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BMW Z8 generations and tyre sizes

Z8

E52

2000 – 2003
Petrol294 kW (400 PS)Manual

For the BMW Z8 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 Z8 uses 2 tyre sizes across 1 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 Z8 - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for BMW Z8

Best tyres for BMW Z8 by category

Best for dry
Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4
8.9/10
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
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
9.5/10
Best overall
Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330
9.6/10

Tyre comparison for BMW Z8

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W3309.68.07.16.37.8Upper-middle100%
2Michelin PILOT ALPIN 59.47.58.87.68.1Premium100%
3Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.18.38.38.08.0Premium250%
4Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium100%
5GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+9.08.58.08.98.5Premium200%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for BMW Z8?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for BMW Z8 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 Z8?
The BMW Z8 uses the following tyre sizes: 245/45 R18, 275/40 R18.
How many generations does the BMW Z8 have?
The BMW Z8 has 1 generations, from 2000 to 2000.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for BMW Z8?
For wet road performance on BMW Z8, 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 Z8?
Yes, the Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 is the top-rated tyre for BMW Z8 with a rating of 9.6/10. Its strongest discipline is snow. It covers 100% of BMW Z8 tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for BMW Z8?
To choose the right tyres for BMW Z8: 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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