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ALPINA B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series) generations and tyre sizes

B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series)

E21

1978 – 1983
Petrol125–160 kW (170–218 PS)Manual
195/50 R15
B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series)

E30

1987 – 1990
Petrol187–192 kW (254–261 PS)Manual
205/50 R16
B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series)

E36

1992 – 1999
Petrol177–245 kW (241–333 PS)Manual
235/40 R17
B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series)

E46

1999 – 2003
Petrol206–224 kW (280–305 PS)Manual / Automatic
225/40 R18
B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series)

E46 (1. Facelift)

2001 – 2006
Petrol206–224 kW (280–305 PS)Manual / Automatic
225/40 R18
B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series)

E90/E91/E92/E93

2005 – 2010
Diesel, Petrol147–265 kW (200–360 PS)Manual / Automatic
225/40 R18245/40 R18
B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series)

E90/E91/E92/E93 (1. Facelift)

2008 – 2013
Diesel, Petrol157–300 kW (213–408 PS)Manual / Automatic
245/40 R18245/35 R19
B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series)

F30/F31

2013 – 2015
Diesel, Petrol257–301 kW (349–409 PS)Automatic
/ R
B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series)

F30/F31 (1. Facelift)

2015 – 2019
Diesel, Petrol257–324 kW (349–441 PS)Automatic
/ R245/35 R19
B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series)

G20/G21

2020 – 2022
Diesel, Petrol261–340 kW (355–462 PS)Automatic
255/35 R19
B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series) B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3er-Reihe) G20/G21 (1. Facelift)

B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3er-Reihe) G20/G21 (1. Facelift)

2022 – 2024
Diesel, Petrol261–364 kW (355–495 PS)Automatic
255/35 R19
B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series) B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3er-Reihe) G20/G21 (2. Facelift)

B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3er-Reihe) G20/G21 (2. Facelift)

2024 – 2025
Diesel, Petrol261–389 kW (355–529 PS)Automatic
255/35 R19

For the ALPINA B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series) in 2026, the top-rated tyres are Continental Sportcontact 7 (rated 10.0/10) and Hankook Ventus Evo (rated 9.9/10). The ALPINA B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series) uses 8 tyre sizes across 12 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best tyres for ALPINA B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series)?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated tyres for ALPINA B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series) are: Continental Sportcontact 7 (10.0/10), Hankook Ventus Evo (9.9/10), Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S (9.6/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit ALPINA B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series)?
The ALPINA B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series) uses the following tyre sizes: 195/50 R15, 205/50 R16, 235/40 R17, 225/40 R18, 245/40 R18, 245/35 R19, / R, 255/35 R19.
How many generations does the ALPINA B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series) have?
The ALPINA B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series) has 12 generations, from 1978 to 2024.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for ALPINA B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series)?
For wet road performance on ALPINA B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series), the top-rated tyres are Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10) And Hankook Ventus Evo (9.0/10).
Are Continental Sportcontact 7 good for ALPINA B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series)?
Yes, the Continental Sportcontact 7 is the top-rated tyre for ALPINA B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series) with a rating of 10.0/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 85% of ALPINA B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series) tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for ALPINA B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series)?
To choose the right tyres for ALPINA B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series): 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.
What is the difference between summer and winter tyres for ALPINA B3/B6/B8/C1/D3 (3-series)?
Summer tyres are optimized for warm temperatures (above 7 degrees C) with better dry and wet grip. Winter tyres use softer compounds and deeper treads for cold conditions, snow and ice. All-season tyres offer a compromise but do not match specialists in extreme conditions. Choose based on your climate and driving needs.

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