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ALPINA B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series) generations and tyre sizes

B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series)

E12

1978 – 1982
Petrol221–243 kW (300–330 PS)Manual
205/55 R16
B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series)

E28

1981 – 1987
Petrol180–235 kW (245–320 PS)Manual
205/55 R16
B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series)

E34

1988 – 1996
Petrol170–265 kW (231–360 PS)Manual / Automatic
235/45 R17
B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series)

E39

1997 – 2000
Diesel, Petrol175–255 kW (238–347 PS)Manual / Automatic
235/40 R18
B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series) E39 (1. Facelift)

E39 (1. Facelift)

2000 – 2004
Diesel, Petrol180–276 kW (245–375 PS)Manual / Automatic
235/40 R18245/35 R19
B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series)

E60/E61

2005 – 2008
Petrol368 kW (500 PS)Automatic
245/40 R19
B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series)

E60/E61 (1. Facelift)

2008 – 2010
Petrol390 kW (530 PS)Automatic
245/40 R19245/35 R20
B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series)

F10/F11

2010 – 2014
Diesel, Petrol257–441 kW (349–600 PS)Automatic
255/35 R20
B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series)

B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5er-Reihe) F10/F11 (1. Facelift)

2014 – 2016
Diesel, Petrol257–441 kW (349–600 PS)Automatic
255/35 R20
B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series) G30/G31

G30/G31

2017 – 2020
Diesel, Petrol285–447 kW (387–608 PS)Automatic
255/35 R20
B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series) B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5er-Reihe) G30/G31 (1. Facelift)

B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5er-Reihe) G30/G31 (1. Facelift)

2020 – 2024
Diesel, Petrol300–466 kW (408–634 PS)Automatic
255/35 R20

For the ALPINA B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series) in 2026, the top-rated tyres are Continental Sportcontact 7 (rated 10.0/10) and Hankook Ventus Evo (rated 9.9/10). The ALPINA B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series) uses 7 tyre sizes across 11 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

tyres for ALPINA B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series) - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best tyres for ALPINA B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series)?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated tyres for ALPINA B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series) are: Continental Sportcontact 7 (10.0/10), Hankook Ventus Evo (9.9/10), Continental Premiumcontact 7 (9.8/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit ALPINA B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series)?
The ALPINA B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series) uses the following tyre sizes: 205/55 R16, 235/45 R17, 235/40 R18, 245/35 R19, 245/40 R19, 245/35 R20, 255/35 R20.
How many generations does the ALPINA B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series) have?
The ALPINA B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series) has 11 generations, from 1978 to 2020.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for ALPINA B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series)?
For wet road performance on ALPINA B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series), the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Continental Sportcontact 7 good for ALPINA B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series)?
Yes, the Continental Sportcontact 7 is the top-rated tyre for ALPINA B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series) with a rating of 10.0/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 114% of ALPINA B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series) tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for ALPINA B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series)?
To choose the right tyres for ALPINA B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series): 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.
What is the difference between summer and winter tyres for ALPINA B5/B7/B9/B10/D5/D10 (5-series)?
Summer tyres are optimized for warm temperatures (above 7 degrees C) with better dry and wet grip. Winter tyres use softer compounds and deeper treads for cold conditions, snow and ice. All-season tyres offer a compromise but do not match specialists in extreme conditions. Choose based on your climate and driving needs.

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