BMW 1 Series Spare Tire Fitment Guide
The BMW 1 Series used a 5x120 mm bolt pattern for all models from 2008 to 2013 along with tire diameters ranging from 24.8" to 26.3" tall. Using a temporary compact spare tire with a diameter close to the standard tire has many benefits, especially for modern vehicles with larger brake calipers and anti-lock brakes or traction control systems.
The tire diameter and the wheel diameter clearance have been taken into account for the specific BMW 1 Series years and options. In this case, 125/80R17, 125/70R18 and 125/80R18 spare tire sizes are used to avoid vehicle components while closely matching the original tire size diameters. We've provided a breakdown by vehicle generation and model specifics to help you find the correct BMW 1 Series spare tire.
2008-2013 BMW 1 Series Coupe/Convertible Spare Tires
This generation of the BMW 1 Series Coupe/Convertible began in 2008 and was available through 2013. There were multiple versions manufactured in this year range and have specific spare tire and wheel solutions for each one. The 1M Coupe, Standard Coupe/Convertible, and M Sport/Performance Brake models are listed individually. (Listings include 118i, 128i, 135i, etc.)
There was a facelift redesign in 2012 that changed the look of the car, but it did not have a specific impact on the spare tire size.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | BMW | 1 Series Coupe/Convertible | 5x120 mm | 24.8-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1 Series Coupe/Convertible M Sport Brakes | 5x120 mm | 24.8-25.1" | 125/70R18 | 24.9" | ||
| 2012 | BMW | 1 Series 1M Coupe | 5x120 mm | 25.8-26.3" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
| 1 Series Coupe/Convertible | 5x120 mm | 24.8-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" | ||
| 1 Series Coupe/Convertible M Sport Brakes | 5x120 mm | 24.8-25.1" | 125/70R18 | 24.9" | ||
| 2011 | BMW | 1 Series 1M Coupe | 5x120 mm | 25.8-26.3" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
| 1 Series Coupe/Convertible | 5x120 mm | 24.8-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" | ||
| 1 Series Coupe/Convertible M Sport Brakes | 5x120 mm | 24.8-25.1" | 125/70R18 | 24.9" | ||
| 2010 | BMW | 1 Series Coupe/Convertible | 5x120 mm | 24.9-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1 Series Coupe/Convertible M Sport Brakes | 5x120 mm | 24.8-25.1" | 125/70R18 | 24.9" | ||
| 2009 | BMW | 1 Series Coupe/Convertible | 5x120 mm | 24.9-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1 Series Coupe/Convertible M Sport Brakes | 5x120 mm | 24.8-25.1" | 125/70R18 | 24.9" | ||
| 2008 | BMW | 1 Series Coupe/Convertible | 5x120 mm | 24.9-25.1" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1 Series Coupe/Convertible M Sport Brakes | 5x120 mm | 24.8-25.1" | 125/70R18 | 24.9" |