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BMW i8 generations and tyre sizes

i8

i8 I08

2014 – 2018
Hybrid266 kW (362 PS)Automatic
i8

1.Generation

2014 – Now
i8 i8 I08 (1. Facelift)

i8 I08 (1. Facelift)

2018 – 2020
Hybrid275 kW (374 PS)Automatic
i8 1.Generation (1. Facelift)

1.Generation (1. Facelift)

2018 – Now
Petrol275 kW (374 PS)Automatic

For the BMW i8 in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Hankook Ventus Evo (rated 9.9/10) and Hankook ION Evo (rated 9.6/10). The BMW i8 uses 3 tyre sizes across 4 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 i8 - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Summer tyres for BMW i8

Best tyres for BMW i8 by category

Best for dry
Continental PremiumContact 6
9.2/10
Best for wet
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
9.1/10
Best for comfort
Michelin e.Primacy
8.9/10
Best for noise
Michelin e.Primacy
9.1/10
Best budget
Sailun Atrezzo ZSR 2
7.6/10
Best overall
Hankook Ventus Evo
9.9/10

Tyre comparison for BMW i8

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Hankook Ventus Evo9.99.09.18.88.6Premium66%
2Hankook ION Evo9.6----Premium66%
3Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S9.67.78.57.07.6Premium166%
4Pirelli P ZERO lx.8.9----Premium100%
5Pirelli P ZERO PZ48.98.57.97.87.6Premium266%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Summer tyres for BMW i8?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Summer tyres for BMW i8 are: Hankook Ventus Evo (9.9/10), Hankook ION Evo (9.6/10), Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S (9.6/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit BMW i8?
The BMW i8 uses the following tyre sizes: 195/50 R20, 215/45 R20, 245/40 R20.
How many generations does the BMW i8 have?
The BMW i8 has 4 generations, from 2014 to 2018.
What is the best budget tyre for BMW i8?
The highest-rated budget option for BMW i8 is the Sailun Atrezzo ZSR 2 with a rating of 7.6/10 (Budget segment).
What is the best tyre for wet roads for BMW i8?
For wet road performance on BMW i8, 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 i8?
Yes, the Hankook Ventus Evo is the top-rated tyre for BMW i8 with a rating of 9.9/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 66% of BMW i8 tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for BMW i8?
To choose the right tyres for BMW i8: 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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