1999 BMW 3 Series Wheel & Tire Sizes
Complete fitment guide for the 1999 BMW 3 Series: factory tire sizes, compatible wheel diameters, widths and offsets, and the 5x120 bolt pattern — for every trim.
Bolt Pattern
5x120
Centre Bore
72.6 mm
Lug bolts
M12 x 1.5
Torque: 115 Nm
TPMS
315 MHz
Factory (OEM) Tire Sizes for the 1999 BMW 3 Series
Front / square fitments
Rear (staggered fitments)
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1999 BMW 3 Series Wheel Fitment by Trim
Compatible wheel diameter, width and offset ranges for each 1999 BMW 3 Series configuration. Trims with different front and rear specs run a staggered setup.
318ti · Estate, 5d
1.9L · I4 · Petrol
| Spec | Front & Rear |
|---|---|
| Wheel diameter | 15–16" |
| Wheel width | 6–7" |
| Wheel offset | 42–47 mm |
| Tire width | 185–225 mm |
323i · Convertible, 2d
2.5L · I6 · Petrol
| Spec | Front & Rear |
|---|---|
| Wheel diameter | 15–16" |
| Wheel width | 6.5–7" |
| Wheel offset | 46–47 mm |
| Tire width | 205–225 mm |
323i · Estate, 5d
2.5L · I6 · Petrol
| Spec | Front & Rear |
|---|---|
| Wheel diameter | 15–17" |
| Wheel width | 6.5–8" |
| Wheel offset | 42–47 mm |
| Tire width | 195–225 mm |
323is · Estate, 5d
2.5L · I6 · Petrol
| Spec | Front & Rear |
|---|---|
| Wheel diameter | 15–16" |
| Wheel width | 6.5–7" |
| Wheel offset | 46–47 mm |
| Tire width | 205–225 mm |
328i · Convertible, 2d
2.8L · I6 · Petrol
| Spec | Front & Rear |
|---|---|
| Wheel diameter | 15–20" |
| Wheel width | 6.5–8.5" |
| Wheel offset | 35–47 mm |
| Tire width | 205–225 mm |
328i · Estate, 5d
2.8L · I6 · Petrol
| Spec | Front & Rear |
|---|---|
| Wheel diameter | 15–20" |
| Wheel width | 6.5–8.5" |
| Wheel offset | 35–47 mm |
| Tire width | 205–225 mm |
328is · Estate, 5d
2.8L · I6 · Petrol
| Spec | Front & Rear |
|---|---|
| Wheel diameter | 15–16" |
| Wheel width | 6.5–7" |
| Wheel offset | 46–47 mm |
| Tire width | 205–225 mm |
M3 · Estate, 5d
Staggered3.2L · I6 · Petrol
| Spec | Front | Rear |
|---|---|---|
| Wheel diameter | 17–18" | 17" |
| Wheel width | 7–7.5" | 8.5" |
| Wheel offset | 41 mm | 41 mm |
| Tire width | 215–235 mm | 245 mm |
1999 BMW 3 Series Fitment FAQ
What is the bolt pattern on a 1999 BMW 3 Series?
The 1999 BMW 3 Series uses a 5x120 bolt pattern (5 lug bolts on a 120 mm circle) with a 72.6 mm centre bore.
What size tires fit a 1999 BMW 3 Series?
Factory (OEM) tire sizes for the 1999 BMW 3 Series include 185/65R15, 195/65R15, 205/60R15, 225/55R15, 205/55R16, 225/50R16, 225/50ZR16, 215/45R17, 225/45ZR17, 235/40ZR17; staggered rear fitments use 245/40ZR17. Always confirm against the placard inside the driver's door jamb.
What wheel sizes can I put on a 1999 BMW 3 Series?
Depending on trim, the 1999 BMW 3 Series accepts wheels from 15" up to 20" in diameter with the correct width and offset — larger diameters typically require lower-profile tires to keep the overall rolling diameter stock.
What lug bolt size does a 1999 BMW 3 Series use?
The 1999 BMW 3 Series uses M12 x 1.5 lug bolts, torqued to 115 Nm.
Fitment data is provided as a guide. Always verify sizes against your vehicle's door-jamb placard or with our fitment experts before ordering.