1998 BMW M3 Wheel & Tire Sizes
Complete fitment guide for the 1998 BMW M3: 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
Wheel Diameters
17"–19"
Factory (OEM) Tire Sizes for the 1998 BMW M3
Front / square fitments
Rear (staggered fitments)
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1998 BMW M3 Wheel Fitment by Trim
Compatible wheel diameter, width and offset ranges for each 1998 BMW M3 configuration. Trims with different front and rear specs run a staggered setup.
M3 · Coupe, 2d
Staggered3.2L · I6 · Petrol
| Spec | Front | Rear |
|---|---|---|
| Wheel diameter | 17–19" | 17–19" |
| Wheel width | 7–8.5" | 8.5–9.5" |
| Wheel offset | 30–40 mm | 38–42 mm |
| Tire width | 215–235 mm | 245 mm |
1998 BMW M3 Fitment FAQ
What is the bolt pattern on a 1998 BMW M3?
The 1998 BMW M3 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 1998 BMW M3?
Factory (OEM) tire sizes for the 1998 BMW M3 include 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 1998 BMW M3?
Depending on trim, the 1998 BMW M3 accepts wheels from 17" up to 19" 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 1998 BMW M3 use?
The 1998 BMW M3 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.