Fitment guide

BMW G30 G31 5 Series Wheel & Tire Fitment Guide

Originally published | 03/29/2023
Updated | 10/09/2023

Vehicle Covered in this Guide 2017-Current G30 5 series

Brake Clearance Information

In the engineering phase of wheel development we 3D scan factory brakes and review 2D aftermarket brake templates in order to optimize our barrel profiles and spoke curvatures. As a result, our wheels offer massive brake clearance so you can run the smallest possible wheel diameter.

Brake Notes: Our G30 OEM brake data is still being compiled. Customers with M550xi models, especially those with optional larger brakes should only run 19 or 20" wheel fitments. If you have an M550xi, live in the Bay Area in California, and would be willing to stop by our office with your car to help provide brake data, please complete this volunteer form.

Click here to view our G30 5 Series master brake clearance guide

Available Wheel Designs

Forged Designs

Flow Formed Designs

Bolt Pattern

5x112mm

Center Bore

66.6mm

Lug Seat

60° Conical

Lug Thread Pitch

5x112mm

OEM+ Wheel Fitment

Easy upgrades for street-driven cars

  • White BMW 5 Series - VS-5RS in Anthracite

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. These wheel and tire configurations will improve the appearance and performance of the car without requiring modifications or adjustments to the factory alignment. Just bolt-on and enjoy!

While these wheel fitments can be used for track days and AutoX, performance will be left on the table. Drivers that prioritize performance should review our Performance Street & Track section below.

Wheels

  • Front: 19x9" ET25 or ET28 (SM-10) // Rear: 19x10" ET38
    • Available in: SM-10, SM-10RS, VS-5RS
    • Popular fitment

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front: 245/40-19 // Rear: 275/35-19
    • X-Drive Compatible
    • All Season:Yokohama Advan Sport A/S+ (440TW), Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS (500TW)
    • Ultra-High Performance Summer: Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 (340TW), Falken Azenis FK510 (300TW), Sumitomo HTR Z5 (320TW)
    • Max Performance Summer:Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW), Yokohama Advan Apex V601 (280TW), Continental Extremecontact Sport (340TW), Bridgestone S-04 PP (280TW), Hankook V12 Evo2 (320TW), Kumho Ecsta PS91 (260TW)

  • Alternative #2: Front: 255/40-19 // Rear: 285/35-19
    • Direct Fit
    • X-Drive Compatible
    • All Season: Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06+ (560TW), Michelin Pilot Sport AS4 (540 TW)
    • Ultra-High Performance Summer:
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (340TW)

Wheels

  • Front: 20x9" ET25 // Rear: 20x10" ET38
    • Available in: VS-5RS

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front: 245/35-20 // Rear: 275/30-20
    • X-Drive Compatible
    • Small front spacers may be required with tire models that run wide.
    • Tire Notes:
    • All Season: Continental Extremecontact Dws 06 Plus (560 TW), Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 (540 TW), Yokohama Advan Sport A/S+ (440 TW)
    • Ultra-High Performance Summer: Falken Azenis FK510 (300 TW), Toyo Proxes Sport (240 TW), Nitto NT555 G2 (320 TW)
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300 TW), Continental Extremecontact Sport 02 (340 TW), Hankook Ventus V12 EVO2 (320 TW), Pirelli P Zero (220 TW), Bridgestone Potenza Sport (300 TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Yokohama Advan Neova AD09 (200 TW)

  • Alternative #1: Front: 255/30-20 // Rear: 275/30-20
    • Direct Fit
    • Not X-Drive Compatible
    • Tire Notes: RWD only tire setup with summer tire options
    • All Season: N/A
    • Ultra-High Performance Summer: Falken Azenis FK510 (300 TW), Toyo Proxes Sport (240 TW)
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300 TW), Continental Extremecontact Sport 02 (340 TW), Hankook Ventus V12 EVO2 (320 TW), Pirelli P Zero (220 TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: N/A

Performance Street and Track Wheel Fitment

Wider fitments for enhanced performance

  • White BMW 5 Series - VS-5RS in Anthracite
  • White BMW 5 Series - VS-5RS in Satin Bronze

Whether you enjoy spirited street driving or you are a weekend track warrior chasing lap times, 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.

Square Configurations

Recommended for enthusiasts that want to mitigate understeer and rotate tires front & rear for extended life. Square configurations may compromise rear-end grip when compared to staggered configurations.

Wheels

  • Front & Rear: 18x9" ET25
    • Available in: VS-5RS
    • Popular fitment
    • 3-5mm front spacers may be required with certain aftermarket suspensions that reduce inner clearance. See the suspension clearance section at the bottom of the guide. 

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front & Rear: 255/40-18
    • Direct fit
    • X-Drive Compatible
    • All Season: Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus (560TW), Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 (540TW) 
    • Ultra-High Performance Summer: Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 (340TW)
    • Max Performance Summer: Continental ExtremeContact Sport (340TW), Hankook Ventus V12 EVO2 (320TW), Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (340TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Bridgestone Potenza Re-71RS (200TW), Falken Azenis RT660 (200TW), Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 (200TW), Yokohama Advan A052 (200TW), Yokohama Advan Neova AD09 (200TW)
  • Alternative #1: Front & Rear: 245/45-18
    • Direct fit
    • X-Drive Compatible
    • All Season: Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus (560TW), Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 (540TW) 
    • Ultra-High Performance Summer: Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 (340TW), Falken Azenis FK510 (300TW)
    • Max Performance Summer: Continental ExtremeContact Sport (340TW), Hankook Ventus V12 EVO2 (320TW), Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (340TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS (200TW), Yokohama Advan Neova AD09 (200TW)

Wheels

  • Front & Rear: 19x9" ET25 or ET28 (SM-10)
    • Available in: SM-10, SM-10RS, VS-5RS
    • Popular fitment
    • 3-5mm front spacers may be required with certain aftermarket suspensions that reduce inner clearance. See the suspension clearance section at the bottom of the guide. 

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front & Rear: 255/40-19
    • Direct fit
    • tires update
    • X-Drive Compatible
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW), Yokohama Advan Apex V601 (280TW), Continental ExtremeContact Sport (340TW), Bridgestone S-04 PP (280TW), Hankook V12 Evo2 (320TW), Kumho Ecsta PS91 (260TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Yokohama Advan Neova AD08 R (200TW)
    • R-Compound: Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 (180TW)
  • Alternative #1: Front & Rear: 245/40-19
    • Direct fit
    • tires update
    • X-Drive Compatible
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW), Yokohama Advan Apex V601 (280TW), Continental ExtremeContact Sport (340TW), Bridgestone S-04 PP (280TW), Hankook V12 Evo2 (320TW), Kumho Ecsta PS91 (260TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Falken Azenis RT660 (200TW), Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 (220TW), Yokohama Advan A052 (200TW)
    • R-Compound: Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R (60TW), Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3R (100TW), Toyo Proxes R888R (100TW)

Wheels

  • Front & Rear: 19x9.5" ET25
    • Available in: SM-10, SM-10RS, VS-5RS
    • Popular fitment
    • 3-5mm front spacers may be required with certain aftermarket suspensions that reduce inner clearance. See the suspension clearance section at the bottom of the guide. 

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front & Rear: 255/35-19
    • Direct fit
    • X-Drive Compatible
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW), Yokohama Advan Apex V601 (280TW), Continental ExtremeContact Sport (340TW), Bridgestone S-04 PP (280TW), Hankook V12 Evo2 (320TW), Kumho Ecsta PS91 (260TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Yokohama Advan Neova AD08 R (200TW)
    • R-Compound: Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 (180TW)
  • Alternative #1: Front & Rear: 245/35-19
    • Direct fit
    • X-Drive Compatible
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW), Yokohama Advan Apex V601 (280TW), Continental ExtremeContact Sport (340TW), Bridgestone S-04 PP (280TW), Hankook V12 Evo2 (320TW), Kumho Ecsta PS91 (260TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Falken Azenis RT660 (200TW), Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 (220TW), Yokohama Advan A052 (200TW)
    • R-Compound: Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R (60TW), Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3R (100TW), Toyo Proxes R888R (100TW)
  • Alternative #2: Front & Rear: 265/35-19
    • Direct fit
    • X-Drive Compatible
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW), Yokohama Advan Apex V601 (280TW), Continental ExtremeContact Sport (340TW), Bridgestone S-04 PP (280TW), Hankook V12 Evo2 (320TW), Kumho Ecsta PS91 (260TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Yokohama Advan Neova AD08 R (200TW), Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R (200TW), Falken Azenis RT660 (200TW), Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 (220TW)
    • R-Compound: Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 (180TW), Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R (60TW), Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3R (100TW), Toyo Proxes R888R (100TW), Nankang AR-1 (100TW)

Wheels

  • Front & Rear: 20x9" ET25
    • Available in: VS-5RS
    • Popular fitment
    • 3-5mm front spacers may be required with certain aftermarket suspensions that reduce inner clearance. See the suspension clearance section at the bottom of the guide.

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front & Rear: 245/35-20
    • Small front spacers may be required with tire models that run wide.
    • X-Drive Compatible
    • All Season: Michelin Pilot Sport AS4 (540TW), Yokohama Advan Sport A/S+ (440TW), Continental ExtremeContact Dws 06 Plus (560 TW)
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW), Continental ExtremeContact Sport 02 (340TW), Hankook V12 Evo2 (320TW), Kumho Ecsta PS91 (260TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer:Yokohama Advan A052 (200TW), Continental ExtremeContact Force (200TW), Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 (200TW)
  • Wider alternative: Front & Rear: 255/30-20
    • Direct fit
    • X-Drive Compatible
    • All Season: N/A
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW), Continental ExtremeContact Sport 02 (340TW), Hankook V12 Evo2 (320TW), Kumho Ecsta PS91 (260TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: N/A

Staggered Configurations

Recommended for enthusiasts that prioritize rear end grip/traction. Wheels and tires cannot be rotated front to rear and large staggers may induce understeer.

Wheels

  • Front: 18x9" ET25 // Rear: 18x10" ET38
    • Available in: VS-5RS

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front: 235/45-18 // Rear: 265/40-18
    • Direct Fit.
    • X-Drive Compatible
    • All Season: Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS (500TW), Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus (560TW), Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 (540TW), 
    • Ultra-High Performance Summer: Sumitomo HTR Z5 (320TW)
    • Max Performance Summer:Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW), (280TW), Continental ExtremeContact Sport (340TW)
  • Alternative #1: Front: 255/40-18 // Rear: 275/40-18
    • Direct Fit
    • Not X-Drive Compatible
    • All Season: Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus (560TW), Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 (540TW) 
    • Ultra-High Performance Summer: Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 (340TW)
    • Max Performance Summer: Bridgestone Potenza Sport (300TW), Continental ExtremeContact Sport (340TW), Hankook Ventus V12 EVO2 (320TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 (200TW), Yokohama Advan A052 (200TW), Yokohama Advan Neova AD09 (200TW)

  • Alternative #2: Front: 245/45-18 // Rear: 275/40-18
    • Small front spacers may be required with tire models that run wide.
    • X-Drive Compatible
    • All Season: Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus (560TW), Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 (540TW) 
    • Ultra-High Performance Summer: Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 (340TW)
    • Max Performance Summer: Bridgestone Potenza Sport (300TW), Continental ExtremeContact Sport (340TW), Hankook Ventus V12 EVO2 (320TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Yokohama Advan Neova AD09 (200TW)

Wheels

  • Front: 19x9" ET25 or ET28 (SM-10) // Rear: 19x10" ET38
    • Available in: SM-10, SM-10RS, VS-5RS
    • Popular fitment
    • 3-5mm front spacers may be required with certain aftermarket suspensions that reduce inner clearance. See the suspension clearance section at the bottom of the guide.

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front: 235/40-19 // Rear: 265/35-19
    • Direct fit
    • X-Drive Compatible
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW), Yokohama Advan Apex V601 (280TW), Continental ExtremeContact Sport (340TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R (200TW)
    • R-Compound: No options currently available

  • Alternative #1: Front: 255/35-19 // Rear: 275/35-19
    • Typically a direct fit with street tires, however, an moderate increase in front negative camber will be required with compounds that run wide
    • Not X-Drive Compatible
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW), Yokohama Advan Apex V601 (280TW), Continental ExtremeContact Sport (340TW), Hankook V12 Evo2 (320TW), Kumho Ecsta PS91 (260TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Yokohama Advan Neova AD08 R (200TW), Yokohama Advan A052 (200TW)
    • R-Compound: Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 (180TW)

  • Alternative #2: Front: 255/35-19 // Rear: 295/30-19
    • Typically a direct fit with street tires, however, an moderate increase in front negative camber will be required with compounds that run wide
    • Not X-Drive Compatible
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW), Yokohama Advan Apex V601 (280TW), Continental ExtremeContact Sport (340TW), Hankook V12 Evo2 (320TW), Kumho Ecsta PS91 (260TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Yokohama Advan Neova AD08 R (200TW)
    • R-Compound: No options currently available

Wheels

  • Front: 19x9.5" ET25 // Rear: 19x10" ET38
    • Available in: SM-10, SM-10RS, VS-5RS
    • Popular fitment
    • 5mm front spacers may be required with front tires that run wide.

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front: 255/35-19 // Rear: 275/35-19
    • Typically a direct fit with street tires, however, an moderate increase in front negative camber will be required with compounds that run wide
    • Not X-Drive Compatible
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW), Yokohama Advan Apex V601 (280TW), Continental ExtremeContact Sport (340TW), Hankook V12 Evo2 (320TW), Kumho Ecsta PS91 (260TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Yokohama Advan Neova AD08 R (200TW), Yokohama Advan A052 (200TW)
    • R-Compound: Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 (180TW)

  • Alternative #1: Front: 255/35-19 // Rear: 295/30-19
    • Typically a direct fit with street tires, spacers may be required with fitments that run wide.
    • X-Drive Compatible
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW), Yokohama Advan Apex V601 (280TW), Continental Extremecontact Sport (340TW), Hankook V12 Evo2 (320TW), Kumho Ecsta PS91 (260TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Yokohama Advan Neova AD08 R (200TW)
    • R-Compound: No options currently available
  • Alternative #2: Front: 265/35-19 // Rear: 295/35-19
    • Typically a direct fit with street tires, however, compounds that run wide may cause rubbing. Note this is also a taller setup than factory, so be mindful of ride heights for rubbing.
    • 5mm front spacers are recommended for most tires.
    • Not X-Drive Compatible
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW), Continental Extremecontact Sport (340TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Falken Azenis RT660 (200TW)
    • R-Compound: Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 (180TW)
  • Alternative #3: Front: 265/30-19 // Rear: 295/30-19
    • Typically a direct fit with street tires, spacers may be required with fitments that run wide.
    • 3-5mm front spacers recommended for most tires.
    • Not X-Drive Compatible
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW), Hankook V12 Evo2 (320TW), Kumho Ecsta PS91 (260TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Yokohama Advan Neova AD08 R (200TW), Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 Connect (240TW)
    • R-Compound: Toyo Proxes R888R (100TW)

Winter Wheel Fitment

Square Configurations

Recommended for enthusiasts that want to mitigate understeer and rotate tires front & rear for extended life. Ideal for winter fitments where narrow tires are prioritized over wider rear tires for grip in adverse conditions. 

Wheels

  • Front & Rear: 18x9" ET25
    • Available in: VS-5RS
    • Popular fitment
    • 3-5mm front spacers may be required with certain aftermarket suspensions that reduce inner clearance. See the suspension clearance section at the bottom of the guide. 

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front & Rear: 245/45-18
    • Direct fit
    • X-Drive Compatible
    • Studless Ice & Snow: Bridgestone Blizzak WS90, Michelin X-ice snow, Continental VikingContact 7
    • Performance Winter: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005, Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3

Wheels

  • Front & Rear: 19x9" ET25 or ET28 (SM-10)
    • Available in: SM-10, SM-10RS, VS-5RS

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front & Rear: 245/40-19
    • X-Drive Compatible
    • Performance Winter: Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3, Vredestein Wintrac Pro, Bridgestone Blizzak LM005

  • Wider alternative: Front & Rear: 255/40-19
    • X-Drive Compatible
    • Studless Ice & Snow: Michelin X-ice snow, Continental VikingContact 7
    • Performance Winter: Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3, Vredestein Wintrac Pro, Bridgestone Blizzak LM005

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