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BMW 7-series generations and tyre sizes

7-series

E23

1977 – 1986
Petrol125–185 kW (170–252 PS)Manual / Automatic
195/70 R14205/70 R14220/55 R390
7-series

E32

1987 – 1994
Petrol138–220 kW (188–299 PS)Automatic / Manual
195/70 R14205/65 R15225/60 R15235/45 R17265/40 R17
7-series

E38

1994 – 1998
Diesel, Petrol105–240 kW (143–326 PS)Automatic / Manual
215/65 R16235/60 R16245/55 R16235/55 R17235/50 R18255/45 R18
7-series

7er-Reihe E38 (1. Facelift)

1998 – 2001
Diesel, Petrol135–240 kW (184–326 PS)Automatic / Manual
215/65 R16235/60 R16
7-series

E65/E66

2001 – 2005
Diesel, Petrol160–327 kW (218–445 PS)Automatic
245/55 R17245/50 R18
7-series E65/E66 (1. Facelift)

E65/E66 (1. Facelift)

2005 – 2008
Diesel, Petrol170–327 kW (231–445 PS)Automatic
225/60 R17245/55 R17245/50 R18245/45 R19275/40 R19245/40 R20275/35 R20245/35 R21285/30 R21
7-series F01/F02

F01/F02

2008 – 2012
Diesel, Petrol180–400 kW (245–544 PS)Automatic
245/55 R17245/50 R18245/45 R19
7-series F01/F02 (1. Facelift)

F01/F02 (1. Facelift)

2012 – 2015
Diesel, Petrol190–400 kW (258–544 PS)Automatic
245/55 R17245/50 R18245/45 R19
7-series G11/G12

G11/G12

2015 – 2019
Diesel, Petrol, Hybrid195–448 kW (265–609 PS)Automatic
225/60 R17245/50 R18245/45 R19245/40 R20
7-series G11/G12 (1. Facelift)

G11/G12 (1. Facelift)

2019 – 2022
Diesel, Hybrid, Petrol195–430 kW (265–585 PS)Automatic
225/60 R17245/50 R18245/45 R19245/40 R20
7-series 7er-Reihe G70

7er-Reihe G70

2023 – 2026
Diesel, Hybrid, Petrol220–420 kW (299–571 PS)Automatic
245/50 R19255/45 R20285/40 R20255/40 R21285/35 R21
7-series

7er-Reihe G70 (1. Facelift)

2026 – Now

For the BMW 7-series in 2026, the top-rated tyres are Continental SportContact 7 (rated 10.0/10) and Hankook Ventus Evo (rated 9.9/10). The BMW 7-series uses 27 tyre sizes across 12 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

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

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Tyres for BMW 7-series - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Matching tyres for BMW 7-series

Frequently asked questions

What are the best tyres for BMW 7-series?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated tyres for BMW 7-series are: Continental SportContact 7 (10.0/10), Hankook Ventus Evo (9.9/10), Hankook ION Evo (9.6/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit BMW 7-series?
The BMW 7-series uses the following tyre sizes: 195/70 R14, 205/70 R14, 220/55 R390, 205/65 R15, 225/60 R15, 235/45 R17, 265/40 R17, 215/65 R16, 235/60 R16, 245/55 R16, 235/55 R17, 235/50 R18, 255/45 R18, 245/55 R17, 245/50 R18, 225/60 R17, 245/45 R19, 275/40 R19, 245/40 R20, 275/35 R20, 245/35 R21, 285/30 R21, 245/50 R19, 255/45 R20, 285/40 R20, 255/40 R21, 285/35 R21.
How many generations does the BMW 7-series have?
The BMW 7-series has 12 generations, from 1977 to 2026.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for BMW 7-series?
For wet road performance on BMW 7-series, the top-rated tyres are Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10) And Hankook Ventus Evo (9.0/10).
Are Continental SportContact 7 good for BMW 7-series?
Yes, the Continental SportContact 7 is the top-rated tyre for BMW 7-series with a rating of 10.0/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 61% of BMW 7-series tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for BMW 7-series?
To choose the right tyres for BMW 7-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 BMW 7-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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