BMW 5 Series Spare Tire Fitment Guide
The BMW 5 Series used 5x112 mm and 5x120 mm bolt pattern variations from 1972 to 2026 along with tire diameters ranging from 24.7" to 29.1" 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 5 Series years and options. In this case, 125/80R17, 125/80R18, 145/80R17, 135/80R18, 145/65R20, 145/60R20 and 195/55R20 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 5 Series spare tire.
2024-2026 BMW 5 Series Sedan/Wagon Spare Tires
This generation of the BMW 5 Series Sedan/Wagon began in 2024 and is still the current model being produced. There were multiple versions manufactured in this year range and have specific spare tire and wheel solutions for each one. The M5 models include Sedan and Touring versions. The Standard Sedan/Wagon and M Sport/Performance Brake models are listed individually. The xDrive option does not change the recommended spare tire. (Listings include 530i, 540i, 550e etc.)
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | BMW | M5 | 5x112 mm | 29-29.1" | 195/55R20 | 28.4" |
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x112 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon M Sport Brakes | 5x112 mm | 27.5-27.8" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" | ||
| 2025 | BMW | M5 | 5x112 mm | 29-29.1" | 195/55R20 | 28.4" |
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x112 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon M Sport Brakes | 5x112 mm | 27.5-27.8" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" | ||
| 2024 | BMW | 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x112 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon M Sport Brakes | 5x112 mm | 27.5-27.8" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
2017-2023 BMW 5 Series Sedan/Wagon Spare Tires
This generation of the BMW 5 Series Sedan/Wagon began in 2017 and was available through 2023. There were multiple versions manufactured in this year range and have specific spare tire and wheel solutions for each one. The M5 Sedan models include CS and Carbon Ceramic Brake versions, and the M550i models include Sedan and Wagon versions. The Standard Sedan/Wagon and M Sport/Performance Brake models are listed individually. The xDrive option does not change the recommended spare tire. (Listings include 530i, 530e, 540d, 540i, etc.)
Although there was a facelift redesign introduced in 2021, the spare tire requirements remained the same.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | BMW | M5 Sedan | 5x112 mm | 27.6-28" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| M550i | 5x112 mm | 26.5-26.8" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x112 mm | 26.6-26.7" | 135/80R18 | 26.5" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon M Sport Brakes | 5x112 mm | 26.5-26.8" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 2022 | BMW | M5 Sedan | 5x112 mm | 27.6-28" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| M550i | 5x112 mm | 26.5-26.8" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x112 mm | 26.5-26.8" | 135/80R18 | 26.5" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon M Sport Brakes | 5x112 mm | 26.5-26.8" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 2021 | BMW | M5 Sedan | 5x112 mm | 27.6-28" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| M550i | 5x112 mm | 26.5-26.8" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x112 mm | 26.6-26.7" | 135/80R18 | 26.5" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon M Sport Brakes | 5x112 mm | 26.5-26.8" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 2020 | BMW | M5 Sedan | 5x112 mm | 27.6-28" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| M550i | 5x112 mm | 26.5-26.8" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x112 mm | 26.6-26.7" | 135/80R18 | 26.5" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon M Sport Brakes | 5x112 mm | 26.5-26.8" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 2019 | BMW | M5 Sedan | 5x112 mm | 27.6-28" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| M550i | 5x112 mm | 26.5-26.8" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x112 mm | 26.6-26.7" | 135/80R18 | 26.5" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon M Sport Brakes | 5x112 mm | 26.5-26.8" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 2018 | BMW | M5 Sedan | 5x112 mm | 27.6-28" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| M550i | 5x112 mm | 26.5-26.8" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x112 mm | 26.6-26.7" | 135/80R18 | 26.5" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon M Sport Brakes | 5x112 mm | 26.5-26.8" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 2017 | BMW | 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x112 mm | 26.6-26.7" | 135/80R18 | 26.5" |
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon M Sport Brakes | 5x112 mm | 26.5-26.8" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
2011-2016 BMW 5 Series Sedan/Wagon Spare Tires
This generation of the BMW 5 Series Sedan/Wagon began in 2011 and was available through 2016. There were multiple versions manufactured in this year range and have specific spare tire and wheel solutions for each one. The M5 Sedan models include Carbon Ceramic Brake versions, and the M Sport/Performance Brake models include Sport Package versions. The Active Hybrid 5 and Standard Sedan/Wagon models are listed individually. The xDrive option does not change the recommended spare tire. (Listings include 528i, 535d, 535i, 550i, etc.)
There was a facelift redesign in 2014 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | BMW | Active Hybrid 5 | 5x120 mm | 26.7" | 135/80R18 | 26.5" |
| M5 Sedan | 5x120 mm | 27-27.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x120 mm | 26.7" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon M Sport Brakes | 5x120 mm | 26.6-26.7" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 2015 | BMW | Active Hybrid 5 | 5x120 mm | 26.7" | 135/80R18 | 26.5" |
| M5 Sedan | 5x120 mm | 27-27.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x120 mm | 26.7" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon M Sport Brakes | 5x120 mm | 26.6-26.7" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 2014 | BMW | Active Hybrid 5 | 5x120 mm | 26.7" | 135/80R18 | 26.5" |
| M5 Sedan | 5x120 mm | 27-27.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x120 mm | 26.7" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon M Sport Brakes | 5x120 mm | 26.6-26.7" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 2013 | BMW | Active Hybrid 5 | 5x120 mm | 26.7" | 135/80R18 | 26.5" |
| M5 Sedan | 5x120 mm | 27-27.3" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x120 mm | 26.7" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon M Sport Brakes | 5x120 mm | 26.6-26.7" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 2012 | BMW | Active Hybrid 5 | 5x120 mm | 26.7" | 135/80R18 | 26.5" |
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x120 mm | 26.7" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon M Sport Brakes | 5x120 mm | 26.6-26.7" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" | ||
| 2011 | BMW | 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x120 mm | 26.7" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" |
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon M Sport Brakes | 5x120 mm | 26.6-26.7" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
2010-2017 BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo Spare Tires
This generation of the BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo began in 2010 and was available through 2017. All the models (528i, 535i, 550i, etc.) for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution including xDrive versions. The Standard Gran Turismo and M Sport/Performance Brake models are listed individually.
Although there was a facelift redesign introduced in 2014, the spare tire requirements remained the same.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | BMW | 5 Series Gran Turismo | 5x120 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| 5 Series Gran Turismo M Sport Brakes | 5x120 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" | ||
| 2016 | BMW | 5 Series Gran Turismo | 5x120 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| 5 Series Gran Turismo M Sport Brakes | 5x120 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" | ||
| 2015 | BMW | 5 Series Gran Turismo | 5x120 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| 5 Series Gran Turismo M Sport Brakes | 5x120 mm | 27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" | ||
| 2014 | BMW | 5 Series Gran Turismo | 5x120 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| 5 Series Gran Turismo M Sport Brakes | 5x120 mm | 27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" | ||
| 2013 | BMW | 5 Series Gran Turismo | 5x120 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| 5 Series Gran Turismo M Sport Brakes | 5x120 mm | 27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" | ||
| 2012 | BMW | 5 Series Gran Turismo | 5x120 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| 5 Series Gran Turismo M Sport Brakes | 5x120 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" | ||
| 2011 | BMW | 5 Series Gran Turismo | 5x120 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| 5 Series Gran Turismo M Sport Brakes | 5x120 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" | ||
| 2010 | BMW | 5 Series Gran Turismo | 5x120 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| 5 Series Gran Turismo M Sport Brakes | 5x120 mm | 27.6-27.7" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
2004-2010 BMW 5 Series Sedan/Wagon Spare Tires
This generation of the BMW 5 Series Sedan/Wagon began in 2004 and was available through 2010. There were multiple versions manufactured in this year range and have specific spare tire and wheel solutions for each one. The M5 models include Sedan and Wagon versions. The Standard Sedan/Wagon and Sport Package models are listed individually. The xDrive option does not change the recommended spare tire. (Listings include 525i, 528i, 530i, 535i, 545i, 550i, etc.)
There was a facelift redesign in 2008 that updated the styling, but the spare requirements stayed the same.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | BMW | M5 | 5x120 mm | 26.9-27" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x120 mm | 25.5-25.9" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon Sport Package | 5x120 mm | 25.5-25.9" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" | ||
| 2009 | BMW | M5 | 5x120 mm | 26.9-27" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x120 mm | 25.5-25.9" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon Sport Package | 5x120 mm | 25.5-25.9" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" | ||
| 2008 | BMW | M5 | 5x120 mm | 26.9-27" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x120 mm | 25.6-25.9" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon Sport Package | 5x120 mm | 25.5-25.9" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" | ||
| 2007 | BMW | M5 | 5x120 mm | 26.9-27" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x120 mm | 25.7-25.9" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon Sport Package | 5x120 mm | 25.6-25.7" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" | ||
| 2006 | BMW | M5 | 5x120 mm | 26.9-27" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x120 mm | 25.7-25.9" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon Sport Package | 5x120 mm | 25.6-25.7" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" | ||
| 2005 | BMW | M5 | 5x120 mm | 26.9-27" | 145/60R20 | 26.9" |
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x120 mm | 25.6-25.9" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" | ||
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon Sport Package | 5x120 mm | 25.6-25.7" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" | ||
| 2004 | BMW | 5 Series Sedan/Wagon | 5x120 mm | 25.6-25.9" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
| 5 Series Sedan/Wagon Sport Package | 5x120 mm | 25.6-25.7" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" |
1996-2003 BMW 5 Series Spare Tires
This generation of the BMW 5 Series began in 1996 and was available through 2003. There were multiple versions manufactured in this year range and have specific spare tire and wheel solutions for each one. The Sedan and Wagon models include Sport Package versions and the M5 models are listed individually. (Listings include 525i, 528i, 530i, 540i, etc.)
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 25-25.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| M5 | 5x120 mm | 25.6-25.7" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" | ||
| 2002 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 25-25.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| M5 | 5x120 mm | 25.6-25.7" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" | ||
| 2001 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 25-25.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| M5 | 5x120 mm | 25.6-25.7" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" | ||
| 2000 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 25-25.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| M5 | 5x120 mm | 25.6-25.7" | 125/80R18 | 25.9" | ||
| 1999 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 25-25.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1998 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 25.3-25.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1997 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 25.3-25.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
1988-1996 BMW 5 Series Spare Tires
This generation of the BMW 5 Series began in 1988 and was available through 1996. All the models (525i, 530i, 535i, 540i, etc.) for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution. The Standard and M5 models are listed individually.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 25.3-25.6" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1994 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 25.5-25.6" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1993 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 25.5-25.6" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| M5 | 5x120 mm | 25.3" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" | ||
| 1992 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 25.5-25.6" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| M5 | 5x120 mm | 25.3" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" | ||
| 1991 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 25.5-25.6" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| M5 | 5x120 mm | 25.3" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" | ||
| 1990 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 25.5-25.6" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| M5 | 5x120 mm | 25.3" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" | ||
| 1989 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 25.5-25.6" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| M5 | 5x120 mm | 24.9" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
1982-1988 BMW 5 Series Spare Tires
This generation of the BMW 5 Series began in 1982 and was available through 1988. All the models (525td, 528e, 533i, 535i, etc.) for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution. The Standard and M5 models are listed individually.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 0-24.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| M5 | 5x120 mm | 24.9" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" | ||
| 1987 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 0-24.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| M5 | 5x120 mm | 24.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" | ||
| 1986 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 0-24.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| M5 | 5x120 mm | 0" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" | ||
| 1985 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 0-24.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| M5 | 5x120 mm | 0" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" | ||
| 1984 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 0-24.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1983 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 0-24.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1982 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 24.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
1972-1981 BMW 5 Series Spare Tires
This generation of the BMW 5 Series began in 1972 and was available through 1981. All the models (528i, 530i, 533i, etc.) for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 24.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1980 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 24.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1979 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 24.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1978 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 24.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1977 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 24.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1976 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 24.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1975 | BMW | 5 Series | 5x120 mm | 24.7" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
