BMW 5 Touring (E61) Tire Sizes and Rim Specifications by Year and Trim

The BMW 5 Touring (E61) features varying tire sizes and rim dimensions depending on the model year and trim level. Early production years typically use 16 to 18-inch rims, with markings such as 225/55R16 or 245/45R18 indicating tire width, aspect ratio, and diameter.\n\nTrim differences affect recommended tire sizes; sportier trims often have wider rims (e.g., 8.0J×18) for improved handling, while base trims suit narrower rims. Always check your specific year and trim to ensure proper fitment and performance.\n\nWhen comparing trims, pay attention to the rim diameter and width as these impact tire profile and overall driving dynamics. Correct tire pressure and size help maintain safety and efficiency across different models within the 5 Touring (E61) lineup.

Year
Make / model / trim Year Tire size Wheel
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 520 d2010225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 520 i2010225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 523 i2010225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 d2010225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 d xDrive2010225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 i2010225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 i xDrive2010225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 xd2010225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 xi2010225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 d2010225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 d xDrive2010225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 i2010225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 i xDrive2010225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 xd2010225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 xi2010225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 535 d2010225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 545 i2010225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 550 i2010225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) M52010235/40R188" × 18"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 520 d2009225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 520 i2009225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 523 i2009225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 d2009225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 d xDrive2009225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 i2009225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 i xDrive2009225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 xd2009225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 xi2009225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 d2009225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 d xDrive2009225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 i2009225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 i xDrive2009225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 xd2009225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 xi2009225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 535 d2009225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 545 i2009225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 550 i2009225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) M52009235/40R188" × 18"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 520 d2008225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 520 i2008225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 523 i2008225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 d2008225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 d xDrive2008225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 i2008225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 i xDrive2008225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 xd2008225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 xi2008225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 d2008225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 d xDrive2008225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 i2008225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 i xDrive2008225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 xd2008225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 xi2008225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 535 d2008225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 545 i2008225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 550 i2008225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) M52008235/40R188" × 18"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 520 d2007225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 520 i2007225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 523 i2007225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 d2007225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 i2007225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 xd2007225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 xi2007225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 d2007225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 i2007225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 xd2007225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 xi2007225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 535 d2007225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 545 i2007225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 550 i2007225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) M52007235/40R188" × 18"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 520 d2006225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 523 i2006225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 d2006225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 i2006225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 xi2006225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 d2006225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 i2006225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 xd2006225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 xi2006225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 535 d2006225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 545 i2006225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 550 i2006225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 520 d2005225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 523 i2005225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 d2005225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 i2005225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 xi2005225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 d2005225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 i2005225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 xd2005225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 xi2005225/50R177.5" × 17"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 535 d2005225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 545 i2005225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 550 i2005225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 d2004225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 525 i2004225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 530 d2004225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 535 d2004225/55R167" × 16"
BMW 5 Touring (E61) 545 i2004225/55R167" × 16"

For bolt pattern (PCD), offset ET, center bore, and mounting details, open the bolt pattern page for BMW 5 Touring (E61).

FAQ

What tire sizes are common for the BMW 5 Touring (E61)?
Tire sizes for the E61 range from 225/55R16 to 245/45R18 depending on the year and trim.
How do rim widths vary by BMW 5 Touring (E61) trims?
Lower trims often have 7.5J–7.5J×16 rims, while sport trims can have wider rims like 8.0J×18 for better grip.
Can I use tires from one trim on another within the E61 series?
It's possible but crucial to match rim width and diameter exactly to avoid fitment and safety issues.
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