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BMW 7-series generations and tyre sizes

7-series

E23

1977 – 1986
Petrol125–185 kW (170–252 PS)Manual / Automatic
7-series

E32

1987 – 1994
Petrol138–220 kW (188–299 PS)Automatic / Manual
7-series

E38

1994 – 1998
Diesel, Petrol105–240 kW (143–326 PS)Automatic / Manual
7-series

7er-Reihe E38 (1. Facelift)

1998 – 2001
Diesel, Petrol135–240 kW (184–326 PS)Automatic / Manual
7-series

E65/E66

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

E65/E66 (1. Facelift)

2005 – 2008
Diesel, Petrol170–327 kW (231–445 PS)Automatic
7-series F01/F02

F01/F02

2008 – 2012
Diesel, Petrol180–400 kW (245–544 PS)Automatic
7-series F01/F02 (1. Facelift)

F01/F02 (1. Facelift)

2012 – 2015
Diesel, Petrol190–400 kW (258–544 PS)Automatic
7-series G11/G12

G11/G12

2015 – 2019
Diesel, Petrol, Hybrid195–448 kW (265–609 PS)Automatic
7-series G11/G12 (1. Facelift)

G11/G12 (1. Facelift)

2019 – 2022
Diesel, Hybrid, Petrol195–430 kW (265–585 PS)Automatic
7-series 7er-Reihe G70

7er-Reihe G70

2023 – 2026
Diesel, Hybrid, Petrol220–420 kW (299–571 PS)Automatic
7-series

7er-Reihe G70 (1. Facelift)

2026 – Now

For the BMW 7-series in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 (rated 9.6/10) and Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (rated 9.4/10). The BMW 7-series uses 27 tyre sizes across 12 generations. The Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 excels in Snow performance while the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 stands out in Dry performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

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

Winter tyres for BMW 7-series - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for BMW 7-series

Best tyres for BMW 7-series by category

Best for dry
Pirelli SCORPION WINTER
9.4/10
Best for wet
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
9.2/10
Best for comfort
Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4
8.7/10
Best for noise
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
8.9/10
Best for snow
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
9.3/10
Best overall
Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330
9.6/10

Tyre comparison for BMW 7-series

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W3309.68.07.16.37.8Upper-middle53%
2Michelin PILOT ALPIN 59.47.58.87.68.1Premium65%
3Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium92%
4Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV9.08.78.97.97.9Premium84%
5GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+9.08.58.08.98.5Premium76%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for BMW 7-series?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for BMW 7-series are: Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 (9.6/10), Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (9.4/10), Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10). 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 Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4 (8.7/10).
Are Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 good for BMW 7-series?
Yes, the Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 is the top-rated tyre for BMW 7-series with a rating of 9.6/10. Its strongest discipline is snow. It covers 53% 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.

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