BMW 5 Touring (E39) Wheel Lug Pattern & Fitment Guide

The BMW 5 Touring (E39), produced from 1997 to 2004, features specific wheel lug patterns essential for proper fitment and safety. The primary lug pattern is 5×120 mm PCD, a common diameter among BMW models. Correct offset ET and center bore dimensions ensure optimal wheel clearance and hub centering.\n\nTypical rim sizes for the E39 5 Touring range from 15 to 18 inches in diameter, with various widths to accommodate different tire profiles. Offset (ET) values generally range between ET20 and ET35, depending on the specific rim design and year of manufacture. The center bore diameter is 72.5 mm, which is vital for wheel hub compatibility.\n\nUsing wheels with the correct lug pattern, offset, and center bore specifications maintains handling precision and prevents vibrations. This guide provides year-sorted lug pattern and fitment details to help select compatible aftermarket or replacement wheels for the BMW 5 Touring (E39).

Year
Make / model / trim Year Tire Rim width (in) Rim diam. (in) Bolt pattern Offset ET Bore DIA Mounting
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 520 i2004215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 525 d2004215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 525 i2004215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 525 tds2004215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 530 d2004215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 530 i2004215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 540 i2004215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 520 d2003215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 520 i2003215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 525 d2003215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 525 i2003215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 525 tds2003215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 530 d2003215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 530 i2003215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 540 i2003215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 520 d2002215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 520 i2002215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 525 d2002215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 525 i2002215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 525 tds2002215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 530 d2002215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 530 i2002215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 540 i2002215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 520 d2001215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 520 i2001215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 525 d2001215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 525 i2001215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 525 tds2001215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 530 d2001215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 530 i2001215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 540 i2001215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 520 d2000215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 520 i2000215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 523 i2000215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 525 d2000215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 525 i2000215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 525 tds2000215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 528 i2000215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 530 d2000215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 530 i2000215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 540 i2000215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 520 i1999215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 523 i1999215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 525 tds1999215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 528 i1999215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 530 d1999215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 540 i1999215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 520 i1998215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 523 i1998215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 525 tds1998215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 528 i1998215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 530 d1998215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 540 i1998215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 520 i1997215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 523 i1997215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 525 tds1997215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 528 i1997215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5
BMW 5 Touring (E39) 540 i1997215/55R167165×1202074.1M12*1,5

FAQ

What is the lug pattern for BMW 5 Touring (E39)?
The BMW 5 Touring (E39) uses a 5×120 mm lug pattern for wheel mounting.
What is the center bore size for the BMW 5 Touring (E39) wheels?
The center bore diameter for E39 wheels is 72.5 mm to ensure proper hub fitment.
What offset (ET) is recommended for BMW 5 Touring (E39) wheels?
Recommended offset values range from ET20 to ET35, varying with rim size and design.
Tire size calculatorShow

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

inchmm
Size 1Size 2DiffDiff(%)
Diameter25.0"25.4"0.5"1.89%
Width7.7"8.5"0.8"10.26%
Circumference78.4"79.9"1.5"1.86%
Profile height5.0"4.2"-0.7"-15.08%
Turnover per mile80779314-1.73%
Clearance--+0.2"-
25.0"
7.7"
old tire side
25.5"
8.5"
new tire side
old tire
15"
old rim
5.0"
new tire
17"
new rim
4.2"

Speedometer Error

(First wheel OEM size)

Reading20 mph30 mph40 mph50 mph60 mph70 mph80 mph90 mph
Actual20.430.540.750.961.171.281.491.6