On the Internet you can find many tables indicating which cases are suitable for which model. The disadvantage of these tables is the partial listing of cars, because it will not be possible to include all the cars. Actually this is not necessary. It is enough to know the dimensions and shape of the seat to choose the size of the covers.
There are only two sizes: S and M. S is small, and M is standard. They differ in size and shape.
Size S is designed for compact seats with a more sloping backrest at the top (these are found on Kalina, Daewoo Nexia, Renault Clio) in A and B class cars.
- back - 60/44/52 cm (A/B/C)
- seat - 52/48 cm (D/E)
Sample list of cars with S size seats*
| Audi | A1, A2 |
| BMW | Episode 1 (04 - 07) |
| Chery | |
| Chevrolet | Lanos, Lacetti, Aveo, Spark |
| Citroen | C2, C3 |
| Daewoo | Tico, Matiz |
| Fiat | Panda, Punto, Albea, 500 |
| Ford | Ka, Fiesta, Fusion |
| Honda | Jazz, Civic |
| Hyundai | i20, i30, Atos, Getz, Accent |
| Kia | Rio, Picanto |
| Mazda | 2, 3 |
| Mitsubishi | Colt |
| Nissan | Note, Micra |
| Opel | Tigra, Corsa, Astra |
| Peugeot | 1007, 107, 206, 207, 306, 307, 308 |
| Renault | Logan, Symbol, Twingo, Clio |
| Seat | Ibiza, Leon |
| Skoda | Fabia, Roomster |
| Suzuki | Swift, Ignis, SX4, Jimny |
| Toyota | Aygo, Yaris, Vitz, Corolla, Echo |
| Volvo | C30 |
| VolksWagen | Lupo, Polo, Golf |
| VAZ | 1111, 2104-2109, 21099, 2110-2121, Granta, Kalina, Largus, Priora |
| UAZ | 3151 Hunter |
*The list is provided for informational purposes only and is not complete.
In the Autopro catalog, size S is available in two series:
- Matrix (eco leather, velor);
- Gobelin (jacquard).
The M size is designed to fit regular sized seats with a backrest without much tapering at the top. Ford Focus, Land Rover Explorer, BMW X5, AUDI 80 - all these are cars with M size seats.
- back - 64/46/56 cm (A/B/C)
- seat - 56/48 cm (D/E)
Sample list of vehicles with M-size seats*
| Audi | 80, 90, 100, 200, A2, A3, A4, A6, TT |
| BMW | Series 1 (since 2010), Series 3, Series 5, Series 7, X5, Mini One, Mini Cooper, X3, X6, M6 |
| Chery | Amulet, Tiggo |
| Chevrolet | Astro, Blazer, Captiva, Tracker, Aveo, Lacetti, Lanos, Niva, Cruze, Cobalt, Epica |
| Chrysler | Town&County, Voyager |
| Citroen | AX, BX, ZX, Berlingo, Jumper, Saxo Visa LN, Xantia, C2, C3, C4, C5, C8, XM |
| Daewoo | Espero, Laganza, Magnus, Nubira, Gentra |
| Daihatsu | Charmant, Sirion, Move, Rocky, Feroza |
| Dodge | Caravan, Caliber |
| Fiat | Brava, Bravo, Idea, Marea, Weekend, Panda, Punto, Stilo, Doblo |
| Ford | Escort, Ka, Maverick, Ranger, Focus, Focus II, Focus C-Max, Fusion, Escape, Galaxy |
| Great Wall | Safe, Deer |
| Honda | Concerto, CR-V, HR-V, FR-V, Logo, Accord, Civic, Jazz |
| Hyundai | Lantra, Matrix, Sonata, Santa Fe, Tuscon, Tiburon, Grandeur, Elantra, Solaris |
| Kia | Ceed, Cerato, Clarus, Magentic, Shuma, Rio, Spectra, Sorento, Sportage |
| Mazda | 626, 121, 2, 3, 6, 323 S, RX-7, RX-8, MX-5, CX-5, CX-7, CX-9, Familia, MPV |
| Mercedes | 100, 190, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, R-Class, CLK, SLK, GL, ML |
| Mitsubishi | Galant, Carisma, Colt, Lancer, Outlander, Delica, Diamante, Dingo, Dion, Eclipse, Pajero, Mirage |
| Nissan | Maxima, Primera, Avenir, Murano, Note, Cedric, Liberty, Cefiro, Pathfinder, Skyline, X-Trail, Terrano, Patrol |
| Opel | Calibra, Kadett, Manta, Tigra, Agila, Astra, Combo, Meriva, Signum, Vectra, Zafira |
| Peugeot | 106, 204, 205, 306, 307, 309, Partner, 406, 407 |
| Renault | Clio, Laguna, Megane, Scenicll, Twingo, Scenic, Modus, Safrane, Sandero, Logan, Duster |
| Rover | 200, 214, 400, Mini, 45, 75, ZT, ZS |
| Seat | Alhambra, Altea, Arosa, Cordoba, Ibiza, Leon, Toledo |
| Skoda | Favorit, Felicia, Forman, Fabia, Oktavia, Superb |
| SsangYong | Musso |
| Subaru | Impreza, Legacy, Leone, Forester, Outback, Tribeca |
| Suzuki | SJ 410, SJ 412, Alto, Baleno, Swift, Grand Vitara, Ignis, Wagon R, Jimny |
| Toyota | Camry, Carina, Lavd Cruiser, Lite Ace, RAV 4, 4 Runner, Starlet, Tercel, Avensis, Corolla, Prius |
| Volvo | C30, S40, S60, S70, S80, V40, V40-Cross Country, V50, V60, V70, XC60, XC70, XC90 |
| VW | Golf, Golf II, Jetta, Scirocco, Bora, Polo, Passat |
| TaGAZ | Tingo ('12- ) |
| GAS | 3102, 3110, Siber |
| UAZ | 3160, 3162, 3163, Patriot, Pickup |
What types of steering wheel braids are there?
Material
Modern materials for making braids are different, for example:
Leather or leather substitute is a classic, win-win option for a purchase or gift. Suitable for both male and female drivers.
Fur, suede, plush - such braids on the steering wheel can be seen among drivers of the fair half of humanity.
Poloron is a youth version of steering wheel braids; they captivate with their design and various colors; this accessory is universal and suitable for young and energetic drivers.
Dimensions
Like clothes, braids have their own sizes - S, M, L, XL.
S (35-37 cm) is the smallest braid size, it is suitable for small cars, for example, such as: Oka, Tavria or cars with a sports steering wheel;
M (37-38 cm) – considered the most common size of steering wheel braids, suitable for most passenger cars, for example: Lada Granta, Lada Kalina, Lada Priora, as well as a wide range of foreign brands;
L (39-40 cm) – suitable for cars: VAZ 10 family, Volga, Niva, Moskvich or cars from VAZ 2101 to 2107;
XL (42-43 cm) – suitable for cars with a fairly large steering wheel, such as UAZ, Gazelle, etc.
There are braids in larger sizes, for example:
47 cm, which is suitable for imported trucks;
49 cm, such braids are suitable for a vehicle such as Kamaz.
Types of braids on the steering wheel.
Covers do not require additional actions to fix on the steering wheel other than putting them on directly. Complete donning will not take more than 20 minutes, provided that the buyer-car owner has not made any mistake with the size.
The advantages of this type:
A wide selection of models of all shapes, models, colors and shades. Quick and easy installation. Even a complete beginner can figure it out.
Disadvantages of this type:
Aesthetically, although the steering wheel becomes more attractive, there is still some “unfinishedness”. Constant physical impact on the cover causes the braid to begin to stretch. Thus, over time, the braid will begin to not sit tightly on the steering wheel, which in turn will lead to slipping. And this causes very great inconvenience when driving.
put the cover on the steering wheel
Sheathing covers are a kind of “new skin”, in their subgroup they are divided into two types according to the type of direct fastening. Using a lace or a special thread. A more advanced variation of the braid is a kind of steering wheel wrap.
The advantages of this type:
Aesthetic - allows you to get an excellent result, a well-tightened steering wheel will be pleasing to the eye and fit perfectly into the interior. It fits tightly to the steering wheel, there is no risk of slipping. Durable.
The downside is that installation is difficult, you need to spend a lot of time and have some sewing skills. To obtain an ideal result, it may be necessary to remove the steering wheel.
The first car that appeared, in addition to the engine and wheels, also had such an important device through which the vehicle was actually controlled. Such a device is the steering wheel, or popularly the steering wheel. Over the centuries, this product has been improved, supplemented, modernized and acquired a new look and shape.
Chevrolet Niva is a car from the SUV class, which also has a steering wheel. This article will tell you exactly about the steering wheel in the Chevrolet Niva.
How to select
Don't know how to determine sizes? The surest way is to measure the diameter of the steering wheel or find this parameter in the operating instructions for the car of the desired model.
However, there are cases when this is difficult or impossible to do, for example, if the braid is bought as a gift.
In this case, you can focus on the make of the car.
For cars such as Tavria, Oka, cars with a sports steering wheel, size S is suitable - the smallest. Diameter – 35-37 cm.
The most common size is M. Nowadays, most cars have a standard steering wheel with a diameter of 37-39 cm.
These are almost any foreign passenger cars, as well as Lada Kalina, Lada Priora, Lada Granta, etc.
If the braid is chosen for a VAZ 2101-2107, 21011, 21013, Niva, Volga or Moskvich, then the car has a steering wheel diameter of 39-40 cm, which corresponds to L.
XL – GAZELLE, UAZ, etc. (42-43 cm).
But there are also larger braids, for example for imported trucks, KAMAZ.
In any case, it is better to check this parameter with the seller.
But, of course, the braid is selected not only by size, but also by color (this depends only on personal preferences and the interior design).
It is best to select the color of the braid according to the color of the seats, then the interior design will be even more unique and interesting.
The material of this accessory is also important.
Steering wheel braid - dimensions
Deciding on the size of the steering wheel cover is quite simple if you are purchasing it for yourself and not taking it as a gift. To do this, you just need to measure the diameter of your steering wheel and select the size of the cover according to it.
How to choose the steering wheel braid size?
But what if you are purchasing the case as a gift? Today on sale you can find covers of various sizes: S (35-37 cm), M (37-38 cm), L (39-40 cm), XL (42-43 cm), XXL (47 cm), XXXL (49 cm).
Size S (35-37 cm). This size is perfect for small cars: Oka, Tavria or for cars with a sports steering wheel. This size will also fit the Kia Picanto; it has a steering wheel diameter of 37 centimeters (the cover will fit with difficulty, but will fit clearly).
Size M (37-38 cm) . The most common size that fits most foreign-made passenger cars. Size M can be confidently called standard, it is suitable for cars: Kia (Rio, Venga, Ceed, Soul, Sorento, Optima, Sportage, etc.), Nissan (Murano, Almera, Terrano, Sentra, Juke, Teana, etc.), Ford (Focus, Mondeo, Kuga, Ranger, etc.), Toyota (Corolla, Auris), Volvo (V40, S60, S80, etc.), Chevrolet (Cruze, Aveo, Spark, etc.), VAZ (2108-2109, 21010 - 2115, Granta, Kalina, Priora), and many, many other foreign cars. In general, you understand, if you have a foreign passenger car or a domestic car from the list above, then you can take size M with 95% confidence.
What are there
Typically, steering wheel covers are made from leather, leather substitute, or foam rubber (sponge).
A win-win option is leather. Despite the fact that this is the most expensive material, it has many advantages.
The advantages also include elasticity, strength, and ease of maintenance of the material.
Such braids look expensive and stylish.
If you still don’t like the price, you can choose covers made from leather substitute or sponge.
Leatherette braids are similar to leather braids, so if you are on a budget, you can choose this option.
Sponge steering wheel covers make driving especially comfortable, as the foam rubber prevents your hands from slipping.
There are interesting models that take the shape of the driver’s hands and seem to “remember” it.
There are also models with special pads that massage your palms while driving, which prevents your hands from getting tired.
The advantages are also the low price compared to leather and a variety of colors, which allows you to take into account the tastes of any consumer.
Which steering wheel braid should I choose?
But let's start choosing the braid for the steering wheel. We will select it according to parameters.
Material. Today on the market you can find steering wheel braids made of various materials. Most often, girls buy “fun” soft steering wheel covers made of velor, fabric, suede, plush, foam rubber, while men prefer classic options made of genuine leather or leatherette. The most durable and advantageous option is the one made of genuine leather, but such popular cases made of foam rubber very quickly become crushed and lose their shape.
Color and design. You should not buy a steering wheel cover that does not match the color scheme of your car's interior. So, if your interior is black, it is better to take the same dark steering wheel cover and leave beige models to the corresponding cars. Of course, everyone chooses a cover in accordance with their taste preferences, but sometimes this choice looks simply monstrous, especially if a colorful velor cover with butterflies is placed in an incredibly stylish and beautiful car.
Fixation method. There are two main types of steering wheel braids: covers that do not require covering, and the steering wheel braids themselves, which are fixed to it using special threads. Each variety has its own pros and cons. Fixed covers are quite easy to put on, however, during use, such covers can twist and slide if the cover does not fit tightly enough. The steering wheel braids can be completely integrated into the interior, so that an uninformed person will not even know that it is not native to this car, however, there are difficulties in covering the steering wheel with such a braid. You need to have a certain skill, free time and patience to cover the steering wheel yourself. You will learn how this is done further down in this article.
Review of steering wheel covers for some manufacturers
Currently, the car accessories market offers a wide selection of products from various manufacturers.
Let's look at the braids of some of them.
The most widely used braids are from AUTOPROFI.
The manufacturer pleases customers with a wide range, constant new products, and low prices.
In addition, AUTOPROFI has a series of prestigious Luxury braids, which have a distinctive feature - inserts of remnants of Ferrari automobile production.
The advantage is the use of natural and fairly high-quality leather.
This manufacturer is known for producing its products from materials used by BMW, Audi, and Mercedes factories.
As a minus, buyers note the pungent odor of the products, which lasts for a long time.
AUTOLUXE attracts with its wide selection and low price.
However, the disadvantages include the characteristic smell of rubber, rapid wear of sponge products, and loss of color.
My Car features materials that are pleasant to the touch.
The inside of the case has a ribbed structure that prevents slipping.
The colors and materials are so varied that they are ideal for women.
For example, in the online store you can find leopard-print velor braid.
Sparco products boast highly durable eco-leather material.
In places of girth, the braids have a relief structure.
The colors are usually bright and dynamic, great for young drivers.
They note that they are pleasant to the touch and do not slip.
The disadvantages are that after long trips there may be a smell on your hands, and some models are slightly smaller than stated on the packaging.
President are famous for their high quality and durability.
Some noted a situation where the sizes were larger than necessary (unlike Sparco).
And although the prices are slightly higher than those of the previously listed companies, the quality is justified and there are no serious complaints.
The most expensive and high-quality products are FRENZO braids.
Thanks to laser technology, they fit perfectly, genuine leather is very elastic, impregnated with a water-repellent composition.
No unpleasant pungent odors are observed during operation.
Thus, it is impossible to recommend any one manufacturer, since each has its own advantages and disadvantages.
When choosing, the buyer will rely on the ratio of price and quality.
