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BMW 3-series generations and tyre sizes

3-series

E21

1975 – 1979
3-series

E21 (1. Facelift)

1979 – 1984
3-series

E30 (1. Facelift)

1987 – 1994
3-series
3-series

3er-Reihe E90/E91/E92/E93

2005 – 2010
3-series

3er-Reihe E90/E91/E92/E93 (1. Facelift)

2008 – 2014
3-series 3er-Reihe F30/F31/F34/F80 (1. Facelift)

3er-Reihe F30/F31/F34/F80 (1. Facelift)

2015 – 2020
3-series

G20/G21

2019 – Now
3-series 3er-Reihe G20/G21/G80

3er-Reihe G20/G21/G80

2019 – 2022
3-series 3er-Reihe G20/G21/G80/G81 (1. Facelift)

3er-Reihe G20/G21/G80/G81 (1. Facelift)

2022 – 2024
3-series 3er-Reihe G20/G21/G80/G81 (2. Facelift)

3er-Reihe G20/G21/G80/G81 (2. Facelift)

2024 – Now

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Frequently asked questions

What tyre sizes fit BMW 3-series?
The BMW 3-series uses the following tyre sizes: 185/70 R13, 175/70 R14, 195/60 R14, 195/65 R14, 205/55 R15, 225/45 R16, 185/65 R15, 205/60 R15, 225/50 R16, 225/45 R17, 235/40 R17, 195/65 R15, 205/55 R16, 225/60 R16, 225/45 R18, 235/35 R19, 225/40 R18, 245/40 R18, 245/35 R19, 255/35 R19, 205/60 R16, 225/50 R17, 225/55 R17, 225/50 R18, 255/40 R18, 265/35 R19, 265/30 R20, / R, 275/40 R18, 275/35 R19.
How many generations does the BMW 3-series have?
The BMW 3-series has 16 generations, from 1975 to 2024.
How to choose tyres for BMW 3-series?
To choose the right tyres for BMW 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.

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