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BMW 8-series generations and tyre sizes

8-series

E31

1989 – 1999
Petrol210–280 kW (286–381 PS)Automatic / Manual
8-series

8er-Reihe G14/G15/G16/F91/F92/F93

2018 – 2022
Diesel, Petrol235–460 kW (320–625 PS)Automatic
8-series 8er-Reihe G14/G15/G16/F91/F92/F93 (1. Facelift)

8er-Reihe G14/G15/G16/F91/F92/F93 (1. Facelift)

2022 – 2025
Petrol, Diesel245–460 kW (333–625 PS)Automatic

For the BMW 8-series in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Continental Premiumcontact 7 (rated 9.8/10) and Continental Sportcontact 7 (rated 9.7/10). The BMW 8-series uses 11 tyre sizes across 3 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

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

Summer tyres for BMW 8-series - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Summer tyres for BMW 8-series

Best tyres for BMW 8-series by category

Best for dry
Continental Sportcontact 7
9.4/10
Best for wet
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
9.1/10
Best for comfort
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
9.1/10
Best for noise
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
8.8/10
Best overall
Continental Premiumcontact 7
9.8/10

Tyre comparison for BMW 8-series

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Continental Premiumcontact 79.88.99.07.27.2Premium63%
2Continental Sportcontact 79.78.89.47.98.1Premium72%
3Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S9.58.58.97.07.6Premium181%
4Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 69.48.59.18.17.4Premium72%
5Bridgestone POTENZA SPORT EVO9.38.79.16.77.9Premium81%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Summer tyres for BMW 8-series?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Summer tyres for BMW 8-series are: Continental Premiumcontact 7 (9.8/10), Continental Sportcontact 7 (9.7/10), Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S (9.5/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit BMW 8-series?
The BMW 8-series uses the following tyre sizes: 235/50 R16, 235/45 R17, 265/40 R17, 245/40 R18, 285/35 R18, 245/45 R18, 275/40 R18, 245/40 R19, 275/35 R19, 245/35 R20, 275/30 R20.
How many generations does the BMW 8-series have?
The BMW 8-series has 3 generations, from 1989 to 2022.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for BMW 8-series?
For wet road performance on BMW 8-series, the top-rated tyres are Bridgestone Potenza Sport (9.1/10) And Continental Premiumcontact 7 (8.9/10).
Are Continental Premiumcontact 7 good for BMW 8-series?
Yes, the Continental Premiumcontact 7 is the top-rated tyre for BMW 8-series with a rating of 9.8/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 63% of BMW 8-series tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for BMW 8-series?
To choose the right tyres for BMW 8-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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