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BMW F32 F33 F36 4 Series Wheel & Tire Fitment Guide

BMW F32 F33 F36 4 Series Wheel & Tire Fitment Guide

Originally published | 04/10/2018 - Updated | 10/19/2026

Are you hunting for the ideal wheel and tire fitment for your 2013-2020 F32, F33, and F36 4 series? Our F3x fitment guide outlines a huge range of fitment options from OE style options including M3 wheels on your 4 series to aggressive track-oriented fitments that target laptimes and low consumable cost.

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Black BMW F32 Coupe 4 Series with 19" VS-5RS Apex wheels in Brushed Clear
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BMW F32 F33 F36 4 Series Wheel & Tire Fitment Guide

BMW F32 F33 F36 4 Series Wheel & Tire Fitment Guide

Originally published | 04/10/2018 - Updated | 10/19/2026

Black BMW F32 Coupe 4 Series with 19" VS-5RS Apex wheels in Brushed Clear

Are you hunting for the ideal wheel and tire fitment for your 2013-2020 F32, F33, and F36 4 series? Our F3x fitment guide outlines a huge range of fitment options from OE style options including M3 wheels on your 4 series to aggressive track-oriented fitments that target laptimes and low consumable cost.

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Performance Street and Track Wheel Fitment

Dual-duty fitments for enhanced performance

These wheel & tire configurations are ideal for enthusiasts looking for a more dramatic improvement in performance and they are typically paired with performance-oriented summer tires or track-oriented R-compounds.

  • Black BMW 4 Series - VS-5RS in Brushed Clear
    Black BMW 4 Series - VS-5RS in Brushed Clear
    BMW 4 Series F32 F33 F36
  • White BMW 4 Series - VS-5 in Anthracite
    White BMW 4 Series - VS-5 in Anthracite
    BMW 4 Series F32 F33 F36
  • Black BMW 4 Series - SM-10 in Race Silver
    Black BMW 4 Series - SM-10 in Race Silver
    BMW 4 Series F32 F33 F36
  • Orange BMW 4 Series - VS-5RS in Brushed Clear
    Orange BMW 4 Series - VS-5RS in Brushed Clear
    BMW 4 Series F32 F33 F36
  • Grey BMW 4 Series - VS-5RS in Anthracite
    Grey BMW 4 Series - VS-5RS in Anthracite
    BMW 4 Series F32 F33 F36
  • Grey BMW 4 Series - VS-5RS in Anthracite
    Grey BMW 4 Series - VS-5RS in Anthracite
    BMW 4 Series F32 F33 F36
Performance Street and Track
Popular

Wheel Size

F&R:
18x9" ET30/ET31

Tire Size

F&R:
245/40-18

Scoring

9.4
Ease of fit10
Performance8.5
Tire Availability10

Fitment Overview

This is our most popular fitment for the F3x 3 series. These wheels sit flush to the fenders naturally while supporting 245 section tires which are widely available. This square fitment allows full front to rear wheel and tire rotation and is the option we generally recommend for x-Drive cars.

Fitment Notes

  • Direct Fit - This fitment requires no changes or modifications to work with the primary tire sizes recommended.

  • Dual offset - These wheels are available in multiple offsets. They are close enough to interchange, but wheel fitment may be slightly affected by substitution.

  • Rotatable - These wheels and tires can be rotated between the front and rear axles, promoting even tire wear.

  • Square - This fitment features the same wheel and tire size front and rear.

  • AWD compatible - This fitment offers tire options that maintain an acceptable difference between front and rear tire heights for AWD systems. See tire notes to ensure each tire is AWD compatible.

Tire Information

Recommended size
F&R:245/40-18

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

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Alternative size
F&R:255/35-18

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

  • These tires may poke and have increased tire to body gap at stock ride height/alignment settings. Additional camber can be dialed in and the car can be lowered to correct the aesthetic.

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F&R:255/40-18

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

  • These tires may rub depending on ride height and tire brand. Front negative camber and rolled rear fenders may be required.

  • Not recommended for suspension with limited inner clearance.

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Performance Street and Track
Popular

Wheel Sizes

F:
18x9" ET30/ET31
R:
18x9.5" ET35/ET43

Tire Sizes

F:
235/40-18
R:
265/35-18

Scoring

9.4
Ease of fit10
Performance8.5
Tire Availability10

Fitment Overview

This fitment is our second most popular option for the F3x chassis. We often recommend this fitment for RWD cars, but x-Drive models can still run these staggered fitments with the right tire sizes selected. Fitment is flush to the fenders and the wheels are typically more concave than our OEM+ wheel options.

Fitment Notes

  • Dual offset - These wheels are available in multiple offsets. They are close enough to interchange, but wheel fitment may be slightly affected by substitution.

  • Staggered - This fitment features wider wheels and tires on the rear of the car.

  • AWD compatible - This fitment offers tire options that maintain an acceptable difference between front and rear tire heights for AWD systems. See tire notes to ensure each tire is AWD compatible.

  • 18x9.5 ET43 EC-7 can be used in the rear to run 275/35-18 tires or wide 265/35-18s as a direct fit.

Tire Information

Recommended size
F:235/40-18
R:265/35-18

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

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Alternative size
F:245/40-18 R:275/35-18

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

  • Rear fender roll may be required.

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F:245/40-18 R:275/35-18

  • These tire sizes are only compatible with RWD vehicles. This combination should not be used on any car with AWD.

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Performance Street and Track

Wheel Size

F&R:
18x9.5" ET35

Tire Size

F&R:
265/35-18

Scoring

8.8
Ease of fit6
Performance10
Tire Availability10

Fitment Overview

This square fitment is an aggressive option for users looking to track. It trades the easy fitment of of our 9" options for wider wheels that better support track-oriented tires. Camber plates and spacers are required and also beneficial for on-track performance.

Fitment Notes

  • Camber Plates - This fitment requires aftermarket adjustable camber plates.

  • Spacers required for some tire sizes on this fitment. See Tire Information section below for more details.
  • Negative Camber Required - This fitment requires more camber than the OE alignment. See Tire notes for recommended specs.

  • Rotatable - These wheels and tires can be rotated between the front and rear axles, promoting even tire wear.

  • Square - This fitment features the same wheel and tire size front and rear.

  • AWD compatible - This fitment offers tire options that maintain an acceptable difference between front and rear tire heights for AWD systems. See tire notes to ensure each tire is AWD compatible.

  • Extremely close front inner clearance between tire and struts, 3-5mm front spacers may be required depending on tire brand.

  • Rear fender roll may be required depending on ride height and tire brand.

  • Not recommended for aftermarket coilovers or HAS kits that limit inner clearance.

Tire Information

Recommended size
F&R:265/35-18
  • Spacers: 5mm front spacers required.
  • Camber: -2° required up front. This is a minimum level. More camber may be required with aggressive tire models.

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

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Performance Street and Track

Wheel Size

F&R:
17x9" ET30

Tire Size

F&R:
245/45-17

Scoring

8.8
Ease of fit10
Performance8.5
Tire Availability8

Fitment Overview

This 17" option is ideal for customers looking to run wider tires in fitments that provide a concave appearance. The extra half inch of wheel width and lower offset make these wheels more flush than our OEM+ options while still being a direct fit.

Fitment Notes

  • Direct Fit - This fitment requires no changes or modifications to work with the primary tire sizes recommended.

  • Rotatable - These wheels and tires can be rotated between the front and rear axles, promoting even tire wear.

  • Square - This fitment features the same wheel and tire size front and rear.

  • AWD compatible - This fitment offers tire options that maintain an acceptable difference between front and rear tire heights for AWD systems. See tire notes to ensure each tire is AWD compatible.

  • Does not clear 370mm M-Sport brakes.

  • Cars with the optional 345mm rear M sport/M performance rear brakes will likely see scratching between the rear brake calipers and wheel barrels with 17" wheels. To identify which rear brakes you have, consult this article.

Tire Information

Recommended size
F&R:245/45-17

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

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Alternative size
F&R:235/45-17

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

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OEM+ Wheel Fitment

Easy upgrades for street-driven cars

These bolt-on wheel fitments are ideal for enthusiasts enjoying their car day-to-day on the street, and they are typically paired with all-season or performance-oriented summer tires.

  • Black BMW 4 Series - VS-5RS in Brushed Clear
    Black BMW 4 Series - VS-5RS in Brushed Clear
    BMW 4 Series F32 F33 F36
  • Red BMW 4 Series - VS-5RS in Brushed Clear
    Red BMW 4 Series - VS-5RS in Brushed Clear
    BMW 4 Series F32 F33 F36
  • Blue BMW 4 Series - SM-10 in Satin Black
    Blue BMW 4 Series - SM-10 in Satin Black
    BMW 4 Series F32 F33 F36
OEM+

Wheel Size

F&R:
17x8.5" ET40

Tire Size

F&R:
235/45-17

Scoring

8.7
Ease of fit10
Performance7
Tire Availability8

Fitment Overview

This 17" fitment is perfect for owners looking to run smaller, lighter wheels and cheaper tires as a direct fit. Running a smaller wheel means having to run taller tire sizes to maintain the overall rolling diameter. This fitment is less flush than some of the lower offset 9" fitments in this guide.

Fitment Notes

  • Direct Fit - This fitment requires no changes or modifications to work with the primary tire sizes recommended.

  • Rotatable - These wheels and tires can be rotated between the front and rear axles, promoting even tire wear.

  • Square - This fitment features the same wheel and tire size front and rear.

  • AWD compatible - This fitment offers tire options that maintain an acceptable difference between front and rear tire heights for AWD systems. See tire notes to ensure each tire is AWD compatible.

  • Does not clear 370mm M-Sport brakes.

  • Cars with the optional 345mm rear M sport/M performance rear brakes will likely see scratching between the rear brake calipers and wheel barrels with 17" wheels. To identify which rear brakes you have, consult this article.

Tire Information

Recommended size
F&R:235/45-17

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

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Alternative size
F&R:245/45-17

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

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OEM+

Wheel Size

F&R:
18x8.5" ET35/ET40

Tire Size

F&R:
235/40-18

Scoring

9.3
Ease of fit10
Performance6.5
Tire Availability10

Fitment Overview

This 18" fitment is the square setup we recommend for customers looking to re-use stock tire sizes. It supports narrower tires and provides a more OE fitment compared to the wider wheel options found in the Performance Street and track section of our fitment guides.

Fitment Notes

  • Direct Fit - This fitment requires no changes or modifications to work with the primary tire sizes recommended.

  • Dual offset - These wheels are available in multiple offsets. They are close enough to interchange, but wheel fitment may be slightly affected by substitution.

  • Rotatable - These wheels and tires can be rotated between the front and rear axles, promoting even tire wear.

  • Square - This fitment features the same wheel and tire size front and rear.

  • AWD compatible - This fitment offers tire options that maintain an acceptable difference between front and rear tire heights for AWD systems. See tire notes to ensure each tire is AWD compatible.

  • 5mm spacers can be run with ET40 wheels to compensate for the higher default offset. These spacers are not required.

Tire Information

Recommended size
F&R:235/40-18

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

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Alternative size
F&R:225/45-18

  • Matches the stock tire sizes

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

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F&R:245/40-18

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

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OEM+

Wheel Size

F&R:
19x8.5" ET35

Tire Size

F&R:
235/40-19

Scoring

7.7
Ease of fit10
Performance5.5
Tire Availability6

Fitment Overview

This fitment allows you to run relatively tall, narrow tires, including the OE tire sizes if your F3x came with square 19 wheels and tires. The offset and fitment is closer to OE wheels. It is less concave and flush than other fitments performance street and track and aggressive street.

Fitment Notes

  • Direct Fit - This fitment requires no changes or modifications to work with the primary tire sizes recommended.

  • Rotatable - These wheels and tires can be rotated between the front and rear axles, promoting even tire wear.

  • Square - This fitment features the same wheel and tire size front and rear.

  • AWD compatible - This fitment offers tire options that maintain an acceptable difference between front and rear tire heights for AWD systems. See tire notes to ensure each tire is AWD compatible.

Tire Information

Recommended size
F&R:235/40-19

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

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Alternative size
F&R:225/40-19

  • Matches the stock tire sizes

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

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Available in this fitment

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OEM+

Wheel Sizes

F:
18x8.5" ET35/ET40
R:
18x9" ET30/ET42

Tire Sizes

F:
225/45-18
R:
255/40-18

Scoring

8.4
Ease of fit10
Performance7
Tire Availability7

Fitment Overview

This staggered fitment is mostly run by customers that have staggered tires from the factory that they want to reuse. While it can work, the rear offset will make the wheels more flush than the fronts if you opt for the more common ET30 size. In general, we often recommend getting new tires with a different fitment like 18x9 ET30 squared, but if you must re-use stock 18" tires, this is the best option.

Fitment Notes

  • Dual offset - These wheels are available in multiple offsets. They are close enough to interchange, but wheel fitment may be slightly affected by substitution.

  • Staggered - This fitment features wider wheels and tires on the rear of the car.

  • AWD compatible - This fitment offers tire options that maintain an acceptable difference between front and rear tire heights for AWD systems. See tire notes to ensure each tire is AWD compatible.

  • ET30 wheels in the rear will be aggressive and flush to the fenders unlike the front which will be inset. Tire models that run wide may rub slightly in the rear under suspension compression with ET30 wheels.

  • 18x9 ET42 can be run in the rear instead of ET30 for a more symmetrical and rub-free fitment, but it is only available in our ARC-8 design.

  • 5mm front spacers can be run with ET40 wheels to compensate for the higher default offset. These spacers are not required.

Tire Information

Recommended size
F:225/45-18
R:255/40-18

  • Matches the stock tire sizes

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

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OEM+

Wheel Sizes

F:
19x8.5" ET35
R:
19x9" ET30/ET28

Tire Sizes

F:
225/40-19
R:
255/35-19

Scoring

8.2
Ease of fit10
Performance6
Tire Availability7

Fitment Overview

This is the 19" option for customers looking to reuse factory tires. The rear fitment is more aggressive than the front wheels and will sit flush to the rear fenders. Spacers can be used up front to achieve a more balanced look. In general, we often recommend getting new tires with a different fitment like 19x9 ET30 squared, but if you must re-use stock 19" tires, this is the best option.

Fitment Notes

  • Dual offset - These wheels are available in multiple offsets. They are close enough to interchange, but wheel fitment may be slightly affected by substitution.

  • Staggered - This fitment features wider wheels and tires on the rear of the car.

  • AWD compatible - This fitment offers tire options that maintain an acceptable difference between front and rear tire heights for AWD systems. See tire notes to ensure each tire is AWD compatible.

  • The rear wheels will be aggressive and flush to the fenders unlike the front which will be inset. Tire models that run wide may rub slightly in the rear under suspension compression with these wheels.

Tire Information

Recommended size
F:225/40-19
R:255/35-19

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

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Aggressive Street Wheel Fitment

Aggressive fitments focused on appearance

Ideal for the driver who wants to fill out the wheel wells with the widest possible rubber and/or perfectly flush offsets.

  • White BMW 4 Series - ARC-8RT in Satin Black
    White BMW 4 Series - ARC-8RT in Satin Black
    BMW 4 Series F32 F33 F36
  • Black BMW 4 Series - ARC-8RT in Satin Black
    Black BMW 4 Series - ARC-8RT in Satin Black
    BMW 4 Series F32 F33 F36
  • Black BMW 4 Series - VS-5RS in Brushed Clear
    Black BMW 4 Series - VS-5RS in Brushed Clear
    BMW 4 Series F32 F33 F36
  • Black BMW 4 Series - VS-5RS in Brushed Clear
    Black BMW 4 Series - VS-5RS in Brushed Clear
    BMW 4 Series F32 F33 F36
  • Blue BMW 4 Series - ARC-8 in Hyper Silver
    Blue BMW 4 Series - ARC-8 in Hyper Silver
    BMW 4 Series F32 F33 F36
  • Black BMW 4 Series - ARC-8R in Polished
    Black BMW 4 Series - ARC-8R in Polished
    BMW 4 Series F32 F33 F36
Aggressive Street

Wheel Sizes

F:
19x9" ET30/ET28
R:
19x9.5" ET35/ET33

Tire Sizes

F:
235/35-19
R:
265/30-19

Scoring

7.3
Ease of fit10
Performance8
Tire Availability4

Fitment Overview

This fitment prioritizes appearance over performance. Larger diameter wheels provide an aggressive appearance and these wheels sit relatively flush to the fenders. This is a less aggressive fitment than the other options in aggressive street particularly when it comes to rear fender modifications.

Fitment Notes

  • Dual offset - These wheels are available in multiple offsets. They are close enough to interchange, but wheel fitment may be slightly affected by substitution.

  • Staggered - This fitment features wider wheels and tires on the rear of the car.

Tire Information

Recommended size
F:235/35-19
R:265/30-19

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

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Alternative size
F:245/35-19 R:275/30-19

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

  • Additional negative camber may be required up front depending on tire model and selected wheel offset. ET28 ARC-8s are more likely to require camber.

  • Rear rolled fenders recommended.

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Aggressive Street

Wheel Sizes

F:
19x9" ET30
R:
19x10" ET40

Tire Sizes

F:
245/35-19
R:
265/35-19

Scoring

8.5
Ease of fit8
Performance8.5
Tire Availability9

Fitment Overview

Popularized by the enthusiast community, this fitment mirrors a common OE wheel swap. F30 owners have often taken the stock 19x9 ET29 and 19x10 ET40 437M wheels from an F8X M3/4 or F87 M2 and run them on the F3x chassis. This fitment can work, but the rear clearances are particularly tight. We recommend rear fender modifications if your goal is to eliminate rubbing.

Fitment Notes

  • Rear Fender Pulling - Rear fender pulling/flaring is required to fit these wheels. Read this article to learn about flaring and pulling fenders.

  • Staggered - This fitment features wider wheels and tires on the rear of the car.

  • AWD compatible - This fitment offers tire options that maintain an acceptable difference between front and rear tire heights for AWD systems. See tire notes to ensure each tire is AWD compatible.

  • Aggressive fitment that mirrors the fit of OEM M2/3/4 437M or 763M wheels. Bimmerpost thread that goes into details: Forum Thread.

Tire Information

Recommended size
F:245/35-19
R:265/35-19
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Alternative size
F:245/35-19 R:275/30-19

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

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Aggressive Street

Wheel Sizes

F:
18x9" ET30
R:
18x10" ET40

Tire Sizes

F:
245/40-18
R:
275/35-18

Scoring

8.8
Ease of fit8
Performance9.5
Tire Availability9

Fitment Overview

This is the 18" equivalent of the 19" 437M fitment. It remains an aggressive rear fitment that requires rear fender modifications, but the shorter rear recommended size gives enthusiasts wider access to a number of tire options.

Fitment Notes

  • Rear Fender Pulling - Rear fender pulling/flaring is required to fit these wheels. Read this article to learn about flaring and pulling fenders.

  • Staggered - This fitment features wider wheels and tires on the rear of the car.

  • AWD compatible - This fitment offers tire options that maintain an acceptable difference between front and rear tire heights for AWD systems. See tire notes to ensure each tire is AWD compatible.

Tire Information

Recommended size
F:245/40-18
R:275/35-18
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Winter Wheel Fitment

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Winter

Wheel Size

F&R:
18x8.5" ET35/ET40

Tire Size

F&R:
225/45-18

Scoring

5.8
Ease of fit10
Performance4.5
Tire Availability3

Fitment Overview

This is our most popular winter fitment. 18" wheels give plenty of clearance for ice and snow buildup around most OE calipers while still providing plenty of tire sidewall and a wide range of winter tire options.

Fitment Notes

  • Direct Fit - This fitment requires no changes or modifications to work with the primary tire sizes recommended.

  • Dual offset - These wheels are available in multiple offsets. They are close enough to interchange, but wheel fitment may be slightly affected by substitution.

  • Rotatable - These wheels and tires can be rotated between the front and rear axles, promoting even tire wear.

  • Square - This fitment features the same wheel and tire size front and rear.

  • AWD compatible - This fitment offers tire options that maintain an acceptable difference between front and rear tire heights for AWD systems. See tire notes to ensure each tire is AWD compatible.

Tire Information

Recommended size
F&R:225/45-18

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

Available in this fitment

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Winter

Wheel Size

F&R:
19x8.5" ET35

Tire Size

F&R:
225/40-19

Scoring

5.6
Ease of fit10
Performance3.5
Tire Availability3

Fitment Overview

This fitment provides more clearance around the brake calipers which is beneficial for cars with the optional 370mm brakes or an aftermarket brake kit or OE caliper conversion from the F8X. Tire options tend to be more limited than the 18" fitments.

Fitment Notes

  • Direct Fit - This fitment requires no changes or modifications to work with the primary tire sizes recommended.

  • Rotatable - These wheels and tires can be rotated between the front and rear axles, promoting even tire wear.

  • Square - This fitment features the same wheel and tire size front and rear.

  • AWD compatible - This fitment offers tire options that maintain an acceptable difference between front and rear tire heights for AWD systems. See tire notes to ensure each tire is AWD compatible.

Tire Information

Recommended size
F&R:225/40-19

  • These tire sizes maintain an acceptable difference in front/rear tire diameter for AWD systems.

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