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BMW 8-series generations and tyre sizes

8-series

E31

1989 – 1999
Petrol210–280 kW (286–381 PS)Automatic / Manual
8-series

8er-Reihe G14/G15/G16/F91/F92/F93

2018 – 2022
Diesel, Petrol235–460 kW (320–625 PS)Automatic
8-series 8er-Reihe G14/G15/G16/F91/F92/F93 (1. Facelift)

8er-Reihe G14/G15/G16/F91/F92/F93 (1. Facelift)

2022 – 2025
Petrol, Diesel245–460 kW (333–625 PS)Automatic

For the BMW 8-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 8-series uses 11 tyre sizes across 3 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 8-series - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for BMW 8-series

Best tyres for BMW 8-series by category

Best for dry
Nokian WR Snowproof P
9.2/10
Best for wet
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
9.2/10
Best for comfort
Nokian WR Snowproof P
9.2/10
Best for noise
Nokian WR Snowproof P
9.2/10
Best for snow
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
9.3/10
Best overall
Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330
9.6/10

Tyre comparison for BMW 8-series

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W3309.68.07.16.37.8Upper-middle100%
2Michelin PILOT ALPIN 59.47.58.87.68.1Premium118%
3Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.18.38.38.08.0Premium136%
4Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium81%
5GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+9.08.58.08.98.5Premium127%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for BMW 8-series?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for BMW 8-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 8-series?
The BMW 8-series uses the following tyre sizes: 235/50 R16, 235/45 R17, 265/40 R17, 245/40 R18, 285/35 R18, 245/45 R18, 275/40 R18, 245/40 R19, 275/35 R19, 245/35 R20, 275/30 R20.
How many generations does the BMW 8-series have?
The BMW 8-series has 3 generations, from 1989 to 2022.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for BMW 8-series?
For wet road performance on BMW 8-series, the top-rated tyres are Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10) And Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4 (8.7/10).
Are Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 good for BMW 8-series?
Yes, the Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 is the top-rated tyre for BMW 8-series with a rating of 9.6/10. Its strongest discipline is snow. It covers 100% of BMW 8-series tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for BMW 8-series?
To choose the right tyres for BMW 8-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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