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BMW X5 generations and tyre sizes

X5

E53

2000 – 2003
Diesel, Petrol135–255 kW (184–347 PS)Automatic / Manual
X5 E53 (1. Facelift)

E53 (1. Facelift)

2003 – 2006
Diesel, Petrol160–265 kW (218–360 PS)Automatic / Manual
X5 E70

E70

2007 – 2013
Diesel, Petrol173–408 kW (235–555 PS)Automatic
X5 E70 (1. Facelift)

E70 (1. Facelift)

2010 – 2013
Diesel, Petrol180–300 kW (245–408 PS)Automatic
X5

F15/F85

2013 – 2018
Diesel, Petrol, Hybrid160–423 kW (218–575 PS)Automatic
X5 X5 G05/F95

X5 G05/F95

2018 – 2023
Diesel, Petrol, Hybrid170–460 kW (231–625 PS)Automatic
X5 X5 G05/F95 (1. Facelift)

X5 G05/F95 (1. Facelift)

2023 – Now
Diesel, Petrol, Hybrid219–460 kW (298–625 PS)Automatic

For the BMW X5 in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Continental Sportcontact 7 (rated 10.0/10) and Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S (rated 9.6/10). The BMW X5 uses 17 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 X5 - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Summer tyres for BMW X5

Best tyres for BMW X5 by category

Best for dry
Continental Sportcontact 7
9.3/10
Best for wet
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
9.1/10
Best for comfort
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 SUV K127A
9.0/10
Best for noise
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 SUV K127A
9.3/10
Best overall
Continental Sportcontact 7
10.0/10

Tyre comparison for BMW X5

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Continental Sportcontact 710.08.69.37.78.0Premium94%
2Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S9.67.78.57.07.6Premium88%
3Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 69.48.59.18.17.4Premium129%
4Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV9.38.98.77.16.4Premium158%
5Pirelli P ZERO lx.8.9----Premium88%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Summer tyres for BMW X5?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Summer tyres for BMW X5 are: Continental Sportcontact 7 (10.0/10), Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S (9.6/10), Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 (9.4/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit BMW X5?
The BMW X5 uses the following tyre sizes: 235/65 R17, 275/40 R20, 255/55 R18, 255/50 R19, 285/45 R19, 315/35 R20, 285/35 R21, 325/30 R21, 285/40 R20, 265/50 R19, 275/45 R20, 275/40 R21, 295/35 R21, 305/40 R20, 315/35 R21, 275/35 R22, 315/30 R22.
How many generations does the BMW X5 have?
The BMW X5 has 7 generations, from 2000 to 2023.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for BMW X5?
For wet road performance on BMW X5, the top-rated tyres are Bridgestone Potenza Sport (9.1/10) And Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV (8.9/10).
Are Continental Sportcontact 7 good for BMW X5?
Yes, the Continental Sportcontact 7 is the top-rated tyre for BMW X5 with a rating of 10.0/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 94% of BMW X5 tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for BMW X5?
To choose the right tyres for BMW X5: 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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