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BMW 1-series generations and tyre sizes

1-series

1er-Reihe E87

2004 – 2007
Petrol, Diesel85–195 kW (116–265 PS)Manual / Automatic
1-series 1er-Reihe E81/E87/E82/E88 (1. Facelift)

1er-Reihe E81/E87/E82/E88 (1. Facelift)

2007 – 2012
Diesel, Petrol85–225 kW (116–306 PS)Manual / Automatic
1-series

1er-Reihe F20/F21

2011 – 2015
Diesel, Petrol70–235 kW (95–320 PS)Manual / Automatic
1-series

1er-Reihe E82/E88 (2. Facelift)

2011 – 2013
Diesel, Petrol105–250 kW (143–340 PS)Manual / Automatic
1-series 1er-Reihe F20/F21 (1. Facelift)

1er-Reihe F20/F21 (1. Facelift)

2015 – 2017
Petrol, Diesel80–250 kW (109–340 PS)Manual / Automatic
1-series

1er-Reihe F20/F21 (2. Facelift)

2017 – 2019
Petrol, Diesel80–250 kW (109–340 PS)Manual / Automatic
1-series F40

F40

2019 – 2024
Petrol, Diesel80–225 kW (109–306 PS)Manual / Automatic
1-series 1er-Reihe F70

1er-Reihe F70

2024 – Now
Petrol, Diesel90–221 kW (122–300 PS)Automatic

For the BMW 1-series in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (rated 9.4/10) and Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (rated 9.1/10). The BMW 1-series uses 12 tyre sizes across 8 generations. The Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 excels in Dry performance while the Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P stands out in Wet 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 BMW 1-series - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for BMW 1-series

Best tyres for BMW 1-series by category

Best for dry
Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4
8.9/10
Best for wet
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.4/10
Best for comfort
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for noise
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
9.3/10
Best for snow
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
9.5/10
Best overall
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
9.4/10

Tyre comparison for BMW 1-series

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Michelin PILOT ALPIN 59.47.58.87.68.1Premium50%
2Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.18.38.38.08.0Premium66%
3Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium150%
4Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium100%
5GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+9.08.58.08.98.5Premium108%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for BMW 1-series?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for BMW 1-series are: Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (9.4/10), Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (9.1/10), Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit BMW 1-series?
The BMW 1-series uses the following tyre sizes: 195/55 R16, 205/50 R17, 205/55 R16, 215/40 R18, 225/45 R17, 225/40 R18, 245/35 R19, 195/60 R16, 195/55 R17, 205/45 R18, 235/35 R19, 205/55 R17.
How many generations does the BMW 1-series have?
The BMW 1-series has 8 generations, from 2004 to 2024.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for BMW 1-series?
For wet road performance on BMW 1-series, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 good for BMW 1-series?
Yes, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 is the top-rated tyre for BMW 1-series with a rating of 9.4/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 50% of BMW 1-series tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for BMW 1-series?
To choose the right tyres for BMW 1-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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