clearer, which will lead not only to the early wear of the suspension element, but also to possible deformation of the discs.

Today we will talk about wheels for Skoda Rapid , more precisely, about the tires and wheels for this car.

We will discuss in detail the dimensions, tire marking and which wheels to choose for the Skoda Rapid, as well as the operation and the optimal choice of tires for winter and summer.

We will start, of course, with discs for the Skoda Rapid. At the beginning, you should select the disks, and then the tires on them. But if you already have standard wheels, you can also choose the right tires for them. Let's start with the marking of the wheels for the Skoda Rapid. So, the standard wheels that come in the Active configuration for the Skoda Rapid have the following marking 5J x 14 ET35. PCD 5 × 100.Let's figure out what each symbol means in the disc label.

• First character digit 5 - width of the rim of the Rapid disc in inches
• J - letter denoting the shape of the rim profile
• 14 - so many inches in rim diameter
• ET - "disc overhang", that is, the distance in millimeters from the plane of the rim attachment to the plane of symmetry of the disc
• PCD 5 x 100 - "bolt pattern" or location of the rim mounting bolts (5 bolts at intervals of 100 mm).

Active	5 Jx 14ET35.PCD 5x100
Ambition	6 Jx 15ET38.PCD 5x100
Elegance	6 Jx 15ET40.PCD 5x100

If there is a desire, then 16 inch wheels can be installed on the Skoda Rapid, as a tuning solution, but I would recommend this option for the summer and the guarantee for this case, of course, will not apply.

After selecting the disks, you can proceed to the selection of tires. Knowing the marking of the discs, we can select the dimensions skoda Rapid tires ... For example, for the first version of the wheels, tires for Skoda Rapid will have the following markings 175/70 R14. 84T.What do the symbols in the label mean?

• 175 - (in millimeters) the width of the tire profile.
• 70 - (as a percentage of the width) the height of the tire profile
• R - radial tire design
• 14 - disc diameter in inches
• 84 - wheel load index at maximum speed (respectively 84 - maximum load 515kg)
• T - the maximum permissible speed with these tires is 190 km / h

Active	175/70. R14. 84T
Ambition	185/60. R15. 84T
Elegance	195/55. R15. 85T

As you can see, there are not very many options, but as a rule, in the line of tires from well-known manufacturers, you can always pick up several options that are suitable, if not in price, then at least in size.

There is only one piece of advice for R 16 tires. The narrower the better! As noted earlier, installing tires and wheels on the Skoda Rapid other than those recommended by the manufacturer will void your warranty on the chassis of your car. If you limit yourself to the choice of the recommended sizes, you can pick up quite interesting options, since there are many disks of 14 and 15 radius with such parameters. Your safety depends on tires. Make your choice responsibly!

Cast 15-inch wheel on the Skoda Rapid.

When buying a car, as well as when changing the season, many car owners think about choosing wheels for their Skoda Rapid. The choice of disks, as well as tires, is wide enough and every driver can find the ones they like best. However, there are certain subtleties in the selection of these parts. Let's try to describe in detail these or those wheel options for the Skoda Rapid.

Let's start with the choice of disks on the Skoda Rapid

As you know, there are different types of discs:

The minimum configuration of the Skoda Rapid is stamped with the marking - 5J x 14 ET35. PCD 5 × 100 ... What does each number and letter in the name mean?

• 5 - disc rim width (inch)
• J - designation of the shape of the rim profile
• 14 - number of inches of rim diameter
• ET - "disc offset", that is, the distance in millimeters from the plane of attachment of the rim to the plane of symmetry of the disc
• PCD 5 x 100 - Rim Bolt (5 bolts every 10 cm)

Diagram of wheel rim indicators.

• 5J x 14 ET35. PCD 5 × 100
• 6J x 15 ET38. PCD 5 × 100
• 6J x 15 ET40. PCD 5 × 100 depending on the configuration of the machine. , factory disks will look much more elegant with them.

You can also put 16-inch wheels, but it is better to use these in the summer, since only low-profile tires are suitable for them. And it is usually used to flaunt on dry roads with good coverage.

The choice of tires for Skoda Rapid

When you have already decided on the wheels, you can confidently approach the selection of tires for your car.

Rubber is chosen depending on the season. As well as design preferences.

Tires are available in low profile and wide profile.

Low profile designed for dynamic driving. They adhere best to asphalt. However, on a bad road, they can burst, and even bend the disc.

Wide-profile used mainly for average coatings and in the autumn-winter season. These tires will “feel” much better on poor, potholed surfaces.

As for the choice of rubber sizes for the Skoda Rapid, there are three tire options, depending on the wheels that come with each configuration:

• 175/70. R14. 84T
• 185/60. R15. 84T
• 195/55. R15. 85T

And now we will decipher the indicators of tires for the minimum configuration of the Skoda Rapid:

• 175 - tire section width (millimeters)
• 70 - tire profile height (% of width)
• R - radial tire design
• 14 - disc diameter (inches)
  84 - wheel load index at max. speed (which means 84 is max.load 515kg)
• T - with these tires you can accelerate to a maximum of 190 km / h.

Tire performance diagram.

And one more thing to keep in mind:

If you put on Skoda Rapid wheels not from the list recommended by the manufacturer (for example, 16-inch wheels on low-profile tires), then you will automatically void the warranty for the hodovka. And this is very unpleasant, you must agree. Therefore, listen to the recommendations of the automaker - take the ones that are suitable for the parameters. After all, safety on the road also depends on this.

Wheels and tires are an integral part of the car's chassis. They provide a safe and comfortable driving experience for the driver and passengers. The level of reliability that the car will have on the road both in summer and in the cold season depends on the level of their quality.

The savings on vehicle wheels have the expected results: poor quality tires increase stopping distances, contributing to the risk of a road traffic accident, and poor quality wheels crack and deform under light loads.

What standard sizes of rims and tires does KOLOBOX recommend for the Skoda Rapid car?

The size of the wheel components depends on the year of manufacture and vehicle modification. To date, the Skoda Rapid, produced since 2013, is presented in a single modification.

Skoda Rapid 01.01.2013- model year
Tires				Disks
R14
Original	175 / 70R14			Original	6x14 5 * 100 d57-57.1 ET38
				Replacement	5-6x14 5 * 100 d57-100 ET20-46
R15
Original	195 / 55R15			Original	6x15 5 * 100 d57-57.1 ET38
Original	185 / 60R15			Replacement	6-7x15 5 * 100 d57-100 ET20-46
R16
Original	215 / 45R16			Original	6.5-7x16 5 * 100 d57-57.1 ET45-46
				Replacement	6-8x16 5 * 100 d57-100 ET20-46
R17
Original	215 / 40R17			Replacement	6-9.5x17 5 * 100 d57-100 ET20-46

From the data in the table, it is clear that Skoda Rapid tires must have parameters in the following ranges: width 175 to 215 mm, profile value, as division of width by height, from 45 to 70%, and the diameter of radial tires varies from 14 to 17 inches.

What kind of rubber is suitable for Skoda Rapid in winter?

Skoda Rapid is popular in Russia and occupies one of the leading positions in the market. This makes it easier to find suitable car tires for her. on the Internet, it is enough to simply find reviews of the tires used for the Skoda. You can also refer to the lists of leading tires, which differ in technical characteristics and quality.

For rubber marked 175/70 and a diameter of 14 inches, the following brands can be distinguished:

• Pirelli Ice Zero 84T
• Maxxis NP3 Arctic Trekker 88T
• Cordiant Winter Drive PW-1 84T

For tires size 185/60 and diameter 15 (radial design), pay attention to:

• Maxxis NP3 Arctic Trekker 88T
• Pirelli Ice Zero Friction 88T (XL)
• Cordiant Snow Cross (PW-2) 84T
• Nitto Therma Spike 84T

If the driver wants to install tires marked 195/55 and a diameter of 15 inches on the Skoda Rapid, then you need to consider the following models:

• Pirelli Winter Snow Control Serie III 85H
• Cordiant Winter Drive PW-1 85T
• BFGoodrich G-Force Stud 89Q (XL)

Which tires are suitable for the Skoda Rapid in the summer?

When buying summer rubber kits, experienced motorists pay attention to both their appearance and combination with the car, and the properties that these tires will show during operation. It is necessary to focus on the size of the wheels, their suitability for the vehicle. An excessively large wheel diameter will lead to rapid wear of the rubber. the friction created between it and the car arc will slowly break it.

Low-profile tires, as a tuning method, will undermine ride comfort, forcing the driver and his passengers to feel for themselves every imperfection of the road surface. In addition to comfort, the wear resistance of the vehicle's suspension will also suffer.

For size 175/70 with a tire diameter of 14 inches, pay attention to the following models:

• Kama Euro-129 84H
• Nokian Nordman SX 2 175/70 R14 84T
• Hankook Optimo MEO2 K424 84H

• Pirelli Cinturato P1 Verde 88H (XL)
• Kama Euro-236 84H
• Cordiant Sport 2 PS-501 84H

For rubber size 195 / 55R15, you can pay attention to the models:

• Maxxis MA-Z4S Victra 85V
• Pirelli Cinturato P1 Verde 85H (KS)

Laufenn S-Fit EQ (LK01) 85H

The looseness of the rim is the value taken into account when choosing them. Skoda Rapid discs have a 5x100 shape, i.e. five mounting holes located in a circle of 100 mm.

If the driver, during the replacement of car wheels on this car, decided to resort to their freelance characteristics, then you should not choose wheels with the dimension R14. The vehicle manufacturer does not provide guarantees for the comfort and safety of the driver and his passengers while driving.

The maximum disc diameter is 17 inches. When the size is larger, car rubber will wear out during friction against the car's wheel arch.

It is worth sticking to the choice of diameters from 14 to 16 inches, i.e. those that are installed by the manufacturer itself.

For 14-inch wheels, the following pressure must be maintained:

• With a minimum load of 2.1 bar on the front wheels and 2.2 bar on the rear.
• At increased loads 2.4 bar on the front wheels and 2.5 bar on the rear.

For 15-inch tires, you need the following pressure:

• At minimum loads of 2.1 bar on the front wheels and 2.3 bar on the rear.
• With increased loads 2.4 bar on the front wheels and 2.6 bar on the rear.

If the car is equipped with tires with a diameter of 16 inches, the pressure:

• At a minimum load of 2.0 bar on the front wheels and 2.1 bar on the rear.
• At increased loads 2.3 bar on the front wheels and 2.4 bar on the rear.

For tires with a diameter of 17 inches, the following pressure is required:

• With a minimum load of 2.2 bar on the front wheels and 2.2 bar on the rear.
• With increased loads 2.5 bar on the front wheels and 2.5 bar on the rear.

What is the effect of tire and rim size on vehicle performance?

Consider the impact in the table below: