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BMW Z4 generations and tyre sizes

Z4 Z4 E85

Z4 E85

2002 – 2006
205/55 R16225/50 R16225/45 R17
Z4 Z4 E85/E86 (1. Facelift)

Z4 E85/E86 (1. Facelift)

2006 – 2008
225/55 R16225/45 R17225/45 R18
Z4 E89

E89

2009 – 2013
225/45 R17255/40 R17225/40 R18255/35 R18225/35 R19255/30 R19
Z4

E89 (1. Facelift)

2013 – 2016
225/45 R17255/40 R17225/40 R18255/35 R18225/35 R19255/30 R19
Z4 G29

G29

2019 – 2022
225/50 R17255/45 R17225/45 R18255/40 R18275/40 R18255/35 R19275/35 R19
Z4 Z4 G29 (1. Facelift)

Z4 G29 (1. Facelift)

2022 – Now
225/50 R17255/45 R17225/45 R18255/40 R18275/40 R18255/35 R19275/35 R19

For the BMW Z4 in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Continental Sportcontact 7 (rated 10.0/10) and Continental Premiumcontact 7 (rated 9.8/10). The BMW Z4 uses 16 tyre sizes across 6 generations. The Continental Sportcontact 7 excels in Dry performance while the Continental Premiumcontact 7 stands out in Wet performance. 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 Z4 - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Summer tyres for BMW Z4

Best tyres for BMW Z4 by category

Best for dry
Continental Sportcontact 7
9.3/10
Best for wet
Continental Premiumcontact 7
9.2/10
Best for comfort
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
8.9/10
Best for noise
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
9.3/10
Best overall
Continental Sportcontact 7
10.0/10

Tyre comparison for BMW Z4

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Continental Sportcontact 710.08.69.37.67.9Premium56%
2Continental Premiumcontact 79.89.29.28.27.8Premium93%
3Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S9.77.78.57.07.6Premium100%
4Michelin Pilot Sport 59.58.48.76.87.4Premium81%
5Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 69.28.79.19.38.0Premium118%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Summer tyres for BMW Z4?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Summer tyres for BMW Z4 are: Continental Sportcontact 7 (10.0/10), Continental Premiumcontact 7 (9.8/10), Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S (9.7/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit BMW Z4?
The BMW Z4 uses the following tyre sizes: 205/55 R16, 225/50 R16, 225/45 R17, 225/55 R16, 225/45 R18, 255/40 R17, 225/40 R18, 255/35 R18, 225/35 R19, 255/30 R19, 225/50 R17, 255/45 R17, 255/40 R18, 275/40 R18, 255/35 R19, 275/35 R19.
How many generations does the BMW Z4 have?
The BMW Z4 has 6 generations, from 2002 to 2022.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for BMW Z4?
For wet road performance on BMW Z4, the top-rated tyres are Continental Premiumcontact 7 (9.2/10) And Bridgestone Potenza Sport (9.1/10).
Are Continental Sportcontact 7 good for BMW Z4?
Yes, the Continental Sportcontact 7 is the top-rated tyre for BMW Z4 with a rating of 10.0/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 56% of BMW Z4 tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for BMW Z4?
To choose the right tyres for BMW Z4: 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.