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BMW 6-series generations and tyre sizes

6-series

E24

1975 – 1982
Petrol135–160 kW (184–218 PS)Manual / Automatic
195/70 R14205/70 R14205/60 R15215/60 R15205/55 R16
6-series

E24 (1. Facelift)

1982 – 1987
Petrol135–210 kW (184–286 PS)Automatic / Manual
195/70 R14205/70 R14205/60 R15215/60 R15205/55 R16
6-series

E24 (2. Facelift)

1987 – 1989
Petrol155–191 kW (211–260 PS)Automatic / Manual
195/70 R14205/70 R14205/60 R15215/60 R15205/55 R16
6-series

E63/E64

2003 – 2007
Petrol190–270 kW (258–367 PS)Manual / Automatic
245/45 R18275/40 R18245/40 R19275/35 R19245/35 R20275/30 R20
6-series

E63/E64 (1. Facelift)

2007 – 2010
Petrol, Diesel200–373 kW (272–507 PS)Manual / Automatic
245/50 R17245/45 R18275/40 R18245/40 R19275/35 R19245/35 R20275/30 R20
6-series

F06/F12/F13

2011 – 2014
Diesel, Petrol230–412 kW (313–560 PS)Automatic
225/55 R17245/45 R18275/40 R18245/40 R19275/35 R19245/35 R20275/30 R20
6-series

F06/F12/F13 (1. Facelift)

2015 – 2018
Diesel, Petrol230–441 kW (313–600 PS)Automatic
/ R245/45 R18245/40 R19

For the BMW 6-series in 2026, the top-rated 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best tyres for BMW 6-series?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated tyres for BMW 6-series are: Hankook Ventus Evo (9.9/10), Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S (9.6/10), Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 (9.6/10). 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 Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
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.
What is the difference between summer and winter tyres for BMW 6-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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