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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 Winter tyres are Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 (rated 9.6/10) and Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (rated 9.4/10). The BMW Z4 uses 16 tyre sizes across 6 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 Z4 - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for BMW Z4

Best tyres for BMW Z4 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
Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4
8.7/10
Best for noise
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+
8.9/10
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 Z4

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W3309.67.87.06.37.8Upper-middle62%
2Michelin PILOT ALPIN 59.47.48.87.68.1Premium100%
3Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.18.38.38.08.0Premium93%
4Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium118%
5Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium68%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for BMW Z4?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for BMW Z4 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 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 WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 good for BMW Z4?
Yes, the Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 is the top-rated tyre for BMW Z4 with a rating of 9.6/10. Its strongest discipline is snow. It covers 62% 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.