What is the standard wheel lug pattern for the BMW 3 (E46)?

The BMW 3 (E46) commonly uses a 5×120 mm PCD lug pattern.

What offset (ET) range is typical for BMW 3 (E46) wheels?

Offset generally ranges between ET30 and ET45 depending on the wheel size and model.

What is the center bore size for BMW 3 (E46) wheels?

The center bore for the BMW 3 (E46) is 72.56 mm.

BMW 3 (E46) Wheel Lug Pattern, Offset ET & Center Bore Reference

The BMW 3 (E46), produced from 1998 to 2006, features specific wheel lug patterns essential for proper fitment. The standard lug pattern across most models is 5×120 mm PCD, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of wheels designed for this specification.\n\nWheel offset (ET) for the BMW 3 (E46) typically ranges from ET30 to ET45, depending on the rim width and style. Maintaining the correct offset is crucial to avoid clearance issues with the suspension and brakes. The center bore is 72.56 mm, which allows for a precise fit on the hub and reduces vibrations.\n\nRim sizes for the E46 vary from 15 to 18 inches, with various widths to accommodate different tire profiles and performance requirements. Always consult the year-specific reference table on our site to verify the exact wheel specifications needed for your particular BMW 3 (E46) model year.\n\nUsing the correct wheel lug pattern, offset, and center bore ensures safety, optimal handling, and preserves the vehicle's performance characteristics. This reference is designed to assist BMW 3 (E46) owners and enthusiasts in selecting compatible wheels with confidence.

Year

Make / model / trim	Year	Tire	Rim width (in)	Rim diam. (in)	Bolt pattern	Offset ET	Bore DIA	Mounting
BMW 3 (E46) 316 i	2005	195/65R15	7	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 318 d	2005	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 318 i	2005	195/65R15	7	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 320 d	2005	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 320 i	2005	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 325 i	2005	205/60R15	7	16	5×120	47	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 325 xi	2005	205/60R15	7	16	5×120	47	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 d	2005	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 i	2005	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 Xd	2005	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 xi	2005	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 316 i	2004	195/65R15	7	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 318 d	2004	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 318 i	2004	195/65R15	7	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 320 d	2004	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 320 i	2004	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 325 i	2004	205/60R15	7	16	5×120	47	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 325 xi	2004	205/60R15	7	16	5×120	47	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 d	2004	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 i	2004	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 Xd	2004	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 xi	2004	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 316 i	2003	195/65R15	7	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 318 d	2003	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 318 i	2003	195/65R15	7	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 320 d	2003	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 320 i	2003	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 325 i	2003	205/60R15	7	16	5×120	47	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 325 xi	2003	205/60R15	7	16	5×120	47	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 d	2003	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 i	2003	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 Xd	2003	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 xi	2003	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 316 i	2002	195/65R15	7	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 318 d	2002	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 318 i	2002	195/65R15	7	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 320 d	2002	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 320 i	2002	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 325 i	2002	205/60R15	7	16	5×120	47	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 325 xi	2002	205/60R15	7	16	5×120	47	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 d	2002	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 i	2002	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 Xd	2002	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 xi	2002	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 316 i	2001	195/65R15	7	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 318 d	2001	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 318 i	2001	195/65R15	7	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 320 d	2001	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 320 i	2001	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 325 i	2001	205/60R15	7	16	5×120	47	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 325 xi	2001	205/60R15	7	16	5×120	47	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 d	2001	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 i	2001	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 Xd	2001	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 xi	2001	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 316 i	2000	195/65R15	7	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 318 i	2000	195/65R15	7	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 320 d	2000	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 320 i	2000	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 323 i	2000	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 325 i	2000	205/60R15	7	16	5×120	47	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 325 xi	2000	205/60R15	7	16	5×120	47	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 328 i	2000	205/60R15	7	16	5×120	47	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 d	2000	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 i	2000	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 Xd	2000	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 xi	2000	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 316 i	1999	195/65R15	7	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 318 i	1999	195/65R15	7	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 320 d	1999	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 320 i	1999	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 323 i	1999	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 328 i	1999	205/60R15	7	16	5×120	47	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 330 d	1999	205/50R17	7	17	5×120	40	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 316 i	1998	195/65R15	7	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 318 i	1998	195/65R15	7	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 320 d	1998	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 320 i	1998	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 323 i	1998	195/65R15	6.5	15	5×120	42	72.6	M12*1,5
BMW 3 (E46) 328 i	1998	205/60R15	7	16	5×120	47	72.6	M12*1,5

FAQ

What is the standard wheel lug pattern for the BMW 3 (E46)?: The BMW 3 (E46) commonly uses a 5×120 mm PCD lug pattern.
What offset (ET) range is typical for BMW 3 (E46) wheels?: Offset generally ranges between ET30 and ET45 depending on the wheel size and model.
What is the center bore size for BMW 3 (E46) wheels?: The center bore for the BMW 3 (E46) is 72.56 mm.

Tire size calculatorShow

Compare two tire sizes — diameter, speedometer error, and clearance change.

WidthHeightRadius

inch

	Size 1	Size 2	Diff	Diff(%)
Diameter	25.0"	25.4"	0.5"	1.89%
Width	7.7"	8.5"	0.8"	10.26%
Circumference	78.4"	79.9"	1.5"	1.86%
Profile height	5.0"	4.2"	-0.7"	-15.08%
Turnover per mile	807	793	14	-1.73%
Clearance	-	-	+0.2"	-

25.0"

7.7"

25.5"

8.5"

15"

5.0"

17"

4.2"

Speedometer Error

(First wheel OEM size)

Reading	20 mph	30 mph	40 mph	50 mph	60 mph	70 mph	80 mph	90 mph
Actual	20.4	30.5	40.7	50.9	61.1	71.2	81.4	91.6