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BMW 6-series generations and tyre sizes

6-series

E24

1975 – 1982
Petrol135–160 kW (184–218 PS)Manual / Automatic
6-series

E24 (1. Facelift)

1982 – 1987
Petrol135–210 kW (184–286 PS)Automatic / Manual
6-series

E24 (2. Facelift)

1987 – 1989
Petrol155–191 kW (211–260 PS)Automatic / Manual
6-series

E63/E64

2003 – 2007
Petrol190–270 kW (258–367 PS)Manual / Automatic
6-series

E63/E64 (1. Facelift)

2007 – 2010
Petrol, Diesel200–373 kW (272–507 PS)Manual / Automatic
6-series

F06/F12/F13

2011 – 2014
Diesel, Petrol230–412 kW (313–560 PS)Automatic
6-series

F06/F12/F13 (1. Facelift)

2015 – 2018
Diesel, Petrol230–441 kW (313–600 PS)Automatic

For the BMW 6-series in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Hankook Ventus Evo (rated 9.9/10) and Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S (rated 9.6/10). The BMW 6-series uses 14 tyre sizes across 7 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

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

Summer tyres for BMW 6-series - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Summer tyres for BMW 6-series

Best tyres for BMW 6-series by category

Best for dry
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
9.2/10
Best for wet
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
9.1/10
Best for comfort
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
9.1/10
Best for noise
Michelin Primacy 5
9.0/10
Best overall
Hankook Ventus Evo
9.9/10

Tyre comparison for BMW 6-series

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Hankook Ventus Evo9.99.09.18.88.6Premium84%
2Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S9.67.78.57.07.6Premium146%
3Bridgestone POTENZA SPORT EVO9.38.79.16.77.9Premium53%
4Pirelli P ZERO lx.8.9----Premium161%
5Pirelli P ZERO PZ48.98.57.97.87.6Premium207%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Summer tyres for BMW 6-series?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Summer tyres for BMW 6-series are: Hankook Ventus Evo (9.9/10), Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S (9.6/10), Bridgestone POTENZA SPORT EVO (9.3/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit BMW 6-series?
The BMW 6-series uses the following tyre sizes: 195/70 R14, 205/70 R14, 205/60 R15, 215/60 R15, 205/55 R16, 245/45 R18, 275/40 R18, 245/40 R19, 275/35 R19, 245/35 R20, 275/30 R20, 245/50 R17, 225/55 R17, / R.
How many generations does the BMW 6-series have?
The BMW 6-series has 7 generations, from 1975 to 2015.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for BMW 6-series?
For wet road performance on BMW 6-series, the top-rated tyres are Bridgestone Potenza Sport (9.1/10) And Hankook Ventus Evo (9.0/10).
Are Hankook Ventus Evo good for BMW 6-series?
Yes, the Hankook Ventus Evo is the top-rated tyre for BMW 6-series with a rating of 9.9/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 84% of BMW 6-series tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for BMW 6-series?
To choose the right tyres for BMW 6-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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