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BMW 7-series generations and tyre sizes

7-series

E23

1977 – 1986
195/70 R14205/70 R14220/55 R390
7-series

E32

1987 – 1994
195/70 R14205/65 R15225/60 R15235/45 R17265/40 R17
7-series

E38

1994 – 1998
215/65 R16235/60 R16245/55 R16235/55 R17235/50 R18255/45 R18
7-series

7er-Reihe E38 (1. Facelift)

1998 – 2001
215/65 R16235/60 R16
7-series

E65/E66

2001 – 2005
245/55 R17245/50 R18
7-series E65/E66 (1. Facelift)

E65/E66 (1. Facelift)

2005 – 2008
225/60 R17245/55 R17245/50 R18245/45 R19275/40 R19245/40 R20275/35 R20245/35 R21285/30 R21
7-series F01/F02

F01/F02

2008 – 2012
245/55 R17245/50 R18245/45 R19
7-series F01/F02 (1. Facelift)

F01/F02 (1. Facelift)

2012 – 2015
245/55 R17245/50 R18245/45 R19
7-series G11/G12

G11/G12

2015 – 2019
225/60 R17245/50 R18245/45 R19245/40 R20
7-series G11/G12 (1. Facelift)

G11/G12 (1. Facelift)

2019 – 2022
225/60 R17245/50 R18245/45 R19245/40 R20
7-series 7er-Reihe G70

7er-Reihe G70

2023 – Now
245/50 R19255/45 R20285/40 R20255/40 R21285/35 R21

For the BMW 7-series in 2026, the top-rated tyres are Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S (rated 9.7/10) and Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 (rated 9.6/10). The BMW 7-series uses 27 tyre sizes across 11 generations. The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S excels in Dry performance while the Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 stands out in Snow performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

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Tyres for BMW 7-series - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best tyres for BMW 7-series?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated tyres for BMW 7-series are: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S (9.7/10), Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 (9.6/10), Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (9.4/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit BMW 7-series?
The BMW 7-series uses the following tyre sizes: 195/70 R14, 205/70 R14, 220/55 R390, 205/65 R15, 225/60 R15, 235/45 R17, 265/40 R17, 215/65 R16, 235/60 R16, 245/55 R16, 235/55 R17, 235/50 R18, 255/45 R18, 245/55 R17, 245/50 R18, 225/60 R17, 245/45 R19, 275/40 R19, 245/40 R20, 275/35 R20, 245/35 R21, 285/30 R21, 245/50 R19, 255/45 R20, 285/40 R20, 255/40 R21, 285/35 R21.
How many generations does the BMW 7-series have?
The BMW 7-series has 11 generations, from 1977 to 2023.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for BMW 7-series?
For wet road performance on BMW 7-series, the top-rated tyres are Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10) And Bridgestone Potenza Sport (9.1/10).
Are Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S good for BMW 7-series?
Yes, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S is the top-rated tyre for BMW 7-series with a rating of 9.7/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 69% of BMW 7-series tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for BMW 7-series?
To choose the right tyres for BMW 7-series: 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.
What is the difference between summer and winter tyres for BMW 7-series?
Summer tyres are optimized for warm temperatures (above 7 degrees C) with better dry and wet grip. Winter tyres use softer compounds and deeper treads for cold conditions, snow and ice. All-season tyres offer a compromise but do not match specialists in extreme conditions. Choose based on your climate and driving needs.

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