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ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series) generations and tyre sizes

B8/B12 (8-series)

B8/B12 (8er-Reihe) E31

1990 – 1996
Petrol257–306 kW (349–416 PS)Automatic / Manual
B8/B12 (8-series)

B8/B12 (8er-Reihe) G16

2021 – 2022
Petrol457 kW (621 PS)Automatic
B8/B12 (8-series) B8/B12 (8er-Reihe) G16 (1. Facelift)

B8/B12 (8er-Reihe) G16 (1. Facelift)

2022 – 2025
Petrol457–466 kW (621–634 PS)Automatic

For the ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series) in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 (rated 9.6/10) and Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (rated 9.4/10). The ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series) uses 2 tyre sizes across 3 generations. The Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 excels in Snow performance while the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 stands out in Dry performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

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

Winter tyres for ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series) - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series)

Best tyres for ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series) by category

Best for dry
Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4
8.9/10
Best for wet
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
9.2/10
Best for comfort
Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4
8.7/10
Best for noise
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
8.9/10
Best for snow
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
9.5/10
Best budget
Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6
8.2/10
Best overall
Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330
9.6/10

Tyre comparison for ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series)

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W3309.68.07.16.37.8Upper-middle100%
2Michelin PILOT ALPIN 59.47.58.87.68.1Premium200%
3Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.18.38.38.08.0Premium150%
4Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium100%
5GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+9.08.58.08.98.5Premium200%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series)?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series) are: Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 (9.6/10), Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (9.4/10), Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (9.1/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series)?
The ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series) uses the following tyre sizes: 245/40 R18, 245/35 R21.
How many generations does the ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series) have?
The ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series) has 3 generations, from 1990 to 2022.
What is the best budget tyre for ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series)?
The highest-rated budget option for ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series) is the Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 with a rating of 8.2/10 (Budget segment).
What is the best tyre for wet roads for ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series)?
For wet road performance on ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series), the top-rated tyres are Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10) And Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4 (8.7/10).
Are Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 good for ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series)?
Yes, the Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 is the top-rated tyre for ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series) with a rating of 9.6/10. Its strongest discipline is snow. It covers 100% of ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series) tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for ALPINA B8/B12 (8-series)?
To choose the right tyres for ALPINA B8/B12 (8-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.

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