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BMW X3 generations and tyre sizes

X3 E83

E83

2004 – 2006
Diesel, Petrol110–170 kW (150–231 PS)Manual / Automatic
X3 E83 (1. Facelift)

E83 (1. Facelift)

2006 – 2010
Diesel, Petrol105–210 kW (143–286 PS)Manual / Automatic
X3

F25 (1. Facelift)

2014 – 2017
Diesel, Petrol110–230 kW (150–313 PS)Manual / Automatic
X3 G01

G01

2017 – Now
X3 G01/F97

G01/F97

2017 – 2021
Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid135–215 kW (184–292 PS)Automatic
X3 X3 G01/G08/F97

X3 G01/G08/F97

2017 – Now
Diesel, Petrol240–375 kW (326–510 PS)Automatic
X3 X3 G01/F97 (1. Facelift)

X3 G01/F97 (1. Facelift)

2021 – 2024
Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid135–375 kW (184–510 PS)Automatic
X3 X3 G45

X3 G45

2024 – Now
Diesel, Petrol, Hybrid145–293 kW (197–398 PS)Automatic

For the BMW X3 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 X3 uses 21 tyre sizes across 9 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 X3 - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for BMW X3

Best tyres for BMW X3 by category

Best for dry
Pirelli SCORPION WINTER
9.4/10
Best for wet
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
9.2/10
Best for comfort
Nokian WR Snowproof P
9.2/10
Best for noise
Nokian WR Snowproof P
9.2/10
Best for snow
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
9.3/10
Best overall
Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330
9.6/10

Tyre comparison for BMW X3

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W3309.68.07.16.37.8Upper-middle76%
2Michelin PILOT ALPIN 59.47.58.87.68.1Premium85%
3Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.18.38.38.08.0Premium52%
4Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium123%
5Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV9.08.78.97.97.9Premium76%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for BMW X3?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for BMW X3 are: Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 (9.6/10), Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (9.4/10), Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (9.1/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit BMW X3?
The BMW X3 uses the following tyre sizes: 215/60 R17, 235/55 R17, 235/50 R18, 255/45 R18, 235/45 R19, 255/40 R19, 205/65 R17, 225/60 R17, 245/55 R17, 245/50 R18, 245/45 R19, 275/40 R19, 245/40 R20, 275/35 R20, 245/35 R21, 275/30 R21, 225/60 R18, 245/45 R20, 255/45 R20, 255/40 R21, 245/50 R19.
How many generations does the BMW X3 have?
The BMW X3 has 9 generations, from 2004 to 2024.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for BMW X3?
For wet road performance on BMW X3, 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 X3?
Yes, the Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 is the top-rated tyre for BMW X3 with a rating of 9.6/10. Its strongest discipline is snow. It covers 76% of BMW X3 tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for BMW X3?
To choose the right tyres for BMW X3: 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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