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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 Winter tyres are Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 (rated 9.6/10) and Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (rated 9.4/10). The BMW 6-series uses 14 tyre sizes across 7 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 BMW 6-series - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for BMW 6-series

Best tyres for BMW 6-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
Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330
9.6/10

Tyre comparison for BMW 6-series

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W3309.68.07.16.37.8Upper-middle61%
2Michelin PILOT ALPIN 59.47.58.87.68.1Premium69%
3Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.18.38.38.08.0Premium100%
4Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium92%
5Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium61%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for BMW 6-series?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for BMW 6-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 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 Winter i*cept evo3 W330 good for BMW 6-series?
Yes, the Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 is the top-rated tyre for BMW 6-series with a rating of 9.6/10. Its strongest discipline is snow. It covers 61% 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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