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.
Our VS-5RX wheels will clear all factory brakes on the X4 in the configurations listed on this guide. If you have aftermarket brake clearance questions, please email expert@apexwheels.com.
xDrive Compatibility
All fitments listed on this guide are xDrive compatible. If you want to use alternate staggered tire sizes, feel free to email experts@apexwheels.com to confirm compatibility.
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. These fitments are direct bolt-on fitments, but are wider than the typical OE wheel and tire fitments. Street-oriented all-season and summer tires are popular options.
Option #1
Wheels
- Front Wheel Size: 20x9" ET25
- Rear Wheel Size: 20x10” ET38
- Available in: VS-5RX
- This fitment is 14.3mm more aggressive up front and 11.4mm more aggressive than the OE 20” wheels. It is an 1 inch wider up front and ½” wider in the rear.
Tires
- APEX Staff Pick:
- Front: 255/45-20
- Rear: 285/40-20
- Direct fit
- +1 tire sizing over OE staggered 20” fitment
- Good summer tire options
- OE alternative:
- Front: 245/45-20
- Rear: 275/40-20
- Direct fit
- Widest range of possible tire options including all seasons
Option #2
Wheels
- Front Wheel Size: 21x9" ET25
- Rear Wheel Size: 21x10” ET38
- Available in: VS-5RX
- This fitment is 11.4mm more aggressive up front and 11.4mm more aggressive than the OE 21” wheels. It is ½” wider both up front and in the rear.
Tires
- APEX Staff Pick:
- Front Tire Size: 255/40-21
- Rear Tire Size: 285/35-21
- Direct fit
- +1 sizing compared to OE tires
- OE alternative:
- Front Tire Size: 245/40-21
- Rear Tire Size: 275/35-21
- Direct fit
Option #3
Wheels
- Front Wheel Size: 20x9" ET25
- Rear Wheel Size: 20x9" ET25
- Available in: VS-5RX
- This fitment is 11.4mm more aggressive up front and 11.7mm more aggressive than the staggered OE 21” wheels.
Tires
This fitment has the largest number of varied tire options of any on this fitment guide. If you want access to a wide range and variety of tire models, this is the optimal choice.
- APEX Staff Pick:
- Front Tire Size: 255/45-20
- Rear Tire Size: 255/45-20
- Direct fit
- Excellent tire availability
- OE alternative:
- Front Tire Size: 245/45-20
- Rear Tire Size: 245/45-20
- Direct fit
- Excellent tire availability
Option #4
Wheels
- Front Wheel Size: 21x9" ET25
- Rear Wheel Size: 21x9" ET25
- Available in: VS-5RX
- This fitment is 11.4mm more aggressive up front and 11.7mm more aggressive than the staggered OE 21” wheels.
Tires
- APEX Staff Pick:
- Front Tire Size: 255/40-21
- Rear Tire Size: 255/40-21
- Direct fit
- Excellent tire availability
- OE alternative:
- Front Tire Size: 245/40-21
- Rear Tire Size: 245/40-21
- Direct fit
Winter Wheel Fitment
Option #1
Wheels
- Front Wheel Size: 20x9" ET25
- Rear Wheel Size: 20x9" ET25
- Available in: VS-5RX
- This fitment is 11.4mm more aggressive up front and 11.7mm more aggressive than the staggered OE 21” wheels.
Tires
This fitment has the largest number of varied tire options of any on this fitment guide. If you want access to a wide range and variety of tire models, this is the optimal choice.
- APEX Staff Pick:
- Front Tire Size: 255/45-20
- Rear Tire Size: 255/45-20
- Direct fit
- Excellent tire availability
- OE alternative:
- Front Tire Size: 245/45-20
- Rear Tire Size: 245/45-20
- Direct fit
- Excellent tire availability
Additional Resources
Available Wheel Designs
Forged Designs
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